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Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca

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Backyard pool with hot tub and views of the Catalina Mountains
Backyard pool with great views
Back of Home
Front of home with circular drive
Front foyer with sitting area
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8235 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Pima County, AZ
  • Popular LocationTucson Mountain Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationStarr Pass Golf Club10 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Tucson Studios10 min drive
  • AirportTucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)23 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca

Casita Blanca is nestled on the edges of the Tucson Mountains with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the twinkle of the city lights at night.  Relax on one of the three patios and watch brewing monsoon storms or observe deer and other desert animals roam about our near one acre of natural Sonoran Desert. Casita Blanca is minutes from downtown Tucson, shopping and dining, as well as the University of Arizona, yet is surrounded by mountain ridges and hiking trails, providing almost everyone with something to do. 
Casita Blanca has 4 bedrooms, two of which are both master bedrooms with en suites, and 3 full bathrooms. Relax in the open concept sitting area with views right outside the sliding glass doors or step outside onto the patio and watch the sunset over the mountains. The kitchen comes fully equipped with all utensils needed to make large meal!  25 pet fee per night
*MAX 3 Car parking*
The peaceful and serene landscape that surrounds the house along with the views will leave you amazed, do not miss out! Book your stay now at Casita Blanca!

Property manager

Andy and Shelby Dougherty

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Tucson

This holiday home is located in Tucson Estates, a neighbourhood in Tucson. Starr Pass Golf Club and El Rio Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saguaro National Park and Sweetwater Preserve. International Wildlife Museum and Old Tucson Studios are also worth visiting.
Map
Pima County, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tucson Mountain Park - 1 min walk
  • Starr Pass Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Old Tucson Studios - 10 min drive
  • University of Arizona - 14 min drive
  • Tucson Mall - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Daisy Mae's Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca have a pool?

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

Is Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Desert Retreat - Casita Blanca located?

Located in Tucson Estates, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tucson Mountain Park and International Wildlife Museum. Tucson Mountains is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Boilard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We appreciated very much this house. Andrew was always available to answer any questions. The hot tub was the reward after a good hike .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool mid century modern home in the western hills of Tucson.
We really enjoyed this comfortable home. We are fans of mid century modern homes and this one has been well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Hannah B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Probably the worst communication of any VRBO stay
I want to start by saying the location is good and the house has a lot of positives. But the major negative is the communication of the owner or manager, Andy. Before we arrived, he sent an email saying we could call, text, or email with any questions. I emailed the day before about an early check in and received no response. I then texted the day of and got no response. I finally received the okay to check in 1 hour before the original check in. When we arrived to the house, the cleaners were still there and they told us one of the master showers was plugged and wouldn’t work. The shower looked like there was raw sewage in it. I texted Andy who said nothing other than “a plumber has been called.” Well it turns out that no plumber had been called. I asked the next day and he said that he actually hadn’t been able to schedule a single plumber but “we could leave if we weren’t satisfied with the property.” Given that we had 2 toddlers and my parents staying with us, it was obviously very difficult to find a new house last minute. I could make do with one less shower but there was just absolutely no apology or plan/communication from Andy. I told him I found this unacceptable and he never responded after that. A plumber never showed up the entire 7 days we were there. But on the last day we were there, a work crew showed up before 6am in the morning to start laying turf in the back yard with very loud music. Don’t stay here if you value a competent host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot in the desert
This was a great spot just outside of Tucson. The house had plenty of room, and the hot tub and patio were great after a long day. The sunrises in the morning were also pretty spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home! Lovely Location!
The home definitely provides the "Wow Factor" both inside and out! It's perched up on a small hill with beautiful views of the desert and mountains. We were very impressed with how the house presented itself. It was clean and is nicely decorated. The property manager was also fantastic and helpful. Thank you for making our stay in Tucson wonderful! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely large house with beautiful view
The property is lovely and house has lots of space inside and out for gathering together. The pool is lovely, and the hot tub was well used looking up at the stars at night! 2 master bedrooms are large and the one is very large. Sound carries easily around the house so put your light sleepers in the furthest room. Andy was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N., TUCSON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully remodeled
We enjoyed our stay in this beautifully remodeled home near Gates Pass in the Tucson Mountain area. The owner was accessible by phone, and the home was well stocked with amenities and thoughtful extras to make our stay more enjoyable. The location was great for our son's wedding at Cocoraque Ranch and we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location overlooking Tucson
Great location up in the hills overlooking Tucson. Easy drive to downtown or hiking. Good size house for families. Newly remodeled, clean ranch style house. Good communication from owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andy and Shelby Dougherty

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English
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