Desert Escape | Spa, Cowboy Pool & Stargazing Deck

Welcome to the Hi Desert Onyx, a tranquil desert retreat designed for slowing down and reconnecting. Set on 2.5 acres dotted with over twenty Joshua Trees, this peaceful hideaway invites you to unwind and recharge. Take in the sunrise over the mountains, relax in the hot tub, or spend a quiet evening stargazing beneath wide-open desert skies. The cowboy pool is open year-round, which is perfect for cooling off in the heat or cold plunging in the cooler months.

Yucca Valley, CA, United States
4 guests
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Record player
  • Sound system

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Family

  • Children's tableware
  • High chair
  • Travel crib

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home
  • Free street parking

Location features

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Services

  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure

Accessibility

Neighborhood

We are conveniently located in between Joshua Tree, Pioneertown and Landers! The neighborhood that surrounds The Hi Desert Onyx is pretty quiet. All of our neighbors have bigger plots of land and keep to themselves. Please enjoy the serenity of this small community.

Guest Access

Guests have full private access to the house. The detached garage remains locked. The entire property is fenced in.

Good to know

Outdoor Highlights: - 2.5 acres surrounded by Joshua Trees and native desert plants - Cowboy pool with pump (open year-round, ideal for cooling off or cold plunging) - Hot tub with jets overlooking the desert - 15-foot outdoor deck lined with market lights - Privacy fencing throughout the property - Covered patio with leash hooks, outdoor dining, one-person swing, BBQ with utensils and dinnerware - Horseshoes - Fire pit with Adirondack chairs and roasting sticks - Onsite parking Indoor Highlights: - Coffee station stocked with Joshua Tree Coffee, Chemex, French press, and instant options - Organic mattresses, recycled plastic sheets, vegan eco-friendly shampoo and soaps - WiFi throughout the home - Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for meals at home - Record player with Bluetooth connection (records included) - Games, books, cookbooks, and binoculars for bird watching and stargazing - Kid-friendly: Pack ’n Play and highchair provided - Dog-friendly: bowls, bags, and food mat - Mini split AC in living room + ceiling fans in every room - Writer’s desk for journaling or remote work - No TV - intentionally designed for unplugging and recharging Great location: 11 mins ➔ Pappy & Harriet's 12 mins ➔ Pioneertown 7 mins ➔ La Copine 15 mins ➔ Integratron 11 mins ➔ Downtown Joshua Tree 18 mins ➔ Joshua Tree National Park 40 mins ➔ Palm Springs 5 mins ➔ Grocery stores + local shops Local Experiences: Make the most of your time here with our favorite local experiences. Sound baths at the Integratron or with a local practitioner Massage, bodywork, or energy sessions at the house Guided desert hikes and nature walks Yoga, Pilates, or breathwork under open skies Stargazing and astronomy tours Horseback rides through desert trails Cold plunges and wellness sessions with local experts We’d love to connect you with our favorite local guides and practitioners.

Other Details to Note

Additional guests beyond your booking are not permitted unless approved in advance. Dog friendly ($75 pet fee). No dogs on furniture. Please report at booking if bringing a pet. Septic system: flush only toilet paper. Bring your own firewood for the fire pit (purchase locally). No smoking anywhere on property. Events or photo shoots require prior approval and separate fees. Desert plants have sharp thorns, take care with pets and children. Quiet hours: 10 PM–7 AM. Sound carries far in the desert. Hot tub + cowboy pool use is at guest’s own risk (see waiver info).

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Getting around by personal car is best. Ubers, Lyfts and local taxis aren't super reliable. We have on-site, free parking.

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