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Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University.

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to University of Arizona

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Welcome to Casa Reina
Ideally located, close to downtown and the university.
Summer renovation in 2025.  Quiet place to relax .
Exterior detail
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51480 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arizona Stadium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Tucson Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University.

An elegant vintage home in the heart of the university area; minutes to downtown and Banner UMC hospital. Close to dining and cultural events. Located in a quiet neighborhood.
The home has a fully walled yard and locked gate for secure, private, on property parking. Two reserved parking spots are also available in front of the house. The home is beautifully furnished; full of charm, with thoughtfully curated art. Ideal for couples/friends/families who a want comfortable gathering areas for shared time, but also desire separate bedrooms & bathrooms. As of August 2025 we have added an additional renovated casita, (180 sq, ft.) ; apart from the main house for study and relaxing.
A spacious bathroom is adjacent to the primary bedroom. The primary bedroom includes a Memory Foam king sized bed. The additional bedrooms features a twin and queen beds with Tuft and Needle mattresses. These two bedrooms are in their separate area with a large walk-in rain shower creating privacy for all. WIFI equipped for internet access on your device, also connected to the Smart TV's in the living room and queen bedroom. Simply login to your favorite streaming apps.
Our backyard features a roomy furnished covered patio for enjoying the outdoor Tucson atmosphere. There is a charcoal BBQ for your outdoor cooking. For pet owners, the property has a large secure yard for your furry BFF to roam safely. A portion of pet fees collected will be contributed to Tucson area animal welfare agencies.

Minutes to food shopping, coffee shops, live music, McKale Center, Tucson Poetry Center, Tucson Festival of Books, Randolph Park, Tucson Rodeo-"Fiesta de los Vaqueros", and the Arizona Stadium. Enjoy Tucson's varied UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation for its rich culinary heritage. Tucson prides itself on "The best 23 miles of Mexican food". Casa Reina is a great home base for Southern Arizona bird-watching outings. Close to Sunlink-the Tucson streetcar and convenient to bus lines.

A 10 minute drive to Randolph Park; featuring a public year-'round handicap/children accessible swimming pool zoo, tennis, a golf driving range, pool, golf courses, a walking/biking loop, dog park and a duck pond. Also home of Arizona Wildcat baseball stadium- Hi Corbett field.


Your hosts and owners of the property have been in the hospitality/hotel business and culinary arts for their entire careers; taking pride in guest comfort and making sure all the details are right for their stay. We have lived in the Rincon Heights neighborhood for over 30 years and call it home with pride. WE ARE NOT A MANAGEMENT COMPANY and do not collect additional Host Fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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)
1 dog @ $15.00 per day 2 dogs $20.00 per day
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fireplace not usable.
Bicycles shall not be stored in the house. The property can be secured , and the covered patio can shelter bicycles from the elements.
Only one car may be parked inside the property in the driveway. An additional parking space is in front of the house with a parking permit.

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
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Tucson Mall and El Con Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tucson Convention Center or Arizona Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 3 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Screwbean Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ramiro's Taco Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Highland Market - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic private 3 bed 2 bath, Walk to the University. located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Arizona Stadium and University of Arizona. Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and McKale Center are also within 15 minutes. Tucson Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well-appointed and quaint property. The hosts went out of their way to be hospitable. Darling home with plenty of space--lots of areas inside and out to find a quiet moment. We can't wait to come back to Casa Reina! Thank you, Bruce and Ann.
Right outside the front of the house.  Definitely matches the personality of Casa Reina!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stay here! We had the best time. Bruce and Ann left personalized notes and even snacks for us. The house is so cute and well-appointed. We lacked for nothing. It's walkable to campus. Bruce and Ann were great hosts and we didn't have any problems with anything. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cool oasis in the middle of hectic heat. A beautiful historic home that is quiet and secure yet close to everything, especially the university. The home is beautifully decorated and appointed with everything you need. The owners were friendly and responsive. We felt pampered the whole time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Tucson Respit

Ann and Bruce have curated a beautiful home. We can’t wait till visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

S G.

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

Another fabulous stay

This was my third time staying and it is such a lovely home. Furnished and decorated as a home, not just a rental. I hope to be back every year!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

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

Great stay in Tucson

House was perfect for our needs. Very comfortable charming space that is walking distance to U of A. Short drive to all the great spots in Tucson.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

GINA M.

