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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8230 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Tucson, AZ

Saguaro National Park4 min drive
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base11 min drive
Pima Air and Space Museum17 min drive
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)24 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great house and yard, and extremely responsive hosts. Especially good location if you plan to visit the East half of Sag...

Dan F.

Mar 25, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Desert Sunset

1 King Bed

Office/Trundle Bed

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Southwest Traditional

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Private bath for primary bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park

Near the Loop and a 4 minute drive to Saguaro National Park, our spacious, private home is perfect for the outdoor adventurist. After a day of hiking and desert exploration, relax in the spa and heated pool. Our Santa Fe style house has dedicated office space and an open floor plan, so its great for cooking meals and socializing. You’ll enjoy spectacular mountain views and breathtaking sunsets. Includes garage parking, W/D, fireplace, bbq. Located 25 minutes from downtown and the Tucson Airport.

Property manager

Matt Cramer

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or The BLOC climbing + fitness. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

Saguaro National Park - 4 min drive
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 11 min drive
Park Place Mall - 12 min drive
Pima Air and Space Museum - 17 min drive
University of Arizona - 20 min drive

Getting around

Tucson Station - 20 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬5 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park have a pool?

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

Is Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Saguaro National Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Rincon Mountain Visitor Center. Freeman Homestead Trail and B & B Cactus Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

21 June 2024

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

Perfect Tucson House

We loved our stay at Ocotillo House. The home is very clean and spacious. We enjoyed the pool and outdoor areas which were clean and had shaded areas to sit. The location is close to restaurants and groceries. The owners, Matt and Clint checked in with us to make sure everything was ok. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

25 Mar 2024

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

Ocotillo Awesome

Great house and yard, and extremely responsive hosts. Especially good location if you plan to visit the East half of Saguaro National Park (or the other open spaces East of Tucson - Tanque Verde Falls is amazing when there's water in it). Had a little more street noise than we anticipated, but this was a minor issue. I've stayed in a lot of VRBOs and this is a great house with great hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Knoxville,Tennessee

17 Mar 2024

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

Fantastic home! Even better than the pictures !

Beautifully decorated home with tons of space! This home makes relaxing easy! We used the pool and hot tub multiple times a day. This home has everything you could possibly need. The guide they provide of the area was our key to finding the best food. Our kids didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay B.

14 Mar 2024

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

Wonderful family stay

Great

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G., Maple Valley, WA

4 Mar 2024

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

Perfect House in the Perfect Location!

We had an absolutely perfect stay at the Ocotillo House. We are from the Seattle area and wanted to see actual sun and be in some warm weather and this place was ideal. The house is bigger than it seems in photos and really clean and well stocked. Everything you could think of was provided. The pool and spa and backyard were amazing. We spent most of our time out there. I really can't say enough about how great this place was. The owners are super responsive and I appreciated that. We'd love to come back here next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

17 Feb 2024

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

Midwest meets Ocotillo House

All visiting guests were from MN & OH, many who had not been to Tucson before this trip. The home made us feel welcome and comfortable right from the start. The owners were very helpful in making our vacation a brief but spectacular moment(s). We would definitely be willing to book again, if we get back to the Tucson area. Thanks to Matt & Clint for making their place available.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

10 Feb 2024

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

Family Fun

Beautiful desert property! We made good use of the heated pool/spa. Loved all the outdoor sitting nooks. The spacious back porch and open floor plan suited our crew of 6. We had such a good time together: there were comfortable spaces indoors and out, so togetherness and aloneness were equally possible. Hosts were always available and never intrusive! 😊 Thank you Matt and Clint

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles Q.

22 Dec 2023

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

Tucson in December

Very nice house as described in listing. Close to hiking trails and National Park which is a plus. Communication with host was excellent. Would definitely return and highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

12 Nov 2023

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

Beyond Expectation

Beautiful home, spacious, well decorated, well stocked, clean. The patio and pool deck are so relaxing. Beds are comfortable, roomy and lots of closet space. We were in Tucson for a lacrosse tournament, the whole family came and this home fit us well. The pool and spa were very relaxing. Any questions we had were addressed immediately and Matt always had the solution. We’d come back in a heartbeat.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

14 Sept 2023

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

Fantastic Stay at Ocotillo House!

We absolutely loved our stay! The house is so comfortable, we loved the layout. I actually enjoyed working in the office space. The master bath was pure luxury. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. More than enough pool towels, super comfortable patio and a pool we couldn’t get enough of. Beautiful sunsets every night. Love the location close to Saguaro NP East and 15 minutes to downtown. We hope to stay again soon. Matt and Clint are wonderful hosts and a pleasure to deal with! Thanks guys!!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

9 July 2023

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

Perfect Desert Oasis

Loved staying at the Ocotillo House! The house was well appointed and had lots of great spaces to relax. The backyard patio was wonderful for morning coffee and bird watching and the sunsets from the pool area were beautiful! Communication with the hosts could not have been better. We loved our “home away from home”.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

18 June 2023

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

Arizona Stay

Great location and amenities. We had a great first time family trip to Arizona and would certainly recommend considering this property. Owner was very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

21 Feb 2023

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

Tucson desert villa

Perfect desert casa for three generations of family. Beautiful living areas, pool and spa, comfy beds, and lovely desert landscaping. So close to everything- restaurants, grocery stores, saguaro national park is 3 miles away. Loved our time at Ocotillo House !

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene L.

18 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful Property and Fantastic Host

The house was perfect for my family of 6. House was very clean and had all the items you would need. Pool and hot tub was the favorite spot for my family. Matt and Clint were very responsive and checked in with me several times during our stay to make sure everything was ok and if we needed anything. I would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

16 Nov 2022

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

Beautiful Inside and Out!

My family and I stayed in Tucson for a wedding and I was in charge of booking a house to stay. Everyone was more than pleased with the house! It had everything we needed and wanted. Beautiful minimalistic decorations, plenty of space and all the comforts of home! But the outdoor space is a dream. Hot tub, pool, shaded lounging areas well as breath taking views! Clint and Matt were available to answer any questions in a very timely manner. Look no further and book The Ocotillo House- you won’t regret it!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

9 Nov 2022

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed this property. Great entertaining house with the pool and hot tub, and plenty of room for the 7 of us. Communication with the owner was great as well. They responded quickly and were always available to help if needed. Overall would definitely recommend and will probably be back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matt Cramer

We live in Denver, Colorado but are drawn to the desert and all the unique experiences it provides.

Tucson serves as our gateway to the amazing Sonoran Desert. There are tons of hiking trails and outdoor activities so we always find somewhere new to explore. The wildlife is abundant and the flora is spectacularly unique - especially when the cactuses are in bloom. It’s magical!

The city of Tucson, nestled in between two mountain ranges, is known for its cutting edge cuisine and has a lively food scene. We love checking out new breweries and wineries. Tucson is big enough to offer anything you need but small enough to feel like it cares that you’re there.

Why they chose this property

Our home is minutes away from Saguaro National Park and tons of great hiking. We’re a bit away from downtown so we feel closer to the outdoors and appreciate the dark skies. You can gaze at the stars from the spa at night - it’s amazing! The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful and our yard is full of native vegetation.

What makes this property unique

We’ve always loved the Sante Fe/adobe style houses so were immediately drawn to this house. The inside is modern, spacious, and open, which is ideal for family get togethers. Aside from the heated pool and in ground spa, the outside space is large and private. We commonly see an amazing array of birds and lizards visiting our yard. Quails stop in for an occasional visit. It feels so vibrant and full of life.