Location: Other Mesa Properties, Mesa, Greater Phoenix Area, Arizona, USA (Rural Area)
Accommodations: House, Studio, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Guest casita with a view of the Superstition Mountains. Studio type of apartment with a queen size bed, walk-in shower, large closet, large picture window, and kitchenette. Complementary breakfast food stocked in kitchenette for stays of one week or less and first few days of a longer stay. Separate entrance with a security screen door, so you can take advantage of cool desert evenings. Large covered patio with BBQ grill and table & chairs. View deck above patio with breathtaking views of two mountain ranges and city lights. Rural area, surrounded by natural Sonoran desert with a 3,648 acre desert park (Usery Park-Maricopa County) within walking distance. Designated parking space available including space for RV parking.
Horseback riding/hiking/bicycling trails throughout the park. Park also includes a world class 3/D archery range and many picnic areas. The Salt river is nearby as are 4 lakes. Fishing, boating, swimming, etc. Rio Salado Shooting range 10 minutes away.
Keywords: Casita
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : Access to RV dump.
- Parking Off Street
- Linens Provided
- Air-Conditioning
- Beds
- Queen
- Entertainment
- Music Library
- CD
- Satellite Or Cable
- Stereo System
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : kitchenette
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck/Patio
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Usery Pass, and Superstitions
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband
- Other Amenities
- Hiking/Mountain Bike/Horse Trails and rock climbing in Desert Park within walking distance and in nearby mountain areas
- Suitability
- Pets Considered : Small dogs may be allowed with a cleaning fee.
- Handicapped Accessible (May Have Limitations)
- Non Smoking Only
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Activities
- Hunting
- Jet Skiing
- Cycling
- Fitness Center
- Horseshoes
- Racquetball
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Water Skiing
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Swimming
- Rafting
- Fishing
- Golf
- Zoo
- Sight Seeing
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Rock Climbing
- Boating
- Basketball Court
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Kayaking
- Other Activities
- Archery Range
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
November - April $69/night ..$425/week (discounted) rate)... + 8.27% tax May - October $55/night ... $350/week (discounted)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
Former librarian and her engineer/shade tree mechanic/carpenter/plumber/all-around handyman
Why the Owner Chose Other Mesa Properties
We love the desert and there is so much to do here with the park nearby. We're also within a few minutes to food shopping, coffee shops, convenience stores, and gas. Close freeway access takes you to malls, movie theatres, hospitals, public transportation, and the airport.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Sitting on the patio and watching the quail, rabbits and other wildlife wander by. Enjoying sunrises or sunsets up on the deck. Being visited by a neighborhood owl while on the view deck. Hiking in the park, going to the Boyce Thompson Arboretum (~1/2 hour away) or sightseeing nearby.
Property Photos
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- Queen with view window
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- View from room
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- Kitchenette
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- View from deck
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- Entry and patio
Traveler Reviews (5)
Two week renters
Guest: Caryn
(Monticello, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/28/12
Review Submitted: 03/03/12
My husband and I really enjoyed the casita and Laurie was a wonderful host. We really enjoyed the roof-top patio and the sunsets. This was a wonderful way to have more room while visiting my mom in the area. Discription of the unit was accurate and the huge closet was super to store all of our things. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a get away in the Mesa area.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Charming!
Guest: KO
(Macomb, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/08/12
Review Submitted: 01/17/12
The hosts were very accommodating. The casita was well-stocked with useful extras. The views were outstanding and the lodging was tastefully decorated and very clean. We would definitely schedule a return visit.
Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers.
Wonderful!
Guest: J&J
(Kansas)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/15/11
Wonderful hosts, wonderful accommodations, wonderful location, wonderful view... Everything was... well... wonderful!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Absolutely Perfect
Guest: Happy Canadians
(Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/21/10
Review Submitted: 10/02/10
We stayed at the Casita for three days in September – The Casita is exactly as described and was perfect for our stay in Mesa. The location is right in the desert which was so peaceful and relaxing. Michael and Lauri were wonderful hosts ensuring we had everything we needed as well as having the kitchen stocked with breakfast items including fresh coffee beans. We enjoyed having coffee on the patio in the morning watching the sunrise over Superstition Mountain and desert animals. And when we returned in the evening, we enjoyed having a glass of wine on the rooftop deck watching the sun set. Would definitely recommend staying at the Casita and hopefully we can visit again one day.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Guest: Joe hike
(El Cerrito, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/07/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/10
We greatly enjoyed our 9-night stay in this ‘casita’, a ‘mother in law’ unit attached to the main house of our congenial and helpful hosts, Michael and Lauri. Due to a delayed flight, we arrived several hrs later than scheduled on Xmas Eve, but our hosts had not only rearranged their holiday plans, but assisted in finding a grocery store that was still open. The casita’s fridge and pantry were well stocked with everything we would need for a week’s worth of breakfasts – cereal, milk, bread, eggs, sausage, coffee, etc. – and many other useful items such as sugar, spices, salt & pepper, cooking oil. All the counter top appliances we needed for making meals were present, even an electric coffee grinder! Michael assisted in getting our netbook connected to their WiFi, and we surfed the net flawlessly. The location of the rental – in an unincorporated area between E. Mesa and Apache Junction – was perfect for us. We spent most of our days hiking, in the nearby Superstition Mtns., McDowell Mtns., or in the adjacent Usery Mtn. Park. Having our post-hike refreshments on the rooftop deck, while watching the sunset and the desert wildlife became part of our evening ritual, usually followed by preparing our supper on the gas BBQ on the patio. We look forward to staying at this peaceful, economical casita on our next trip to Phoenix.!
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