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1 mile east of the University of Arizona . 1.25 miles from UMC .

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Pool
Private kitchen
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 248.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Tucson, AZ
  • University of Arizona
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Reid Park Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1 mile east of the University of Arizona . 1.25 miles from UMC .

This 520 square foot guesthouse has everything you need . With a full kitchen ( no dishwasher ) including pots , pans and utensils . There is huge walk in shower ( towels and linens provided ) , satellite TV and Wi-Fi , private pool ( not heated during winter months ) , laundry access , furnished with Copenhagen queen storage bed , chairs and dinette surrounded by a private walled in back yard .

Located in the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood 1 mile east of the University of Arizona . Walking distance to Himmel Park , Walgreen's , Starbucks , The Loft ( movie theater ) , Whole Foods Market , The Rum Runner / Dish , several fast casual restaurants , Circle K , sports bars , yoga studio , public transportation , etc.

Property manager

John Goordman

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervised children.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small groups.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only in a designated outdoor area .

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
This property accepts credit cards
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Small groups.
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Midtown, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this cottage. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabino Canyon and Saguaro National Park. Check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center, and consider making time for Pima Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 7 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Eegee's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Garter Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Times Drive-Thru - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Brick Coffee - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 1 mile east of the University of Arizona . 1.25 miles from UMC . have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 1 mile east of the University of Arizona . 1.25 miles from UMC . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is 1 mile east of the University of Arizona . 1.25 miles from UMC . located?

Located in Midtown, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zocalo and University of Arizona. McKale Center and El Con Mall are also within 2 miles (3 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. 64 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

Great guest house in Sam Hughes

We truly enjoyed our stay with John and Chloie. John made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay in his guest house and Chloie added her special charm to make it complete! The location in Sam Hughes was perfect for everything we needed to do during our stay. We were within walking distance of the park, library, lots of restaurants and the grocery store. We couldn't have been more pleased!
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

w s.

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

3/1-3/31 2022

Ours was a wonderful stay in John's casita in every respect. It is obvious he cares deeply about his guest's comfort, safety, and experience. He is detail-oriented and it shows in how he has outfitted the property. We lacked for nothing while there and would stay there again.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

philip p.

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

Sunny tucson

I couldn’t ask for a better host. John could not be more helpful if I needed anything at all and as a long time resident shared his knowledge of the area shops and restaurants. Very quiet and secure location close to anything you might want. I will return!
Stayed 44 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANN MARIE G.

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

Best vacation ever

We have stayed here for the past 5 years.Always a wonderful experience.John could not be more helpful. And Chloe has become just like part of our family. Always coming in with a happy step and wagging tail. We would never go any where else when vacationing in Tucson. Perfect location, great pool and patio, great large shower, terrific house just the perfect size. You would be foolish to rent another vrbo in Tucson
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Great guesthouse and price

The guesthouse was great, exactly what we were looking for. The owner was very good to us during our stay. The dog was very lovable. Very good experience.

2/10 Terrible

Liza Y.

