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Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
NZ$224
avg per night

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Tucson, AZ
  • La Paloma Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tucson Mall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 69.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
Price is NZ$224 avg per night,

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About the area

Tucson

Located in Catalina Foothills, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this guesthouse is in the mountains. St. Phillip's in the Hills and 4th Avenue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Funtasticks Family Fun Park and Shonto Trading Post are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • La Encantada - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • La Paloma Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • St. Phillips Plaza - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Tucson Mall - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • University of Arizona - 12 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 16 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hacienda Del Sol - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Union Public House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location.

Enjoy this peaceful, spacious, bright guest quarters situated on a one-acre property adjoined as an in-law unit to a main house with a separate entrance. Guests can enjoy their mornings on the private patio, surrounded by the sweet smell of jasmine when in bloom and the chirping of birds and scurrying of lizards on this well-maintained property. You will feel like you are truly in the desert. This property is stylish, clean and quiet. No stairs or elevators. Walk through the courtyard to your private in law unit. To stay connected, there is WIFI with streaming TV, sling and Netflix subscriptions. I do not have premium sports channel subscriptions, so please plan accordingly if you want to watch special sporting events. High-end Saatva queen size mattress and pillows, with protective covers. Drift off to sleep from the peace and quiet of the neighborhood and blackout blinds. Parking is right next to the unit for convenience. At dusk the courtyard is lighted and welcoming. While some of my guests come for a week, many enjoy a month-long visit or longer to escape the cold winters or during relocation to Tucson. The location couldn't be more convenient and perfect as a home base as it's central to everything and just 12 minutes up the road from Banner Medical Center and 15 mins to UofA. While feeling secluded, you're minutes from La Encantada Shopping Center, excellent restaurants. Great walking neighborhood with hikes just minutes away, farmer's market on Sundays followed by Mimosas at St. Phillips Plaza or an early morning hike from the nearby Pima Trailhead.

Please note that you may see the smiling faces of myself and my dogs occasionally as we pass through the courtyard. We'll say hello and also respect your privacy if you prefer low contact. For longer term stays of a month or longer, you will be given a key for access to the laundry room off the courtyard.

Property manager

Laura Gargano

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
It is not suitable suitable for toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Allowed w/approval. 2 may be allowed and flea free
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ok on patio. Please dispose of butts and ashes.
Dog owners must pick up dog poop in a timely manner and not left unattended outdoors due to predators, be on flea prevention and spayed/neutered.
Interior furniture should not be taken outside. If furniture is rearranged inside, please return to their place before departing.
Personal furniture or storage boxes are not allowed in the unit to prevent any pest infestations including bed bugs. Suitcases are not allowed on beds

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location. located?

Located in Catalina Foothills, this guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from La Encantada and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rillito Park Horse Racetrack and St. Phillip's in the Hills. St. Phillips Plaza and Rillito River Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Bright, stylish, quiet casita in Tucson's finest foothills location. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Lovely desert hideaway

The host gave us excellent directions to her beautiful home with its attached casita. The space was cool and lovely with great views of the Catalinas. It had a functional kitchen and a couple of outdoor seating areas to enjoy the cool morning and evening. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Great stay!

I had a wonderful stay at the casita. Laura was the ultimate host. The casita was immaculate, well stocked, beautiful location, close to everything but quiet and peaceful. Looking forward to my next opportunity to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

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

A very nice property

This is a very nice casita, in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. Everything is good quality from towels to pots and pans. And the host is superb! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary A.

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

STA

Comfortable property and location. Very tidy and bright space.
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

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

Lush Desert Getaway

The property was as expected and more. Very spacious and decorated nicely. In a great neighborhood, with lots of desert plants and landscaping, and with fantastic views of the mountains. Loved the huge window in front to view the lush desert plants and Saguaro Cactus. Even had the resident bobcat pop by, but didn't stay long. I would definitely recommend this property. The host was out of town but was very conscientious about contacting her for any needs. This wasn't necessary, as everything went just fine. Had a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T., Calgary, Alberta Canada

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

Great house in the foothills

The property was great for us and our dog, it was very clean and bigger than we thought it would be. Lots of little extra touches that were nice and the kitchen was quite well equipped. Location was fantastic, easy to get to everything and a great area for walking the dog. Laura was a great host, very helpful and even let our dog swim in her pool, which completely made his trip! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Lovely Property

Minor glitches easily resolved. Would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

Perfect

The rental was perfect in every way. Can't wait to go back again. Perfect location to restaurants and trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle j.

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our stay at Laura's guest quarters. The location is convenient and the neighborhood is safe and quiet. Apartment is clean and had everything we needed. Layout is spacious for a one bedroom, with a nice patio area. Laura is great to work with. I mentioned that we were going to barbecue one night and she went out of her way to get us a backup tank of propane, just incase. I would definietly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

John and Terry P.

Lovely guest house in the amazing foothills

This is our second time spending a month in this wonderful guest house. Everything you can possibly need is provided and of excellent quality. So much nicer that other places we've stayed. Laura is very attentive to details and is helpful and available if needed. Her doggies are sweet and quiet. The area is full of birds that are a joy to watch. The neighborhood is perfect for walking with a fabulous view of the Catalina mountains. At sundown the changing light on the mountains is so special to watch. We hope to stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S.

Great Location and Very Pet Friendly

The Guest Quarters are very comfortable. We spent about one month and the space was fine. The location is excellent, providing easy access to downtown Tucson and other shopping and dining opportunities were very close. The location also provided a great view of the surrounding mountains sunrise and sunsets. The Quarters are very pet friendly and provided a safe closed in area for our dog. We took many walks along the streets in the neighborhood and found the people we spoke with friendly and helpful. I would recommend the location for anyone with a pet.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynne T.

Wonderful guesthouse

We had a perfect weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

Perfect location in the Catalina Foothills and amazingly comfortable home with all you really need.

Perfectly located near many great Restaurants and trail-heads for hiking and exploring.
Stayed 48 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wiley J., Laguna Niguel

Great experience, exactly what we were looking for. Catalina foothills are beautiful.

Laura was the perfect host, the accommodations were excellent. Highly recommended. Great location for numerous activities and destinations. Downtown is minutes away and local restaurants are plentiful. We will stay with her again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Relaxing retreat in the foothills

We truly enjoyed our 4-night stay. There was plenty of space for us, both inside and out, and the unit was tastefully appointed. Both arrival and departure was a breeze, and we enjoyed visiting with Laura and the pups! Not being very familiar with Tucson, we weren't sure if we picked the right location. After spending four full days exploring many different neighborhoods within Tucson, we realize that we chose the best spot! It's smack-dab in the middle of wherever you want to be. Whether you go east, west or south, you won't have far to go. Groceries, restaurants and shopping are nearby. We made sure to include some down time, relaxing on the patio, so that we could soak up some of the sun to take back to Chicago in April. The entire neighborhood was peaceful, quiet and private. Ultimately we'd one day love to own a place similar to this. Until that time, we'll be staying here whenever we decide to continue our search for our next home!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

Perfect!

Lovely home away from home in the Catalina foothills on quiet "country" street just five minutes from shopping and upscale restaurants. Very friendly, helpful host. Property is attractive, good-sized, and well-furnished. Quails, doves & bunnies abound. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Lovely, lovely, lovely!

We certainly enjoyed our stay at Laura's Guest Quarters. It is a beautiful property. The guest quarters are roomy and well appointed. There was not a single item you could want for, it is so well equipped. We enjoyed sitting on the patio in the sunshine, watching and listening to all the birds. The "Old Foothills" are charming and still close to great restaurants and shopping. Laura is a wonderful host and a charmer herself. We plan to return in May!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Loretta S., Long Island, New York

A Good Find

My husband and I enjoyed our 11-night stay here. The guest quarters are located in an upscale, quiet enclave. We sat for hours in the courtyard listening to and watching the birds and marveling at the light changing on the mountains. Plus, we had easy access to many sites around town. It's no surprise that we already booked for next year. The furniture and bed were comfortable. The owner is friendly and thoughtful and takes prides in the property, as she should. Many touches and amenities here that made the rental experience a positive, memorable one. The kitchen is small, but adequately stocked to have enabled us to cook most of our meals. (I did miss my dishwasher, though.) Lots of light here to make the guest quarters a welcoming, home-like place. Don't hesitate to book.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Anacortes WA

