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    The Desert Lily

    4.3 (59 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Beautiful morning light in the cactus garden.
    Elizabeth J.

    Our first visit to The Desert Lily was in 2018 and we rented the Biltmore, then later that same year the Casa Rincón. We had wonderful stays and knew we wanted to visit again. Two years later, 2020/COVID-19 kept us and everyone else home bound and the minute it was good to get away, we did!! So glad we chose The Desert Lily and this time we went for the B&B. Carrie the hostess/owner really goes out of her way to make this unique place so special. I love her taste in decor!! She makes a great breakfast too!! The landscaped cactus garden is a real retreat, the desert truly has a way of helping us be present. This is a GREAT STAY!

    Neda C.

    we had a really nice time...... Alas, there doesn't seem to be any actual Bed and Breakfasts left! If there was a difference between b & b and Air BNB, I couldn't find it. This was my only complaint. Thanks for the stay, Carrie. We loved the bunkhouse in the middle of the desert next to Joshua Tree National Park! Gorgeous.

    Christian C.

    This was our very first B&B experience and it was an absolute delight from the moment we arrived. The proprietor, Carrie, was charming, fun and hospitable, just like the place itself. Our room was tastefully decorated and had all the extra conveniences we could think of -- even a spare backpack to use while hiking. The common areas were spacious and delightful -- none of the over-the-top cutesy decor for which I've heard B&Bs are notorious. Carrie bakes fresh cookies every day, and provides complimentary white wine, tea and sherry. The breakfasts were delicious. The other two couples staying there were great fun. Maybe we just lucked out, but I think this place has a vibe that attracts a certain kind of clientele. I highly recommend The Desert Lily if you're planning on exploring Joshua Tree.

    Megan C.

    The Desert Lily absolutely delighted me and it was the most perfect start to our vacation!! Even though Carrie touts her establishment as a B&B, and she does serve breakfast, it felt like a blend between a cozy Inn and your best friend's house. B&Bs in my eyes sound boring and stuffy and tacky and this is not. She has thought of everything and I greatly appreciate that! I'm an overpacker so I pretty much had it all covered, but she keeps items such as backpack, ice cooler, Navajo lap blanket, sunscreen, extra lotion, bug spray... you name it... it's in the room for your use if you forgot to pack it. The drive to DL was an adventure in of itself. Tucked into the middle of the desert and residential homes, the road is sand and dust and boulders. It was very fun (and still capable in my low BMW). The main shared living area is complete with books and chilled wine and all of the comforts of home. TIP: Carrie recommended Pappy & Harriets and we highly recommend this off-the-beaten bar/restaurant for lunch or dinner. Oh my goodness we loved that place!! Carrie will tell you how to get there. It's not too far.

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    Spazz R.

    This place is great. Awesome breakfast every day, and a really nice property. Other friendly people, mostly hikers and outdoorsy-types. The main area is open 24 hours a day and soft music is playing; no pressure to go to bed. There are no TVs in the individual rooms but I quite enjoyed that fact. ***IMPORTANT: If you are driving, bring a SUV or truck of some sort! It's on a SUPER bumpy dirt road, not conducive to most city cars! Big dips.****

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    It's our first time at Joshua Tree NP and staying at The Desert Lily definitely made it a memorable experience. We hope to come back again!

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    What a gem! Sacred sands is a beautiful and relaxing boutique hotel near Joshua Tree National Park…read more My boyfriend and I came here for a weekend trip a couple of weeks ago. We only stayed for one night but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Check-in instructions were sent via email and there's a code to unlock the room. The grounds are very pretty, perfect for a desert wedding or party. There are great views all around and there aren't any neighbors nearby. It looks like they own a lot of acreage nearby. The room we stayed in was the Onyx room. It was beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. There are lots of nice additions in the room to ensure you enjoy staying in from wine glasses, a wine fridge, record player with a record collection, bath salts, star gazing area outside with a mattress, and comfy robes and slippers to use during your stay. If it were warmer, I definitely would've tried out the outdoor tub and shower but it was too cold at night to even think about it. There's also a large community pool in the works. As mentioned earlier, this hotel is about a mile from the NP so it's an excellent choice for anyone going there. It's also not too far from town so you're not too far from stores and cafes. I am definitely planning on staying here again!

