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Luxe straw bale home on 3+ acres, 20 min to dntwn!

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Interior

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Tucson Studios
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxe straw bale home on 3+ acres, 20 min to dntwn!

Welcome to our beloved, one-of-a-kind retreat nestled on the west side of town in the Tucson Mountains.

If serenity and escape are what you're looking for - you've found the perfect spot! And with amazing proximity to downtown, this quiet 3.75 acre property is a gorgeous and peaceful home away from home that you relish after a day working or exploring.

Main house can sleep up to 6 guests
Of note: 2 additional guests can be accommodated by booking via our sister listing which includes the guest house!

*This house is situated off of a private dirt road.
(Access and clearance have never posed issues in the past).

Please note that while the property is secluded, the valley carries sound to neighboring estates. We ask that you keep outdoor noise to a reasonable and mindful volume for your entire stay with emphasis on nighttime quiet hours 10 PM - 7 AM.

Standout features include:

*Designed by architect Paul Weiner of DesignBuild Collaborative

*Nature lover's dream-come-true located between Saguaro National Park West & Sweetwater Preserve. 1.1 miles easy walk from the house into 880 acres of spectacular hiking and mountain biking.

*Ample covered porch area with hammock, sun loungers, daybed - catch an unforgettable Arizona sunset in peaceful comfort!

*Wood burning stove within the picturesque beehive fireplace

*Chefs kitchen with everything you need to prepare any meal

*Vaulted ceilings in the open-concept living space with generous seating and surfaces; this home is GREAT for family gatherings or work retreats!

*Gorgeous native plants and trees, and many herbs around the structures

*3.75 acres of Sonoran wildlife immediately surrounding the house

*Thoughtfully furnished by an award-winning interior designer - all furnishings and inventory beautiful and brand new featuring Citizenry linens and a state-of-the-art kitchen and oversized pantry.


Additional House Info:
*Trash cans get wheeled to the end of driveway for Thursday morning pickup. Please leave any recycling for the cleaning crew to dispose of off-site.

Check Out Instructions:
Throw trash away.
Turn things off. Log out of any TV apps.
Lock up.

Linens can stay on the beds.
Please run a final dishwasher load.

Additional Rules:
Maintaining upstanding rapport with our neighbors is our goal! Speed limits must be adhered to as you approach and depart the house, and we ask that you are mindful of noise levels when outdoors.

Absolutely no unauthorized gatherings! Guests outside of the booking require written consent from hosts.

No fireworks or explosives of any kind!

Shooting is strictly prohibited on this property!

No commercial filming or photography allowed on property.

If something is broken or damaged during your stay, we understand that life happens, but please let us know!

Roadrunner Property Care is just a message/text/call away!
Directions:

Google Maps will accurately get you to the property.

From Silverbell Rd head southeast on W Sweetwater Dr- 2.7 Miles

(The last 3 turns are marked with solar blue glass globes)

Turn right onto(paved) W Longhope Ln
This is where the pavement ends for W Sweetwater Dr

Quick left to continue on W Longhope Ln (unpaved now)

Continue on unpaved W Longhope Ln to:
6510 W Banded Gecko
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Sweetwater Preserve. Features include laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 12 minutes by car from Silverbell Golf Course and 13 minutes from Christopher Columbus Park
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
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.