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Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys

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A large RV parked in a desert setting with cacti and a clear sky.
A set of wooden steps leading to a door with a window, a metal handle, and a small sign.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a fan, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A compact RV interior with a kitchenette, a seating area with a sofa and coffee table, and a dining table.
A compact living space with a kitchen area, a fireplace, and a seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Benson, AZ
  • Place, San Pedro Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Pedro Valley Arts and Historical Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Pedro Valley Observatory
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Benson

Located in Benson, Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys is in a rural area and next to a golf course. San Pedro Valley Arts and Historical Museum and Gallery of Dreams are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Gammons Gulch and Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate. San Pedro Valley Observatory and Mescal Movie Set are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling and horse riding.
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Benson, AZ

What's nearby

  • San Pedro Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • San Pedro Valley Arts and Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • San Pedro Valley Observatory - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Kartchner Caverns State Park - 19 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Amerind Foundation Museum - 21 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Benson Station - 4 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mad Mule Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys on Apr 25, 2027 start from CA $175, excluding 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 Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranchito Paraiso: High Desert Retreat with Friendly Piggies and Donkeys?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This spot was awesome! The host is amazing and friendly. The animals are so cute, my daughter couldn't get enough. We stayed in Casandra, the trailer. It was sooo comfortable. The decor and the amenities were on point. Truly a great find.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed talking with our host and petting the rescue animals.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Exactly as described. We loved how quiet it was at night and proximity to fun things to do in the area.
Ranchito Paraiso is a real hidden treasure!
Kartchner Caverns St. Park - great place for a hike!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Ranchito Paraiso could not have gone better. The accommodations were as described and we loved the little details and extras provided by the host. The host even reached out to us when we forgot to turn on the AC when we left one morning and was able to turn it on for us while we were out so we would be comfortable when we returned. We especially loved the rescues and spending time with them every morning and sitting in the cactus garden watching the stars at night. I have already recommended this place to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay

Wonderful animals and hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warmly Welcomed, Pleasant Stay

Kareva was very attentive to warmly welcoming us and making our stay pleasant. The accommodations were clean and well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drawn to the simplicity, beauty and animals! “Kassandra” was a very charming place to stay! I have a camper myself that I have also personified; her name is “Jolene,” and I take very good care of her! We had a great time! Unique experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pigs, donkeys and goats, oh my!

We had a great time! Kassandra was cozy and well appointed. The highlight of our stay was interacting with the rescue animals - especially Waylon the pig. Kareva was a gracious host. We hope to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My getaway

My dogs and I enjoyed staying at this unique property. We rather liked staying in the 5th wheel - plenty of space to relax, and all the comforts of home! The hosts were so nice and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2021
Thank you for your kind words, Marilee - we look forward to your next visit 🌺💥🌵 It was so nice to meet you and your lovely pups 🐾🌺
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming Desert Retreat

Perfect place to take a breath and relax. Owner attention to little details was priceless.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 8, 2021
We hope you enjoyed your stay on the Ranchito. We did have some technological glitches and booking issues/conflicts when you decided to extend your original dates, but we managed to make it work and hope this did not impact your overall experience. Best wishes !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely unexpected gem in the desert! Wonderful lovely hosts and extra stars for the animals on the property. Kassandra was well appointed and very comfortable. Outdoor space was especially relaxing. We are already planning our trip back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience!

My sisters and I had a fantastic stay! I've never experienced a more stocked location. You could forget your food and have a meal with what's in the RV. Wonderful and thoughtful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2021
Thank you for your kind words, Janet! You were all a joy to host and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes ! Kareva ‼️💥🌵🌺🐾🤠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Kareva was super welcoming. Kassandra, the rv we stayed in, was beautiful. Kareva left a beautiful note welcoming us. She showed us rescued Pigs and was a delight to talk, Her passion for saving animals can be seen with the effort and sweat she has put into Ranchito Paraiso. The ranch was serene and calm with with cure little pigs, donkeys and goats strutting around. Kassandra the RV was homey and spacious which reminded us of our place. There were basic amenities in the kitchen and bathroom. Its a dry toilet so it might be a little unorthodox for a lot of people but since we already have used one before it was a non-issue for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Home away from home!

Kassandra was a lovely place for us to stay especially after days of visiting the Tucson Gem show. Coming 'home' to see the welcome committee of donkeys and goats was such a treat. We love animals. Kareva was a thoughtful host and I really loved visiting with her. I would highly recommend a stay in Kassandra!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words, Vicky! It was such a delight to meet you guys and to see you enjoy the farm-ily ! Warmest wishes, Kareva
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Desert Dream

Wonderful! Kareva was so kind and welcoming, and the RV was spacious, cozy, clean and stocked with everything we could ever need.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Thank you so much for your visit to the Ranchito, Rachel! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay in Kassandra. Such great stories and memories. You guys are phenomenal human beings and we look so forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sweet "RV Casita"

This was such a fun stay. Our "RV Casita" was roomy and cozy in design. Kareva provided fresh local eggs, muffins, milk, fresh ground coffee, and a bottle of red wine to welcome us! The goats, donkeys, pigs, and dogs were an added treat. We loved having our morning coffee and reading our books at our little table in our garden area. If we ever get to Benson again, we will definitely be staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 25, 2023
Hello Phylis! Thank you for your lovely words! It was an absolute delight to host you both and we hope to see you again! Warm wishes, Kareva
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay!

