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Tucson's Gateway to Best Restaurants & Shopping + Heated Pool + 2 Master Suites

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Tucson, AZ
  • La Encantada
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • La Paloma Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tucson Mall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Tucson's Gateway to Best Restaurants & Shopping + Heated Pool + 2 Master Suites

This home is called the Tucson Gateway because when you walk out the front door you’re on the threshold of the best Tucson has to offer. Finding our newest vacation home was challenging because we began the search with the end in mind. With our other vacation homes we discovered that our guests want more of what makes life great. The perfect vacation home needed to offer more of what Tucson visitors really want:

- More outdoor living spaces

to bask in Tucson’s warm climate. Tucson boasts the most number of sunny days a year in America and guests want to take full advantage of all that sunshine.

The Tucson Gateway offers a pebble tec pool with available gas heat surrounded by natural stones and boulders for a refreshing dip even during the coldest months of the year when you’re neighbors back home are wearing parkas.

Take in spectacular sunsets, mountain views, and twinkling city night lights all from the bubbling warmth of an oversized spa. Enjoy gracious outdoor living in any 1 of 5 patio areas each with intimate seating areas situated all around the home. Read a favorite book while lounging in the sun or relax in each other’s company under starry nights around a crackling fire pit.

in a natural setting

One of the many things guests love about Tucson besides the climate are the natural spaces and wildlife. The day we received the keys for this new home I happened to glance out a bedroom window as I was locking windows and doors to notice a deer fawn curled up next to the a/c unit with Mom watching from her lay spot on the other side of the driveway.

The acre of natural desert surrounding the home increases privacy and acts as a noise buffer leaving you in solitude although there’s still the comfort of neighboring homes nearby and even better some of the best dining and shopping that Tucson has to offer within walking distance.


- To be even closer

to restaurants...

Because an important part of living well is eating well. From the Tucson Gateway you can walk to some of Tucson’s finest restaurants like Vivace’s or Fleming’s and wave at the valet as you’re greeted by the maitre d’ for your reservation.

Prefer more casual dining within walking distance?

Tucson’s Mexican food is legendary, we invented the chimichanga after all, and Blanco Tacos and Tequila can inspire some lively meals. Maybe wood fired salmon at Firebirds or another surf/turf meal is more to your taste in their casual yet upscale lodge atmosphere.

Check out Ra’s Sushi Bar for creative rolls or maybe take home a white pizza from Humble Pies. For conscious dining with emphasis on fresh, sustainable ingredients walk on over to Goodness.

Just want a nice place to have a drink?

Then stroll over to The Living Room. It's a great neighborhood hang out with cozy indoor spaces as well as soft seating in open air spaces to stretch out in with tasty lounge food.

Whatever you choose, any meal can be made better with a Gelato from Frost’s. On your walk home make sure to stop by this Gelateria that imports their ingredients all the way from Italy.

There are many more delicious dining options available you can walk to we just don’t have enough space here to tell you about them all so check out the dining guide in the kitchen for a more comprehensive list. Besides as comfortable as this home is, you might prefer take out or delivery that beats any hotel room service in town in both quality and value.


to grocery stores...

For the stay at home cooks you’re within walking distance of AJ’s Fine Foods a boutique grocery store offering gourmet foods and talented chefs in their bistro, sushi bar, bakery, and grill. Chat with the wine staff about the perfect pairing for that Southwestern dish you’re planning.

Looking for something a little more familiar? Whole Foods as well as Trader Joes both of which are national grocery chains offering the finest natural and organic foods available are within 2 miles.

to shopping...

Nearby La Encantada, an outdoor shopping center, brings luxury to within walking distance. Don’t be surprised if you keep coming back to shop at Tiffany’s, Louis Vuitton, Coach, or Williams-Sonoma.

So grab a free sample of fresh brewed tea from Teavana or fresh roasted, organic coffee from Savaya’s and indulge yourself in some much deserved shopping. For the fun lovers there’s an Apple Store, game store, and toy store.

to great places to visit…

Spend a whole day touring several of Tucson’s favorite art galleries just a leisurely walk from the home. Stop by Shlomo’s New York Style Deli for a quick bite before continuing your exploration of Tucson’s art culture.