Desert Beauty and Quiet Comfort in Catalina Foothills

We - Jim & I & Alfy - really enjoyed our stay in these well-appointed quarters. The apartment is quite spacious with lovely views, comfy furniture and nice artwork. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. It was nice to have a secure courtyard where Alfy could be out on his own. He enjoyed playing with Laura’s dogs - especially in their grassy yard. The pea gravel in the courtyard wasn’t as much fun. The cool and wet February Tucson experienced during our stay certainly kept us inside more than we wanted, but we would love to stay with Laura again. PS - Alfy is a Westie.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Debbie G.

Spacious, clean, sophisticated decor, great location

We stayed only a week but would have been comfortable in this apartment for months. The Foothills location is perfect for vacationers; close to good restaurants, shopping and outdoor pursuits in the northern part of the city but also a pretty simple drive into downtown. The immediate neighbourhood is one of Tucson's most desirable addresses - quite low density, private and serene. The apartment itself is surprisingly large, very clean and Laura has decorated it beautifully. The kitchen is well equipped and you could, if you wanted, prepare all your meals. We didn't because Tucson has so many great restataurants to sample, but we found it very handy for storing and preparing snack foods and drinks. The weather was pleasantly mild during our early March stay but, in hotter weather, we probably would have missed having a pool to cool off in. Not a deal breaker so I'm sure we'll be back next time we're in AZ.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

cynthia k.

Beautiful setting in the foothills

The Guest Quarters is spacious, immaculate and very comfortable. And the setting is beautiful. We sat in the desert each night to watch the sunset over the mountains. But we also had a view of the mountains from the dining area. Laura was very friendly and I would definitely recommend her lodging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marla A., Texas

Large spotless guest apartment in great neighborhood

Laura is a very kind and conscientious hostess, and her place is well appointed and much larger than it looks in photos. It is attached to her house, but she leaves guests a lot of privacy. We didn't cook, but the kitchen had enough dishes, bakeware, pots, pans, etc for all needs. I especially liked having a bathtub as well as shower, and being able to use her laundry facilities. The little patio was nice in the afternoons when it got sunny, and the neighborhood is like being out in the country, but ten minutes to shopping. Our dog loved visiting/playing with Laura's dogs! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christia S.

A Hidden Gem in the Beautiful Foothills

Clean and well maintained guest area. The owner allowed me access to laundry etc. I have a two year old and one year old and brought their beds with us. There wasn’t a problem and there was plenty of space. The owner was very kind and responsive. The kitchen is well stocked with whatever you might need. I will do more VRBO and less hotels going forward. It is such a better option with the kids especially to just be able to make breakfast etc. We were there for Christmas and we brought a small tree etc. Plus my kids could take a bath etc. which is not always a choice in a hotel as many just have showers. The courtyard is amazing and totally fenced in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D., Albuquerque

Lovely Casita!

We had a wonderful visit in Tucson! This Casita is in a perfect location, beautiful views of mountains, sunsets, and wildlife. We loved the Huge window in living room. Yet you're only minutes from shopping and restaurants. Laura was the perfect host! She welcomed our pups like family and invited our pups over to her house for Thanksgiving Day play date with her pups. The Casita is equipped with all the kitchen/ Bath essentials and was very clean when we arrived. We would definitely stay at this Casita in future. Thanks again Laura, it was great meeting you. Tony and Cindy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anne M.

A wonderful and peaceful get away in a desirable location in Tucson

This is a private and quiet apartment attached to the owner's house. The view from the apartment is lovely. The walks around the Santa Catalina foothills are wonderful. I heard coyotes and owls at night- a real treat. The outdoor patio is a plus, but it is totally in shade. It is not warm, in the morning and evening in the winter. But its shade is probably more welcoming in warmer months. Furnishings are clean and appealing. Kitchen ware is great. The location is fabulous, convenient to many shopping areas, hikes, downtown. I would highly recommend this place and stay there again!