Alta House by Fieldtrip | Near Park Entrance with Pool, Spa & Casita
About this house rental
Welcome to Alta House by Fieldtrip. @stayfieldtrip Experience desert Luxury at its finest. This custom built property is located near the National Park entrance. It features sleek contemporary design, high ceilings, and an open concept living / dining / kitchen with sweeping views of the Joshua Tree mountains visible through its floor to ceiling windows and high ceilings. The main house features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The detached casita features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a full kitchen, and a living area. Venture outside and explore the desert-scaped property complete with custom (non-heated) pool and spa as well as a custom fire pit. There is a large outdoor dining area and multiple seating and lounging areas. Adding to the property's appeal is its convenient location near the Joshua Tree National Park entrance and downtown Joshua Tree. Experience your trip the Fieldtrip way. As with all Fieldtrip properties, Alta House is professionally managed and features: - High-end design details, appliances and amenities - Access to our dedicated hospitality concierge & experience curation team - 24/7 guest support - Professional cleaning to the highest standards HIGHLIGHTS - Luxury modern construction - Near downtown Joshua Tree and National Park entrance - Custom pool and spa - Separate 3 bedroom house and 2 bedroom casita - Pet friendly BEDROOM CONFIGURATIONS *MAIN HOUSE* - Master Bedroom: California King with ensuite bath and walk-in closet - Bedroom 1: California King - Bedroom 2: California King - 1 full bath in the common area - Additional sleeping cots available *CASITA* - Casita Master Bedroom: California King with ensuite bath & walk-in closet - Casita Bedroom 1: California King with ensuite bath & door to common area AMENITIES - Luxury modern construction - Floor-to-ceiling windows - Privacy across main house and detached casita - Fully stocked kitchen (cooking/serving essentials) and outdoor grill - Custom pool and spa - Yoga mats - Desert landscaped property with lighting - Large outdoor dining area - 2 firepits - Game area with foosball, ping pong, etc. - Ample parking for multiple vehicles (private carport for casita) - Fast Wi-Fi internet LOCATION Conveniently located near downtown Joshua Tree and the National Park entrance. Nearby attractions include downtown Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree National Park, The Joshua Tree Saloon, and Pappy & Harriets. 7 minutes to downtown Joshua Tree. 14 minutes to the Joshua Tree National Park Entrance. 5 minutes to hiking trails. 18 minutes to Pioneertown and Yucca Valley. 10 minutes to downtown 29 Palms. 45 minutes to Palm Springs. ABOUT FIELDTRIP Fieldtrip (@stayfieldtrip) is a boutique hospitality brand elevating the short term rental experience. We ideate, develop, curate, and professionally operate a portfolio of design-focused properties. The Fieldtrip experience combines the amenities and service of a luxury lifestyle hotel with the privacy and intimacy of a home. IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW - CHECK-IN PROCESS - Checking in at your FIELDTRIP home is now easier than ever. FIELDTRIP's mobile app experience (powered by DACK) contains everything you need to know. From reservation details, property information, check-in instructions, local recommendations and add-on services to enhance your stay, you'll find it all here. This app is highly encouraged to check into your FIELDTRIP home and thoroughly (and effortlessly) enjoy the property and amenities. - PARKING - Guests are limited to a maximum of 5 cars, depending on size. Renters and their daytime guests should park in the garage or driveway. There is NO on-street parking available. To avoid ticketing or towing, please ensure all cars are not extending into or blocking the sidewalk. - PETS - Pets are permitted with the receipt of a pet fee. The fee is $150 per pet, up to 3 pets. Please inquire about Service Animals and next steps to waive the fees. - POOL HEATING - The pool can be heated for an additional fee of $250 per night. For best results, pool heat requests should be made 48 hours in advance. This is a non-refundable fee, should the pool not reach full temperature due to adverse weather conditions, user error, or improper use. - EARLY CHECK-IN / LATE CHECK-OUT - Stay a little longer and add up to 2 hours before or after your arrival for $75/hour. Half days (11am arrival or 4pm departure) are also available for 50% of the nightly rate for the night needing to be blocked to accommodate. - DELIVERIES - We are unable to accept packages