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Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita

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Welcome to the Town of Carefree
The Village at Carefree
Relax at the Clubhouse and Swimming Pool.
Swimming Pool
Relax by the Swimming Pool.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Carefree, AZ
  • Boulders Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Troon North Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

European style hide a bed.

2 Double Beds

Junior Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Junior Bathroom

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

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita

Steve & Joanna welcome you to the Carefree Casita located in Carefree, on the northern border of Scottsdale, Arizona. Carefree is the 'Home of Cowboys and Caviar, Where the Old West Meets the New'. You will encounter the vast Sonoran Desert with forests of saguaro cacti, beautiful mountain vistas of the Tonto National Forest, and giant boulder formations.

The Carefree Casita is located adjacent to the grounds of the CIVANA Carefree. While not directly affiliated with the Resort, the Carefree Casita shares the same lovely location with the amenities of the area. The Carefree Casita is a convenient launching point to golfing, hiking, biking, photography, horseback riding, and so much more. Not to mention the weather, with our semiarid climate the air is generally dry and clear, with low relative humidity and a high percentage of sunshine.

Joanna & Steve take pride in providing you with all that the Carefree Casita has to offer. You will find a very comfortable venue with all the amenities that you would have in your own home. You will have lots of room to stretch out and make yourselves comfortable. The villa has a master suite and an adjoining master bath with walk-in closet.

Ideally suited for the couple that wants a private getaway, the two couples that want to travel together, all will be comfortable at the Carefree Casita. Please remember we welcome you and your family members over the age of eight. Unfortunately we are not set up to accept pets at the Carefree Casita.

Keywords: Villa, Casita, Condo, Resort, Luxury

Property manager

Steve & Joanna

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
We welcome you children over 8 years of age.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Carefree

Located in Carefree, this villa is near theme parks. Desert Forest Golf Club and Boulders Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wild at Heart and Arizona Powerchutes. George "Doc" Cavalliere Park and Musical Instrument Museum 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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Carefree, AZ

What's nearby

  • Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Boulders Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Legend Trail Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cavecreek Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Station - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spend Your Carefree Holiday at the Luxurious Carefree Casita located?

Situated in Carefree, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Desert Forest Golf Club and Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial. One To One Primary Care and Boulders Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nina F., NYC

Swimmers from NYC

Excellent place- clean, spacious and lovely environment. Owners were extremely helpful with hiking and restaurant recommendations. We had a wonderful stay! Unit was very well appointed and very aesthetic.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

chris k.

Renter of Junior Suite

I enjoyed my stay at Carefree Casita and would definitely rent it again. The suite is nicely furnished and the neighbors were quiet and friendly. The suite is a five minute walk to the Carefree Resort and a five minute drive to shops and restaurants. The casita is also close to hiking sites. It is a lovely area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Home away from home!

All the comforts...My wife and I were town for an annual conference and chose to stay at the Carefree Casita for the second year, instead of the conference center to make it feel more vacation-like. We've tried other places in the area but have now stopped looking. This one is just perfect!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David F.

All the comforts...

Beautifully furnished, spacious condo in a gated development. It exceeded our expectations in every way. The photos do not do justice. We now see the charm of Arizona. We'll be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

LINDA K., NYC

Columbus Weekend Getaway

The Jr. Suite was perfect and met all our needs while visiting friends in the area. Steve and Joanna keep the unit immaculate. The stay and experience was seamless. Excellent directions, quick communications were all a plus. We arrived late and it was nice to find the refrigerator stocked with water and beverages. Although my husband didn't miss it, I would love to see an additional TV in the bedroom. We are looking forward to our next visit to Arizona and staying here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Carefree Month in Carefree

We spent a month at the Carefree Casita and enjoyed it thoroughly. The property is updated, super clean and decorated beautifully in a Southwest theme. Although the weather was a bit cool, there was hardly a day when we could not get outdoors and enjoy all that the area and Phoenix had to offer. The kitchen is comfortable to work in and is stocked with enough utensils and dishes to be able to stay in and cook whenever we wanted. The master bedroom is huge, the king bed is perfectly comfortable and the linens are lux. Two TVs were handy and we were especially happy that a DVR was included so that we could keep up on our favorite shows without compromising our time exploring the area. The junior suite is perfect for guests. The in condo laundry was very convenient. We especially enjoyed the proximity to the private airport and the entertainment that it provided. Our owners were always helpful and prompt if we needed them, providing information and suggestions about the area. We took advantage of the jeep rides and sunset horseback rides into the desert which were great. There are many very good restaurants within 10 minutes of the Casita. We would definitely return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful in October

