Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown

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Birds sit comfortably on spiny saguaro (picture from porch.)

Cactus wren on saguaro (seen from porch)

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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Washer
Dryer
Fireplace
Pool

Explore the area

Tucson, AZ

Starr Pass Golf Club
‪9 min drive‬
Tucson Convention Center
‪9 min drive‬
University of Arizona
‪10 min drive‬
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Convertible bedroom Full couch, desk, and bed

1 Double Bed

First Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Relax by the Private Pool!
Secluded, yet close to town: Unique 4 BR home is nestled on 1/2 acre+ of natural desert in the W Tucson Mtn foothills

-Lush oasis-like garden
-Let tensions dissolve in the Hot tub
-City lights & mountain views
-3 patios
-BBQ, covered deck
- Fast access: 6 min to I-10 Gem show sites, 10 min to Downtown
- Solar heated pool (swimmable Mid-March-Oct)

Our renovated mid-century adobe is a peaceful retreat for families and friends with a fully stocked kitchen!

More than just a house, this private property with lush outdoor enclosed garden is a retreat from the every day and perfect for intimate indoor/outdoor family get togethers.

Classic Tucson 50's Burnt-adobe house has beamed ceilings, concrete floors and exposed brick walls! Kitchen is updated with custom hardwood cabinets, granite countertops, bar sink and smooth top stove. House is stylishly outfitted with original art and AZ nature photos.
**New** Fire pit for outdoor evenings.

Kids (or the young at heart) will love the secret bedroom hidden behind a book case, and adults will enjoy the large Master bedroom with French doors opening to a view of the sparkling pool. The Covered deck has views of desert, mountains and city lights!

- Comfortable beds with premium cotton linens.
- Side and back yards are fully fenced and enclosed for your safety and privacy .
- We love to cook and provide a well-stocked kitchen.
- We welcome well-behaved pets!

Note that since we have opened the house, we have added: Upgraded 70" tv in living room and 55" TV in the Master bedroom , a 6 person hot tub, solar pool heat, a hammock in the garden and a fire table on the deck. Pool solar heat is typically warm Mid-March through October.

- We ask that you not have more than 10 people on property or 2 visitors beyond those staying overnight without checking with us first.
- Due to Covid we have added enhanced cleaning.

- a warning to city dweller visitors: The house is close to nature and the desert which we share with creatures large and small. Besides birds and rabbits, there are many insects, and occasionally guests encounter animals which are interesting to see at a distance but not "friendly" up close such as bobcats, coyotes, snakes and scorpions. We encourage guests to watch their step when you go walking through the nearby desert.. And especially keep an eye on small dogs and young children

Property manager

shanna leonard

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Let us know in advance if bringing young children

Events

No events allowed

No big, loud parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Extra charge for more than 1 pet. Please notify us

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

SMOKING ONLY ON OUTSIDE PATIO. NO SMOKING IN HOUSE

Absolutely no big or loud parties, with excessive drinking or illegal substances permitted. No smoking of any kind inside house.

10 or fewer people on property. Please clear with owner about the number of guests visiting in advance if you need more.

Guests must provide drivers license and/or fill out a renters background check on request.

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

Note from host: No big, loud parties

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Saguaro Miraflores, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. Saguaro National Park and Sweetwater Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pima Air and Space Museum and International Wildlife Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Tucson Indoor Sports Center, or check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

Starr Pass Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
Tucson Convention Center - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
Rialto Theatre - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
University of Arizona - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Tucson Mall - 13 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

Tucson Station - 15 min drive
Tohono Transit Center - 23 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Signature Grill at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa - ‬9 min drive
‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
‪Daisy Mae's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Desert Retreat w/ Hot Tub,Garden, 4 Br, Privacy, 10 mins Downtown located?