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

Domestic Violence

Here is the police report I filed against this property owner... Report #2012078542 | Official website of the City of Tucson Narrative/Witness Statement RENTED A UNIT @ 3014 E 1ST ST F 11/22-1/16 FOR TEMP LODGING DURING CANCER TREATMENTS. 55 DAYS PREPAID THROUGH VRBO TO OWNER JOHN GOORDMAN. PREVIOUS TENANT LEFT GOORDMANS HOME W/ HELP FROM LAW ENFORCEMENT. GOORDMAN WAS INTRUSIVE, HARASSED US SEVERAL TIMES/DAY TO ENFORCE HOUSE RULES OR TO HELP. HE WANTED IMMEDIATE ACCESS FOR UNNECESSARY REASONS; MONITORED US 24 HRS W/MOTION DETECTORS; STARED IN OUR WINDOWS DAY AND NIGHT, WAVING FROM HIS COUCH IN HIS PJS; INSISTED WE KEEP SIDE GATE LOCKED, IMPOSSIBLE TO ENTER OR EXIT ALONE; INSISTED FLOOD LIGHTS STAY ON; INSISTED WE SET OUR TRASH ASIDE SO HE COULD SORT THROUGH IT. HE WAS VOLATILE, ESPECIALLY WHEN IGNORED. 11/29 I EMAILED GOORMAN, TELLING HIM TO RESPECT OUR PRIVACY. HE RESPONDED THAT HE WASNT SURE WHAT THAT MEANT. 11/30 A MISUNDERSTANDING RE: TRASH PUT ME IN IMMEDIATE DANGER. I PUT THE TRASH BAG ON THE GROUND, THEN WENT IN TO ASK MY HUSBAND WHERE IT WENT. GOORDMAN CAME OUT, PACED, MOVED TRASH, SLAMMED DOOR. ONCE HE WAS INSIDE, I WENT OUT TO PUT IT IN THE RIGHT PLACE. HE SAW ME ALONE, CAME OUTSIDE YELLING. I IGNORED HIM, TRYING TO UNLOCK THE SHED W/OUT INCIDENT. HE YELLED AGAIN, I WAS QUIET. HE CHARGED TOWARD ME, SHOUTING AT FULL VOLUME W/RED FACE, PULSING VEINS, FINGER POINTED @ MY FACE, HEY! IM ASKING YOU A QUESTION! I SAID, PUT IT IN WRITING, HE GOT LOUDER, I YELLED, PUT IT IN WRITING! 3 MORE TIMES, RUNNING BACK INSIDE TO ESCAPE. MY HUSBAND SPOKE WITH HIM, GOORDMAN SAID I WAS TRYING TO KILL HIS DOG. 12/1 I TOLD HIM THERE WOULD BE NO MORE PERSONAL CONTACT. HE SAID HED CONTACT ME HOWEVER HE LIKES. 12/2 MY HUSBAND AND GOORDMAN AGREED TO A CANCELLATION. 12/3 I INFORMED GOORDMAN WE WERE LEAVING, THERE WAS NO NEED TO CONTACT US AGAIN. HE CONTINUED THE TEXTS, EMAIL, VRBO MESSAGES. I TEXTED IF YOU CONTINUE TO CONTACT ME, ILL BE FORCED TO CONTACT LAW ENFORCEMENT 12/3-12/6 HE CONTINUES THE HARASSMENT SEVERAL TIMES A DAY VIA TEXT, EMAILS VRBO MESSAGES. I JUST WANT HIM TO LEAVE ME ALONE.

2/10 Terrible

Nancy K.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PROPERTY

I booked this property for approximately 3 months for work. Worst experience I ever had. The pillows/mattress pad were dirty and stained. I had to replace them. Not enough lighting in the bathroom, not enough hot water to complete a shower, bugs and roaches in the bathroom, shower "curtain" that was old and stained. The owner was always trying to enter under the guise of maintenance. He would pound on my door in the morning demanding that I let him in to wash the shower curtain. A couple of times after entering he left his beer cans inside the studio. He and his girlfriend would sit right in front of my door smoking cigarettes and drinking beer. At night, you could clearly see through the window blind into the studio apartment. I had to cover it with a sheet. After dark, there was inadequate lighting. You had to walk through a pitch black carport, then wave your arms to activate the security lights , then fumble with the key to unlock the gate to the backyard where the studio was located. The property owner was inappropriate, calling me some disgusting names. As I said, stay away. I'd hate for anyone else to experience this horror. I cut short my stay there.
Stayed 68 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

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

Great Place

Property is very quiet and kept extremely well. Landlord was very attentive and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

fun times in Tucson

room large enough for us. great location to travel in both direction in Tucson. Owner had good ideas for food and beverage. Owner very engaging but did not crowd us. Would stay again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike L., Thousand Oaks, California

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

Perfect Weekend

We planned a trip to Tucson to visit our son who is a student at U of A. We were looking for a place not far from campus and this place didn’t disappoint. The property was a 10 minute Uber ride from campus. John, the owner was great and his dog Chloe was great too. The rental unit was perfect for us with plenty of space We didn’t use the pool in the backyard, but I’m sure it would be nice on a hot summer day. We will definitely stay here again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R., Chicago, IL

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

Perfect long weekend getaway

The guest house was clean and very well equipped with everything a traveler could need. The location is walking distance to plenty of eateries and stores and a quick drive to the U of A. John was a wonderful, generous host and there was excellent communication during my stay. I fell in love with his dog Chloe! I will definitely stay here again! Thank you John and please give Chloe a huge hug for me! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daryl O., North Plains, OR

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

Efficient - Economical Property - Close to Everything

We would have enjoyed our stay much more if we hadn't got sick! This place pretty much has what you need. We seemed to have plenty of room. The bed was very comfortable for us. The property is secure and well cared for with a wall around it. The pool is not heated so if you are there in the winter months the water temperature is in the 50's. Very friendly dog that will greet you each day.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W., Freeland, USA

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

Fabulous Tucson stay!