Steve & Joanna, Thank you so much for the use of your casita. It was excellent! Of the many units we've stayed in at the Carefree Resort Village, yours was by far the nicest. Open layout, spacious kitchen, two-car garage, very nice furniture - all pluses. How nice to be in a villa that actually felt like being at home rather than being in a rental. Your VRBO information and pictures accurately portrayed the unit. It's proximity to the pool - all of 50 steps or so - was a bonus. We found the casita clean and ready for use. We had no problems with it at all, so never needed to call you. The food at the Lariat (in the Carefree Restort) was as high-quality as usual. Cave Creek is always terrific. We didn't miss either of the bull riding shows at The Chip on Wed. and Fri. nights. Buffalo Bills is still the best place to go to find something strange and wonderful to take home. Great to have the Road Haus (German food) open as the Chicago Bears bar of Cave Creek/Carefree. Would we recommed your casita to our family and friends for their use? You bet we would! We'll be getting back to you as well for one or both of our 2012 Carefree vacations. Thanks a lot. Paul & June

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Beautiful Desert Setting

Loved this casita. It was very clean and decorated with a tasteful Southwest flair. The bathroom was roomy and included some nice ECO amenities. We enjoyed walking the nearby desert trails and relaxing in the beautiful pool. Steve and Joanna communicated thoroughly with us and did not hesitate to answer any questions we may have had. Mary and Ben
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Wonderful!!!!

My husband and I throughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect and we found it to be very comfortable and loved calling it home for our short stay. Everything we needed was made available and the kitchen was well stocked. We will definitely stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

carol d.

Carol & Don

This was our first stay in this Casita and we enjoyed it very much! We found it to be clean, comfortable, spacious and would highly recommend it for a perfect stay in Carefree Arizona. Our son and daughter-in-law and their two adult children joined us in the adjoining junior casita. We all had plenty of room for a most pleasant vacation stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Barry C.

Great stay

We loved the kitchen and deck The pool was spectacular. Too bad we only had a week. Saw great birds and a bobcat off the deck. Close to great shopping, food and the bicycling is superb. Steve and Johanna were responsive and great to work with. The property was just what we desired. We plan to be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Forrest H., Springfield, Illinois

Wonderful!

This was our fifth stay in this rental. It's become our "home" at Carefree thanks to Steve and Johanna. Very nice, clean, well furnished and equipped for a perfect stay. Cave Creek / Carefree area is great for relaxing, dining, shopping, desert hiking and, if you want, a very short drive to Scottsdale / Phoenix. Another cool day trip is a drive up to Sedona which is spectacular. We like hiking a lot and recommend Spur Cross Preserve which is just a few minutes away. Short, or longer hikes and wonderful desert scenery. For more adventuresome, the Black Mountain Trail to the summit of Black Mountain is wonderful (but strenuous) too! We'll be back again... and, again :-)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Exceeded our expectations!

No complaints! My husband and I and my parents stayed at Steve and Johanna's lovely condo for a long weekend while attending a family wedding at the nearby Boulders resort. The set up was perfect. Both couples had privacy and at the same time enjoyed relaxing together in the lounge and dining areas. The view from balcony was outstanding - filled with saguaros and sunsets. The condo felt more like a home than a weekend rental. It was very clean and there were even some Thanksgiving decorations in the kitchen and dining areas. I would recommend Carefree Casita without hesitation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

Beautiful Location!

Carefree was an unexpected sweet spot - lots to do, great places to eat, all in a serene setting. The location was great not only for relaxing, but for convenient day trips, such as Sedona and the Sonoran Desert Museum. Steve and Joanna's condo was lovely, spacious and very tastefully decorated. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, and the washer and dryer were very convenient. We have two young boys who made use of the amazing and very uncrowded pool on a daily basis. I highly recommend the Carefree area, and this condo cannot be beat. We definitely plan to return next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorry P.

Loved our stay here!!

Our first time at this lovely condo.! spacious, very well appointed and lovingly cared for by Steve & Joanna great location for golfing, restaurants, and really enjoying the surrounding beauty of the Sonoran desert the entire complex is first class and well cared for, pool and hot tub area lovely and clean definitely coming back next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Masha D., Camarillo, California

Arizona junior suite

This is an excellent suite to stay in as a couple. The location is perfect for seeing the sights, playing golf and relaxing. It is so much nicer than staying in a small hotel room as the bedroom is large with a bathroom that is quite roomy as well. The decor is lovely and has been maintained well. We had bowls, spoons, knives and bread board for our morning breakfast of fruit and cereal which Joanna and Steve were kind enough to supply. The small refrigerator had ample space for milk, fruit, etc. We will definitely come again for our next visit to Arizona.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Forrest H., Springfield, Illinois

Four Years in a row, and every year outstanding!

