10/10 Excellent
Lance S.
29 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Lance S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12162.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Phoenix, AZ
- Oasis Water Park5 min drive
- Arizona Grand Golf Course5 min drive
- Arizona Mills Mall5 min drive
- Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Back Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bunkbed Bedroom w/ Trundle - (1) Full + (2) Twins
3 Double Bunk Beds
Front Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
En-suite Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Guest Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included
Your private boutique style resort awaits w/ a FREE HEATED POOL, among the South Mountain foothills, with resort-style pool/furnishing & impressive desert mural for all the photo ops. This 4-bedroom and 2-bathroom house with mountain views, has plenty of space to gather in & out. Plus, plenty of adventure nearby! Sleeps up to 10 people.
Check us out on IG @desertskiesaz for a reel video & see more!
Convenient & safe location: in the Awahtukee Foothills area, walking distance to South Mountain with miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. This quiet family neighborhood has a new park/playground just across the street. The house comes with loads of games to use at the park and in the house!
Plenty of golf courses, casinos, wedding venues, dining, water adventures (paddle boards included) & loads of family entertainment nearby! Plus, only 11 minutes from Sky Habor airport and close to I-10.
Perfect for families, couples, get away seekers and/or adventure enthusiast!
Families - have no fear with baby proofing latches on all doors and lots of children items. The glass sliders have child proof latches, so you can choose when kids have access to outdoor/pool spaces. We can even provide “paddle jumper” life vests for toddlers. Child locks on bedroom doors is a game changer when traveling with toddlers!
The resort style pool (heated) makes it hard to leave and there is no shortage of entertainment for all ages, to stay a while. The house comes w/ an indoor & outdoor fireplace, many games, and things to do for all ages!
Included with the house
- (2) stand up paddle boards
- (2) beach chairs
- (1) large rolling cooler and (1) smaller cooler
- (1) Bluetooth speaker
Games
-volleyball
-basketball (small)
-tennis rackets
-pickleball set
-what do you meme
-taco cats card game
-uno card game
And more!
Family related bonuses!
- (2) toddler/baby hiking carriers
- (1) pack-n-play with sheets
- (1) high-chair
- plastic plates and bowls
- “paddle jumper” life vests for toddlers
- child proof locks on all doors, including latches for the sliders to pool
Close by:
Western Star Park w/ new playground, sand volleyball, soccer fields, basketball, tennis: 2 min walk
South Mountain Trails: 5 min walk
PHX Sky Harbor Airport: 11 min drive
Pima Canyon Trail (South Mountain): 5 min drive
Dessert Classic Trail connect: 5 minute walk
Ahwatukee Golf Club: 4 min drive
ASU - Tempe: 15 min drive
Places to paddle board: 15-30 min drive
Old Town Scottsdale: 20 min drive
Dining: plenty within walking distance or a short drive
Secrets Garden Wedding Venue: 15 min drive
Parking: 2 driveway spaces and 2 garage spaces (by request in advanced for garage)
Dedicated work space: located in a bedroom for focus or work at the bistro table with lots of natural light and views.
NO PARTIES OR ADDITIONAL GUESTS WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. MUST BE 25 or older to book and must be present.
Check us out on IG @desertskiesaz for a reel video & see more!
Convenient & safe location: in the Awahtukee Foothills area, walking distance to South Mountain with miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. This quiet family neighborhood has a new park/playground just across the street. The house comes with loads of games to use at the park and in the house!
Plenty of golf courses, casinos, wedding venues, dining, water adventures (paddle boards included) & loads of family entertainment nearby! Plus, only 11 minutes from Sky Habor airport and close to I-10.
Perfect for families, couples, get away seekers and/or adventure enthusiast!
Families - have no fear with baby proofing latches on all doors and lots of children items. The glass sliders have child proof latches, so you can choose when kids have access to outdoor/pool spaces. We can even provide “paddle jumper” life vests for toddlers. Child locks on bedroom doors is a game changer when traveling with toddlers!
The resort style pool (heated) makes it hard to leave and there is no shortage of entertainment for all ages, to stay a while. The house comes w/ an indoor & outdoor fireplace, many games, and things to do for all ages!
Included with the house
- (2) stand up paddle boards
- (2) beach chairs
- (1) large rolling cooler and (1) smaller cooler
- (1) Bluetooth speaker
Games
-volleyball
-basketball (small)
-tennis rackets
-pickleball set
-what do you meme
-taco cats card game
-uno card game
And more!
Family related bonuses!
- (2) toddler/baby hiking carriers
- (1) pack-n-play with sheets
- (1) high-chair
- plastic plates and bowls
- “paddle jumper” life vests for toddlers
- child proof locks on all doors, including latches for the sliders to pool
Close by:
Western Star Park w/ new playground, sand volleyball, soccer fields, basketball, tennis: 2 min walk
South Mountain Trails: 5 min walk
PHX Sky Harbor Airport: 11 min drive
Pima Canyon Trail (South Mountain): 5 min drive
Dessert Classic Trail connect: 5 minute walk
Ahwatukee Golf Club: 4 min drive
ASU - Tempe: 15 min drive
Places to paddle board: 15-30 min drive
Old Town Scottsdale: 20 min drive
Dining: plenty within walking distance or a short drive
Secrets Garden Wedding Venue: 15 min drive
Parking: 2 driveway spaces and 2 garage spaces (by request in advanced for garage)
Dedicated work space: located in a bedroom for focus or work at the bistro table with lots of natural light and views.
NO PARTIES OR ADDITIONAL GUESTS WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. MUST BE 25 or older to book and must be present.
Property manager
taylor towles
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Phoenix
Located in Ahwatukee Foothills, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Arizona Mills Mall and Chandler Fashion Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tempe Town Lake and Camelback Mountain. Travelling with kids? Make time for Phoenix Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Chase Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Phoenix, AZ
What's nearby
- Oasis Water Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Arizona Grand Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Arizona Mills Mall - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
- Arizona State University - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Texas Roadhouse - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Whataburger - 3 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Main Event Entertainment - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jim and Nicole T.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Jim and Nicole T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kreyton G.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration
Kreyton G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
amon s.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
amon s.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erika R.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean, fully stocked!
Erika R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Cindy L.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and park near by
Cindy L.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim S.
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loveliest HOME ever!!!
Kim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Romina A.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AZ Stay
Romina A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keena R.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Time was had
Keena R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Damian M.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Must stay here
Damian M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vikram J.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic host and property
Vikram J.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by taylor towles
We are from the Dallas, TX area but AZ has a piece of our hearts. We love the city surrounded by mountain, easy access to hiking and an abundance of nature. We naturally love hosting professionally and personally. We love creating experiences and spaces that make an impression on others and lighten their spirits!
We also love helping other families with little ones travel, lighter and easier. We have 3 toddlers ourselves, that use the house often. Our offerings are perfect for the traveling family.
We also love helping other families with little ones travel, lighter and easier. We have 3 toddlers ourselves, that use the house often. Our offerings are perfect for the traveling family.
Why they chose this property
We loved the views on the mountains, how quite/safe the neighborhood is, the park across the road with so many recreational activities and the easy access to hiking, airport, dining and everything anyone could need to vacation or live!
What makes this property unique
Every little detail has been thought through, from the welcoming but stylish decor, to the premium hair products, to the pool towel options, to the abundance of games. We hope you kick back and relax at our oasis, to refresh for all your outdoor adventures.
Languages:
English
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