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Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ

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Exterior
Pond behind the main house.
Exterior
Front entry
Driveway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16650.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Tubac, AZ
  • Tubac Golf Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tubac Center of the Arts
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Nogales, AZ (OLS-Nogales Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ

The Historic Shankle Ranch, including an airstrip and hanger for their Stearman J-5 and Lockheed Sirus, was built in 1930 by Dutch & Joan Shankle, both prominent national aviators and in the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame. While the airstrip, hanger, and planes are gone, what remains is a serene, beautiful, gated historic ranch home with gorgeous views of Mt. Wrightston, hiking and birding along the Santa Cruz River, minutes from spas, golf, tennis, and the Historic Village of Tubac, AZ “Where Art & History Meet", and 2021 and 2022 winner of USA Today 10Best "Best Small Town Arts Scene". Tubac offers numerous art galleries, quaint shops, fantastic restaurants, live music, and an opportunity to explore the history of Southern Arizona at the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and the Tumacacori National Historic Park. Tubac, AZ is truly the greatest hidden gem in the Southwest!

Also on property is the Tubac Treehouse and the Tubac Bunkhouse which is also available for rent.

Property manager

Historic Shankle Ranch, LLC

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Monitor children at all times.
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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
Due to possible wildlife on the property, please keep all doors and gates closed.
Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep noise down, especially after 8:00 pm.
Please do not disturb the vacationers/residents in the other buildings on property. If you need assistance, please contact one of us.

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
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

About the area

Tubac

Located in Tubac, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Out of the Way Galleria and Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tubac Golf Resort and Canoa Ranch Golf Club. Jane's Attic and Whipple Observatory Visitors Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tubac, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tubac Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • La Entrada de Tubac - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Tubac Center of the Arts - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Galleria Tubac - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Tubac Presidio State Historic Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Longhorn Grill and Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Melio's Trattoria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stables Ranch Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wisdom's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Soto's Outpost Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Shankle Ranch in Tubac, AZ located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tubac Golf Resort, Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Clay Hands Gallery & Studio. Cobalt Fine Arts Gallery and Tubac Center of the Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey O.

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

Annual Girls trip

Great place! This is our 2nd year staying and we love it!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

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

Picturesque Tranquility

Our group has gathered at Shankle Ranch a number of times now, because it is amazing. It's difficult to put the gracious, gentle, relaxed beauty of the place into words. The hosts, Sherry and Sarah, are the epitome of genuine kindness and hospitality, and the land, sky, and guest ranch itself are absolutely gorgeous. It is a healing place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Amazing Place

We were looking for a place to bring in family for our mom's 80th birthday. We wanted something with character and more than just a house. This ranch has history and charm and is the perfect place to get away, relax and explore. Sherry and Sarah are great hosts and they take great pride in their property. This isn't just a rental to them, it is a place they love and want to share the history and experience with everyone that stays there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Family birthday celebration

The Historic Shankle Ranch house is awesome. It has great character and worked very well for our family group (12 persons total) in celebrating multiple birthdays. We enjoyed the country-type setting, the spacious living room, very nice areas outside, and the fireplaces (with firewood included). The host was very easy to work with. We enjoyed our stay immensely and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Family Christmas vacation.

Great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Retreat

Host met us at the property and gave us a full tour. Property lacks nothing. Great retreat for the family while attending a wedding celebration in Tubac. Views are stunning. We saw deer and a bobcat! My favorite memory will be early morning sitting in the great room with the fireplace roaring, a good book and a hot cup of coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

50th Wedding Anniversary

The ranch was absolutely perfect. The family was able to all stay together; enjoying the setting, history and amazing weather. Had fun counting doors!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Almost Heaven

We have stayed at many properties over the past 20 years and this is by far the very best. Thank you so much for making our family reunion the best. Wonderfully equipped kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Family fathering

It’s a very unique property with an interesting history. It is a great rental for a large family gathering. Lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Stunning!

We rented the Shankle Ranch property for our wedding weekend, hosting only close family and friends. The property was a perfect home base, close to the venue Agua Linda Farm and Tubac shops & restaurants. Everything you could possibly need for a relaxing getaway was included and the hosts were friendly and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Tubac Family Vacay

This property is SO special! We loved every minute of our time there. The owner was wonderful and took time to tell us about the property. We walked around the large ranch with a pond and enjoyed the pool and hot tub, watched the sunrise over the mountains. There was a deer and her 2 fawns that would visit each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

There aren’t enough words!

