Lava House - Mid-Century Modern! Vintage Vibes & Modern Conveniences.

Top rated by guests
Enjoy a meal at the table under the shady covered outdoor patio.
Knotty pine!
The kitchen retains the original cabinetry and tile work for time traveling.
A large bar counter separates the kitchen and dining area.
There are views to the natural desert from the sliding doors off the dining area
review stars
10.0Outstanding
(22 Ratings)
Fantastic house with great vibes, perfect location, comfortable and well-appointed, retro and cozy atmosphere, enjoyable outdoor area. A truly unforgettable stay!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)

House in Joshua Tree, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Our 1959 Mid Century Modern home is full of vintage decor that we have carefully selected to make your stay stylish, fun, and comfortable. The house has 2 bedrooms one with a King bed and the other with a Queen size bed. Each bedroom has a Roku flat screen TV with Netflix, Sling, Prime, and Criterion Channel and other streaming channels for your enjoyment. There is also a den with dart board and great stereo with turntable and iPod connection and a convertible sofa that can accommodate extra guests. We have vintage board games, books, and other fun things to entertain you in the house. The house has a very interesting newly remodeled bathroom with large walk in shower. It features terrazzo floors, 2 sinks, 2 toilets, and a shower. A sliding divider allows you to separate the bathroom into a powder room on one side and a full bathroom with shower on the other side. The kitchen features the original tile and knotty pine cabinetry and is fully stocked with kitchen basics like flour, sugar, cooking oil and spices. A large shaded patio area off the kitchen features a shaded patio for outdoor dining. Dimmable outdoor lighting can be adjusted to your mood. A sofa and a hammock are situated to take advantage of the desert views. A propane grill and a ROM 4 Minute Excercise machine are provided for your use. There is new seating under the pine trees arranged around an outdoor fireplace. The living room has a vaulted beamed ceiling and massive lava rock and limestone wood-burning fireplace which serves as a divider between the living room, kitchen, and dining room. There is an awesome stereo in the living room with turntable and iPod connection and a great record selection for your perusal. A 55” TV with Roku and Netflix, Sling, Prime, Criterion Channel, and other streaming channels is connected to the stereo in the living room for awesome sound. The original vintage elements were retained whenever possible and the house has been furnished with period-correct furnishings when possible to create somewhat of a time warp experience. Modern conveniences such as a Bluetooth connected Cambridge stereo receiver and fast and reliable Internet delivered by Spectrum and wifi throughout the house and outdoor areas have been incorporated. Central AC and heat has been recently installed for your year-round comfort. This is a very interesting and comfortable house filled with interesting things and we believe that you will enjoy it. If you are looking for a bland environment this house may not be for you, however.
The outdoor patio is fenced on 3 sides and very private and opens to 1.5 acres of natural desert with views to the surrounding mountains. It is truly a wonderful place to enjoy outdoor meals under the shade or stargaze in front of the outdoor fireplace. The house is located just 9 blocks from the village of Joshua Tree where you will find great restaurants, art galleries, shops, and the Joshua Tree Saloon.

Amenities at Lava House - Mid-Century Modern! Vintage Vibes & Modern Conveniences.

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Things to know


Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    10.0 / 10.0
    Outstanding(22 Ratings)
    review starsSummary of reviews
    Fantastic house with great vibes, perfect location, comfortable and well-appointed, retro and cozy atmosphere, enjoyable outdoor area. A truly unforgettable stay!
    From real guest reviews summarized by AI
    10.0 / 10.0
    I already left a review for Mark's place because after spending a couple nights here, we decided to re-up for another month! This house is so special, perfectly located, comfy and liveable, with lots of charm and character! I can't recommend it highly enough.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Mark's house is a dream! We'd planned to stay a month, but extended an additional month after getting to the house and immediately falling in love with it. The layout is perfect -- two quiet bedrooms in the back (one facing the sunrise, the other facing the sunset), and an office that's great for working from home (or hosting additional guests on a fold-out futon). Spacious/adorable vintage kitchen dining area, and living room in the front, with a door in the kitchen leading to the side/back yard (also spacious and super lovely!). Everything is decorated with cute n wacky midcentury accents, lots of personal touches, fun books, great record collection (connected to a great sound system), and interesting little knick knacks to discover. Heat and AC work great, wifi is fast and reliable, kitchen has essentials, plenty of extra towels and linens provided, and Mark has been super responsive, helpful, and friendly. On top of all that, you really can't beat the location -- we have absolutely loved being a 20 min walk to the "downtown" area of Joshua Tree, and about a 10 min drive into the park. If you're looking for a sterile, cookie cutter @irbnb, this is not it. If you want to feel at home in a comfy, spacious, lived-in home, I highly recommend Mark's place!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Lava House is a gem! It’s super kitsch, with quirky decor that makes it feel unique and welcoming. There are records galore and plenty of pulp fiction books to dive into, making it an absolute paradise for any vintage lover. The hosts are the nicest people you could ask for—they provided wonderful local tips that made our stay even more memorable. The location is ideal, close to everything, and it’s also dog-friendly, which made it perfect for our needs. We absolutely fell in love with this house and our two-month stay. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Property had a great vibe. Very well located and peaceful
    10.0 / 10.0
    A perfect location, close to "downtown" Joshua Tree, but with easy access to hiking etc., in a house with lots of personality. We'd stay there again!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great, comfortable house in an excellent location. Can’t wait to come back. Melissa
    10.0 / 10.0
    First, the checkin was probably the easiest ever as we got the code in a timely fashion. The neighborhood/location was perfect. Safe area and super close to town and park entrance. Great communication. Regarding the home, we LOVED it!! Retro, kitschy, cozy, comfortable. It was a fun place to stay and we enjoyed grilling & hanging outside in the covered backyard area. Look forward to staying here again.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Wow, what a great getaway! The lava house is beautiful and full of neat touches. Mark has an incredible collection of records and old vintage games to entertain. The location is very close to the park so you can easily hop over for sunsets in Joshua Tree. Overall, we had an incredibly relaxing long weekend and could not recommend more highly.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this house?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lava House - Mid-Century Modern! Vintage Vibes & Modern Conveniences.. 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 Lava House - Mid-Century Modern! Vintage Vibes & Modern Conveniences. pet friendly?

    Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at Lava House - Mid-Century Modern! Vintage Vibes & Modern Conveniences.?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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