Front of home, Desert Hills II is a peaceful, friendly, safe neighborhood
Location: Desert Hills II, Green Valley, Tucson & Southern Arizona, Arizona, USA (20 Minutes South of Tucson, 55+ Community) View Map
Accommodations: Townhome, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Keywords: Townhome, townhouse, vacation rental, green valley home
Escape cold winters and enjoy the beauty of the Santa Rita mountains, the warm Arizona sunshine and enjoyable activities year round. Leave your worries behind in the comfort of this beautiful home-away-from-home retreat!
This bright and neat home will make you feel welcome as soon as you walk in. At 1450 sf, it is a spacious open floor plan with the kitchen open to the comfortable dining/living room. There is a new 32 inch flat screen TV in the living room and a 28 inch flat screen in the Arizona room. The furnishings are newer and very nice with tasteful SW decor. King and queen beds sleep 4 and there is an inflatable heavier style mattress/pump for a person to sleep on the floor if needed. Master has a small TV and large walk in closet. The Arizona room (like a sunroom) is located at the back of the home and opens to a lovely patio with native cactus and plants. This is like a second small living room area, equipped with a flat screen TV (expanded cable is throughout house for all three TVs). There is a card table in a closet that makes this a great location to set up to do jigsaw puzzles or crafts. Home has high speed, wireless internet.
We have many additional pictures of the interior & mountain views, see link below for "More Photos".
The large brick patio overlooks the arroyo (if you are new to the area, it's a dry creek/river bed filled with trees and desert plants that attract native birds and wildlife.) Madera Canyon, a renowned spot for birdwatching, is right down the road, and you will see many birds in the arroyo, too (or at the patio birdfeeder). Wonderful mountain views with spectacular sunrise and sunsets from the patio. Take it all in and relax!
Green Valley Recreation system (GVR) allows you full use of any of the 12 Social Centers w/wonderful swimming pools, jacuzzi, exercise equipment, tennis courts, many classes & activities offered on a regular basis. This conveniently located home is within walking distance to one of the Rec Centers.
There are so many things to do in and around this area...convenient for trips to historic Tombstone, three nearby Indian casinos, Tubac artist colony, observatories, Arizona Desert Museum, Bisbee, Madera Canyon, and all the cultural offerings of Tucson. It's just a 25-minute drive to the border of Mexico & wonderful shopping. The Elks Lodge is close with a very active membership.
This area is a golfer's paradise, with eight golf courses within minutes of this home, such as Canoa Ranch Golf Club, Canoa Hills, San Ignacio, Desert Hills Country Club. There is easy access to 20 other courses in the area like Arizona National and Ventana Canyon.
Age-restricted neighborhood, one guest must be 55 or over. Rates assume you have your own cell phone, does not include a phone in the unit but we can have phone service installed for an additional fee, please inquire.
***Note see below for two links, one to "More Photos" property website and a link to Green Valley information, Chamber of Commerce (tabs on that site include golf course information).
***SUMMER SPECIAL JUNE TO AUGUST ONLY: SUMMER SPECIAL OFFER for all 3 months from June to August, for just $2,700 ($900 per month.) That's less than $30 per night for this approx 1400 sf retreat with two bedrooms, two baths! Must rent multiple summer months for this rate; otherwise summer is $1100/month.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : New Washer and Dryer installed 2011, located in the unit behind closing bifold doors
- Dryer : New Washer and Dryer installed 2011, located in the unit behind closing bifold doors
- Covered Parking : Double sized carport.
- Off Street Parking : Guest street parking lot is across from this home.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Available in the area for a small fee
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed : Heavy inflatable floor mattress with pump
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Available at GVR Rec Centers
- Cable/Satellite TV : EXPANDED cable, two Flat Screen TVs (32 inch screen in Living Room and 28 inch screen in Arizona Room), smaller TV in Master Bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Shared Pool : Available at GVR Rec Centers
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Large closet sized pantry adjacent to kitchen, fully supplied kitchen including all dishes, cookie sheets, baking pans, lots of serving dishes for entertaining, etc.; all cabinets painted a lighter neutral color in 2011!
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Also small appliances, such as crock pot, roaster, blender, electric can opener.
- Refrigerator : New refrigerator installed end of 2011
- Dishwasher : New dishwasher installed end of 2011
- Microwave : Built in above electric stove
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Gas grill, one year old
- Deck/Patio : Huge brick enclosed back patio adjacent to arroyo with mountain views, patio table seats four with extra outdoor chairs available
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Awesome Mountain Views, sunrise and sunsets, and Arroyo Views that attract natural wildlife
- Monument View
- Communications
- Telephone : No telephone is provided, assume you use your own cell phone. EXCEPTION is that we can provide a land line telephone for those from Canada if cell phone usage is too expensive, please inquire!
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Included in price of rental, no extra charge! There is also a computer printer available to hook up if needed!
- Other Amenities
- Elks Lodge is convenient with a very active membership, restaurant. Short walk to Social Center, very friendly to bicyclists and walkers w/dedicated lanes for golf carts, too. Note: this is a low traffic area, without many cars coming through unless they live in the area, which helps to make it a peaceful, friendly neighborhood where people know each other.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Small pet please inquire
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Senior Adults Only Community : One Guest Must be 55 or over
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 55+ community
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking, security deposit will be used if evidence of smoking in the house
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Fantastic Star Gazing from back patio at night, with a wide open sky above the arroyo, many old missions available to tour in the area including San Xavier Mission the "white dove of the desert" and Tumacacori Mission
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan - March (High Season)... $2200/month no weekly rentals in high season
Apr - May (Post-High Season)... $1800/month $500/wk; June to Aug $1,100 per month
Sept - Dec (Pre-High Season)...$1800/month $500/wk
*$400 (SUMMER) TO $500 (Pre, Post High season) WEEKLY / WIFI included
*Rates assume you use your own cell phone, Does NOT include a phone in the unit.
*Refundable security/damage deposit of $500. Exit cleaning fee of $75.
*Small Pets, inquire. Deposit of $100, refundable.
*Discounts negotiable for extended off season stays or if you are building a home.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Relaxing Retreat +Patio W/Arroyo Mt View Hiking Wifi Upgrades!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Desert Hills II
We came to Green Valley to stay at a friend's place, who had been telling us for years how great it was. It wasn't high on our list of places to visit...Nancy had a picture in her mind of tumbleweeds and desert and certainly no oasis. But when we finally did visit, we fell in love with the area (and were amazed by how green "Green Valley" actually was), she said "what took us so long to come here?!!" The largest pecan orchard in the world spans along the valley area and adds color, as well as the trees at the base of the Santa Ritas. And who knew the cactus and native plants bloom with such pretty flowers in the spring. If you golf, as we do, it can't be beat, the variety and challenge of the courses nearby is excellent. There are many, many things to do in the area for all types of interests, and GVR is a great resource for taking classes and taking advantage of their exercise facilities.
We are baby boomers and Green Valley has proven to be the perfect retreat to find sun and to relax. Now we know why so many people are catching on to how affordable and wonderful this place is!
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome
The back patio overlooks the arroyo and the Santa Ritas; one of our favorite things to do the first morning we are at this home (and each morning after) is to get up just before sunrise and watch the sun come over the Ritas while having a cup of coffee. At just that time, the desert comes alive, and you can sit on the patio and watch quail families, doves, thrashers and listen to all kinds of birds singing, watch bunnies hopping along--wonderful!
When we are visiting we enjoy entertaining friends who live there full time or family who visit, and we love having everyone over and using the convenient kitchen and gas grill and then sitting on the back patio as the sun sets, and the Ritas turn pink. You can sit on the patio long after dark and watch the sky fill up with stars, which is why this area is famous for star gazing. Finding satellites is not hard to do.
We also love taking the afternoon off and sitting in the living room or Arizona room to read a good book and then lay back in the full recliner for a little siesta! Pure R&R!
Please see our "Guest Comments". We want our guests to be as comfortable as we are when we come here to relax. We take great care and have included upgrades for this home so that it is not outdated and is very convenient for all. You will not be disappointed!
Safeway, hardware store, hallmark store, restaurants, McDonalds; strip shopping mall convenient to Frontage Road that takes you to this townhome
Tubac country club (where movie "Tin Cup" was filmed!) and wonderful artisan community of Tubac, many SW art products, food, street celebrations, etc.
