The Desert Lily

PO Box 139
Joshua Tree California 92252
USA

http://www.thedesertlily.com

Phone: +1-760-366-4676

General Information

The Desert Lily is an intimate Bed and Breakfast with panoramic views located on eight acres in the Joshua Tree Highlands overlooking the western entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. It is away from the highway and as close to the park as you can be. This contemporary adobe B&B has hand-painted walls in the guestrooms and bathrooms, individual covered patios and main patio area for alfresco dining, an art-filled great room for indoor breakfasts, individual room heating, ceiling fans, evaporative cooling, individual cowboy spas, walking paths, a hammock under a Joshua Tree for stargazing, every manner of desert flora and fauna including lizards, quail, jackrabbits, coyotes, desert tortoises, Gourmet breakfasts (always artfully presented), evening refreshments, individualized horseback riding nearby, therapeutic massage available, and as much information about the sights, hikes, restaurants in the area, as you would care to know.
AVAILABLE FOR SHORT TERM RENTAL: Casa Rosita, sleeps 4, desert hideaway with interior and exterior fireplaces. B'iltmore Bunkhouse homesteader's cabin sleeps 5, patio fireplace, deck, kitchen. Rancho Rincon, traditional adobe hacienda, 2 bedrooms, large living room with fireplace. Quail Haven sleeps 5. All CHARMING with panoramic views! Click on photos on homepage of The Desert Lily website.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is $ 140.00
  • Double occupancy rate is $ 155.00
  • Other Accommodations: Desert Retreat/Cabins
    AVAILABLE FOR SHORT TERM RENTAL: Casa Rosita, sleeps 4, desert hideaway with interior and exterior fireplaces. B'iltmore Bunkhouse homesteader's cabin sleeps 5, patio fireplace, deck, kitchen. Rancho Rincon, traditional adobe hacienda, 2 bedrooms, large living room with fireplace. Quail Haven spps 5, spacious & light filled. All CHARMING with panoramic views! Click on photos on homepage of The Desert Lily website.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Hairdryer
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • VCR
  • Videos
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • TV
  • TV Video games
  • Telephone
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wi-Fi

Other Amenities: Many private sitting areas, Hammock

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Patio, Breakfast/dining area
  • Lunch is available by special request
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Fresh-baked homemade cookies, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Two-night minimum on weekends, three for some holidays.)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (In designated areas)
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets (Allowed in some guest houses, not in B&B rooms, please.)
  • Accommodations are not suitable for children
  • No childcare is provided
  • Closed: July and August
  • Check in time is 3 - 6 p.m. and Check out time is 11 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    The Desert Lily is a small (and away from traffic) place of lodging that is available by advance reservation only. For this reason you are responsible for the entire amount of your reservation if you cancel after 14 days prior to your first night of lodging. If the room can be re-rented, you will be relieved of the number of days of the re-rental, but in any case will be charged for a minimum of one nights' lodging. Cancellations made before that will be charged a $20 handling fee. Alternate dates may be considered.

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Excellent views
  • Fitness
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
N/A

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Pueblo
  • Built in 1988
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2007
  • Parking available

Location

  • Geographic region: Southern California
  • Location is best described as: Countryside, Desert, Mountains, Ranch, Small town
  • Nearest major city: Palm Springs, CA (40 miles south)
  • Directions to property:
    Interstate 10 to Hwy 62 to Joshua Tree (directions from Park Blvd west entrance to Park upon reservation)
  • Nearest major airport: PSP 40 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Interstate 10 drive north on Hwy. 62 to the Village of Joshua Tree.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Carrie Yeager
    Hiking, backpacking, cross-country skiing, cooking, writing, travel, music, reading, cacti & succulent growing, camping, art, mountain biking, baking, mountaineering, running, yoga, motorcycle touring, Spanish language, poetry, SCUBA diving, ...
  • The innkeepers speak: some Spanish, English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Rock climbing, Horseback riding, Hiking trails, Mountain Bike trails, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Bicycle rental, Bird watching, Hiking, Antiquing, Nature Trails, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services