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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 444 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Tucson, AZ
  • Tucson Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Reid Park Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪18 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.

One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A

Super Cute 1 Bedroom Casita is in a great Neighborhood in the Heart of Tucson just 2.5 miles to U of A. So Whether your coming to visit your kids at the U of A or Escaping the Winter Elements, We are certain that you will enjoy your stay in our Tastefully Remodeled 1950's Casita . You will love the serenity, the location and the convenience ---it is close to everything worth seeing and doing in Tucson.


CLEANING.

We have gone Beyond Covid -19 protocol !! We use both a product called In-Cide ( sold at Home Depot ) as well as wipe everything down with a hospital cradle sanitizing agent that kills Covid 19 and other known viruses in 10 minutes after contact. We’ve changed our checkin time to 4 pm and the place is aired out for hrs before cleaner even goes in. Everything is washed in the hottest longest cycle the washer! We’ve had no issues at all. We provide hand sanitizer and antibacterial soap as well for all our properties.

We feel certain that we are providing a safe place for our guests to stay and have received the same feedback from guests

Here's a link to all our listings - All of which are all within a block away From each other and all very nice.




GETTING AROUND :

Only a few blocks away from the largest park in Tucson ( Reid Park), Reid Park Zoo, the driving range and golf course, as well as just a few minutes from downtown and of course the University of Arizona. Public transportation is close as well as a cute little neighborhood park is right around the corner. If you have a chance, take a walk ( or bike ride ) around the Peter Howell neighborhood we are a part of and enjoy all the beautiful homes. (It is a very lovely neighborhood). Everything has been updated, from kitchen to decor with modern amenities, while still maintaining the charm of a Southwest Casita. New Heating and Air Conditioning along with Tile throughout. In addition to that is free wifi, washer/ drye, satellite Tv, off street parking for 2 cars covered parking ( upon request for 1 ) even space for an RV if you need it!!

BEDROOM -

Has New Full sized bed + Linens, chest of drawers and Standard closet and it's own entry from carport through the private back yard.


COMMON AREA / LIVING ROOM -


Has new Queen Sized Copenhagen sofa bed ( Xtra Comfy ). There's also 2 cots available if that's preferred. Extra linens are available in the closet for both beds, along with extra pillows and comforters.


GUEST ACCESS-

Guest have access to the entire Casita, front porch, fully fenced in back yard, and carport for free off street covered parking for 1 vehicle ( upon request ). Plenty of space for an RV to park in front driveway.

AMENITIES:

Central A/C and Heat, kitchen, Refrigerator, Private Off Street Parking for RV and Car and Courtyard in Front of House, Free Wifi, washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, pots and pans, sheets & towels, silverware, toaster, microwave. And if you need anything else, just ask us !!

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS -

We live in the house next door and are available any time for questions. With that being said, we enjoy privacy when we travel, so unless you reach out to us with questions, we will happily leave you in peace to enjoy your stay. If you need us, we're happy to share our knowledge of the neighborhood and help you find whatever you need in Tucson.

Close to Everything Worth Doing In Tucson

- 3 Miles to the University of Arizona

- 3.5 Miles to Downtown Shopping, 4th Ave

- 1.0 mile to El Con Mall

- 1.5 Miles To Golf and Botanical Gardens

- 10 miles to Desert Museum

- 7 Miles to Sabino Canyon

See what our pasts guests are saying by reading some of the reviews !!!


***One last note ***


***Please note : ****
All travelers staying 30 days or longer are not subject to the transient lodging tax, and can expect a refund from VRBO after booking.

Warm Arizona Regards

Taylor & Yuko
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Tucson Botanical Gardens. You'll find features like a water park and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from University of Arizona and 9 minutes from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside 20 ft from doorway

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 475 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Put all soiled linens in the washing machine and start ( not the comforter and shams )
Gather up all trash, empty fridge and take two garbage
Sign guest book
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Empty fridge and Take out Trash. The Trash can is in alley behind casita -
Strip All dirty linens and towels ( not comforters ) and put in the bathroom
Sign guest book, take court trash, wash your Dishes a pick up any animals droppings :) and of course, return keys to lockbox. Leave a when you can

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet feef depends on breed, generally $60-150.00

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside 20 ft from doorway

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 117 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Clean & as described. Stayed multiple nights.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shereyl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prefect Spot

Property has all the amenities needed. Peaceful and quiet. Stores nearby and free busses. Backyard space was the on my shake.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good and Bad

The Good: convenient location, square footage adequate for one or two people, well-equipped kitchen, nicely decorated, fenced backyard that worked well for dogs, access to washer/dryer. The Bad: Had no TV for entire two week stay. I messaged owner on Day 2 and he appeared within an hour with new TV. I told him I didn't think the actual TV was the problem and explained the messages I was getting on the screen. He said he had gotten previous complaints about the TV and wanted to replace it. Still didn't work. I messaged second time. Then he put me on a call with Direct TV and I was instructed to reset the receiver. For a couple of hours, I was able to get live programs but no streaming. Next day it wasn't working again. I reset the receiver two more times to no avail. I told the owner directly that, based on messages the TV was giving me, the problem was the Direct TV equipment. He said he would be over the next day but never came back. I let him know as I was leaving that the TV still didn't work. He messaged back that I just didn't know how to work it! I'm pretty tech savvy. In addition to no TV, I found it difficult to sit outside on the patio in the mornings because of the very strong stench of marijuana being smoked somewhere close by (smelled like skunk). Bottom line - I could not use two of the amenities I paid for.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family visit

