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Starr Pass Desert Retreat

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Starr Pass Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Starr Pass Desert Retreat

A nice southwestern style home with a pool and beautiful views. Hiking and Mountain bike trails nearby. Home is close to downtown and the University of Arizona. Come see the wildlife, saguaros and mountain views that make old pueblo the great city that it is.

Property manager

Donovan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Tucson

Starr Pass, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. Starr Pass Golf Club and Pusch Ridge Resort Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pima Air and Space Museum and Children's Museum Tucson. International Wildlife Museum and Reid Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Starr Pass Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • University of Arizona - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Casino del Sol - 17 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 10 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Signature Grill at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Daisy Mae's Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Starr Pass Desert Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Starr Pass Desert Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Starr Pass Desert Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starr Pass Desert Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Starr Pass Desert Retreat located?

Located in Starr Pass, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Starr Pass Golf Club and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Greasewood Park. Southside Presbyterian Church and Sosa-Carrillo-Fremont House Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Sonora desert retreat

We stayed for my nephew's soccer tournament and had a fantastic time. The sunsets were beautiful. The house is adjecent to bike and hiking trails. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine L.

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

Great Stay

Loved the place. It worked perfectly for our family. Nice quiet area with beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kermit P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Decent, not premium

House was very clean and smelled fresh. Thank you. This house thankfully allows our 2 dogs although tough on them with all rock yard. On the other hand, the home is dated with very uncomfortable furniture, especially kitchen dinnette, and old style foam, firm beds ... not a premium property, and priced higher than necessary. We own STR in FL and understand the costs and standards. Old neighborhood, well off the beaten path.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Tucson trip

Very nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

A for Arizona

It was good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis R.

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

Great winter warm up on the edge of Tuscon!

Great spot for a winter warm up, 15 minutes to fantastic restaurants and events in town, and the desert wilderness right out the backdoor! We enjoyed being able to walk 5 minutes and be on nature trails among the Saguaro. The couch in the shade In the backyard was a great place to watch the desert wake up over coffee, deer, coyote, and quail, from behind a railing 6 six feet up;)The house was very clean and in good repair. Large enough for two adults to home office, and have a house guest or two.Good times! Thank you:
Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward K.

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

We Enjoyed Starr Pass!

Great property with a very private backyard! We will be back next time we are in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Quiet Spacious House in Sgreat location

My wife, son and I stayed for 8 days. We love the Starr Pass area since it’s near some great hiking and golf.Very comfy beds, very quiet location, very responsive host!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Perfect

We spent a week on vacation in Tucson. The house's location was perfect—just outside the city but close enough to make everything convenient. The house was spotless and had modern appliances. My wife and I enjoyed the very quiet nights sitting outside looking at the stars. The host was available and very responsive. We could not have asked for anything more.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

Tucson Vacation 2024

Awesome place to rent to see family living in the area. I had quiet morning coffee by the pool. We heard saw and heard wildlife in the private backyard. Very relaxing place. Very clean and offered great bathroom amenities. We definitely will come back. Trails starting at the end of the street for Tucson Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Serene

This three bedroom, two bath home, with an attached garage is located near the end of a dead-end road. The home backs out to open space with views of cactus, birds, and other wildlife. A very quiet, serene, location. Only the occasional sight and muffled noise of an airplane heading to or from Tucson airport. The sunrise and sunsets were spectacular. There is an unheated pool that we used most nights. The home was very clean and had everything we needed for our five-night stay. A great find, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Oasis in the desert

Super convenient to the Convention Center and downtown Tucson and interstate access. Fully appointed and the pool was cool and refreshing on the VERY hot Tucson days!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bonita R.

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

Nice and Quiet stay

The house is in an older neighborhood. It was quite and the house had lots of nice upgrades throughout. There is some room for improvement, the vertical blinds kept falling off the rail clips, the bathroom towels are worn and some areas needed to be cleaned better(kitchen range hood) The owner, Donovan, was very responsive. He addressed my concerns. He answered all my questions, which were a lot, this was our first stay in a vrbo. The pool is a nice size and clean. There is everything you need here for a hassle free vacation or staycation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Comfortable, quiet

Spot was great. House very nicely stocked and beds comfortable. I'm officially old now, as I really enjoyed sitting on the back patio listening to and identifying all the birds. Greatly enjoyed abilities to walk and explore trails from house. Donovan was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth G.

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

Great house

Very clean and comfortable house in a gorgeous setting
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene W.

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

Great stay

This property is just as pictured. Donovan is an excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom G., Cold Spring, MN

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

A bit of paradise.

We came to this property by stumbling upon it on VRBO. We had been on a hotel/motel road trip from Minnesota to Southern Arizona and out to Joshua Tree National Park, down to the Salton Sea area and returning to Tucson. We wanted to get out of the “room” stay and have a place to spread out and relax. We found this home to be just about perfect. Sitting on the edge of the desert we had choirs of coyotes serenading us in the early evening, countless birds and a quiet neighborhood. There was some jet traffic from Tucson but nothing to take away from the visual feast. The house was in very good shape with many upgrades in appliances and decor. The owner was very prompt when contacted with questions. The kitchen had great knives and cookware. Very nice. The swimming pool was very clean but unheated. Even being from Minnesota it was too cold for us to use. We would have paid extra to have it heated but it wasn’t an option. The housekeeping was a little short of great but it was mostly the window cleaning and having to look through wipe marks. The floors could have been damp mopped instead of the apparent Swiffer treatment. Overall….we’d not hesitate to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., Winnipeg

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

Golf vacation

Communication with owner pre check-in, during check-in and throughout the stay was excellent. Sunrises beautiful from the large backyard that was always busy with animal activity. Property came as advertised. The close proximity to I-10 and I-19 made it easy to get to multiple golf courses during the week.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mike V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Quiet, close to town, beautiful nature and lots of wildlife right out the back door. Wonderful neighborhood for walking. We saw deer, coyotes, javalinas, rabbits, quail, roadrunners and 12 different song bird and woodpecker species, all while sitting at the pool, coffee in hand, watching astounding sunrises multiple days in a row over a beautiful Sanora Desert arroyo and hillside just feet away. The kitchen appointments were sparse as were the furnishings and the cleaning, but all in all we had a wonderful and carefree time. Would love to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Wonderful week in quiet neighborhood with great access to trails. House was perfect for our family, well stocked with cleaning supplies, making it a great place to have a unique Thanksgiving celebration. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

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