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Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything

Holiday home in Phoenix with private pool and kitchen

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Backyard with 50ft long pool and patio with wood fire pit
50 ft lap pool
Sitting area next to pool. Great space to relax.
Terrace/patio
Different view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Arizona Grand Golf Course
  • Place, Arizona Mills Mall
  • Place, Arizona State University
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything

Overview/location:
Private home on a corner lot. Mountain views from front and backyard. Minutes walk to Western Star Park and South Mountain Park trails. Easy access to everything you need. Easy to get to the airport so you do not have to waste your vacation getting to/from it.

Amenities:
- Backyard with huge outdoor wood grill/fire-pit and 50 ft lap pool for swimming.
- Please note the pool is NOT HEATED (we do not have an option to heat it). Inquire with us prior to booking if using the pool is critical to have for your vacation. In general, November to February is cold enough that the sun cannot heat it during the day.
- Propane grill available too for convenience. Patio heater available.
- Huge living room and family room with wood fireplace.
- Over-sized master bedroom with walk in closet and it’s own private sitting area. King size bed with gel/foam mattress.
- Two more bedrooms: One with queen size bed and One with two twin XL beds (new gel/foam mattresses). Twin beds are fully adjustable electronically if special sleeping position is needed.
- Two full bathrooms fully remodeled.
- Full size two car garage and additional two more spaces available on driveway.
- 70" flat screen TV, HuluTv available. Wireless Internet (Gigablast)

Accessibility:
- Easy access to shopping and centrally located in Phoenix Metro for convenient driving to downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale.
- Airport and downtown Tempe and ASU (Arizona State University) are 15 minutes drive
- Easy access to retail (Costco, REI, IKEA, outlet malls etc all within 2 miles).

Wheelchair accessibility:
- Single level home and minimal to no steps (5” step to enter the house). We raised all the flooring to have as much as a flat floor as possible. Unfortunately the bathrooms shower/tub are not wheelchair accessible. Only steps in the house are in master shower and bathtub in the guest bath.

Notes:
- While entertainment is encouraged, no wild parties please and respect neighbors and the quiet times (see rules in reservation).
- We have over 30 cacti/succulents species on the property. All desert plants have thorns and spines. Please don’t touch the cacti as the thorns are painful and difficult to remove. Back and front yards are not kid/pet friendly due to this reason.

Other:
We offer guided off road daytrip adventures with our vehicle. Please inquire for details if interested.


Local government NOTICE: Using this property for following purposes are prohibited:
1. Any nonresidential use;
2. Holding a special event that requires a permit or license pursuant to a city or
town ordinance or state law or rule;
3. Operating a retail business, restaurant, event center, banquet hall or similar
use;
4. Housing sex offenders;
5. Operating or maintaining a sober living home; 6. Selling liquor, illegal drugs or pornography;
7. Operating a nude or topless dancing;
8. Obscenity;
9. Adult-oriented business; or
10. Other uses prohibited by A.R.S. 9-500.39

Quick note on COVID19 cancellations: if your home location and/or Arizona institute travel bans between the two states, we will refund your stay in full if you cancel through the app (traveler cancel). For any other reasons the current policy applies (you can see the policy when you click on the property on VRBO app)

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Must supervise children at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
Friends and family welcomed.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Small dog under 50lbs ok. Fee is $150 per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking please.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be mindful of neighbors. It is a quiet place so Please respect Quiet Time from 10:00pm to 7am.
Pool has no fence. Use the pool at your own risk. We assume no liability. Please ensure all guests and visitors follow safety policy.

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
Note from host: Friends and family welcomed.
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenix

Ahwatukee Foothills, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, is home to this holiday home. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Field or PHX Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

  • Arizona Grand Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Oasis Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Arizona Mills Mall - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • LEGOLAND® Discovery Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Arizona State University - 11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • University Dr - Ash Ave Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪IKEA Café & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Viet Shack - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cactus House - Private home w/pool next to mountains and close to everything located?

Located in Ahwatukee Foothills, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Oasis Water Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Arizona Grand Golf Course. Arizona Mills Mall and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jen & Calin

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We lived in Pacific North West for a long time and we moved here several years ago and are loving it. Southwest is absolutely charming. There are so many things to do and places to explore. Culture is diverse and traveling in the various regions of AZ will each provide a different experience. Old Southwest, High Mountain area, Grand Canyon, Sky Islands and vast desert to name a few. Phoenix has a good geographical position with relatively easy access to Southern California (LA downtown is about 6 hrs away, we tested it, we even did a daytrip to San Diego once on a whim), to Las Vegas and the superb parks of Southern Utah. Not a day passes without us being happy to be here.

Why they chose this property

We like the territorial style houses and in particular the desert gardens. This home has over 30 species of desert plants. Privacy was important to us and being on a corner with a relatively big lot made it possible. Being centrally located in the metro and proximity to mountain was another key factor.

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