Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse

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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Tucson, AZ

Broadway Trail13 min walk
Saguaro National Park13 min walk
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base21 min drive
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Private and comfortable guesthouse nestled next to the National park. Perfect for hiking, mountain biking bird-watching horseback riding and nature lovers. Unbelievable Mountain View's and Lush Landscaping. A true western experience with anything that you would need. Fire-pit, bbq and all amenities. Fluffy King bed and flat screen TVs . Wifi, games, movies, books. The property is on a dirt road on a 5-acre ranch that is gated and fenced and completely secluded. Dogs, horses ,cats, chickens on the property. Deceptively secluded because its location off Broadway and Speedway provides you with ease to get to anywhere. Located within the Tanque Verde Valley, it's close to Mt. Lemon, golf courses/ranges, the University of Arizona (20 minute drive), sightseeing, Wild West tours, Exploring the desert, hiking, and great dining. Visit friends or relatives nearby in a real home setting that is completely private. Very tranquil and restful or a great adventure.. A photographers dream. I have a gym membership at Forty Niner Country Club so I can give you the key to the pool and the workout facilities while you enjoy your stay I can recommend any restaurant in town that will suit your needs.

Property manager

Meg Swain

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Kids must be supervised. Cactus, snakes, horses

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99

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

Tucson

This guesthouse is located in Tanque Verde, a neighbourhood in Tucson, and is in a rural area and in the mountains. Pima Air and Space Museum is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. B & B Cactus Farm and Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

Broadway Trail - 13 min walk
Saguaro National Park - 13 min walk
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 21 min drive
Sabino Canyon - 23 min drive
Pima Air and Space Museum - 27 min drive

Getting around

Tucson Station - 26 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Knightly's Ranch Guesthouse located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this guesthouse in Tanque Verde is in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Broadway Trail and Saguaro National Park, and is convenient for winter sports, such as sledging. B & B Cactus Farm and 49er Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

10 Feb 2024

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

Great rural location

Very comfortable, close to hiking, away from city hustle and bustle.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Liz W.

25 Mar 2022

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

Great quiet location

We loved this place mainly because it feels out in the country but is very convenient to the grocery store, restaurants, etc. You can walk to Saguaro East, the dogs and horses are great and the bed is fabulous! The photos are accurate - the house has a lot of stuff in it so if you can't handle clutter, this is not the place for you. Meg was a wonderful host and we hope to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S., STILLWATER

1 Feb 2022

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

Ranch guesthouse getaway

The definition of laid-back and rustic, this comfortable guesthouse is furnished with an eclectic collection of new-and-old western/southwestern furniture, artwork, books, mementos, and curios that reflect years’ worth of curation by the owner/family who also owns the horses on site and the dogs that monitor the entrance for you in exchange for snack treats (the horses favor carrot treats, but will put up with apples if that’s what you have; the dogs are willing to work for cheese sticks.) The kitchen and pantry are well-equipped and generously stocked, there is seating indoors and out for reading, lounging, enjoying the wine left for us by the host, novel-writing, and cactus-gazing, and the Mt.-Lemmon-high cloud of a king-size bed is mercifully slow to kick you out unless you have early plans for the day. Two large-screen electronic centers are available – we didn’t drive 1800 miles to Tucson to watch TV, so we can’t vouch for them. If the bathroom is on the small side, it is nonetheless entirely suitable to every purpose – and never once did two adults who like long showers come close to using up the hot water. The location was part of the draw for us: far enough away and close enough to the busy core of Tucson. The trails of the eastern part of Saguaro National Park are within 2 minutes’ drive or a few more minutes’ walk for the spry, yet two of our favorite dining experiences were within ten minutes’ drive. Yes, if you wish to visit locations on the western or the foothills sides of town, there will be a bit of travel. That’s the trade-off for the private, quiet, semi-rural location. There's a locked gate, so whoever rides shotgun will be getting in and out to attend to it when you drive somewhere. This was our second stay at this property, the first being some 7 years earlier, with second-marriage plans (it’s a long story.) With the world going crazy, it’s hard to say when we might be back in the area (we’ve VRBO-d in all parts of the country, with more parts to go.) Half of our party did a plein air oil painting of the scene looking north from the property gate, so we’ll be able to remember where we were, even without GPS. Finally, there are many, many photos of the property on this site, so do your research.

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy H., Boulder, CO

25 Mar 2020

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

Great location for hiking and birding

Comfortable and quiet location with lot's of privacy. Shower could have been hotter and cleaner. Cluttered but comfortable. Plenty of food items left behind by previous occupants.

8/10 Good

Dennis O.

23 Mar 2018

Rustic, quiet retreat.

Beautiful scenery of the mountains, good place to take your dog. Owners so nice.

10/10 Excellent

John K., Springfield, MA.

19 Feb 2018

More than a little charm

This is the place you want to stay if: you enjoy great scenery, love animals, enjoy the desert solitude, and want something different than a cookie cutter apartment. It is a guest house that sits on the same property as a main house but is stand alone. We very much enjoyed our one week there and Meg, the host, was very accessible and helpful to us. She even got us a discount at her golf course when we played. We also fell in love with her dog, Abby, who was always by our side and wanting to play catch. All in all, a fun week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

1 July 2017

Such a warm and gracious hostess!!

