What a fantastic place. The pictures are spot-on, with no embellishments. It is a remarkable setting with the nearby paths and scenic rock piles to explore with views of the Joshua trees, the desert, and mountains in the distance - ever-changing depending on the light of the day. Our 8-year-old son loved the Hilltop Getaway, exploring the rock formations and making fun little desert discoveries.
Incredibly well-equipped, the Hilltop Getaway provides virtually everything you need. Just pick up something to grill and some drinks at the grocery store in Lake Los Angeles, and you are set. We over-packed for our February stay, thinking it might be frigid in the middle of the night. It was unnecessary. Despite a windstorm at night (which was rather fun), we were never even close to cold with the insulation of the tent and the provided heater. There are thoughtful touches everywhere, and the Hilltop Getaway includes a clear separation of spaces for cooking, gathering by the fire, the bathroom, and the tent with natural paths between the spaces and subtle lighting to mark the path. There are amenities to keep you occupied, including games, a little power unit to plug your devices in, and plenty of light to read.
And the communication with the host, Anita, was top-notch from start to finish.