See all properties
Entire home·Private host

Tranquil Desert Retreat

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Tranquil Desert Retreat

Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Tucson, AZ
  • La Paloma Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tucson Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Desert Retreat

NEW RENTAL! Tranquil desert retreat in the lower foothills of the Catalina mountains. This two room studio is in a prime, quiet location with stunning desert views from its private deck while being only minutes from shops and restaurants.
This property has not been reviewed yet because it is newly listed. We have three other VRBO rentals with more than 100 five star reviews .
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to University of Arizona. Laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by car from University of Arizona and 8 minutes from Tucson Mall
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Susanne Kaplan

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Tranquil Desert Retreat Tucson
Tranquil Desert Retreat Private vacation home
Tranquil Desert Retreat Private vacation home Tucson

Tranquil Desert Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great property

This is my 2nd of hopefully many stays. Great location, near hikes and good retail/restaurants. Beautiful property and patio, really quiet. Comfy bed well equipped kitchen. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

The property amazing and Susanne is amazing. Very clean. Sat out on the deck and watched the sunsets. Very quiet. Private. Exactly as advertised and even better. Loved my stay and loved the place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great setting, location - cute

In a nice neighborhood, serene setting with a view of the Catalina mountains from the deck. So helpful to have a washer/dryer for dusty hiking clothes. Close to groceries, restaurants and the fabulous Sabino Canyon. Great value and would absolutely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Folsom, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Really Serene

The unit is quite comfortable, but the key feature is sitting on the deck gazing out over Tucson and the beautiful natural landscape with all the birds- so serene. It was as soothing and relaxing as being on a deserted beach. We needed our mini vacation to unwind- mission accomplished!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, quiet stay with nice view

Just spent 3 nights with my daughter and property was exactly how described. Great location in the foothills, deck with view was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful desert oasis

This is an awesome property, I've already booked another stay. Host is very responsive and helpful. Unfortunately it was rainy and cold so i didnt get to enjoy the deck with a grill and beautiful views all around. The suite has windows on 3 sides, lots of good natural light. A comfy bed and fully stocked kitchen plus a couch, a work area, and several chairs make this a place i could stay for weeks. Its in a quiet neighborhood, it feels far from it all, but within a 5-10 min drive there are tons of restaurants and stores. Im looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, well-kept property, at a reasonable price. Close to hiking, dining, and shopping. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiking & visiting friends vacation

Great location, quiet but beautiful area. The hostess was very nice & accommodating. The king size bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed for our week vacation there. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Findlay, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing, secluded feeling, private getaway with stunning views of the mountains.

We really enjoyed our stay here. We felt secluded and private, yet convenient to major access. The apartment was clean and adequate. The bed was super comfortable. The private deck was our favorite place to watch local birds, the sunsets, and relax viewing the mountains. Our hostess was awesome. She was quick to respond to issues and provided us with a cooler to use for our adventures while we stayed. Quiet mornings, amazing sunsets. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesli M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wish we could’ve stayed longer!!

This was an awesome property to stay at! Great everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W., Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here - it felt like a retreat. The property is just as advertised. It is nice to go back to a quiet neighborhood to the patio with a view after a day of exploring. While you need a car for stores and restaurants, they are only a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute room on the desert

Cute room overlooking the desert and the Tucson valley. Nice deck to be able to enjoy the views. The kitchen was fully equipped. There were some quirks (odd wiring, low water pressure, toilet with a sticky handle) but for a 60+year old building, it was certainly in good shape and a good pick. The host was pleasant and responsive to our emails to her. We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Experience

This was one of the best VRBO properties we have ever rented. The location is fantastic. The views from the porch are amazing with plenty of fun wildlife and birds to enjoy. It's also easy to get around the area from this location. We loved the interior. It was cozy, clean, and comfortable. The bed was so amazing--we slept so well (the fresh desert air and exercise probably helped)--but the mattress and bedding were luxurious! The host was fantastic--friendly, helpful, and easy to access. We loved the suggestions for hikes (this was our third visit to Tucson), and we found great new places to explore. We would definitely rent this place again--and we highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

The check in process was great. The Hostess allowed my fiancé to check in first because I had problem flying out that day. The property stands true to its name. Secluded so a car is need, but everything is close bye. I would recommend this place and in all honesty I would love to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was communicative and had wonderful suggestions for activities! The place is great for a relax get away in Tucson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tucson home in foothills

Excellent property in beautiful setting. The house had everything we needed. Very comfortable home in a quiet and very scenic area. Susanne was very friendly, provided a lot of great recommendations, and very responsive. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful space!

This rental was perfect; the furnishings and amenities were all well thought out, the view is phenomenal, the hosts were friendly and communicative. I couldn’t recommend this place more! We bopped all around Tucson while we were in town and the Catalina foothills really seem like the best place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet with a view

The place is tucked away and is quiet and peaceful. Pretty skyline view and it was comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry D., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in the Catalina Foothills

We spent a week here, and our expectations were exceeded! Suzanne was a great host, the place was clean, stylish, and well-located with a great view. The bed was comfortable, the shower good, the kitchen was convenient, and we enjoyed ourselves from start to finish.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madden E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The property was very very nice and owners were very communicative! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Retreat

Very nice, private. Comfortable bed! Property manager was attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Tucson

The place was clean, well stocked, and very comfortable. Also close to all amenities. Communication with the owner was easy and quick. We had a great week of quiet sleep, with only the rain to listen to some evenings. Lovely, and highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021