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The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo

Holiday home with kitchen, near University of Arizona

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 279.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Tucson Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Rialto Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo

The Isabella is an inviting, warm and cozy one bedroom adobe condo in Tucson’s Barrio Viejo or “old neighborhood”. Her charms include Saguaro cactus rib ceilings, thick adobe walls and brick paved floors. She is located in the Ochoa Court condo complex dating back to at least 1888. Cook yourself a gourmet dinner in her old meets new kitchen, lounge in the intimate back patio, relax and stream some movies in the desert chic living room and sleep well in the luxurious King Bed with memory foam mattress. This adorable historical condo is located within walking distance to downtown, the SunLink Streetcar to U of A, local brewpubs, coffee shops and restaurants including easy walks to 5 Points Cafe, the Meyers Cafe and lounge, and the Coronet. New to VRBO, but our first guests wrote...."The Isabella is stunning inside and out. It is beautifully furnished with everything you could need. ....We enjoyed relaxing on the back patio in the evening with snacks and cold beers."

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tucson

Located in Barrio Viejo, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is in the mountains. Arizona Theatre Company and El Centro Cultural de las Americas are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Children's Museum Tucson and Steward Observatory Mirror Lab. Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and Reid Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tucson Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fox Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 19 min walk
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Monica - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ruiz Hot Dogs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Street Taco and Beer Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Minuto Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Isabella - A stunning historical adobe condo in Barrio Viejo located?

Located in Barrio Viejo, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Tucson Convention Center and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from University of Arizona. Arizona Theatre Company and St. Augustine Cathedral are also within 15 minutes. Tucson Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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. 81 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful neighborhood and a beautiful home. I would stay here again. Walked a short ways to transit lines and went where I needed to go easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, very comfortable and in an incredible neighborhood. Will definitely return next time we're in Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ballad o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay. Clean, convenienct and perfectly Tucson
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful row house home in the heart of 5 Points! Love the outdoor areas, designated parking, and all the kitchen amenities. Outstanding host to boot!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

The Isabella, what a fine

This is our second one month stay at The Isabella. The home is lovelier than the pictures and very comfortable to be in. The location is so fun. We enjoyed walking to town, going to historic sites, and the restaurants and galleries close by.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Great location to U of AZ

Will definitely stay here again , very nice place , close to U of AZ
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Great location for gem show getaway.

Up and coming nice little neighborhood. Extremely well apportioned small house with great king size bed. Perfect for 2 person getaway. Easy check in, easy drive to all of Tucson. I highly recommend this house for anyone looking for a central Tucson stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

A "Just right" place to stay.

Most important for us was that it was walkable to family in the area. In addition, it was a clean & cosy place in a Historic Tucson neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles L.

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

Historic barrio

All good, well equipped kitchen, even sharp knives, Weber grill on the back patio. Comfortable king-size bed. Recommend without any reservations and would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari A.

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

Cute Casita in Barrio Viejo

We loved this property! Everything was just as described, very clean, quiet location. It was a perfect place to stay for our trip to Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R., chico, CA

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

Great stay

Great location and host. Nothing but praise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

tener b.

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

Fantastic

Cozy comfortable very well equipped
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Comfortable stay at Isabella

Beautifully decorated home within 1 mile of downtown Tucson and many restaurants and museums. Kitchen is very well stocked handy washer/dryer if needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agustina M.

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

Excellent!!

The Isabella is wonderful! Perfect place for a weekend stay! We enjoyed the place as it was like our own place! All the little touches make this the best place for your money! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal H.

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

Old World Charm

It is a charming historic property near the center of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

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

Charming home

This is a very charming place to visit!! The home has so much character, the location is great for restaurants, and the owner did a wonderful job of thinking of everything u might need!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger K.

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

Stay in Tucson

Comfortable and spacious. Problems with Internet connection at first but they were resolved within a day. Interesting part of the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B., London, Ontario, Canada

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

Loved our accommodations at The Isabella.

It was comfortable, clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed. The manager was great to deal with and very responsive. It has a lovely courtyard. We enjoyed walking in the neighbourhood. Overall, it exceed our expectations.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Tucson Casita Stay

The home could not have been more charming. EVERYTHING that you could want was provided, down to coffee and Loofahs for the shower. It was just charming. We had to check in early and the host/owner could not have been more accomodating. It was a a wonderful stay. The only hitch was that the Smeg Oven/Microwave was not intuitive and was hard to figure out but other than that, I would highly recommend this charming home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn H.

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

Loved our stay at Casa Isabella!!!

We have nothing but rave reviews to share regarding our stay in this lovely Barrio Viejo casita! John and Jennifer were excellent hosts and quick to respond to any questions. The property was immaculate, easily accessible and so very appealing in decor and comfort. The courtyard and gardens are so pretty and well maintained. A special thank you to neighbor Michael, who was so helpful and hospitable. We have every intention of making this our first choice of lodging in Tucson!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eli R.

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

Absolutely everything we needed!

The place was cute, comfortable and literally had everything we needed. There was a selection of teas and coffee available. Also snacks and some great basic staples. The water filter in the fridge was a nice touch. We used it constantly. Quiet street and a good location. The only thing I would mention is if you’re a light sleeper bring earplugs since the trains run at night. A sound machine is provided in the bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Ann S.

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

Isabella

I think I did this previously. We needed directions for Washer/Dryer/, television, microwave. We thought the unit was too cluttered and used space we might have used ourselves. We used the patio and did leave doors and windows open and turned off the AC and only turned it on one night. Screens be nice although no insects ever came in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Historic house in walkable Barrio

Check-in: there was a little mixup and didn't receive my check-in instructions/codes. But the homeowner was immediately responsive and extremely apologetic. She rectified the situation ASAP and all was well! The house - I am obsessed with historic houses and neighborhoods. This cute little adobe was perfect. I didn't use the TV or living room area, as it was just me and I'm more interested in roaming around. The kitchen has absolutely everything in it you'd need. For coffee lovers - there is a coffee pot and french press. For tea lovers (ME!) there was a SMEG tea pot! Cute area set up in the kitchen for tea/coffee. plenty of utensils, potts n pans, ettc. I didn't cook as I like to eat local. And Tucson is a UNESO Gastronomy city - so you have to eat local lol! The bedroom is located in the back of the house - really comfy king bed. Bathroom is sufficient. Water is hot! Nice shower. W&D included - the dryer is loud. Adorable patio out back. The neighborhood "barrio" is walkable and I felt safe. I walked back from downtown many evenings in the dark and never felt unsafe. (Conference center is approximately 10 mins walk) If you love architecture - roam the neighborhood and take in all the beautiful colorful homes! 5 Points Market & Cafe is a 5 mins walk. Delicious. To other areas of Tucson, it was an easy drive to 4th ave for shops & food; Gates Pass is 15 mins away - must do for sunset! The only negative: the bathroom - I did do a quick wipe down and clean. Loved it here
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling space, beautifully furnished with everything we needed. The bed was super comfortable! Very clean all over and instructions were helpful and clear. It is on two levels, one significant step to the bedroom, which was a little difficult for me. Otherwise our stay was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Isabella is an absolute delight. It is impeccably designed and very comfortable. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Smith

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I am so happy to introduce myself! I've lived in Tucson for over 35 years and absolutely love the Sonora desert. I have raised my five children here and am so happy to wake up every morning to the beautiful sun and mountains. I love hiking Tucson's varied hiking trails and have just started mountain biking. There is so much history here with wonderful restaurants and plenty to do outdoors.

Why they chose this property

Dating back to the late 1800's, the Isabella has such charm and unique historical features that it felt like a place I'd like to stay as soon as I entered for the first time. The Saguaro rib ceiling and thick adobe walls offer the experience of staying in an old adobe home, but with modern conveniences. While the Isabella is cozy at 850 Square Feet, each room is spacious and inviting. Finally, I really enjoy evenings spent on the back patio, grilling and just enjoying the Tucson nights.

What makes this property unique

The Isabella is located on a quiet street with historical buildings all around. I really enjoy walking my two dogs around to see the sights. The food in the neighborhood is terrific, Coffee at Exo Roast Co., breakfast at Five Points Market or the Meyer Avenue Cafe, dinner at the Coronet, El Minuto Cafe or Cafe Desta. She is also an easy .7 mile walk to the light rail taking you to the University of Arizona campus. Continue a couple of blocks on Cushing Ave and you are right in the midst of Tucson Gem Show activities. As a cyclist, I can be on The Loop (one of America's best bike paths) in a mile, go climb the "A" mountain, road bike Gates Pass or ride the extensive MTB trails in Tucson Mountain Park. Finally, when I'd rather just sit and reflect, Parque De Orlando y Diego Mendoza is right on the corner next to Ochoa Court.

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