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Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town

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Play some pool, cornhole or golf in the backyard.
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The pool table converts to a ping-pong or dining table.
Enjoy the nights with great conversation next to the fire pit.
Sit back and relax in the mid-century modern vibe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71245 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Scottsdale, AZ
  • Casino Arizona
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tempe Town Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Arizona State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town

Indulge in art-inspired luxury at this 3-bed, 2-bath oasis—just minutes from Old Town, world-class golf, and the Desert Botanical Garden. ☀️🌵 Launch your day at the coffee bar, lounge by the private pool and putting green, then capture Insta-worthy pics in front of the backyard mural. Inside you’ll find high-end furnishings, a water-softening system (much needed in the Phoenix Area!), blazing-fast 600 Mbps Wi-Fi, and Roku TVs everywhere. Perfect for families, golfers, and anyone craving laid-back Scottsdale vibes. 🎨⛳

The space
🌟 Key Features
🛏 3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 7 (King • Queen • Double + Twin • Roll-away Twin)
🛁 2 Full Baths | plush towels + toiletries
🍳 Chef’s Kitchen | coffee bar (Keurig, French press, drip, pour-over)
💧 Whole-home water softener—skin & hair will thank you!
📶 600+ Mbps Wi-Fi | Roku TVs in every room + outdoor TV
🏊 Private Pool (heating $65/day, 2-day min) | lounger hammocks
⛳ Putting Green, Ping-Pong, Billiards, Corn Hole, Giant Jenga
🎨 Desert-chic mural—perfect selfie spot
🧺 Washer/Dryer + supplies
🚗 Driveway parking for 2 + free street parking
🏡 Quiet, sidewalk-lined neighborhood close to everything

🛏 Bedroom layout
🛌 Master Suite – King bed • ensuite bath • 50″ Roku TV • ceiling fan
🛌 Bedroom 2 – Queen bed (Casper mattress) • 50″ Roku TV • ceiling fan
🛌 Bedroom 3 – Double + Twin beds • 50″ Roku TV • ceiling fan
🛏 Bonus – Twin roll-away, pack ’n play & high chair available
All rooms feature premium linens, device-charging nightstands, and ample storage.

🛁 Bathrooms
🚿 Bath 1 (Ensuite) – walk-in shower
🛀 Bath 2 (Hall) – jetted tub/shower combo
Both stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryers, and fresh towels.

🍽 Kitchen & Dining
Fully stocked stainless kitchen, loads of counter space, and every coffee style you crave.
🧊 Full-size fridge, range, dishwasher & microwave
☕ Coffee bar: Keurig • French press • drip • pour-over + grinder
🍳 Cookware, kitchen basics & kids’ dinnerware
🍽 Formal dining seats 6; 🪑 breakfast bar seats 3

📺 Living room
Mid-century flair meets comfort: kick back on the modern sofa, stream your favorite shows on the 75″ Roku TV, or unwind surrounded by stylish décor and Keith Haring–inspired art.

🌴 Outdoor space
Your private desert playground!
🏊 Heated pool (fee outside summer) & weightless loungers
⛳ Putting green, ping-pong, billiards table, corn hole, giant Jenga
🪑 Covered lounge with outdoor Roku TV & hammock chair
🔥 Propane BBQ + dining table for 6
✨ String lights & Insta-mural for twilight hangs

🧭 Activities & attractions (all <15 min)
🛍 Old Town Scottsdale – dining, nightlife & galleries (9 min)
🌿 Desert Botanical Garden – iconic Sonoran flora (8 min)
🦋 Butterfly Wonderland & OdySea Aquarium – family favorites (10 min)
⛳ TPC Scottsdale – Waste Management Phoenix Open course (14 min)
🚶 McDowell Sonoran Preserve trails – epic desert hikes (15 min)

Golfers also love Continental, Coronado, McCormick Ranch, Talking Stick & Phoenician courses nearby.

🔑 Guest access

You’ll enjoy full, private use of the home, backyard, and all amenities.
🔓 Smart-lock self check-in (personal code)
🚗 Driveway parking × 2 + street parking
📶 600 Mbps Wi-Fi & work-friendly spaces
💦 Pool-heat request: 2-day min, $65/day, $130 minimum
📝 Other things to note
🚫 No pets & no parties (severe allergies)
🔒 Quiet-hours enforced; exterior cameras monitor front/side only
💳 Credit-card fee may apply to VRBO cancellations
🌞 Pool heat rarely needed May–Sept
🆔 Scottsdale lic. #2022799 | TPT #21475714

🌟 Guest Reviews
⭐ “Chris and Michele had a beautiful home in Scottsdale. Very clean, cozy, and packed with outdoor games. Great location near everything we wanted to do. Highly recommend!” – Erica
⭐ “The home exceeded expectations. Every room was tastefully decorated and beds were comfy. Backyard was amazing—pool table, hammock, games! We’ll definitely be back.” – Randy
⭐ “Beautiful place with games, pool, TVs everywhere. Close to great restaurants and markets. Quiet, safe neighborhood. We’ll return for sure!” – Lydia

🌟 Book your Scottsdale escape today and make desert memories that last a lifetime! 🌟

Property manager

Chris & Michele
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Languages

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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Security Deposit required up to $300. Deposit to be processed by Host on guest's credit card.
Quiet Time is ENFORCED 10 PM through 9 AM
Security Deposit required up to $500. Deposit to be processed by Host on guest's credit card.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 2022799

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Scottsdale

Located in Cox Heights, a neighbourhood in Scottsdale, this holiday home is in the mountains. Scottsdale Fashion Square and Biltmore Fashion Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tempe Town Lake and Camelback Mountain. Travelling with kids? Make time for Phoenix Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Chase Field. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking.
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Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • Casino Arizona - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Scottsdale Fashion Square - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Tempe Town Lake - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Arizona State University - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Phoenix Zoo - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • McClintock D - Apache Station - 6 min drive
  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Trevor's Liquors - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Art Lovers' Retreat |Pool-Golf-Minutes to Old Town located?

This family-friendly Scottsdale holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Scottsdale Stadium, Scottsdale Waterfront and Papago Park. Desert Botanical Garden and HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay and responsive hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D.

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

Everything we needed!

House was incredibly clean and had everything we needed - being coffee fans it had ALLLL the coffee options. Beds were comfy and hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa c.

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

Wonderful family friendly home

We had a wonderful stay at this Desert Art Lover’s Escape, it is perfect for families. Very clean, everything as described and owners were very responsive. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

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

Perfect place for a family!

Great location and very clean! Kids loved the pool, putting green, and seperate bedrooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

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

Perfect getaway!

The property is wonderful! A great location with loads nearby (Starbucks/stores only 3 min drive away!) Easy check-in and the AC was a life saver in the heat! Very well equipped, the floor outside got hot during the day but that’s notSomething that the host can control! Just remember to wear flip flops!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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

So much fun to be had

Our family if three had so much fun swimming and playing all the different activities at the house. Also, the house is in a perfect location for any activity in or around Phoenix. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

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

Scottsdale

Had a wonderful stay at the butterfly house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Work Trip

Stayed at this property while working in Phoenix. Great place in a very nice area.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Great little place

The house was exactly as pictured. The pool was small but worked for the 6 of us. The pool cleaners came on the second to last day and cleaned or maintained the pool but left the vacuum and hose in it clear until we checked out. It was kind of a pain trying to swim with a big hose in the small pool. But overall it was great house and a great place to stay with plenty of entertainment and things to do. We enjoyed the outside tv while hanging out outside
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren D.

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

Fun Stay

Clean and comfortable and fun with the pool and all the games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

Loved our stay

We loved our time at Chris & Michelle's place. It was a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

claudia E.

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

Family friendly place

This place was perfect for our family. We went for a graduation at ASU and this place is only 15min max from all the graduation venues. Super nice and quiet neighborhood so we were able to enjoy the early mornings at the pool. Also close to grocery stores like Costco (we order delivery super quick) sprouts and more. We grilled, enjoyed the pool and my girls (9&7) had a blast with all the other games at the house. My husband really enjoyed the pool table and I had enough time to relax and watch tv while my family was happy and entertained. I will highly recommend this option and we will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna C.

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

Fun Stay! Perfect accommodation!

We had a great stay at this home, the boys loved the pool and putting green! The house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaye H.

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

A fun spot!

The 5 of us enjoyed our stay- so many outdoor games to play! Well equipped kitchen for meal preparation, and quiet neighborhood . Walkable to Walgreens and grocery. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

5 star experience

Didn’t have to worry about a thing. Seamless check in and check out process. Property is in a great location and the house it self has a ton of amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P., Austin

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

Golf Trip

The host and property were excellent! We had a great stay and enjoyed the proximity to downtown Scottsdale.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

Great place. Awesome hosts

We had an incredible time. The hosts were very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuri R.

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

Amazing Highly Recommend

we loved it rthank you for hosting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori O.

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

Family bliss!

We have family in the area that we visit, and this was a perfect place for our visit. Something for everyone. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Clean/Quaint/Good location

Nice little place a short Uber ride to Old Town. The hosts were super helpful and communicative. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn R.

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

Good house for a couple.

Good for two people to stay. Enjoyed the pool and other games.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Great weekend away!

Great house and even better location! Perfectly equipped for a weekend away with family. Chris & Michele were always available and responded immediately to any issue. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., Tenino, WA

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

Graduation Getaway

We loved this house! Quiet neighborhood, outdoor activities, the pool was perfect, and close to everything we needed. We took our daughter and her boyfriend here for their college graduation getaway - it was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Great house in quiet neighborhood

The house was perfect for our needs and very conveniently located. The backyard was fun for my teens and beds were very comfortable! Everything was clean and accessible. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Stay here!

Great and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris & Michele

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After visiting Scottsdale for Spring training a few years ago we fell in love with everything else the area has to offer (Along with the Spring Training). We love Old Town Scottsdale with its restaurant and art scene along with all the other activities the area has to offer. Michele is an art lover if you cannot tell from the house decor.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a property close to everything and this is it! The property is centrally located and a quick Uber ride to Old Town.

What makes this property unique

The backyard of the home is our favorite place to relax, play games or just sit and watch sports on the outdoor TV. We do have problems falling asleep in the floating chaise lounge chairs.

Languages:

English

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