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Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore!

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Room
Interior
Interior
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Scottsdale, AZ
  • Place, McDowell Mountain Regional Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tom's Thumb Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore!

Enjoy your stay in this new, modern casita surrounded by mountain view’s on the edge of the Tonto National Forest. If you like hiking, biking, UTVs, horseback riding, boating, sports, shopping, or golf...this is your place!!! Begin or end your day on our rooftop deck while taking in one of our breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.
Come enjoy all that AZ has to offer.
An easy drive to Sedona, the Grand Canyon, State Farm Stadium/AZ Cardinals, Phoenix Open/TPC, Barrett Jackson/West World, Old Town Scottsdale, Top Golf/Salt River Fields/Spring Training and so much more!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking outside is ok

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2770363vb
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

Scottsdale

Located in Rio Verde Foothills, a neighbourhood in Scottsdale, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at McDowell Sonoran Preserve and McDowell Mountain Regional Park, while Penske Racing Museum and Desert Foothills Theater are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Highlands Church and Venue8600. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • McDowell Mountain Regional Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tom's Thumb Trail - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • George "Doc" Cavalliere Park - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 12 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Needle Rock Kitchen And Tap - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alterra at Mountain House Lodge - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Clubhouse at Tonto Verde - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Onyx Bar & Lounge - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! ?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$386, 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.

How much is parking at Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern desert casita surrounded by Mountain View’s. Trails galore! located?

Located in Rio Verde Foothills, this apartment building is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from McDowell Mountain Regional Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Tonto National Forest. Tom's Thumb Trail and Golf Club Scottsdale are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

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

Phoenix open

Great little spot! Super clean and adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2023
Thank you Shannon!! You left our place immaculate. We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really wonderful, well appointed little apartment for two in Rio Mountain Estates. It's a perfect location for outdoor adventure/recreation or jumping into Fountain Hills. The interior is nicely designed and very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped with all necessities for meal preparations. Above all Donna and Steve were generous and accommodating hosts. We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Quiet and clean.

Had two hard days of work to do nearby and found this great spot to rest and recover. The place was very clean excellent furnishings Think this is a great launch point for the north Scottsdale area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2023
Thank you Don!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Great For Mountain Biking

Great place for Mountain Biking at McDowell and Browns Ranch. Quiet and Donna and Steve were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT and ANDREA S.

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

Rural Retreat

The casita was perfect for the two of us. Comfortable bed, full kitchen...everything you need. Location was perfect ....close to family, birding and observing wildlife, hiking, biking and just enjoying the desert foothills. Thank you Donna and Steve.
Stayed 41 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2023
It was our pleasure!!! Thank you so much Bob and Andy. We hope to see you again in future years.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V H.

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

5 stars all around!

This property is wonderful for a quiet getaway to the McDowell Mountain area. My husband and I came to work remotely during the weekdays and hike in the afternoons and over the weekend. This was perfect for us. The accommodations are modern and clean with everything we needed. The internet was fast. We were about 20 minutes away from shopping and restaurants and that suited us just fine. The host was extremely responsive and a great communicator. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2023
Thank you so much, Mary! You were such a pleasure to have as guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Peace and Quiet

What a great rental! It has everything you need: separate entrance with outside area, great layout with a bonus office / work area, off-street covered parking that is close to the casita entrance, all the accommodations are both modern and clean, the hosts are amazing, and the location is close enough to run errands/work/etc but yet it is removed enough to still feel a sense of rural or removal from the busy areas so you can relax. Also, it is a great location for cycling! Overall, I would stay here again without question!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2024
Thanks Matt! You were an amazing guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigid O.

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

Beautiful and cozy casita

This quiet and beautiful space exceeded expectations! It is even better than pictured. The owners are very nice and communicate well. I stayed as a getaway while visiting my family in the area so I could get good sleep, and I did just that! Also there was a space where I could work one day at a nice desk while looking at beautiful mountain views. I also enjoyed the outdoor areas which had comfortable chairs and a rooftop where the pretty Arizona sunrises and sunsets could be seen. I highly recommend this property, and can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2023
Thank you Brigid!! wWe would love to have you back anytime.

About the host

Hosted by Donna Ringwood

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Happily married, easy going couple. Originally from upstate New York. We enjoy traveling, good music, our sons, daughter in laws and grand babes. Not to mention all that this life has to offer.

Why they chose this property

We are set right next to the Tonto National Forest (the largest in all of AZ). This is true desert living. Peaceful and quite. Sunrises and sunsets like you have never seen. Enjoy our rooftop deck, take a hike or head into town to enjoy many of our numerous amazing restaurants and shops. So much to do and choose from.

What makes this property unique

Please note: This is a casita on our property that is off of our home. Privacy and an enjoyable stay for you is of our utmost importance. We value your vacation time. We will however be available for texts or calls if needed.
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