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View of the Santa Catalina Mountains

View of the Santa Catalina Mountains Very private setting Covered Patio with access from living room, family room and master bedroom Outside Patio with access to Master bedroom. Big, comfortable lounge seating. From the Living room you'll see the pool and the Catalina Mountains beyond Dining room seats six. Kitchen Area Generous size living room Family Room with adjoining kitchen. 42" Flat Panel TV with DVD and stereo. Master Bedroom with private bath and easy access to the spa Guest Bedroom Guest bedroom. Wonderful private view of the desert from your bed! Second Guest Bedroom Spa area View of the Catalina Mountains

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Last updated: 05/14/2013
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Spectacular views and 8 miles to downtown...

The moment you enter this unique desert home you will see the magnificent Santa Catalina and Rincon Mountains through a wall of glass.
Located on the WEST side of Tucson in the Tucson Mountain foothills, the home is convenient to Downtown as well as freeway access. The nearest cross streets are El Camino del Cerro at Tortolita. You may map quest the intersection for an approximate location.
Built in the territorial style of adobe brick on 1.4 lush acres, this 2100-square-foot home embraces the indoor/outdoor style of desert living.

Beautifully integrated into the landscape, this special place provides an unusual degree of privacy without isolation. It is located in a quiet neighborhood very convenient to I-10 (three miles) and downtown and the University of Arizona and downtown (eight miles.) Just up the street a few miles is the El Camino del Cerro Trail Head for hiking. Several public and private golf courses are nearby. Day trips to Kartchner Caverns, Tombstone, Bisbee, The Sorona Desert Museum are a cinch.

The terraced and fully enclosed yard and garden feature a deep, black-bottom pool and spa, a covered outdoor kitchen (gas barbecue, refrigerator, sink), lots of native vegetation.

The three bedrooms are arranged on one side of the home. A dining room that seats six, well-equipped kitchen, and den with a 42" flat panel TV with DVD is on the other side of the home. In between the two wings is the living room with a high, pitched, and beamed ceiling, wall of glass with French doors to the patio, and wood-burning fireplace. There is original artwork throughout the rooms.

However, the "room" that is most used is out-of-doors and is accessible through sets of French doors from the den, master bedroom, and living room. This outdoor living room - enclosed by the house on three sides and open to the view, patio, and pool on the fourth - is fully covered by the roof and lit by three skylights. You can enjoy being outside all year and take refuge from the harsh desert sun. There are four wonderfully comfortable patio club chairs with ottomans and a travertine dining table that seats six. It is truly a wonderful place to relax.

As day becomes night and the suns sets behind the Tucson Mountains, you will marvel at the magnificent play of reflected light on the Catalina, Rincon, and Tortolita Mountains to the north and east. As the desert night settles in the twinkling lights of the city below will mesmerize you.

The master bedroom is adjacent to the patio and is stylishly furnished with an oh-so-comfortable upholstered leather king-size bed. The bath is attached and has a walk-in closet and tiled shower.

The guest bedrooms each have one queen-size bed and share an adjacent full bath. The beds are all made up with high quality linens and pillows. The home accommodates a maximum of six guests.

Hand-made, Mexican clay, saltillo tiles cover the floors throughout the home. There is an additional half bath adjacent to the den. The two-car garage is attached and has direct access to the kitchen as well as a washer and dryer.

We know you will enjoy your stay at our special desert home. We have tried to think of every detail possible to make your time here comfortable and memorable.

We have owned and operated Catalina Park Inn Bed and Breakfast near the University of Arizona since 1994 so we have a long record of providing guests with a high level of hospitality.

