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The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tempe, AZ
  • Place, Changing Hands Bookstore
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, O'Kelley's Sports Bar & Grill
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Arizona State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape

What You’ll Love
• Expansive open floor plan with soaring high ceilings in living room that create a bright, airy atmosphere the moment you walk in.
• Large pool perfect for cooling off, lounging in the sun, or hosting an effortless day outdoors.
•. The backyard features a dedicated outdoor dining area, surrounded by field turf, perfect for lounging or playing. Fire up the gas grill and enjoy effortless meals al fresco while soaking up the Arizona sunshine.

•Large kitchen with a spacious island, appliances, and all the tools needed to cook, entertain, and bring people together.
• 4 generously sized bedrooms, ideal for families, groups, or long stays that demand comfort and privacy.
• Bonus room/den, perfect for kids play/kids sleeping room, twin trundle or an extra relaxation zone — flexible enough to fit any guest’s needs.
• Location! Just 6.7 mi from ASU, 33 mi from State Farm Stadium,
12 mi from Old Town Scottsdale, 23 miles from Arizona Athletic Grounds
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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Smoking
No Partying or events, this is a quiet neighborhood
Quiet hours 10pm-8am

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 21408654
Property # 4983926vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tempe

South Tempe, a neighbourhood in Tempe, is home to this holiday home. Chandler Fashion Center and Arizona Mills Mall 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 Chase Field. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.
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Tempe, AZ

What's nearby

  • Changing Hands Bookstore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • O'Kelley's Sports Bar & Grill - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Chandler Fashion Center - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Arizona State University - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 23 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Price-101 Fwy - Apache Station - 7 min drive
  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Taps & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jupe's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary Lodge- Your Private Desert Escape located?

Located in Tempe, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Dobson Ranch Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Oasis Water Park and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center. SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium and Golfland Sunsplash are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and the pool were great! The beds were so comfortable! Very nice place to spend our family time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay very much. Would recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
Thank you we are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this home. The house was just as advertised. It was spacious, comfortable, clean & nicely decorated. Location was great, close to several shops & restauarants. The host was extremely responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
So glad you enjoyed our home we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was wonderful! Very clean and very spacious! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. A great experience. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
Thank you Chris for the great review we are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described. Beautiful. Check in was easy as was check out.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
Thank you Jon it was great having you! We hope you can come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amethyst P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious property, great for large groups. Kitchen was stocked enough to cook and share meals. There were both indoor and outdoor games that made finding fun "at home" easy. Would 100% recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely. Just was very responsive and kept us informed at every step.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Thank you Peggy it was great to have you and your group at our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amber a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great space for a large family get together. The pool was fantastic and we enjoyed it daily. The house was stocked with all the essentials we needed. The neighborhood is quiet and very lovely for walks. My only complaint was the internet being spotty at times. This caused the teenagers some stress , but forced them outside. So that was a good thing. We were very sad to leave, I’d stay here again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2026
Thank you Asia, It was great to host you! We hope you‘ll be back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our communication with the owner was amazing! The house was very well kept and stocked with what we needed. There were a few things that could have been fixed before we got there. Like the toilet paper holder in the master bathroom and the ceiling fan/light in one of the front bedrooms. The living room television could have had regular broadcast television available. Unless we knew know how to work it. The pool was a disappointment to us when we arrived. Not filled, not filtered, and had a lot of lime to be cleaned. The outdoor games and pool items were worn out.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Tina, Thank you for the review, we appreciate the feedback. The pool water was lowered about 6" inches as we had thought our pool tech was going to remove the calcium off the top tiles the day before your arrival but there was mishap with them on the day it was to be done. Pool filteration was fixed with new pool vacuum installed during your stay. We will get the fan fixed and toliet paper holder this week. Thank you, Lori
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great floor plan for large families. Well stocked kitchen. Sparkling clean pool. Central location for exploring greater Pheonix area. Also good for dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Lori Chapman

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My husband Dan and I love to visit Arizona. There’s always something fun going on here. Our favorite restaurants, Bars & of course shopping are in Scottsdale. We love to spend our summers in Montana and the rest of the year we live in CA where our 2 adult kids live. It’s always a great time when, as a family, we can come here together & enjoy the pool, family dinners, and hit up handle bar J’s, a fun country bar. As the 1st of this year 2026, I took over as the property manager of our home, So this is a new property on VRBO.

Why they chose this property

It’s a quite peaceful neighborhood and the and location is great. We’re close to Trader Joe’s, and easy drive to Scottsdale, Chandler and Phoenix.

What makes this property unique

Our Home has an open floor plan, it’s bright, w/ an airy, feel good atmosphere the moment you walk in.

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