Two friends who love dogs, animals and rescue work had the pleasure of staying here. Along with Rumble, our dog, we were warmly welcomed by animals and Kareva. We loved the unique property and home. Everything a visitor might need can be found here along with a host that is friendly and communicative. We marveled at how Kareva not only decorated the home but found the space for all the amenities. If you want a comfy place to stay with sweet 4 legged neighbors, this is your place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great get away

The property location was perfect to visit old friends and explore. We were busy everyday ,there is so much to see and do in the area. The Caverns are a must, lunch in Tucson at elCharro a must, Saquaro National Park a must, I could go on but do your research and stay long enough to take it all in. Coming back to Kassandra every evening for a nice glass of wine and a rest to plan the next adventure was always a great way to end our day. Thank You Kareva
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 16, 2023
It was so wonderful to meet you guys! Thank you so much for coming to the Ranchito ! We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Paradise!!!

What an amazing stay!!! Kareva is a remarkable woman and a perfect host. From the moment we got there, Kareva made us feel welcome and at home. We stayed in Kassandra, an RV that had everything you could think of to make our stay extremely comfortable. We loved spending time with all of the animals during the day and staring up at the beautiful night sky at night. Tombstone and Bisbee are a short drive away. There are plenty of local restaurants in the area along with a Safeway supermarket if you choose to stay on the property and cook your own meals in the fully stocked kitchen. We've been to hundreds of places and this place is definitely one of my favorites. We cant wait to come back. Thank you Kareva for your hospitality, your kindness, your help and your friendship. You are a super host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words, Bobby! It was such a delight to host you. I, and all the Ranchito kids, look very forward to your next stay. Warmest wishes, Kareva.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING!!!

This place was our best choice for our whole road trip! Karissa(the RV) was done up so cute and very clean. The yard around her was super cute as well. And the animals, they were so neat. Woke up one morning to be greeted by the donkeys right by our front door. The peacock was one of the most beautiful ones ever and he knew it posing for me to take pictures! And Kareva, the host, there are no words to describe how awesome she is! So friendly and helpful. She takes the time to make her guests feel so comfortable. Excellent communication. One of the best hosts we’ve ever had!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My 1st VRBO experience

I was met upon arrival by Kareva and her friend. I was happy to meet them, but didn't get a chance to talk much as my dogs had been in the car for so long and were excited to get out. Hectic, but no fault of Kareva's by any means. The property was clean and inviting. I had a short, 2 night stay and really only needed a place to shower and sleep, but everything I could've needed otherwise was provided. The property does get muddy after rain (it rained both evenings!) and my only suggestion would be that a boot/shoe scraper placed outside would help quite a bit with that. She did provide slippers, but one.of the two pairs were both meant for left feet. Ha! I used them anyway. While I think the property is great, it's probably not best with dogs as you will be trying your best to keep it clean each time they go out if it has rained. Also, as she has animals, there is a gate that you'll have to open/close each time you leave/return and when they're not in the corral, it can be a bit hindereding. Kareva was extremely communicative and it was my phone that wasn't always getting the notifications, again, no fault of her's. All in all, I'd stay again, without my dogs as it'd be so much easier. I can't thank her enough for allowing me to stay with them and accomodating me. It has been a rough couple of years and I needed a getaway, however short it may have been and I certainlu won't forget her kindness and proffesionalism! Thank you again, Kareva!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable, wonderful hospitality

Kassandra had a very comfy bed and everything we needed and then some. There were farm fresh eggs and english muffins in the fridge and a lovely bottle of wine. Kareva had food out for the birds so we added 8 new birds to our life list on our first morning! Kareva's hospitality really made our week-long stay feel like home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Affter Holiday Getaway

We wanted to get out of the city and get a place where we could see the stars (which we did!) Kareva was great! She welcomed us warmly, even though there was a slight miscommunication with our arrival time. She made sure we were all set throughout our stay. Kassandra was more than what we couldve asked for. Clean, full of amenities, and full of character. They provided so many little extra details and goodies that really made them stand out. We also loved that we could bring our dog along. We would definitely recommend and hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 2, 2021
It was an absolute joy to host you, Joe, and Emma 🙏🏽💥🐾‼️. Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so glad you enjoyed Kassandra - and we hope to see you all back again soon. Happy Holidays ‼️🌵💥🍁🎄
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

This was the perfect size for what I needed, and stocked with breakfast, dinner and basic needs for the four day stay I was doing. The owner was kind and communicative. Would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 9, 2021
Thank you so much for coming to the Ranchito, Casey ! Thank you also for leaving the space so tidy! It would be wonderful to see you again! best wishes, Kareva ‼️💥🌵😁🎶🐾
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway with family

Our family of 4 took a weekend trip away from our typical norm. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay which was so different from our usual. We had a great time and the property owner was so awesome. My kids enjoyed exploring all the amenities in the RV. My girls bonded in the evenings watching movies. Would recommend to anyone who loves glamping.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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