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

Fun in the Sun

We had a great time. My daughter attends University of Arizona, and we could walk to the University. VRBO ticked all of our boxes. Easy communication with host.We hope to use location again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect Stay

My wife and I and our dogs spent five night visiting Tucson (we lived there for years back in the 90s). The house and grounds were even cuter in person and made an excellent central base for our trip. Pups appreciated the dog treats!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

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

U of A grad weekend

It was perfect. Close to the university, clean home, felt very safe. Ann and Bruce had some extras that we appreciated after travel, ie cold water in the fridge, homeade cookies, a bag of chips and jar of salsa. Our daughter graduated so we aren’t likely to go back, but I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Escape from the cold weather

This property was clean and comfortable and in a great location. We were in close proximity to downtown Tucson and the University of Arizona. The home was so relaxing and peaceful. Our hosts were helpful and accommodating. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this location..
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

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

Great place

My favorite place to stay when in Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Wonderful time!

Well-appointed house where it's obvious the hosts care! Clean. Right number of amenities. Great back porch to unwind after great hiking and culinary opportunities! Super location and house felt safe and secure. Great job Ann and Bruce!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joel P.

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

Tucson stay

We all found that the beds were a little hard and the pebbled flooring in one of the bathrooms was uncomfortable for showering. Apart from that, and missing a dishwasher, it was a very nice property and very conveniently located in Tucson.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Wonderful home

We had a great stay at this wonderful home. Perfect for our family of 4, and our dog. Walked to campus many times. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Wonderful Stay!

My dad and I enjoyed our stay. Ann and Bruce were excellent hosts. They had a snack waiting for us upon our arrival along with a sweet welcome note. They were very quick to respond to communications. The house was very comfortable and well stocked. We would stay again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyne S.

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

Lovely Home, Lovely Hosts, Delicious Homemade Chocolate Chips Cookies!

We had a wonderful stay. The house is decorated throughout with wonderful art work and crafts.The beds and furniture are very comfortable. Our contacts with the hosts were very enjoyable and helpful. The homemade chocolate cookies were delicious and indicative of the hospitality we enjoyed during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

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

Home away from Home

Loved everything about this stay. I want to live there, it’s so beautiful. The hosts are top notch on decor, ease of check in/out processes and hospitality. We will visit there again-thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon l.

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

lovely gem near UofA

Safe/secure property in a neighborhood just south of the university. Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Would stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggi S.

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

Lovely property

This was one of the most comfortable rental stays I’ve experienced. The house was bigger than expected with lots of amenities, and the owners were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

A perfect 'home base' for exploring Tucson!

Our family stayed at this sweet home over spring break and I would absolutely recommend it! The house was very clean and well stocked, and the location was convenient for us to visit everything that Tucson had to offer. 5 stars and we would certainly stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

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

Charming place with great backyard

We loved staying at this place! There was great attention to detail with lovely snacks awaiting us, and the entire place was well appointed. The backyard was perfect for dinners outside. We highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Tucson gem show visit

Lovely home in great neighborhood. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sindy J.

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

Amazing Stay

Beautiful house, great location, generous and responsive hosts. The best rental we have ever stayed at! 100% recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginny M., Chicago, IL

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

Absolutely wonderful place

We cannot say enough good things about this property! Wonderful attention to detail, thoughtfully stocked, clean, quiet, beautiful and the owners were great. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron S.

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

Everything you would possibly hope for

Lovely house. Super clean, with everything you would hope for and in a nice historic residential district of Tucson, minutes away from the U of A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ann and Bruce Bowden

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Your hosts and owners of the property have been in the hospitality/hotel business and culinary arts for their entire careers; who take pride in guest comfort and making sure all the details are right for their stay. We have lived in the Rincon Heights neighborhood for over 30 years and call it home with pride.

Why they chose this property

Minutes to food shopping, coffee shops, Banner University Medical Center, live music, Mckale Center, Tucson Poetry Center, Tucson Festival of Books, Tucson Rodeo-"Fiesta de los Vaqueros", and the Arizona Stadium. Enjoy Tucson's varied UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation for its rich culinary heritage. Tucson prides itself on "The best 23 miles of Mexican food". The property is a great home base for Southern Arizona bird-watching outings. Close to Sunlink-the Tucson streetcar and convenient to bus lines.

What makes this property unique

Your hosts and owners of the property have been in the hospitality/hotel business and culinary arts for their entire careers; taking pride in guest comfort and making sure all the details are right for their stay. We have lived in the Rincon Heights neighborhood for over 30 years and call it home with pride.

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