Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl

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Entire home

Barn area….come meet the horses and cows!

House backyard with built in BBQ grill / Bar top

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10 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Dryer
Fireplace
Kitchen

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Tucson, AZ

Saguaro National Park
‪12 min drive‬
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
‪15 min drive‬
Sabino Canyon
‪15 min drive‬
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

3 Plex Casitas

1 King Bed

3 Plex Casitas

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 Plex Casitas

1 King Bed

5 Plex Casitas

1 King Bed

5 Plex Casitas

1 Queen Bed

5 Plex Casitas

1 King Bed

5 Plex Casitas

1 Double Bed

House bedroom #2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

House bedroom #3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

House master bedroom

1 King Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 9

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Check out our Facebook page Woodland Water Tower Ranch! Woodland Rd 1882 historic ranch located in Tanque Verde Eastside Tucson. Ranch style setting with modern hotel accommodations. Enjoy the 12 acre property filled with Mesquite Trees, walking paths, swimming pool (not heated), outdoor grill, fire place and sitting areas. Hiking, walking trails and bike paths to Mt. Lemmon. Horse facilities available upon request.

Gather the entire family and friends for a fun filled weekend getaway. Relax with a 50' resort inspired swimming pool (not heated) and multiple entertainment areas including built in BBQ's, fire places and water features.

The guest ranch is a 3,000 square foot (3 bedroom / 2 bath) home. Reservations also include walking access to seven individual casitas. Each of the seven casitas are approximately 400 sq ft with spacious closets, bathrooms and porch lounging. Property easily sleeps up to 20 people. *** We have added additional casitas to allow for more friends, family or colleagues. Sleeps up to 30 people. Additional pricing for extra casitas and guest.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the views, bird watching and southwest desert wildlife.

* NOTE: the homeowner lives on site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay *

We also have horses and cows onsite. Come meet Lola, Darla, Cosmo and Bliss.
Please no feeding or entering their secured arenas.
Meet our newest cow Charleen!!

Property manager

Kristen

Premier Host

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Washer

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Air conditioning

Gym

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Kitchen
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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

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Please contact host for information on events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Please try to check in during day hours, property is large and would be easiest for guest to see during the day for the first time.

Please contact host in advance for all gatherings or events larger than 20 people. Additional fees apply for events with more than 20 people.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site

Note from host: Please contact host for information on events

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

About the area

Tucson

Located in Bear Canyon, a neighbourhood in Tucson, 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. Check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center, and consider making time for Pima Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking and cycling nearby.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

Park Place Mall - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Saguaro National Park - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
Sabino Canyon - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
University of Arizona - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

Tucson Station - 29 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
‪Le Buzz - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Woodland Rd 1882 Historic 12-acre ranch, Resort landscape views up to 30 ppl located?

Located in Bear Canyon, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Trail Dust Town, Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center and 49er Country Club. Forty Niner Country Club and International Center for Vasectomy Reversal 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

Bob C.

15 April 2025

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

Wonderful experience

This property is amazing! A group of lifetime friends came to Tucson from around the country to celebrate our anniversary and it couldn’t have gone any better. Kristen and Chris were awesome hosts and they’ve thought of everything to make our stay a great experience. The pool area was beautiful and so much fun. Very nice casitas and main house. Will definitely stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thekla W.

9 April 2025

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

Loved the Ranch!

Our extended family group of 18 had so much fun staying at the beautiful ranch to celebrate my husband's birthday. Chris and Kristen took great care of us and we loved everything about the place - the spacious and comfortable ranch house, the lovely casitas, the game room, and our favorite, the pool. We had a sing along around the campfire that we'll remember for years to come. Thanks so much, Kristen and Chris!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

21 March 2025

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

Golfing Tucson

A group of friends and I recently stayed at the Woodland Road 1882 Historic Ranch for an annual golf trip. It was absolutely perfect for our needs. All eight of us had our own private room with all the amenities as well as a number of common areas to meet in the morning and after our rounds in the evening. Each night Kristen had a bon fire prepared for us to light along with additional wood to keep the fun and banter going into the evening. I highly recommend this location for golfing around the Tucson area. It was comfortable, private, and nicely appointed. It was still a little cold in March to take full advantage of an awesome pool area. However, there is a gym and game room that kept everyone as busy as they wanted. Everyone agreed that this set a new bar for our group in terms of lodging for our golf trips. We are all looking forward to coming back next year and playing a few different courses. Kristen is a fantastic host. She is very responsive and any request or question we had was accommodated or answered quickly. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

