Flying Point Homestead

It was very quiet and peaceful and has a very well-equipped kitchen for cooking any meal.

The mattress was too firm for me.

The remoteness, tranquility & location (near JTNP), the clear night with STARS & the surprising wildlife was EXACTLY what I was hoping for. Desert living at its finest! The perfect hostess, Patricia with her reassuring texts ensuring all is well. I felt I was staying at a FAMILY’s place. Thank you Patricia! Yes, there will be a NEXT time.

Ahhh a positive really-“no TV” & I FINALLY got to finish my book!

Awesome location and interior decoration

Lot of red tape to finalize a short stay

There was nothing to like about the house or location.

The house was not conducive to a person with mobility issues. The sofa seating was low to the floor. Broken lamps. Broken Soap dispensers. Old pots and pans from the 50's. A mix match of pots and pans. It was not a pleasant experience there or any help from the property manager

During my recent visit to the Flying Point Homestead just outside Joshua Tree, I was enchanted by the quaint and comfortable house, which exuded an intriguing and quirky charm. The cozy beds, invigorating warm shower, well-equipped kitchen, and reliable Wi-Fi all contributed to a pleasant stay. Laundry was nice since it was very windy during our stay and our clothes got dusty. The presence of bullet holes (!) in the old, abandoned cars and boats (!!) scattered around the property added a touch of mystery to the surroundings. The remote location, with its cool western vibe and hauntingly beautiful hills in the distance, along with the sight of rolling tumbleweed and the long sandy drive on backroads, made the decision to opt for a 4x4 rental worthwhile. Despite the remote feel, essential amenities and grocery stores were just a 20-30 minute drive away, which added to the convenience. Furthermore, the host was highly responsive, which enhanced our overall experience, making it truly unique and enjoyable.

There were a few issues that detracted from my stay. First, I had read previous reviews that mentioned the barbecue wasn't working, so I emailed the host in advance to inquire about its status. I was assured it was in working condition, so I bought meat to grill before arriving. Unfortunately, when I arrived, the barbecue was not working. However, the host did cooperate and helped me find a workaround, which required me to go to one of the adjacent dwellings and wheel over their barbecue since they weren't using it that night. Unfortunately, this grill wasn't very good either. Second, there were ants in the kitchen, and the floor was dirty, so I had to sweep it because my infant wanted to crawl around. Thirdly, we certainly would have appreciated if there was a TV, because we wanted to watch a movie after dinner. Another alternative would be to provide board games for the guests. Overall, it was a unique and enjoyable experience, but the issues I encountered could have been easily resolved by the host.

Our host was very nice and we had a good contact all the time. Our children loved the place and being in the desert was quite special for us. We would have loved to stay longer.

Everything was nice.

location, functional utilities, nice bathroom

bed mediocre at best - yes, i'm a bit particular on this because I have back issues and i just think it could use a heavier bed ..my friend enjoyed her sleep so not bad!