    We loved it here! Incredibly relaxing, peaceful. Gorgeous decor and a very handy location…read more Well-appointed rooms, with a nice mini-fridge and pod-based coffee maker. Comfortable and beautiful outdoor sitting areas. It was so quiet here in the middle of the week. We could just lie outside on the patio bed and look at the stars. We will definitely be back! The sooner the better!

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    The Castle House Estate

    (47 reviews)

    My friends and I really enjoyed our two night stay here. We stayed in the three bed/two bath home…read more The home was very cozy, clean, and comfortable with all necessary amenities. There was plenty of space to hang out, a full kitchen with fridge, a cowboy style pool, and a gas grill, if you're the type to make dinner yourself. They were very quick to respond to questions while we were there. While we didn't use their room service or fire pit, all of those things are a nice extra touch. It was also easy to let ourselves in and out with the automatic lock, so we never had to worry about keys or being locked out. I would stay here again if I were to go back! Lovely stay.

    Man I wish I knew where I could write a review for others, but I went through booking and I'm not…read moresure how that works. So here I will explain and give my honest input. I planned to arrive earlier but I was late :( though it seemed like everyone was in bed already we had the nice host come up to us and guide us on checking in. He let us know that we are IN FACT able to park the car on the drive way close to the location so you don't have to carry your stuff to your spot.. designated parking in my opinion is actually very smart and very thoughtful because who wants to see a bunch of parked cars in such a nice view?! So I got the tiny home container.. and let me just say IT WAS THE BEST THING I HAD EVER DONE! I actually didn't know which one of the containers I booked but the one I got was the best one! Everything and I mean everything was included. Fridge, microwave, coffee maker, AND ac!!!! The roof top? BEST FREAKING PART! Watching the sunset was amazing solo time. As well as watching all the stars you never get to see in the city. The bathroom had shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Towels were provided, pillows and sheets. I mean these people thought of it all! They are very clear about their instructions and how they want things done upon checkout and it was smooth.. I guess my ONLY "thumbs down" would be the center pool. I personally liked it.. it's a shallow sit down cool down tub and it works for when you just want to dive and sun bathe. Other than that, I have nothing negative to say. I really enjoyed my stay. And if you're someone who doesn't go camping or even glamping, don't stay in a yurt? When it's hot it's HOT when it's cold it's COLD.. it's not rocket science. Choose wisely if you want to enjoy your stay and really unwind. Overall, I 150% will be back and stay here in case I need a moment to reset my brain.

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    Tumbleweed Sanctuary, Garden & Labyrinth

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    We booked Tumbleweed Sanctuary, Garden, and Labyrinth for our wedding ceremony and reception. It…read morewas truly the best decision we made for our wedding day. As soon as we visited Tumbleweed and met with Julie to discuss our vision, we knew it was the perfect place. The sprawling property has many different seating areas, space for game, indoor/outdoor space, and a nature walk for pictures that look as if you are in the middle of nowhere in the desert! There are so many different places to take BEAUTIFUL pictures, enjoy nature, and gather with friends and family. All of the furniture and decor provided is beautiful, modern, bohemian style that compliments the desert so well. The staff was incredible to work with to answer our MANY questions and coordinate our day flawlessly. During the planning process, we were able to visit the venue a few different times by ourselves, with our parents, and with our coordinator and the staff was always so welcoming, kind, and patient. The venue and staff are LGTBQ+ friendly and allowed us to convert the "male/female" bathrooms to "gender neutral" to accommodate all of our guests. Our family and friends all adored Tumbleweed and had such a fun time exploring the property, taking photos, and soaking in the beauty of the desert. I would highly recommend Tumbleweed Sanctuary, Garden, and Labyrinth for a wedding/ special event venue! I wish we could get married here again!! Photos: Eve Rox Photography

