M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree!
House in Twentynine Palms, CA
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
This fully remodeled 2BD/1BA midcentury cottage in Twentynine Palms is a perfect little desert escape for a family or a small group of friends. Situated in a quaint and quiet neighborhood just 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, it's the ideal location for your next Joshua Tree adventure.
Welcome to M&L Desert Cottage!
-We are a 6 min drive from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and a 20 min drive to downtown Joshua Tree.
-The interior and exterior of the cottage have been completely renovated. The space, cozy and airy, features midcentury modern and eclectic style and updated appliances.
-The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare meals—a gas oven, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, spices, and all necessary cookware. It is fully stocked with plates, glasses, cooking and serving utensils, and coffee and tea essentials.
-The cozy living room features leather seating, including a recliner chair, a 50” 4K smart TV with access to Netflix and high-speed internet access. A record player with a selection of vinyl is available for your enjoyment.
-There are two bedrooms—the main bedroom features a king-sized bed with a memory/spring hybrid foam mattress, and the second bedroom has two twin-sized memory foam beds, one of which is a stackable bed that can be set up with its own mattress for parties of 5. A Pack-n-Play is also available for your little one.
-The bathroom has a tub/shower (extra towels are provided in hallway storage). A hair dryer is conveniently located under the sink. Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all provided for you!
-There is lots of seating on the back patio, a midcentury gas Malm fireplace, and a gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a great place to enjoy a lovely dinner and to relax under the stars. Don’t forget to enjoy the sunrise/sunset on our extremely comfy twin hammocks!
The house and property are all yours to enjoy. There is a washer and dryer in the kitchen. The driveway will easily accommodate three vehicles.
Unless previously discussed, check-in is at 4pm. We will not be at the house when you arrive, but instructions for our digital locks will be provided. We are always available by phone to answer your questions. Feel free to call or text!
The living room features a 35K BTU mini split A/C system for those hot and humid days that provides heating as well. This system is limited to the living room and kitchen. The cooling system in the main part of the house is Evaporative, sometimes called “swamp cooler.” We will provide detailed instructions on how to operate it upon booking. Each bedroom has an electric heating panel on the wall for those chilly nights. Also, for those hot summer days, each bedroom has a ceiling fan. For your enjoyment, we have a guest guide with recommendations for things to do and places to eat in the Joshua Tree area.
House Rules:
-Please remove your shoes. We encourage indoor house slippers or sandals. Your cooperation is much appreciated!
-The house is professionally cleaned prior to each guest’s arrival. When you leave, do your best to leave the property in the same condition as when you arrived (minus normal usage of course).
-The property uses a Septic System for waste removal. Please do not discard ANYTHING in the sinks (i.e. no food waste down kitchen sink) or toilet (other than the provided toilet paper). Following this policy will help avoid problems with the plumbing.
-Please be considerate of our neighbors—keep noise down after 10pm, especially if you are enjoying the outdoor space.
-The space is limited to 5 people and sorry, but no pets. We have this in place instead of an additional guest charge in an attempt to keep costs down for you. Kids under 2, that still fit in your travel crib, are welcome! (We provide a Pack-n-Play and high-chair for your convenience; they can be found inside the second bedroom closet.)
-Turn off gas on grill and fireplace after every use.
-Being a family home, we also have a no smoking policy (although you are welcome to smoke either out front or back).
Before you leave:
-We kindly ask that you clean any dishes or kitchenware used and put dirty towels on top of the washer.
-Please clean the gas grill after use with the cleaning supplies provided.
-Please bring hammocks to designated spot after use.
-Turn off all lights and electrical devices before you leave.
-Close and lock all doors, windows, and gates.
Thank you!
Welcome to M&L Desert Cottage!
-We are a 6 min drive from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and a 20 min drive to downtown Joshua Tree.
-The interior and exterior of the cottage have been completely renovated. The space, cozy and airy, features midcentury modern and eclectic style and updated appliances.
-The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare meals—a gas oven, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, spices, and all necessary cookware. It is fully stocked with plates, glasses, cooking and serving utensils, and coffee and tea essentials.
-The cozy living room features leather seating, including a recliner chair, a 50” 4K smart TV with access to Netflix and high-speed internet access. A record player with a selection of vinyl is available for your enjoyment.
-There are two bedrooms—the main bedroom features a king-sized bed with a memory/spring hybrid foam mattress, and the second bedroom has two twin-sized memory foam beds, one of which is a stackable bed that can be set up with its own mattress for parties of 5. A Pack-n-Play is also available for your little one.
-The bathroom has a tub/shower (extra towels are provided in hallway storage). A hair dryer is conveniently located under the sink. Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all provided for you!
-There is lots of seating on the back patio, a midcentury gas Malm fireplace, and a gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a great place to enjoy a lovely dinner and to relax under the stars. Don’t forget to enjoy the sunrise/sunset on our extremely comfy twin hammocks!
