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Tranquil Desert Retreat

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Front Entrance located on Deck at end of granite path
View out of front door
Deck entrance
Deck
southwest view of bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

master

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Tranquil Desert Retreat

NEW RENTAL! Tranquil desert retreat in the lower foothills of the Catalina mountains. This two room studio is in a prime, quiet location with stunning desert views from its private deck while being only minutes from shops and restaurants.
This property has not been reviewed yet because it is newly listed. We have three other VRBO rentals with more than 100 five star reviews .
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Tucson

Located in Catalina Foothills, a neighborhood in Tucson, this vacation home is in the mountains. Saguaro National Park and Sweetwater Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Funtasticks Family Fun Park and Tucson Botanical Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McKale Center or Arizona Stadium.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • La Paloma Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • St. Phillip's in the Hills - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • St. Phillips Plaza - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • FoodInRoot Farmers' Markets - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University of Arizona - 11 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 18 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying Leap Vineyards Tasting Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RA Sushi Bar Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Union Public House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ren Coffehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Grill at Hacienda del Sol - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Desert Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Desert Retreat?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Desert Retreat on Apr 28, 2024 start from $125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Desert Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Desert Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Desert Retreat located?

Located in Catalina Foothills, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Phillips Plaza, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack, and Rillito River Park. University of Arizona and Funtasticks Family Fun Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, quiet stay with nice view

Just spent 3 nights with my daughter and property was exactly how described. Great location in the foothills, deck with view was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely, well-kept property, at a reasonable price. Close to hiking, dining, and shopping. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great property

This is my 2nd of hopefully many stays. Great location, near hikes and good retail/restaurants. Beautiful property and patio, really quiet. Comfy bed well equipped kitchen. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great setting, location - cute

In a nice neighborhood, serene setting with a view of the Catalina mountains from the deck. So helpful to have a washer/dryer for dusty hiking clothes. Close to groceries, restaurants and the fabulous Sabino Canyon. Great value and would absolutely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Tucson

The place was clean, well stocked, and very comfortable. Also close to all amenities. Communication with the owner was easy and quick. We had a great week of quiet sleep, with only the rain to listen to some evenings. Lovely, and highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucson home in foothills

Excellent property in beautiful setting. The house had everything we needed. Very comfortable home in a quiet and very scenic area. Susanne was very friendly, provided a lot of great recommendations, and very responsive. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really Serene

The unit is quite comfortable, but the key feature is sitting on the deck gazing out over Tucson and the beautiful natural landscape with all the birds- so serene. It was as soothing and relaxing as being on a deserted beach. We needed our mini vacation to unwind- mission accomplished!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

The property amazing and Susanne is amazing. Very clean. Sat out on the deck and watched the sunsets. Very quiet. Private. Exactly as advertised and even better. Loved my stay and loved the place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful desert oasis

This is an awesome property, I've already booked another stay. Host is very responsive and helpful. Unfortunately it was rainy and cold so i didnt get to enjoy the deck with a grill and beautiful views all around. The suite has windows on 3 sides, lots of good natural light. A comfy bed and fully stocked kitchen plus a couch, a work area, and several chairs make this a place i could stay for weeks. Its in a quiet neighborhood, it feels far from it all, but within a 5-10 min drive there are tons of restaurants and stores. Im looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking & visiting friends vacation

Great location, quiet but beautiful area. The hostess was very nice & accommodating. The king size bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed for our week vacation there. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, secluded feeling, private getaway with stunning views of the mountains.

We really enjoyed our stay here. We felt secluded and private, yet convenient to major access. The apartment was clean and adequate. The bed was super comfortable. The private deck was our favorite place to watch local birds, the sunsets, and relax viewing the mountains. Our hostess was awesome. She was quick to respond to issues and provided us with a cooler to use for our adventures while we stayed. Quiet mornings, amazing sunsets. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we could’ve stayed longer!!

This was an awesome property to stay at! Great everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here - it felt like a retreat. The property is just as advertised. It is nice to go back to a quiet neighborhood to the patio with a view after a day of exploring. While you need a car for stores and restaurants, they are only a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute room on the desert

Cute room overlooking the desert and the Tucson valley. Nice deck to be able to enjoy the views. The kitchen was fully equipped. There were some quirks (odd wiring, low water pressure, toilet with a sticky handle) but for a 60+year old building, it was certainly in good shape and a good pick. The host was pleasant and responsive to our emails to her. We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Experience

This was one of the best VRBO properties we have ever rented. The location is fantastic. The views from the porch are amazing with plenty of fun wildlife and birds to enjoy. It's also easy to get around the area from this location. We loved the interior. It was cozy, clean, and comfortable. The bed was so amazing--we slept so well (the fresh desert air and exercise probably helped)--but the mattress and bedding were luxurious! The host was fantastic--friendly, helpful, and easy to access. We loved the suggestions for hikes (this was our third visit to Tucson), and we found great new places to explore. We would definitely rent this place again--and we highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway

The check in process was great. The Hostess allowed my fiancé to check in first because I had problem flying out that day. The property stands true to its name. Secluded so a car is need, but everything is close bye. I would recommend this place and in all honesty I would love to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was communicative and had wonderful suggestions for activities! The place is great for a relax get away in Tucson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful space!

This rental was perfect; the furnishings and amenities were all well thought out, the view is phenomenal, the hosts were friendly and communicative. I couldn’t recommend this place more! We bopped all around Tucson while we were in town and the Catalina foothills really seem like the best place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet with a view

The place is tucked away and is quiet and peaceful. Pretty skyline view and it was comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the Catalina Foothills

We spent a week here, and our expectations were exceeded! Suzanne was a great host, the place was clean, stylish, and well-located with a great view. The bed was comfortable, the shower good, the kitchen was convenient, and we enjoyed ourselves from start to finish.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madden E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The property was very very nice and owners were very communicative! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Retreat

Very nice, private. Comfortable bed! Property manager was attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

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Hosted by Susanne Kaplan

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