But the real star of this stunning rental is the 108-foot heated indoor swimming pool. Not only does it change colors, but the Flos lighting system sets the ambience via a user-friendly remote. After dark, the house becomes ultra-moody—perhaps why it’s been the backdrop for many music videos. Personally, I’m obsessed with how the Invisible House looks at night: When the interior lights are on, the house loses its reflective effect, and the inside becomes visible from the outside. Not to worry—the smart glass shifts to privacy mode with the touch of a button.
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What’s nearby:
Joshua Tree National Park is less than 10 minutes from the Invisible House by car, offering nearly 800,000 acres of protected desert landscape defined by its namesake yucca trees, massive granite boulders, and otherworldly rock formations that draw climbers, hikers, and artists from around the world. The proximity makes it easy to dip in for sunrise or golden hour without committing to a full-day expedition.
If your timing lines up, consider visiting during the Joshua Tree Music Festival, held in May, when the area fills with live music, art, and a creative crowd tuned to the desert. Nearby Pioneertown, originally built in the 1940s as a movie set for Westerns, is also worth a stop. It’s now a functioning town with shops, restaurants, and venues that lean fully into its cinematic roots. You can also catch the High Desert Art Fair in March, when the region briefly transforms into a desert campus of art and performance.
Speaking of art, the Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum is a longtime favorite of mine and one of the best cultural hubs in the area. Spread across 10 acres, the open-air museum features assemblage installations that are bold and political, yet deeply rooted in place. If outdoor art is your thing, run—don’t walk. If you prefer a good vintage crawl, the high desert has no shortage of hidden treasures. The Station Joshua Tree is a great stop for vintage finds and gifts, while Yucca Valley has its own gems, including The End, a spectacular trove of rare jewelry, clothing, and decor.
