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The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP

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Interior
Smart TV, stereo
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4134 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Twentynine Palms, CA
  • Place, Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Knott Sky Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, 29 Palms Historical Society
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪84 min drive‬

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About the area

Twentynine Palms

With a stay at this vacation home in Twentynine Palms (Indian Cove), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail and 29 Palms Creative Center. .This vacation home is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Joshua Tree National Park and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Knott Sky Park.

What's nearby

  • Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Knott Sky Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Theatre 29 - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Tortoise Rock Casino - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • 29 Palms Historical Society - 13 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP

★ The Mainhouse ★:
The living room area is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a movie on the large screen television with surround sound from the Sonos system installed in the ceiling. It consists of:
★ Comfortable Leather sofa with pillows
★ 55” Samsung Smart TV (watch a movie from your accounts on Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube and much more).
★ Sonos sound bar which can be controlled with a smartphone app
★ French doors to access the enclosed sunroom.

Dining area is also here. It boasts seating for six to accommodate a perfect group meal. It can also be used as a workspace on which you can put your laptop and do some work while the rest of the party is relaxing on the couch.

The kitchen is suitable for preparation of any meal, whether it is a breakfast, an afternoon snack or a 3-course dinner for the whole group. While applying your MasterChef skills, you are welcome to:
★ Pots & pans
★ Stove
★ Refrigerator
★ Microwave
★ Slow cooker
★ Blender
★ Toaster
★ Coffee maker (drip and k-cups)
★ Coffee bean grinder
★ Dinnerware
★ Silverware

The bedroom in the main house has a king size bed, where you can get ready for the day ahead in a calm and quiet atmosphere. It has a walk-in closet, a dresser for storing your belongings, seating area, and an internet-connected TV for when you need some downtime.

The spacious bathroom in the main house features a double sink vanity, a generously sized bathtub, and a stand-alone walk-in shower. The vanity has two sinks, ample counter space, and storage cabinets. The bathtub is perfect for soaking in after a long day exploring the desert. The walk-in shower has a rainfall showerhead, a glass door, and provided toiletries for added convenience. The bathroom is well-lit and has tiled floors, walls, and backsplashes, adding to its overall elegance and functionality.

The sunroom is surrounded by windows for enjoying the view and includes a seating area with a Roku-connected TV, a table with seating for four, a selection of board games for entertainment, and a full-size Murphy bed for additional sleeping space.

★ The outdoor areas ★
This property offer a variety of comfortable seating options for guests to enjoy. The main seating area is equipped with a sun shade, providing relief from the harsh desert heat. Cooking enthusiasts will appreciate the propane BBQ and outdoor dining area, complete with a wrap-around bench for meals al fresco. An additional bench seating area can be found on the wrap-around patio, offering more space to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. For those staying in the guest cabin, there is a private seating area, allowing for intimate moments and a peaceful escape.

We would love for you to experience the desert and Joshua Tree National Park from our lovely property with its separate homes and all of its comforts and coziness.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include rock climbing nearby and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,442 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I enjoyed a recent stay at the Skelton house. It felt secluded with a fabulous patio view of the sunrise and also great for stargazing. Perfect location near the north entrance to Joshua Tree NP. After long days of hiking the spacious bathroom was luxurious and relaxing. Surround sound in main room was excellent and we enjoyed screen-casting our pictures from the day. Full kitchen was perfect for morning breakfast and packing lunches for a day hiking in the park. Thank you to our hosts for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances B., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place and photos don’t do it justice. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike J., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

Quite, private, and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destressing in the desert

Beautiful relaxing property with all we needed to destress and just be. No elaborate checkout procedures (just put stuff back where you found it, run the dishwasher), real furniture inside and out so you can actually relax, beautiful views, stunning sound system, and great coffee! Excellent communication with host. We are already planning return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a spacious one bedroom one bathroom nestled in the desert between the two northern Joshua Tree entrances. Host was super communicative and the property was beautiful. I liked the specific directions to the property, especially the advisory that Google Maps is incorrect. That saved me for sure. I also like the light button labels and the comfortable furnishings. My only recommendation is a washer and dryer for people who would need them. I highly recommend the property to prospective visitors!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Desert Retreat

The property was a wonderful oasis in the desert. It was secluded yet had easy access to all amenities. Patricia, the property manager, was super helpful and responsive. I would encourage individuals, families, and business travelers to utilize this property. The fact that this property was historically significant (Red Skelton) made it even more enjoyable and unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024