Our vacation home is situated in Northeast Tucson/Tanque Verde at the base of the Catalina Mountains, near the entrance to Coronado National Forest and Hwy to Mt Lemmon and just a few minutes from Saguaro National Park. It's a spacious Santa Fe style residence that sleeps 8 with multiple living and dining spaces as well as beautiful outdoor areas. A large lap pool and hot tub are featured in the backyard next to a wood burning fireplace and lots of patio space. Outdoor kitchen includes a grill island. The front courtyard offers sweeping Southwest views of the Rincon Mountain Range and the city of Tucson. Three of the five bedrooms include ensuite full bathrooms, and the large kitchen is equipped for gourmet cooking. Home is 10 minutes drive from local shopping and restaurants, and 35 minutes from University of Arizona and downtown Tucson.
The space
Our Santa Fe ranch style home features stucco walls and high ceilings with large windows to enjoy the desert views and plentiful access to the patios, pool area and outdoor spaces. Main living area includes two large couches, game table and fireplace. Large kitchen has its own breakfast nook with a table that seats 6, in addition to the main dining room with large table accommodating 8 people. Each bedroom is equipped with ample closet space as well as night stands/reading lights and extra linens. Laundry room has ample counter space for sorting and folding laundry.
Guest access
Single level floor plan has all rooms situated at ground level with easy access between indoors and outdoors. The den entrance is wheelchair accessible. Front driveway and parking area has room for multiple vehicles.
Our cleaner charges $250 - $400 per clean depending on how many guests and how long it takes to clean. Because this is a rental property we ask that exchange partners pay the cleaner directly after their stay.
Notes
Our home's location in the Sonoran high desert means extreme temperatures are possible during the summer months, so be sure to stay hydrated when spending time outdoors. Also, be aware that wildlife encounters are part of life in the desert environment. You may see jackrabbits, coyotes, javelinas, snakes and other various and sundry desert critters.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Long term
Adventure
Family
Romantic
Foodie
Relaxing
Luxury
Mountains
Remote
Hiking
Cycling
Last minute
Accessibility
Step free access
Easy entrance
Single level
Wide hallways
Accessible door handles
Accessible windows
Accessible bedroom
Accessible parking space
House rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Hiking, biking, golfing, camping, horse riding and other outdoor opportunities abound, with Coronado National Forest and the Mt Lemmon highway just minutes away. Bicycling the Mt Lemmon road is an epic ride rivaling some of the best climbs across the country. Also nearby: La Milagrosa Trail (1 mi), Agua Caliente Canyon (1.5 mi), Agua Caliente Regional Park (2 mi), Arizona National Golf Club (4 mi), Forty Niner Golf Club (4 mi), McDonald Park (5 mi), Udall Park Farmers Market (8 mi), Trail Dust Town/Golf N' Stuff (9 mi), Saguaro National Park East (12 mi), Sabino Canyon (12 mi), Tucson Botanical Gardens (14 mi), Reid Park Zoo (16 mi), Pima Air & Space Museum (19 mi), Colossal Cave Mountain Park (22 mi), Mt Lemmon Summit (30 mi)
Getting to my home
We are roughly 35 minutes by car from downtown Tucson and TUS regional airport. From downtown head east on Broadway Blvd turning left on Wilmot/Tanque Verde and left again on E Catalina Hwy. From airport, head east on E Valencia Rd turning left on S Kolb Rd which becomes Tanque Verde Rd, then turn left on E Catalina Hwy. Once on Catalina Hwy turn R on Snyder Rd, then L on Soldier Trail and L on Elin Ranch Rd.
Nearest airport
Tucson International (TUS) is the regional airport. 7250 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85756
Getting around
A rental car is necessary due to our rural desert location. Nearest grocery shopping is 10 minutes by car (Madera Village/Bear Canyon). Downtown Tucson and University of Arizona are 30-35 minutes to the southwest.
Map of Approximate Location
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