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Jeffrey L.
23 Feb, 2026
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Jeffrey L.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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Sunset & Mountain Views - Adventure Getaway
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tucson, AZ
- Place, Catalina State Park5 min drive
- Place, Saguaro National Park32 min drive
- Place, University of Arizona33 min drive
- Airport, Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Sunset & Mountain Views - Adventure Getaway
Breathtaking Catalina Mountain and Sunset Views.
Perfectly located between Oro Valley and Catalina, this peaceful desert escape offers easy access to hiking, biking, golf, and outdoor adventures. Enjoy a safe and quiet setting located on a 3-acre property surrounded by natural beauty, yet just minutes from shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants—an ideal place for couples or families to relax, recharge, and experience the desert and all that the area has to offer.
Key Features:
Authentic Desert Experience
• Scenic Views: Experience natural scenic views of the Mountains and majestic sunsets from your living room or front porch.
• Starry Nights: Experience unforgettable star-filled skies and dramatic mountain-silhouette sunsets.
• Relaxing Patio: Unwind outdoors as the desert cools down and the sky changes color.
• Seclusion: Enjoy total privacy and quiet on our expansive property. Home is located on one section of a 3-acre property.
• Classic Sonoran Landscape: Surrounded by mature mesquite trees and untouched desert beauty.
• Wildlife Viewing: Regular visits from native birds, quail, and rabbits right outside your window.
• Quiet & Safe Location: Feel miles away from everything while still being close to necessities.
• House: renovated, extremely clean, 2000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 queen, and one full-size bed), large living room and kitchen, Large extended dining room table, 2 full baths.
* King bed with brand new luxury gel/memory foam mattress
*2 Queen and 1 Full-size beds with brand new luxury memory foam mattresses
*55" Fire TV - use all your favorite apps or AirPlay/Mirror your phone
*Enjoy included apps like Disney+, Prime Movies,
Peacock, Paramount+, and more.
* Giant extended dining room table will fit the entire family
* Huge Kitchen
*Well-stocked cooking & kitchen supplies to cook all of your favorite meals
*Dual Coffee Station - Make a pot or single Keurig cups of coffee
*Coffee Station is Stocked with Regular, Decaf, and Tea
*Large refrigerator and freezer
*Filtered drinking water
*Extra capacity washer and dryer
*Gas stove
*Gas oven
*Microwave
*Dishwasher
*Hairdryer
*Hi speed wifi
* Board Games, Uno, Deck of
cards,
*Additional TV in master bedroom
* Family size gas BBQ Grill
Adventure Awaits Minutes Away
• Hiking & Biking: Easy access to an abundance of nearby hiking trails and mountain biking routes for all skill levels.
• Catalina State Park - 10 minutes - 5.3 miles
• Honeybee Canyon Trail / Petroglyphs: 13 minutes - 7.4 miles
• Oro Valley Aquatic Center - 16 minutes - 9.1 miles
• Biosphere 2 - 20 minutes - 14.2 miles
The Best of Both Worlds: Nature & Convenience
Minutes from Essentials: Quick 5-10 minute drive to:
• Restaurants & coffee shops
• Local amenities
• Shopping centers - Oro Valley Marketplace - 10 minutes - 5.2 miles
Walmart - - 10 minutes - 5.2 miles
Target - 14 minutes - 7.2 miles
• Grocery stores - Bashas - 5 minutes - 1.8 miles
Safeway - 12 minutes - 6 miles
Frys - 13 minutes - 7 miles
Saddlebrook - 10 minutes - 6 miles
Rancho Vistoso - 9 minutes - 5 miles
Town of Oracle - 20 minutes - 19 miles
Downtown Tucson - 35 minutes- 20 miles
University of Arizona - 35 minutes - 20 miles
Tucson Airport - 52 minutes - 29 miles
Perfectly located between Oro Valley and Catalina, this peaceful desert escape offers easy access to hiking, biking, golf, and outdoor adventures. Enjoy a safe and quiet setting located on a 3-acre property surrounded by natural beauty, yet just minutes from shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants—an ideal place for couples or families to relax, recharge, and experience the desert and all that the area has to offer.
Key Features:
Authentic Desert Experience
• Scenic Views: Experience natural scenic views of the Mountains and majestic sunsets from your living room or front porch.
• Starry Nights: Experience unforgettable star-filled skies and dramatic mountain-silhouette sunsets.
• Relaxing Patio: Unwind outdoors as the desert cools down and the sky changes color.
• Seclusion: Enjoy total privacy and quiet on our expansive property. Home is located on one section of a 3-acre property.
• Classic Sonoran Landscape: Surrounded by mature mesquite trees and untouched desert beauty.
• Wildlife Viewing: Regular visits from native birds, quail, and rabbits right outside your window.
• Quiet & Safe Location: Feel miles away from everything while still being close to necessities.
• House: renovated, extremely clean, 2000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 queen, and one full-size bed), large living room and kitchen, Large extended dining room table, 2 full baths.
* King bed with brand new luxury gel/memory foam mattress
*2 Queen and 1 Full-size beds with brand new luxury memory foam mattresses
*55" Fire TV - use all your favorite apps or AirPlay/Mirror your phone
*Enjoy included apps like Disney+, Prime Movies,
Peacock, Paramount+, and more.
* Giant extended dining room table will fit the entire family
* Huge Kitchen
*Well-stocked cooking & kitchen supplies to cook all of your favorite meals
*Dual Coffee Station - Make a pot or single Keurig cups of coffee
*Coffee Station is Stocked with Regular, Decaf, and Tea
*Large refrigerator and freezer
*Filtered drinking water
*Extra capacity washer and dryer
*Gas stove
*Gas oven
*Microwave
*Dishwasher
*Hairdryer
*Hi speed wifi
* Board Games, Uno, Deck of
cards,
*Additional TV in master bedroom
* Family size gas BBQ Grill
Adventure Awaits Minutes Away
• Hiking & Biking: Easy access to an abundance of nearby hiking trails and mountain biking routes for all skill levels.
