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Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, World Famous Crochet Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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Casa Altura: Heated Pool, Spa & Epic Views

Wake up to desert sunrises, soak under the stars, and relax at Casa Altura — a private, 100% off-grid, solar-powered Joshua Tree retreat on 1.5 acres. This 2-bed, 2-bath home with a heated pool and hot tub blends mid-century style with modern eco-luxury, offering sweeping views, glowing sunsets, and unforgettable stargazing. Just 5 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and 2 minutes from town, comfort, privacy, and serenity await.

• Secluded, quiet neighborhood in the heart of Joshua Tree
• 5-minute drive to the main entrance of Joshua Tree National Park
• Short walk or 2-minute drive to downtown Joshua Tree
• Guests will be in direct contact with the homeowner, available to address any needs and enhance your stay
• Please read the entire listing before booking your reservation

🚪 Hassle-Free Check-In: Enjoy secure, keyless entry with a personalized smart lock code sent before arrival.

• Luxury 10×30 ft heated pool & spacious spa
• 5 minutes to Joshua Tree National Park entrance
• Epic desert & Boulder Mountain views
• Walk to town or 2-minute drive to shops & restaurants
• Ultra-fast 2-Gig Frontier Fiber Wi-Fi (great for remote work)
• Eco-friendly, 100% solar-powered home
• Central AC & heat with smart thermostat
• 65” Sony QLED Smart TV + streaming apps
• Fully stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals
• Newly remodeled full bathrooms
• Comfortable beds with soft linens & multiple pillow options
• Outdoor deck with seating & dining for six
• Propane outdoor grill
• Curated art-book library & board games
• Retro gaming console with classic Nintendo games

🌅 Relax & Recharge in Joshua Tree
Wake up to breathtaking desert sunrises and unwind in a secluded, quiet Joshua Tree retreat designed for rest and reconnection. Surrounded by open desert views and natural beauty, Casa Altura offers the perfect escape from city life—ideal for relaxing mornings, peaceful afternoons, and unforgettable desert nights.

🌄 Coyote Hole Canyon: A Hidden Hiking Gem
Step directly from the house into Coyote Hole Canyon, one of Joshua Tree’s best-kept secrets. This scenic hike offers towering canyon walls, ancient Native American petroglyphs, polished granite spillways, and incredible geological formations. With far fewer visitors than Joshua Tree National Park, it’s perfect for quiet hiking, bouldering, and connecting with the land—all just minutes from your door.

🛌 Comfort Meets Convenience
Enjoy stunning desert views from the heated pool and spa, or retreat indoors to premium bedding for deep, restful sleep. A curated collection of books and games makes evenings cozy and unplugged—perfect after a day of exploring Joshua Tree National Park.

🍽 Gourmet Meets Entertainment
Prepare meals in a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and thoughtful details. Relax in the open-concept living space featuring a 65-inch smart TV for movie nights. Music lovers will appreciate the vintage 1970 Pioneer receiver and turntable, paired with Pioneer studio speakers for an authentic vinyl listening experience.

🏠 Casa Altura | A Private Joshua Tree Retreat Near the Park
Located just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and downtown Joshua Tree, Casa Altura blends privacy, comfort, and convenience. We offer personalized hosting, local recommendations, and activity planning to ensure your stay is seamless, relaxing, and truly memorable.

🌟 Enhance Your Stay With Optional Amenities
• Hot Tub Heating: Complimentary and always included
• Pool Heating: Available year-round for $100 per day (you may select specific days)
• EV Charging: Access our 48-AMP universal EV charger for $30/day or $20/day on extended stays
Please note: Pool heating and EV charging are optional add-ons and are not included in the standard booking price.

📝 By choosing Casa Altura, you agree to our thoughtful rental terms and house rules, promising a respectful and memorable experience for all. We eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you and unveil the wonders of Joshua Tree.


🚌 Joshua Tree's public transportation is primarily served by the Morongo Basin Transit Authority (MBTA), offering bus services to nearby areas. However, for exploring Joshua Tree National Park and remote areas, using a personal vehicle is recommended due to limited public transit options.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this vacation home's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of World Famous Crochet Museum. You'll find features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center and a few minutes from World Famous Crochet Museum
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Composting
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

* No Parties, large gatherings or events.
* No Smoking inside the house.
* No loud noise after 10pm.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2023-00563
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Casa Altura: Heated Pool, Spa & Epic Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views are incredible and it’s in a great location. Very close to shops and restaurants on the Main Street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joleen B., Temecula, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views from the main living room/dining area/kitchen, as well as both bedrooms! Big windows will make you never want to miss a sunrise! Has all the amenities. We took advantage of the spa for nighttime star gazing. It's very close to the national park, as well as restaurants and shops. Eddie was very attentive and helpful. We definitely want to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joshua Tree is magical.Casa Altura is a great place to indulge in everything.Location, Amenities & the Experience.Eddie,the Host, is Awesome!The Pool was the highlight for me.Sunrise & Sunset swims.All the Best,Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about our stay, with the minor exception of no lounge chairs were avaliable for the pool. We understand the owner was in the process of replacing the previous ones, but the photos show lounge chairs, and we didnt really have anywhere to sit and enjoy the pool. Otherwise, i cant say enough about the beautiful sunrises, and hiking out the back was perfect when we didnt want to go all the way into the Joshua Tree park
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Joshua Tree trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Such a gorgeous view and a great location close to the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. Our host provided everything we needed and was great with communication. Hope to come back when the weather is cooler.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
OMG, I cannot rave how much this property was perfect for our Joshua Tree National Park stay, minutes away from Western enterance, making quick access to park as easy as possible. Easy check in, accessible owner, everything label and accurate description, I will base all VRBO properties compared to this gold standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M., Pasadena, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is excellent, including its location, the views, and the details that are kept up throughout, which include timed outside lights, an expresso machine, great record player and sound, tons of spices and kitchen basics, and a strong AC system. Our family group of three had a great 5 days. The owner/manager is on top of things, checked in with us via email, and was a pleasure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded place with amazing view and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place with a beautiful view for sunrise and sunset. Great stop for the family and close to the national park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles k.

Liked: Cleanliness
First off the pictures on the website accurately reflected the actual house and it's incredible views. It was a beautiful house with gorgeous views. It was clean and literally everything in the house worked as it was supposed to. On the first night the propane tank on the BBQ ran out and unfortunately the spare was also empty, a staff member was out to the house to replace and refill those tanks within the hour! Eddie the property manager was available and attentive to our needs. We will definitely be returning to this property in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house and pool! There were thoughtful details and a bottle of wine waiting for us. Wish we could return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

The location of the property was great. Very close to the park and to places to eat and shop. The view was amazing and we loved the pool. The property's host was very communicative and helpful and responded immediately to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S., San Marino, California

Liked: Cleanliness

OUTSTANDING JT Location & Place "Casa Altura"

Just stayed at Casa Altura & it's PERFECT in every way. LOCATION cannot be beat as situated few blocks from main intersection in JT (so no noise or traffic, but quick and easy access to restaurants etc.), and it's short drive to West entrance of Joshua Tree Nat'l Park. There are SPECTACULAR VIEWS of gorgeous rock formation that are unobstructed & unimpeded by anything from every room, as well as from the large deck, and the patio, pool & jacuzzi area.Inside the 2BR 2BA is chic & comfortable with tech savvy controls & great features throughout; large fully stocked kitchen with a huge island, large dining table (also 2 tables on outside deck), and excellent living room area with turntable, speakers, flatscreen TV & stylish seating area. Good assortment of toys, games, books, DVDs and albums are a bonus. The owner is GREAT; quick to reply & helpful.No need to look elsewhere - if size is right - book it ASAP and you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane V., Maplewood

