Title: Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=78592860&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree Vacation home in Joshua Tree with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree ![Exterior - Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree (Joshua Tree)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78592900/78592860/3be6d36b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree (Joshua Tree)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78592900/78592860/68bdfa3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree (Joshua Tree)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78592900/78592860/b63cb8ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree (Joshua Tree)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78592900/78592860/1acb6f69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree (Joshua Tree)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78592900/78592860/65832845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hill overlooking Joshua Tree National Park, Art Loft Joshua Tree is an inspiring retreat for creatives. Enjoy the cactus garden, outdoor deck with hot tub, and extraordinary 'wave' sculpture day bed. Located just 2 minutes from downtown boutiques and cafes. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree Get away. Be inspired. This beautiful artist loft will light up your creative soul. Find inspiration in a truly unique desert loft space. Plenty of space to create as well to play and chill. Including an outdoor deck with new hot tub, cactus garden, fire pit and extraordinary nest 'wave' sculpture day bed. Just 2 minutes from the boutiques and cafes of 'downtown' Joshua Tree and 15 minutes to the national park entrance. Many hiking trails nearby. The loft sits up on the hill looking south towards Joshua Tree National Park. IG @ArtLoftJoshuaTree ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking 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 ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111430000/111423800/111423709/f2b8f7b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 2BR Home: Hot Tub, AC, Sauna, Fire, Near Park Joshua Tree - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=111423709&PinnedHotelID=111423709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123440000/123435900/123435818/80b86804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4BR Home in Joshua Tree w/ Private Pool & Fire Pit Joshua Tree - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=123435818&PinnedHotelID=123435818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91870000/91869400/91869323/7b042b76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Desert Oasis | SPA | A+ Location| JT Park, Grand Desert Oasis | SPA | A+ Location| JT Park Joshua Tree - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 3 reviews CA $133 CA $414 total includes taxes & fees Feb 10 - Feb 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=91869323&PinnedHotelID=91869323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33668000/33667982/bb248751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mid Century Modern - Direct Park Access with Stargazing Patio Joshua Tree - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet friendly 9.2 Wonderful 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=33667982&PinnedHotelID=33667982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106400000/106398100/106398034/ca6cabe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cielito Lindo · 5 Min to JT Park, Hot Tub, Views Joshua Tree - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $742 CA $1,315 total includes taxes & fees Feb 13 - Feb 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=106398034&PinnedHotelID=106398034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116370000/116364200/116364142/62f9c41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### M House by Fieldtrip - Modern Oasis w/ Pool & Spa Joshua Tree - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews CA $276 CA $691 total includes taxes & fees Feb 5 - Feb 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=116364142&PinnedHotelID=116364142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118840000/118836000/118835971/1f9788df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desert Zen: NEW Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Views & More! 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Wash any dishes and/or load and start dishwasher. Double check all areas for personal items and lock up house:) Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No Smoking (vapes, cigarettes, weed) on premise. No pets. No more than 4 guests on property at anytime - including visitors. No parties or gatherings. No professional, commercial, influencer video/photoshoots. (without written permission). Unauthorized shoots billed at $4,000 a day. if in doubt: ask! ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 and a first aid kit 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 Property Registration Number CESTRP-2025-00484 ## About the area Located in Joshua Tree, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and mountain biking. [Visit our Joshua Tree travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Joshua-Tree.dx6046272) [View more Vacation homes in Joshua Tree](https://www.expedia.ca/Joshua-Tree-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6046272-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.14382%2C-116.31426&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=09LAJm-lDEf5Mwfq21RLftC5XJE=) Joshua Tree, CA ### What's nearby - ![View towards Cottonwood Visitor Center and the campground from the trail, Joshua Tree National Park, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197824/b4ba8953-ba89-4b27-bb05-bfb5aa7dda84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Joshua Tree Community Center 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - World Famous Crochet Museum 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - Hi-Desert Cultural Center 3 min drive \- 1.9 km ### Getting around - Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 10 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - Circle K 11 min drive - Jack in the Box 9 min drive - Steak 'n Shake 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree? ### What time is check-out at Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree? ### Where is Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Creative Desert Retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 47 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise C. Dec 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway Such a beautifully weird place to stay! Had so many activities available in the house and was close to everything you need. ##### Elise C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen L. Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful oasis We love staying at Art Loft. This is our second time. The place is beautiful and peaceful inside and outside. Good access to amenities and yet away from the busy area. We love it. ##### Kathleen L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melinda G. May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Fabulous! Remarkable property - absolutely delightful touches that revealed themselves throughout our stay. The kitchen is well-stocked with spices and things one might need without being at all cluttered. The beds are comfortable. The owners’ sense of style felt clean, creative, and joyful. A true artist retreat - perfect place to tap into one’s creative flow. We will definitely return and would highly recommend to others. ##### Melinda G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen L. Mar 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and beautiful We loved our time there. It is peaceful, quiet, and beautiful. The owner was very friendly and responsive. We would stay there again. ##### Kathleen L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DON C. Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Art loft fun times Art loft was a great stay. Worked well for what we needed. Great communication with hosts the entire weekend. Beds super comfy and entire house was super clean. Look forward to staying there again. ##### DON C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### erin w. Nov 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay in the desert. We loved staying here. It was so cozy and relaxing. The aesthetic was lovely. The hot tub was clean and perfect. We really enjoyed our stay here and would love to come back next time. You should absolutely stay here. ##### erin w. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk M. Nov 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Completely unique and wonderful! Loved my stay at the art loft! It’s a special space for individuals, couples or groups. Works for creativity or peace and quiet and just chilling out. And John, the host, couldn’t be more responsive or gracious. Highly recommend this spot!! ##### Kirk M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy B. Jan 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Will definitely return. Very much enjoyed our stay. House is very relaxing and restful. So many cool items to look at and explore. Love the records. The hot tub was also a favorite. ##### Cindy B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie E. Oct 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay! Stocked with art supplies, books, and music. Everything was neat and clean. The house itself is a work of art. Highly recommend! ##### Charlie E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandra C. May 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay The art loft is BEAUTIFUL. We really enjoyed the record player, the hot tub and the fact that there were canvases and paint for guests. We also enjoyed cooking meals each night in the kitchen. Communication w the hosts was excellent and they offered great local recommendations. 10/10 recommend this place!! ##### Alessandra C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franck C. Dec 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a family vacation We had a great stay with our family. Our kids (7 & 10) had a lot of fun at the house playing Bocce ball, grilling marshmallows on the fire pit, relaxing in the hot tub after hiking, typing on old fashion typewrite, and painting. The location is convenient, right near Joshua Tree National Park West entrance and close to grocery and restaurants. Communication with the host after booking and during our stay was excellent and easy. Highly recommend! ##### Franck C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie T. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joshua Tree Getaway We had an incredible time! The home was very nice. Close to the entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. We hiked everyday and having the jacuzzi right there when we got home was a real plus. Loved sitting out front in the morning having our coffee listening to the birds singing was a great way to start the day! Would definitely recommend this place for a nice getaway. ##### Bonnie T. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriel G. Nov 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Property This is the must book spot if you are coming out to Joshua Tree for the weekend! Close to the park and downtown, but out of the way for ultimate quiet when you want its Josh and April have done a phenomenal job setting up this property. I will be back! ##### Gabriel G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spot Near Joshua Tree Just as described and could not have been better. Something about this place was instantly relaxing when we arrived. Completely stocked with everything we needed. Walmart and others stores a short distance away to pick up groceries. The painting supplies were a nice surprise and we spent the afternoon painting after exploring Joshua Tree. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Mar 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retreat John‘s place was exactly as he explained on the app. Plenty of space to relax after experiencing Joshua tree national park. Great little touches everywhere, loved all of the art and books and puzzles and art supplies and record player. Bring your own Travel coffee mugs and pizza cutter. Beautiful property well thought out. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nora M. Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 - No Notes :) We couldn’t have had a better experience in Joshua Tree! The space is just as pictured and is one of the best appointed rentals we’ve stayed in. They have thought through everything you need and have incorporated fun elements into the experience (we loved the provided art supplies and games). The hosts are communicative and want to ensure your trip is a great one. Highly recommend! ##### Nora M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### robin s. Feb 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50 stars Absolutely wonderful place. Creative, artsy, interesting, clean, beautifully appointed incredibly thoughtful intentional place. Everything you need to be able to cook well, sleep well, star-gaze, relax, be creative, and go to Joshua Tree every single day. John was a wonderful host, attentive, helpful, non-judgmental, always available, flexible and anticipatory. I am already trying to figure out when I can come back for a longer stay. This place is magic! ##### robin s. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike F. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joshua Tree Done Right Perfection. This is exactly how it’s posted in the pictures. Every single thing is labeled with custom signage or notes. Clever use of space, the artistic nature of the property is just like living in a piece of art. Will definitely come here again! ##### Mike F. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betsy W., Anderson, Indiana, USA Feb 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly Enjoyable Instantly felt at home and comfortable when we walked in the door. The ArtLoft was immaculate and well-appointed…the owners thought of EVERYTHING. It was a truly unique and fun space with an air of “retro-“ in every corner. I had thought it would be more remote, but it was actually in a neighborhood. But don’t let that stop you! It has a very private feel to it and was close to all important aspects of a great stay in Joshua Tree. And a bonus…John responded tout-suite to any request or inquiry. Highly recommend the ArtLoft! ##### Betsy W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A magical stay at Joshua Tree Had just a "fantastic" stay at the ArtLoft. The decor and the environment is unique and clever and very hospitable. A very simple presentation but the components were all top notch. From the Haier fridge to the Sonos soundbar. A very functional and pleasurable space. They provide a wide range of television apps but I paraphrase from a comment left on the chalkboard wall"Lots of television services... but there is a renowned national park just down the street to be enjoyed. Just saying."We did enjoy the park. In addition to hours of hiking and photographing in the park we went to the fabulous restaurant La Copine twice, we also experienced the INTEGRATION sound bath at Landers. After the events of the day the fire pit and hot tub were greatly appreciated.Really a great stay and we will be returning. What is notable is that we winter in Palm Springs and could easily drive to all of these attractions but the house is just a preferred getaway to better experience and enjoy the area.In our opinion 5/5 stars. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett M., Greenville, South Carolina Nov 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I wouldn't want to stay anywhere else after trying the Art Loft! The place is as good as advertised, maybe better! So fun and unique, clean and comfy. It's super close to town, JTNP Visitor's Center, and a main entrance to the park. John is an incredible host. We had some unfortunate weather while in SoCal (Santa Ana winds) which forced us to alter our plans a bit. John went above and beyond to be accommodating. Also, he provides a really thorough document full of ideas to make your visit excellent, from things to see and do to all of the best places to eat. It made planning our itinerary in Joshua Tree so easy. We really felt like we maximized our short time there, thanks to this. My only complaint is that we didn't stay longer! We spent so much time exploring, we didn't spend enough time enjoying the Art Loft. Guess we'll have to go back... ##### Garrett M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitch S. Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property and host I would love to mention all of the great things about this property and host, but we’d love to keep it to ourselves so we can make sure that we always can book this property. All kidding aside, I am new to Vrbo and John, the host was incredible about explaining everything to me and even gave us some suggestions for local things to do in the area. We had some discussions via mail here and via text, which I appreciated. The property was very easy to find. It was incredibly clean and well kept. We loved that it reflected the “Art Loft” that it was described as, and had a lot of amazing art supplies. There was a sound system that we were able to access and stream our music as we enjoyed the property and amenities. The backyard was just as amazing as the inside and the spa was well kept and clean. We cannot wait to return to the Art Loft. John, thank you again for everything! If there was a way to give more than five stars this property would get it. M & N ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ##### Mitch S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken C. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place to refuel the magic in your life My wife and I stayed over Labor Day weekend and this is hands down one of the best VRBO experiences we've had. I want to spend time talking about two things, the magic of the space and the thoughtfulness of it all. Magic: The listing is amazing and you might wonder, is this for real and the answer is yes: the actual loft pays all of that promise off. The space is a delight to be in, the vibe is creative but also relaxed. It's not one of those places where your eyeballs hurt after a while because it's "too" creative. Rather, it's all very well crafted to deliver a holistic creative energy you can soak in. The space invites you to do something with it whether it's with visual art, chilling with the vinyl or flipping through a book. We loved every minute. Thoughtfulness: This is hands down one of the best rentals we've ever stayed at in regards to thoughtfulness. Everything is labeled. Everything is where you'd want it to be. Everything was clean, easy and in perfect working condition. The AC was working hard in the hot temps but it did its job. The kitchen had everything you'd want. The bathrooms were immaculate. Seriously, you feel taken care of, even though your host is not there, they still kind of are watching out for you. I know, this doesn't sound like a real review since I'm being so over the top but this place deserves it. Thank you John for sharing this gem with everyone! ##### Ken C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie G. Oct 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Unique and Awesome Stay! The Art Loft is an excellent place to stay while visiting Joshua Tree National Park! It is in a quiet location and beautifully decorated and thoughtfully furnished with anything you could possibly need during a stay! Communication with our host, John, was excellent! We highly recommend this place and would love to come back one day! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d3465a13-4ccb-4aaa-85fb-1baec0581bf4-1761878923522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/93ff9eab-6529-430f-800e-b5d0507d56e6-1761878922257.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Julie G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl C. Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Your home was the exquisite respite from the hustle and bustle of LA. Look forward to visiting again in the future. Respectfully yours Carl and Shelley. ##### Carl C. 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