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Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds!

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A dog standing on a wooden fence with a sign reading "ALMOSTA RANCHO".
A covered patio area with a sliding glass door, a hot tub, and a small table and bench.
A view through a window of a desert landscape with sparse vegetation and a mountain in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, a sink, and a patterned floor.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views
    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Pusch Ridge Wilderness
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oro Valley Aquatic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Owner's Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Oro Valley

Located in Rancho Catalina, a neighbourhood in Oro Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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 The Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Pusch Ridge Wilderness - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oro Valley Aquatic Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tucson Mall - 21 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Saguaro National Park - 27 min drive - 21.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 31 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 25 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frost Gelato - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Top rated Oro Valley Mountain view home- 3bd/2ba+office Snowbirds! located?

Located in Rancho Catalina, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Oro Valley Aquatic Center, Tohono Chul Park and Pusch Ridge Golf Course. Pima Canyon Trail is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, large backyard, roomy and well decorated home, hot tub and sauna were in a separate porch area.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house. Great views. Close to everything

very nice
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2023
Thank you for your outstanding review David- so glad you loved Rancho! Please stay again next time you're in Tucson. Sue B.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tucson Vacation

Wonderful place for the family to relax and near many activities for all. The house had everything we needed, a very well equipped kitchen and beautifully decorated. We enjoyed breakfast out in the back yard every morning. We would certainly like to stay here on any visits to Tucson in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Dear Susan and Family, We appreciate your kind words. Tucson really is a great place to visit and we are glad you enjoyed your visit and our home. We look forward to hearing from you again! Warmest regards, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tucson vacation

We like this home so much we have rented it for a month three times.The house is roomy and comfortable, and is in a quiet residential neighborhood. The large backyard has a nice patio, perfect for sitting to read a book or just look up at the Catalinas.Stores and restaurants are nearby---Michealangelos, El Chorro, Blue Fin, Harvest Moon, etc. a good place to relax. ,
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
John and Jane, Thank you so much for telling other folks how nice it is to stay at our home we call 'Rancho.' Looks like you found some great places to eat as well! Glad you stayed with us. Take care. Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at "Rancho"!

We had a wonderful week at Rancho for a family Christmas gathering! Oro Valley is a wonderful area and Rancho is close to everything that area has to offer. We walked, hiked, shopped, and thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful fenced in back yard that Rancho offered. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable and relaxing. Sue, the owner was great; responded quickly and with helpful info for us to use. We plan to come back to Tucson at some point and Rancho would be our definite choice for another stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
So happy you and your family had a great time at Rancho. We look forward to your next stay! Warmest Regards, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect March Vacation

My husband, myself and our 2 dogs were very comfortable at this property. The best part of this rental is the huge yard which we made much use of. The house was comfortable and every thing was maintained well. We thought this location was great in that it was close to our friends in Oro Valley, yet convenient to all the activities. We enjoyed walking this safe neighborhood and met many nice people during our walks. This is our third time renting in this area, so knew the area well. Enjoyed the Marketplace Theaters, all of the great restaurants, Sabino Canyon hiking, the 4th Street Fair and a Broadway show. Would come back again and again.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Jeanne and Dennis, Glad you had a great time at 'Rancho.' Your comments are greatly appreciated. Please visit us again- we would love to have you! Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

This was a nice clean, quiet place with a big backyard overlooking the mountains. Lots of bird activity if you kept the feeders filled. We loved seeing the Quail come to the feeders. We liked walking around the neighborhood and enjoyed the hot tub. The sauna was a bust though, never broke a sweat in it and the wifi was slow and spotty. Other than those two things we enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again. Easy communication with host who gave us suggestions on restaurants and things to do. What you see in the VRBO listing is what it is although we didn't think the pictures did it justice. (Much nicer!)
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar, 2024
Well, Peggy, I did find your very nice review of Rancho. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Please stay with us again! We will have to contact our internet service to find out the problem. Sauna - not sure what is going on with that issue. Thank you both for feeding the wild desert birds. Glad you enjoyed them! We enjoyed hosting you! P.S. I did find a chart from the sauna company and it showed 45 min. to reach 120* and 60 min. to reach 125* - so maybe time was the reason it didn't get warm enough for you. Warmest regards, Sue Bican
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Way beyond my expectations!

