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Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale

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A large house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and desert landscaping.
A pink two-story house with a balcony, a driveway, and a tree in the foreground.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large TV.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with a stone backsplash and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a television mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Tonto National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Scottsdale, AZ
  • Place, Tonto National Forest
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Talking Stick Resort Casino
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Arizona State University
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Additional Sleeping (Casita Living Room)

1 King Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 (Casita)

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

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About the area

Scottsdale

Rio Verde Foothills, a neighbourhood in Scottsdale, is home to this villa. Desert Foothills Theater and Cave Creek Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Club Scottsdale and Troon North - Pinnacle Course. Consider Highlands Church for a night out or George "Doc" Cavalliere Park if you're travelling with kids. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling.
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Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tonto National Forest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Westworld of Scottsdale - 36 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Kierland Commons - 42 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Talking Stick Resort Casino - 45 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Arizona State University - 56 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Needle Rock Kitchen And Tap - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Apache Clubhouse - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪SWAN Sushi and Seafood Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Pony Express Cafe - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Backyard Oasis! Mtn-View Family Gem in Scottsdale located?

Located in Scottsdale, this family-friendly villa is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tonto National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tom's Thumb Trail and McDowell Mountain Regional Park. George "Doc" Cavalliere Park and Golf Club Scottsdale are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a few issues but they were quickly addressed. We had a wonderful family gathering. Stunning views, wonderful hiking, pool was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and it was great views of Phoenix
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We were there for a short stay and picked this house so we can host a bigger family event after a wedding. It was definitely a great place to hang out. The only hard part was the 1.5 mile dirt road to get in and out of the area…but that’s not the homeowner’s problem…it just is what it is. Have fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Great stay loved the Quail birds every morning and the deer, and the Sunrise over the mountains was just Beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice cozy home with great views.

Everything was great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home!

We had an amazing time- house was gorgeous and owners and property managers very responsive to issues or questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

27th Birthday

The house was very nice and spacious. We loved the outside/pool area the most.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you!

One of the toilets ran pretty constantly all weekend, but other than that a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house

Lots of space
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scottsdale

Fun time here. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Beautiful home in remote area. Jane, the owner was fabulous in making sure our stay was perfect. Fantastic floor plan for three generations to enjoy Arizona and time together. The house had everything you could want. We had a terrific time. Thanks Jane!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Phoenix trip

Nice property. Had a couple issues but property manager got them resolved. Communicated well.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2024
Shared from the owner: "Hi James, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our property nice and that any issues you encountered were promptly resolved by our property manager. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we deeply regret any inconvenience caused by the need for a new breaker in the north bedrooms. We understand the importance of efficient communication and swift action, especially when unexpected situations arise. Rest assured, we've taken steps to prevent similar occurrences in the future. We're grateful for your understanding and patience. As a token of our appreciation for your understanding, we'd like to offer you a discount on your next booking with us. Please reach out to Evolve, and they'll provide you with the necessary details to redeem the discount. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon for a more seamless and enjoyable stay."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family gathering

The home was amazing with beautiful views all around. The best attribute was by far the host. Jane was responsive, helpful, and went the extra mile to make our stay fantastic. I would highly recommend this property for a large group. Tons of space, beautiful views, multuiple bathrooms and a great backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2023
Matt, you just melted my heart because your gathering was a beautiful surprise for your wife! What an awesome family man! A true joy to work with
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best family Christmas ever!!

This property was absolutely perfect for my family. The layout of bedrooms, games/toys available, fully equipped kitchen, internet access, even remote access on fun driving road to get there!! One beeping smoke detector was handled immediately. My family was thrilled with the whole experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lou13

Outstanding property, beautiful house, great accommodations. I hope in the very near future access from city county street to private street get paved
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

FANTASTIC RENTAL WITH TONS OF SPACE AND PRIVACY

This rental is absolutely amazing. It has everything you will need and think of. The views are what makes this rental and the privacy from other homes around makes the whole rental. It was very clean. Evolve and the listing managers were extremely communicative. We had about 17 guests and everyone had so much room. Very spacious.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Review

Pool could have been cleaner . Drains in master bathroom drained very slow and couldn’t brush teeth without bowl trying to over flow. Over all the home was in a great area and area was Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Gorgeous house but really far and bumpy roads

The house and views were totally gorgeous! The roads to get there were awful (meaning lots of hills, no lights at night and about 2 miles of bumpy dirt road for our very expensive cars to drive down) and it was really really far from anything local to do. If you are looking for a getaway to hike or stay at the house it was great however. We did alot of things that were too far from this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

AMAZING Desert Villa Stay

Our group of 13 girls had the most amazing time here. The villa is absolutely spectacular. The views are unreal; it was the most beautiful home we have ever stayed in! It came with everything we could possibly need. You are surrounded by mountains and gorgeous views. The owner checked in with us at one point and was so sweet and caring. The drive to the house is a dirt road (getting an uber is tough but not impossible) - it was not a problem for us because we rented a truck for the weekend, and it was so much fun and made driving through the desert a breeze & enjoyable. Honestly, one of our favorite parts was the drive to the house. Granite Mtn Loop trail was the perfect hike for our group and the views are stunning. We would absolutely LOVE to go back and visit one day. Already miss it!Tip- rent the pickup truck, you won't regret it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Overall, we loved the property. It is a bit off the road, but the listing provided that detail, so all good on that front. The listing does show the property as having 6 full bathrooms and it actually has 4 full baths and 2 half baths. The code to the front door for entry as part of the check-in process was not accurate, but we were able to quickly get in touch with the property manager and after a couple of attempts, they found the correct entry code. There are several maintenance items that warrant attention, but none of those are major items. In particular, the rainfall shower head in the master bath sprays water everwhere and appears to be leaking in places that it should not. Also, for some reason the water cuts completely off while taking a shower most of the time and stays off for about 15 to 20 seconds and then it kicks back into gear and starts working again. Love the property and the value, so would recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Christmas in the Desert

Our extended family stayed in the Rio Verde Foothills over Christmas. We had four families with kids ranging from 4 to 19 and had plenty of room to be together but not be on top of each other. Every room had an amazing view. The sunrise off the back porch was breathtaking. You could easily leave the house and find a trail in the McDowell Preserve (Barb’s trail is closest). The porch and backyard were beautiful and great for the kids. The Blackstone and Grill made cooking for the large group easy. The owner was always accessible and helpful. The only slight downside is that you are about 30 minutes from the grocery, Cave Creek, etc. But it wasn’t really an issue - just something you have to accommodate. We would highly recommend this desert escape!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2022
Thank you for your review! You were 5 star guests also! I love having people make family memories at Carefree Estates! I love Barb’s trail too! It’s my retreat place to recharge! Blessings and smiles
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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