Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything
Great place to stay when visiting Tucson/Oro Valley!
It has full Kitchen for cooking/BBQ ing and enjoying some peaceful downtime, plus the warm weather is fantastic.
Tons of parking - RVs are OK, small yard and doggie door for your furry friends (2 max).
Plenty of space for Bike storage inside.
Guest wing with only 1 Private entrance into a large living room with full sized pull out couch, (an additional Full size bed by request) and TV. Full Kitchen with dining area.1 Bedroom/bathroom with King size bed and large closet.
Backs to State park- you can hike from the backyard!
Charming patio/yard with mountain view, outdoor lights and seating with BBQ.
Laundry service available
Property manager
Ami Benson
Premier Host
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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 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 outdoor lighting
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Oro Valley
Located in Rancho Catalina, a neighbourhood in Oro Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or Rillito Park Horse Racetrack. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Oro Valley, AZ
What's nearby
Tohono Chul Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Tucson Mall - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
El Conquistador Golf Course - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
La Paloma Country Club - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
University of Arizona - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
Getting around
Tohono Transit Center - 10 min drive
Tucson Station - 20 min drive
Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Guadalajara Original Grill - 4 min drive
Eegee's - 3 min drive
Frost Gelato - 5 min drive
Sheraton El Conquistador - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sleeps 6 - Conveniently located on Oracle/Magee Close to Everything located?
Located in Rancho Catalina, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Oro Valley Aquatic Center and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tohono Chul Park. Catalina State Park and Catalina State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a short window for a trip & decided to check out Oro Valley. The place was the perfect size for the us, a cute cozy space where we enjoyed relaxing. Ami was great, & we followed her suggestion of visiting Catalina State Park where we enjoyed beautiful hiking trails. We had a wonderful time.
Place was perfect for the two of us. Bed very comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Nice neighborhood for walking. Beautiful sunsets from front of apt.
Wonderful location backing right up to the Catalina Mountains. Simple but perfectly functional facilities. Our host Ami was friendly, warm and very easy to reach. A backyard flock of layer chickens gave us a breakfast of the freshest eggs imaginable.
Ami made sure our stay was comfortable, and all our needs met. She quickly responded to any texts and, as she lives and works in the main house, she was usually there to take care of any requests. The casita is attached to the main house but excellent soundproofing negated any noise from either side. The bedroom was large with a large TV, bedside tables on both sides, and walk-in closet. The attached bathroom offered plenty of counter space. We stayed a month and were pleased that the kitchen had amble counter space for our bread-making machine and large Berkey water filter. The spacious living room had enough clear space for our exercise mat. The neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed many evening hot-tub dips which gazting at the stars. We plan to return next year for another month-long stay.
The guest house was perfect for my wife and our dog for our one week stay. Well appointed, had everything we needed. Nice little fenced in area to lounge outside with the dog and great views. Loved the location, pretty secluded but close to everything on Oracle. Will stay again.
We were in town for a swim meet! This place had enough room for my boys to rest and relax in between sessions! The view was awesome. Communication with Ami was fantastic as well. We hope to stay again when we go back to Oro valley!
Tucked away next to the mountain. Fully stocked with condiments, coffee, tea. Convenient to Oro Valley Hospital where I was visiting my husband who was a patient there.
The stay was awesome and perfect for what we were looking for! We did a temporary stay for over a week and it was close by many restaurants, gas station, grocery stores like Trader Joe’s! Our dogs, kids, and adults had a great stay! It was quiet and we got to see chickens every morning which was a plus. Ami was very communicative and gave us access to her pool and yard if we needed!
Cassandra M.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
Nancy C.
25 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not what it seems
When I saw the photos online, I was given the impression we were staying at a house with a fenced-in backyard with a pool. Not quite. We were in an attached apartment to said house, which was occupied by no less than three adults and two large, less-than-friendly dogs at the time; there would be no use of the pool or yard. Being from Phoenix, I expected the house to have central air. Nope. There were three very loud wall-mounted cooling units, which really didn't keep the rental uniformly cool. This is a pet-friendly rental, so I was concerned when I noticed the carpet when we arrived. It smelled like bleach when we arrived, but by the next day, that smell had been replaced by a dirty animal funk. This prevented us from sleeping in the front room when we discovered the king-size bed in the only bedroom was as hard as a rock, and neither of us slept at all the first night. Also, the maximum number of people this could sleep would be five unless you have a third person in the bed or someone sleeps on couch cushions on the floor. As it is there is only a king-sized bed and a twin bed, but there are couches. The area was very convenient for our needs, but we were miserable the whole time.
2nd visit! Awesome scenery & location. Pool was wonderful on hot days for both human and dogs. Had everything I needed... from kitchen to bathroom necessities. And did I say the location was perfection? 1 hour to Madera Canyon, 30 minutes to zoo, 20 minutes to Sonoran museum, 7 minutes to Tohono Chul Desert Botanical Gardens and 12 minutes to Catalina State Park. Lots of restaurants with a myriad of cuisine nearby. Perfect dog friendly get-a-way!
Doggie Haven!! Great location: close to stores, Tucson City proper, Zoo, Catalina State Park, Sabina Canyon, Tounono Desert Botanical Gardens and much more -- Madera Canyon, etc. only an hour or so away. Then after hiking, sight seeing or shopping bring dinner "home" or grill on the property and relax with a swim in the pool!! My dogs are "howling" to go back already!!
The property had all the things we needed to do our whirlwind trip to Tucson area. Including the right number of beds for our group. The washer/dryer came in handy too when we needed to clean a couple of things during our stay! Great Location for exploring Oro Valley and Catalina State Park. Absolutely gorgeous views and the owners Dogs were so sweet!
Convenient to have a pool on property available for use, with our dog allowed pool-side. Note, the hot tub required advance communication to warm up- we only used once.
Note, the washer/drier is an all-in-one (I'm not familiar with those), and had better luck air drying clothing vs. using the drying function.
Ami was available for anything we would have needed, but didn't need to contact too much!
This property was absolutely perfect for our large family and pets!
We were a little worried about other dogs on the property because one of our dogs is an agressive barker around other dogs, but there was a secure fence and separate sitting area for the rental, and the dogs never had to interact.
Like others have mentioned, the wash next to the house was perfect for walking the dogs and taking in the natural habitat.
The house was comfortable, nicely decorated, but not pretentious to the point that I worried about the kids touching things. The kitchen had all the supplies we could have needed.
We used to have chickens and it was such a delight to hear the "ladies" chit chatting.
My only drawback was a little confusion about check in and check out procedures, but the host was very reaponsive.
This was my husband's first experience with a VRBO vs hotel and he was skeptical, but he is converted now!
My parents live in Tucson and we will 100% use this property again!
The house has hiking trails through a wash right next to it. It was fantastic for taking the dogs out every morning and evening. The paved road was also good for casual strolls around the neighborhood. Very close and convenient to shopping. Yard was smaller than we expected, but the hiking right out the door made up for it.
Spent my granddaughter’s spring break enjoying the amazing views while hiking, exploring the neighborhood, and creating fun memories. We’re able to rest comfortably at night!
We enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay there again.
Accommodating host that is quick to respond.
Stephen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Ami Benson
I am originally from Tucson but lived in Southern California for 30 years.
I came back to Tucson to be close to family, however, I realized how much I love it here once I saw the Sunsets and Monsoons again. There are so many fun things to do in this area and so many friendly people.
I am a local Realtor with Long Realty and love anything to do with houses, remodels and decor. I also love anything outside - golf, hiking, swimming - the weather here supports a lot of year round activities.
If you are thinking to come visit Tucson/Oro Valley, I am more than happy to help recommend good places to go see during your stay!
Why they chose this property
Location, Location, Location - we are close to most everything yet still in a quiet residential area.
What makes this property unique
Full Kitchen access to pool and hot tub. Close to trails and off the beaten path.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests