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Quintessential Midtown Bungalow

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Living Room
Dining room / Kitchen
Full kitchen.  Everything you need for a long or short stay.
Full Kitchen
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Tucson Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Reid Park Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quintessential Midtown Bungalow

This was our starter home - so we have a great deal of affection for it. !!! This 2br/1bath will meet all your Needs and beyond Whether your coming to visit your kids at the U of A or Escaping the Winter Elements . We are certain that you will enjoy your stay. Everything has been updated, from kitchen to decor with modern amenities, while still maintaining the charm of a Southwest Casita. New Air Conditioning, beds, linens, towels & toiletries along with Free wifi with its own designated network to keep you connected your entire stay. 46 " Tv with Satellite Tv so you can watch all your favorite programming * additional fee may Be required for certain channels **. Just ask and we'll let you know !

IF THIS ONE DOESN'T QUITE FIT YOUR NEEDS, ASK ABOUT OUR OTHER LISTINGS - 663815, 969240, 960915, 1172513, 1074835, 1169254, 1572301, 1433543, 1573432 .ALL THESE HOMES ARE WITHIN A BLOCK OF ONE ANOTHER / MAJOR CROSS STREETS ARE ALVERNON & SPEEDWAY.


CLEANING.

We have gone Beyond Covid -19 protocol !! We use both a product called In-Cide ( sold at Home Depot ) as well as wipe everything down with a hospital cradle sanitizing agent that kills Covid 19 and other known viruses in 10 minutes after contact. We’ve changed our checkin time to 4 pm and the place is aired out for hrs before cleaner even goes in. Everything is washed in the hottest longest cycle the washer! We’ve had no issues at all. We provide hand sanitizer and antibacterial soap as well for all our properties.

Bedroom

Master Bedroom has a new queen-sized bed (mattresses & box spring) a nice size standard closet. Extra linens are available for all beds in the house, along with extra pillows and comforters. Also available are 2 fold out cots for additional guests.

Bedroom 2

Has Queen Bed also, night stands and closet.
Guest Access

Guest have access to the entire house, front yard, and off street parking ( Rv spot upon request ), Free wifi , washer dryer, towels toiletries and linens all included with your stay.

Interaction with Guests

We live in the neighborhood and are available any time for questions. That being said, we enjoy privacy when we travel, so unless you reach out to us with questions, we will happily leave you in peace to enjoy your stay. If you need us, we're happy to share our knowledge of the neighborhood and help you find whatever you need in Tucson.

Close to Everything Worth Doing In Tucson

- 3 Miles to the University of Arizona

- 3.5 Miles to Downtown Shopping, 4th Ave

- 1.0 mile to El Con Mall

- 1.5 Miles To Golf and Botanical Gardens

- 10 miles to Desert Museum

- 7 Miles to Sabino Canyon

Well Trained Pets welcome - fee depends on size and breed of the dog - anywhere from 40-100 dollars only because we bring in a special cleaning crew after guests with pets stay so there's no trace of animals.

*****See what our pasts guests are saying by reading some of the reviews on our other properties!! Link below:

https://www.vrbo.com/tripboard/b33f031b-1bda-463f-b0d7-c3add8b17cbd


We keep our rates low to begin with - and we love return winter visitors ( Generally, ALL of our properties are always booked a year in advance by the same guests so we always give them the best pricing we can ). OUR CALENDAR IS ALWAYS UP TO DATE, but don't hesitate to send and inquiry so you could be on a list in the event someone cancelled!

Come see us in Arizona - where the sun NEVER stops shining!

Warm Arizona Regards

Taylor & Yuko

Property manager

John Taylor Bard
Premier Host

Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children of all ages welcome
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Events

Events allowed
Upon owners approval
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet fee required 50-100 depending on breed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only Outside - 20 ft. from the doorway.
Empty fridge
Put all linens ( towels, sheets, pillow cases, dish cloths ) in washing machine before checkout . Do not put comforters, shams, etc in washer.
Sign Guest Book and Return Keys to Lockbox!

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Upon owners approval
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Located in Peter Howell, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is near theme parks. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Travelling with kids? Make time for Pima Air and Space Museum, or head to an event or a match at Tucson Convention Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Park Place Mall - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 10 min drive
  • Tohono Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Times Drive-Thru - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Transplant Detroit Style Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Strike Bowl - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Midtown Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quintessential Midtown Bungalow ?

As of 25 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quintessential Midtown Bungalow on 5 May 2025 start from AU$285.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Midtown Bungalow ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Midtown Bungalow ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Midtown Bungalow located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centte, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tucson Botanical Gardens and El Con Mall. University of Arizona is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyra R.

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

Pet Perfect

Great outdoor space for people and pets! Securely fenced yard and parking area. Parking is shared with other rental on site so needed to bring dogs in when other guests were parking but wasn’t an issue during our stay. Very much enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Perfect Location

We loved the location as it was close to all we wanted to day. Many restaurants close by.The cottage was so cute. Everything was clean and decorate nice in southwest style.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great place to explore from

It was great location and easy to get in and out. You can tell they have lived there because fully equipped and functional for long stay of a month. Only issue was low lighting, but it wasnt too bad. It's hard getting old!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leland R.

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

Daughters BDay Week

Wish we could have had more channels on TV or even the ability to sync tv with Netflix, Hulu, YouTube TV or something. We had to go to a bar to watch ESPN and all the football games. Only had just a few local channels. But all in all a great place. Thanks for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Excellent property

We were very satisfied. Very well maintained both in the house and the landscaping.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tucson Bungalow

We enjoyed are stay and the location. Close to everything. We stayed over Thanksgiving and had everything we needed to cook and enjoy the holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Pre Christmas Tucson Trip

My girlfriend and I along with some of her family travelled down to Tucson for a small trip down memory lane before Christmas and we stayed at this lovely property. Everything was great in the house and the front yard patio area was wonderful in the good weather. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Adorable Bungalow

Conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood. Neighbors walking dogs saying hello while we relaxed in our yard was an added pleasant surprise. Super cute and clean, and close to my favorite Whole Foods Market for groceries. Hiked in several locations around Tucson and it was an easy drive to and from Bungalow with plenty of quick stops for lunch or dinners. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARY G.

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

Our stay

The property was excellent. Conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois and Andrew D.

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

Good location and comfy

Close to other family Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute place. Close to U of A. Safe. Lovely outdoors. Easy to get around. Easy to get in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert L.

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

Quick visit for U of A football game

Nice, conveniently located, clean, and quiet. Just what was needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

And, they are back again!

I love staying in this cute casita while visiting family in Tucson. My daughters and I stayed here last year and this year it was my husband and I. It is close to the family and also pretty much all of Tucson. It’s got everything we need and then some. We hosted a dinner one night and my aunt recalled someone else they knew staying here and enjoyed it. If we come back again as a small group we would always check for availability here first! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

Cozy getaway

Where the house is located is so quiet and peaceful, yet only a few mintures away from all kinds of shops and restaurants. It’s also close to many sight seeing places. The owners are so responsive and caring. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Tucson

Awesome cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paqua R.

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

Cute little place

Cute little house, great location making it easy to get around Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn V.

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

College move in retreat

Needed a place clise to UofA to run back and forth to during move in week. Great location, quiet neighborhood. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

Clean, cute, and cozy!

I loved our stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

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

Tucson stay

Quiet neighborhood. House was great and had everything we needed. We did have couple of surprises. Didn't realize we would be sharing laundry facilities with another house. We didn't realize we were sharing the driveway with house behind so we got woke up the first night to move our vehicle and make room for the other guest. It wasn't a problem once we knew to plan for another vehicle. I am sure you already know about the front irrigation leak. We tried to turn it off but couldn't. Thanks for hosting us. We had a great time and will be looking to stay with you again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer A.

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

Nice little place

We were unaware of the rental behind us. The girls staying there seemed to think they owned the driveway. We had to park our new truck on the street. When we did park in the driveway on day 2 they pounded on the front door & were very rude. Other than that the house was quiet. Good Lord get rid of that 1972 couch! Old dirty & very uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LIsa B.

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

Graduation weekend at UA

Stay was excellent with great location and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jill D.

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

Cute home in established neighborhood

This home was clean, roomy & had everything we needed. It was centrally located, close to shopping, restaurants & the zoo. Our only complaint was the dark walls & lack of lighting. My husband is visually impaired & it was difficult for him to see inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Exploring Tucson

This property is very clean and well maintained. Large kitchen. It was very quiet and comfortable. Convenient location for getting around Tucson and surrounding areas. Excellent parking. My reason for rating a 3 star and not 5 would be an easy fix for the property manager. I didn’t recall being told or reading that someone else would have access to the laundry room during our stay When I informed management that someone was using the laundry between late night/early morning I was told I was mistaken and nobody should be on the property while we are staying there. Then I am told that management thought I was staying at a different property and there was someone using the laundry room but not suppose to use it after 9pm. This is a security concern as the door to the laundry room is not a solid/exterior door with a deadbolt like the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Super cozy bungalow

Clean, great communication with hosts, easy check in check out
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Taylor Bard

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Taylor - I'm originally from Oxford Pennsylvania though Arizona has been my home since 1997 and I absolutely love it! Cooking, gardening and reading are just a few of my favorite things to do in my spare time. I love to travel and am very friendly and personable and enjoy meeting new people from all over the United States and beyond. With that said, hosting is something I enjoy very much :)

Motto: " Live for today, Plan for tomorrow, and Learn from Yesterday"


Yuko - Born and raised in Japan until Junior High, went to High school and college in Tucson Az. Just started my apt as a Vacation Rental in JAPAN, for I plan on returning to Arizona here in the near future, though Fukuoka will always be "home". Keeping my place there keeps me connected for when I return, Which will be 2-3 times annually. Very much a people person, and this Vacation Rental is rather fun..:)

Together - We make a great team and We look forward to meeting more people via VRBO!





Why they chose this property

This is the adjacent property to the first home I ever owned, which has another casita behind it that we use as a vacation rental. So if this one isn't open, inquire about one of our other homes. We surely have one that will fit your needs !! Here's a link to all of them.

https://www.vrbo.com/tripboard/b33f031b-1bda-463f-b0d7-c3add8b17cbd

With that said, We absolutely LOVE the neighborhood. You can't get any more centrally located to EVERYTHING to do in Tucson ! Close to U OF A, hiking golf, great restaurants, parks, botanical gardens, malls, downtown entertainment etc, while located in a well established quiet neighborhood that was built out in 1940's.

What makes this property unique

Here’s a link to all our other listing -

https://www.vrbo.com/tripboard/b33f031b-1bda-463f-b0d7-c3add8b17cbd

Please have a Look, they are all very nice properties. They are all - CLOSE TO EVERYTHING - shopping , restaurants, The U of A , and we have 7 other listings so we can acamodate almost any group. We also have tables and chairs for events,, and we go all out to make for the best experience with our events coordinator .


https://www.vrbo.com/tripboard/b33f031b-1bda-463f-b0d7-c3add8b17cbd

Please have a Look, they are all very nice properties

Languages:

English, Spanish, Japanese

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