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Charming Casita with Private Courtyard and Mountain View

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Bronze gate into courtyard. Tranquillity begins.

Bronze gate into courtyard.  Tranquillity begins. courtyard view with casita on right Welcome to Casita del Paz Comfy queen size bed entrance and bistro eating area Late afternoon and the mountains start to come alive. In hour they'll be  purple Bed stand and side chair. From bed looking into vanity area. Vanity area into enclosed bathroom. Mohair chair Mountain view window

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Last updated: 03/09/2013
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  • Minimum stay:N/A
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

The one and only original SaddleBrooke casita rental with a front window and courtyard view of the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains, direct access to a state-protected river wash suitable for hiking and bird watching, as well as three golf courses, this is the vacation setting for you. La Casita de la Paz, or “little house of peace,” is attached to a wonderfully landscaped home but has its own access and private courtyard for outdoor use.

La Casita de la Paz is furnished in yellow pine with genuine Navajo rugs, original artwork with iron accents.

The courtyard has a custom bronze gate, 2 fountains, Spanish furniture, roses and a mountain view. It is perfect for coffee, casual meals or evening cocktails. Two portable rocking chairs and two portable lounge chairs are provided because, yes you may just want to relax in the warmth and do absolutely nothing. A charcoal BBQ is provided for your use. The courtyard is a great place for star gazing at night with a chimenea (Mexican fire pit) for warmth.

The Casita is cheerful 400 sq ft studio with 3 windows. One facing the mountains and the other 2 the courtyard. A bistro table and 2 swivel chairs are provided for indoor dining as well as a wonderful mohair chair for cozying up with a good book and a black leather chair aimed at TV viewing (but it is OK to read here too).
Cable TV is provided so you will miss none of your favorite shows. If you must, bring your laptop as the Casita is equipped with WIFI.

Dining & cooking utensils, apartment size fridge, coffee pot, toaster oven, hot plate, and hair dryer are provided. There are extra towels, blankets and bedding. For additional comfort the bed is fitted with a thick memory foam pad and the windows are covered with room darkening shades. We have provided you with two hooded spa robes AND there is plenty of reading material and tourist information provided.

The owner is available to help you get the most out of your stay and will gladly advise you on tourist attractions and local activities.

Come! Stay! Enjoy! We look forward to meeting you!


Keywords: Casita (Small Guest House)

Property Type

      • Studio

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Meals

              • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

              Suitability

              • Non Smoking Only
              • Minimum Age Limit For Renters

              Bedrooms

              • 0 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2, Beds for 2
              • Queen size Beds (1)

              Bathrooms

              • 1.0 Bathrooms
              • Bathroom 1

              Kitchen & Dining

              • Refrigerator
              • Microwave
              • Cooking Utensils

              Amenities

              • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:

                Advance notice, reservations and additional deposit required....morecollapse

              • Air Conditioning
              • Linens Provided

              Entertainment

              • Satellite / Cable
              • Music Library

              Communications

              • Broadband Access
              • Wireless Internet

              Pool & Spa

                  • Communal Pool

                  Outdoor Features

                      • Deck / Patio:

                        Beautiful enclosed courtyard for privacy and relaxation....morecollapse

                      Location & View

                          • Mountain View:

                            Wake up to a beautiful mountain sunrise and watch the sunset turn the mountains purple in the evening....morecollapse

                          Activities

                          • Restaurants
                          • Spelunking
                          • Tennis
                          • Mountain Biking
                          • Basketball Court
                          • Swimming
                          • Cycling
                          • Golf
                          • Fitness Center
                          • Shopping
                          • Wildlife Viewing
                          • Miniature Golf
                          • Antiquing
                          • Horseback Riding
                          • Sight Seeing
                          • Live Theater
                          • Cinemas
                          • Museums
                          • Zoo
                          • Health/Beauty Spa
                          • Hiking
                          • Rock Climbing
                           

                          Reviews

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                          • Texmex charm

                            Texmex charm

                            • Guest Tg
                            • Date of stay 02/11/13
                            • Review Submitted 02/21/13
                            What this casita lacks in space it makes up for in decor. The owners have cleverly utilized the space by placing the fridge,toaster oven,microwave in half of the clothes closet along with dishes and glasses. The bathroom sink doubles up as the kitchen(with washing up bowl) and underneath the sink are the pots pans and kitchen utensils. There are even trunks underneath the bed that double up as extra coffee tables! There was no wifi for the 7 days we were there but Diane told us we could use the library at the clubhouse a few minutes drive away. TIP:if you go to the admin building you don't even have to get out of your car. We could use our iPad without a password in the parking lot. We weren't sure about sleeping on a foam topper and whilst it sits on top of an older mattress it was actually quite comfortable. bring your own coffe/tea and toilet rolls. There are a few condiments left by other guestsThe linens and towels have seen better days but the casita itself is in a nice quiet neighbourhood.

                            Recommended for: Age 55+.

                            Owner response: I apologize that our guests were unable to connect their new tablet to our WIFI. In the years we have rented we have never had a guest unable to connect. The WIFI was not down. I offered to call the cable company to get them connected (their tablet was reading something about software needed). The guests declined saying it was too much trouble and chose instead to go to the clubhouse. The Casita is always initially supplied with a few rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. Food and additional supplies are always guests responsibilities as with most rental units. The linens and towels are in good condition. They are neither tattered nor torn. As owners we know that all guests have their own expectations and that we can't please everyone (although we do try). We often get 5 star ratings on VRBO but if guests want a 5 star HOTEL experience they need to stay in a 5 star hotel where one will pay for it. We never falsify what we are, a well appointed, quaint, comfortable, reasonably priced, southwest studio.

