Charming Historic House: Quiet, Secure, Private, Home-Away
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
The Artists Guest House: so called because I am an artist and this is where my guests stay. The rooms are covered with my artwork, making it also a gallery of eccentric and whimsical art. I also provide a well lit studio space for the Artist within, including materials and supplies. It is a totally private and detached home with gated front and back yards.
Lovingly restored double brick Queen Anne Territorial in historic downtown Armory Park neighborhood. Two bedrooms, one with queen, one with full bed, connected by bathroom with clawfoot tub and shower, plus extra studio workspace with large table, sink, books and art supplies.
Large newly renovated kitchen, with original built-in cabinet, and all appliances, dishes, cooking utensils, coffee pots, blender, toaster, microwave. Gated front yard, large private fenced backyard, porches front and back, native species trees and gardens. Original doors, windows, and wood floors throughout; A/C, refrigerator, washer and solar dryer (clothes line.) Central air and heat. We recycle, reuse, and compost.
This is a completely detached private home with its own private backyard and gated front yard. Rates are based on occupancy of the entire house; discounts for couples desiring only one bedroom.
Walking distance to many great restaurants, museums, churches, markets, historic walking tour, Visitors’ Bureau, El Tiradito shrine. Short drive or bike ride to: 'A' Mountain, Tumamoc Hill, hiking trails, University of Arizona, fabulous Mexican food. Walk to Tucson Convention Center, Barrio Brewery, Tucson Yoga, 17th Street Market, Food Conspiracy, Fourth Avenue Shopping District (bookstores, Vintage shops, Street Fair); unique downtown bars and restaurants, music venues, bike and running paths, parks, Historic trolley from downtown to the U of A.
Keywords: Armory Park Neighborhood, walking, artist, garden, birds, downtown, U of A graduation, gem show, Fourth Avenue street fair, convention center, glass, Tour de Tucson, Gem Show, historic
Property Type
- 1 story
- House
- 950 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Events Allowed
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, Beds for 4-5
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Convertible bed(s)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Toaster
- Microwave
Amenities
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Towels Provided
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Family
- Historic
Location & View
Activities
- Botanical Garden
- Hiking
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Fitness Center
- ATM/Bank
- Medical Services
- Sight Seeing
- Scenic Drives
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Eco Tourism
- Bird Watching
- Walking
- Live Theater
- Zoo
- Restaurants
- Playground
- Museums
- Library
- Cinemas
- Churches
- Mountain Biking
- Cycling
Other Activities
Reviews
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Great location, peaceful
Great location, peaceful
- Guest Pat & Michael
- Date of stay 03/29/13
- Review Submitted 04/08/13
We stayed over Easter weekend to visit our son who attends the University of Arizona. Easy access to the University by car, probably under 2 miles. Many birds visited the backyard, thanks to full feeders and birdbath. Saw hummingbirds, Gila woodpecker, lesser goldfinches, thrashers, white wing doves, house finches and the usual sparrows, to name a few. I left clothes in the closet and Kathleen was kind enough to quickly mail them to us.Thanks, Kathleen! Very quiet neighborhood, too.Recommended for: Age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway.
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great stay in tucson!
great stay in tucson!
- Guest eva r
- Date of stay 11/19/12
- Review Submitted 01/05/13
We had a wonderful time at this charming house! Everything you needed- fully stocked kitchen for cooking, clothes washer, wonderful back yard and barbecue. We couldn't have asked for more! Our kids had such a fun time just being outside in the spacious backyard. We found this trip to be so fun and relaxing because we felt very comfortable and at home in this house! We will definitely be back!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
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Lovely home, highly recommended!
Lovely home, highly recommended!
- Guest Audrey15
- Date of stay 12/06/11
- Review Submitted 12/06/12
This house was charming. Kathleen gave us a lovely welcome and then left my two young girls, my husband and I to ourselves. We loved the touches like having art supplies handy, the back yard, a few wine glasses, and the beautiful and cozy beds and tub. Would love to come stay again!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
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A Gem in Tucson
A Gem in Tucson
- Guest L
- Date of stay 11/09/12
- Review Submitted 11/17/12
Kathleen's home is a great place to stay if you are looking for a peaceful and charming bungalow in historic downtown Tucson. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, the gated entry greets you with a wonderful covered porch. The house has a spacious kitchen, nice size rooms and a back yard to have a larger group over for entertaining. All necessary household items are provided to allow a true "home away from home" feeling. The house is also located near (within walking distance) many great restaurants and bars. I would definitely recommend avoiding the standard hotel chains littered across Tucson in favor of a clean, cozy, and character filled home for your next family vacation or weekend getaway.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
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A house full of charm
A house full of charm
- Guest Phil B.
- Date of stay 10/04/12
- Review Submitted 10/10/12
Kathleen’s house is absolutely full of old time charm; wooden floors, claw feet bath, rustic furniture etc. And it also has all the modern comfort you desire; efficient air conditioning, a brand new beautiful kitchen, TV, internet. It may be a little dusty in places (desert dust, hard to keep out) but the atmosphere, the deco, everything reminded me of a country house in the south of France. Staying there at the end of our vacations hiking around the canyons of Arizona, we appreciated the shaded calm of the house, listening to the tic-tac of the clock while reading… It’s also close to central Tucson so we walked to bars and restaurants, which was very convenient. The best remains to be said: Kathleen is a wonderful host, very attentive to her guests, still never intrusive. She promptly acted upon a couple of requests we had making us feel like she really wanted us to be happy in her house. And we were. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
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Comfort and Peace
Guest comment entered by ownerComfort and Peace
- Guest Vanessa
- Date of stay 10/27/11
- Review Submitted 09/16/12
We had a wonderful time here! Right in the center of historic Armory Park, blocks from wonderful grocery shopping at 17th St. Market, a mile from 4th avenue shops and eateries, plus a walk to downtown Tucson to visit museums, music venues and eat delicious food from the Cup Cafe. We loved being here, we spent early mornings drinking coffee on the front porch, making light lunches in the fully stocked kitchen and evening glasses of wine out back while the stars came out. We wished we could have stayed longer. Kathleen was attentive while providing the utmost respect for our privacy, we were so glad to have enjoyed Tucson in the best way possible - in comfort and peace.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Artist's Guest House is a perfect description.