We were in Tubac for several days to celebrate the 70th birthday of my husband and his twin sister, who lives nearby. We needed a place for our family to gather (our 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren, so 8 adults and 3 young kiddos) that would provide ample space, proximity to the other twin and her gang, proximity to the local activities, and some fun on-site amenities. Well, all boxes were checked off, and so many glowing words could describe the Shankle Ranch, but the most-encompassing one, for us, is PERFECT on all fronts. From the idyllic and stunning setting (the site photos are lovely but the place is even more beautiful "in person") to the expansive indoor spaces to the ideal-for-all pool to the magic that is felt once going through the gates, we could not have been happier. We have all left with memories to cherish. Among them, our grandchildren will certainly be talking about feeding the ducks and orphaned calves for a long time! In summary, the ranch was, hands down, the best property for our family to hold our very important celebration together. And on the logistics side of things, our communications with both Sarah and Sherry were excellent. Such a pleasure. We will return...maybe for the 75th, if not before!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selfistry T.

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

Fabulous Place

What a fabulously beautiful and fun place to stay. The pool, the grounds, the bedrooms, the furniture, the hot tub... everything about it made it feel like a dream oasis for our girlfriend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Wedding ✅

We had an incredible experience staying here and hosted a beautiful reception dinner for our wedding. We couldn’t be happier with Sarah and Sherry - this place is deeply beautiful, with history and gorgeous furnishings. Couldn’t recommend it more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Perfect Family Retreat

Extraordinary property with everything you can imagine!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH B.

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

Family Reunion

This was the perfect property for our family reunion. The ranch has so many bedrooms and so much space. Everyone was able to spread out and find their quiet time too. The workout room downstairs was a real bonus. The outdoor area is beautiful and amazing for walking and relaxing. The pool was great. This is a real gem in the heart of magical Tubac.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabien F.

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

Wedding weekend

We book Shankle Ranch during our wedding weekend! It was the most perfect spot to be before and after our wedding with friends and family! The house truly stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

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

Class for treatment of trauma …mind, Body, Spirit

From beginning to end this beautiful property and Ranch house supported us in doing deep healing. The amenities were fabulous. Each person had an incredible experience made possible by this beautiful property from walks outside to the pond mindfulness walks, dipping our feet in the pool to cool off and relax, it was amazing. The owner was available and met all of our needs perfectly. I love the historic Shankle Ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey O.

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

Love this place!

What a perfect place for our annual girls trip to Tubac! We'll be back next year. This place was wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great for family!

Gorgeous secluded property big enough for the entire family! Tons of extra linens. Close to Tubac shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Girls trip

Every year we go on a girls trip, this year there were 7 women all retired and live in same neighborhood, we planned it around the Tubac fair. It exceeded our expectations, it was so beautiful, we all had our own bedroom! Everything was wonderful, the furnishing are so beautiful, I give it 5+++stars all around!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

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

Incredible

We rented the main Ranch House as part of a large group gathering that occupied all three dwelling units at Shankle Ranch for a few days. I feel like words fail a bit to communicate the peace, beauty, and graciousness of this special place. If it's possible to feel taken care of by a house... by a place... this place does that. This, beautiful, old, elegant guest ranch offers a perfect balance of solitude and spaces for warm community... luxury and simplicity... grandeur and humbleness. It is really amazing. Hosts are the kindest, most gracious people. Near the wonderful village of Tubac, but absolutely surrounded by the peace of endless nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacque S.

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

Christmas getaway

This is our 2nd time at the property and we had just as much fun as the prior year. The property is beautiful and spacious and the owners had the house decorated for us for the Christmas holiday. We had a wonderful time playing games in the big backyard while also enjoying the living/dining room area and it's fireplace. Great time for all!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat A.

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

Great property!

Great property, views, walking/hiking! Hosts were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

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

Second Stay at this Amazing Property

Love this place, provides sufficient space indoors and out for a large family. The home is perfectly clean and well equipped with all you can need. After an amazing stay last year we chose to come back and truly enjoyed our time here. Host are responsive and clear with check in instructions!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Historic Shankle Ranch, LLC

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We are Tubaquenos, with a love of sharing the beauty of Southern Arizona.

Why they chose this property

The Historic Shankle Ranch is the perfect escape from the city. Hike along the private trail to the north flowing Santa Cruz River, enjoy birding at our gorgeous pond, count stars in the courtyard, and enjoy the views of Mt. Wrightston from the pool and jacuzzi. Gated, private, and serene.

What makes this property unique

Perfect for large families, romantic getaways, and retreats, the Historic Shankle Ranch offers modern conveniences without losing any of the charm of a 1930s historic ranch home.

Languages:

English
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