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Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails!

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Private backyard pool & spa
Front of Home
Beautiful poolside mountain views!
Pool lights
King-Master Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Oro Valley, AZ
  • Place, Oro Valley Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oro Valley Marketplace
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Catalina State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common area 1

2 Twin Beds

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails!

A VIEW WITH A WOW FACTOR!
This Southwestern, family oriented vacation rental is offered BY CARING OWNER (not a management company) in suburban Tucson AZ. If you are looking for a personal touch with tons of inside local information and recommendations, this rental is the place for you! Our Oro Valley home offers 3 bedrooms, 4th&5th semi-private sleeping areas, pack&play crib, 2 full baths, PRIVATE backyard heated Pool/SPA & BREATHTAKING Mountain Views! Sleeps 7+

A destination for Outdoor Enthusiasts/Families! Located just minutes away from Hiking, Cycling, Golf, Shopping, Walking Trails, Parks, Gardens & Much More!

*MUST BE 25 Y/O TO BOOK*
*NOT A PARTY HOUSE*
*MAX 10 PEOPLE (Includes Infants/Children in count)*
*HOST FEE= CLEANING FEE* (100% passed onto cleaners)
*NO PETS OR PET REQUESTS*

Experience Southwest Magic at our "Family Friendly" home designed to bring people together for making memories. Please be advised, this is NOT a "high-end" rental. You will not find a gourmet kitchen, nor silk sheets in our home but you will find ALL the "comfortable amenities" of home. The location is within a family-friendly neighborhood near a school. Please seek alternative accommodations if your goals are not aligned with our mission.

RECREATIONAL AMENITIES OFFERED:
1. Heated Pool & Spa YEAR-ROUND!! (Complimentary Heat up to 79 degrees + Optional "additional heating" at $50/Night up to 84 degrees). SPA heating is always complimentary.
2. Bikes (Mountain bikes/kids bikes may be available to ride if in working condition. Please be aware, we make no guarantees and consider this amenity a bonus. Road bikes are not included)
3. Golf Clubs
4. Tennis Rackets, Basketball, Volleyball etc..
5. Televisions (x5)/ Wifi. Roku Streaming.

The Rancho Vistoso Neighborhood boasts access to Tennis, Basketball, Volleyball, Cycling Lanes, Golf, 10 Parks and an extensive Desert Trail System for Walking/Hiking/Trail Running.
Minutes away from Catalina State Park, Honeybee Canyon Park, Linda Vista Hiking, Pima Canyon Hiking, Tortolita Hiking, Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens...

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. While we would love to host your furry friends, we are NOT pet-friendly. Any evidence of pets will result in extra fees & potential immediate rental termination.
2. Extra charges of $10 per guest/night >6 guests (AZ water charges, cleaning/laundry/linens etc.. )
3. Host Fee= Cleaning Fee (100% of your cleaning fee is passed through to our cleaning company)
4. You will be communicating directly with the Property Owner and not a management company.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Each person = 1 guest regardless of age
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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
Number of Guests reserved is Accurate. NO PARTIES! NO Non-Regiestered overnight Guests w/o prior approval No smoking. No drug use. No Pets!
Pool/Hot Tub: All children must be supervised. No glass in pool area. No Confetti or Pinatas. Trash Day: Monday. Refer to posted signs.
NO overnight street parking. Departure Instructions Posted.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number STR00009

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Oro Valley

Located in Rancho Vistoso, a neighborhood in Oro Valley, this vacation home is in the mountains. Cinemark Century Oro Valley Marketplace and Stone Canyon Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Traveling with kids? Consider Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Catalina Neighborhood Park.
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Oro Valley, AZ

What's nearby

  • Oro Valley Hospital - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cinemark Century Oro Valley Marketplace - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Oro Valley Marketplace - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Catalina State Park - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • El Conquistador Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 25 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails!?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails! on May 2, 2026 start from $289, 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.

Is Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happy Cactus: Heated Pool-Spa! Epic Views! BBQ, Firetable, Parks,Trails! located?

This family-friendly Oro Valley vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Oro Valley Hospital, Oro Valley Marketplace and Cinemark Century Oro Valley Marketplace. Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Sutherland Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - very clean and well stocked. Laid out well with plenty of sleeping and hanging out area for our party of 6 adults. Nice neighborhood and close to shopping, restaurants and attractions. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

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

Nice home, great location

Very relaxing vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great Oro Family stay

The children loved the pool which was a great excape from the Tucson summer heat. Good location in the foothills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roxanne K.

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

Enjoyed our stay.

Owners were very responsive and friendly. We would stay here again, the location was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mayme T.

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

Great Pool and Location

The location/neighborhood was very convenient for our family. Close to parks, grocery stores and hikes. All of the extras were great for our family- tennis rackets, pool floats, recommended attraction binder, little coolers and full kitchen with anything you may need. The pool was the highlight for our kids!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Awesome!

We loved the house - it was exactly as advertised!The owner was great with communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Desert Fun

Super clean, comfy place in a great location. Close to a bunch of hiking trails, eateries, grocery store. This is by far the most well-appointed rental we have ever stayed at, and we have been all over the U.S. vacationing. Loved relaxing & reading by the pool. Great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Great property in an ideal location.

This was a perfect property for two couples who wanted to be close to mountain hiking, live entertainment and shopping. It was incredibly well equipped and the pool, hot tub and fire table were perfect on cool evenings eveningsgcollououtside, even when the wr
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zaid A.

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

Great location and property!

I was looking for a property with a private pool and Jacuzzi, and I found it here. Place was close to shopping restaurants hiking trails you name it you were within minutes of it. The neighborhood was very clean and very quiet. The property was very clean and well maintained. Everything the property owner told me about was accurate. Super easy to get in and out of the property, check in and check out was also very easy. Overall 10 out of 10 stay and will definitely plan on staying here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anissa W.

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

Great vacation stay!!!

The check in process, the location and host was perfect very Quiet and serene. Serenity at its finest . It can be very fun and family oriented or a nice relaxing romantic get away. I will definitely be booking in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

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

Relaxing Stay!

This host and home were 5 stars all around. Check in was easy, house was spotless, location was great, pool/hot tub in the back were perfect to end the days. Christie was extremely accommodating and quick to respond to any question we had. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we certainly hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

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

Graduation week

Three generations stayed at the Happy Cactus. The beds were comfortable, the neighborhood was very Christmassy, and the view was beautiful. The house is a bit outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Great property and area! Everything was exactly as described. The owner was awesome to work with. The property is well cared for and the house had all we needed for our stay. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Highly recommend this property!

We had an amazing stay at Happy Cactus. The house was super comfortable and the backyard pool area with a view of the mountains was so peaceful. The location is perfect for easy access to mountains, Tucson area, Univ of AZ, amenities, etc. Communication with the host was stellar - they are extremely communicative and responsive. We had a wonderful trip and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V Z.

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

The house was perfect for our family of four

The house had everything that we needed plenty of pillows, towels, kitchen utensils, spices, etc. the owner is very attentive and responsive before and during our trip would recommend this place
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

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

Great time, great pool, convenient location

The house was very spacious well maintained. The pool was wonderful, and with the heated water it was warm enough to use comfortably in mid-November. The hot tub was fabulous, too! The location in Oro Valley was very convenient, and the view of Pusch Ridge was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Family Christmas Getaway

Great property for a family vacation. Property is in excellent condition and instructions & communication were fantastic. Location was perfect for exploring the Tucson area with all it's great nature and arts. Watching the sunrise over the mountains while hummingbirds explored the flowers as we relaxed in the hot tub was a delight. Would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

The perfect birthday weekend!

This house is beautiful with every amenity you could possibly need. Christie was so easy to communicate with and answered every question I had right away. I would highly recommend this place and can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly K.

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

Awesome place

Everything you’d want in a vrbo! Great location to everything. Hosts have a huge binder if you’d like to do something, tons of information. Usually have a hard time sleeping when not in my own bed. I slept like a baby. Great beds and pillows! Thank you Christie we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE M.

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

Perfect location for a retreat!

I hosted a women’s retreat for 3 days at Christie’s home. The listing was very accurate and the home was super clean. The pool & jacuzzi were clean and heated. The walk ability around the house is awesome, especially for those who are differently able. The of road trails we found were easy as well. Christie was a great host and very responsive. I will be back to host another retreat in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Great place to stay!

This was a really great place to stay! From check in to check out Christie was great to work with. She even let us check in a little early which my daughter and I both appreciated! The house was clean and the neighborhood was safe and quiet. The best part was the back yard! It was nice to cool off in the pool since it was July and very hot! The views were amazing! We also got to see a mama quail with her baby and a lot of other birds. We really enjoyed Tucson and being able to stay here made it all that much better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

What a Great Place.

This place is and was amazing. It had all the spacious areas it talked about. It is near plenty of amenities and shops. The pool and hot tub were amazing to sit and relax. Every thing you need to know to operate anything has a well step guide next to it. The cleanliness upon arrival was immaculate. If you’re looking for spacious place for a lot of people make your search short stop here and book right away this place if available won’t last long.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Perfect place for Family get together!

Perfect home to Catch up with our two adult sons. Location was nice, close to everything you would need but still felt quiet and private. We didnt go out much except a scenic drive for part of a day. Reading the literature that Christie left us seems like plenty of activities to do! Between the heated pool and jacuzzi we just hung out and visited...Probably biggest compliment I can give is that it was comfortable to stay there. That is huge for us. We would stay at Christies house again without hesitation! Thanks you Christie!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Fun in Oro Valley

We stayed 3 weeks at Happy Cactus property and had a great time. We loved the convenient location and the beautiful backyard pool and hot tub. We are only 2 people, but the house is ideally set up for a larger group with multiple bedrooms, bikes, pool toys. Everything was clean and in good working order. Needs a few updates in the kitchen and better towels and sheets (less quantity and more quality.) Good communication with owner. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Wonderful Home Away from Home

We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was big enough with lots of sleeping options to accommodate our family. Christie was super responsive with great friendly and professional communication. This was a comfortable family home that was beautiful and clean with everything we needed. Check in was easy and no-fuss. By far, the best part, though, was the stunning pool! We spent hours, day and night, enjoying the wonderful views and atmosphere. The house is a bit of a drive from the major Tucson attractions we wanted to visit, but well worth it. Thanks for some great family memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Christie

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My name is Christie and I have been a Rental Host for over 8 years. My husband and I both work in the healthcare industry. We love the outdoors & areas of natural beauty. Some of our favorite activities include hiking, running, cycling, kayaking, skiing, boating, golfing and just about any other activity that gets us outside. Michigan is our primary residence with Tucson Arizona as our winter escape.

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