Rancho Nopales JT - Pool, Hot Tub, Hammocks, Fast Wifi + Views!

Welcome to Rancho Nopales, an inviting desert oasis in the heart of South Joshua Tree. We are sure you'll feel right at home and enjoy the beautiful views, brilliant sunsets, endless stargazing, or a revitalizing yoga class on our 100+ foot deck with a built-in full-sized swimming pool. Also, enjoy a relaxing dip in our luxurious 8-person hot tub after a long day of hiking in nearby Joshua Tree National Park, just an 8-minute drive away.

Guests will have access to the entire home and property and will enjoy exploring the secluded 1+ acre plot that we share with the local roadrunners, quails, and jackrabbits. Inside the home is fully remodeled and equipped with high-quality kitchen amenities, cozy beds and mattresses, luxurious linen bedding, and warm, comfy furniture curated in a tasteful modern desert aesthetic.

The location can't be beaten. Rancho Nopales is the perfect jumping-off point to enjoy all that the high desert has to offer, located just 2 minutes' drive from Joshua Tree Village, 8 minutes to the Joshua Tree National Park main entrance, 15 minutes to La Copine, and 20 mins to Pioneertown and the famous Pappy & Harriet's.

We are sure you will find Rancho Nopales enchanting and relaxing – a great place to unwind and slip into the beautiful natural rhythm of the High Desert. We look forward to hosting you and helping to make your visit to Joshua Tree magical & unforgettable.

THE INDOORS:

• 4 Bedrooms with 5 super comfortable King size beds
• Primary bedroom (with en suite bathroom: large jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower) – King bed
• Second bedroom – King bed
• Third bedroom – King bed
• Fourth bedroom – Largest bedroom with two King beds & large sofa
• Living Room with large TV with streaming HBO, Disney+, Netflix & super comfortable sectional sofa
• Dining room with table for 10
• Central AC (works VERY well) and Heat for perfect comfort all year
• Strong Reliable Wifi (300MBPS)
• Desks in 3 bedrooms for comfortable work from home setup
• House is fully equipped - we provide all linens, bath towels, pool towels, outdoor blankets, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, first aid kits, blow dryers, etc.

THE OUTDOORS:

• Private Large In-Deck Swimming Pool (12ft x 24ft, 4ft deep)
• Private Large 8ft x 8ft Hot Tub
• 1+ acres of secluded fresh air
• Gas Fire Pit
• Gas Grill
• Outdoor Dining Table for 10
• Poolside Day Beds & Loungers
• Expansive fully enclosed backyard
• Multiple outdoor living room & relaxation areas
• Outdoor Activities: Yoga Mats, Cornhole, Pool, Hot Tub, etc.
• 5 Large Hammocks

THE LOCATION
2 mins ➔ Joshua Tree Village: The Saloon / Natural Sisters Café / Saturday Farmers Market / vintage & boutique shopping and much more!
8 mins ➔ Joshua Tree National Park
15 mins ➔ La Copine
20 mins ➔ Pappy & Harriet's
20 mins ➔ Pioneertown
25 mins ➔ Integratron

CLOSEST AIRPORTS
Palm Springs, CA (PSP) – 45 mins
Ontario, CA (ONT) – 1 hour 30 mins
Orange County, CA (JWA) – 2 hours
Long Beach, CA (LGB) – 2 hours 15 mins
San Diego, CA (SAN) – 2 hours 30 mins
Los Angeles, CA (LAX) – 2 hours 45 mins

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

• Professionally managed by Property Manager
• RENTAL AGREEMENT: There will be a rental agreement sent out that will need a signature to complete the reservation
• POOL: The pool is 4ft deep. NO diving is allowed at any time. Currently, the pool is not heated, so if you are booking this home in the colder months, please be aware of this. Usually, in the summer, the pool will be better 70s- mid 80s.
• OUTSIDE MUSIC: Any and all amplified outside music is not allowed per the county code. We do not supply any speakers, and we do not allow any speakers at the property.
• PETS: Dogs can be allowed for a one-time $30 per dog fee (max 2).
• CAMERA: Outdoor forward-facing recording camera for safety and security. Never inside the home.
• DIRECTIONS: GPS should bring you easily to the property
• ROAD TO THE HOUSE: The road to the house is about 1 mile of dirt road. An SUV will not be needed as they are maintained dirt roads, but they can be a little bumpy.
• A/C & Heater: Rancho Nopales is cooled and heated by central heating and air conditioning through the house and a mini-split in the large bedroom with two beds to keep you comfortable all year long.
• FIRE: Due to the location and a current fire ban, there is a strict no open flames fire policy. BUT the propane fire pit located outside is allowed. If it is discovered that you have started an outside fire, in a fire pit, using fireworks, or other open fire (propane excluded when used IN the propane firepit and propane grill provided), your rental agreement will be terminated, and there is a $200 fine.
• HOT TUB + POOL - legal: Guest agrees to release, indemnify, hold harmless, and forever discharge Host and Host's employees, agents, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, or causes of action of any kind that guest, members of guest's household or guest's guests or invitees may have at any time against Host or Host's agents resulting from guest's use of the pool.
• GUESTS: You are not permitted to have any guests on the property beyond those included in your rental agreement unless you request and receive permission from us. That includes day guests and overnight guests.
• IDENTITY VERIFICATION: You will receive a text or email from Guest Ranger that will ask you to verify your identity and submit a picture of a government-issued ID and a selfie. This information will be used to verify that the booking guest matches the credit card used and to help reduce any issues with identity theft. This process is mandatory to complete the booking. The data is protected in a hash-encrypted vault following data security standards, including GDPR. Data input in the vault is encrypted in a two-way function where information is scrambled using an encryption key and unscrambled later using a decryption key. On top of that, we use hashing to add an extra layer of security using a one-way function where a unique message digest is generated from an input file or a string of text. No keys are used.
• By renting this property, the guest acknowledges that they have read, understand, and accept the terms listed above.

ADDED SERVICES FOR OUR GUESTS

• PRIVATE IN-HOME YOGA: Want to have a private yoga experience in your rental? Please inquire upon booking, and we will set you up with a local yoga instructor for your peaceful desert getaway.
• RENTAL CAR: Need to rent a car to explore while visiting? Checkout Turo for local rental cars to get out and explore the desert! turo.com
• PRIVATE IN-HOME MASSAGE: Want to wake up in Joshua Tree and have a masseuse come directly to your vacation home? We have that contact! Please inquire upon booking, and we will help connect you with your private masseuse.
• PRIVATE IN-HOME MEDITATION, REIKI & SOUND BATHS: Connect with your soul during your desert stay. Experience a private or small group session of kundalini yoga, meditation, and/or sound bath by a private teacher and energy guide. Reiki energy alignment sessions also available. Please be sure to call or email and schedule at least 24 hours in advance.
• PRIVATE CHEF: Looking to throw a dinner party to remember? We have got you covered! Our private chef is simply the best, and she can cater to whatever your specific food needs would be. Please inquire with us, and we can introduce you to her.
• More services added regularly, please let us know you are interested with a confirmed booking, and we can help with the introductions!