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Property Type

  • 1 story
  • House
  • 2200 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Suitability

          • Children Welcome:

            Security gate will be installed between patio and pool when young children will be staying in home. ...morecollapse

          • Pets Considered:

            $25 per week per pet. 2 dogs max. Sorry, we cannot accommodate your kitty....morecollapse

          • Clothing Optional/Nude Sunbathing Nearby
          • Alternative Lifestyle

          Bedrooms

          • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
          • Bedroom 1
          • Bedroom 2
          • Bedroom 3
          • Details:

            King size beds (1) King in Master Bedroom. Excellent quality mattress. 100% cotton sheets! Great pillows..., Queen size Beds (1) One Queen in each Guest room...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 2.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • Bathroom 2

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Well equipped kitchen. Sharp knives, good, heavy pots and pans, Mexican glassware including Marguratia glasses. ...morecollapse

          • Dining:

            Outdoor Dining seats six. ...morecollapse

          • Refrigerator:

            With ice maker....morecollapse

          • Stove
          • Oven
          • Dishes & Utensils
          • Coffee Maker
          • Toaster
          • Dishwasher
          • Kitchen
          • Microwave
          • Ice Maker

          Amenities

          • Hair Dryer
          • Iron & Board
          • Clothes Dryer
          • Washing Machine

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                Fireplace (wood provided), High Speed Wireless Internet, AM/FM Stereo/CD Player with iPod dock , Coffee Maker, Cooking Utensils, Linens, Iron and Board, Private Pool(heat fee based on gas consumption, Approximately $300-$400 per week during the coldest winter months Dec-Mar), In Ground Spa, No Smoking Indoors...morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • DVD Player
              • CD Player
              • Satellite / Cable

              Communications

              • Telephone:

                Local and 800 Calls only. Need Calling Card to make long distance calls....morecollapse

              • Internet
              • Broadband Access

              Pool & Spa

              • Private Pool:

                The pool area is private enough for nude sunbathing. Heating Pool and/or spa is additional. Heating the Pool and Spa: The charge for heating the pool and/or spa is based on gas consumption (measured in Therms) and can vary greatly depending on the time of year. Heating the pool for a week during the winter months can range from around $300 to about $400 for 84 degree water. It could be much less if you are renting the week following other guests who elected to have the pool heated as much of the energy is used to bring it up to swim temperature from the standing winter temperature of about 52 degrees. Early Fall and Late spring can be much less. A meter reading is taken at the start and end of each stay. The number of Therms used is billed at $2.25 per therm....morecollapse

              Outdoor Features

              • Lanai / Gazebo:

                Wonderful covered area with four large lounge chairs with ottomans. Covered dining table seats six....morecollapse

              • Deck / Patio:

                Pool level patio is private enough for nude sunbathing/swimming. ...morecollapse

              • Outdoor Grill

              Location & View

                  • Mountain View:

                    Patio faces east with a beautiful view of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Rincon, and Tortolita Mountains. From the front of the house watch the sun set behind the Tucson Mountains....morecollapse

                  Activities

                  • Museums
                  • Restaurants
                  • Cinemas
                  • Antiquing
                  • Wildlife Viewing
                  • Horseback Riding
                  • Shopping
                  • Sight Seeing
                  • Golf
                  • Cycling
                  • Hot Air Ballooning
                  • Hiking

                  Other Activities

                      • Details:

                        ON SITE, Swimming and Lounging, NEARBY, Shopping (funky Fourth Avenue, upscale La Encantada), DAY TRIPS, San Xavier Mission (ten miles), Tombstone (45 miles), Bisbee (90 miles), Kartchner Caverns (65 miles), Sonora Desert Museum (15 miles), Nogales, Mexico (65 miles), Sabino Canyon (ten miles), Kitt Peak Observatory (55 miles)...morecollapse

                       

                      Reviews

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                      • Guestbook Comment

                        Guestbook Comment

                        • Guest Sara & Paul Hanson
                        • Date of stay 04/01/07
                        • Review Submitted 04/30/07
                        We spent a week at this wonderful home, and it wasn't enough. The view from the patio was spectacular and the home delightful. It is by far the best vacation property we have ever rented. We came with another couple and they were as delighted as we were. We would love to return.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/6

                      • Exceeded our expectations!

                        Exceeded our expectations!

                        • Guest Linda R.
                        • Date of stay 12/11/10
                        • Review Submitted 02/13/11
                        Our stay at Casa Amapola exceeded our expectations in every way. The setting and views are more beautiful than the photos could possibly show. The home is furnished with beautiful, unique artwork and crafts in ever room of the home. Linens, furnishings were stylish and comfortable. Every household amenity was provided and in working order. The location was great for heading out for hiking or heading into town. The owners were attentive and flexible about accommodating an additional stay of two days when our flight was canceled. Perfect, perfect, perfect.

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.

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                      • Fabulous Home and Location!

                        Fabulous Home and Location!

                        • Guest Tim and Donna
                        • Date of stay 10/30/10
                        • Review Submitted 11/25/10
                        We enjoyed this great home for a short two weeks. The pictures don't do it justice, and Mark and Paul were great, providing local information and restaurant ideas. We were only two people, so we didn't use half the house, but the outdoor living area is the main attraction. The kitchen was well stocked, and the BBQ area great. A very comfortable place to live, very private ( except for the hot air balloon suddenly appearing overhead), with great grounds where you have your own private desert garden. The location is perfect as there is easy access to everything because you are so close to the I-10 without the noise, in a quiet neighbourhood. The view is fabulous and sunrise over the mountains spectacular! We could easily live here for the winter (would have to heat the pool in the winter though)! We booked a larger house than we needed in order to scope it out for a future visit with family. We will definitely be booking again! Thank you so much Mark and Paul!

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, adventure seekers.

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                      • Amazing View

                        Amazing View

                        • Guest Michael M.
                        • Date of stay 10/23/10
                        • Review Submitted 11/15/10
                        I spent a week at Casa Amapola but could easily have moved right in. The home enjoys a beautiful setting in a quiet neighborhood, and the grounds resemble a miniature botanical garden being nicely landscaped with a variety of desert plants. The home is clean and provided with all the amenities, but nothing can beat the outstanding view from the outside living room and pool area. Watching the full moon rise over the Santa Catalinas was the perfect way to end each day of hiking. There’s plenty to do in the Tucson area, including hiking in the immediate neighborhood, and the house was well-stocked with information regarding attractions and nearby sites. Mark and Paul were perfect hosts, both gracious and informative, and they made the rental process extremely easy and hassle-free. I’d happily recommend Casa Amapola to others and look forward to staying again.

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers.

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                        • Guest Rickey
                        • Date of stay 01/02/10
                        • Review Submitted 08/21/10
                        From Trip Advisor: Mark and Paul were perfect hosts and their home was warm and inviting and a pleasure to be in for the two months we were there. We especially loved the patio and pool area and the killer view of Tucson. Mark and Paul were ery gracious and quick to respond when we had any questions or needed a visit from them. We would definitely rent from them again. Five stars!!!!

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                      • A great vacation home!

                        A great vacation home!

                        • Guest Firefighter Pete
                        • Date of stay 02/03/07
                        • Review Submitted 04/13/10
                        After a few days at Casa Amapola, you'll want to own it -- the house is that nice. We spent most of our time outside -- which is where we ate all of our meals. We watched the sunrises, the hot air balloons, the rain as it crossed the city (yes, we were lucky enough to be there during a thunderstorm), and the glow on the mountains at sunset. The neighborhood is quiet and the house is quite private. We did not bother to heat the pool -- it was not so cold after all -- and really enjoyed the spa. The kitchen is well-equipped. The house is nicer than the photos show it to be. This would be our first choice on any return trip to Tucson.

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

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                        • Guest Brian & Emma
                        • Date of stay 06/19/09
                        • Review Submitted 06/19/09
                        We loved our stay at Casa Amapola. The pool and hot tub were wonderful, and the outdoor patio (lanai) was huge and very comfortable with a great view. One of the highlights was watching the sunrise over the desert and the distant mountains. The villa was beautifully decorated and everything we needed was to hand. The location was excellent, very private on the edge of the desert, but still convenient for local shops and downtown Tucson. We would love to stay there again, and thoroughly recommend it to anyone. The owner was very friendly, accessible and approachable at all times. Many thanks Mark!

