Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife
With a year of hosting and Superhost status, our family-owned brand, Chic Retreats, is known for thoughtfully designed stays that prioritize comfort, quality, and cleanliness.
Welcome to Tropaz Retreat—a desert escape near Starr Pass, nestled against the Tucson Mountains and just minutes from downtown. Built for outdoor living, this 3BR (4 bed) home features a private pool (heated in winter), hot tub, and putting green. Spend your days hiking, biking, or wildlife spotting, and your evenings unwinding under the stars—ideal for golfers, Gem Show visitors, families, and pets.
WHAT GUESTS LOVE: ★ “Heated pool is a nice feature for our winter family trips” ★ “Love being able to walk out the door to get to some great hikes” ★ “Wildlife is everywhere”
THE SPACE - KEY FEATURES ✔ Hot tub ✔ Pool (can be heated - see below) ✔ BBQ Grill ✔ Peaceful Desert Views and Spacious Outdoor Area ✔ 3 bed, 2 bath (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double Bunk Beds) ✔ Private, Fully Fenced Yard, Large Covered Patio ✔ Centrally located to Top Attractions + Great Restaurants ✔ Newly Remodeled Kitchen
The HOUSE:
LIVING ROOM ✔Comfy sectional to relax ✔ Smart TV ✔Open floor plan to Dining Room ✔Blankets
LARGE KITCHEN & DINING ROOM ✔ Oven, Stove, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, AirFryer ✔ Kuerig Coffee Station (Drip, Pod, Sugar) ✔ Spices, Cooking Oil, Pots & Pans, Bakeware, Blender, Toaster, etc ✔ Dining Table ✔ Sliding Door to Patio
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (3 BEDROOMS)
KING BEDROOM 1 + BATHROOM ✔ King Bed + En-Suite Bathroom ✔ 55" Smart TV
QUEEN BEDROOM 2 ✔ Queen Bed ✔ 55" Smart TV
BUNK BEDROOM 3 ✔ Double Mattress Bunk Beds
ALL BEDROOMS HAVE: ✔ Linens & Pillows ✔ Nightstands & Reading Lamps ✔ Portable Fans ✔ Extra Pillows and Blankets ✔ Hangers
BATHROOMS (2 FULL) ✔ 1 Walk in Shower + 1 Tub ✔ Hair Dryer, Shampoo + Conditioner, Towels, Makeup Towels
SAFETY & SECURITY ✔ Your safety is important. The property is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide alarms & a fire extinguisher ✔ Equipped with SimpliSafe Security Cameras (public areas - exterior entrance, garage & side gate)
EASY CHECK-IN: ✔ Flexible Self Check-in with Smart Lock ✔ Unique Door Code Sent Before Arrival
GUEST ACCESS: ✔ Guests have access to the entire home and laundry room
PRIME LOCATION
Nearby Attractions: ✔ Desert Hiking & Biking Trails – Out front Door ✔ Tumamoc Hill - 3.5 mi ✔ Tucson Mountain Park - 6.2 mi ✔ University of Arizona - 7.4 mi ✔ Saguaro National Park West – 15 mi ✔ Tucson Botanical Gardens – 11 mi ✔ Sonora Desert museum - 12 mi
Events & Entertainment: ✔ Tucson Gem & Mineral Show – 4.5 mi ✔ Downtown Tucson & 4th Ave – 5 mi ✔ Fox Theater – 5.1 mi
Golf & Recreation: ✔ Starr Pass Golf Suites – 1.6 mi ✔ Tucson Country Club – 15 mi ✔ Skyline Country Club - 18 mi
GETTING AROUND: A car is recommended for exploring the area. You'll have access to one covered parking spot and one driveway spot, with additional street parking available. The home's central location provides easy access to Tucson's top attractions and restaurants
POOL HEATING: The pool warms up nicely and is refreshing in the summer months. For cooler seasons, heating is available upon request to warm the pool to 84-86°F. Unless of course you love cold plunges!
SUMMER (May-Sept): ✔ $50/day for the first 3 days (3-day min). ✔ Day 4+ are $20/day
WINTER (Oct - April) ✔ $75/day for the first 3 days (3-day min). ✔ Day 4+ are $25/day
✔ 2 day notice required before arrival to heat. ✔ Special rates are available for stays of 20+ days. ✔ Pool heating can be paid thru Venmo or Apple Cash ✔ The pool cools down at night and takes a couple of hours in the morning to warm back up to the desired temperature.
POOL + HOT TUB MAINTENANCE: ✔ Weekly Tuesday around 9am. Side gate is used and takes less than 30 minutes.
LONGER STAYS: Please contact us for stays longer than 28 days.
HOT TUB: Drained June- September
GARBAGE: Comes every Wednesday morning. Appreciate if guests put it out Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
- Other types of pets need approval
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Log out of any streaming accounts
Cleaning fee covers normal cleaning of the home. Excessive cleanup, including failure to return furniture, pool items or other amenities to their original locations, may result in additional charges.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
-Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am. Please enjoy the outdoor spaces! Out of consideration for our great neighbors we ask noise to be minimal during this time.
- Illegal drug use is strictly prohibited.
- Firearms are not permitted on the property.
-By continuing to book, guest agrees to follow pool and hot tub rules and assumes ANY and ALL liability from use of hot tub and pool.
Important information
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Property # 4777400
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Advance approval needed for gatherings
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Tucson
Westside Development, a neighborhood in Tucson, is home to this vacation home. Starr Pass Golf Club and Pusch Ridge Resort Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Tucson Mall and Tuscon Spectrum. Check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center, and consider making time for Pima Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 24 min drive - 18.9 km
Saguaro National Park - 30 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Tucson Station - 15 min drive
Roy Laos Transit Center - 16 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
Circle K - 5 min drive
7-Eleven - 7 min drive
Circle K - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife?
As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife on Jun 16, 2026 start from $393, 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 Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pool Days & Desert Nights• Putt• Soak• Fire Pit• Pets• Hikes• Watch Wildlife located?
Located in Westside Development, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Starr Pass Golf Club, Greasewood Park, and Sentinel Peak. University of Arizona and Southside Presbyterian Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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This is an excellent rental with very communicative hosts. Clean, comfortable and well equipped. Fun house for a family gathering - lots of games and a great pool/hot tub. Not too far from town, but far enough for privacy, hiking trails, relaxing. Really great hosts!
We loved the location, with hiking access so close to enjoy the desert. The neighborhood was quiet with beautiful views. A beautiful new kitchen with all the amenities you need, a great secure backyard that our golden retriever enjoyed, very comfortable home. Rene was promptly responsive if we had questions or needed anything. I would choose her rental again when we return!
Above all we look for a clean home with wonderful beds and that is what was received. The home was comfortable and the outdoor living was great! The pool was used almost everyday. We had everything we needed to cook our meals at home if we felt so inclined as well. Rene was very attentive, making sure our stay was perfect including advice on restaurants and biking the loop etc.
Sue S.
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 3, 2026
Thank you for staying with us Sue. You and Tom were a delight to host, please come back and visit!
Glad you loved your stay- Hope you come back to visit.
About the host
Hosted by René Popnoe
Hi, I'm Rene, founder of Chic Retreats in Arizona. Originally from Portland, Oregon, my family and I relocated to Tucson to enjoy more sunshine and be closer to loved ones. We strive to provide thoughtfully designed, comfortable spaces for guests to enjoy—just like the ones we cherished during our escapes from the gloomy Northwest winters. The desert is an incredible place to explore, and want to help others fall in love with it too!
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is incredible! You feel like you are secluded and with nature but yet you are just 8 minutes to downtown with hiking out your front door. You get the best of both worlds.
What makes this property unique
Location and beautiful views! Tucson mountains surround you. Desert wildlife is common to see including coyotes, javelinas, roadrunners, deer and lots of resident lizards. And the amazing backyard to relax and have fun in.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests