Paradisiac pool & Spa with Views from Mountain to Ocean

4.0
Altadena, California
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ADA Friendly
30 guests allowed
All ages welcome • Pets welcome (not in pool)
Restroom available
Dedicated restroom available by the pool
Parking
Up to 2 cars on site.
Cancel anytime!
Get a full refund if you cancel 2 hours before your booking.
Where you'll swim
Exact location after booking.

Altadena, CaliforniaUS

About the pool
Featured in Staycation magazine as one of the top homes in Southern California, this secluded mountain estate boasts pool and spa with views from Catalina Island to the San Gabriel Mountains surrounded by palm trees, five levels of deck and a tropical palapa. Hiking trails a block away.
My barber used to boast "People hate us on Yelp". 70% of our guests love us and give us 5 stars. But we have been fortunate enough to run into three Karens, and this has been quite the experience. So here it goes: People hate us on Swimply:
One got angry when she realized she didn't get 24/7 access to our $2.5M estate every single day for $250/mo., but when it is available, and wasn't happy even though she got offered full credit for what she had paid. She sent 51 messages.
A second one went berserk when we were away from our computer for a full five hours on a day in which we had no rentals. She sent 54 messages without ever visiting the property. She was offered a full refund, but that would not calm her for not getting a 24/7 concierge.
The third one was angry that we filed to be reimbursed by Swimply's Host Protection insurance for the ~$5k repair we had to pay to fix the pool equipment that broke down after being used by Swimply guests, so she retaliated by asking for a refund because she claimed that she found three hairs in the sink of the bathroom which we made available to her for free. Instead of being grateful that we offer a free bathroom and don't charge a cleaning fee, she got angry that a previous guest that day left three hairs in the sink. She eventually admitted she was mad because she forgot to book the hot tub heat.
So if you're a Karen too, book another pool --or entertain us. But if you're a regular person looking to enjoy our secluded pool and spa with deck, palapa and sweeping views from mountain to ocean, please be our guests.
Note that full day rentals of the entire property have priority over shorter or pool rentals, but any rentals affected by thi…
Great sunlight
Shaded area
Night lighting
This space is great for...

Friend hangouts

Photo shoots

Video shoots

Celebrations

Corporate events

Family gatherings

What makes it special

$20/hr

Grill

Shower

Shower, rest room and changing room included at no additional charge.

$35/hr

Heated

Pool heater can be turned on for the hourly fee. Pool temperature depends on ambient temperature and cannot be guaranteed.

$10/hr

Wifi

$10/hr

Fire Pit

$50/hr

Speakers

$35/hr

Hot tub

$10/hr

Towels

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Up to 55 monthly hours for FREE
All days
5 AM – 12 PM
One 2hr booking per day
Bring up to 4 guests
1 free amenities
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Weekdays
5:30 AM – 10 PM
One 2hr booking per day
Bring up to 4 guests
1 free amenities
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All days
5:30 AM – 10 PM
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4.016 reviews
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Jessica

5Friend hangout

Private with enough space for a group to spread out. The palapa has 2 mini fridges and feels like the kitchen island where you can…

2 months ago
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Jenat

5Friend hangout

We had a nice time, plenty of shade and sun. Beautiful views! Host helpful. Easy parking. Pool was totally fine for my ADA needs;…

3 months ago
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Araceli

5Family hangout

Had a wonderful afternoon. Alex was very responsive and his location was beautiful. Access to the pool was direct and easy! Highly…

3 months ago
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eugenie

5Friend hangout

Great location and nice views. Host is very nice and responsive

3 months ago
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Cathy

5Friend hangout

Beautiful, peaceful and quiet. Would definitely recommend!

3 months ago
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Cc

Repeat Guest
5Exercise

Quiet and calm - perfect Little spot to work on my wonky shoulder :)

4 months ago
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Katherine

5Friend hangout

Beautiful view and super fast response

4 months ago
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Amelia

5Exercise

Beautiful location!

4 months ago
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Vincent

5Friend hangout

Great relaxing jacuzzi experience! Just was caught off guard by the guard dog 🐶 (but he’s super friendly) will definitely return …

5 months ago
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Hosted by Alex

Hosting since Feb 2024

16 reviews

Inventor, entrepreneur, songwriter, author, scientist and globetrotter. I can help you out in English, Spanish, German or French.

Response time: Within an hour

Things to know

House rules

Loud music

Third-party vendors

Alcohol

Smoking

Parties

Additional rules

Drinking is allowed but the presence of anybody intoxicated will void the rental and forfeit the rental fees.

Accessibility

Host says space is ADA friendly

Pool is on same level as street with flat access.

Space privacy

Extremely Private

Your own space, secluded from neighbors and the main residence.

Safety & Security

Security cameras

Security camera/recording device in sight of the pool.

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