Jewel Crest House Joshua Tree - Featured in AD

Entire home in Yucca Valley, California, United States

  1. 5 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Ben + Andrea
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

20-min drive to Joshua Tree National Park

This home is near the national park.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the smartlock.

Comfy bed for better sleep

The room-darkening shades and extra bedding are loved by guests.
✤ Named by Architectural Digest as a BEST Stay in Joshua Tree ✤ Featured by AirBnB ✤

▪︎ 1000 sq.ft. Designer Dream
▪︎ 12-ft Spiral Staircase w/ A-Frame Loft
▪︎ Hot Tub
▪︎ Perfect Romantic Couples Retreat
▪︎ Fireplace & BBQ Grill
▪︎ 2 bd, 1 ba
▪︎ 5 Private Acres
▪︎ Breathtaking Sunrise Views
▪︎ Indoor-Outdoor Exp.
▪︎ Fully Stocked Kitchen
▪︎ 400 sq. ft. Shaded Patio
▪︎ Outdoor Dining & Seating
▪︎ Yoga mats

The perfect work-from-home couples desert retreat.

The space
@jewelcrestjoshuatree

☽ ESCAPE FROM THE CITY
Looking for the perfect escape from the city? Stay here if you want the best of both worlds: tranquility & convenience. Built from the ground up, this one-of-a-kind luxury designer home was featured in Architectural Digest this year...TWICE. Jewel Crest is a unique & inclusive 2-bed/1bath desert getaway centrally located on the border of Joshua Tree & Yucca Valley. Relax and recharge on 5 quiet acres of breathtaking desert landscape + vista views, while being just 10 mins to downtown Joshua Tree.

☽ A ROMANTIC COUPLES RETREAT
Come for a romantic reset away from the hustle of everyday life. While everyone is welcome here at Jewel Crest, 90% of our visitors are couples celebrating an anniversary, engagement, honeymoon, wedding, or birthday. Ask about our Romance Package after booking.

☽ TRULY UNIQUE
Is it possible to do a desert home without overdoing the "desert" decor? Yes, yes it is. This luxury new construction home was designed to be different than every other modern box or ranch home for rent in this region. Jewel Crest Joshua Tree is a 2-bedroom loft with an architecturally stunning, yet simple Scandinavian frame that boasts extraordinary 20-ft vaulted ceilings and a 12-ft spiral staircase with solid oak treads.

☽ INDOOR-OUTDOOR
If you are looking for a true indoor-outdoor experience, this place is for you. Chillax while being mesmerized by endless views of the outside from the comfort of the couch or dining table. This unique home is light-filled without the feeling of being in a fishbowl unable to escape from the harsh desert sun. There are two 10-foot walls of windows, one of which doubles as a bifold sliding door that completely opens to a 400-square-foot covered patio. Cook a meal in our fully equipped kitchen (stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, blender, food processor, quality knives, olive oil, salt/pep, spices, tea kettle, coffee maker, wine opener, and cookware) and enjoy it on the outdoor farm table. There is an outdoor fireplace AND a 4-burner propane BBQ grill available for you too.

☽ PERFECT FOR STARGAZING
Once you finish your outdoor meal and movie, have a soak in the hot tub while staring at the stars (the views of the Milky Way are incredible). If you are staying during the warmer months, take a dip in our professionally maintained cowboy tin pool (May-October).

☽ DESIGNER FURNITURE AND DECOR
In terms of design, this home leans in on a minimalist boho-scandi theme. Every detail was well thought out (might I even say overanalyzed) and hand-picked by me. The house is full of designer furniture from stores like Interior Define, Article, and Albany Park. Each room in the home includes a variety of live plants because #plantsarelife. If you love design, you'll get a kick out of the bathroom, which features 8 feet of gorgeous pink, red, and white Fireclay tile with brass finishes (for the love of god, please do not dye your hair here lol).

☽ COZY BEDDING
Catch up on sleep in our cozy bedding. If you are a stickler for a good mattress, then you'll be in heaven with our hotel-quality Allswell Luxe Hybrid Mattress and 100% cotton sheets. Past guests have commented that the mattresses are more comfortable than what they have at home.

☽ FITNESS AND ENTERTAINMENT
If you enjoy being active on vacation (hey, we're not judging), we've included some workout weights, kettlebells, and yoga mats on the patio for your convince. If you carry stress in your back, we threw in our absolute favorite portable heating/kneading back and neck massager shawl to help you work out the tension (located in the throw blanket basket next to the couch). There are also various card and board games. If you are too worn out for a game, cuddle up on the comfortable couch and watch TV or a movie (Roku provided) via Smart TV.

FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN
▪︎ Pots and Pans
▪︎ Knives
▪︎ Tea Kettle
▪︎ Wine Opener
▪︎ Wine Glasses
▪︎ Strainer, Spatula
▪︎ Baking Sheets
▪︎ Microwave
▪︎ 4 Burner Range/Oven
▪︎ Dishwasher
▪︎ Fridge
▪︎ Freezer
▪︎ Drip Coffee Maker and Grinder

COMPLEMENTARY ESSENTIALS
▪︎ Joshua Tree Coffee Company Coffee
▪︎ Creamer & Sugar
▪︎ Cocktail Mixer
▪︎ Salt, Pepper, Olive Oil
▪︎ Blow Dryer
▪︎ Public Goods Body Wash
▪︎ Public Goods Shampoo
▪︎ Public Goods Conditioner
▪︎ Public Goods Lotion
▪︎ Mini Portable Shoulder Massager
▪︎ Outdoor Projector and Screen with Roku
▪︎ Yoga Mats & Small Weights & Kettlebells
▪︎ Upstairs desk and office chair for WFH and Zoom meetings
▪︎ EV Charger