Carefree Casita gets our best recommendation. The business end of things is always hassle free, the Casita itself is perfect, and its convenient proximity to everything Carefree / Cave Creek and beyond is perfect too. Steve and Joanna go out of their way to provide their guests with a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Our most recent stay was out fourth and, we'll be there next year too.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M.

Superb condo in Carefree AZ

We have just spent 2 weeks in this delightful condo in Carefree. We were delighted the moment we opened the door! It offers a roomy well appointed interior with wonderful kitchen, large lounge area, huge bedroom and ensuite bathroom, laundry etc etc. This condo is within easy driving distance to all the amenities that Scottsdale has to offer and is similarly close to lots of hiking trails in the mountains so would appeal to a wide variety of clients. The adjacent Junior suite makes it great for couples or family members travelling together. We have already recommended the Carefree Casita to friends. And we most certainly would like to stay again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Scottsdale Visit

Good Value. Roomy condo, Quiet all features that we wanted. Would recommend this and will probably use it in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay

Arrived after a 12 hour flight from New Zealand and could not have asked for a better place to get over the jetlag and relax. The Casita has everything we needed - garage parking, lovely kitchen, excellent bed and plenty of room to spread out. Having high speed internet was the best as busy making travel plans and emails. Definitely recommend the Carefree Casita and we will be back - more hikes to take!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Desert Paradise

I can't recommend the Carefree Casita enough. Accommodations were great, the owners were very accessible and easy to work with, and the area was very beautiful. The location is close to lots of fun restaurants, golf courses, etc... Will definitely try to stay again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carefree Casita

Making the reservation was very comfortable and the sending the check was also comfortable. The instructions were very easy including the information about the key pad. The place was clean and impressive. The amenities were fine. We did use the Wi-Fi connection. The bedding was comfortable. The area was lovely. We liked the place and the location. The overall stay was a wonderful. I would definitely recommend Casita Carefree to others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene R., Colorado Springs, CO

GREAT!

My husband and I just returned from Carefree Casita. We loved the jr Suite and found it very comfortable, warm, and easy to feel at home. We had everything we needed. The Carefree area was very beautiful. Loved the big tall cactus and the blooming little ones too. Steve & Joanna were very easy to work with and answered our questions and concerns very quickly by email at all times. We would highly recommend staying here. The area was quiet and secure.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Numero Uno

The Casita Junior Suite is clean, comfortable, and convenient - a wonderful place to stay. It is big with lots of room to spread out and in a great location. Steve could not be more friendly and helpful. Next time we are are out West we will hope to stay at the Casita. Thanks, Steve!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jay

We arrived late because of weather conditions at home, but the codes worked perfectly to get us safely into the unit. We were surprised at how much room there was when we got there, but it was a very enjoyable experience. It was over the holidays, so we spent a lot of time away from the unit at one of our daughters homes, so did not use the pool or do any walking like we usually do on vacation. The listing description and photos were completely accurate, The property was clean and well maintained, and the instructions provided made it easy to use the internet and get in and out of the unit. We would of course recommend this property to friends and family. We mainly ate at our family homes, so did not get experience with restaurants and other activities this trip.

About the host

Hosted by Steve & Joanna

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We relocated to Carefree in 2009 and love the area, most notably the weather. Due to the wide open spaces, wildlife abounds. Please join us at the Carefree Casita to see why we have fallen in love with Carefree and the Sonoran Desert which is surrounded by the Tonto National Forest.

Why they chose this property

Living in a modest home in the area, we needed a place for family and friends to stay. Why not at a luxury resort/villa setting? As we will not have family and friends staying all the time, we wanted to make it available to the discerning traveler who appreciates the comfort of their own home. You will most certainly enjoy this property.

What makes this property unique

The Carefree Casita is located in a unique situation, overlooking the SkyRanch at Carefree Airport (18AZ) on property near the Carefree Resort. SkyRanch is a private airport and if you are a pilot, you too can fly in and have access to all that Carefree has to offer. If you are not a pilot, don't worry, there are only a few daily operations and it is fun to watch the airplanes come and go.

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