The house and property are all yours to enjoy. There is a washer and dryer in the kitchen. The driveway will easily accommodate three vehicles.
Unless previously discussed, check-in is at 4pm. We will not be at the house when you arrive, but instructions for our digital locks will be provided. We are always available by phone to answer your questions. Feel free to call or text!
The living room features a 35K BTU mini split A/C system for those hot and humid days that provides heating as well. This system is limited to the living room and kitchen. The cooling system in the main part of the house is Evaporative, sometimes called “swamp cooler.” We will provide detailed instructions on how to operate it upon booking. Each bedroom has an electric heating panel on the wall for those chilly nights. Also, for those hot summer days, each bedroom has a ceiling fan. For your enjoyment, we have a guest guide with recommendations for things to do and places to eat in the Joshua Tree area.
House Rules:
-Please remove your shoes. We encourage indoor house slippers or sandals. Your cooperation is much appreciated!
-The house is professionally cleaned prior to each guest’s arrival. When you leave, do your best to leave the property in the same condition as when you arrived (minus normal usage of course).
-The property uses a Septic System for waste removal. Please do not discard ANYTHING in the sinks (i.e. no food waste down kitchen sink) or toilet (other than the provided toilet paper). Following this policy will help avoid problems with the plumbing.
-Please be considerate of our neighbors—keep noise down after 10pm, especially if you are enjoying the outdoor space.
-The space is limited to 5 people and sorry, but no pets. We have this in place instead of an additional guest charge in an attempt to keep costs down for you. Kids under 2, that still fit in your travel crib, are welcome! (We provide a Pack-n-Play and high-chair for your convenience; they can be found inside the second bedroom closet.)
-Turn off gas on grill and fireplace after every use.
-Being a family home, we also have a no smoking policy (although you are welcome to smoke either out front or back).
Before you leave:
-We kindly ask that you clean any dishes or kitchenware used and put dirty towels on top of the washer.
-Please clean the gas grill after use with the cleaning supplies provided.
-Please bring hammocks to designated spot after use.
-Turn off all lights and electrical devices before you leave.
-Close and lock all doors, windows, and gates.
Thank you!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
Map of Twentynine Palms, CA
££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage was perfect for our family of 5. Lots of nice touches to make the place stand out. We loved the Hammocks, the outdoor fireplace, and the coffee making options. So close to the park and to 29palms amenities!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful family trip to JT. Each night we would sit by the outdoor as fireplace and talk about our favorite hike of the day.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful time staying at this property. It was a home away from home, and a true oasis after a long day of exploring Joshua Tree National Park!
10.0 / 10.0
Great property!
Great place to stay near Joshua Tree park! The property was spotless and pictures were accurate. Nicely updated property. Comfy beds and a well stocked kitchen!
A few minor things that were solved quickly with a message to the owners.
We would definitely stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Location for Joshua Tree NP
Very nice little house, clean, location is perfect to the Park and town of Joshua Tree. Hosts responded quickly to any questions we had.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Property!
Great property and superb location right outside the park entrance. Couldn't have asked for a better spot. Such a cozy little house outfit with everything one could need during a stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Joshua Tree location!
We primarily rented the property for its close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park - the house far exceeded our expectations! The house had everything we needed to prepare a few meals and the outdoor patio area was lovely. Loved lounging outside under the stars! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
8.0 / 10.0
Cute eclectic cottage
Hosts were very responsive to my questions. The house is fun blend of a little desert aesthetic and peaceful charm.
6.0 / 10.0
Great except for noisy nights...
Overall, this property had all the makings of excellent. The owners were available and responsive by text and the house was well set up with everything we needed. It would have been a perfect stay if it hadn't been for the noise of the outdoor attached awnings at night. Whenever the wind blew, which unfortunately was often, the awnings made so much noise it was difficult to get any sleep in either of the bedrooms. We did let the owners know, and hope they have taken down the awnings for future renters. If so, I highly recommend this property.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent house for Joshua Tree trip.
Absolutely perfect place to stay for a trip to Joshua Tree. We went here for my wife’s birthday and it had everything we needed. I loved that their fully stocked kitchen even allowed me to make her a birthday cake! Also the location is amazing, only a couple miles from the Twenty-Nine Palms entrance to Joshua Tree (which I think is the best entrance). I definitely would recommend to anyone who is looking for a place near the park. Also excellent communication from the hosts.
10.0 / 10.0
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cute and convenient space
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Cottage for a family vacation to Joshua Tree!
This house was the perfect size for our family of three (although it could of slept 2 additional children). It was well decorated and fully stocked with all the comforts of home. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a family dinner. The bathroom had soap, shampoo, conditioner, towels ect. They also had a very useful welcome book illustrated by a local artist with information on hikes and restaurants in the area. Coming from an artistic background ourselves we really appreciated this detail. Its also is a short drive to the Joshua Tree National Park North entrance. Mark and Lyanne were prompt and friendly with their communications. Overall we had a fantastic experience and would love to go back!
10.0 / 10.0
Another Great Stay
This is our second time staying at the M&L Cottage and it was as great as the first. We love this place, super nice, super quiet and just down the hill from the magnificent Joshua Tree National Park. Mark and Lyanne go out of their way to make sure everything is set before you get there and their customer service is perfect. Looking forward to returning soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect
We loved our stay in your JT home. We are a family of five and it was enough for us. We took our mornings slow, enjoyed our cup of coffee and breakfast. The location was so convenient to the north entrance of park... which we explored every day of our 5 day stay... my only suggestion is some facecloths and dishcloths. I would highly recommend it to anyone heading there.
8.0 / 10.0
Great location to the JTNP
Spent 2 nights during our tour of JTNP. Clean and well-kept. Not fancy, but very nice. We needed to check-out in the afternoon and the owners accomodated. Good stay. Fair price.
8.0 / 10.0
Great location!
This is a small but comfortable cottage that is very close to a major entrance to Joshua Tree NP. The kitchen was well equipped and the bed and living room very comfortable. We encountered one unexpected issue and the owner was very responsive, dealing with it quickly and appropriately.
10.0 / 10.0
Terrific Desert Cottage
Terrific cottage. Comfortable, close to Joshua Tree, everything we needed. Would love to come back again.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean and comfortable
We found the house easily and were welcomed by the warm, cozy atmosphere. It had everything we needed! Best of all the location afforded easy access to Joshua Tree Park. I'd gladly stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
It was a lovely place to stay and included everything we could need for our stay.
We enjoyed everything from the record player to watching the stars from the hammocks. We enjoyed the kitchen so much we decided to make dinner every night instead of eating out and we loved watching movies on Netflix. We came mostly for the park and we were so close to the entrance and the information center!
It was our first vacation away from our families and work and it really set the bar for all future vacations.
10.0 / 10.0
Charming, clean, cozy + convenient cottage in the desert!
My sister and I just spent 5 days hiking in Joshua Tree. This rental is minutes from the Visitors Center and the eastside park entrance. Mark + Lyanne were quick to respond when we needed something - so kind and very helpful. Their cottage was the perfect home away from home. The house is clean, cozy, and beautifully remodeled - and it's clear that a lot of thought has gone into what folks like/need on vacation. From the hammocks out front, the sweet record player in the living room, and hands down ... the best stocked kitchen I've ever cooked in on vacation! After hiking around in the hot sun all day, this cottage was a treat to come home to. We are already planning a trip back!
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy. Uncluttered; has the necessities. Close to park entrance and visitor center.
Kids loved the hammocks. Dishes, pots, pans, coffee maker - it was all there and working well. The locally-roasted coffee beans provided a nice treat! Enjoyed the record player and variety of music.
10.0 / 10.0
Very cute, ideal location and great value
If you’re planning on spending time in the national park, this rental is perfect. It’s a few minutes from an entrance to a less trafficked part of the park, which we found ideal. The interior is very cozy and comfortable. Well stocked, great tv, comfy mattress in the main bedroom, nicely renovated throughout. Only thing that could use a little work is the backyard - I’m guessing they will get around to landscaping it more... the front yard is very nicely done. For the price, this is an excellent value!
10.0 / 10.0
Great home base for Joshua Tree explorations
Modern, clean home with great instructions and books to help guide exploring Joshua Tree. We enjoyed breakfasts on the outdoor table in the backyard and at night we sat around the gas fire pit in the backyard and watched the stars. Owners were very responsive to messages and helpful throughout.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect! even surpassed my expectations, couldn't ask for more!
This was one of the most comfortable, cosy holiday rentals we have stayed in. Everything you could wish for and more have been thought of, it is beautifully decorated, very well located, and very clean. I was already looking forward to our stay; Lyanne was so friendly, helpful, informative, and quick to reply to all my queries. I have already recommended this cottage, and would definitely stay again! Thank you Lyanne!
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome desert cottage!
We absolutely loved the desert cottage! It was so warm, cozy and comfortable. The kitchen was perfectly stocked which made it so easy to prepare meals. The owners definitely put great thought into every detail of the house. The proximity to the park was ideal, we made several trips to and from the park throughout our stay. Overall it was a wonderful experience for my whole family.
10.0 / 10.0
Sweet desert cottage
This place is a real gem! Location was ideal, easy entrance into Joshua Tree! Very comfortable, decorated so cute! The kitchen was fully loaded with everything needed, I loved preparing meals in there for my family. My teens loved the hammocks, chilled in them every morning while I was having my coffee. Would highly recommend this cottage to everyone and hope to come back again and again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Twentynine Palms?
The average price for a rental in Twentynine Palms is £159 per night. This rental is £32 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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