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History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a high wooden ceiling.
A rustic building with a covered porch, surrounded by desert vegetation and a gravel driveway.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a wooden coffee table.
A rustic stone building with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs.
A circular hot tub surrounded by a concrete deck, with a pool and lush greenery in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 6 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 hot tub, 1 outdoor pool, and access to various amenities. Adventure seekers can enjoy birdwatching, rock climbing, and mountain biking nearby while taking in the mountain views from the patio. Explore attractions like Christopher Columbus Park and Silverbell Golf Course.

Highlights

  • Make yourself at home

    Guests love the comfortable living areas, perfect for unwinding.
  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Christopher Columbus Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Silverbell Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Starr Pass Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!

Experience some Tucson history by staying in one of the original homesteads in the Tucson Mountains. Homesteaded in 1929 by the Canfields when their deed signed by President Herbert Hoover was received. The home is owned by family members who have kept their love of the desert region alive. Nestled in the Tucson Mountains, this ranch style, 2 bedroom - 2 bath, 1900 square foot house maintains it’s seclusion and privacy by being located on 3.3 acres of prime desert habitat where you won’t be surprised to see javalina, coyote, bobcat and deer. The owners are recreational birders and keep feeders full to attract many species of hummingbirds, quail, finches, sparrows, woodpeckers, thrashers and many other birds native to the area and passers through.
Just 15 minutes from downtown Tucson, U of A, and Tucson Community Center and 5 minutes from I-10 you can use this home for a base to most attractions around Tucson and surrounding areas including the world famous Desert Museum.
This is an ideal home for quiet private time, relaxed reading and writing, and as a base for some of the country’s most important Birding locations including Madera Canyon, Ramsey Canyon, Chiricahua Mtn range and Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, as well as incredible hikes through the Saguaro National Parks, Sabino Canyon, Ventana Canyon, Pima Canyon, Catalina State Park, and other enticing locations.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Open desert cactus and critters, please supervise

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 514161vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Lazy Ranch Estates, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is in the mountains. Tucson Museum of Art and La Casa Cordova are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tucson Mall and St. Phillips Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or Sporting Chance Center. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Christopher Columbus Park - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Silverbell Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Christopher Columbus Dog Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Sweetwater Preserve - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Starr Pass Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 14 min drive
  • Tohono Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Caps & Corks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Teresa's Mosaic Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Greasewood Walkway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!?

As of 13 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome! on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$1,028, 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.

Is History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is History, Wildlife And Privacy! Birder's Welcome! located?

Located in Lazy Ranch Estates, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sweetwater Preserve, Silverbell Golf Course and Christopher Columbus Park. Greasewood Park and Golden Gate Mountain are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Becky and Daryl Hiser

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Daryl and Becky own the Homestead. Becky is the granddaughter of the Canfields who were the original homesteaders. She was raised in the area. Purchasing some homestead property with husband, Daryl, they built their own residence next to the Homestead. Daryl is a zoologist by education and engineer by trade. He is very helpful in identifying local flora and fauna. Becky enjoys hiking, horseback riding and quilting. Daryl enjoys hiking and U of A basketball. As a couple they take birding trips and enjoy the outdoors. They have knowledge of the area and would love to help make your stay a memorable one!

Why they chose this property

We took over ownership keeping the property in the family. We are very excited to share this small part of Tucson's history with travelers.

What makes this property unique

Staying at the Homestead will give you direct contact with relatives of the homesteaders the Canfields. Many stories of the development of the area. It has been the intention to keep the flavor of a 'homestead' home. Limited shared use of owner pool next door (walking distance).

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English

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