- More ensuite bedrooms

With 2 master bedrooms similarly furnished to choose from, quarrels about who gets the best room can be avoided because now you’ll all have the best room.

Spiced with old Spanish romance each room features windows with expansive views, distinctive beehive fireplaces characteristic of the Southwest, sitting areas and flat screen tv’s for lazy days when you don’t want to get out of bed. Someone else visiting with you? There’s yet another bedroom with it’s own bath for privacy lovers or bring more guests and share the 3rd bath with the 4th bedroom occupants.


- As Always

This home features interior spaces designed with an emphasis on comfort. Since comfort is such a subjective quality we made the spaces visually appealing too.

Enjoy concrete kitchen countertops and 14” that walls that provide comfortable interior temperatures all year long. Each wing of the house has it’s own heating and cooling unit controlled by thermostats to accommodate different temperature preferences.

You’ll have an authentic Tucson experience in a home designed in Tucson’s traditional architectural style dating back to 1775 including all the amenities of modern living. Hand carved corbels and woodwork enhance the appeal of “feel good” spaces. Wood beamed ceilings add that touch of rustic Tucson charm.

Book Your Reservation Now

Indulge yourself in an authentic Tucson experience that will continue to provide rewarding memories for years to come.
This vacation home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of La Encantada. You'll find features like an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • 14 minutes by car from University of Arizona and 11 minutes from Tucson Mall
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Property manager

Andrew Ford

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: We not NOT allow ANY pets. Please book elsewhere.

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
Note from host: Have septic tank limitations & not enough parking!
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Registration Number 21522400

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Tucson's Gateway to Best Restaurants & Shopping + Heated Pool + 2 Master Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
The property was even better than the pictures. The layout of the rooms gave everyone space and the outdoor areas are wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This house was wonderful and amazing in every way! The host was very communicative and helpful. I look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G., Cockeysville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect Tucson retreat
As an active couple with active friends, we were looking for a centrally located, clean, quiet and attractive home with easy access to biking, hiking and Tucson attractions. Tucson'a gateway scored a perfect 100 on all counts. The kitchen was extremely well furnished, the beds comfortable and setting conducent to welcoming sunset from the patio. After 20 years and dozens of VRBO experiences, this was the highlight.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Zandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gateway Getaway
Beautiful Territorial style adobe home in the desert of Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
House was well represented. In general we didn’t like Tucson
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold O.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful home.
It wish beautiful. Better than described. Fully stocked. Great appliances. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth it!
Easy check in Home is clean comfy . The pool is beautiful . Not for mobility challenged There are split level steps It’s well appointed And the views are stellar. The only thing is the noisy Air conditioner. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotta T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in foothills
Nice home and property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

GINA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Oasis
It checked all of our boxes. Pool is a must when visiting AZ; temperatures reach well over 100 degrees The house has a very sophisticated HVAC system that keeps it very cool all the time. The neighborhood and location is also a plus. Near Campbell street which is a major thoroughfare's to The University of AZ and downtown. also near a mall with grocery stores and very high end shops and nice restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson foothills
Great stay in a really nice location. Beautiful sunsets, plenty of nice outdoor spaces, both in and out of the sun. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Pool and hot tub were clean. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We absolutely loved the location of this property-easy access to Campbell to head down to U of A, shopping and all amenities nearby. The house itself was very clean, spacious and in a lovely setting. Lots of outside spaces to relax. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
FABULOUS HOUSE & LOCATION: Perfect for a long stay
The house provides an incredibly comfortable and luxurious accommodation for a long stay. The interior furnishings are pleasant, warm and unobtrusive. The furniture, beds, chairs, and tables are well maintained. The kitchen is well-equipped for gourmet family cooking, as well as entertaining. The layout of the house is perfect for guests, having a private space with king bedroom and bath, and another bedroom for kids. There are two separate working areas for offices. The Master Bedroom suite is spacious and comfortable. The four different exterior spaces provide great views from all directions, with shaded and sunny areas throughout the day. The hot tub, grill and fire pit are easy-to-use. The outside is private, quiet and filled with birdsongs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna T., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view, great outdoor space
The location of the house was great – very quiet with beautiful views of the sunset and cityscape. The beds were comfortable and the outdoor space was amazing! We loved the hot tub and heated pool, as well as the many terraces for relaxing. It was also nice to have the garage to park our car (but watch that step down into the kitchen!). Speaking of stairs – they are everywhere inside, as others have noted, so this may not be the house for those with mobility issues. In addition, the living room felt cramped for a group of six, and two of the bathrooms were pretty dated. The kitchen was fairly well stocked with the basic pots and pans. Communication with the host proved to be a bit frustrating. Despite prepayment for a heated pool, it was overlooked, and the host tried to charge me again for that amenity. When I pointed out I had already paid, he agreed to refund $100 for the loss of one pool day (still haven’t seen that refund but hoping it appears soon). The host sent emails prior to our arrival, which was helpful, but responses to the email bounced back. I then sent a message via VRBO about a possible late checkout, and he did not respond until a week later – the day before we were scheduled to leave. All in all, we had a nice stay, but I don't know if we'd stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., New york