13 March 2025

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

Perfect place for our CEO retreat

I traveled to this beautiful property with several colleagues as part of a CEO mastermind group. It was the perfect spot for our time away from the day-to-day hustle of our businesses. Around every corner there seemed to be another pleasant surprise - a perfect meeting spot around a campfire, a stable full of friendly animals, even a nearby walking path that led to a beautiful lake. There was plenty of space for us to come together to learn and share, as well as ample space to spread out when we needed quieter time for reflection and planning. The hosts were easy to communicate with from the time we booked until we all checked out and they made us feel truly welcomed. If you’re traveling with a group, especially one that enjoys spending time outdoors, I can’t recommend this property highly enough.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

7 February 2025

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

Fantastic

The property was fantastic. Lots of room, clean, well stocked, great outdoor areas . The host could not have been friendlier or more accommodating. Our stay could not have been better!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

2 February 2025

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

Return visit

After our visit in September 2024, we knew this was the perfect place to return to celebrate the life of Boompa (grandpa.) Since our last visit 2 casitas and a game room (big hit with grandchildren) were added. Owners went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Having the whole property for our group made it so relaxing. The attention to detail and responsiveness of the owners was amazing. We enjoyed walking around the property, petting the mules and cows, working out in the gym, having comfortable casitas for everybody and there was a bonfire pit! We look forward to returning again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cydney P.

14 January 2025

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

Perfect for our Family

The house, the casitas and the grounds worked super well for my family group of 16. We loved Tucson and we loved the hosts. We had so much space, and the bonfire on our last night was amazing. Our host bought us smore ingredients, which made our last night even more special.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 December 2024

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

Great Property

This was our 2nd year staying here and it was as excellent as we expected. Kristen, the host, was great and made sure we had everything we needed. Several of us used the gym every morning and all of us enjoyed the firepit at the house at night. Beds were very comfortable as well. If you are going to Tucson, you need to book this property

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah O.

4 October 2024

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

Business Retreat

Kristen was very helpful in every aspect of booking and staying at the location. It worked perfectly for our team building retreat and we would book it again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

3 October 2024

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

Hamilton reunion

Kristen and Chris were great. The property was beautiful and very quiet. They live on the property and were available anytime we called. Our whole family enjoyed the ranch. They have horses & cows on the ranch ..It was close to Safeway and Costco. The pool was amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

8 September 2024

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

Perfect for family reunion

We had the privilege of staying at Woodland Ranch over Labor Day weekend. Everything about our stay was perfection. The property itself is a magnificent oasis in the desert. Lush grounds, resort-like swimming and entertaining area, individual Casitas with beautiful decor, a workout room, and the most attentive and engaging hosts we have ever met.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April M.

19 August 2024

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

Best property on VRBO

Everything about our stay was wonderful, the property is absolutely beautiful! Our large family stayed for my dad’s 70th birthday and the accommodations were great. Everyone had their own rooms and then we gathered each day at the main house or pool. The pool area is soo beautiful, we spent most of our time there. Kristan and her husband were great hosts, they went above and beyond! We hope to be back next year for my mom’s 70th birthday!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

24 July 2024

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Amazing!!

This property is beautiful and very well thought out. We traveled down with our baseball team for a tournament, and had the best time. Kristen is very friendly, helpful and just so kind. I highly recommend this property. there is plenty of room and the pool area is off the charts amazing!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kara f.

30 May 2024

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

WOW

I really don't know what to say! This property is phenomenal! We have never stayed in anything like it. The property is gorgeous and so much fun for families. It was like we rented a whole resort. Kristen was amazing, so responsive and everything we could have needed was there. She has thought of everything. Location is great. Grocery store is so close as well as restaurants and you are at the base of Mount Lemmon which is a lot of fun to visit. We will be back for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin R.

15 May 2024

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

The Perfect stay & Experience

😊My Son & Daughter In law booked the Ranch for my Grandson's College Graduation & it was perfect! Kristen & Chris were so gracious & accommodating, they have an Amazing property, from private casitas for the guests, wonderful entertaing areas around the pool, bonfires, fabulous BBQ, swim up bar at the pool, multiple places to enjoy around the property. The main house worked well for all of us to gather for breakfast, visiting or just hanging out together..... the property is totally beautiful, peaceful and Chris & Kristen have done so much with it!. Just when we thought things couldn't any better, they would surprise us with another feature. From planning, seamless check it, days enjoyed, this was a totally wonderful stay for our group of 12. Thank you Kristen & Chris. LaRae with the Robinson Group, May 2024

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

5 May 2024

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

Great Stay in Tucson

Our group of 14 friends and work associates really enjoyed our stay. It was nice having private rooms for everyone, the pool area was a fantastic gathering place with ample room for everyone. The owner was very responsive from time of booking through to the end of our stay, and while on site they checked in from time to time to see if we needed anything. Everything about our stay was very enjoyable.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

1 May 2024

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

Peaceful

We were there for our daughter’s wedding at Tanque Verde,(which is only about 15 minutes away) Not only is this ranch beautiful, it’s serene, and so peaceful. The calm we needed while stressing out about a wedding. It was not warm enough to use the pool, but we were able to catch some sun sitting around the pool area. Everyone enjoyed looking at the horse barn and the cows. Kristen and her husband went out of their way to make sure our family was more than accommodated while we were there. We can not thank them enough for making our Tucson experience the best!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rylan K.