This place was exactly what we needed at a price we could afford. It has a comfortable bed, walk-in shower, armoire, good sized tv, everything a person needs in the kitchen, and the most lovable lab you’ll ever meet. It’s in a good location, close to everything and on a quiet street. John, the owner, couldn’t have been more accommodating. We were lamenting that we couldn’t get a football game we wanted to watch even though there are about 150 stations, so he immediately called and added the sports station! He checked on us daily to see if we needed anything (through short text). Chloe the lab helped us not miss our lab so much. We plan to return and stay here again. Maybe when it’s a little warmer so we can go in the inviting pool. Thanks John and Chloe for making our stay so wonderful!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Tucson guest house

John was an amazing host. Very knowledgeable on the area. Reccomended great bars, restaurants and local sites. Will stay again upon return to Tucson

10/10 Excellent

Trupti R., Pasadena

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

Fantastic stay!

John is an amazing host. He made sure I had everything I needed. The place is quiet, clean and comfortable. I was visiting for a month. This was a perfect place to come back to after a long day at work.
Stayed 35 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great guesthouse

John was a great host. We would definitely stay here again. Very convenient location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phil O.

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

Refreshing pool

This is our 2nd stay with John and Chloe. As before, our visit was great...nice room, clean bathroom, refreshing pool, convenient area, and very helpful host. We hope to book here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Nice quiet stay.

Everything it was advertised as, nice owner, NICE VRBO, great location, easy to get to, nice dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Moe D.

Great place to stay

Pictures don’t do it justice! It’s much larger than it looks. Beautiful property and safe area. John the owner, is a friendly and very kind man and really makes you feel at home. Would definitely stay there again when I’m in town. And I can’t forget about Chloe, Johns dog. Friendly, obedient cuddly fur baby! She really made our stay special. Thank you John for sharing her with us. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

ANN MARIE G.

Wonderful, Home away from home

This guest house is the best and John our owner couldn,t be more wonderful Especially sharing his perfect special dog CHLOE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO LEAVE THEM BOTH When you book your stay expect to be given the royal treatment

8/10 Good

James T.

Great place

Great place, I would stay there again. Suburban feeling with great transportation and amenities near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T., Sedona

Owner engaged

Property location offers several benefits. John is willing to help you make the best of your stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Garth B., Canada

Great Stay With John & Chloe

I just spent the last 5 days in John's wonderful space and could not have been happier with the location, cleanliness, comfort and companionship. John is very helpful with any requests you have but gives you all the privacy you require. The space is separate from his home and is the perfect size for 1-2 people looking to visit Tucson. As a separate space, it is extremely quiet, which is important to me as a lite sleeper. Everything in the space from coffee maker, to WiFI, to bed comfort was perfect for me. There is a good sized washer / dryer on site and a safe place to park your car if you need, both of which I utilized. So many people have commented in their reviews about Chloe, John's wonderful rescue dog who is in training to be a therapy dog. This is one of the friendliest, most comforting dogs I have ever encountered and was an extra bonus to choosing this space. As you can tell, my stay with John & Chloe was wonderful and if I am ever coming through Tucson again, I will look to book here first for sure. Thank you John & Chloe, all the best to both of you. Garth Beddome
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Excellent

We have stayed with John’s several times as it’s close to our son’s home and our grandchildren. John is the perfect host and there is always a friendly welcome from Chloe, his lovely dog. The area is close to Himmel Park, shops and amenities with good bus connections to downtown Tucson and local attractions. John’s place has everything we need for a relaxing and carefree holiday He is so helpful and kind that we hope to spend many more visits here. It’s the perfect retreat from the demands of babysitting our three grandkids.
Stayed 26 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

Very nice property in good location.

John was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

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Hosted by John Goordman

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