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Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated!

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Home w/ Front Porch
Living Room
Kitchen
Backyard - Looking at Home - Large Turf Area, Patios, Grill, Outdoor Furniture
Backyard - Cornhole, Lighting

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71189 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arizona Stadium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, McKale Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated!

Enjoy this peaceful historic, and tastefully updated, bungalow located in the popular and historic Sam Hughes neighborhood. Walking distance to the University of Arizona, eateries, parks, bars and centrally located in Tucson, AZ, close to all!

There are two homes on the property A, (this listing.) The other "guest" home - B - may be also be booked through VRBO - https://www.vrbo.com/3485711?unitId=4058842

5 Guest Max if renting home - "A" (this listing)
7 Guest Max if renting both

This home (A) has 3 bedrooms with 4 total beds and 1 bathroom – for a maximum of 5 guests. Please review the below details to make sure that the accommodations may work well for your group.

For additional space, you may also rent Guest House/B with 1 queen bed (2 guests) and a full bathroom.

This Home Has:

Bedroom 1 has a King bed - access is through bedroom 2 or the back patio.

Bedroom 2 has 1 twin bed – It is located in between Bedroom 1 and the hallway. It is possible to close this room off for privacy, however, access through the room is still needed for Bedroom 1 to reach the hallway.

Bedroom 3 has 2 twin beds.

1 full bathroom with a shower/tub combo,

A full kitchen

A dining area

A living room

A covered front porch, and a covered back patio.

The enclosed backyard and separate laundry room, which may be shared with Guest House/B.

The backyard has a large turf lawn, outdoor lighting, multiple patios, and a grill.

There is free street parking available. There is one dedicated parking spot available when renting both homes A & B.
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
The backyard and laundry room may be shared.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Tucson

Midtown, a neighborhood in Tucson, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saguaro National Park and Sweetwater Preserve, while Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and Centennial Hall are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and Zocalo. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling, hiking, and horse riding in the area.
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What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • McKale Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Centennial Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 10 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Broadway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ramiro's Taco Shop - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated!?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated! on Jun 15, 2026 start from $118, 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 Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sam Hughes Bungalows - A - Walkable to the U of A. Historical Yet Updated! located?

This family-friendly Tucson vacation home is located in Midtown, within 1 mi (2 km) of Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and University of Arizona. Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and McKale Center are also within 15 minutes.

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. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. Cindy L. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott and Julie are wonderful hosts. The house was everything we hoped it would be. Thank you!
Stayed 56 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Love this place

Perfect spot to explore the university , walk to a football game and access Tucson. House was great, comfortable beds and living spaces. We loved the outdoor space to play cornhole and BBQ dinner. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Cool spot

Had beds for all our group
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Graduation stay

We rented both A and B for our Daughter’s U of A graduation and were very happy with our stay. The houses were very clean and had everything you could possibly need. The location was perfect, walking distance to the University.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Close to UofA, well outfitted

Good communication and very kind team. Laundry, bedrooms all well outfitted.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard L.

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

Sam Hughes house

Very nice house in a good location close to downtown and UA. Good kitchen and comfortable bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Tucson Sam Hughes

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

Cute home

Everything was as stated. Super clean and easy access. No issues at all !!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candis B.

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

Ohh the Bungalow

This property was exactly how it was described. Everything in order and Julie and Scott were awesome to work with. They made sure it was clean and comfy and was always there to answer any question we had quickly. If you're looking for a place... Get the Bungalow! :)
Stayed 74 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda c.

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

Beautiful place for student move in

We rented this charming and well-equipped home for my husband and I to get our Wild Cat settled. The three of us stayed here 3 days while washing and drying and preparing for freshman move in. It had lots of room, comfortable beds, an alarm, great a/c and is so close to campus. Easy running back and forth to get acquainted with campus. Close to everything. Love the decor. Julie responded quickly to questions. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judah G.

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

Snazzy and comfy

Great location for us — very central. Very comfortable, clean, and nicely decorated. Walking distance to U of A main campus with coffee shop, brew pub, and other conveniences in walking distance. Pretty cool just to walk around the neighborhood and check out the houses and AZ landscaping. If there are several in your group, consider getting the adjoining rental, too. Only one bathroom with the “A” bldg rental. Bldg's A and B share a backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric a.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Neetu S.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie Nielson

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Hello! We are Julie & Scott Nielson. We live and work in Tucson, where we are raising our two young children.

Why they chose this property

As a University of Arizona graduate, I have always been enchanted with the Sam Hughes Neighborhood in Tucson. Each home in the area has it's own charming historical character and it is walkable to the University and many close amenities.

What makes this property unique

The central location allows easy access to all Tucson has to offer and is walkable to the University of Arizona. Our home maintains its historical charm but is fully updated. The backyard is an oasis with vegetation, a large, turfed lawn and lighting.

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