at the homes. Please plan accordingly and utilize holding packages at the local post office or nearby Amazon Lockers. - EVENTS - APPROVAL REQUIRED PRIOR TO BOOKING. Small events within our permitting requirements are considered. Written approval and an additional Event fee is required. - PHOTO/VIDEO & COMMERCIAL USE - APPROVAL REQUIRED PRIOR TO BOOKING. Guests are welcome and encouraged to take photos for personal use (and feel free to tag us @stayfieldtrip). Drones are not permitted due to county restrictions. Please note that we charge production fees starting at $1k / hour ($12k / day) for all commercial, professional, promotional, editorial, and or revenue-generating photography and videography shot on the property. For these activities, we require payment in advance along with a signed production agreement, production insurance, and a location release. IF THERE IS ANY DOUBT IF YOUR SHOOT IS COMMERCIAL, PLEASE INQUIRE FIRST. Any guests found to be doing a commercial shoot will have their reservation canceled. Any commercial shoots discovered during or after a stay will be responsible for the production fee.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
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Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(13 Reviews)
10.0
I booked this property for a birthday celebration and we were extremely pleased with the experience. The house has plenty of space for a large group and is very comfortable.
The management company (FieldTrip) were great to work with as well. They were extremely communicative and helpful. We booked a chef and transportation through them and both were wonderful.
I highly recommend this property for any large group celebration!
5.0
This property is, admittedly, on the more expensive side -- but I'd state outright that you do get what you pay for here, and one of those things is first-class treatment and communication with the property manager(s). We had several small operational issues and the managers and property go-tos were so friendly and responsive on our first night that it truly made a big difference in our stay.
The house(s) themselves are wonderful. People who have complained that the property abuts a main road too closely are being really, really picky because there is hardly any traffic back there; I really wouldn't even call it a "main road." The sunsets are gorgeous and the pool and hot tub ("spa") are great features, if not exactly super user friendly. (Even though the app is efficient in telling you how to run these things, you might find yourself needing to talk to a human once or twice--and don't hesitate to do so; the whole team is incredibly friendly and accommodating.)
My only negative comment would be that there were some small corners and areas of wear/tear in the master bathroom that were noticeable, but would be easily fixable with some paint, caulk and a few hours of work. Not much of an issue and it didn't diminish our stay!
I'd easily rent this property--and another property from Fieldtrip--again. My friends and I had a terrific time--we felt taken care of and even pampered by the staff without any undue interference. Overall, we couldn't have asked for much more.
10.0
This property is, admittedly, on the more expensive side -- but I'd state outright that you do get what you pay for here, and one of those things is first-class treatment and communication with the property manager(s). We had several small operational issues and the managers and property go-tos were so friendly and responsive on our first night that it truly made a big difference in our stay.
The house(s) themselves are wonderful. People who have complained that the property abuts a main road too closely are being really, really picky because there is hardly any traffic back there; I really wouldn't even call it a "main road." The sunsets are gorgeous and the pool and hot tub ("spa") are great features, if not exactly super user friendly. (Even though the app is efficient in telling you how to run these things, you might find yourself needing to talk to a human once or twice--and don't hesitate to do so; the whole team is incredibly friendly and accommodating.)
My only negative comment would be that there were some small corners and areas of wear/tear in the master bathroom that were noticeable, but would be easily fixable with some paint, caulk and a few hours of work. Not much of an issue and it didn't diminish our stay!
I'd easily rent this property--and another property from Fieldtrip--again. My friends and I had a terrific time--we felt taken care of and even pampered by the staff without any undue interference. Overall, we couldn't have asked for much more.
