The Spicy Cactus 2BR by Hiking Spot w/Patio & BBQ

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2 bedroomsSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Phoenix, AZ

Desert Ridge Marketplace
‪8 min drive‬
Mayo Clinic Hospital
‪10 min drive‬
Kierland Commons
‪11 min drive‬
Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Whether you're an avid hiker, a couple seeking romance, or a small family looking for a unique getaway, this space offers an inviting backdrop for cherished memories. The area’s attractions are within easy reach, allowing you to explore scenic trails, local flora, and cultural gems effortlessly. Book your stay to discover the magic of a retreat where every detail is designed with comfort, peace, and rejuvenation in mind.
Permit STR-2024-002765 and TPT License # 21558941.

Property manager

Jennifer Doolittle

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Private entrance and court yard. Relax in the garden.

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor smoking only

Must be quiet between hours of 8am and 10pm

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenix

Located in Paradise Valley Village, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, this holiday home is in the mountains. Desert Ridge Marketplace and Phoenix Convention Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kierland Commons and Biltmore Fashion Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Field or Footprint Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and ice skating.

Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

Desert Ridge Marketplace - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
Musical Instrument Museum - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
Mayo Clinic Hospital - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
Kierland Commons - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Biltmore Fashion Park - 14 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station - 17 min drive
Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
‪Sardella's Pizza & Wings - ‬3 min drive
‪Original Breakfast House - ‬4 min drive
‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spicy Cactus 2BR by Hiking Spot w/Patio & BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Spicy Cactus 2BR by Hiking Spot w/Patio & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Spicy Cactus 2BR by Hiking Spot w/Patio & BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Spicy Cactus 2BR by Hiking Spot w/Patio & BBQ located?

Located in Paradise Valley Village, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of North Mountain Park, Kierland Commons and Lookout Mountain Golf Club. Reach 11 Sports Complex and Desert Ridge Marketplace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

26 January 2025

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

Cozy and Comfortable Little House

This is the cutest little guest house. The host communicated so well that I felt very comfortable when I arrived. The place was well equipped with everything that you need. They definitely go above and beyond to make sure they you are comfortable and enjoy your stay. Cleanliness is very important, and the place was very clean. It was definitely a space you can enjoy hanging out in!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John and Shirley L.

2 March 2022

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

Comfortable and convenient

Great view of the mountains, easily walkable, good beds, nice kitchen, nice outdoor space

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

21 October 2017

Great Stay

Daniel and Rosemarie’s guest house was the perfect spot for my visit to Phoenix. It has easy access to the highways and the house is perfect for up to 4 guests. The house had all the amenities you would need for a visit. The kitchen and bathroom were very up to date.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

27 November 2017

Phoenix Getaway

This guest home was perfect for my family of 4. We had privacy, more service than we anticipated from the owners and the location was perfect for us as we wanted to be near mountains for some walking/hiking. Our hosts, Daniel and Rosemarie were wonderful to us and even more wonderful to our young children, we felt safe and that all of our needs were met. I would highly recommend this home as it was clean, modern and had all the bells and whistles. Again, the hosts truly made our stay pleasant and would definitely return and recommend this home to our friends. Thank you for an amazing stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

laura m.

5 January 2018

Above my Expectations!

I traveled to Phoenix from Houston to watch a high school basketball tournament over the Christmas break. Prior to booking this home, I spent time researching whether to stay in a hotel or rent through VRBO. I am so glad that I found Daniel and Rosemarie’s guesthouse. It is the PERFECT blend of the BEST things hotels and rentals offer. We had the spaciousness and convenience of a home with a wonderful modern kitchen and living room with a large television and sofa and a huge bathroom with laundry (I also liked that the bathroom was not attached to either bedroom - making it feel more private). Unlike some other rentals, this guest house was stocked with everything we needed for our 5 night stay. The food in the pantry and refrigerator was so nice to have and complemented the additional items we purchased once we went to the grocery store. The extra shampoo and hand lotion and Body wash were such nice touches. This guest house was perfectly situated right off HWY 51 making it easy for us to get to Tempe, Airport, downtown Phoenix and the Scottsdale area. The neighborhood was so peaceful and quiet. We walked the trails in the mornings into the mountain preserve which was just steps away. A sliding glass door opened from the living room onto a small private patio area from where we enjoyed watching the sun set. When it was time to leave, there wasn’t a long list of chores the owners required us to do. We weren’t asked to strip beds or wash towels or sweep the floor which was great because we had to leave at 4:30am to catch a flight. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful, and thank you for the Christmas Gifts. Even though Daniel and Rosemarie were traveling for the holidays, they left us Christmas presents and let us check in early. Their wonderful neighbors met us at the home when our flight arrived and walked us through the guest house answering all our questions. It was a great week and I hope to come back soon!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