• Catalina State Park - 10 minutes - 5.3 miles
• Honeybee Canyon Trail / Petroglyphs: 13 minutes - 7.4 miles
• Oro Valley Aquatic Center - 16 minutes - 9.1 miles
• Biosphere 2 - 20 minutes - 14.2 miles
The Best of Both Worlds: Nature & Convenience
Minutes from Essentials: Quick 5-10 minute drive to:
• Restaurants & coffee shops
• Local amenities
• Shopping centers - Oro Valley Marketplace - 10 minutes - 5.2 miles
Walmart - - 10 minutes - 5.2 miles
Target - 14 minutes - 7.2 miles
• Grocery stores - Bashas - 5 minutes - 1.8 miles
Safeway - 12 minutes - 6 miles
Frys - 13 minutes - 7 miles
Saddlebrook - 10 minutes - 6 miles
Rancho Vistoso - 9 minutes - 5 miles
Town of Oracle - 20 minutes - 19 miles
Downtown Tucson - 35 minutes- 20 miles
University of Arizona - 35 minutes - 20 miles
Tucson Airport - 52 minutes - 29 miles
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please put all trash in trash bags and leave them next to the trash can.
Please wash all dishes / or put them in the dishwasher and turn it on. Dishwasher soap is located under the kitchen sink
Thank you for leaving the house as clean and organized as possible for our cleaning staff!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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, 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
Catalina, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. MountainView Golf Club and Cinemark Century Oro Valley Marketplace are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Catalina State Park and Upper Cañada del Oro. Catalina Neighborhood Park and Oro Valley Aquatic Center are also worth visiting.
Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- Catalina State Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Saguaro National Park - 32 min drive - 36.3 km
- University of Arizona - 33 min drive - 37.7 km
- Tucson Convention Center - 34 min drive - 40.8 km
- Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 43 min drive - 52.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 5 min drive
- In-N-Out Burger - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Angela Warren
Hello!
I'm a proud Tucson native, thrilled to share a piece of my beloved city with you. My husband & I have called Tucson home for decades, celebrating nearly 30 wonderful years of marriage.
When we aren't hosting, we're usually traveling, visiting family, or enjoying Tucson's unique food scene.
We love meeting new people and hope to make your stay memorable. Please reach out for local recommendations or questions—we want to ensure a 5-star experience.
I'm a proud Tucson native, thrilled to share a piece of my beloved city with you. My husband & I have called Tucson home for decades, celebrating nearly 30 wonderful years of marriage.
When we aren't hosting, we're usually traveling, visiting family, or enjoying Tucson's unique food scene.
We love meeting new people and hope to make your stay memorable. Please reach out for local recommendations or questions—we want to ensure a 5-star experience.
Why they chose this property
You’ll be surrounded by wide-open desert views with stunning sunrises in the morning and unforgettable sunsets in the evening. At night, the stars are incredibly bright and peaceful—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The neighborhood is very quiet, safe, and calm, with natural desert life all around, giving you a true sense of escape while still being close to everything you need. It’s a place we come to unwind, slow down, and really enjoy the beauty of the desert.
What makes this property unique
Extremely clean, spacious 2000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 queen, and one full-size bed), brand new comfortable mattresses, large living room and kitchen, dining room, 2 full baths
• House: renovated, extremely clean, spacious 2000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms 4 comfortable beds (1 King, 2 queen, and one full-size bed), brand new comfortable mattresses, large living room and kitchen, dining room, 2 full baths
*King Size Bed with brand new luxury gel and memory foam mattress
* 2 Queen & 1 full size beds with brand new luxury memory foam mattresses
*55" Fire TV - use all your favorite apps or Air Play/Mirror your phone
*Enjoy included apps like Disney+, Prime Movies,
Peacock, Paramount+, and more.
*Large dining room table will fit the entire family
*Dual Coffee Station - Make a pot or single Keurig cups of coffee
*Coffee Station is Stocked with Regular, Decaf, and Tea
*Large capacity washer and dryer
*Well-stocked cooking and kitchen supplies
*Gas stove
*Gas Oven
*Microwave
*Large refrigerator and freezer
*Filtered drinking water
*Dishwasher
*Dining Room Table
*Hairdryer
*Hi speed wifi
This large and spacious property has been part of our family history for over 40 years!
• House: renovated, extremely clean, spacious 2000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms 4 comfortable beds (1 King, 2 queen, and one full-size bed), brand new comfortable mattresses, large living room and kitchen, dining room, 2 full baths
*King Size Bed with brand new luxury gel and memory foam mattress
* 2 Queen & 1 full size beds with brand new luxury memory foam mattresses
*55" Fire TV - use all your favorite apps or Air Play/Mirror your phone
*Enjoy included apps like Disney+, Prime Movies,
Peacock, Paramount+, and more.
*Large dining room table will fit the entire family
*Dual Coffee Station - Make a pot or single Keurig cups of coffee
*Coffee Station is Stocked with Regular, Decaf, and Tea
*Large capacity washer and dryer
*Well-stocked cooking and kitchen supplies
*Gas stove
*Gas Oven
*Microwave
*Large refrigerator and freezer
*Filtered drinking water
*Dishwasher
*Dining Room Table
*Hairdryer
*Hi speed wifi
This large and spacious property has been part of our family history for over 40 years!
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