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Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views.

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views.

Make yourself at home in this 1-bedroom Catalina hill top retreat only one mile from the foothills of the Catalina mountains. This enjoyable cottage is on a full acre, has a horse corral, features 1 queen bed, 1 and half bathrooms with one bathtub and shower, and essential amenities like a washing machine, clothes dryer, dish washer, hair dryer, heat pump and WiFi. Hiking trails and equestrian trails start across the road from the cottage and, if you up to it, 11 h later you can be on the top of 9,000 ft Ms. Mt. Sara Lemmon. The serenity of our place will help you feel at home while you're traveling in Catalina or just plain sitting around dousing stress. When clouds are around, sunsets and sunrises are memorable. This is horsey country; bring your horse if you got one! We got dirt roads! And that's what makes it SO quiet.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 # 4660162vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Catalina, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this cottage. Catalina Neighborhood Park and Biosphere 2 are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Oro Valley Marketplace and La Encantada. Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Purr Fect Quilters Cottage are also worth visiting.
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Catalina, AZ

What's nearby

  • Upper Cañada del Oro - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • MountainView Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Catalina Neighborhood Park - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • The Preserve Golf Course - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Catalina State Park - 15 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sunny Side Up Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique top of the world straw bale cottage has ASTOUNDING views. located?

Located in Catalina, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Upper Cañada del Oro and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Catalina State Park. Pusch Ridge Wilderness and Sierra Tucson are also within 6 miles (10 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. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to spend the weekend, it's a special place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb, 2026
Thanks, Patrick. You are, indeed, swell. art
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were amazing, as were the amenities. We both agree it was the best VRBO we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2026
Wow, Ann, an over the top review! Thank you so much. We really enjoyed having you there in our brief encounters. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze, everything in the house was spotless. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2025
Thanks, Leslie! We'll look forward to any future booking you might make. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning mountain view! You wont want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2026
Thanks, Sonia. It was great getting to know you. My apologies for just having discovered your great, succinct review. Art
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, quiet with 360* views. Great stay. Art and Joan put a lot of thought into making everyone’s stay a good one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Thanks, David, for your very kind review of our little bit of paradise. I enjoyed meeting you and Alice. Art
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Art was very responsive and welcoming. The house was wonderful, well appointed and beautifully decorated with southwestern style. The location and views were stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2026
Thanks, Phoebe! You both were great "guests." Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a hidden treasure! The view was AMAZING, the house is adorable, and we could not have been happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2025
Oh, gosh, Kelsey, you are so generous with your comments! We really appreciate it. Our best to you and Andrew on the next leg of your trip. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Art and Judy were extremely nice people. The cottage was very well equipped and had comfortable furniture. Plenty of seating outside with wonderful views of the desert and mountains. We appreciated their hospitality and had some nice chats with them. If you like hiking this is a great place to be and if you like just sitting around and relaxing in the quiet this is perfect
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2026
Thanks, Dean and Ruth, so much for your thoughtful review. It was wonderful having you here at our little piece of paradise in Catalina, Arizona. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views surrounding the area were wonderful at any time of day or night. Sunsets and star gazing especially great. The home was very comfortable with a large living area with comfortable leather couches. Location was remote but dirt road was graded and of no problem. We would stay again . Peg and Ron
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2026
Thanks, Peg and Ron for your superlative review of our little piece of paradise here in Catalina. It was great getting to know you that bit, too. And, I hope you are able to come back someday. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were wonderful! The house was really comfortable and well equipped with amenities. The view was beautiful and lived the serenity and the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much, Karen. I was a pleasure to meet you and Bob. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! Art
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as advertised and was perfect! Beautiful setting with mountains (and cows) right in your front yard and close to lots of outdoor things to do. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Thanks so much, Brian, for your very generous review! Glad you enjoyed our little bit of paradise here in Arizona. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire property is amazing . Wonderful views that surround it all with breathtaking mountains surrounding the entire area. The bed is comfortable the living area very spacious. The kitchen has literally everything one needs to cook and bake. Art and Judy are phenomenal hosts. Any questions are answered and they are the sweetest couple I've ever encountered on my many stays at different locations. The location is also wonderful as there is shopping and restaurants within a cars ride closer than I expected. All in all we had an awesome time and I will definitely book again . Thank you to the hosts to provide such a lovely place to relax and enjoy nature. I could go on and on , just a fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2026
Thanks, Conny, for your wonderful review of our little treasure. We're so glad that you enjoyed your time here. It was great meeting you and Craig; I think of you as friends now. Art and Judy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for scenic views of the Oro Valley and Mt Lemmon this is the place to stay. This place is on the top of a hill above Catilina and has an outstanding 360 degree view of the surrounding area. The house is well supplied and very comfortable. The hosts were great and easy to communicate with. You do have to drive up a dirt road to get to this place but it is well maintained so that was not a problem. Just make sure you have good directions to the address as my GPS couldn't find the address correctly. I really enjoyed just sitting on the porch enjoying the views. So if you are looking for a place to relax and unwind I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

On Fleek A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely stunning! The house itself is well decorated and clean. The views are out of this world! I enjoyed watching the birds in the morning while I ate breakfast. Very quiet area. I will say that it would be best to have a 4 wheel drive vehicle since the neighborhood is on dirt roads. I have a Rav 4 and it was perfectly fine. The hosts are so welcoming and kind. I will 100% go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2025
Thank you for the VERY generous review! Judy and I really appreciated it! Art

About the host

Your host

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Retiree, U of WA research meteorologist, storm chaser, weather briefer, was on NPR doing weather for Seattle. Wife and I left the "wet life" for for better cloud scenes, weather excitement in thunderstorms, and general desert life. Our property is almost all natural desert for habitat purposes. We don't clear our land!

Why they chose this property

Property separation/privacy due to having acreage (2), and the quiet that it brings. We live on a dirt road, and that means it's extra quiet in our small, horsey community of Sutherland Heights. Hiking and equestrian trails start across the road. We walk our dog on them every day for 1-2 h.

What makes this property unique

Top of the world views, almost like you're in a low flying aircraft. The cottage is on its own separate acre. And the hiking/riding possibilities are endless. The foothills of the Catalina Mountains begin within a mile of the cottage and you can just keep on going; hiking/riding your horse, or biking for as long or as high as you can. The cottage has a corral for your horse, too! Final thought: "Make me move price"? 1 billion dollars! Yep, that's how much your host, Art, loves it here in the Sonoran Desert, the only desert in the world with TWO rain seasons, and two greenings and two wildflower blooms toward the end of each rain season (spring and mid-late summer).

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