The Palapa House
Palapa dining at dusk under string lights, dinner outside in the Joshua Tree desert

Twentynine Palms, California · 15 minutes to Joshua Tree National Park

The Palapa House

A private pool, two palapas and the desert sky, all yours.

Sleeps 83 bedrooms2 bathsPrivate pool

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A single-level desert home on a fully fenced lot, with a private pool, two thatched palapas and a fire pit, about 15 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park.

Days here start in the park and end in the water. The North Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is roughly 9 miles away. Back at the house, the pool, the palapa lounge and the outdoor dining table belong to your group alone, behind a fence on more than half an acre.

Inside, everything is on one level with no stairs: three bedrooms, two baths, a full kitchen with a second refrigerator, a pool table and a dining bar that seats eight. Four mini splits and ceiling fans keep it cool. Dogs and cats are welcome.

  • Private in-ground poolInside the fence, for your group only.
  • Two thatched palapasOne for lounging, one for dinner outside.
  • 15 minutes to the parkAbout 9 miles to the Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance.
  • Fire pitA seating circle for desert evenings.
  • Pool table and gamesBoard games and cornhole too.
  • Fully fenced, pets welcomeUp to 3 dogs or cats on a fenced 0.62 acre lot. A pet fee applies.
Private pool framed by desert mountain views, with sun loungers for long afternoons

A pool that is only yours

The in-ground pool sits inside a fully fenced lot, with sun loungers along the edge and a hand-painted mural on the wall. No shared hours and no resort crowd.

Dinner outside under the palapa, with seating for the whole group beside the private pool

Dinner under the palapa

Two thatched palapas shade the yard. One is a lounge with an outdoor sofa. The other holds the dining table, close to the BBQ. After dark, move to the fire pit.

Pool table and great room, the game space for groups after a Joshua Tree park day

A great room built for groups

A pool table, a cabinet of board games, a sectional in front of the TV and a built-in dining bar that seats eight. A second sitting room is there when someone wants quiet.

Backyard oasis: private pool, palapa lounge and fire pit seating in the high desert

Joshua Tree, 15 minutes out

The North Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is about 9 miles from the door. Spend the day in the park, then come back to the pool.

Sleeping arrangements

Room for 8

  • Bedroom 1King bedTV and ceiling fan
  • Bedroom 2Queen bedTV and ceiling fan
  • Bedroom 3Two twin bedsGood for kids or friends
  • Living roomQueen air mattressFor guests 7 and 8

What's here

The details

Outdoors

  • Private in-ground pool
  • Two thatched palapas
  • Outdoor dining table
  • Fire pit seating
  • BBQ
  • Cornhole
  • Fully fenced 0.62 acre lot

Inside

  • Full kitchen with a second refrigerator
  • Keurig and drip coffee maker
  • Dining bar that seats 8
  • Second sitting room
  • TVs in the living room and two bedrooms
  • Four mini splits and ceiling fans
  • Washer and dryer

Play

  • Pool table
  • Board games
  • Cornhole

Good to have

  • Single level, no stairs
  • Dogs and cats welcome, up to 3
  • High chair and travel crib on request
  • Parking on the property
  • No checkout chores

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Location

Twentynine Palms, near Joshua Tree National Park

The home is in Twentynine Palms, California, in the high desert. The North Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is about 15 minutes away, roughly 9 miles. The Twentynine Palms Marine base (MCAGCC) is close by for families visiting. You will want a car.

  • Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance, about 15 minutes
  • Twentynine Palms Marine base (MCAGCC), nearby

The map shows the general area. You get the exact address and directions after booking.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
4 PM
Check-out
11 AM
Guests
Up to 8
Pets
Up to 3 pets

House rules

  • Primary guest must be 21 or older
  • Dogs and cats welcome, up to 3. A pet fee applies
  • No smoking
  • No parties or events
  • Quiet hours are 10 PM to 8 AM
  • Park on the property, not on the street
  • The in-ground spa is not in service. Please book as if there is no hot tub
  • There is no lifeguard. Please supervise children around the pool
  • Exterior cameras and a doorbell camera, outside only. None indoors
  • Stays are 2 to 30 nights

Payment and cancellation

Payment. Paid in full at booking.

Cancellation. Full refund if you cancel at least 1 day before arrival.

Taxes and fees. Your exact total, including cleaning and lodging taxes, is shown before you pay.

Questions

How far is Joshua Tree National Park?

The North Entrance is about 15 minutes away, roughly 9 miles.

Is the pool private?

Yes. The in-ground pool is on the property, inside a fully fenced lot, and only your group uses it.

Is there a hot tub?

No. The in-ground spa is not in service, so please book as if the home has no hot tub.

How many people does the home sleep?

Up to 8 guests: a king, a queen and two twins across 3 bedrooms, plus a queen air mattress in the living room for guests 7 and 8. There are 2 baths.

Can we bring pets?

Yes. Up to 3 dogs or cats are welcome, and the yard is fully fenced. A pet fee applies.

What is the launch offer?

Book 4 nights or more in October, November or December and stay 6. The two free nights must be open and connect to your stay, with a limit of two per reservation. The offer ends when the home receives its fifth review.

Is it safe to book here instead of Airbnb?

Yes. You book with the company that manages the home. Checkout runs through our booking system with secure card payment and a signed rental agreement. You get a confirmation by email right away.

Private pool lit at night under dark desert skies

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