We celebrated Christmas week at the "rancho", my 2 children, their spouses and my husband..oh,yes, and 2 dogs. We ended up cooking every evening the kitchen was so well appointed. There was plenty of room to spread out.. Even a room we used for yoga because it Was out of the mainstream. The backyard was fenced, large and comfortable for a barbeque and bonfire. The hot tub and sauna were immaculate. The home owners went out of their way to provide a Christmasy atmosphere which was much appreciated as we were traveling from afar. Only critism is we didn't find the garage door opener until we were packing up to leave..but that was probably our fault!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Liz and Bob, so pleased you were happy at our home we call 'Rancho.' You should have called us about the garage door opener- we could have helped right away on that. Nevertheless, we hope you all have fond Christmas memories from your family get together. Please stay with us again when you come to Tucson. Best wishes, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Really nice home in Oro Valley!

We were so pleased with our 10 days at "Rancho". The home is so comfortable and nicely decorated. It had everything we needed - including an out of the way office for my husband to work - some people just don't know what VACATION means!! The location of the home is great - it is so convenient to stores (especially Trader Joes- LOVE IT!) but yet off the main drag and in such a wonderful quiet neighborhood. LOVED the large private yard and the great mountain views. Sat in the back many times just trying to soak it all in and take it back home with me!! Really enjoyed the fire pit and we were lucky enough to have a full moon while we were there. The sunsets from the front were just so beautiful. We found some new restaurants (Harvest Restaurant was the best and the Barrio Brewery if you like beer was fantastic!) We did lots of hiking and Mtn Biking (50 yr trail, Sweetwater and Fantasy Island - so much fun!!) Sue was so very responsive and easy to work with. Would not hesitate to stay here again - was everything we were looking for and more! Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Linda, and Michael, I can't tell you how much all the praise you have given our home we call 'Rancho' is appreciated. So glad you liked the convenience of the closeness to everything and the views and the comfort of our home. Please stay with us again on your next trip to Tucson. Love your 'hot spots' you found! Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My desert oasis!

I want to keep this wonderful rental my own little secret because it is absolutely amazing! This is the BEST rental we have ever stayed in. And trust me-we are very picky. The bed was more comfortable than my Tempurpedic at home. I could have slept all day. But I was up early each morning to drink my coffee on the back patio and visit with the birds and bunnies. In the past, we have stayed in the foothills but there were numerous restaurants nearby. The Tohono Chul gardens were less than three miles away, with delicious food, great shopping, and wonderful walks. The homeowner was very kind sending us information before our arrival and making sure we got nicely settled when we arrived. I also feel like the checkout was less involved than many other rentals. The hot tub was a relaxing retreat after a fun day of sightseeing. But has twinkle lights and water lights if you wanted to make it a party atmosphere. I highly recommend this rental but make sure to leave a week available for me because I will be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay at Rancho!

My husband and I stayed at Rancho for the month of January, 2019 and loved it! The house is very conveniently located with easy access to grocery stores, gyms, restaurants, hiking and biking etc. The kitchen is very well equipped in terms of cookware and spices; the bed in the master bedroom was very comfortable and we also liked the fact that the house has an office because we both had to work during our stay. Additionally, we had our dog with us and we really enjoyed the large, fenced in backyard overlooking the mountains. The neighborhood is very nice and folks were very friendly and chatty as we took our lunchtime runs and walks with the dog. The weather was perfect while we were there – nice, crisp mornings and warm sunshine in the afternoon – the sunsets were amazing. We got out and about during the weekends and one of the “not to be missed” things to do is to go up to Mount Lemmon –it’s worth the beautiful drive alone but you can also romp in the snow at the top. Dove Mountain is also very beautiful with lots of dog friendly hiking. Our two favorite places to eat ended up being Harvest which is 10 minutes from the house and Elvira which is downtown. For those who like beer, we thought Barrio was the best brewery. Sue and Terry were wonderful to work with and made us feel right at home – I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Stephanie, You are a sweetheart and we appreciate such a stellar review of our home we call "Rancho." So happy you enjoyed our home and the master bed - it is the most comfortable bed ever! The location is perfect as you had stated for all sorts of reasons - and dogs love our big fenced backyard. Please stay with us again your next trip to Tucson/Oro Valley. You were great guests! Sue and Terry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant experience

