Large single story home with a spectacular view of Rio Rico valley. Over 2700 SQFT of living space with lots of amenities. 4 bed 2 bath with two large living areas. Tv's in every bedroom with streaming services. Front yard is fenced in, back yard is not. there is a lot of wild life in the area and come up to the back yard to get a drink of water from our fountain. Ring door bell and cameras on the outside of the house. Please no parties or reunions allowed. House is under constant renovation, some materials may be stored in the garage or on the driveway but rest assured it will have very little impact on your stay.
Property manager
Fernando
Languages
Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
NO PETS in the bedroom or on furniture. Extra fess
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No pets in bedroom or on furniture, one ottoman assigned for pets in the game room.
No smoking inside the home. $150.00 will apply for extra cleaning if rule is broken.
We live in the desert and no outdoor fires allowed.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Rio Rico
Located in Rio Rico, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mission San Cayetano de Calabazas and Tubac Presidio State Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tumacacori National Historical Park and Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Chili & Spice and Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like rock climbing and other activities like birdwatching.
Rio Rico, AZ
What's nearby
Tumacacori National Historical Park - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
Tubac Center of the Arts - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
Tubac Golf Resort - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
Getting around
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Nickel's Diner - 9 min drive
My Michoacana - 10 min drive
Wisdom's Cafe - 12 min drive
Restaurant La Bocanita - 10 min drive
Abe's Old Tumacacori Bar - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Casa Rio Rico WITH A SPECTACULAR VIEW!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Casa Rio Rico WITH A SPECTACULAR VIEW!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa Rio Rico WITH A SPECTACULAR VIEW!!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Casa Rio Rico WITH A SPECTACULAR VIEW!! located?
Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Santa Cruz Chili & Spice, Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village and Tumacacori National Historical Park. Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail and Mission San Cayetano de Calabazas are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We came to our nieces wedding at Tubac Golf Course. It was the perfect distance. It wasn’t far at all. There was 5 in our group. The view was beautiful. The house was clean and perfect.
Randy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Anne B.
2 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Repairs needed
On our arrival day I received a call from Fernando who stated that his cleaning crew had informed him that the electronic gate to the property was not working. He stated he would get in repaired right away. Upon arrival we stowed our groceries in the refrigerator. The next morning we discovered that the refrigerator was not cooling. I called Fernando who said he had previously been a problem with the refrigerator and he would get someone out to repair it ASAP. We were there 2 weeks. About 10 days in, we received a call from Fernando that he was unable to find repair services for either the gate or the refrigerator but that he and his wife were going to come over and do some maintenance. I asked what “maintenance” needed to be done while we were there and objected to the visit unless it was absolutely necessary. To my knowledge they did not come. The non-working refrigerator is obviously a problem. The gate is very large and heavy and is right on a semi-blind curve with no good place to park while opening or closing the gate, so that was sometimes hair-raising. The online listing showed games tables in the front room, but those were not there during our stay. Otherwise, the place was well-appointed and clean. It has nice views.
SO WELL THOUGHT-OUT… AND THOUGHTFUL!! From the rapid phone chargers, to the spacious game room, to the spectacular views, to restaurant suggestions, office corner, state-of-the-art kitchen, beautiful gardens… it was perfect for annual summer hiatus this year.
We’re seasoned VRBO vets, lol, and found the out-of-town host/owners to be helpful and quickly responsive.
Many good things about this huge casa!
Easy access and checkin instructions
Every kitchen item you could possibly want, including interesting spices. We do a lot of cooking & loved this.
Comfortable master bed in a huge room
Luxurious master bath with 2 sinks & beautiful lighting
Covered patio with party lights, comfy furniture and AMAZING views of several mountain ranges that we hated to leave.
Game room seating is super comfortable after traipsing about all day. This is important to us.
It was fun having Alexa play music in the kitchen, covered patio and master bath.
Suggestion for an easy change: using soft white led lightbulbs (instead of cold white) in the dining/living room & master BR fixtures and lamps would greatly warm up the feel in those rooms.
We loved the visits from javelinas, coyotes, mule deer, quail and many bird varieties!
In search of excellent Mexican food nearby: Bocanita’s was great for a sit-down meal, and Joe’s Place for delicious carryout. Wisdom’s in Tubac has great margaritas, but unremarkable food – good for happy hour.
The quiet casa is close to beautiful natural areas with everything from easy to difficult hiking opportunities -- Madera Canyon and Patagonia Lake. Kitt peak nearby is open for observatory visits. Plus quite a few more places of interest nearby. Enjoy!
Julia R.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024
2/10 Terrible
Carol C.
16 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Number of issues
Don’t want to get specific but it was the worst experience we have had with a VRBO.
Good place for a large group, off the beaten path.
Instructions were simple, host was helpful and had great communication.
Some things in the home need fixed, closet door handles missing in one bedroom, toilet paper roll holder off the wall but hardware sticking out, missing smoke detectors in rooms with wires hanging and/or detector dangling off the wall). The water faucets are backward..it took a while to figure out how to get hot water in the guest bathroom/shower and kitchen. These things did not bother us and were minor, but should be noted to the owner for future maintenance (maybe the housekeepers aren't relaying the issues to him?).
Admittedly, we did not stay at the house at all during the day. We left early each morning and did not return other than to sleep in the late evening, so we truly didn't get to enjoy any of the amenities the home had to offer (and there are great ones!). We did spot deer in the back one night which was pretty great and looked at the stars with the telescope. We definitely recommend the home!
Perfect home for extended stays. Clise to town but private neighborhood. Fully stocked, comfortable beds and no uncomfortable surprises from pictures descriptions. Great communication with the owner.
I am not sure I have enough room to describe how awesome our stay was. Our group was in town to play golf. The host was very engaged and easy to communicate with. The house was in great condition with fantastic views of the valley. The house was extremely clean and had everything we needed to cook breakfast and barbeque for dinner. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bathrooms were both clean and modern. The home is, perfectly, set up for a small group of family or friends. I rated Casa Rio Rico 5 Stars and would recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable place to stay.
My sister and I relished every minute of our long "girls' weekend" stay. If you like being away from the noise and crowds of the city, this is the place for you. The house is awesome, the beds and furniture very comfy, the kitchen well stocked and large enough for elaborate home-cooked meals if that's your thing. The host, Fernando, was very kind and easy to talk to and very responsive. We'll be checking for availability on this little slice of heaven the next time we're in the area!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great responsive hosts. Good Internet and Netflix for cold and rainy days! Comfortable beds and great game room with awesome theater seating. The front yard is fenced for the furry friends. It is about an hour south of Tucson but very close to the artisanal town of Tubac, half an hour from Patagonia and 2 hours from the whimsical mining town of Bisbee. The backyard is frequented by foxes, javelina pigs and mule deer:) The De Anza trail is close as well for longer walks with the dogs. The kitchen is well-supplied and gas BBQ was great for changing up the menu!
Absolutely wonderful home! Clean, beautifully decorated, comfy beds, very well equipped kitchen and supplies. Very responsive host who was so kind to check in with us to make sure everything was going well. The sunrise from the backyard was amazing! If you’re visiting the areas make sure you take a drive to Patagonia, then just a little north to Green Valley. We just loved our visit and if I could give 10 stars I would!