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Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!

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A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible through an archway.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a glass coffee table, a patterned rug, and a bookshelf with decorative items.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a round wooden table surrounded by four chairs, a decorative bowl on the table, and a ceiling fan above.
A house with a tiled roof, a porch with a chair, and a garden with various plants.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near University of Arizona
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, McKale Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Arizona Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!

Welcome to Villa Blanca Pajaro

Immerse yourself in the charm of timeless elegance and bespoke character at Villa Blanca Pajaro, a thoughtfully curated retreat in the heart of Tucson’s historic Sam Hughes neighborhood. Perfectly located just two blocks from the University of Arizona, within a mile of the University Medical Center, and close to Gem Show venues, this 1920s bungalow combines historic allure with modern comfort for a truly memorable stay.

Step into this beautifully updated home, where every detail has been lovingly designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Thoughtfully Equipped Kitchen: Featuring a gourmet stainless steel range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and all the cookware and tableware you’ll need for your culinary adventures.
Elegant Dining: A stylish dining room seats four, showcasing timeless furnishings.
Modern Amenities: High-speed Wi-Fi, cable television, a 42-inch flat-panel TV in the living room, and a 32-inch Smart TV in the master bedroom provide all the entertainment and connectivity you need.
Luxury Comforts: A high-efficiency washer/dryer, vintage bathroom with plush linens, and bright, spacious interiors ensure a cozy and convenient stay.
Villa Blanca Pajaro comfortably accommodates two guests, with room for up to four. The master bedroom offers a sumptuous king-sized bed, while a half-bedroom features a twin trundle bed for additional guests.

Outdoor Bliss: The large rear patio is a serene haven, serving as an alfresco living, dining, and kitchen space. Relax on comfortable patio furniture or fire up the stainless steel grill for outdoor meals. Surrounded by lush vegetation, you can enjoy the sights and sounds of Tucson’s birds and butterflies while savoring your morning coffee.

Convenience Meets Charm: A complimentary parking space awaits in the adobe carriage house behind the property. Well-behaved pets are welcome (with prior approval), but smoking is never permitted.

Experience the Essence of Tucson: Villa Blanca Pajaro invites you to indulge in its bespoke charm and thoughtful amenities, creating your perfect home away from home. Whether you're here to explore, unwind, or simply enjoy, this enchanting bungalow promises a stay you'll treasure.

○ Local guests, please contact us prior to booking

○ Bookings within 24 hours of check-in will require a driver's license prior to check-in

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3528824
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 Midtown, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this holiday home is near a water park and in the mountains. Children's Museum Tucson and Reffkin Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and El Centro Cultural de las Americas. Travelling with kids? Consider Reid Park Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and mountain biking.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • McKale Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Himmel Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Centennial Hall - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 4 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Broadway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!?

As of 15 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking! on 21 Jun, 2027 start from S$700, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Embrace the spirit of the Southwest at Villa Blanca, UA Stadium! Garage Parking! located?

This family-friendly Tucson holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of McKale Center and University of Arizona. Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and Himmel Park are also within 15 minutes.

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. 153 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to stay for up to three people. Villa Blanca has everything you will need for your visit. The main bedroom is lovely and the trundle bed is surprisingly comfortable. The bathroom is small, what you would expect in an older home. They back yard is a wonderful place to relax, and enjoy the morning/evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is gorgeous and bursting with Southwest charm. It’s got everything we needed for a very comfortable stay, and the location is both central to anywhere you’d want to go in Tucson, and yet very quiet. Parking is easy, as is getting around from this location. Host Erica gave us lots of information about local attractions, restaurants and such, and responded within minutes anytime we messaged her. She’s a great host — there with whatever you need, but never intrusive. Check-in/out literally could not have been easier. This was our first visit to Tucson, and it was amazing. We’ll certainly return, and we will certainly try to stay here again if it’s available. We’ve stayed in a lot of short-term rentals, and we’ve never had a better experience. This is a great place.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Perfect Tucson Retreat

The villa was a lovely stay in a cute neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful home! The location is great and Erica is a terrific host - very helpful and responsive, with lots of great tips on restaurants and things to do. This house was the best-equipped we’ve ever stayed in. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rave review extremely personalized stay for every part of the reservation from the beginning to the end was incredible! The owner personalized everything in the home made us feel so comfortable and loved. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us to move our student in at U of A!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lela N.

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

Absolutely cuter, cozy, clean, inviting, all needs for lovely linens to very comfortable bed!! Excel

Love yard, quiet, cozy, offers all amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Absolutely gorgeous

Everything about this stay was perfect. Super cozy, helpful host, I loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett J.

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

Home away from home

Beautiful home. Great host! Loved staying here for the 2 weeks I was in Tucson.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

quaint old house near to all Tucson has to offer. It was truly a lovely experience!

overall impression of this property is excellent. The host was extremely helpful in all aspects of our stay. My husband loved it too! Thank you for a wonderful stay in Tucson! We would come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

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

Sunny Retreat

Great location for access to the University, great restaurants and breweries (walking distance), a well equipped and comfortable living space and excellent sunny outside spots. A great spot to explore Tucson!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Historic neighborhood sweet one

Comfortable, clean and well equipped inside with nice outside areas to enjoy Tucson's great weather. A good location close to the UA and downtown with easy access to many Tucson sites. Enjoy its decor and ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Mother/daughter weekend

My 5 yo daughter and I stayed at the house for a wedding and had a fabulous time! The house was comfortable, with lots of well thought out welcoming touches. The host even laid out desert children's books and stuffed animals! If we're ever back in Tucson, we'd love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quaint and clean

We attended Bowl game so perfectly located next to U of AZ. Cottage was lovely. Great restaurant suggestions from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Wonderful

An absolutely wonderful property, beautifully decorated and furnished, in a charming historic neighborhood. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Beautiful home close to Arizona University

What a wonderful stay we had. The house was just the right size for us for our 5 night stay in Tucson. Erica was an exceptional host. She was very responsive to our inquiries during our stay and shared wonderful information about the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Perfect weekend get-a-way!

Really enjoyed our stay, amenities and location for a college campus tour of UofA. The space is very comfortable and feels like home. Just a short walk to the University. I would totally stay here again should my son commit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Wonderful place to stay in Tucson!

We had a great time here! Everything was wonderful - super clean and extremely well outfitted with everything you might need for your stay. Very nice touches and attention to detail with everything - it was perfect! Erica is absolutely the best host! We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Love Tucson!

Always enjoy visiting our daughter and staying at Villa Blanca Pajaro. It is a lovely and comfortable home, very conveniently located. You will not be disappointed staying in one of Erica's homes. She is a fabulous host!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

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

A Wonderful Stay

Villa Blanca Pajaro had all the amenities of home including luxury towels, bedding and throws. It was a very comfortable stay in a great area within walking distance to campus, Flora’s Market, Borderlands Brew Pub and so much more. I will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nechuma B.

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

Nice

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sheridan j.

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

Awesome

Clean, unique and authentic historical home and furnishings, beautiful kitchen equipment, outdoor area close to everything the perfect spot ! We loved our stay and Erica is the proverbial hostess with the mostess!
Stayed 71 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

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

Quaint House

1st rate house in a great area. Full of charm and character, and amazing personal touches. It is special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

belinda d.

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

Best place ever

Erica was an excellent host. Quick to respond to questions. The property was gorgeous. I cannot say enough good things about the host, property and overall good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Erica K.

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As a natural entrepreneur, I've relished the autonomy and flexibility that come with charting my own course. Traveling has been a passion of mine, with annual sojourns to both sandy beaches and far-flung corners of the globe. At Villa Blanca, you'll discover exotic keepsakes from my adventures adorning the space, infusing it with a worldly flair.

Growing up right here in Tucson, on this very property, I felt compelled to name my cherished bungalow in homage to my mother, my family, and the rich heritage of this house. Thus, Villa Blanca was born, a nod to the "white house" where childhood memories were made. When I'm in Tucson, you might catch me landscaping, tending to mesquite trees, Peruvian apple cacti, or native willows on my properties, including Villa Blanca Pajaro and others.

Cooking has always been a joy for me – I love entertaining loved ones and orchestrating social gatherings. I'm eager to extend that hospitality to you during your time in Tucson!

Why they chose this property

During the 1960s, my parents were tenants of the carriage house while pursuing their studies at the University of Arizona. Serendipitously, they stumbled upon an ad in the newspaper listing Villa Blanca Pajaro for sale. Astonishingly, it happened to be our landlords who cherished my parents and favored them over another prospective buyer. With the generous assistance of my grandmother for a down payment, my parents transitioned to the front house and raised my sisters and me there. In 2010, Villa Blanca Pajaro transitioned through the generations, from my grandmother to my mother and sister, before coming into my possession. Now, I'm thrilled to share it with you as Villa Blanca Pajaro.

What makes this property unique

Villa Blanca Pajaro holds a special place in my heart—it's not just a house, but a haven filled with warmth and cherished memories. From festive Christmas trees to playful Easter bunnies, from cozy Thanksgiving dinners to lazy afternoons watching Sesame Street on the living room floor, and from carefree cartwheels in the front yard to shared giggles with friends, this home has witnessed it all. It's been the starting point for walks to school, the backdrop for breakfasts at Rincon (now Flora's) Market, and the launchpad for bicycling adventures to the University of Arizona.

Now, it's your turn to add to this tapestry of memories and experience the affection and coziness of Villa Blanca Pajaro—a true family home awaiting new moments and stories to unfold.

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English, Spanish

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