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The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument.

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Welcome to the Bunkhouse!
A wooden deck with a ceiling fan, a table with chairs, and a view of trees and cacti.
A desert garden with a cactus, palm trees, and flowering plants.
Property grounds
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, a sink, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 3•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Saguaro National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Casino del Sol
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument.

Fully furnished with full kitchen plus microwave. Dishes, utensils, coffee and coffee maker included. Full bath and shower, linens and towels. Air conditioning, ceiling fans and heating. Large front porch for morning coffee and sunset viewing. Laundry service available. Queen bed, twin sofa sleeper, TV and stereo. Outdoor grill and covered parking. It is rural but not far from the city. Fully furnished.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed on the outside porch
30 night stay is maximum booking allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3476800
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Tucson

Located in Picture Rocks, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this cottage is in a rural area. Quarry Pines Golf Club and Sunflower Village Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Labyrinth Garden and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sports Park Tucson or Sporting Chance Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Saguaro National Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tucson Mall - 38 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 40 min drive - 39.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 42 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Casino del Sol - 44 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 27 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky's Boba Tea - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Filiberto's Mexican Food - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Growler's Taphouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sky Rider Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bunkhouse is a private guest house adjacent to Saguaro National Monument. located?

Located in Picture Rocks, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Saguaro National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Golden Gate Loop Trail and Sus Picnic Area. Signal Hill Trail and Red Hills Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ZacAbbey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, whimsical stay with charming hosts! The Bunkhouse was clean, comfortable, peaceful and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, the hosts are amazingly friendly and helpful, and views from the deck are spectacular. I would highly recommend this gem to others looking for a relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far the cutest, cleanest, sit out on the front porch, mini oasis with the pool, place i have ever stayed! I highly recommend it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lou and Ozzie have created an oasis in the desert and I loved it! It was very close to all of the family that I have in the area and it was so clean and so welcoming. I cannot wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marijean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bunkhouse was clean and cozy, making us feel right at home. The air conditioner worked great and kept the space at a perfect temperature. They even let us enjoy some of the ripe grapefruit and oranges from the tree outside, and told us about a nearby nest of newly hatched owlets we could watch- such a special touch!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GLORIA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet setting, a warm welcome and comfy accommodations…perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and as advertised. The A/C worked great! We loved the covered deck and the whole experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P Gregory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts Lou and Ozzie are wonderful, the setting is quiet and perfectly situated for hiking in Saguaro National Park, and the Bunkhouse is cozy. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bunkhouse met all our needs! It is nicely appointed, and the hosts have included lots of special touches so that we felt like we were at home. The air conditioning and outdoor pool were must haves in the unseasonably hot weather we experienced! If we are in the Tucson area again, we will definitely book the Bunkhouse!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t go wrong in Tuscon in February. Hosts are great.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! The bunkhouse is very nice and cozy. We loved the personalized Welcome sign and the Christmas decorations!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in the bunkhouse! We loved that it was quiet & the fresh orange & grapefruit were a bonus! Even though the pool wasn’t heated we enjoyed it during the 90 degree days. Also enjoyed hearing the owl at night. Having access to a washer & dryer was nice after all our hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Lou and Oz greeted us with a warm welcome and made sure we had everything we needed. Th e bunkhouse was immaculate and very comfortable. The grounds were lovely and inviting to birds, bunnies and other critters. I would highly recommend the bunkhouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bunkhouse was great! Very comfortable and a fabulous location. It was a short hiking trip for us. The bed was comfortable and the whole place clean. We would return and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved how close the house was to Saguaro National Park where we did lots of hiking. The kitchen was fully equipped for cooking but ate all of our meals out with the many Mexican food trucks in the area. Loved picking oranges & grapefruit off the trees in the yard for afternoon snacks. Lou & Oz were such welcoming, kind people & have the bunkhouse decorated so cute! The pool in their backyard was so beautiful & wonderful to relax in & by after mornings hiking. So nice of them to share that gem with their guests! Nice front porch on the bunkhouse to relax on & enjoy the sunsets!! Would highly recommend this place!!
View of sunset from end of driveway
View of bunkhouse & side yard with orange & grapefruit trees
Beautiful pool guests are welcome to use in backyard of owner’s home across driveway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the bunkhouse. Our hosts welcomed us when we arrived with kindness and cheer (after Christmas stay). As many guests already mentioned, everything in the bunkhouse is top clean and perfectly organized. Lou and Ozzie possess a wealth of knowledge on plants and animals and we would have loved more time at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! So beautiful! So clean! We will stay there again the next time we are in Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was so clean with great amenities. It's a very warm and inviting place. Ozzy and Lou came to welcome us. They're great! Our favorite part was sitting on the deck. Very peaceful and relaxing. The location is great since it's right off the main road, however, it felt like we were far away from it with all of the space and privacy that's found on the property. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Magical place

Fabulous location, exactly as advertised, owners friendly. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Françoise A.

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

Lovely place to stay

Near Saguaro Mountain Park, wild nature and quiet ! We loved it !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

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

Great, quiet stay near National park

We loved our stay here. Hosts were great! So quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is exceptionally well-kept. The landscaping is beautiful and the living quarters are just right for a single guest or a couple. The hosts are friendly and welcoming and have thought of just about everything a guest could need or want. The property is well-supplied with every necessity and there is a good selection of books, movies and even puzzles. If you’re looking for a comfortable and peaceful place to stay, I highly recommend the Bunkhouse!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

nice place

nice place
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Super cute Cabin, friendly Hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great place

Clean, cozy, comfortable, affordable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lou Medran

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Longtime Tucson residents that love desert living and the outdoors. Ozzie moved here 19 years ago from the east coast and would not trade living in the desert for anywhere else.
I simply love it here.

Why they chose this property

Quiet picturesque setting. We enjoy tranquil days and amazing starry nights in the heart of the Tucson Mountains. Enjoy bird watching for hummingbirds, eagles, owls, woodpeckers, quail and if you're really lucky... a Roadrunner... Beep Beep! We're close to Old Tucson Studios, Saguaro National Park, The Ironwood National Monument, and a easy day trip away from world famous Tombstone, Tubac art community, Bisbee, a mining town known for its blue turquoise, Colossal Cave and many more. Come for one of our many festivals, The world-famous Tucson Gem and Mineral show, Mariachi Festival, El Tour de Tucson bicycle race, The Fiesta De Los Vaqueros Tucson Rodeo and Rex Allen Days in Wilcox Az. to name a few. Whatever you reason for visiting southern Arizona we think you'll enjoy our hospitality and peaceful setting.

What makes this property unique

Hiking trails only 5 minutes away for morning hikes through The Tucson Mountains, visit abandoned mines and ancient Indian petroglyphs. Relax by the pool or snooze in the hammock under a huge ironwood tree or enjoy the sunsets from the large front porch. See coyote, quail, rabbits and if you're really fortunate maybe even a bobcat. Every spring we have baby owls nesting in our owl box we built for them. Bird watch, pick fresh oranges & grapefruit in season to enjoy for breakfast.

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