4.0
The house is gorgeous, and the location is so close to the park - just a short drive to get to either entrance. We had bad weather, but the hot tub was easy to manage and the house stayed warm. We had a few problems with the house, which were addressed immediately by the kind FieldTrip consultants. The house has wear and tear on the carpets, but other than that is pretty much impeccable - good, useful kitchen, great showers, comfortable beds, nice furnishings, etc. I would absolutely rent from them again.
8.0
The house is gorgeous, and the location is so close to the park - just a short drive to get to either entrance. We had bad weather, but the hot tub was easy to manage and the house stayed warm. We had a few problems with the house, which were addressed immediately by the kind FieldTrip consultants. The house has wear and tear on the carpets, but other than that is pretty much impeccable - good, useful kitchen, great showers, comfortable beds, nice furnishings, etc. I would absolutely rent from them again.
2.0
We decided to splurge as we had a group of old friends meeting up for a long weekend, and booked this house based on the listing which advertised a luxury home with amenities and "the five star services of a boutique hotel." In retrospect we wish we had booked a more typical Joshua Tree rental because nothing about this experience was luxurious.
First, nowhere does it say that this house is not in a quiet desert location that people go to JT for, but instead is on the major road between the park and Yucca Valley with fairly constant 55 mph traffic in front at all times.
Upon arrival we spent an hour trying to hook up to the Sonos system to set the mood for our guests arriving, and after several calls and messages with the property manager who assured us there was a way to do it, they sent someone over. He quickly determined that there is, in fact, no Sonos system in the house despite it being listed on their website.
Wasted a ton of our time.
We were informed an hour before arrival that the heat in the casita was "non operational" (a property management term we came to know well that weekend), so they instead put space heaters in each room which actually worked fine but is not what one would expect from what is billed as a luxury five-star experience.
The one appeal of the house turned out to be the spa, which was nice but broke a total of four times while we were there, and each time we had to stop what we were doing and contact the property manager who would reset it remotely without giving us any explanation as to why it kept malfunctioning or what we could do differently.
Really just one thing after another and a clearly inexperienced property management company who shouldn't set such high expectations and then not deliver. We would rather be told a place is rustic and quirky and be fine with that. (Also odd that they sent a bunch of questions about who were are and what we like to do so they could curate some recommendations and things to do while we're here, and then never followed up. We really didn't need their recommendations but weird to make us take the time to do that for no reason). We told them we weren't looking for a refund or anything, it is what it is, but they said multiple times that they were going to have their "resolutions department" get back to us, which also never happened. Best to avoid this house and this company.
4.0
We decided to splurge as we had a group of old friends meeting up for a long weekend, and booked this house based on the listing which advertised a luxury home with amenities and "the five star services of a boutique hotel." In retrospect we wish we had booked a more typical Joshua Tree rental because nothing about this experience was luxurious.
First, nowhere does it say that this house is not in a quiet desert location that people go to JT for, but instead is on the major road between the park and Yucca Valley with fairly constant 55 mph traffic in front at all times.
Upon arrival we spent an hour trying to hook up to the Sonos system to set the mood for our guests arriving, and after several calls and messages with the property manager who assured us there was a way to do it, they sent someone over. He quickly determined that there is, in fact, no Sonos system in the house despite it being listed on their website.
Wasted a ton of our time.
We were informed an hour before arrival that the heat in the casita was "non operational" (a property management term we came to know well that weekend), so they instead put space heaters in each room which actually worked fine but is not what one would expect from what is billed as a luxury five-star experience.
The one appeal of the house turned out to be the spa, which was nice but broke a total of four times while we were there, and each time we had to stop what we were doing and contact the property manager who would reset it remotely without giving us any explanation as to why it kept malfunctioning or what we could do differently.
Really just one thing after another and a clearly inexperienced property management company who shouldn't set such high expectations and then not deliver. We would rather be told a place is rustic and quirky and be fine with that. (Also odd that they sent a bunch of questions about who were are and what we like to do so they could curate some recommendations and things to do while we're here, and then never followed up. We really didn't need their recommendations but weird to make us take the time to do that for no reason). We told them we weren't looking for a refund or anything, it is what it is, but they said multiple times that they were going to have their "resolutions department" get back to us, which also never happened. Best to avoid this house and this company.