SARA C., Castle Rock, CO USA

2 January 2022

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

Phoenix Getaway

Great little property in Phoenix! Nicely appointed with everything you need to be comfortable. Really appreciated the touch points by Daniel before and during our stay to ensure we were situated with the property. Well stocked kitchen with basic staples in the fridge and cupboards for us! Overall, great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathie S., Gundershoffen France

1 November 2021

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

Excellente maison d'hôtes

Je recommande vivement cette location

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

9 June 2021

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

Hidden treasure in NE Phoenix

Beautifully decorated two bedroom place, outfitted with great amenities (big TV, espresso machine, etc.) Warm, friendly hosts, who were very accommodating. I recommend to anyone staying in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffnie J.

5 May 2021

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

This is THE PLACE for you!!!

This place is truly an oasis in the hills of Phoenix , AZ! Daniel and Rosemarie are outstanding hosts who will provide you with a safe, beautiful place to stay at a very reasonable price. They are so thoughtful in the way they prepare for your stay even down to stocking the fridge with a few items prior to your arrival (i.e. milk, juice, water, butter, etc.) The rental comes with King sized beds; a gorgeous kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and wonderful dishes and cooking utensils; a stunning bathroom with double sinks; quiet modern washer and dryer; a large flat screen TV with access to numerous cable stations as well as streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney, HBO Max, and Amazon prime video. It also comes with a relaxing patio and a gas grill. ALL of this is in a quiet neighborhood, yet just less than fifteen minutes away from Wal Mart, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, a Mall, and a wide selection of restaurants. Whether for a couple of days or a couple of weeks, do not miss out on this one!! Thank you Daniel and Rosemarie for everything!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 March 2021

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

Felt Like Home

I just wanted to say we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood was really great. The house is exactly as pictured and the owners are fantastic. They thought of everything even provided items in the fridge for us. Great outdoor patio space and also awesome water pressure in the shower! We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

8 February 2021

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

Just what we needed

Pictures are up to date. This is a lovely two bedroom with one bathroom, (two sinks!), a nice washer and dryer, full kitchen, and patio with a gas grill. It was stocked with some food items and cleaning supplies. The owners live on the other side of the duplex and were very available by phone if we needed anything. They were happy to assist me with a package that arrived prior to our arrival. Such joyful and conscientious people. No hesitation to stay there again.

Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

7 August 2020

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

A pleasant surprise!!!

We booked this rental at the last minute. For some reason, the address that we had picked initially was not this address. This must have been a glitch in VRBO's system because we had double checked before we submitted the payment online. We had some initial apprehensions but boy, did we luck out!! First of all, this rental is in a quiet and nice neighborhood. The place is immaculate, well furnished and beautiful. There is nothing that we needed that we did not find there. The kitchen and the bathroom were stocked with everything one could possibly need during a trip. The owners were very nice and friendly people; attentive but not overly so. They gave us our space but were there if we needed them. What really blew us away was how sweet and thoughtful they were. We had come to Arizona to be with our daughter who just had a baby and the owners took time out to get us a gift for the baby!! THAT is hands down the sweetest thing they could have done. We will definitely rent this place again when we come back to Arizona. Thanks so much, Daniel and Rosemarie!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John B.

28 March 2020

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

Cut Short by Covid-19

Nice property just a few miles west of Scottsdale. Super friendly and accommodating hosts who live in the other half of the property. Quiet and private including your own patio. Very well provisioned. We left for home five days early due to the Coronavirus. VRBO has chosen not to do refunds like AirbNb has. Host offered us five free nights in the future which was appreciated.

Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Don S., Trumansburg

8 March 2020

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

Very pleasant

Excellent facilities, charming hosts. Kitchen was generously well stocked. Far better than any rental unit we have experienced. Disappointed that we weren't able to see the surrounding mountains from our cottage. View was entirely blocked by tall foliage. Neighborhood is crowded and neighbor's dog barked all day long.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

8 February 2020

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

Great place to stay

I love this property! It is immaculate and well-provisioned. Daniel and Rosemary went out of their way to meet my needs. It is in a nice neighborhood. I discovered a hiking trail 1.5 blocks away for a walk up a mountain. This is a great place.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

27 December 2018

Return visit for us. Comfortable and convenient.

Quiet neighborhood, charming host, well-appointed house.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M., Charleston, SC

8 November 2018

AMAZING!

