Endless Views Sunrise to Sunset- Charming Casita- Saguaro West

• LUMINOSA BRILLIANCE

  LUMINOSA BRILLIANCE

  • Guest Bob
  • Date of stay 04/14/13
  • Review Submitted 04/28/13
  Beyond enthusiastic agreement, it is difficult to add to the universally favorable reviews of previous visitors. That said, I will make a few comments which follow: whenever we needed anything--say a scissors or a "Q-tip,"or matches, it was there. From tissues to linens to dish detergent, the items supplied were of excellent quality. Water from the faucet was tasty & cool. The nearby swimming pool was ab fab after a hot hike. We also took out a membership at the Desert Museum and went there frequently for walks, presentations, a snack and the free coffee & tea that come as a privilege for membership on the lovely patio at Phoebe's cafe (We hope to return to Luminosa before the year-long membership expires). We enjoyed excellent presentations at the Saguaro Park visitor center. If you look closely at the photos of the casita, you will note that it is placed on a concrete pad that completely surrounds it and extends 12 feet or so beyond the house. I liked being able to walk around the entire house in stockings or barefoot as I took in the views. Appropriately shod, it was also lovely to simply walk out into the desert landscape that directly surrounds the house because it is like living within Saguaro Park. For these walks, a camera & binocs were a must. Nor will you be disappointed by drives on the nearby Bajada & McCain Loops. Altogether, Luminosa was an enchanting experience.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.

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• Enchanting

  Enchanting

  • Guest KC
  • Date of stay 01/05/13
  • Review Submitted 04/03/13
  My husband and I, along with our small dog, stayed here for 2 months. We just loved it. Quiet, wonderful scenery, lots to do, great hosts....what else could you want! We will be back! Everything was clean and comfortable and top notch all the way. We even watched our personal "coyote" come and go every day! We loved the nearby Indian Casino which was very clean, new, friendly and we were lucky too! Do not be afraid to stay in this little gem....you will enjoy it ... I promise!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway.

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• Wonderful Luminosa

  Wonderful Luminosa

  • Guest Denise Z.
  • Date of stay 03/11/13
  • Review Submitted 03/25/13
  Luminosa is a beautiful casita offering all the comforts of home and more including beautiful furnishings, gorgeous sunsets, wonderful wildlife viewing and peace and quiet. A great place to rest and relax. This is our home away from home and we truly enjoy our stay.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, people with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• The best

  The best

  • Guest luvnthedesert
  • Date of stay 08/19/12
  • Review Submitted 08/28/12
  Our second time here was just as wonderful as the first. Beautiful desert, lovely hosts, wonderful Monsoon rains, fantastic wildlife. This is the place for photos and relaxing. It makes you want to move to the desert!!!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• If you love the Desert just stay and you will see.

  If you love the Desert just stay and you will see.

  • Guest Todd
  • Date of stay 05/25/12
  • Review Submitted 06/11/12
  The perfect casita for privacy and a great place to just be out in the Saguaro's and Desert life. Clean, comfy and private. The desert gives you the alone time we sometimes need. The pictures do speak for themselves but trust me your stay is worth the rental fee and more. When we come back we will stay again. Todd -North Georgia

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Sonoran Gem

  Sonoran Gem

  • Guest Kim and Rick
  • Date of stay 04/20/12
  • Review Submitted 05/21/12
  Found this little gem online, and spent a wonderful week here at the end of April. It was great to meet Cynthia and Allan who were the most gracious hosts. They showed us around, and then gave us some tips of where to go, and what to see. We appreciated that they told us that this was our home for the week, and that if we needed anything at all, they would be right next door. They were not intrusive at all, but were there when, and if we needed them. If you've ever wanted to experience life in the desert, this is the perfect place. Everything that you need for a comfortable stay was there! We arose each morning to see the sun rise over the mountains, and hear the desert come to life. Then, a perfect end to the day on the back porch watching the bats and owl silhouetted against the saguaros and setting sun. The wildlife was amazing as well. We saw the coyote almost everyday, and the bird life was incredible. There was an abundance of quail (some with babies), lizards, ground squirrels, rabbits, and for a little more excitement, a rattlesnake! We hiked everyday in Saguaro National Park, which was closeby. A truly amazing experience which we will always remember. Definitely want to come back!! Thank-you Cynthia and Allan for sharing your little oasis in the desert!!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Perfect introduction to the South West USA