5.0
Beautiful and well appointed property in Joshua Tree, but feels like a high end Palm Springs home. Pool was divine and the two bedroom Casita great for those that need added privacy or perhaps like to call it a night early. Location was fun and very central to so much. If you are considering this property, stop looking and just book. You won't regret it.
10.0
Beautiful and well appointed property in Joshua Tree, but feels like a high end Palm Springs home. Pool was divine and the two bedroom Casita great for those that need added privacy or perhaps like to call it a night early. Location was fun and very central to so much. If you are considering this property, stop looking and just book. You won't regret it.
1.0
While the property is accurately depicted in the photographs, there were a number of things that were not working upon arrival. Most importantly the spa was not functional. Moreover, the property manager was aware that this was the case prior to our arrival. This was confirmed by both the technician who came to the property to attempt to fix it and one of the property managers. Unfortunately, they chose not to make us aware of this issue, which was quite disingenuous. I have rented VRBO properties all of the country and i have never before written a negative review. Elizabeth and team, while courteous, were completely ineffective and the fact that this was known to them and they didn't inform was not acceptable.
Additionally, the grill required maintenance as did several other items in the house.
2.0
While the property is accurately depicted in the photographs, there were a number of things that were not working upon arrival. Most importantly the spa was not functional. Moreover, the property manager was aware that this was the case prior to our arrival. This was confirmed by both the technician who came to the property to attempt to fix it and one of the property managers. Unfortunately, they chose not to make us aware of this issue, which was quite disingenuous. I have rented VRBO properties all of the country and i have never before written a negative review. Elizabeth and team, while courteous, were completely ineffective and the fact that this was known to them and they didn't inform was not acceptable.
Additionally, the grill required maintenance as did several other items in the house.
5.0
Good house & Good location close to the park entrance. We had a fun stay in Joshua Tree. We scheduled a guided hike in the park, a sunset photography class and visited a local artist to learn and experience making sun prints. Elizabeth was very responsive to any of our questions. Joshua tree is magical ❤️
10.0
Good house & Good location close to the park entrance. We had a fun stay in Joshua Tree. We scheduled a guided hike in the park, a sunset photography class and visited a local artist to learn and experience making sun prints. Elizabeth was very responsive to any of our questions. Joshua tree is magical ❤️
4.0
Overall, we had a wonderful stay. The home itself was in a great location, very private, and easily accessible.
The pool area is nice and clean, but we had a few issues with warming the spa. The spa heater made a loud whistling noise while on, and it continued despite the instructions given by the owner. Hopefully they repair that soon because it’s a great spa!
The house was nice but not as clean as I am used to for vacation rentals at this price. The carpets had stains and some of the beds had little critters hidden under the pillows (mostly in the casita). This occurred in 3 of the 5 bedrooms.
The kitchen we nicely stocked with dish ware and cooking utensils, but we had multiple issues with the appliances (some of the igniters on the stove didn’t work, the refrigerator was not that cold). For the most part, it was fine.
Overall, we had a good stay! Best part was the outdoor area and location. I would recommend this place!
8.0
Overall, we had a wonderful stay. The home itself was in a great location, very private, and easily accessible.
The pool area is nice and clean, but we had a few issues with warming the spa. The spa heater made a loud whistling noise while on, and it continued despite the instructions given by the owner. Hopefully they repair that soon because it’s a great spa!
The house was nice but not as clean as I am used to for vacation rentals at this price. The carpets had stains and some of the beds had little critters hidden under the pillows (mostly in the casita). This occurred in 3 of the 5 bedrooms.
The kitchen we nicely stocked with dish ware and cooking utensils, but we had multiple issues with the appliances (some of the igniters on the stove didn’t work, the refrigerator was not that cold). For the most part, it was fine.