Liked: Cleanliness

3 nights at Casa Altura

This property was perfect for our party of 4 (2 couples) while we visited Joshua Tree. No fighting over the best bedroom because they are both very similar, each with it’s own bathroom. The kitchen and living areas are spacious and light with large windows looking out over the desert. Loved the hot tub and pool too. And a convenient proximity to the National park. Best restaurant around was Kitchen in the Desert, 18 mins away. Great food and vibe. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful desert respite

This was our last stop on a week long road trip hiking at different national parks throughout Nevada, Utah and Arizona and it was a much needed respite! Such a lovely oasis in the desert, the views were great and the pool and hot tub were amazing! We took moonlight swims under the stars and early morning swims after watching the sunrise while sipping coffee. The kitchen was also super well stocked and cooking and eating a meal while watching the sunset was really special. I also enjoyed walking around the area behind the property looking at interesting plants and watching the bunnies and quail run around. The beds and pillows were really comfy, and we loved all the soaps and shampoos too. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip to Casa Altura with old friends

After looking at lots of Joshua Tree properties, we were all delighted to end up choosing Casa Altura. The views are mesmerizing, with the home situated on the lot in such a way that you feel no one’s around for miles. The home is very comfortable, with fantastic natural light, great furniture, and a fully stocked kitchen. The spa was fantastic, and we used it even when it was raining. The location was so convenient to the Joshua Tree park, where we went every day to meet other friends camping there for hiking. One of the highlights of our stay was a wonderful afternoon/evening on the deck talking to our long-time friends while playing 1970s records on the provided turntable. The gem of this property is the owner Eddie - he looks after you like a best friend, checking in via text a couple times to make sure you are totally comfy. He even suggested a nearby hike from the house where we saw a tortoise and petroglyphs! Thanks for the wine and the cool coffee cup Eddie! The only way this property could be improved is if there were king beds. But it’s still 100 on a scale of 1-10.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mid Century Marvel

The house was perfect, great location in Joshua Tree, the decor was mid century, vintage vibe. The pool and hot tub were excellent. The house came stocked with all the essentials you need. The property manager did a great job texting, to keep in touch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for Joshua Tree

I don’t know what more you would want from a house - property manager. Communications were all accurate and timely. The property manager provided the heated pool as described, answered all questions and everything is as stated. We loved swimming and relaxing in the hot tub while seeing stars, wildlife and the view. In the middle of the night the local coyotes said hello, scaring my wife but also giving us a really nice moment in our family vacation. The house is stocked, looks like the pics and close to everything, especially the park. Local hiking is easy to access as well, book it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TK K.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great spot

We had an amazing stay at Casa Altura. Eddie is an attentive host who makes sure you have all the information you need before arriving, and stays in touch during the trip if you have any questions or issues. He even left a bottle of wine for my wife's birthday.The house is in a prime spot with a great view, close proximity to restaurants/shops down the hill, and a quick drive to the park entrance. We loved it and will be coming back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view and hospitality

This home is so cute! The view is stunning and hanging out in the jacuzzi while star gazing was absolutely my favorite part. Eddie, the host, was so helpful as well with all our questions. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Oasis

Eddie was an attentive host and the house had everything we needed. It was peaceful and comfortable. We only wish we had more time to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feeling pampered

Casa Altura and Eddie are definitely an oasis of peace. Eddie made sure EVERY detail was perfect and easy. He offered any and all assistance needed quickly and efficiently; hikes, restaurants, sights, the full package. The star gazing is prime, the hot tub perfect for the gazing and the views, location are top of the line! Thank you Eddie for such attention to detail!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place

Perfect place, will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick trip to Joshua Tree

We decided to take a quick trip to JT and really enjoyed the get away. The house is in a great location to the town and the park. The house is spotless and has all the kitchen amenities you will need. Eddie was very responsive and in fact was ahead of us with answers to our questions. Highly recommend this property. Thanks Eddie.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful property, great host. Eddie was very accommodating and helpful, he even left us a complimentary bottle of wine. The heated pool and spa were perfect! Looking forward to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025