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Charming Desert Casita

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Private kitchen
Interior
Living area
Living area
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Scottsdale, AZ
  • Place, Tom's Thumb Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, McDowell Mountain Regional Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Troon North Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
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About this property

Charming Desert Casita

This bright and comfortable casita is a cozy retreat; it is appointed with all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay. The house has it's own entrance with a patio to catch the Sonoran sunsets. There is a bright, full kitchen with an eat-in bar area and beautiful marble countertops. The bedroom has a queen-size bed and it's own tv. Other features include a pullout sofa, full-size washer and dryer, wireless internet, Direct TV, Keurig, and a dedicated parking spot.

This casita is located right across from the McDowell Preserve, which is over 30,000 acres and encompasses hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails.

The McDowell Sonoran Preserve really gives the feeling of seclusion, however you are actually less than ten miles away from four beautiful public golf courses, with many great dining and shopping options. Some of the local highlights include Westworld, the home of the famous Barrett Jackson car auction (15 miles), The Waste Management Open (14 miles), Keirland Commons outdoor shopping area (15 miles), and the idyllic Carefree and Cave Creek western-themed town with great shopping (15 miles).

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Leave used linens and towels by the Washer/Dryer.
Leave the door unlocked and the keys on the dish at the entry.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There are marble counters in the kitchen. Acids such as coffee, tomato sauce, juice and or citrus will stain and etch the surface. Please wipe asap.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Desert Casita pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Desert Casita?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Desert Casita?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Desert Casita?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Desert Casita located?

Located in Pinnacle Peak, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tom's Thumb Trail, McDowell Mountain Regional Park and Tonto National Forest. Golf Club Scottsdale and George "Doc" Cavalliere Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Charming Desert Casita Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The casita is very nice and everything is in great condition. Location right next to McDowell Preserve is in a quiet area but close to Scottsdale and Cave Creek. The hosts are welcoming and helpful. We loved this stay!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely casita in beautifully landscaped courtyard with views of the mountains. Hosts are very responsive and provided detailed directions. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen Y.

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

Beautiful

We loved our stay! Perfect location for hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

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

All the previous reviews are correct this was an amazing place to stay.

When i read the reviews i had to stay here and they were all correct about what a beautiful place to stay. Great communication and was easy to get to work everyday from this remote location.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney A.

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

Great Property

Great location for hiking, nice facility, well stocked, pleasant owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Attractive and comfortable desert casita

Great location near hiking and Scottsdale Preserve. Good restaurants and shopping nearby. Bonus that the wildflowers were in bloom while we were there!
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This past March we had the pleasure of staying the month at this wonderful casita. When renting with VRBO, our prime concerns are cleanliness, convenience, and comfort. This casita surpasses them all in each category. Dale and Kristen were always concerned with our comfort and the casita was immaculate, with modern conveniences and a wonderful patio courtyard which we utilized daily. The location was in a horse ranch area with walking trails within minutes. The sunsets were glorious most nights and the cool evening air made outside sitting heavenly. We definitely hope to return. We rate this place as a 15 on a scale of 1-10.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri J.

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

Beautiful Casita

The Casita was perfect. It was very clean and comfortable and the perfect size for two. It had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

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

Beautiful casita. Great location.

This casita was all it said and more. Great location with direct access to Brown’s Ranch biking and hiking trails. Roomy, well-appointed with a full kitchen. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Casita

Wonderful casita. Absolutely immaculate inside. Very quiet and right across the street from the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myles G.

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

Couldn't be better

Just terrific. Great place, beautiful setting and area, everything you need, clean as can be, really nicely designed and furnished, excellent communication with the host. Look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

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

Just what we needed

This was a perfect casita for us, partway between our home under renovation and all the stores etc that we were frequenting. Kristen and Dale were fine hosts and we would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June H.

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

Very nice!

We enjoyed our stay. Hosts were very friendly and available if needed. Landscaping is beautiful and nice view out over the desert to watch the sunset. Unit was clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DIANE S.

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

Perfect!

Our stay was perfect at this "Charming Desert Casita". Kristen and Dale were more than accommodating. The location was great for hiking/walking and just a short drive for dining out or to pick up a few things for dining in. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Wonderful Casita

This was our second stay at this property, both long term stays (3-4weeks). Everything about our stay was great. The casita is just like it is shown online. It is very clean and well supplied. The patio area is very nice. The location is great as it is a quiet area yet close to a lot of activities. Communication with the hosts was very good. I would recommend this property highly.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

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

Great little place!

Great for short or long term for 1 or 2 people. It was easy to settle in and make it feel like home. If you're a mountain biker the location is an 11. Trails start right across the street. McDowell Mtn Park is 10-15 mins on isolated dirt roads/paths. I'll be staying here again if it's available.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Casita

The property was very clean and well appointed. The location was perfect for us. It is away from the busy city traffic in a very scenic area. The property owners kept in contact in case we needed anything. And the McDowell Preserve has two trailheads for hiking very close to the property. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joni C.

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

Quiet delight

We had such a great, comfortable stay at the casita.. The rooms were meticulous maintained and the serenity that it brought us during our stay was priceless. Thanks for making this a peaceful place to lay our heads away from the hustle and bustle of the city! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Everything we’d hoped for and more

The casita was as listed to the letter. What we also found was a perfectly located, immaculate and very thoughtfully appointed home away from home. The exceptional hosts had anticipated our needs with clearly written instructions for use, as well as suggestions for area activities. We left after our visit wanting more time in this beautiful place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sato s.

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

Wonderful casita with fantastic views

The Charming Desert Casita is exactly that! The Casita has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Walkers, hikers, bikers, birders and all outdoor oriented people will love the location directly across from the Scottsdale Preserve. The grounds of the Casita are beautiful and you'll find everything you need in the sparkling interior. The hosts provide a binder with info about the entire Phoenix area, as well as ideas about local outings and places to eat. There is also a lovely and private patio. Check in was easy and the hosts were great. I hope to stay there again next time I'm in Phoenix.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Everything you need for a 2-person get-away!

Kristen’s place was absolutely perfect for our stay. Checking in and out were easy. Location was perfect for activities in the desert. The house was incredibly clean and had everything we needed (we particularly valued the high-quality items throughout the house, such as towels, kitchen ware, etc., versus other homes we’ve stayed at). We hope to come back again in the future and will recommend Kristen’s spot to others visiting the area. Thanks again, Kristen!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K

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

Enjoyable, Refreshing Visit

We enjoyed our too short visit to this perfectly appointed vacation home. Exactly as described. Immaculately clean, modernly decorated, well-stocked kitchen and bath, comfy, cozy bed, tv that even we seniors could manage to operate. We appreciated Kristen's attention to detail. Very close to a Brown's Ranch where we enjoyed daily walks/hikes. Had a great dinner at Tonto Bar & Grill; very busy, make reservations. Quiet, rural area within an easy drive of Scottsdale.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Really Sweet Place for One

Very clean, well-appointed, and quiet Casita in a nice neighborhood, across from the Preserve. Was a convenient location for a week of mountain biking in the area, and especially for access to the Preserve and Mountain Park. Enjoyed my communications with the responsive on-site owners. I would return without question. Note: the marble countertops require extra care, as they are more delicate than granite tops.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

2nd Stay - wonderful

Always ready to go and a beautiful place. We always feel welcome. We will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Very nice and private

Appreciated the quick communication and attention to detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

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