Overall, we had a good stay! Best part was the outdoor area and location. I would recommend this place!
5.0
My friends and I had an amazing time at this property. The house is better than the pictures, the pool was used every day and the umbrella for the pool was a nice touch! Liz arranged for groceries to be delivered to the house which was such a time saver. The house is conveniently located just a few minutes drive to Joshua Tree town and the park. All the instructions from check-in were accurate and helpful for using the house. The WiFi worked great even with several people using at a time. We cooked every meal during our stay at the house, and enjoyed dining inside and out on the patio! Overall would recommend and we would stay again!
10.0
My friends and I had an amazing time at this property. The house is better than the pictures, the pool was used every day and the umbrella for the pool was a nice touch! Liz arranged for groceries to be delivered to the house which was such a time saver. The house is conveniently located just a few minutes drive to Joshua Tree town and the park. All the instructions from check-in were accurate and helpful for using the house. The WiFi worked great even with several people using at a time. We cooked every meal during our stay at the house, and enjoyed dining inside and out on the patio! Overall would recommend and we would stay again!
5.0
This was the perfect home for our family trip to Joshua Tree. My husband and I traveled with our two teens as well as their grandparents, who enjoyed staying in the spacious guest house. This rental is gorgeous and super close to the west JT entrance as well as restaurants and shops. We enjoyed time around the pool / hot tub and the two fire pits. Plenty of space in the main living area for games and movie watching. All the kitchen supplies you need and comfy beds for a good night's sleep after hiking. We highly recommend this lovely property!
10.0
This was the perfect home for our family trip to Joshua Tree. My husband and I traveled with our two teens as well as their grandparents, who enjoyed staying in the spacious guest house. This rental is gorgeous and super close to the west JT entrance as well as restaurants and shops. We enjoyed time around the pool / hot tub and the two fire pits. Plenty of space in the main living area for games and movie watching. All the kitchen supplies you need and comfy beds for a good night's sleep after hiking. We highly recommend this lovely property!
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Joshua tree. There were two seniors who stayed in the casitas and a family of four, two children who occupied the main house. There was enough room to spend time together and apart. The kids loved the pool but it wasn’t near warm enough for the elders... We knew that might be the case as it was clear going in it wasn’t heated. That would be a nice optional amenity. Elizabeth saved a potential disaster as I somehow lost the entry information. She answered the phone and we were in the home within minutes. Thank you!
4.0
Fantastic location.
Needs better cleaning. We needed to buy dish soap and toilet paper the day of check in and had to clean the sheets on one bed because of lots of hair (dog). Overall great location.
5.0
Get away
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Joshua tree. There were two seniors who stayed in the casitas and a family of four, two children who occupied the main house. There was enough room to spend time together and apart. The kids loved the pool but it wasn’t near warm enough for the elders... We knew that might be the case as it was clear going in it wasn’t heated. That would be a nice optional amenity. Elizabeth saved a potential disaster as I somehow lost the entry information. She answered the phone and we were in the home within minutes. Thank you!
4.0
👍🏼
Fantastic location.
Needs better cleaning. We needed to buy dish soap and toilet paper the day of check in and had to clean the sheets on one bed because of lots of hair (dog). Overall great location.
5.0
We loved your home and appreciate the special time we were able to spend together as a family.
5.0
Phenomenal experience for our family and friends. Immaculate. Ideal location for Joshua Tree
We loved your home and appreciate the special time we were able to spend together as a family.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Joshua Tree?
The average price for a rental in Joshua Tree is £120 per night. This rental is £494 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Alta House by Fieldtrip | Near Park Entrance with Pool, Spa & Casita. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Alta House by Fieldtrip | Near Park Entrance with Pool, Spa & Casita. Enjoy the water!
Is Alta House by Fieldtrip | Near Park Entrance with Pool, Spa & Casita pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Alta House by Fieldtrip | Near Park Entrance with Pool, Spa & Casita?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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