Meg is such a kind and generous hostess. She's not intrusive in any way but she's so willing to be of assistance! The guest house has lots of interesting memorabilia - just the place if you want to really experience the feeling of the old west. It's a short walk away from Saguaro National Park East and all the lovely trails there-Tucson's desert is like no other! So beautiful! We slept like babies in the peaceful quiet. Thank you for everything Meg!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M., Gold Canyon, AZ

10 May 2017

Great relaxing weekend

The guest house is complete with everything you need. We were close to hiking and nice drives for exploring. Meg is very accommodating too and we loved the dogs and horses at this desert getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Alexandria, VA

3 May 2017

Very happy!

This was a great space...literally walking distance to the trailheads into the park. Highly recommend for anyone who just needs a comfortable space to stay while they explore the magnificent Saguaro National Park. We'll definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

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

2/10 Terrible

Wayne J.

28 Apr 2017

Cluttered & filthy

We were so looking forward to this stay, but were appalled as soon as we walked in the door. The place was just plain filthy. The property is out in the country area of Tucson and is all dirt roads to get there. But, it wasn't just dusty. Every surface (couch, chairs, countertops) were gross. We could only have a cold breakfast, because what you could find of the kitchenette countertops were dirty. I made the mistake of trying to wipe the counter off, and the sponge was black, literally. There is a stove in there, but it appears to be used only for storage. I was going to use a cutting board to cut some fruit, but it was gross. Cobwebs and spiders were bad. She has some nice antique furniture in there, but such big pieces created obstacle courses throughout the place. I am sorry to write such an awful review but for the money it cost us, it was unacceptable.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017

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

8/10 Good

Ellen P.

30 Mar 2017

Unique Ranch Guest House

This is a very unique guest house located on a small ranch within walking distance of several hiking trails in Saguaro National Park. We thoroughly enjoyed our daily morning hikes. The owner was helpful and gave us great area restaurant suggestions. If you are looking for a unique, peaceful spot complete with horses and very friendly household pets, this is it!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

DAMON C., SAN FRANCISCO, CA

17 Mar 2017

She was great

Meg was amazing. This place was great. To start not 30 minutes after getting there, our stupid city dog stepped in a cactus. I called her to see if she knew any good vets in the area. She said don't spend that money on a vet, I'll be right over. She brought gloves and tweezers to remove the thorns. Saved us a ton on bills. He didn't do that again. She brought over a ton of firewood for me and my visiting local family to have a bon fire in the fire pit. The teens loved it. She said there's a ton of apples and carrots in the fridge. Feed them to the horses anytime you like. We'ld do it every day. The place itself has everything. I mean everything. Unique knick knacks everywhere. It's comfortable, cozy, and homey. I can't thank her enough for for the dog and letting us rent this great place. P.S. Sunrise over the Rincons each morning is stunning.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2016

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

8/10 Good

Dawn R.

16 Mar 2017

Dawn

This place was just what we needed...quiet and close to our family that lives nearby. It was very comfortable and well-stocked with everything we needed. Meg was great and even brought over her entire medicine cabinet when I came down with a cold. Thanks Meg! I would stay at this property again.

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele J., New Richmond Wisconsin

12 Mar 2017

Friendly and perfect ranch style experience.

Everything you could need and more.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

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

8/10 Good

Susan G.

2 Jan 2017

Out of the way mini-ranch near East Saguaro NP

This place has character. You have to love animals, because you will be welcomed by a loving dog and attentive cats. The bed is extremely cozy and comfortable, and the couch can sleep a third person comfortably. Everything you need is there--if you want to cook or grill, everything is there with a small counter top oven. Take a morning hike in Saguaro NP and enjoy the view from the guest house. Because of the 20-minute drive from downtown, you get a great view of the park and Mt. Lemmon, as well as the night sky.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

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

8/10 Good

Janelle B.

22 Oct 2016

Comfortable. As advertised

We were looking for a quiet comfortable place to relax and recharge for a long weekend. The guest home was perfect setting out of the city activity. Well stocked kitchen with all the cooking necessities. Enjoyed the sunrise with a cup of coffee. Fire pit available for the chilled evening if wanted. We were talking about a return longer trip before the end of the first day.

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

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry K.

20 Oct 2016

Fantastic stay!

Was outstanding,very hospitable, gorgeous and friendly!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

About the host

Hosted by Meg Swain

Hi, I am meg. originally from the East Coast I am a resident of 35 years of Tucson. I know all of the restaurants, events and attractions, I can be useful and helpful. I work long hours as a mortgage banker so you will have a ton of privacy. The animals on my property are loved and cherished pets, they are are all friendly and docile. They will be your best friends if you love them. I am usually working and not around the ranch but am available to answer your messages, or texts if needed. It is my joy to rent out the guesthouse space for guests all over the world to experience an escape amongst Saguaro National Park.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful, secure, Ranch Guest House on a fenced and gated private property that backs up to the National Park with horse trails and hiking galore. Access to trails, golf, fishing, birding, photographers dream, skiing ,hiking. local biking and horseback riding. Lush landscaping with wildlife and secluded but easy access to anywhere in Tucson. Western setting user-friendly site. A ranch on a dirt road with horses, dogs and chickens. stargazing & sunsets. The moon every night is Yours!

What makes this property unique

This is an experience like no other. With every amenity one could imagine and a private home space in the desert all for yourself. Be in the tranquility and light a fire with a glass of wine. Experience the real Wild Wild West and get in touch with your inner cowboy. Along with the peace & quiet, you have a full kitchen, private bathroom, private porch, a library of books, a desk, Wi-fi access, cozy beds, and wildlife surroundings. You can't find this anywhere else.