See all properties
Entire home

Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included

Pool
Terrace/patio
Adobe style home with mountain backdrop and a southwestern desert look
Pool
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

View in a map
Phoenix, AZ
  • Place, C2 Tactical
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Arizona State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Phoenix Convention Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Back Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunkbed Bedroom w/ Trundle - (1) Full + (2) Twins

3 Double Bunk Beds

Front Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En-suite Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Guest Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included

Your private boutique-style mountain retreat awaits in the South Mountain foothills, featuring a FREE heated pool (Oct–Apr), resort-style furnishings, and a stunning desert mural perfect for photo ops. This spacious 4BR/2BA home offers mountain views, room to gather indoors and out, nearby adventures, and comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests.

Location, Location, Location
Nestled in the safe and desirable Ahwatukee Foothills, this quiet family neighborhood sits just steps from South Mountain with miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. A brand-new park and playground are across the street—and the house is stocked with games to enjoy both indoors and at the park.

You’ll be close to adventure, shopping, dining, golf courses, casinos, wedding venues, and endless family entertainment. Water adventures are nearby—and paddle boards are included! Plus, Sky Harbor Airport is just 11 minutes away with quick access to I-10 and all the Phoenix area has to offer.

Perfect for families, couples, adventurers, and getaway seekers.

⸻

Family-Friendly & Stress-Free
Traveling with little ones? We’ve got you covered. The home includes thoughtful child-safety features and kid essentials so parents can truly relax:
• Child-proof locks on all exterior doors pool safety
• Baby/toddler items galore (see list below)
• toddler “puddle jumper” life vests
• Bedroom door child locks — a game changer for toddler travel!

⸻

Resort-Style Living
The FREE heated pool (seasonal) makes it hard to leave, and the fun doesn’t stop there. Enjoy an indoor and outdoor fireplace, tons of games, and entertainment for all ages—any time of year.

⸻

Included with Your Stay
• (2) Stand-up paddle boards - try Salt River, Saguaro Lake, or Canyon Lake
• (2) Beach chairs
• (1) Large rolling cooler + (1) small cooler
• (1) Bluetooth speaker

Games & Activities
Volleyball • Basketball • Tennis rackets • Pickleball set • UNO • Taco Cat • What Do You Meme • and more!

⸻

Family Extras
• (2) Toddler/baby hiking carriers
• Pack-n-play with sheets
• High chair
• Plastic plates & bowls
• Toddler life vests
• Some child-proofing throughout the home

⸻

Nearby Highlights
• Western Star Park (playground, sports courts): 2-min walk
• South Mountain Trails: 5-min walk
• Sky Harbor Airport: 11-min drive
• Ahwatukee Golf Club: 4-min drive
• ASU Tempe: 15-min drive
• Old Town Scottsdale: 20-min drive
• Dining: walkable or short drive
• Secret Garden Wedding Venue: 15-min drive

⸻

Work & Parking
• Dedicated workspace in a bedroom or at a sunny bistro table
• Parking for 2 cars in the driveway
• Garage parking for 2 available upon advance request

⸻

House Rules
No parties. No unapproved guests.
Primary guest must be 25+ and present during the stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Pool
Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
default

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO parties or additional guests without written prior approval. Person who books must be present and 25 or older.
NO excessive noise or music outside 9pm-8am
NO smoking inside or outside with doors/windows open or there will be $500 smoking fee

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Phoenix

Located in Ahwatukee Foothills, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Arizona Mills Mall and Chandler Fashion Center 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 Tempe Beach Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Phoenix Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Sloan Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
View more Holiday homes in PhoenixOpens in a new window
Map
Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

  • C2 Tactical - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Arizona State University - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Chase Field - 15 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 16 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Talking Stick Resort Casino - 20 min drive - 31.9 km

Getting around

  • College Ave - Apache Blvd Station - 11 min drive
  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Desert Skies: FREE HEATED Pool, Hiking, Mountain Views + Adventure Gear Included located?

This family-friendly Phoenix holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Oasis Water Park, Arizona Mills Mall and Arizona Grand Golf Course. Kiwanis Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isabel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house everything about it is great would recommend and definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed everything about the property! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The heated pool, the fire pit and grill! The house was fully equipped for our multi-generational group. Also we loved having a piano and having that great park across the street.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great family vacation home

This property met all of our needs for 6 adults and 3 children under the age of 10. Nice heated pool, great location near a city park. We enjoyed using the backyard grill and fireplace.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

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

Great location, clean, fully stocked!

We enjoyed our stay! Great for two families of 3! Great location! Easy to get to just about everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house. Owners were responsive and house was well stocked with everything we needed. They even heated the pool for us in June so our little kids could swim comfortably.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amon s.

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

Family trip

We had a great time at our vrbo. Host was communicative and very friendly. Would stay again. Loved the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

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

Great neighborhood; very responsive owner

The neighborhood was great for all 3 generations of our family, ranging from the playground to the hiking trails. The owner was very responsive to our questions and suggestions.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Nicole T.

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

Family getaway

Perfect for our family. Property just as described in listing. Close proximity to airport, hiking and park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikram J.

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

Fantastic host and property

Excellent host, excellent property and fantastic service. Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keena R.

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

A Time was had

We had a great stay and this was my first visit to Arizona I will come visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romina A.

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

AZ Stay

Great home in a great location. Very well appointed and very clean. The host, Taylor was always available via text. And very accommodating. We had a great visit! We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kreyton G.

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

Celebration

We reconnected, and enjoyed the few days together
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian M.

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

Must stay here

To start off the property is in a very nice & peaceful neighborhood real quiet didnt even see the neighbors. Inside the house clean, very esthetic, lovely place to stay . loved the games pool was great, mural was a pleasure to look at while swimming as far as the host real accommodating easy to reach quick to answer questions a real superhost .. Highly recommend staying here hope to stay here again for our annual family salt river run
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

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

Great house and park near by

The property was great, house was clean and inviting. Probably a little big for my hubby and I but great eating area outside , the back yard and pool area was like a mini resort. Lots of fun and had great walks at the park just down the street and even seen a coyote in the drainage area by the park. Would definitely stay again if we are ever in that area. Thanks Taylor for all your help. Host was on top of things and responded right away if we had a question.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Loveliest HOME ever!!!

We absolutely loved this place and love Taylor, the host♥️ It was such a pleasure working with her, and the home was fantastic and beautifully laid out and furnished. There wasn’t anything on the property we did not use. I am definitely going back. Thank you Taylor for making my stay so enjoyable. Hope to see you very soon….
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean, pool, very responsive management!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by taylor towles

Host profile image
We are from the Dallas, TX area but AZ has a piece of our hearts. We love the city surrounded by mountain, easy access to hiking and an abundance of nature. We naturally love hosting professionally and personally. We love creating experiences and spaces that make an impression on others and lighten their spirits!

We also love helping other families with little ones travel, lighter and easier. We have 3 toddlers ourselves, that use the house often. Our offerings are perfect for the traveling family.

Why they chose this property

We loved the views on the mountains, how quite/safe the neighborhood is, the park across the road with so many recreational activities and the easy access to hiking, airport, dining and everything anyone could need to vacation or live!

What makes this property unique

Every little detail has been thought through, from the welcoming but stylish decor, to the premium hair products, to the pool towel options, to the abundance of games. We hope you kick back and relax at our oasis, to refresh for all your outdoor adventures.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback