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Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a dining area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A pathway leading to a house with a covered patio area, surrounded by various plants and rocks.
A room with a wooden table, a yellow bowl of fruit, a mounted TV, and a window with a view of greenery.
A house with a gravel driveway, surrounded by various plants and cacti.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tohono Chul Park
1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Tohono Chul Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Tucson Mall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views

Premier Catalina Foothills location. Studio suite off main house with private entrance/lush porch. Studio with queen bed, 1 bath and kitchenette. Beautiful tile floor, appliances (under cabinet refrigerator, microwave, countertop oven, cooktop, A/C unit), IKEA cabinetry, closets with plenty of space, ceiling fan and shower with skylight. Plenty of off street parking, bicycle storage, outdoor seating/grill available. Washer/dryer and extra full size refrigerator in building adjacent. Minutes to hiking, biking, outdoor activities, restaurants. Pima Canyon Trail and other hilking 5-10 minutes, shopping at La Encantada 5 minutes, University of Arizona 15 minutes, downtown 20 minutes. Wi-fi included. Serene residential neighborhood in cul de sac. $50 pet fee/per pet/per stay. $30 extra per night for 3rd guest. No smoking anywhere on the property.

Licensed in the State of Arizona - TPT#21338607
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Extra fee - see rates
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 450047vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this apartment is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, rock climbing and hiking nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tohono Chul Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tucson Mall - 15 min drive - 7.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 24 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 27 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Saguaro National Park - 31 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 15 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tacos del Rancho - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • Circle K
  • ‪Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Studio-Charming Desert Setting W/Mountain Views located?

Located in Casas Adobes, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Tohono Chul Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from La Encantada. Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Rillito River Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 31 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. The casita was very clean and comfortable. Laura and Lee were very helpful and were always there if we needed them. Great location.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherman E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great. He gave us many suggestions for places to visit and sent us links to their websites. We loved sitting out on the patio, and the closeness of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great central location

Great efficiency.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great spit

The owners were great, great communication, and the guest house was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Tucson Getaway

This was just perfect! Close to hiking, good food, and quiet. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dara F.

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

Thank you!

Laura and Lee were the most gracious hosts, and made me feel totally welcomed in their home. They are respectful, kind, and straightforward. I felt incredibly safe the entire stay. The amenities were amazing as well. Very grateful for their hospitality!
Stayed 61 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2024
So wonderful getting to know you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle D.

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

Amazing stay!

Lee and Laura are absolutely adorables! I really enjoyed My 1 month stay for a lot of reasons;1. You ride a bike? The city is bike-friendly. Lots of routes and start corner street.2. You can shop with less than 10 minutes walk.3. Everything around mountains, restaurants, cinema….The apartment is well equiped, private parking and terrasse/patio. You gonna see wild animals around, just loved it…I recommend the studio 100%.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2025
Was so great to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Cute Gem in Quiet Neighborhood

This cute studio with a private courtyard was a perfect place for my fiancee and our 2 little dogs. The owners couldn't have been nicer! Plenty of space for us, with all the amenities. Bathroom was also a good size. We will definitely be booking again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

callie w.

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

Cute and clean

Very nice little place, communication with owners was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Tiny Tuscon Treasure

Though this place was small it was efficiently organized, clean and well appointed. The studio room had a small courtyard attached which was very pleasant. It also had a table and chair setup in the sunshine. There was ample parking and very nice washer and dryer. The owners were exceptional, friendly and very quick to address any needs or problems we had. Lee and Laura were very welcoming. Great hosts!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you Elaine. So enjoyed having you, Howard and Truman 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

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

Cozy beautiful place near the mountains

We absolutely love staying here! Our hosts were friendly and available! All though small, we had every convenience and enjoyed a private patio outside and walking in the lovely neighborhood every morning. There was a great hiking trail in the mountains close by!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Perfect oasis

Linda and Lee are amazing hosts. The guest house was stocked with the basic necessities and very comfortable. The location is excellent and a short walk to the grocery stores. We have already booked for next year.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alli W.

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

Cozy space

Wonderful spot! Hosts were incredible and took care of everything in a timely manner!
Stayed 76 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

I had to cancel but no problem

I booked Lee and Lauras property for November and December of 2018 but unfortunately an unexpected medical issue made it impossible for me to travel to Arizona. When I asked for a refund Laura was very accommodating and they refunded me in a timely fashion. One of the things I appreciated most was the fast responses to my email. So even though I didn’t get to stay there the experience in communicating with them was very positive. Maybe next time! It looks like a great spot....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Great place to stay

I stayed here for three months and really enjoyed it. The studio apartment was the perfect size for me and had everything I needed. The owners were very nice and helpful if I ever needed anything.
Stayed 83 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect oasis

I stayed in the Shaws studio for 3+ weeks, while in Tucson awaiting the birth of my latest grand daughter. It was perfect for me, clean, cozy, quiet and private. I appreciated being close to a grocery store and a couple of yummy restaurants, just a minute away. I will definitely stay again, and would highly recommend this lovely unit.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Very helpful stay, as we moved to Marana AZ

In moving to Marana (northwest) of Tucson, we needed a base from which to attend the necessary meetings as part of closing on and moving into our new home. The Shaw's studio space was perfect for us. It's very conveniently located, with plenty of parking, our dog was allowed and we had all the conveniences we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Wonderful to have you! Enjoy Tucson!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

Great location close to everything but still very peaceful.

Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you Penny! A pleasure to have you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Uzi B.

private, well equipped, gracious hosts

Lee and Laura were perfect hosts...not hovering, just very responsive. The guest suite, with many well thought out and aesthetically pleasing touches, is in a Tucson desert garden. Location is close to wonderful hiking in the mountain park as well as restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

A clean, quiet retreat.

This guest studio had all we needed for two of us (+dog, thanks!) for our short stay. Convenient location, modern, clean, cozy. Owners attentive and agreeable. Thanks again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Cute, clean and cozy.

Hosts were proactive and responsive to all important communications. We were visiting relatives nearby and staying there was perfect and convenient. Hope to stay again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gerry E.

GE

Felt like home. Hosts became friends. Charming casita in beautiful setting. Grocery stores and shopping 2 miles away. Across the street from The Catalina Mountains, hiking trails, etc. Would recommend to anyone. Thanks Lee, Laura, son, and doggies!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
So great to hear! Loved having you and getting to know you . Great start to a long friendship! The dogs miss you. :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, comfortable space!

Clean, nicely detailed studio. Kitchenette is well equipped for simple meal preparation. Very quiet neighborhood. Owners were very helpful and accommodating. Close to shops and grocery stores. Not far from several trail systems on the west and north sides of Tucson. I would highly recommend this studio to anyone or a couple seeking a quiet, relaxing space to stay in Tucson.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

Little gem in the foothills

If you are tired of trying to find "small and charming" in the sea of "spacious and luxurious" bigger-than-needed guesthouses, this is the place for you. This place is PERFECT for one or two people, has everything you need for comfort and quiet, including a small, enclosed, shaded patio. Owners Laura and Lee are wonderful hosts, available for any needs (of which I had none), and provided a very clean and bright, tastefully decorated, comfortable place to enjoy the beauty of the Catalina foothills. It's very close to Tohono Chul and grocery stores, and not far from Catalina State Park which is VERY worth a visit. I stayed for a month and LOVED it. I recommend it highly and will do so to all my family and friends who plan to visit this very beautiful part of Tucson.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B.

A great experience!

Had a fine thirty day stay. Gracious hosts provided a well stocked guest house with private parking and patio. The large lot was landscaped with many types of cacti, as well as lots of other native plants. Excellent communication with owners before, during, and at the end of my stay. The property is in a great, safe area, and is close to a large choice of stores and major routes. The property is also close to some fine hiking areas. The view from the rental is a vey nice one of the close by Catalina mountains. I would book another stay in a heartbeat.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you Lawrence - you were a great guest!

About the host

Hosted by Lee and Laura Shaw

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Couple in main house, completely separate. Professional couple, no kids at home.

Why they chose this property

We are long time Tucson residents and can help in any way, whether you are here for a few days, a month or two, or in transition to live here permanently.

What makes this property unique

Exceptional location for all activities Tucson!!

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