10/10 Excellent
Debra M.
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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Boutique 1920's Sam Hughes Carriage House ~ Villa Blanca Tortuga & Walk to UA
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tucson, AZ
- Place, University of Arizona5 min walk
- Place, McKale Center9 min walk
- Place, Arizona Stadium10 min walk
- Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Boutique 1920's Sam Hughes Carriage House ~ Villa Blanca Tortuga & Walk to UA
Welcome to Villa Blanca Tortuga
Discover timeless Southwestern comfort blended with bespoke artistic charm at Villa Blanca Tortuga, a delightful loft-style retreat perched in a lovingly restored 1920s building. Perfectly situated in the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood, this second-floor carriage house apartment offers an oasis of tranquility and convenience, just two blocks from the University of Arizona, within a mile of the University Medical Center, and close to Tucson's iconic Gem Show venues.
A Thoughtful Blend of Comfort and Style
Step into a space thoughtfully designed to capture the spirit of old-world elegance while offering modern amenities. The bright and airy interior boasts:
Fully Equipped Kitchen: A gourmet stainless steel range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and all the essentials to prepare your favorite meals.
Artfully Curated Dining Space: The patio offers seating for four, surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for intimate meals or quiet relaxation.
Luxury Furnishings: The bedroom features a Simmons Beautyrest Classic McCalister Plush Super Pillow Top King-sized bed for a restful night's sleep.
Modern Amenities:
Your stay includes high-speed internet, a deluxe 42-inch TV with 99 cable channels, a DVD player, and a high-efficiency washer/dryer. The vintage bathroom, complete with luxury linens, adds a touch of nostalgic charm to your experience.
Outdoor Serenity:
Savor Tucson's spectacular weather on the spacious rear patio, furnished with comfortable seating and surrounded by local flora. Enjoy alfresco dining, birdwatching, or simply relaxing with your morning coffee as butterflies flit about the small yard.
Convenience Meets Charm:
Complimentary off-street parking ensures a seamless experience, with a dedicated space just steps from your front door.
Pet-Friendly and Smoke-Free:
Well-behaved pets are welcome with prior approval, but smoking is never permitted, preserving the fresh and welcoming ambiance of Villa Blanca Tortuga.
Whether you’re visiting for relaxation, work, or exploration, Villa Blanca Tortuga warmly invites you to experience the charm, creativity, and timeless comfort of this Southwestern gem. Your unforgettable Tucson getaway starts here!
Discover timeless Southwestern comfort blended with bespoke artistic charm at Villa Blanca Tortuga, a delightful loft-style retreat perched in a lovingly restored 1920s building. Perfectly situated in the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood, this second-floor carriage house apartment offers an oasis of tranquility and convenience, just two blocks from the University of Arizona, within a mile of the University Medical Center, and close to Tucson's iconic Gem Show venues.
A Thoughtful Blend of Comfort and Style
Step into a space thoughtfully designed to capture the spirit of old-world elegance while offering modern amenities. The bright and airy interior boasts:
Fully Equipped Kitchen: A gourmet stainless steel range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and all the essentials to prepare your favorite meals.
Artfully Curated Dining Space: The patio offers seating for four, surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for intimate meals or quiet relaxation.
Luxury Furnishings: The bedroom features a Simmons Beautyrest Classic McCalister Plush Super Pillow Top King-sized bed for a restful night's sleep.
Modern Amenities:
Your stay includes high-speed internet, a deluxe 42-inch TV with 99 cable channels, a DVD player, and a high-efficiency washer/dryer. The vintage bathroom, complete with luxury linens, adds a touch of nostalgic charm to your experience.
Outdoor Serenity:
Savor Tucson's spectacular weather on the spacious rear patio, furnished with comfortable seating and surrounded by local flora. Enjoy alfresco dining, birdwatching, or simply relaxing with your morning coffee as butterflies flit about the small yard.
Convenience Meets Charm:
Complimentary off-street parking ensures a seamless experience, with a dedicated space just steps from your front door.
Pet-Friendly and Smoke-Free:
Well-behaved pets are welcome with prior approval, but smoking is never permitted, preserving the fresh and welcoming ambiance of Villa Blanca Tortuga.
Whether you’re visiting for relaxation, work, or exploration, Villa Blanca Tortuga warmly invites you to experience the charm, creativity, and timeless comfort of this Southwestern gem. Your unforgettable Tucson getaway starts here!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Tucson
Located in Tucson, this cottage is in the city center. Pima Air and Space Museum is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Traveling with kids? Consider Zocalo and Children's Museum Tucson. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing, and horse riding nearby.
Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- University of Arizona - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- McKale Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Arizona Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Centennial Hall - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
- Reid Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Broadway - 14 min walk
- Taco Bell - 15 min walk
- Noodies - 18 min walk
- Black Rock Coffee Bar - 13 min walk
- Circle K - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place and great location
Robert W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Missy W.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Missy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
alicia s.
