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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41443 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest (2nd bedroom)
2 Single Beds
Master
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Hall Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
The Golfing Gecko, Quiet Enjoyment of the Sonoran Desert and Amazing Sunsets.
Take a break and relax for a few days or more, with wonderful scenery and sunsets. Enjoy scenic hikes, bird watching, ride bikes from your front door, tour the neighborhood in our golf cart or play golf on two of the most well-manicured courses in Tucson, all while practicing social distancing.
Welcome to The Golfing Gecko, our listing on the Sonoran Course at Omni Tucson National. Remodeled in late 2019, “The Gecko” has open views across the fairway and amazing desert sunsets. From the open floor plan kitchen, dining room, living room or extended covered patio, you can enjoy all the sights and sounds and tranquility a desert golf course has to offer.
Take a quick look at the amazing reviews we’ve accumulated during our first couple years. Guest comments are certainly your best source for evaluating a property and you’ll be hard pressed to find higher compliments than The Gecko has received.
Before going any further, I need to express that our location is perfect for enjoying the quiet surroundings. In fact, it is not suitable for gatherings, loud music or loud commotions on the patio. Our outdoor area is open to the golf course and properties across the fairway, plus our immediate neighbors. Sounds travel freely and we ask that you 'blend in' with our peaceful and quiet environment. With regards to this, I have more specific information to send if you are considering making a reservation. My “Quiet Enjoyment” letter is meant to assure compatibility between guests’ and owners’ expectations.
The grounds at Tucson National are separated from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding city. As you enter the area, you drop down into a valley created by the Canada del Oro drainage. There is no thru traffic, allowing for the quiet and peacefulness of a desert golf community oasis. When you exit, every direction will take you to the sights, activities and attractions of Tucson, Oro Valley and places beyond.
Our single level townhome is over 1440 Sq. Ft., with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den, laundry room and a fabulous open kitchen to the living and dining rooms, plus bar seating. The spacious covered patio gives you the option of enjoying our location from both indoors and out.
Our goal is to provide you with most everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay. Upon arrival, we invite you to snoop around and survey what is typically available for your use. Cooking essentials, herbs and spices, paper products, soaps and hair products, laundry essentials, golf cart and three bicycles are there for you.
Feel free to grab a few of the experienced golf balls we keep on hand. Some areas around the desert courses are like golf ball magnets and trying to retrieve them can be challenging. Let’s just say you could get yourself into a prickly situation!
Take a stroll or grab the bikes and conveniently access The Loop trail system. The paved pathway is over 100 miles of “protected from traffic” pedestrian and cycling routes.
Welcome to The Golfing Gecko, our listing on the Sonoran Course at Omni Tucson National. Remodeled in late 2019, “The Gecko” has open views across the fairway and amazing desert sunsets. From the open floor plan kitchen, dining room, living room or extended covered patio, you can enjoy all the sights and sounds and tranquility a desert golf course has to offer.
Take a quick look at the amazing reviews we’ve accumulated during our first couple years. Guest comments are certainly your best source for evaluating a property and you’ll be hard pressed to find higher compliments than The Gecko has received.
Before going any further, I need to express that our location is perfect for enjoying the quiet surroundings. In fact, it is not suitable for gatherings, loud music or loud commotions on the patio. Our outdoor area is open to the golf course and properties across the fairway, plus our immediate neighbors. Sounds travel freely and we ask that you 'blend in' with our peaceful and quiet environment. With regards to this, I have more specific information to send if you are considering making a reservation. My “Quiet Enjoyment” letter is meant to assure compatibility between guests’ and owners’ expectations.
The grounds at Tucson National are separated from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding city. As you enter the area, you drop down into a valley created by the Canada del Oro drainage. There is no thru traffic, allowing for the quiet and peacefulness of a desert golf community oasis. When you exit, every direction will take you to the sights, activities and attractions of Tucson, Oro Valley and places beyond.
Our single level townhome is over 1440 Sq. Ft., with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den, laundry room and a fabulous open kitchen to the living and dining rooms, plus bar seating. The spacious covered patio gives you the option of enjoying our location from both indoors and out.
Our goal is to provide you with most everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay. Upon arrival, we invite you to snoop around and survey what is typically available for your use. Cooking essentials, herbs and spices, paper products, soaps and hair products, laundry essentials, golf cart and three bicycles are there for you.
Feel free to grab a few of the experienced golf balls we keep on hand. Some areas around the desert courses are like golf ball magnets and trying to retrieve them can be challenging. Let’s just say you could get yourself into a prickly situation!
Take a stroll or grab the bikes and conveniently access The Loop trail system. The paved pathway is over 100 miles of “protected from traffic” pedestrian and cycling routes.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Sorry, no kids without explicit owner permission
Events
No events allowed
The patio area must remain quiet and peaceful!
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No patio smoking either.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: The patio area must remain quiet and peaceful!
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Tucson
Located in Casas Adobes, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Funtasticks Family Fun Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Tucson Mall and Tucson Premium Outlets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sportspark or Sporting Chance Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- Catalina Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Sonoran Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Saguaro National Park - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
- Tucson Mall - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
- University of Arizona - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 6 min drive
- Pappoule's - 7 min drive
- Circle K - 5 min drive
- Ni’s Asian Bistro - 6 min drive
- Trident Grill IV - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dennis H.
5 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome time
Dennis H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hillary D.
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hillary D.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen R.
16 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf get away.
Colleen R.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
19 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gecko Getaway
Greg M.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
31 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Visit in Tucson
Cathy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kurt J.
6 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific!
Kurt J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
3 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Julie M.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki I.
14 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Vicki I.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheri S.
27 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Sheri S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill and Sheila T.
23 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another perfect stay
Bill and Sheila T.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
20 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Linda C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
19 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Gecko
Greg M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
29 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like home
Heather W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marcee Myers A.
9 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Bliss
Marcee Myers A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenifer C.
19 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre move stay
Jenifer C.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
30 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Gecko
Greg M.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn B.
20 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Kathryn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
30 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Condo
Mary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
31 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Favorite place to stay!
Julie M.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TUS Trip
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
18 Feb, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Beautiful place. I can’t wait to go back.
Karen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa H.
3 Feb, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time.
Vanessa H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Felicia B.
30 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felicia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sue J.
4 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Break
Sue J.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
About the host
Hosted by Richard (Rick) McDonough
We are Arizona natives and spent most of our lives in the Sonoran Desert. We love the mild Winters, life awakening Spring rains, Summer monsoons and the Autumn reprieve from high temperatures.
We are seasoned travelers and have a good perspective as to what makes a wonderfully comfortable stay for our guests. If we haven’t thought of it or don’t have it, we welcome your input.
Golfing, biking and many other outdoor activities have always played a large part of our family’s life. Our kids and our grandkids love to visit here. They are safe in our neighborhood, amazed at the wildlife diversity and of course, absolutely love the pool !
We are seasoned travelers and have a good perspective as to what makes a wonderfully comfortable stay for our guests. If we haven’t thought of it or don’t have it, we welcome your input.
Golfing, biking and many other outdoor activities have always played a large part of our family’s life. Our kids and our grandkids love to visit here. They are safe in our neighborhood, amazed at the wildlife diversity and of course, absolutely love the pool !
Why they chose this property
While raising our children nearby, we regularly played the Tucson National courses. It was always amazing to be in the midst of a bustling city, yet feel we were away in a secluded place.
What makes this property unique
Open views, quiet neighborhood, clean, comfy, and arguably the largest selection of included goods and supplies you’ll find in any vacation rental. Our reviews will tell you most everything you’d want to know. Try it, you’ll like it, I promise!
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