Place was great for our little weekend getaway. Had our family over for a couple visits/dinners and it worked great. Bed was a bit too soft and sort of sank in. The air vent in the ceiling did fall in the middle of the night during our stay. They came right over and repaired it the next morning.owners were very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

FRANK P., Rockville, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and Cozy but

It was clean and basically in good working order. Two items need addressing. The bed is most certainly not a queen size bed. My wife and I were uncomfortable with such a small bed. Also, directions for the television operation were nowhere to be found.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

A nice and clean little retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria S.

Cozy

Well stocked with the essentials. However the beds are not comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Pink Casita

The casita was just right for the two of us. We appreciated the backyard patio and enjoyed a peaceful breakfast out there. Taylor was great when we had a TV issue the last night of our stay. He came right over as soon as we called him. The only negative was the big step into the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Little House

I was visiting Tucson for a national dog event and brought my two small dogs with me. The house was perfect for us. I liked the back yard for early and late potty breaks in the dark.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

robyn k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful casita

It was a nice, clean and peaceful place to stay, met all of our needs . I highly recommend this Cassita ,nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value & location

We visited Tucson to celebrate my granddaughter's 21st birthday and stayed at the Casita. We had received information that the Casita had a queen size bed which turned out to be a full size bed, only about 80% as big as a queen. The full size mattress was also extremely soft and we tended to roll from the sides to the center which made sleeping the first night rather uncomfortable. The bed being too small for us, we decided to use the sofa bed for one of us, only to find out there were no linens available as advertised. We had to request them and when they finally came, they were in the original plastic wrapping which gave a distinctly unpleasant odor to them, so we had to wash them at my granddaughter's apartment before using them for the third night. We also received information that a washer and dryer were available; they weren’t. The best thing about the stay was the rear patio. We wound up getting takeout from our granddaughter's favorite restaurants and having leisurely quiet dinners on the patio every night which we thoroughly enjoyed. The Casita was very clean and convenient to the University area. We had no need to cook, but the kitchen was well equipped for meal preparation. We would certainly consider returning if we ever visit Tucson again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideally located casita

We came to visit Saguaro National Park and were very impressed with how the casita was very much in the city but still easy to get to the park. We were only five minutes away from a Walmart and restaurants too. We didn’t get to sit outside in the back due to pouring rain, but everything inside was just as we had hoped!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Central Tucson location

We came for UofA Homecoming. This central location allowed us to easily visit family on the E side, W side, join others for dinner in the NE, and be close to the University activities. The property far exceeded expectations while traveling with pets.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayden F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little casita

It was perfect for what it needed. A quick little turn around trip for a wedding :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie J., Peachtree City, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Location

Nice property with a well stocked kitchen and private backyard area. It is convenient to U of A and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda G., Blue Ridge

Run!

Worst stay ever! Bugs, crippling mattress and no TV! Host was not accommodating! Will never stay with Desert Air again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Traci D.

Not what advertised

We hate to complain, the hosts were very accommodating to our changes in dates but the property was average. There were dirty pans in the oven, the shower was clogged and there was no washer and dryer as stated in the amenities. We ran out of clothes. Also quite a few cockroaches, they nested in the door frame so chirped all night and day as well as in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Four night stay

Great place for a couple to stay for a few nights. Like the full kitchen and refrigerator. Excellent communication with the property owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy L.

Short stay

The property was adequate for my purpose. Unfortunately the reason for my visit wasn't fir fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small but nice

For a short stay for one or two people, this place is perfect. The private back yard was awesome for our dogs. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for single

I was in Tucson for a UofA event with my daughter. This was the perfect cottage for the weekend. It is well appointed and clean when I arrived. Taylor and Yuko are great hosts. Very responsive. I’d stay here again (we also booked the adjoining house for the family for graduation weekend).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Kept Secret In Tucson

We cant say enough about this little gem of a casita. Its so quiet, peaceful, and private. Its just the right size for 2 people. The back yard was perfect for a BBQ at home. It is walking distance from a CVS and McDonalds and just far enough from main roads that you cant hear the traffic. We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ms. Bettie

The casita was perfect for our needs. The accommodations were great for my elderly mother. The neighborhood was nice and safe. Wonderful little Casita with a wonderful host. I appreciated receiving the call from you regarding booking. Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Cozy

Casita was small but had everything you would need. The small backyard was great for my dog. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

kathleen P.

Garage size apartment

Location was good, cleanliness inside and out was average. Adequate space for 1-2 people as a base camp.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024