M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree!

Twentynine Palms, California
$149 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

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Property Type

Sleep 5

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This fully remodeled 2BD/1BA midcentury cottage in Twentynine Palms is a perfect little desert escape for a family or a small group of friends. Situated in a quaint and quiet neighborhood just 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, it's the ideal location for your next Joshua Tree adventure.

Welcome to M&L Desert Cottage!

-We are a 6 min drive from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and a 20 min drive to downtown Joshua Tree.

-Theinterior and exterior of the cottage have been completely renovated. The space, cozy and airy, features midcentury modern and eclectic style and updated appliances.

-The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare meals—a gas oven, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, spices, and all necessary cookware. It is fully stocked with plates, glasses, cooking and serving utensils, and coffee and tea essentials.

-The cozy living room features leather seating, including a recliner chair, a 50” 4K smart TV with access to Netflix and high-speed internet access. A record player with a selection of vinyl is available for your enjoyment.

-There are two bedrooms—the main bedroom features a king-sized bed with a memory/spring hybrid foam mattress, and the second bedroom has two twin-sized memory foam beds, one of which is a stackable bed that can be set up with its own mattress for parties of 5. A Pack-n-Play is also available for your little one.

-The bathroom has a tub/shower (extra towels are provided in hallway storage). A hair dryer is conveniently located under the sink. Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all provided for you!

-There is lots of seating on the back patio, a midcentury gas Malm fireplace, and a gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a great place to enjoy a lovely dinner and to relax under the stars. Don’t forget to enjoy the sunrise/sunset on our extremely comfy twin hammocks!

The house and property are all yours to enjoy. There is a washer and dryer in the kitchen. The driveway will easily accommodate three vehicles.

Unless previously discussed, check-in is at 4pm. We will not be at the house when you arrive, but instructions for our digital locks will be provided. We are always available by phone to answer your questions. Feel free to call or text!

The living room features a 35K BTU mini split A/C system for those hot and humid days that provides heating as well. This system is limited to the living room and kitchen. The cooling system in the main part of the house is Evaporative, sometimes called “swamp cooler.” We will provide detailed instructions on how to operate it upon booking. Each bedroom has an electric heating panel on the wall for those chilly nights. Also, for those hot summer days, each bedroom has a ceiling fan. For your enjoyment, we have a guest guide with recommendations for things to do and places to eat in the Joshua Tree area.

House Rules:
-Please remove your shoes. We encourage indoor house slippers or sandals. Your cooperation is much appreciated!
-The house is professionally cleaned prior to each guest’s arrival. When you leave, do your best to leave the property in the same condition as when you arrived (minus normal usage of course).
-The property uses a Septic System for waste removal. Please do not discard ANYTHING in the sinks (i.e. no food waste down kitchen sink) or toilet (other than the provided toilet paper). Following this policy will help avoid problems with the plumbing.
-Please be considerate of our neighbors—keep noise down after 10pm, especially if you are enjoying the outdoor space.
-The space is limited to 5 people and sorry, but no pets. We have this in place instead of an additional guest charge in an attempt to keep costs down for you. Kids under 2, that still fit in your travel crib, are welcome! (We provide a Pack-n-Play and high-chair for your convenience; they can be found inside the second bedroom closet.)
-Turn off gas on grill and fireplace after every use.
-Being a family home, we also have a no smoking policy (although you are welcome to smoke either out front or back).

Before you leave:
-We kindly ask that you clean any dishes or kitchenware used and put dirty towels on top of the washer.
-Please clean the gas grill after use with the cleaning supplies provided.
-Please bring hammocks to designated spot after use.
-Turn off all lights and electrical devices before you leave.
-Close and lock all doors, windows, and gates.

Thank you!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Memory Foam Mattress
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster Oven
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Wired Internet
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Slippers Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Music Library Netflix Streaming Services TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Laptop-compatible Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 07:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • LARRY

    Submitted Feb 2, 2024

    Stayed Jan 13, 2024

    We had a wonderful family trip to JT. Each night we would sit by the outdoor as fireplace and talk about our favorite hike of the day.

  • Diana M.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    Adorable property, very comfortable for a family. Really close to the less crowded entrance to the park, in a quiet residential neighborhood. All the amenities we needed!

  • Aimee A.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    We so enjoyed our stay at M&L Cottage! It was clean, quiet, and comfortable.

  • Caitlin A.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    The house was cozy and we really enjoyed the recommendations they provided in their welcome book. We would definitely book again.

  • Ann W.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 27, 2025

    Very good. It is only 3 miles from the park. The place is cleaned. The property may look not that good from outside but inside is very nice, stylish and with DWR feel. It is located in 29 Palms. We went to the grocery store in 29 palms to get our food including sandwiches for the hikes. We also went to the restaurants in 29 Palms. It is a very good location.

  • Wesley P.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    My sister and I stayed for a couple of days while visiting Joshua Tree National Park. The house is very close to the main park entrance. The house was very well maintained and supplied with everything we needed for our trip.

  • Cleeo W.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Mar 5, 2025

    Quiet, clean, and comfortable. There were some nice touches like the record player with a decent variety of vinyl to play. It was a great stay.

  • Ben T.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    We had a very nice and comfortable stay, easy entry into the quieter of the two northern Joshua Tree entrances. We enjoyed the quiet neighbourhood, the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, the outdoor amenities, and the small touches (U2 Joshua Tree album and a turntable).

  • Anne D.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2024

    Stayed Nov 5, 2024

    The house is very clean and the location can't be beat. Very close to entrance to Joshua Tree NP. We had an issue with the oven when we arrived and the host took care of it very quickly. Great communication. I would definitely recommend staying here.

  • Philip E.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2024

    Stayed Mar 6, 2024

    The cottage was perfect for our family of 5. Lots of nice touches to make the place stand out. We loved the Hammocks, the outdoor fireplace, and the coffee making options. So close to the park and to 29palms amenities!

  • Isabella G.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2022

    Stayed Mar 25, 2022

    We had a wonderful time staying at this property. It was a home away from home, and a true oasis after a long day of exploring Joshua Tree National Park!

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