Several nice privacy areas to sit outside and inside, ie. sunroom, back patio, living room, backyard patio. Well stocked home. Beautiful views and birds of the desert. Very relaxing, a great getaway!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2021
Thank you for your lovely comments about Rancho, Kim. So glad you enjoyed your stay. I hope you come back to Tucson and stay with us again. I know you will be visiting your grandkids, so please look us up! Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful getaway- we loved it as much as our dogs!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property and our dogs loved the large fenced in yard as much as we did. It was nice to relax in the several seating areas in the backyard. We put birdseed out and filled the hummingbird feeder so we could see and appreciate many different types of birds and bunnies. There are stunning mountain views from both the front and back of the property. It is in a neighborhood, however with the wash to one side and enough distance and foliage between neighbors, it felt very secluded and private. Minutes from shopping and hiking made it a very convenient location. Sue was excellent in keeping in contact with tips and if we needed anything or had questions. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2021
Steve, Thank you for the many compliments on "Rancho." We are so happy to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed our home we love. Please stay again! Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun stay at Rancho

This house is in a great location for what we wanted from our stay in Tucson. There are plenty of places to shop and eat (El Charro was amazing), it's under 10 minutes to Catalina Start Park with its great hiking trails (recommended by owner Sue, which was spot on!), a short drive to other parks and even downtown, and it provides a chance to see desert wildlife in the backyard! The bed in the master bedroom is perhaps the most comfortable we have ever experienced in our stays at VRBO properties, no kidding. Sue was great to work with; no complaints from us on the whole experience. Thanks Sue! Steve and Missy
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Comfortable and Quiet

We enjoyed our stay at this vacation rental. My family was comfortable and the house had all the basics that we needed. It was in a private area and the backyard was a nice place to hang out with pretty mountain views. The owner was very communicative and helpful via text - but didn't respond to questions on the Homeaway messaging service (so text her). The main reason I didn't give it a higher rating is because the Hot Tub was not available. If you are renting this location (which features a hot tub and sauna in all the pictures) realize that they are NOT available all the time. I guess they close it down seasonally and didn't say anything to us - which was a bit upsetting since it was one of the deciding factors on why we rented the place and spent this level of money in the first place. Otherwise, the house was nice and comfortable...!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
It was my bad to have not mentioned the hot tub was offline - completely skipped my mind. Please stay with us again next time you visit Tucson. Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Views

The back yards offers the mountains...up close and personal. Then in the evening the front yards offers the sunset views to die for.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

winter escape

The weather for February did not cooperate. However, the property was great close to everything. The large yard and views were exceptional. The owners were great to deal with/
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Small, comfortable house with impressive southwestern landscaping.

Scenic desert location close to the tennis tournament we were attending. Enjoyed sunrise/sunset views. Neighborhood is also very quiet and dark at night, allowing appreciation of the starry Arizona skies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Dave, so happy you and your guests loved Rancho. It truly is a great home, in a great location. Please stay with us again, next time you visit Tucson! Warmest regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent accomodations, great back yard and everything clean and neat!!

My guests and I really enjoyed our stay. Everything we needed in the way of bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens was available....even birdseed. Which was necessary because of the many birds that visited during our stay Even had an elusive roadrunner go through the yard. And the backyard was a great pleasure to be in and view every morning and evening, even though we did not use the sauna or hot tub.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you Jim for such a stellar review! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Rancho. You must stay with us again! Best wishes, Sue Bican
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location

We had a wonderful month in Tucson staying at Rancho. The beautiful view of the mountains from the backyard was my favorite part of this home. We enjoyed the sunrises with coffee, and the sunsets with a glass of wine every day! The home is convenient to many Tuscon attractions including Catalina State Park and the bike path, and also to grocery stores and restaurants. Sue was wonderful to work with. We would most certainly recommend this property.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Martin, Thank you for the great comments about your stay at Rancho and we do hope you stay with us again, as you discovered Rancho is a great, private home, centrally located to all shopping, hiking, biking and restaurants - not to mention the drop-dead gorgeous view of Pusch Ridge and the sunsets over the Tucson Mountains and the night twinkle of city lights. Hope to hear from you soon! Warmest regards, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awewsome property!

