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Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool

Holiday home with private pool, near University of Arizona

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Tranquil desert oasis!
Terrace/patio
Downtown Beauty
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 688.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Rialto Theatre
  • Place, Tucson Convention Center
  • Place, University of Arizona
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool

There is a reason this house is loved by so many guests! This vintage home retains much of the original charm from when it was first built in 1916, but with just the right amount of modern updates to enjoy. Located in the Dunbar Spring Neighborhood, one of Tucson's first neighborhoods, adjacent to downtown and just 2 miles from University of Arizona, this 950 square foot home has one bedroom with a king-size deluxe bed for maximum comfort, a second bedroom with a queen bed and a pullout couch in the living room. It is decorated with a mix of antiques and modern pieces and contains quite a bit of art from latin and local artists. Heating, cooling and hot water tank are all new and energy efficient. Carport accommodates 2 cars and the driveway could readily house an RV. The kitchen has a full size gas range/oven and refrigerator and freezer. The kitchen is completely outfitted with everything you would need to cook/ bake at home, complete with pots, pans, bakeware, dish ware, toaster, blender, indoor grill, coffee maker, french press, expresso maker, a full array of herbs and spices. There is a full size washer and dryer. The bathroom has an oversize shower with 3 shower heads. There are 2 flatscreen TV's, one in the living room, one in the main bedroom, which also has a DVD player. The kitchen has a glass table with four chairs and outside on the covered, private patio, is another table and 4 chairs for outdoor dining.
The outdoor area is gated, private and ample filled with lovely exotic plants and the best part? The salt water spa pool with jets!
But the back yard!!!! This is one of the biggest highlights of our home! With the outdoor dining on the covered porch, the cozy outdoor fireplace with seating, they sound of the wind chimes, the bistro area, the safe and gated salt water spa/pool with outdoor seating, this is a place to recharge as a single traveler, enjoy romantically as couple, have a blast as a family, or host a party or gathering with friends (the former owners told us once there was a party out there that housed 150 people!). There is a lovely cactus garden, outdoor bar, outdoor mini 'fridge, grill and twinkling outdoor lighting to enjoy your evenings!
Location:
Take the Sun link streetcar downtown to one of the many restaurants in the area, shops and art galleries. Just minutes to super fun 4th avenue and University of Arizona. Hiking spots are as close as 15-20 minutes away!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not toddler proof
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small dogs may be allowed. Call to discuss.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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, a first aid kit, outdoor lighting and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or Tucson Music Hall. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and cave exploring.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Fox Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 19 min walk
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Charro Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Corbett’s - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cheyney House, University of Arizona and Tucson Convention Center. Tucson Museum of Art and Romero House are also within 15 minutes. Tucson Station is 19 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Judy or Melissa

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Hi! My name is Judy and I have lived in Tucson since 1979; practically a native! I grew up in Connecticut, but initially came to Tucson to attend University of Arizona. I have seen Tucson really expand over the years, but have always loved the charm of Tucson's older neighborhoods. I have traveled around the world, but always come back home to the land of cactus and sunshine. Most likely, it will be my wonderful daughter-in-law, Melissa, who will be your contact person while in Tucson. She is smart (U of A grad in Biology), warm, friendly and welcoming and an outstanding fix it girl! I hope you really get a chance to enjoy our lovely Dunbar Spring Retreat!

Why they chose this property

Dunbar Spring neighborhood is culturally diverse and is home to some of the country's best environmentalist like Brad Lancaster, who is a water harvesting whiz and travels all over the world teaching people and governments on permaculture and water-harvesting. We have implemented a water harvesting collection system that waters the xeriscaped backyard. There is such pride in the history of this neighborhood as you can see by the artistic signposts and painted street art. I love being a part of all this!

What makes this property unique

The former owners have said they have hosted huge parties at this home and I can believe it with the many seating areas and nooks in the back yard, the lilting wind chimes, the romantic sound of the train rumbling by, the outdoor fire pit, and the salt water spa/pool, but it is also a wonderful place to feel cozy inside. I loved mixing latin elements with antiques with modern touches for a homey, but eclectic feel. I wanted to decorate with some vintage Tucson photos, but was unable to find any. Instead, I used photos I took in Peru and printed them in sepia tone. One picture of children is from my travels in Guatemala. There is a series of paintings of horses by local Tucson artist Virginia Stonebarger and a pastel and mixed media collage of the Maitreya Buddha by local artist Pat Aiken. There are various antiques in the house including the spool in the 2nd bedroom from 1895.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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