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A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 233.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Phoenix, AZ
  • Happy Valley Towne Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Dining Area

About this property

A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills.

This one bedroom, one bath Casita is ideally located close to all the Phoenix area amenities, yet is in a rural neighborhood surrounded by other horses properties. Set on a 7.5 acre parcel, the Casita is part of a working horse training facility that includes a roping arena, horse stalls available for a fee. There is also a 3 bed 3 bath house available for rent on the same property. You can bring your own horses to board(contact owner for price and availability) or just come to enjoy all the other surrounding activities that are close by. Situated close to the town of Cave Creek, the Casita is within waking distance of the Maricopa Trail and Sonoran Preserve. It is minutes away from the Ben Avery Shooting Range, Lake Pleasant, numerous great golf courses and North Scottsdale. Whether you come to greater Phoenix area for horse events, golfing, hiking, “The Barrett Jackson”, “Phoenix Open”, spring training games, shopping or ATV/UTV riding, you’ll find this Casita convenient to all these attractions. It is also convenient to great restaurants and entertainment.

If your into the Roping and Barrel Racing events that go on all winter in Phoenix, we are located near several Arenas, Dynamite Arena is only 15 Min away, Town of Wickenburg is only 45 min away and has several Roping arenas and Barrel races going all winter! Morris Town is 40 Min away for a couple Roping Arenas. Buckeye Arena in Buckeye AZ is only a 45 min drive from this house! And so much more!

The Casita is furnished with a queen size bed, couch, microwave, small refrigerator, coffee pot, utensils and small BBQ grill outside. It has a TV and air conditioning. A small patio with table and chairs gives a nice outdoor feel. Lots of natural desert vegetation, including saguaros, palo verdes and mesquites, surround the Casita, providing a private setting.

Check out our other listing if you think you want a bigger house, listing number 1460464

Property manager

Sandy Rieser
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenix

Located in Phoenix, this apartment is in a rural area. Happy Valley Towne Centre and Desert Ridge Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cave Creek Regional Park and Tonto National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Anthem Community Center or Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

  • Boulders Golf Club - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Happy Valley Towne Centre - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Desert Ridge Marketplace - 23 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 27 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Encanto Dos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hot Bagels and Deli - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A couples retreat, hiking trails, horse boarding available, Desert Hills. located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Desert Hills Trailhead and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pioneer Living History Museum and Cave Creek Regional Park. Sonoran Preserve -Desert Vista Trailhead and Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 77 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Wonderful place to get rest!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Cozy cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Casita

This is one of the best verbos we have ever stayed at. 10/10. A nice area and not far from Phoenix. It was clean and a lovely place and perfect size for us. Great hosts. Had no issues whatsoever and its easy to find. If we ever go back to this area we will be staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect place for peace and relaxation!

Check in was wonderful and a perfect place to call home away from home. Sandy was excellent and so friendly. I loved staying here. The horses were so nice to go see every morning. The location of this home was perfect for your morning coffee to watch the sunrise. I would defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and quiet under desert skies

The casita was perfect for us. We really appreciated how welcome we felt. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The peace and quiet of the countryside was so relaxing after long days of work at the shooting match at Ben Avery.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita stay

This is a really nice and cozy retreat in a quiet country atmosphere.Just what we were looking for on our vacation.We'll be back next year.Thanks Sandy for dealing with a couple of issues! Pam and Rich
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Just Right

Quite, Out of the way. Great location for work. Look forward to booking again if available.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome VRBO. Highly Recommend

Very beautiful, quiet and clean. Easy access and great location. Will be back to stay again next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, Comfortable, and Relaxing

This was our second time staying at this casita. It is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. We enjoyed walking around the property and visiting the horses every morning and afternoon. We were welcomed with a lovely package of wine and snacks upon arrival. The hosts are welcoming, responsive, and always helpful. The location is peaceful but also within a short driving distance to good restaurants, coffee shops, stores. Getting to local attractions, including places in Central Phoenix (e.g., Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, Melrose District) was also easy and smooth. We really love this spot and look forward to returning again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Couldn’t have been any better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen Duff

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for a base camp, to explore the Cave Creek area, with comfy bed and couch plus a full bath. Surrounded by ranch properties and natural landscape it’s a nice place to relax after your hike or ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Denver, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful time would stay again

Great room will come back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

The property is easy to find and right in the midst of a working horse ranch. The Casita was clean, well appointed and ready to call "home" for the weekend. Was met by one of the folks on property as well the small dog everyone raves about. Witnessed some roping practice from the outdoor seating area. The dog definitely has the upper hand on the cattle! Everything you need for a wonderful get-a-way.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We really loved the place. It was our first time there and we would love to come back there.

It was very clean. They had fruit, wine,cheese and cracker and water and coffee there for us. Love the little house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

We stayed for a week over Thanksgiving. It's a great location and very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Little Getaway

The casita was exactly what I needed for the weekend. It's comfortable and a nice getaway from the city. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reece J., Orange, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great! Quiet!

Awesome place . Super quiet. Comfortable bed. Great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

I had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Comfortable and cozy. Great location. Definitely will stay again next trip to Phoenix.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet setting

Exactly as advertised peaceful and quiet nice room with everything you needed for a short stay loved the horses and their dog Marley who greeted us most days Close to the unique town of Cave Creek lots of great shops and restaurants.Sandy and Steve were wonderful hosts and always available when needed
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couple get away

Out of the way yet close to carefree highway. Horse property, so you have that country feeling. Amazingly quiet considering how close highway is.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy warm place to stay

Very nice mini home, set up much like a studio apartment. Very warm and inviting, host has excellant communication.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Mary Kate H., Hartland, WI - USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita

Just needed a place to lay my head at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, clean, and quiet

This casita suited our needs just fine. It feels like the country but it’s close to all the city amenities. Sandy and Steve are wonderful hosts!
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and private. Lots of horse paddocks and I think I heard a donkey or two! Nice owners who left me with several contact numbers - always helpful - but everything was fine. Lovely patio too.

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Rieser

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Steve and Sandy are from Colorado, but have been wintering on this property for over 25 years. They love the outdoors, and love to be on their horses any chance they get. They know the area very well and can give insight on where to go, where to eat, and where to just get away! They are also love to travel, they know what to expect when traveling and "VRBOing". They are very open to communicate about your upcoming trip, feel free to reach out!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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