I cannot say enough about this clean, cute little place... My 69 year old mother and I were in town to visit my cousins new-born baby and we wanted to stay close by her place and we stumbled upon this! It FOR SURE Exceeded my expectations! Daniel & Rosemarie left several grocery items that were high end and yummy! The place was spotless... Bedding was lovely... Bathroom was amazing! Soaps, Lotions, Shampoos! WOW.... I wouldn't have packed all mine had I known ;) HaHaHa! Thank you Daniel & Rosemarie for one of my most enjoyable VRBO Experiences!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Kandi C.

9 May 2018

Awesome house

Exceeded my expectations!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 March 2018

Beautiful property which is well located in the Phoenix area.

Four of us were in Phoenix for a concert which was downtown. This property was in a great location. It was very easy to get to the airport, downtown and Old Town Scottsdale. Daniel and Rosemarie were the perfect hosts. They personally greeted us, which was great and it gave us an opportunity to ask questions. The place is beautifully decorated, very clean and stocked with all the necessities in the bathroom. We were also pleasantly surprised to find many items in the refrigerator and cupboards for our use. We couldn’t have been more pleased with this VRBO. I highly recommend it and will refer my friends and family to this lovely rental whenever I can. I will be back! Thank You Daniel and Rosemarie for a wonderful stay. Diane Henderson, Nv

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

22 February 2018

Loved it!

Beautiful guest house with great location! We had a girls' getaway here and had a wonderful time. We would love to come again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

18 December 2017

North Phoenix get-away

Perfect size for a couple and wonderful location, minutes from multiple hiking trails in the desert. Daniel and his doggies were perfect hosts, we were only sorry we never got to meet Rosemarie! We would love to stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

4 November 2017

Daniel and Rosemarie were excellent hosts! They made sure we had everything we needed.

The property was perfect for us and very well kept. We were greeted by Daniel upon arrival and shown around. He and Rosemarie were very helpful with planning daily excursions and so friendly, we will stay here again on our next trip to the area. We did not have to ask for anything but if we had I'm sure they would have accommodated us.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

2 November 2017

Beautiful modern guest house

We were delighted with this beautiful guest house. We were greeted by Daniel on our arrival and every effort was made to make sure we had everything we needed. The rooms were modern, thoughtfully decorated and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the laundry area a welcome site after two weeks of traveling. Daniel and Rosemarie were charming hosts and even provided some initial coffee, cream and small breakfast items for us eliminating a need to shop on arrival. The patio area in back was private and allowed us a place to enjoy morning coffee and evening glasses of wine when the sun was not as hot. We have rented several times through Home Away and this guest house did not disappoint us! We would love to stay here again ourselves and recommend this house to anyone looking for a site in the Phoenix area.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

BOBBIE H., EL PASO, TEXAS

27 September 2017

HEAVENLY GET AWAY!

THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME I USED VRBO AND I AM SO HAPPY WITH MY CHOICE. DANIEL WAS INFORMATIVE AND COURTEOUS. ALTHOUGH, WE DIDN'T MEET HIS WIFE, SHE WAS VERY ATTENTIVE BY PLACING A FEW ITEMS IN THE FRIDGE AND HAD ALL THE MUST HAVE ITEMS IN THE KITCHEN. THE PLACE WAS IMPECCABLY CLEAN. THE HOME IS VERY WELL KEPT UP AND THE DECORATIONS AND SMALL TOUCHES ARE WARM AND COMFORTABLE. YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR RIGHT AT HOME. THE NEIGHBORHOOD WAS PEACEFUL AND SO QUIET. THE AREA HAS A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS AND IN THE EARLY MORNINGS YOU CAN SIT OUTSIDE IN THE PATIO AND LISTEN TO THE BIRDS CHIRPING. WE LOOK FORWARD TO GOING BACK ON OUR NEXT VISIT. A HEAVENLY GET AWAY WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND. THANK YOU DANIEL AND ROSEMARY.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Art L., El Paso, Texas

18 August 2017

Very clean comfortable and convenient

The property was just as pictured. Great living room and modern curved tv. Kitchen was well equipped. The bathroom is extremely roomy, the washer and dryer are very modern and easy to use. Very quiet neighborhood in a very nice area. Bedrooms are roomy with nice comfortable beds. We will definitely return. Our host returned our call for a simple question we had in a timely manner, was very polite and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Doolittle

I'm a single mom with two amazing teens. I play and give pickleball lessons in my spare time, working remotely full time so I am available to assist with any needs.

If you want anything before you arrive or while you’re here, we have a store:

https://app.thehost.co/1782/

Why they chose this property

17 minutes from the annual Scottsdale TPC PGA Tour; 20 minutes from Sky Harbor airport. Nested in a beautiful neighborhood by a mountain with public hiking, our charming guest house is the perfect place for people visiting the area either for business or pleasure.

It is centrally located with easy access the 51 and 101 freeways. Check the Guidebook for suggestions!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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