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                      • Guestbook Comment

                        Guestbook Comment

                        • Guest Anonymous
                        • Date of stay 03/01/09
                        • Review Submitted 03/25/09
                        Hi Mark, just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay at Casa Amapola. The house and setting easily met and exceeded all of our expectations. The "outside room" was fabulous and where we spent almost all of our time. We really enjoyed the Tucson area and played some great golf courses. We do hope to return again in the future and would love a second visit to Casa Amapola. Mike, Guelph, ON

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                      • Guest comment entered by owner

                        • Guest T. C
                        • Date of stay 12/03/08
                        • Review Submitted 12/03/08
                        From our Guest Book: Casa Amapola has a most wondrous effect on all who are fortunate to come upon it; of this I have no doubt. This is my sixth Gem Show pilgrimage in seven years and our stay at your magical home was by far the best! We lacked for nothing and found ourselves surrounded in the utmost casual luxury. There is much love, peace and joy in the stories Casa Amapola tells.

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                        • Guest V. Neil
                        • Date of stay 11/29/08
                        • Review Submitted 11/29/08
                        From our Guest Book: Dear Mark and Paul, I have read this book and noticed how many guests fall under Casa Amapola's spell. There is a wonderful cosmic clean to the special environment that you have created here... ...this special home induces deep and satisfying sighs...Bliss!

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                      SPECIAL FALL RATE!!: $975 per week for 2. excludes holidays and special events. 
                      December thru May $1600/1-2 guests, $1700 3-4 guests, $1800 5-6 guests, per week
                      SATURDAY ARRIVALS 
                      Monthly: $3000-$6000 depending on season and number of guests. Please inqure.
                      50% upon booking;Balance due at least 60 nts prior to arrival.
                      Cancellations: Refund less $200 with 60 or more nts notice.
                      With 59 nts or less notice: Refund to the extent space can be rebooked,less $300.
                      $500 Cleaning/Damage Deposit; Fully Refundable if you leave things in good shape.
                      

                      Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


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                      Year Purchased: 2005

                      About the owner: We bought this property in 2005. We are innkeepers and have owned and operated Catalina Park Inn Bed and Breakfast since 1994.

                      Why the Owner Chose Private Homes:
                      Our inn is in town by the University of Arizona. We love to come up to the house when it is not rented to enjoy and escape from the city. We purchased this place with the hope of living in it full time one day. The view is amazing and the area is very quiet. The house has a very "desert" feel to it and has an excellent layout. All our guests just love the feel of the house and often remark that they did not see as much of Tucson as they had planned as they just enjoyed hanging out and not going anywhere.

                      The Unique Benefits at this House:
                      Peace and quiet. Hanging out in the big, comfortable lounge chairs and enjoying the sky and mountain views. The house does not feel like a rental as it is so comfortably furnished and has lots of original art through the house. A full moon rising over the Catalina Mountains is especially beautiful...


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                      • Primary: 520-792-4541
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                      Photos

                      • View of the Santa Catalina Mountains

                        View of the Santa Catalina Mountains

                      • Covered Patio with access from living room, family room and master bedroom

                        Covered Patio with access from living room, family room and master bedroom

                      • From the Living room you'll see the pool and the Catalina Mountains beyond

                        From the Living room you'll see the pool and the Catalina Mountains beyond

                      • Kitchen Area

                        Kitchen Area

                      • Family Room with adjoining kitchen. 42" Flat Panel TV with DVD and stereo.

                        Family Room with adjoining kitchen. 42" Flat Panel TV with DVD and stereo.

                      • Guest Bedroom

                        Guest Bedroom

                      • Second Guest Bedroom

                        Second Guest Bedroom

                      • View of the Catalina Mountains

                        View of the Catalina Mountains

                      • Very private setting

                        Very private setting

                      • Outside Patio with access to Master bedroom. Big, comfortable lounge seating.

                        Outside Patio with access to Master bedroom. Big, comfortable lounge seating.

                      • Dining room seats six.

                        Dining room seats six.

                      • Generous size living room

                        Generous size living room

                      • Master Bedroom with private bath and easy access to the spa

                        Master Bedroom with private bath and easy access to the spa

                      • Guest bedroom. Wonderful private view of the desert from your bed!

                        Guest bedroom. Wonderful private view of the desert from your bed!

                      • Spa area

                        Spa area

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                      3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom
                      Sleeps 6


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