This family-friendly Tucson holiday home is located in Saguaro Miraflores, within 3 mi (5 km) of Greasewood Park, International Wildlife Museum and Berger Performing Arts Center. Tucson Indoor Sports Center and Shonto Trading Post are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

27 March 2025

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

Fun style

Fun style for vacation home. Keep in mind the pool isn’t heated depending on time of year (which we knew), but the hot tub was a nice touch. Cool views and good privacy. Not a fancy place but everything we needed was there and it was a good vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie o.

10 July 2021

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

Sweet, Functional, Comfortable House!

We had a great stay at this VRBO property. The house was perfect for our group of two couples and a dog. The outdoor area is amazing -- multiple different areas to hang out in, a pool, hot tub, swing, misters on the patio -- everything was so functional. We mostly hung out outside, but the inside was also very comfortable. The kitchen was well outfitted and organized and a very inviting place to cook. Overall, loved this place!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

13 June 2021

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

Hidden Oasis in the Foothills

This property has it all! It’s spacious, family friendly and located close to major highways. The accommodations were perfect for our group of 7. Each adult required their own bed and Shanna made it happen. She’s such a wonderful host! She had an assortment of snacks and drinks for us upon arrival. We loved the many common spaces and, enjoyed watching the wild life around the property. We were there doing humanitarian aid around southern Tucson and the house was located just a few minutes from Humane Borders headquarters and major highways. If we needed anything Shanna was readily available. The pool was great, the spa was always the perfect temperature! She had cards, board games, art supplies and tons of great books to read. You can’t go wrong! We would stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mel V.

4 June 2021

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

Excellent property.

The property was well stocked as well as a perfect layout for a family. We enjoyed the pool and quiet Neigjborhois. We would stay again. Shanna is an excellent host.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

8 May 2021

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

Selah! Peaceful, fun Vacay

Shanna was very easy to communicate with and very accommodating. The home is comfortable, very well appointed and Shanna is a very thoughtful host. It is private, secure and in a beautiful location.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

15 February 2021

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

Really neat place!

Great sitting/conversation spots inside and outside. Older home with lots of character that is nicely remodeled and has tons of unique features. High quality linens, pots, pans, spices, cooking tools, BBQ grill etc. If you like to cook you will love staying here. Overall, a great experience and would stay again for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

25 January 2021

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

Wonderful house, great location and beautiful views

This house was perfect for our travels with 3 kids and 2 dogs! Shanna was an amazing host. The house was full of character and Shanna made sure it was stocked with everything you could possibly need. Our kids were in distance learning and my husband and I worked during our stay. There was plenty of space and internet capacity for us all, not to mentioned a well stocked art supply bin that came in handy for some school projects! We also felt completely safe here during COVID. The few times the owners stopped by to check on the spa and do maintenance, everyone masked up and respected social distancing. We made most of our meals at the house and the kitchen was well stocked, not only with cooking utensils, but also some fun spices and other staples. Our kids were motivated to make some fresh squeezed lemonade using the juicer and I think the coffee was some of the best I've had - I may need to purchase a Coffee Ninja soon! We enjoyed the spa, gardens and all of the outdoor space, not to mention the amazing views of the mountains. We also were treated to some javelinas strolling through the wildlife path that crosses the property. The fenced in yard was great for the dogs and the neighborhood was very "dog walking" friendly. There are several great hikes nearby. We took in the sunset at Gates Pass several evenings and hiked Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon as well as many smaller trails. Overall, a wonderful place to stay and we hope to return!

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by shanna leonard

We grew up in Tucson, not far from this house and love the desert.

Why they chose this property

We love this location and neigborhood for its quiet atmosphere, natural undisturbed desert areas, It has close 10 minute proximity to mountains and hiking and downtown restaurants and nightlife.

What makes this property unique

The house is a classic tucson burnt adobe house and has not been done in the black/brown/white monotone style popular now, but has a classic southwestern feel. The renovations have kept that style. it feels like you are nestled away

Languages:

English, French

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Convertible bedroom Full couch, desk, and bed

First Queen bedroom

Living Room 1

Master bedroom

Second Queen bedroom

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Master bath

Spaces

About this property