Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Roberta C.
3 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Desert Guesthouse
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2023
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Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Dive into relaxationUnwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
- Firepit availableOne of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Patio
- On-site fitness centre
- Shared communal pool
- Barbecue
- Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Tucson, AZ
- Tucson Premium OutletsPlace, Tucson Premium Outlets6 min drive
- Crooked Tree Golf CoursePlace, Crooked Tree Golf Course7 min drive
- Mike Jacob Sports ParkPlace, Mike Jacob Sports Park9 min drive
- Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2 /office
2 Single Beds
Living Room 2
2 Queen Sofa Beds
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area
Add dates for prices
About the area
Tucson
Located in Tortolita, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is near a water park. Red Barn Theater and Frankling Auto Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crooked Tree Golf Course and Sunflower Village Center. Aeroball Sports Courts and Oro Valley Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, horse riding and hiking.
Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- Tucson Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
- Crooked Tree Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
- Quarry Pines Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
- Mike Jacob Sports Park - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
- El Conquistador Golf Course - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
- Tucson Station - 21 min drive
- Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- Wetzel's Pretzels - 7 min drive
- Circle K - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Dutch Bros Coffee - 8 min drive
- Circle K - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
?
As of 6 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson on 18 November 2026 start from NZ$9,762, 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 Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Desert Guesthouse - 10 Acre Property NW Tucson
located?
Located in Tortolita, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Crooked Tree Golf Course and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Tucson Premium Outlets. Sunflower Village Center and Quarry Pines Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Roberta and Jack it was a pleasure and we sincerely hope our paths cross again.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Christine N.
15 March 2019
Very neat, clean, visually pleasing.
The Casita was fabulously outfitted and the hosts are very gracious, helpful and friendly! We loved our stay in this very "remote" feeling of northern Tuscon with 25 minute access to downtown and 15-20 minute access to foothill hiking and biking on paved trails. The place is definately for people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy city yet close to everything! We will definitely be staying there again and again!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Thank you Christine and we certainly look forward to your return. It was a pleasure to meet you and thank you for taking such good care of everything. Hopefully we can get some more cooking time and recipe sharing in the future. Happy trails,
Patty
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John P.
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An oaisis in Tucson
This is the best rental we have ever stayed at! It feels like a secluded oasis with lots of land, incredible landscaping and terrific views of the mountains during the day and city lights and stars at night. Although it feels secluded it's conveniently located to many amenities. Patty and Jim are also the best hosts we have ever encountered. They made us feel welcome the entire time and provided many recommendations for music, food, recreation and other things. During our stay we purchased a new home in the Tucson area and it's good to know we've met our first friends already! Can't recommend this property enough!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Henri L.
12 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Patty & Jim, Great host, super comfortable guest house. Look forward to staying again soon.Pea
Peaceful, quiet, comfortable, relaxing.
Stayed 35 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Joe F.
3 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, secluded, surrounded by nature , but with in minutes of every modern convenience.
VRBO made life difficult, but the owners were on top of it and graciously solved all problems.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Julie R.
29 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in the Desert
What a beautiful, tranquil, and peaceful location! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was cozy, comfortable and inviting. The views were breath taking from the front and back porches. Our hosts were very friendly and made us feel right at home.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
phillip w.
7 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in the Arizona desert
My wife and I stayed at Totolita for the month of January this year and had a wonderful time. It is a guesthouse that was very well appointed and had plenty of space for us as well as a great outdoor space. The privacy was fantastic. We were in the middle of a saguaro desert with few, hardly visible, neighbors, plus we saw plenty of wildlife. Our hosts were great to us and responded very quickly to any questions we had. We would stay there again in a minute.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Thank you for your review Phil . We too enjoy living in the rural desert- it’s a special place. We hope that you return again next year. We appreciate the gentle care you and Kate took while living in the Guesthouse.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Marsha K.
3 February 2019
This was a lovely guesthouse in the middle of the fascinating Sonoran Desert.
This guesthouse was a wonderful place to stay while exploring Tucson and taking a break from the weather in Minnesota. It has a newly remodeled kitchen and comes fully equipped. The house was very clean and well maintained. The owners could not have been better hosts. They care about their guests and the property. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Thank you for your review and we look forward to your return. It was a pleasure to host you. I hope I get to hear more of your music next year.
Patty
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
lisa h.
4 May 2018
5-star stay!!!
My stay at this lovely guest house was my best experience ever with a VRBO property - and with the owners. The house is lovely - lots of glass, light, comfortable space - felt totally at home. The house is immaculate and well equipped, with a wonderful sun room and outdoor seating and BBQ area. It is 10 minutes away from great shopping - food as well as a terrific outlet mall. The "ranch" is full of amazing wildlife - hummingbirds, huge rabbits, coyotes and even a javalina - all wonderful to watch and photograph. The grounds, neighborhood and views of the mountains are breathtaking. And I cannot say enough about the owners . They are delightful, fascinating, respectful of privacy, but included me in a number of their activities and parties - which was greatly appreciated. I consider them new friends. So again - 5 stars across the board. Without question.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sue C.