29 April 2024

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

Such a great property

Such a great and wonderful space. Was perfect for what we needed for our production company and Kristen was a dream host. 10/10 would return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

7 April 2024

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

The Hidden Gem of Tuscon, Arizona

I recently stayed at Woodland Road 1882 Historic 12-acre guest ranch in Tucson, Arizona, and I can't recommend it highly enough. The moment we stepped onto the grounds, we were captivated by the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings. The property is meticulously maintained, offering a serene and relaxing atmosphere that was perfect for our family reunion. The owners of the ranch were incredibly welcoming and accommodating, making sure that our every need was met throughout our stay. It was evident that they take great pride in their property and genuinely care about the experience of their guests. One of the highlights of our stay was the pool area, which was beautifully designed. Additionally, there were various gathering spots scattered throughout the property, allowing us to enjoy the stunning surroundings from different vantage points. The presence of horses, cows, and donkeys added to the charm of the ranch, creating a true sense of rural tranquility that is hard to find elsewhere. As someone originally from Southern California, I can confidently say that Woodland Road 1882 Historic 12-acre guest ranch is a hidden gem that exceeded all of our expectations. Should we find ourselves in Tucson again, there's no doubt that this is the place we would choose to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

2 April 2024

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

Our wedding

The hosts were very generous, attentive & responsive. The grounds were beautiful & the whole property was well maintained. It was an awesome experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

8 February 2024

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

Perfect Property For Large Groups

We had a wonderful stay at this property! We were a group of 12 professionals in town for a trade show. We found this property to be the perfect space for meals together but private spaces to rest. The pool area is amazing and the property is beautiful. The host is very responsive and generous in their communication and help! We will be back!

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae S.

18 January 2024

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

Perfect property for our group

We hosted a professional retreat of 12 adults at Kristen's property. It was perfect for us - everyone got their own casita or private room in the main house. We had plenty of common spaces for meeting and socializing. The property is beautiful, and we enjoyed going on walks and meeting the cows and horses. Kristen was extremely helpful and easy to work with, and often went out of her way to help coordinate deliveries and services for us, set up the fire pit for us to have bonfires at night, and was extremely responsive whenever we had a question during our stay. We were a bit of a high maintenance group with the all of the various logistics we were managing, and Kristen was nothing but kind, flexible, accommodating, and communicative. And even with all of Kristen's support, we still felt that we had a lot of privacy during our retreat. Extremely positive experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

31 December 2023

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

Great time at wonderful resort!

Our family enjoyed our stay, The property manager was friendly and very accommodating, There was a lot of space and we enjoyed the bonfire, gym, trails and feeding the animals. The place was clean and they provided all of the necessary accessories.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 December 2023

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

Excellent Property

Had a group of guys in town for a golf vacation. This property was perfect for our stay: i) everyone had a private bedroom and bath (beds were super comfortable), ii) main house was perfect gathering place for breakfast and dinner each night, iii) on-site fitness facility, iv) pool area was fantastic, v) really enjoyed the fire pits on the property for reliving the day's golf activities (Kristen, the host, provided ample firewood and extra seating for us). Highly recommend this property. We hope to use it again on our next golf trip to Tucson,

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiana V.

30 November 2023

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

More Than You Can Imagine!

This property is stunning! I organized a retreat here and it was the perfect fit for our group. There was plenty of space and privacy for our 16 person group. Kristen is friendly, responsive, and accommodating! We had positive interactions with her spouse and the staff onsite who made us feel welcome. Our retreat participants felt safe and enjoyed exploring the property and nearby ranches. Our favorite part of the experience was visiting the cows and horses on site! Thank you Kristen, you are an incredible host and we are so grateful you shared your home with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

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10 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

3 Plex Casitas

3 Plex Casitas

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5 Plex Casitas

5 Plex Casitas

5 Plex Casitas

5 Plex Casitas

House bedroom #2

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House master bedroom

9 bathrooms

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Bathroom 4

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