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                          • Charming as advertised

                            Charming as advertised

                            • Guest PAtti
                            • Date of stay 01/03/13
                            • Review Submitted 02/02/13
                            I spent a month at the casita and it was a perfect place for me and my needs since I had friends in Saddlebrooke. I participated in golf lessons, lectures, workouts in the 2 exercise facilities, many hikes with the hiking club and enjoyed the January blue skies and gorgeos sunsets!! I loved the chimenea but did not see the pool because of the very cold weather while I was there. Diane was very accurate in her assessment of her place when I asked if it would work for me for a month!

                            Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Just right!!

                            Just right!!

                            • Guest Marty O.
                            • Date of stay 04/25/12
                            • Review Submitted 06/08/12
                            This was perfect for us! Loved the courtyard and the casita was tastefully decorated and just the right size. The owners have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. Only wish I could have spent more time there enjoying it. Extremely clean and well maintained! I will recommend this to other friends coming to the area.

                            Recommended for: Pet owners, age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Juli and Frank Simons

                            Juli and Frank Simons

                            • Guest juli
                            • Date of stay 11/21/11
                            • Review Submitted 12/12/11
                            We stayed here Thanksgiving week. The Casita was spotless and had all the amenities one would need. Diane was most gracious. We highly recommend this! Great alternative to hotel. Beautiful!!! Thanks and see you next year:)

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                          • Charming home away from home

                            Charming home away from home

                            • Guest Jane
                            • Date of stay 10/12/11
                            • Review Submitted 11/07/11
                            The casita was spotlessly clean, decorated beautifully, and in a great location. The pool was close and Diane's bike was available. I appreciated having wifi access as well.

                            Recommended for: Age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                          • Casita - Great Rental in Saddlebrooke, Loved it!

                            Casita - Great Rental in Saddlebrooke, Loved it!

                            • Guest Judi
                            • Date of stay 03/15/11
                            • Review Submitted 04/06/11
                            Had everything you could need, clean and great location. Lots of Entertainment (Exercise, golf, and great restaurants) available and nice people!

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                          • Saddlebrooke Casita Stay

                            Saddlebrooke Casita Stay

                            • Guest Pat & Wendy
                            • Date of stay 03/28/11
                            • Review Submitted 04/02/11
                            Excellent alternative to staying in a Tucson/Oro Valley hotel when visiting Saddlebrooke. The casita was clean, very private and had everything we needed. Diane was helpful and respected our privacy; definitely recommend if visiting Saddlebrooke.

                            Recommended for: Age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

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                            • Guest Barry and Debby
                            • Date of stay 01/21/11
                            • Review Submitted 03/04/11
                            We were very pleased with the renlal. It was quiet, peaceful and in a very safe neighborhood. The rental was immaculate, thoughtfully decorated and had a very comfortable bed. There were lots of little "extra touches" that made our stay more comfortable. We would definately stay again and would recommend this rental to our friends.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                            • Guest Cherrill Kallio
                            • Date of stay 02/05/09
                            • Review Submitted 02/05/09
                            We enjoyed our week stay in the cute casita. It was very clean and had alot of amenities. There is a courtyard to be able to sit outside and enjoy the view of the mountains. The owner was very easy to work with, respected your privacy and very helpful.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/5

                            • Guest Derek Denby
                            • Date of stay 01/06/09
                            • Review Submitted 01/06/09
                            The Casita was an excellent base for my stay in the Saddlebrooke area. Very cosy and contained everything I needed to make my stay there an enjoyable one just before Christmas 2008. The scenery around is breathtaking and all the Saddlebrooke sports/leisure facilities are excellent. I would love to stay there again and would highly recommend it to other potential guests. (Thanks again to Diane & Mike.)

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 4/4

                           
                          $75/night (3 night minimum)
                          $2100/month
                          Check or wire transfer only.
                          $150 Refundable security/damage deposit
                          Cleaning Fee $75.  Cleaning fee $150.00 for stays over 14 days (non refundable)
                          Payment In Full In Advance Required
                          Short term rental agreement required with payment
                          No refunds 60 days prior to arrival date - ask for a copy of our refund policy
                          

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                          Last updated: 03/09/2013
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                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 2006

                          About the owner: Mike a retired college professor still works tutoring local students. Diane works part time at a local nursery. We live full time in Tucson and are available to help make your dream vacation a reality.

                          Why the Owner Chose Saddlebrooke:
                          We love the beauty awe and wonder of this area. It is magical. With 8 mountain ranges surrounding Tucson it is a gorgeous area with the pleasures and comforts of a city. Wildlife abounds. We regularly see bobcats, coyotes, deer, javalina and so many birds it is impossible to list. The area is quiet and serene.


                          Contact us

                          • Primary: (520) 441-8090(Arizona, USA)
                          • Secondary: (949) 244-9396 (California, USA)

                           

                          Photos

                          • Bronze gate into courtyard.  Tranquillity begins.

                            Bronze gate into courtyard. Tranquillity begins.

                          • Welcome to Casita del Paz

                            Welcome to Casita del Paz

                          • entrance and bistro eating area

                            entrance and bistro eating area

                          • Bed stand and side chair.

                            Bed stand and side chair.

                          • Vanity area into enclosed bathroom.

                            Vanity area into enclosed bathroom.

                          • Mountain view window

                            Mountain view window

                          • courtyard view with casita on right

                            courtyard view with casita on right

                          • Comfy queen size bed

                            Comfy queen size bed

                          • Late afternoon and the mountains start to come alive. In hour they'll be  purple

                            Late afternoon and the mountains start to come alive. In hour they'll be purple

                          • From bed looking into vanity area.

                            From bed looking into vanity area.

                          • Mohair chair

                            Mohair chair

                          Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #165267

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                          0 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 2


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