Thank you to Sue and Terry for sharing their wonderful 'Rancho' with us. The house is nicely updated with a comfortable decor, wonderful beds and a kitchen filled with everything you need to make your own meals. The landscaped backyard is a great place to sit with a cup of coffee, enjoy the view of Pusch Ridge and watch birds eating at the feeders. The hot tub was a big hit and what fun to roast marshmallows in the fire pit. We were lucky to see a bobcat walk through the front yard as we were watching the beautiful sun set from the front porch. The location is great; close to shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed eating at the Harvest and don't forget Jerry Bob's for breakfast. This is a great starting place to see all of the sights of Tucson. A special thank you for renting to people with dogs. Our dog loved exploring the backyard and we took numerous walks around the neighborhood meeting other dog walkers on our route. We every saw a coyote. Sue was very helpful and just a phone call away if we needed anything. We would definitely stay at 'Rancho' again.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Pat, We are so glad you and your Husband loved 'Rancho', and hope you stay with us again next time your visit Tucson. Thank you for being such great guests. Warmest regards, Sue
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonder stay

We enjoyed our stay. The house is nicely decorated with everything you need to make your stay comfortable. It was fun using the hot tub, sauna, & fire pit. Lots of wildlife & a beautiful view of the mountains. Nice quiet neighborhood with trails & shopping close by. The owner was wonderful to deal with. Thanks again.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
So glad you both enjoyed our home we call "Rancho." We really appreciate all the kind words, Barbara and Richard. Please stay with us again, your next trip to Tucson/Oro Valley! Best wishes, Sue and Terry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Location and Great Facilities

My wife and I visited Rancho for the second time this year. The house is comfortable and well stocked and looked after. We continue to find the property exactly as advertised and the landlords, Sue and Terry, went out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our visit. The house is located on a fenced lot which is a great size and while there are neighbour's about, they are far enough away to ensure privacy. We were particularly grateful that we were able to bring our small dog with us. I have no hesitation in recommending this property to anyone interested in visiting the Tucson area and we expect to return again very soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
So glad you are returning guests to our home we call "Rancho", Bryan and Lee, and that you find our home comfortable and welcoming, as well as safe for your dog, Connor. We are honored that you continue to choose our home for your vacation! See you in the near future ! Sue and Terry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Love this place!

We really enjoyed spending the month of March 2015 in this house. It's located in a development where most homes have some open land. It's about 3 blocks from a major north-south roadway which makes for easy access to most Tuscon destinations but has minimal neighborhood traffic (and not much traffic noise). It is a great place to walk around the neighborhood when you want to get out and you're just too exhausted to do another one of the nearby hiking trails. The house is very nicely furnished and was spotless when we arrived. Unlike other VRBO's we've rented the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare our own meals. The beds were very comfortable and the owners were very attentive without being intrusive. This is the best VRBO we've stayed in, period.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful place for a family Thanksgiving

We rented this house as a place for the family and kids to all travel to for Thanksgiving. It is well suited for sleeping and living, meaning that the bedrooms are on one end and the public areas are on the other end of the house so there is little noise. This worked well as we had people arriving from 6 time zones apart. The house has lots of little conversation areas so we were able to sit in small groups and enjoy each others company or be alone just to have quiet time and read a book. The back yard is fabulous. Very large and well appointed with the sauna and hottub. Very private and lovely at night under the stars. The dining room was very large but we ended up eating dinner outside most of the time. So warm and sunny. The house was very clean and well appointed and stocked with everything we needed from table ware to wine openers. Thank you Sue for having such a great property available.
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