Guest comment entered by ownerArtist's Guest House is a perfect description.
- Guest Audrey
- Date of stay 11/18/11
- Review Submitted 09/16/12
Kathleen's house is the way you wished you lived if you swept away all the unimportant stuff and kept the things that really mattered: a garden, a french press, a sketchpad and some pastels, a giant bathtub, a down comforter... Absolutely charming, lovely place and we really appreciated the apples and other goodies in the kitchen.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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The location can absolutely not be beat.
Guest comment entered by ownerThe location can absolutely not be beat.
- Guest Lane
- Date of stay 11/23/11
- Review Submitted 09/16/12
My husband, sister, and sister's boyfriend met in Tucson for Thanksgiving and Kathleen's guest house was the perfect home base. It was very comfortable with all the amenities of a hotel, but with the comfort of being at home. The kitchen was well appointed and we were able to cook Thanksgiving dinner for the four of us, as well as several other large meals, with up to 3 of us working in the kitchen at a time. The location can absolutely not be beat. It was central to all our activities (most of which were spur of the moment): Saguaro NP hike, Senora Desert Museum, dinner at El Charro & movie at El Con Mall. There is also a market and some restaurants that were within walking distance. The neighborhood is very cute, as is the house, which is very nicely decorated with inspiring original art. Will definitely stay again if we make it back that way.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great house! Great Stay!
Great house! Great Stay!
- Guest Sam and Maggie
- Date of stay 01/20/12
- Review Submitted 09/06/12
We stayed four nights for the first time last January and had a lovely and comfortable time. The house is spacious, quiet, clean and beat our expectations from the online description. We enjoyed coffee each morning out on the back patio and prepared most of our meals in the fabulous kitchen. Downtown Tucson is easily accessible from the house- a yoga studio, 4th Ave, good restaurants and the farmers market! Kathleen is extremely welcoming and knowledgeable about the area and its history. We are looking forward to returning again soon!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
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Close to Downtown Tucson
Guest comment entered by ownerClose to Downtown Tucson
- Guest James
- Date of stay 07/10/11
- Review Submitted 09/06/12
We stayed 3 nights in July of 2011. We were very comfortable & found that the house met all of our needs. It is clean and well furnished and we liked the simplicity of furnishing. The kitchen had all we need to prepare our meals - plus the owner provided us with excellent coffees and a delicious snack! The bathroom was also very clean. There is a nice terrace out back to dine on. We felt safe in the neighborhood and liked how close it was to downtown Tucson. Plenty of visitor info is provided & the owner was quick to respond to questions we had. We highly recommend this home for budget travelers who like to do their own cooking!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$175 | $875 | $2520 | |||
| Summer Jun 1 - Aug 31 2 night min stay |
$125 | $700 | $2100 | |||
Fees:
- cleaning: $50
- Taxes Included
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Founded in 1981, Etherton Gallery specializes in 19th, 20th Century and Contemporary Fine Art Photography. As one of the Southwest’s premier galleries, its inventory incorporates museum quality works including turn-of-the-century western American ethnographic and landscape photographs. Mixing traditional black and white contemporary imagery with vintage classical and digital technologies, the history of photography is always evident in the gallery’s holdings. In addition to fine art photography, Etherton Gallery exhibits paintings, prints, sculpture, and mixed-media works by local and regional artists,
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 1998
About the owner: I am an artist and a teacher, and love to garden. This neighborhood is filled with friendly, creative people, beautifully restored homes, and tree-lined streets. When I am not teaching art or working in my studio, I enjoy gardening, especially herbs and dry-land native plants. Restoring and furnishing this house has been a labor of love and part of my creative process.
Why the Owner Chose Armory Park:
I have lived here in Armory Park for over 30 years, in a 100 year old adobe house, right next door to the Artists Guest House. I chose this area because I wanted to live in an older, well built house with unique architecture and an authentic neighborhood.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Relaxing in a warm, comfortable home filled with classic furnishings, books, and lots of art! Walk to Tucson Yoga, 17th Street Market, Children's Museum, Convention Center; relax on the shaded patio with coffee or a glass of wine. Watch the gorgeous sunsets from a rocker on the front porch. Large reading library, local authors and topics, as well as art books for your enjoyment.
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So much to do in Tucson!
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Fully equipped kitchen.
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Cup of tea anyone?
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The Blue Room with antique "rope" full bed-- very comfy.
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Behind the antique mesquite doors: washing machine and linen closet.
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Studio can also be the perfect place for any celebration!
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The walled backyard, another perfect place for a party.
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Large private back yard.
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Some of the owner's whimsical artwork . . .
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Blue sail
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Cool and comfy living room
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Newly renovated kitchen, vintage stove.
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Eat-in kitchen
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Vintage claw-foot tub with shower; bubble bath included.
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The Green Room: Classic Queen Sleigh Bed.
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Babies welcome! Pack and Play and highchair also available.
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Materials and tools available in the studio to spark creativity. Come and play!
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Wedding "papel picado" to celebrate a bridal shower.
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Enjoy the backyard shaded patio any time of year!
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Succulents
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. . . Le Petit Bateau
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Le Berceuse (Lullaby for Charlie)
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