5 January 2016
nature at its best, clean and peaceful
I just spent two months in this wonderful rental, and hope to return. Clean, comfortable, easy to live in, with great hosts who live next door. I liked the location, it was easy to get to almost everywhere while being a little removed from the busyness of the city. Hummingbirds, roadrunners, hawks, horses, cattle are just a few of the things that I saw most days on my walks, along with classic Sanoran Desert botany. A well-appointed kitchen made it easy to cook, and the bed was great - something that's important to me. Good grocery shopping close by, with easy access to I-10 to get into the city quickly.
I can't say enough good things about Patty and Jim - they gave me the privacy that I wanted while quietly making sure that I had everything I needed and socializing when time permitted. They went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable, including small details like making sure I had a hot water kettle and my favorite cookware. They are excellent hosts, I couldn't have asked for better, experienced landlords who care about the comfort of their guests. And really nice folks.
I highly recommend this rental for a variety of reasons - location, nature, cleanliness, comfort, privacy, and caring owners. Five stars all the way!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
James Q.
4 March 2015
Comfort and quiet
In the more rural sand-roads of northwestern Tucson, this guest-cottage/home is part of the owners adjacent 10-acre property but is completely private. Patty and Jim are perfect hosts. They are kind, helpful, responsive and friendly but not intrusive. Startup package of tea, coffee, fruits, flowers and candles etc is a delightful touch. Good grocery shopping within ten minutes but more plentiful retail therapy is 30-40 minutes away. The unit is professionally equipped without being cluttered. Spotlessly clean. Great WiFi and two TVs. It's as quiet as you could want. An attractive open plan, an Arizona room, WD, BBQ, FP, Queen bed and a (very firm) sofa bed in the den complete the picture of a great vacation spot for two. Loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
It was a pleasure to host you and Linda. Thank you for your care of our guesthouse and for leaving it in such immaculate condition - We hope for your return in the future.
Archival
8/10 Good
Sue G.
26 February 2015
Arizona at its best
Old west, desert, cactus, ranch style living, privacy, quiet, all the amenities with the exception of a full size queen bed with headboard. Fabulous hospitality. Best italian restaurant in North American within 10 minute drive. Tucson within 20 monites. Weather...perfect in January. Yes, we will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Pleasure to have you both - and we will be sure to get a kingsize into that unit upon request......queensize can be a little too cozy for some! Hope to see you again.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
22 January 2015
Solitude in the desert
This is a wonderfully peaceful vacation site. Patty and Jim are great; there when needed - not when not. The facilities are great. The kitchen is fully equipped as is the laundry room. We were leery of the dirt road described but found it to be no problem; actually smoother than many of the paved ones in Tucson. We usually stay in Ventana area but Oro Valley is more convenient to sightseeing, shopping, golf and the main highways (10 and 77). We hope to be back again soon.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Isabelle P.
9 January 2015
Desert paradise!
I had such an amazing time at the guesthouse! Patty and Jim were wonderful hosts. Patty responded quickly to every question I had before I booked, and I felt so welcome from the first exchange of emails. The house feels like home, only in paradise. Perfect location, quiet, private, surrounded by the wonderful southern Arizona desert, yet close to everything you need to do and see in the Tucson area. Patty was an invaluable resource, she shared tons of useful information about outdoors activities, where to eat, shop & play, as well as “tips from a local”. I am so glad I discovered the guesthouse, explored Tucson, and that I made new friends along the way. Thank you Patty & Jim. I cannot wait to go back.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Thank you Isabelle...it was such a pleasure to meet you and I hope that you will return. Please look us up and stay in touch - whether you are staying with us or not. We still have to get that hike in!
All the best
Patty
Archival
8/10 Good
Leilani S.
10 December 2014
Far away feel, yet close to everything
We had a wonderful experience staying at the Desert Guesthouse. The location is extremely convenient to I-10, Dove Mountain, and other amentities in Marana, yet the property is on 10 acres of lush desert. The guest house itself is cozy and well equipped for anything you might need. I love to cook and the kitchen had everything I needed to make wonderful meals to enjoy outside, under the covered patio. Patty and Jim are excellent hosts, warm and friendly, with a wealth of knowledge about the area. I would definitely recommend this property to those who want to feel like being away from it all, yet still having it all.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2023
Leilani and Mark
It was a pleasure to meet the both of you and really enjoyed sharing stories. I was so glad Mark returned and hope we can get you back from the WA winter weather soon.
Patty & Jim
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