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The heart of the desert with amazing views and hiking trails right outside!

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Smart TV, ping pong, books
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a built-in refrigerator.
Smart TV, ping pong, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Christopher Columbus Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Silverbell Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sweetwater Preserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪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.

The heart of the desert with amazing views and hiking trails right outside!

The perfect house for a big group or a solo trip with excellent views. It is centrally located to offer easy access to downtown (17 minutes), hiking trails (right outside), biking trails (7 minutes), Desert Museum (20 minutes), Colossal Cave (44 minutes), Airport (25 minutes), and San Xavier del Bac Mission (23 minutes), to name a few. There are several bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms to accommodate up to 10 people.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Christopher Columbus Park. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from Saguaro National Park and 13 minutes from University of Arizona
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming 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.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Table tennis

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

  • Unit size: 2,550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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.

The heart of the desert with amazing views and hiking trails right outside! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mayen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean place with amazing hosts ! Everything u need is there
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy check in and out. House was clean and very spacious. Loved drinking my coffee out in the patio with an amazing view in the morning. Had some wildlife walk through at night which I loved. Overall, a very good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful setting!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated, with wonderful deck and private yard, close to trails. So relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very welcoming and seemed anxious to make sure we were happy.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huge clean space , the view was breathtaking during the day and also at night ! Rooms , kitchen all pristine . All your needs will be there. Hosts are super nice , friendly and communication was prompt. We are coming back again in December !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is well cared for and clean. It is spacious and has lovely views. The host is very responsive and check in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location.

The house is situated in the hills above Tucson with a great view of the distant city. The location is very quiet, and taking a morning or evening walk is a great way to start or wind down the day. The house has large rooms with plenty of windows and natural light. Getting to see a bright, orange full moon rise over Tucson was a real treat. A wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Outside of Town Seclusion

This lovely older home has many upgrades but the location is what attracted us. Being just outside of town, but away from crowded neighborhoods and hotels was great. Plenty of room to spread out and everything you could need in the kitchen. The table tennis set up was a nice break from the tourism and made for a great family championship! Communication was excellent and we were allowed early check-in, which, unfortunately was not used due to our flight being 14 hours late. Wish we'd had more time to enjoy the house but had to prioritize the activities we had planned. We loved the screened porch area just off of the main bedroom. Also appreciated the printed house information and restaurant recommendations. Overall, we'd be happy to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The property was clean and well appointed and in a very quiet , peaceful setting. Would definitely stay again if we come back to Tucson.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan R., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

We had a blast exploring the nearby wash during the day and soaking up the amazing views at night. Ping pong was lots of fun too! My kids are already asking when we can go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin V.

Liked: Cleanliness

All the views

Very clean and a very nicely decorated. There’s a lot of cool places to explore nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Tucson gem

We loved the scenic views of the mountains in the distance. The property was in a quiet neighborhood just outside the city traffic. It is large enough for families of any size. It’s rustic setting was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem

This house is an absolute gem, tucked away northwest of the heart of the city. The property owner communicated early and often, and was quick to offer any help -- though things were so wonderfully straightforward that we didn't require any. Every need we had was already met, and the very large living area was wonderful for catching up and relaxing after a day on the trail.Because the nature of this area is beautifully remote, the roads to get here are unpaved and maps do not always indicate the best way in. Follow the property owner's advice and ignore your GPS. You will not need 4-wheel-drive or anything special, just take it nice and easy. Trust me, it will be worth the drive. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco D., Greenville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year’s getaway

The family loved the desert location, awesome views. Plenty of space. Beds are really comfortable in 3 of the 4 rooms. The futon in the 4th is not for everyone though. Good communication with owner and would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and secluded

Wonderful time with the family in an unusual but lovely home
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous view

Wow! What an amazing property!!! Phenomenal views from the back deck. This home has plenty of space to spread out and feel comfortable. Driving through the “Cactus forest” was also very cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great service from the host

Great communication from our host. She even allowed us to swing back by after we left some items after check out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great private getaway

I can honestly say Sarah is a fantastic host. She went above & beyond and answered all my questions, even brought in an Air fryer when I asked if house had one. The home is beautiful, clean and very private….no neighbors ! We are very pleased and hope to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra G., Dortmund, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in the desert

We loved the house, esp. the screened in porch with the amazing view!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025