The Lodge · Zu Fuß zum JT Park, Whirlpool, Cowboy-Badewanne

Summary:

The Lodge sits right against the border of Joshua Tree National Park, with the Black Rock Canyon trailheads in walking reach. Designed by Barrie Livingstone, it is big and modern with a lodge's heart: giant windows on fields of Joshua trees, a two-story stone fireplace, two living rooms. Hike out early, swim laps in the 10-person swim-style hot tub, take the seasonal cowboy tub (closed November through March), then pull a red Adirondack chair to the fire pit. Five bedrooms, all quiet.



The Space:

⚠️ ZERO-TOLERANCE NOISE POLICY - NOT A PARTY HOUSE ⚠️

Please note our house rules in regard to partying and noise before booking: THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE. Please do not book this house if you are planning to party. Quiet hours begin at 9PM – 8AM. The house is in a quiet, noise-intolerant neighborhood. Excess noise can result in fines and the termination of your reservation without refund. Per Yucca Valley noise ordinance, sound must be kept below 55 dB during the day (about the level of normal conversation), and below 45 dB (about the level of a quiet office or whispered conversation) between 9pm and 8am. We do not allow playing music on speakers at the house at any time, as it violates these thresholds. This house is meant for enjoying the quietude of the National Park. Excess noise can result in fines and the termination of your reservation without refund.



-The Space-

The Lodge at Blackrock is a large, modern lodge-style home designed by interior designer Barrie Livingstone, directly across the street from Joshua Tree National Park near the Black Rock entrance. Tall cypress trees frame the front, giant windows look out on mountains and fields of Joshua trees, and inside, a two-story stone fireplace, teal velvet and mustard swivel chairs give it warmth. Two living rooms give the group room to spread out. A king primary suite, three queen rooms upstairs and a downstairs room with a twin and trundle make five bedrooms for up to ten, a natural fit for families and groups looking for a quiet base for the park.



-Highlights-

► Walking access to the Black Rock Canyon trailheads

► 10-person swim-style hot tub that also works for swimming laps

► 10-foot cowboy tub (not an in-ground pool), unavailable November through March

► Propane fire pit, hammocks and a propane BBQ

► Ping pong, Giant Jenga, cornhole and badminton

► Two-story stone wood-burning fireplace and a pellet stove

► Two living rooms and a formal dining room

► Smart TVs in the second living room and primary bedroom

► Coffee station with Joshua Tree Coffee Company whole bean coffee

► Yoga mats, board games and books

► Mountain and Joshua tree views

► Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace



-Outdoor Amenities-

Lace up early and walk to the Black Rock Canyon trailheads, then come back to the swim-style hot tub under its pergola. It fits groups of ten for a soak and doubles as an endless pool, so someone can swim laps while the rest of the group warms up. In the warm months, the galvanized 10-foot cowboy tub sits out among the Joshua trees for a cool dip; it is not an in-ground pool and is closed November through March.



Under the covered porch, string lights hang over a long wood dining table and the ping pong table, with Giant Jenga, cornhole and badminton for the yard and yoga mats for a morning stretch. Fire up the propane BBQ for dinner, then circle the red Adirondack chairs around the propane fire pit or settle into a hammock as the yard lights come on and the stars fill in.



-Living Area-

The main living room centers on a giant two-story stone wood-burning fireplace and opens to the formal dining room, with giant windows bringing in light and views. Build a fire after the hike, pull a mustard swivel chair close and let the conversation run. The second living room has a large smart TV, teal swivel chairs and a pellet stove, and opens to a dining nook and the kitchen, the easy spot for a movie. Board games and books are on hand, and an upstairs balcony looks out to the mountains.



-Kitchen and Dining-

The fully stocked kitchen has navy cabinets, butcher-block counters, a mosaic tile backsplash and an island with stools, plus the cookware for group meals and spices, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Grind fresh beans at the coffee station, with a drip coffee maker, a French press, Joshua Tree Coffee Company whole bean coffee, sugars and creamer, and take your cup to the round table by the patio doors. Bigger meals move to the formal dining room beneath its sputnik light, or out to the porch table.



-Bedrooms and Bathrooms-

The primary bedroom has a king bed with a teal tufted headboard, a vaulted window, a smart TV and an ensuite bathroom with a hex-tile shower, a double vanity and a black freestanding soaking tub, made for a long bath after the trail. Three more bedrooms upstairs each have a queen bed and share a bathroom down the hall. The fifth bedroom, downstairs, has a twin daybed with a pull-out twin trundle, and there is a half bathroom downstairs as well.



-Surrounding Area-

The Lodge is across the street from Joshua Tree National Park, and the Black Rock Canyon Campground and trailheads can be reached on foot, with hiking and rock climbing all around. Old Town Yucca Valley and downtown Joshua Tree cover dinners and supplies.



Guest Access:

The entire house and property are yours to enjoy! Please note that a few supply closets stay locked to store rental supplies.



Please note that the garage, the closet under the stairs and the hallway cabinets are locked and used for rental supplies.



The Neighborhood:

The Lodge is in a quiet area of southern Yucca Valley, right against the border of Joshua Tree National Park. Neighboring homes are on large lots, which gives guests privacy. The neighborhood is noise-sensitive.



Below are travel times to nearby shops, bars, eateries and attractions:

► 1 minute ➔ Black Rock Canyon Campground and trailheads (about a 10-minute walk)

► 11 minutes ➔ Old Town Yucca Valley shops, bars & restaurants

► 13 minutes ➔ Downtown Joshua Tree shops, bars & restaurants

► 18 minutes ➔ Pioneertown: Pappy and Harriet's & Red Dog Saloon

► 18 minutes ➔ Joshua Tree West National Park Entrance

► 19 minutes ➔ Flamingo Heights bars & dining: La Copine fine cuisine & Giant Rock Meeting Room pizza & bar

► 26 minutes ➔ The Integratron Sound Bath Experience

► 28 minutes ➔ Downtown Twentynine Palms shops, bars & restaurants

► 43 minutes ➔ Palm Springs & Palm Springs Airport



Getting Around:

A personal vehicle is necessary to get around in this area - rideshare apps are not guaranteed.



Interaction with Guests:

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