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING
▪︎ 10 minutes to the Joshua Tree Farmers Market
▪︎ 10 Minutes to Downtown Joshua Tree
▪︎ 12 Minutes to La Copine
▪︎ 15 minutes to The Integratron (Sound Bath)
▪︎ 19 Minutes to Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance
▪︎ 19 Minutes to Pappy and Harriets

NEARBY AIRPORTS
▪︎ Palm Springs, CA (PSP) – 50 mins
▪︎ Ontario, CA (ONT) – 1 hour 30 mins
▪︎ Orange County, CA (JWA) – 2 hours
▪︎ Long Beach, CA (LGB) – 2 hours 10 mins
▪︎ San Diego, CA (SAN) – 2 hours 30 mins
▪︎ Los Angeles, CA (LAX) – 2 hours 15 mins

PRESS
Featured twice by Architectural Digest, AirBnB ads, front page release of Guest Favorites, AirBnB January 2024 billboards, Fireclay Tile, The Cabin Chronicles, Levi Kelly YouTube Channel, and more.

FINALIZING YOUR RESERVATION
You will be visiting San Bernardino County during your stay. Our county requires all short term guests to the area sign a rental agreement. Please be sure to finalize your reservation by signing the rental agreement in your Airbnb DMs.

If you are enjoying your stay, please tag us at @jewelcresthouse on any photos or videos you take.

Guest access
The entire home and 5 acres is available to you during your stay.

Other things to note
✤ ASK ABOUT ✤

➔ Romance & Birthday Packages
➔ Private Chef
➔ In-home Masseuse
➔ Star Tours
➔ Night Yoga
➔ Guided Meditation/Hypnotherapy
➔ Desert Picnic

✤ HOUSE RULES AND DISCLAIMERS ✤

We aim to ensure that you have as comfortable a stay as you possibly can. Before you book, please read these important rules and disclaimers:

• NO PARTIES: Jewel Crest is perfect for a couples getaway OR 2-4 chill friends or adult family members looking for a grown and considerate quiet/relaxing oasis.

• ONLY REGISTERED GUESTS ALLOWED + OUTDOOR CAMERAS: We care about your safety and security. In an attempt to abide by county rules and regulations and ensure only registered guests enter the property, there is a Ring doorbell that includes a security camera at the front door. Only outward facing cameras are on the property and are recording 24/7. Please note that unregistered guests are not allowed. This also applies to guests just visiting for the day.

• NO SMOKING: This is a smoke-free home. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises.

• PHOTOSHOOTS/EVENTS: If you are interested in photoshoots, or events please contact us for pricing!

• WASHER/DRYER: Guests have access to the washer and dryer but please keep in mind that there may be towels/sheets in the dryer upon arrival. Our cleaners do multiple loads between each turnover and in order to maximize their time and keep the cleaning fee affordable, they may have to leave a few items in the dryer before they return. Feel free to remove these items and place them in the hamper above the dryer.

• WIND: During certain parts of the year, the high desert can get very windy. Please keep that in mind and bring a coat if you are visiting in the cooler months.

• STAIRS: There is no bathroom upstairs, so those staying in the 2nd bedroom loft will need to go downstairs to use the restroom. We have no issues getting up and down the stairs while sleepy. Just be sure to use the handrail.

• WIFI/CELL SERVICE: Almost all cell service works just fine out here. The house is equipped with satellite internet, but due to the nature of it being in the rural desert, there have been outages that cause a slow wifi connection on occasion.

• WILDLIFE + ANIMALS: Jewel Crest is located in the heart of the desert on 5 unfenced acres of rural land. We chose not to add fences to protect your views of the mountains and landscape. Because of this, you will likely run into wildlife/animals, please be respectful. If you are uncomfortable with encountering animals, this place may not be for you.

• EV CHARGER: Portable 110v to J1772 EV charger available upon request.

• EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT: Early Check-In: $75 for up to 2 hour early check, if available. We are unable to accommodate late check-outs.

• RENTAL AGREEMENT: After booking you will be asked to sign a rental agreement.

Registration details
CESTRP-2024-00139

Where you'll sleep

1 of 2 pages

What this place offers

Desert view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

Accessibility features

This info was provided by the Host and reviewed by Airbnb.

Select check-in date

Add your travel dates for exact pricing

Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 230 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
0 of 0 items showing

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 97% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 2% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Yucca Valley, California, United States
This listing’s location is verified, and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

Jewel Crest is located in a safe, rural neighborhood where each lot has an average of 2.5 to 10 acres. While the property is private, and you have 5 serene acres of land to explore with dozens of native Joshua Trees, you are not isolated. There are neighbors to the right (about 600 feet away) and across the street (also about 600 feet). There are no neighbors to the left or behind the property, which is why it has such amazing unobstructed views. For those wondering if you need an SUV to get here, the answer is no. This exact location was chosen for its easy access to the main, paved road (Aberdeen). While Jewel Crest is on a dirt road, the dirt is firm, and you are only driving on it for about 60 seconds.

There is also a very handy Mesa Market about 3 minutes away from the property, where you can get everything from beverages to tampons, to scissors to snacks, and a bunch of other items.

Meet your host

Superhost
1258 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
My work: Above and Beyond JT

Ben + Andrea is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-Hosts

  • Josh
  • Jewel Crest
  • Ryan

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 p.m.
Checkout before 11:00 a.m.
5 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm