Best escape from Winter!

Guest: Matt and Cindy (Durango, CO USA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/12 Review Submitted: 01/16/12

The Tucson Cottage was the perfect getaway from the cold, winter weather in Colorado!. The location is quiet and peaceful and the cottage is situated amid beautiful cacti/desert gardens which have numerous birds and desert animals.We enjoyed cycling and hiking in the Saguaro National Park East . Amenities such as grocery stores, coffee shops, and nice restrauants were close by so we didn't have to drive very far. The interior was very clean and creatively decorated with cheerful and bold colors. The outside garden sitting areas were perfect for bird watching, reading, relaxing, and watching the sunset. The Cottage had all the comforts of home. Sara and Ralph were great hosts and we definately plan to return next winter!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

Quiet, relaxing, perfect location

Guest: Neil (Boston)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

I greatly enjoyed my stay in this lovely cottage. Terrific location near desert trails and bike routes, colorful and stylish interior, well equipped kitchen with cooking utensils, blender and coffee maker. Ralph and Sara were great hosts--respectful of my privacy but very friendly and helpful.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

Wonderful little cottage

Guest: Claudine H.
Date of Stay: 05/24/11 Review Submitted: 08/05/11

Everything was perfect for us: the inside decoration, the place in the middle of desert vegetation and wildlife, the outdoor seating, the privacy, the surroundings, the calm and being at the edge of the town and the kitchen appliances and dishes! We hope to come back and enjoy the cottage longer.

Owner response:Great having such nice people. Thanks.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing.

Beautiful Desert Cottage

Guest: Parrot Lovers (El Paso, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/17/11

This cottage is beautifully decorated. The Owners haven't missed a single thing in making a comfortable, well-equiped home away from home. The desert setting is a haven for quail and their little ones. We will certainly visit here again. We were in a convention everyday, so we couldn't spend very much time at the cottage. It was hard to leave it in the morning, and it was so welcoming at night when we returned. Glen & Sharon

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing.

A Wonderful Place to Spend Quailty TIme

Guest: Catherine & Andrew (Victoria, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11 Review Submitted: 05/04/11

This was our first trip to Arizona. We enjoyed the cottage. Sunrise and sunset were special times of the day to be outside in the surrounding sitting areas. Lots of birds and bunnies to watch. The cottage is close to many parks, shopping and the sites of Tuscon. Sara and Ralph are excellent hosts. We were so impressed we signed up to come back next year.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

Desert Respite

Guest: Paul (St. Paul, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/09/11 Review Submitted: 03/26/11

A great place to fall out. Beautiful location. Description of the property was accurate. Kitchen well-equipped and the house clean and well-maintained. This was a very comfortable spot to enjoy the desert. Saguaro National Park was only a 20 minute walk to a major trailhead. We enjoyed all seven of the special seating areas on the property with views in all directions. We highly recommend this property and will return next year for perhaps a longer stay.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

Winter Escape

Guest: Paul (St. Paul, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/09/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

A wonderful week in a beautiful spot in the desert. Description was accurate. Wonderful, colorful decor. The house was equipped with everything we needed from kitchen to WiFi to the eight distinct sitting areas on the grounds. Very private setting and the owners were most helpful. The 30 minute walk to the trailhead was a bonus. We will return!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

Even Better Than Advertised

Guest: David (Anacortes, WA)
Date of Stay: 02/01/10 Review Submitted: 03/14/11

We stayed here for the entire month of February 2011. The cottage was very completely and charmingly furnished, with all of the comforts of home. The hosts were very attentive to our (few) needs and requests, but never intrusive. The location of the cottage is ideal for visiting the Saguaro National Park (East), just one mile from a trailhead at the northern edge of the Park. Bird feeders outside our windows attracted hummingbirds, quail, thrashers and woodpeckers, as well as rabbits and ground squirrels. Raptors were much in evidence as well. Altogether a very pleasant stay, we would definitely stay there again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.

The Ideal Setting for a True Arizona Vacation

Guest: Ben and Lindsay (New York)
Date of Stay: 03/02/11 Review Submitted: 03/14/11

We stayed here for almost a week in early March and I can't believe how perfect this little house is. The decor is like what you'd find at a boutique hotel or in an Anthropologie (the store) catalogue! We wanted to do hiking in the nearby Arizona National and State parks, and after a day of being in the mountains, this house was a treat to come "home" to. Everything was thought of by the hosts - who give you your privacy but make themselves completely available should you need anything - from maps and restaurant menus in the living room to crisp, comfortable linens and a kitchen stocked with everything you'd need for a week of cooking (sans the food ;). We recommend this vacation rental 100% if you want to immerse yourself in luxury while surrounding yourself by the true natural beauty of Arizona. We can't believe how lucky we were to have found it - we will be back someday! Recommendations to fellow hikers: King's Canyon Hike and Wasson Peak, Sabino Canyon, Douglass Springs Trail. Must-see: the Sonora Desert Museum + Kitt Peak Observatory. Dining recommendation: 47 Scott.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

Private, sunny and immaculate

Guest: Nancy (Seattle, Washingon)
Date of Stay: 02/07/11 Review Submitted: 02/17/11

We had a wonderful time at the cottage in early February, 2011. The listing description and photos of the cottage were spot on. We arrived to an immaculate cottage and reveled in the comfort and convenience of the kitchen, bathroom, easy chairs and queen sized bed. The most wonderful thing about our stay was the privacy and quiet. The cottage is located in "horse country" with larger properties and almost no traffic. Walking our two older dogs on the hard dirt roads was very easy and pleasant. The cottage sits off by itself, with its own gardens and sitting areas. The owners were quick to respond to our questions and maintained a very low profile otherwise. The cottage is convenient to Ventana Canyon Resort, Arizona National and Forty-niner golf courses. It is within 20 minutes from downtown Tucson. Without a doubt, I would recommend this property to a friend or relative.

Recommended for:Age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing.