North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool

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A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern living room with a fireplace, white sofas, and a dining area.
An outdoor patio with a pool, lounge chairs, a sofa, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A modern interior with a staircase, a polished floor, and a decorative door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Scottsdale, AZ
  • Place, Desert Forest Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Legend Trail Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

+2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Carefree

Located in Velvet Shadows, a neighbourhood in Carefree, this holiday home is in the mountains. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area and Cave Creek Regional Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frontier Town and Wild at Heart. Consider Harold's Cave Creek Corral for a night out or Arizona Powerchutes if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • Desert Forest Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Legend Trail Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Harold's Cave Creek Corral - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Boulders Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seven Clubhouse At Desert Mountain Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cave Creek Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool located?

This family-friendly Carefree holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial and Legend Trail Golf Club. Frontier Town and Tonto National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Care free stay in Carefree, AZ

If you stay at this house you will be happy. It is as advertised: beautiful, private, comfortable and well decorated. Owner is very responsive. We stayed one week and enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Desert stay

Great property in carefree. Excellent backyard with pool and spa…bbq etc. Well appointed kitchen and great beds. Proximity to airport and road is no issue , very quiet and private. Recommended for sure.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carefree Stay in Luxury

The home is beautifully designed, clean, cozy and offered extra amenities like throw blankets in every room, beach towels, etc. The kitchen is well appointed and made meal prepping a breeze. We traveled with our teens and 2yr old and we all found something to enjoy. The backyard oasis is amazing. During our stay, we went horseback riding, rented ATVs, mountain bikes and made a trip to the Grand Canyon. Marie is a phenomenal host and ensured we were well taken care of. We were sad to leave and look forward to a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Property!

Our stay for one week at this beautiful home was fantastic. Beautiful backyard setting with pool and hot tub and we took advantage of the fireplace. Also had fun with the ping pong table when we had rain and was still able to enjoy the outside. The home has everything you need plus more. Our group of 6 all agreed that the beds were the most comfortable we ever slept on! Close to great restaurants and enjoyable day at The Boulders Spa down the road. Location was perfect. We also took advantage of the great lemons on the trees in the yard :) The home layout is great for groups and all ensuite bedrooms private and very comfortable. We would love to return in the future! Thank you Marie for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
You are most heartily welcome back any time. So happy you enjoyed yourself!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property for an adult vacation

This property is truly a home first.. And is equipped as such. Very tastefully decorated with a modern point of view .. The back yard is a wonderful sanctuary… Go !
Stayed 37 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

We are regular VRBO renters. This home was perfect for what we were looking for. There were plenty of places to sit and relax outside when not taking a dip in the pool. The kitchen is fantastic plus gas and charcoal BBQs (our fave). More equipped than any other VRBO rental kitchen we have stayed in and perfect because we like to cook. There are some fun bars and restaurants nearby and were not disappointed in any we visited. We did 2 hikes and 3 mountain bike rides, all different and all gorgeous within a 15-20 min drive. We rented mountain bikes in town. Our hosts Marie and Ivar made us feel very welcome. Not ready to leave this beautiful part of the country but will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Impeccable

How lucky we were to call this beautiful property home for a week. Stunning architecture, decorating and property. Easily the cleanest and most organized home we've ever stayed in. Absolutely everything we needed and wanted. Spent so much time in pool, hot tub and back yard. Great location for golf, hiking and restaurants. Communication, check-in and out seemless and easy. Fingers crossed that we will come back to Marie's lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular

If I give this property a 6 I would. My wife and I have stayed at numerous high end VRBO properties and this at the top. Gorgeous interior, comfortable with all the amenities. Saltwater pool and spa outstanding. Chef kitchen, and so much more. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful host and great home

Marie is a fabulous host. She was available 24/7 for questions and went out of her way to make sure our stay was wonderful. Unfortunately while we were in Carefree, the weather was cold and rainy. Marie’s home was the perfect place to enjoy when we couldn’t be outside. It felt like a 5 star hotel. We were sad to not be able to experience the gorgeous back yard and hope to return again in better weather to take advantage of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Property

We thoroughly enjoyed renting this property for our family of four. Communication with the host, check in and house cleanliness were all top notch. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best Vacation Rental in Arizona Hands Down

I have rented multiple vacation properties all around the country and none have been as advertised. This beautiful property and home was not only what we were expecting but more. From the simple but elegant architecture to the most inviting landscape in the area. Close to everything you would ever need, yet perfectly placed outside of the big city. Quiet, relaxing and a piece of your own tranquil paradise! Marie was one of the best hosts and very promptly replied when we had any questions about how things worked. If you are looking to enjoy yourself and discover arizona without worry, this is the place! Can't wait for the next trip! Thanks again to Marie for making this vacation a the most relaxing and memorable ✨ time. Five stars across the board. Dont look any further if you want the vacation rental experience of a lifetime.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The property was great. The back yard is five star and what stands out about this property.

The property was great. The location was great and the back yard was amazing. We had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise in the Desert

Our family of 5 absolutely loved our stay in Cave Creek at Velvet Shadows. As seasoned VRBOers we can honestly say that this house was a true gem. The backyard was incredible and offered everything that you could ask for in a vacation rental. Beautiful scenery, well maintained heated pool and spa, ample seating with an outdoor fireplace and a ping-pong table as well. We spent more time at the rental house than on any of our previous vacations just to enjoy the back yard setting. The interior of this home is also immaculate. It's well equipped with everything to make us comfortable and felt right at home. As mentioned in other reviews the owners do have some personal belongings at the house which helped remind us that we were guests in this special home and we treated the home with total respect as you could tell how much the owners loved it. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We loved our stay at Velvet Shadows. The house is immaculate, spacious and well-stocked. Private yard with beautiful landscaping, fireplace, ample seating, patio heaters, ping pong table, and resort-style pool and spa. Host was very responsive and helpful. Location was ideal for day trips north to Sedona and trips into Scottsdale in the evenings (although you may never want to leave the yard). Plenty of shops, restaurants and hiking trails within 5 miles of the home. We will definitely be booking this home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Surprised!

We’re not told on the website that we would be sharing closet space with the owner. All cupboards and drawers in main bedroom filled with owners clothes ( some dirty laundry). Were instructed by owner’s partner to use closet in hallway. Closet in 2nd bedroom also filled, we had to clear out baby equipment from the closet to the third bedroom. In order to unpack for a 3 week stay Toilet commodes designed for kids. Kitchen cabinets filled with misc China, bowls etc. No room for food storage.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2021
These guests were asked to leave immediately after checking in, as they brought a large dog. This was a breach of lease, of which they were well aware. When questioned, they lied about their pet being a trained service dog in an attempt to circumvent the lease. The guests never stayed at our house and their comments are untrue. However, in the universal spirit of completeness, we address their fallacious commentary point by point: (1) Guests do not share any closetspace with owners. The two guest rooms each have their own large, empty walk-in closets, and the main bedroom provides a separate, empty large closet for guests (another closet with owner belongings is locked and not available to guests). (2) Guests have access to a large empty chest with 6 drawers in the main bedroom. Owners keep some (clean) clothes in other drawers there. (3) There is a new, fold-up baby pack-n-play for guests stowed neatly behind the door in a large walk-in guest closet. This does not “fill the entire closet.” The house is baby friendly, not dog friendly. (4) Our toilets are $1,500 designer Kholer toilets, not ‘kid’s toilets’. They have a fabulous low profile, quiet commercial flushing mechanism, conserve about 5,000 gallons of water a year and are state of the art. If you are into toilets, this really is the house for you. (5) The house has ample dinnerware and plasticwear for poolside entertaining. There is an entire empty cupboard for food storage and a large subzero refrigerator and freezer. We even have private chef recommendations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunshine and Relaxation

Our family of six have stayed for a second time and it was wonderful AGAIN!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

This property was even better than expected. Beautiful spacious rooms, clean and well appointed, gorgeous grounds. We had a great stay and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely 100% beautiful!

If you’re wondering whether the images match the actual property or not, think no further. The pictures really do match what you see. The owner of this property, Marie, was wonderful to deal with from beginning to end. The house was exactly as shown. Bedrooms were spacious and overall the property was extremely well maintained which was ideal for my parents who didn’t have to worry about something not working and were able to enjoy their entire stay as a result. The kitchen was modern, and setup with absolutely everything you might need with a sitting room and a beautiful living room that we enjoyed with other family. The backyard was spacious and private. We had a slight bit of fun trying to find the driveway when we initially arrived only because it was late in the evening and the roads aren’t well lit. Once we learned the landmarks it was no problem thereafter. The house certainly presented an amazing wow factor when we first stepped in and was very clean throughout. Marie was very helpful offering us plenty of suggestions for stores, local restaurants, and even some entertainment options to help make our stay wonderful. Any questions we had were answered promptly. This property was one of the nicest, modern, and most elegant places we’ve ever stayed. Look forward to coming back. An easy 5+ stars and recommendation from us. Thank You Marie!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and am so glad you had a wonderful family holiday! You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fun with Friends

The property was as advertised. There was a giant sitting room and kitchen where we spent most of our time. The kitchen was well stocked. The dirty bbq was disappointing. We didn’t use it. Due to the low temperatures we did not use the pool or spa but they were beautiful.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful zen house on edge of desert

House lovely and light with a great flow. Outdoor areas very relaxing and a great pool. Loved all the white as it was so restful. Carefree area lovely if you want nice chilled times or fun to be had in cave creek bars! Marie was a delight to deal with. Have rented all over the world for 10 years and this house is in my top 3.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfection.

We absolutely loved everything about our stay here. Beautiful, comfortable, clean, private. We felt completely spoiled. It was a perfect vacation and we can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully kept home for renewing body and mind

Our family enjoyed a wonderful week of sunsets and plenty of Scottsdale therepy while also enjoying outdoor excursions in the beautiful Sonoran desert.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
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