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Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat

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A spacious living room with a grey sectional sofa, a blue armchair, and a small round table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel sink, a black microwave, and a gas stove.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hallway with a mural of cacti and a door leading outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the mountains, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It features 1 separate living room and offers access to nearby golf. Enjoy adventure activities like hiking, biking, and birdwatching. Explore attractions such as 4th Avenue and the University of Arizona. The property is pet-friendly.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Frankling Auto Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tucson Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat

Relax in this spacious, pet-friendly 1950’s ranch-style home, perfect for longer stays. Recently remodeled, it’s located 2 miles from the UofA and Banner Medical Center, and within a mile of several restaurants and gyms. Enjoy a desk space, high-speed internet, a fully stocked kitchen, blackout curtains, and quality mattresses. The large fenced yard includes a shaded dining area, BBQ, AC, and on-site laundry for a stress-free stay.

Please Note: While the home is conveniently located just off a main road—making it easy to access shops, restaurants, and local attractions—it's not tucked away in a secluded or ultra-quiet area.

***The unit is part of a duplex, and we kindly ask guests to be mindful of noise, especially between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM, to help maintain a peaceful environment for everyone. In particular, the living room of this unit shares a wall with the smaller, neighboring unit’s bedroom, so a little extra consideration in that space goes a long way.***

While most guests in the neighboring unit have enjoyed a quiet and restful stay, as with many shared structures, some sound transfer is possible. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and cooperation in making this a great stay for all!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children are welcome at this property

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pets are allowed at this property

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed at this property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Turn off the AC.

If you used an actual key, please return it to the lockbox attached to the wrought iron door. Scramble the digits of the lockbox after returning the key.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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**Quiet Hours:** To help maintain a peaceful and respectful environment for everyone, we ask that guests keep noise to a minimum between 9:00 PM and

8:00 AM.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4436797vb
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

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 Arizona Stadium. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain biking in the area.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Frankling Auto Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Tucson Mall - 8 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Louies Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chef Wang - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Marios Pizza Tucson - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

As of 19 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$368, 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 Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat located?

Located in Mountain 1st Avenue, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Arizona, University of Arizona Museum of Art and Arizona History Museum. Centennial Hall and Arizona State Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, will stay again...
Stayed 16 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was really understanding, property was clean and very organized, easy to access everything amazing environment and overall a very good stay, if your staying in Tucson I highly recommend checking it out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. The newly renovated kitchen was beautiful .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Thanks for your kind words, Jennifer! We’re glad our house felt clean and comfortable and that you enjoyed the newly renovated kitchen. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 February 2026
I'm so glad you enjoyed our place. You are welcome to stay with us anytime! Thank you for respecting our place :).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a clean and comfortable, no-frills stay, exactly where and when we needed it. Kelsey was easy to communicate with and we had no difficulties at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and well furnished. We appreciated the basics in the kitchen (some spices, cooking oil, coffee etc). The accommodations were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay. You all are welcome back anytime 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property centrally located to stores and dog parks and hiking. Nice covered patio to sit on in the evening. Comfortable beds. Very spacious and fenced in yard for our pup .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful! Great communication from the host, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was was clean and had a lot of room. It was a great location to do things around Tucson. The host responded very quickly to all questions. We would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2026
Thank you for your kind words Tim. We’re so happy you found our unit spacious and centrally located. We’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Enjoyed the place very much. Great host. Would come again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Everything was perfect... We really liked the layout, especially the indoor/outdoor flow which was great for grilling and letting the dog wander in and out. We will definitely use this place as our "go to" spot when returning to Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words John! We look forward to hosting you guys in the future :).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels like home!

This little duplex is extremely clean and well stocked. The host was very communicative when I had questions. We would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a stay that feels like home.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bathroom door had a hard time closing and locking. The knob Could use some work, but we made do. The couch isn’t really a sleeping space as advertised. But again. We made do. Small items, but overall a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything I needed to cook was easily accessible, and the mattresses and blankets were very comfortable. Would definitely recommend this location for long-term stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, accessible, everything we needed was available,
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kelsey Vander Meulen

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English, Spanish

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