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Get Together
The home itself was beautiful and very comfortable. Plenty of towels, extra blankets and pillows. The kitchen was fairly well stocked for cooking with most utensils and pots and pans for cooking meals. All of the four bedrooms and beds were very comfortable. The indoor areas of the home were absolutely fabulous, but the outdoor property was in desperate need of care. Most of the bushes were overgrown. It was difficult to use the hot tub without brushing up against the bushes that were overgrown. The hot tub also wasn’t very hot, so that was a bit disappointing. We loved everything else about the property and would recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

deborah m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home and pool but not for those with mobility issues
Nicely furnished home very much in Tucson architectural design. The pool is very nice however we had issues while there. The host did refund some of the cost for the heating. The layout is such that all in your party can spread out and have privacy. The downside for us is that there are steps everywhere - both inside and outside the home. Getting out of the home to walk down to the pool was such that one in our party never made it to the pool or spa as it was too dangerous due to mobility issues. The path to get to the keypad to turn on the spa is uneven rocks. There was no mention in the home description nor any of the reviews that numerous steps needed to be navigated. We would not have rented this home had we known it was not for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson oasis
This is a wonderful home with a great view, especially the sun setting over the mountains in the distance while sitting on the deck or in the hot tub, cocktail at the ready. Very clean, yet inviting and quite comfortable. Nice rustic feel but still has the tech you need if you wish. Ample space: living area, kitchen, bedrooms and baths are all well laid out and ample. I would easily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fall Break Vacation
We all loved the property and the pool and spa were big hits with the grandkids. Easy access to the main things we wanted to see. Nice layout with big rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in the Foothills
We loved, loved this Oasis. We appreciated the separate private master suites for quiet and privacy as much as the areas where we could easily convene to enjoy the early morning sunrises and sunsets. Views from every room are relaxing. Garage access was hugely convenient. Perfectly appointed home interior with Hacienda and Adobe furniture and colors. Host Andrew was available and helpful. I would absolutely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and home
This was our second visit. Love the location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah G.

Beautiful home, great communication with the owner, I wish it was a little cleaner.
This home is beautiful. Great bedds and linens. Plenty of extra towels. I love the pool was fenced since we have a little one. Beautiful furnishing and decor. Bonus we could park in the garage and could do laundry. An act of nature caused a power outage while we were there, and the owner was very helpful. Cons. The pool could have been cleaned and hot tub was dirty. There was a ton of wasp landing in the pool every day we were there. There were crying on the floor under the table when we walked in. Remotes and faucets had finger prints as well as faucets so we ended up desenfecting ourselves. Overall we would stay again as the owners were very helpful and the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio V., Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Oasis
Excellent, quiet and centrally located.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
This property is wonderful! Beautiful home and location is perfect. The layout of the house is perfect! Every bedroom was private and comfortable. The two master bedrooms with private bath were great being on opposite ends of the house for those that go to bed early or want to sleep in. Views of city and mountains from pool and hot tub with fire pit where awesome. Walking distance to shopping mall and AJs Market means no car needed once you arrive 👍 Will stay again soon hopefully!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Everything was as advertised - no surprises. Great location, lots of stuff very near. Enjoyed the patios, pool, and spa. Masters were very nice & big. Had access to garage for parking as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023