# Milky Way Retreat | Joshua Tree | Desert Home with Sauna & Hot Tub > house · in Joshua Tree, California · Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2 baths **Location:** Joshua Tree, California **Property type:** house **Accommodates:** Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2 baths [View photos, current pricing and availability, and book this home](https://www.rovetravel.com/listing/milky-way-retreat) ## Pricing & availability - **Monthly stays:** from approximately $10,733 per month - **Cleaning fee:** $201 - **Length of stay:** minimum 2 nights, maximum 25 nights _Prices are approximate and vary by dates and length of stay. For an exact quote and live availability, see https://www.rovetravel.com/listing/milky-way-retreat._ ## Summary Brand-new luxury retreat on 10 private acres with sweeping desert and panoramic Joshua Tree mountain views. Milky Way Retreat features a bright open floor plan, floor-to-ceiling glass, designer finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy a massive deck with built-in hammock, fire pit, BBQ, barrel sauna, and hot tub for unforgettable stargazing nights. Private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature—yet just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Pioneertown, and local dining. ## The space Desert House /ˈdezərt haʊs/: A modern refuge designed to immerse guests in the vast beauty and quiet of the high desert while offering refined comfort and luxury. Milky Way Retreat is a distinctive luxury desert house set on 10 private acres overlooking sweeping open desert, Joshua Tree National Park mountains, boulder formations, and expansive valley views. Designed with an earthy, ultra-modern aesthetic, the home blends natural materials and architectural simplicity to create a calm, elevated desert experience. The single-story home features a bright open floor plan with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the surrounding desert landscape. Luxury limewash walls, designer finishes, and carefully curated furnishings create a space that feels both grounded in nature and effortlessly modern. The fully equipped chef’s kitchen includes premium appliances and everything needed for cooking and entertaining, while the living space centers around a large 82” 4K smart TV and comfortable lounge seating. Starlink high-speed internet and a dedicated workspace make the home equally suited for remote work escapes. Two thoughtfully designed bedrooms provide restful retreats: • King master suite with a spa-style bathroom and soaking tub • Queen guest bedroom with nearby full bath • Queen pull-out sofa in the living room for additional guests The home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests. Outdoor living The outdoor experience is where Milky Way Retreat truly shines. An expansive elevated deck with built-in suspended floor hammock extends from the home, designed for relaxation, gathering, and soaking in the high-desert landscape. Guests can enjoy: • Private hot tub under the stars • Barrel sauna with panoramic glass viewing window • Large deck with built-in hammock suspended into the deck • Fire pit lounge area with seating • Outdoor dining table and lounge recliners • BBQ grill for outdoor cooking • Unobstructed stargazing and Milky Way views With 10 private acres, the property offers rare privacy and open space rarely found in Joshua Tree rentals. Guests can explore the surrounding desert landscape and even hike directly toward the Joshua Tree National Park border within a 15-minute walk. The property’s architecture, dramatic windows, and sweeping desert views make it a perfect setting for photography, creative retreats, and memorable desert getaways. Location Milky Way Retreat offers a peaceful high-desert setting while remaining close to the area's best attractions. • 15 minutes to Joshua Tree National Park entrance • 7 minutes to Joshua Tree town • 20 minutes to Pioneertown • Easy access to local restaurants, cafes, hiking trails, and art galleries • 10-minute walk to a private entrance into Joshua Tree National Park with access to multiple hiking trails and boulder hopping While the property sits on a private 10-acre parcel, there are neighboring homes across the road typical of desert communities. Modern amenities • Starlink high-speed internet • 82" 4K smart TV with streaming • Fully equipped luxury kitchen • Coffee station • Washer & dryer • HVAC heating and cooling • Self check-in with smart lock • Dedicated workspace • Large soaking tubs • Outdoor sauna + hot tub • BBQ grill • Outdoor dining and lounge areas Guest capacity The home is best suited for 2–4 guests, but can accommodate up to 6 guests using the queen sofa bed in the living room. Policies • No pets • No smoking inside the home • Events allowed by request only • 2 night minimum stay • 25 day maximum stay Wildlife Joshua Tree is a natural desert environment. Guests may encounter wildlife such as jackrabbits, coyotes, birds, and other desert animals. Please respect the surrounding ecosystem during your stay. Guest access Guests have full access to the home and surrounding property during their stay. ## Guest access The entire home and 10acres are yours to use. ## The neighborhood Quiet rural neighborhood where most properties sit on acreage of 5+ this property happens to be on 10 acres. ## Getting around Multiple roads into the property and easy access to the main road into Downtown Joshua Tree ## Good to know Security Deposit Policy: - Stays up to 89 nights: $1,000 credit hold - Stays between 90 and 179 nights: $5,000 credit hold - Stays of 180 nights or longer: Cash security deposit equal to one month's rent All security deposits are processed as a credit card hold 2 days prior to arrival and released 2 days after departure, or as a bank transfer for stays of 180 nights or longer. ## Amenities - Single level home - Body soap - Cleaning products - Conditioner - Hot water - Shampoo - Shower gel - Hair dryer - Clothing storage - Bed linens - Dryer - Hangers - Iron - Washer - Extra pillows and blankets - Sound system - TV - Bathtub - Crib - Pack ’n Play/travel crib - Room-darkening shades - Air conditioning - Heating - Carbon monoxide detector - Fire extinguisher - First aid kit - Smoke detector - Baking sheet - Barbeque utensils - Blender - Coffee - Coffee maker - Cookware - Dining table - Dishes and silverware - Dishwasher - Freezer - Kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stove - Toaster - Wine glasses - Kitchen - Desert View - Private entrance - BBQ grill - Fire Pit - Garden or backyard - Hammock - Outdoor seating (furniture) - Garage - Hot tub - Sauna - Laptop friendly workspace - Wireless Internet ## Details **Pets:** Not allowed **Parking:** none **Laundry:** unit --- This is an AI-readable summary. 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