Nov 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab place!
alicia s.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stanley S.
Apr 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host, Great Location
Stanley S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
james f.
Jan 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommended
james f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa C.
Jan 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay in Tuscon
Vanessa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little boutique apt.
Charles B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
David P.
Sep 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Days
David P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stephen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot. Loved it
Robert M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacy B.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Host
Stacy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Valerie
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Valerie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig M.
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful bungalow
Craig M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles P.
Mar 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Charm, Great Location
Charles P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra R.
Nov 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to UofA
Sandra R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gwendolyn S.
Mar 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carriage House
Gwendolyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denise B.
Jan 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erica is the best host ever!
Denise B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Missy W.
Oct 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Football game and Half Marathon with our Wildcat daughter
Missy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mara Davis C.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small with a big heart
Mara Davis C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Oct 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe T.
Apr 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
outstanding carriage house near U of A campus
Joe T.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy K.
Nov 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Nancy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
Sep 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Place in Tucson
Kim L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
sue k.
Aug 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely suite in Sam Hughes
sue k.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Erica K.
As a natural-born entrepreneur, I've relished the freedom and flexibility that come with forging my own path. Travel has been a passion of mine, with annual excursions to both sunny beaches and exotic destinations across distant continents. Villa Blanca is adorned with mementos from these adventures, reflecting the eclectic tapestry of cultures I've encountered.
Born in Villa Blanca Tortuga and raised right here in Tucson on this very property, I wanted to pay homage to my mother, my family, and the house's heritage by naming my special bungalow Villa Blanca, which translates to "white house"—a nickname given to our childhood home by friends. When I'm not traveling, you'll often find me landscaping my homes in and around Tucson, tending to mesquite trees, Peruvian apple cacti, and native willows, or assisting guests at Villa Blanca and other properties.
Cooking has always been a joy for me—I love entertaining friends and family and hosting social gatherings. I can't wait to extend that warm hospitality to you during your stay in Tucson!
Born in Villa Blanca Tortuga and raised right here in Tucson on this very property, I wanted to pay homage to my mother, my family, and the house's heritage by naming my special bungalow Villa Blanca, which translates to "white house"—a nickname given to our childhood home by friends. When I'm not traveling, you'll often find me landscaping my homes in and around Tucson, tending to mesquite trees, Peruvian apple cacti, and native willows, or assisting guests at Villa Blanca and other properties.
Cooking has always been a joy for me—I love entertaining friends and family and hosting social gatherings. I can't wait to extend that warm hospitality to you during your stay in Tucson!
Why they chose this property
In the 1960s, my parents were tenants of Villa Blanca Tortuga, the carriage house, while they attended the University of Arizona. When I was just a year old, they stumbled upon an ad in the paper listing the entire property for sale. To their surprise, the original owners of Villa Blanca turned out to be our landlords, who had grown fond of my parents and opted to sell the property to them over other potential buyers.
With the generous assistance of my grandmother for a down payment, my parents transitioned to the front house, where they raised us girls. During my college years, I, too, resided in the carriage house, while my sister lived "high above it all" in the upstairs quarters.
In 2010, Villa Blanca made its way through the generations—from my grandmother to my mother and sister—and ultimately landed in my hands. It's now my privilege to share this beloved property with you as Villa Blanca Tortuga.
With the generous assistance of my grandmother for a down payment, my parents transitioned to the front house, where they raised us girls. During my college years, I, too, resided in the carriage house, while my sister lived "high above it all" in the upstairs quarters.
In 2010, Villa Blanca made its way through the generations—from my grandmother to my mother and sister—and ultimately landed in my hands. It's now my privilege to share this beloved property with you as Villa Blanca Tortuga.
What makes this property unique
Villa Blanca Tortuga holds a special place in my heart—it's not just a home, but a haven filled with warmth, joy, and countless cherished memories. From lively gatherings with friends to leisurely walks or bike rides to the University of Arizona, and lazy mornings spent savoring breakfast at Rincon Market, this space has witnessed the journey of independence into adulthood.
The patio has seen its fair share of fantastic dinners, and the lofty views are simply unbeatable. And let's not forget about those special stained glass windows—crafted during my college years, they add an extra touch of magic to the ambiance.
Now, it's your turn to create lasting memories and bask in the love and warmth of Villa Blanca Tortuga, a cherished family carriage home awaiting your presence.
The patio has seen its fair share of fantastic dinners, and the lofty views are simply unbeatable. And let's not forget about those special stained glass windows—crafted during my college years, they add an extra touch of magic to the ambiance.
Now, it's your turn to create lasting memories and bask in the love and warmth of Villa Blanca Tortuga, a cherished family carriage home awaiting your presence.
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