Known as the white dove of the desert, wonderful old mission with church still in use today, tours of mission and authentic architecture
Casino, many wonderful concerts in a nice size venue, excellent restaurant
Pizza places, restaurants, furniture stores, quite a large shopping strip mall
Another shopping strip, Groceries, Starbuck's, many various shops
Property Photos
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- Front of home, Desert Hills II is a peaceful, friendly, safe neighborhood - Green Valley Vacation Townhome with Mountain Views
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- L Room w/2 leather full recliners, flat screen TV, DVD & nice open floor plan - Green Valley Vacation Townhome with Mountain Views
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- Front door entrance/ SW hutch. Leather recliners in L Room are ultra in comfort - Green Valley Vacation Townhome with Mountain Views
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- NE facing fully enclosed patio overlooks arroyo, SPECTACULAR mountain views!
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- Moon over Santa Rita Mountains, as seen from the back patio, facing East. VIEWS!
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- LARGE master w/king, bathroom, walk-in closet, entire house has nice SW decor
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- Dining area open to living room and pass through to kitchen, SW decor
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- Full size kitchen (frig was replaced with new wht one) huge pantry, door on rt
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- Guest room / wall length closet, Q bed entire home decorated w tasteful SW decor
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- Kitchen is open to dining/living rooms, huge panty door shown, lots of shelves
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- Picture taken from your back patio of the sunrise over the Santa Rita mountains
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- From back of home, beautiful mountain views you will absolutely love!
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- Garden room at back of home has it's own TV & desk; perfect for doing hobbies
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- View of back garden room, TV and desk and large window with patio & arroyo view!
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- From back of home, arroyo area, has private gorgeous view of birds and wildlife!
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- Magnificent sunsets, this picture taken from back patio.
Traveler Reviews (13)
Everything We Needed and Outstanding Views
Guest: Jackie & Rob
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 12/01/09
Review Submitted: 01/31/10
This is a wonderful townhome and we felt at home as soon as we walked in. Previously we stayed in a place that was outdated, but this place was upgraded and very comfortable, nice SW decor and ammenities. Dave and Nancy were great to work with and supplied us with a great packet of useful information, and were easy to keep in contact with if we had questions. The Wifi was a great plus and the arroyo and mountain views were superb. Loved watching the morning sunrise over the Santa Rita Mountains. We used the back patio bird feeder and had birds of all kinds visiting all day long. Green Valley was a welcome relief from the cold winters and this place is not in a high traffic area, very peaceful and convenient neighborhood. Highly recommend and we will definitely return. Thanks for being so accommodating and welcoming!
Owner response:We are looking forward to your next stay! We are so happy you had a great time and enjoyed the place. Keep in touch and thanks again--Nancy and Dave
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing.
Great stay, excellent accomodation!
Guest: Sharon and Steve
(Muskoka, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/01/11
Review Submitted: 12/16/11
My husband and I spent a wonderful month in Green Valley in this unit. It was well equipped, extremely clean, comfortable with great views from the patio. Nancy was very pleasant to deal with, informative and responsive. We had 2 different couples join us for a week each in our month and the unit still felt spacious and very comfortable for all. There were no surprises - the unit was exactly as presented in the listing - actually even better in person. The location was perfect for our first time exploring Arizona. We golfed many times at the numerous courses in the area, hiked nearby Madeira Canyon several times, shopped at Tubac and went on day trips to Bisbee, Chiricahua, Katchner Caverns. So much to do in the area and this home provided an excellent base for our adventures. I would highly recommend this unit to anyone wanting to explore the Green Valley/Tucson area of Arizona. Thanks Nancy and Dave for a wonderful stay!
Owner response:We were so glad to have you for your first visit to Green Valley! We are happy you took advantage of all the area has to offer and had such a good time. Thanks for being wonderful guests!
Recommended for:Pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.
Home Away From Home!
Guest: Pat and Dianne
(Iowa)
Date of Stay: 12/30/10
Review Submitted: 04/10/11
My husband and I just spent three months in Dave and Nancy's townhome in Green Valley, and we had our best winter ever in GV! The home was well appointed, clean, conveniently located, and felt like 'home' when we first walked in. It is located in a very friendly neighborhood, and the views can't be beat! We really enjoyed the back patio which overlooks a large arroyo, and also offered fantastic views of the Santa Rita Mountains. Nancy was a delight to work with. She promptly returned calls, and kept in touch with us via email, without being intrusive. We are really looking forward to returning next year and know we will enjoy another fantastic winter in Dave and Nancy's home in Green Valley!
Owner response:We feel fortunate to have had you two as guests, you're wonderful to work with and we are definitely looking forward to having you return as often and long as you like! Glad you had a safe trip home and have a great summer back in Iowa. Best--Nancy and Dave
Recommended for:Pet owners, age 55+, sightseeing.
Great views! Great location! Great place to stay!
Guest: Don & Joanne
(Athol, ID)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/06/11
This was our first time getting a rental through the internet and we were quite pleased! The place was clean and nicely furnished, the kitchen was well stocked with the gadgets a cook would like to have access to and THE VIEW WAS FANTASTIC!!! The photos don't do it justice. We loved sitting out on the patio enjoying the sun, the mountains in the distance and the birds. The location of this townhouse was very convenient with one of the recreation centers within a 10 minutes walk, several golf courses very close and the post office, a shopping area, and access to the main highway very convenient. Nancy and Dave were very helpful with the information they provided about the area and when there was a problem with the washer and dryer, they took care of it right away. They were easy to work with and easily accessible. We would highly recommend this property - - wished we could have stayed longer!
Owner response:You two were wonderful to work with and we hope you keep our place in mind for future visits. Enjoy your retirement! Best, Nancy and Dave
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities.
Guest: Jane and Michael
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Date of Stay: 03/17/10
Review Submitted: 03/17/10
What a wonderful location to escape from the winter snow! This was our first time in Green Valley and our first experience as snow birds. We were pleased to find the home and location were as advertised. The townhouse was clean, nicely arranged and furnished in a comfortable way that added to a very enjoyable stay. The view of the arroyo and mountains from the patio was beautiful and ever changing. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly. We look forward to returning to the Valley next year. Dave and Nancy, you were great to work with. Thanks!
Owner response:We were so pleased you had a good time and loved GV! We are looking forward to your next stay with us and really enjoyed how easy and great you were to work with. Take good care! Nancy and Dave
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Guest: Stephanie & Peter
(Glen Haven CO)
Date of Stay: 03/01/10
Review Submitted: 03/01/10
This was our first visit to Green Valley and stayed two weeks. Enjoyed the home, as it was very comfortable inside and out. The view and wild life was very enjoyable. If we were to go to Green Valley again, we would choose this place.
Owner response:Great to have you, you were perfect to work with and we hope you return. Take care! Nancy & Dave
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Guest: Jackie & Rob
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 12/20/09
Review Submitted: 12/20/09
This was our second time and the return visit was great. We love Green Valley, the location of this townhome and the views. The wildlife we see from the back patio and arroyo is wonderful. Can't wait to get out of the cold and return again.
Owner response:We always love hearing from you and are so glad you returned! We look forward to your next visit. Take care!
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Guest: Rob and Jackie1
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 11/09/09
Review Submitted: 11/09/09
Friends told us about this place and we had a wonderful time. Dave and Nancy were easy to work with even though we have never done an online rental. The townhome was so well furnished we really had a chance to enjoy ourselves without worrying about anything. Great value for our vacation dollar. Love the sunrises and views! Thanks!
Owner response:Thanks you two...you were great guests! We are glad to have heard you will return and are looking forward to it. Keep in touch!
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Guest: Lorna2
(Vancouver, WA)
Date of Stay: 03/31/09
Review Submitted: 03/31/09
First time visitor to Tucson area and we absolutely loved it. The place was perfect and couldn't have asked for a better location. Can't wait to go back.
Owner response:We were so glad you enjoyed yourselves and we would love to have you come back for some more R&R! Dave and Nancy
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Guest: RW Brown
(Vernal, UT)
Date of Stay: 02/22/09
Review Submitted: 02/22/09
This townhouse is nicely furnished and aptly equipped for cooking and grilling. It is located on a quiet arroyo perfect for taking early morning hikes and viewing wildlife. The wifi internet was a plus.
Owner response:REALLY nice guests and we're glad you loved GV. Say hi to Buddy! Dave and Nancy
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