  Perfect introduction to the South West USA

  • Guest Dom and Karen
  • Date of stay 04/03/12
  • Review Submitted 04/23/12
  We stayed at Casita Luminosa for 3 nights and wish it had been more. The casita was spacious and very comfortable with everything we needed to self cater for 4 people. Allan and Cynthia were the perfect hosts, very warm and welcoming but allowing total privacy. Our kids loved exploring the desert from the front door with cactus and birds in aboundance. The views are just as advertised - endless. We all enjoyed watching the desert come alive in the mornings from the comfort of the patio and then listening to the night sounds as we also settled in for the night. The 30 minute drive into Tuscon through Gates Pass is spectacular. Casita Luminosa far exceeded our expectations in every way and it was a beautiful way to start our trip.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children.

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• A Desert Beauty!!

  A Desert Beauty!!

  • Guest Paul and Diane
  • Date of stay 11/25/11
  • Review Submitted 01/19/12
  This review is overdue but I wanted to make sure I added to the wonderful accolades this little beauty is getting! My husband and I stayed for our anniversary and were looking for a place that was private, secluded, cozy and away from the city lights. Casa Luminosa was perfect on all accounts. It's in a beautiful, but very private setting in the desert. We didn't get the chance to meet Allen but Cynthia was a gem! She was a perfect hostess by greeting us, introducing us to the casita and the surrounding area then giving us complete privacy while letting us know she was available nearby if we should need anything. We loved the decor in this casita and were particularly impressed with how large and well-done the bathroom was. The views from all sides of the casita are endless and we loved watching for wildlife, especially a beautiful male coyote that we spotted several times. Thank you Cynthia and Allen! We can't wait to go back and recharge our batteries in this wonderful little haven! Diane and Paul

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Brilliant desert retreat

  Brilliant desert retreat

  • Guest Jane
  • Date of stay 01/31/11
  • Review Submitted 01/07/12
  Casita Luminosa is the perfect place to stay in the Tucson area. If you like birdwatching, pick up a copy of Finding Birds in Southeast Arizona and you can start right your birding experience right on the verandah. Pat and I loved the casita. It has everything you need for a vacation stay and was the perfect place to start and end our day. We never did eat dinner out - we were too anxious to get back to enjoy the beautiful sunsets and the peace and quiet of our little home away from home. As others have noted, Cynthia and Alan are wonderful hosts. We will return. As to the surrounding area ... we were blown away! We loved Sabino Canyon, the Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park, Mount Lemmon (when I wasn't nervous about the drop offs), Catalina State Park (the canyon loop). And we went further afield to sample the birding at Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve, Madera Canyon and other places in between. If you like backroads, try the road from Highway 83 (north of Sonoita) west to Madera Canyon. I think it is called Hwy 62 or Box Canyon Road. Do drive it from east to west unless you like riding on the canyon side of a narrow, twisting, largely unmaintained dirt track! We saw coyotes, coati, white-tailed deer, javelina and other animals as well as lots of birds and that was in the middle of winter. We'll go back in early spring next time.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway.

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• A desert oasis!

  A desert oasis!

  • Guest Elsie
  • Date of stay 12/13/11
  • Review Submitted 12/20/11
  My son and I spent 6 nights at the Casita Luminosa this past week. One could not ask for a more beautiful vista or more welcoming hosts. Well equiped casita with everything one needs for an extended stay or short break. The casita is close to anything you may want to visit in the Tucson area and yet when you are there, nature prevails. The location is perfect for quiet and beauty. Gorgeous sunrises and glorious sunsets. Coyotes sing to you at night and the birdsong is the morning is amazing. The owners are a delight and so helpful and gracious without being intrusive to your time there. I hope to return soon. Thank you for sharing this lovely casita and location with others. A very enjoyable and relaxing visit.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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Night:$99-$150.00
Week. $570.00 Off season to $750.00 High season 6 nights 7 days
Month: Varies according to season
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.