    My husband and I got married at tumbleweed in September 2019 and we truly couldn't have found a…read morebetter venue for our big day. Not only did it surpass our expectations with how stunning it is ( I had a vision to find a perfect venue space out in the Joshua tree/ yucca valley area) when I saw this space I cried happy tears! I worked specifically with Julie who was an absolute dream she helped me all along the way constantly there to answer any of my questions and help me in any way she could, the entire staff was great! There's gorgeous indoor and outdoor space, parking for vendors and guests, and they are constantly working and keeping up with bettering the venue in any way they can. I highly urge you to check it out for any event you might be thinking about hosting in a dreamy desert space! Thanks again Julie and the entire tumbleweed family, thanks to you guys we had a truly perfect wedding day!

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    Rosa & team catered our little 25 person wedding reception and absolutely nailed it. We had a bunch…read moreof difficult food allergies that they sorted out without a sweat. The food was truly incredible, and the team made the whole night super easy for us. I would 1000% recommend these guys.

    Merilee and Rosa and the team at Mojave Monaco just gave my new husband and I the wedding night…read moredinner of our *dreams.* EVERYONE is still talking about it, over a week later. We've finished all the leftovers and are craving more. It was seriously spectacular! We showed up with all the standard wedding catering challenges. Large party, dietary restrictions, tight budgets, big ambitions and a desire for everything to be *perfect.* Merilee walked us through the entire process with calm professionalism, talking us through options, listening to our ideas and sharing her extensive expertise. We narrowed it down to two equally delicious sounding menus and made the final call after an AWESOME tasting. Every single thing we tried was scrumptious! We left that night genuinely excited to share this feast with our guests and full of confidence that the final event would be a success. But the wedding exceeded even those stellar expectations. The food, presentation, service and staff were all simply flawless. It's no surprise that Merilee was recommended by our wedding venue, our welcome party venue and every local wedding planner we interviewed. Mojave Monaco is both beloved and respected by everyone who has had the pleasure of working with them. They are consummate professionals who treat everyone involved with real consideration, who take tremendous pride in their work and are committed to delivering excellence in absolutely every respect. Plus they are just straight up lovely folks. If you get the chance, hire them immediately. We would again in a heartbeat. Thank you guys!

    Desert Wedding and Ritual - JD Rudometkin, Wedding Officiant + Ritualist

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    (11 reviews)

    We hired JD to be officiant at our wedding in Yucca Valley and we are so happy we did! He started…read morethe process by interviewing us several weeks before the wedding, to better get to know us. Then he sent us a detailed questionairre asking us to elaborate on how we met, our relationship, our ideals and our aesthetic. With all this info, JD wrote a poetic, romantic wedding script that blew us away! It was custom tailored to our story and our wedding theme. His presence and grace at the altar made our ceremony entertaining for our guests, serious when it needed to be, and he brought an elegance and humor to our wedding that I don't think our guests were expecting. His unique style of writing and friendly professionalism endeared him to us, our family and our guests and truly made our wedding extra special. He can handle logistics, wedding certificates, and other details you need for the event. If you want an officiant who goes above and beyond and really captures the essence of you as a couple, hire JD as your officiant!

    JD was the perfect celebrant for our elopement in the Californian desert. From the moment we met,…read morehe brought such a calm, warm energy that made the whole experience feel effortless and personal. He created a ceremony that felt genuine to us, heartfelt and beautifully suited for the desert setting. His guidance, professionalism and sense of humour helped us stay relaxed and fully present on the day. We couldn't have imagined a better person to marry us, and we'll always be grateful for the memories he helped us create.

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