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Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Saguaro National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Pima Air and Space Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park

Near the Loop and a 4 minute drive to Saguaro National Park, our spacious, private home is perfect for the outdoor adventurist. After a day of hiking and desert exploration, relax in the spa and heated pool. Our Santa Fe style house has dedicated office space and an open floor plan, so its great for cooking meals and socializing. You’ll enjoy spectacular mountain views and breathtaking sunsets. Includes garage parking, W/D, fireplace, bbq. Located 25 minutes from downtown and the Tucson Airport.

-- The space --
Our home pays homage to the surrounding desert, with colors and objects that remind us of the amazing array of life teeming in our backyard. The house has an open floor plan with lots of light, so the rooms all flow into each other. The kitchen overlooks the living room, which makes it easy to prepare meals while interacting with other guests. The living room and primary bedroom both have Roku TVs. The living room is our cozy "rustic desert" area housing a large leather sectional with 3 recliners and a natural gas kiva style fireplace.
Bedroom 1 has a private bathroom with an amazing custom built shower and dual vanities. This bedroom, which has a king bed, is on a separate wing of the house.
Bedroom 2 has a California King bed and is our nod to the inspiring sunsets and natural beauty of the Sonoran dessert.
Bedroom 3 has a queen bed and is comfy with a traditional southwestern feel.
Bedroom 4 is a corner windowed office with a trundle bed, so it can be converted to a 2 twin bedroom.

The laundry facilities are great for extended stays and the 2.5 car garage has plenty of room for parking.

You'll likely spend much of your time in the backyard. We have a spacious lot with multiple seating/gathering areas and a stone wall around the perimeter. There's a plethora of native vegetation, such as ocotillos, saguaros, barrel cactus, prickly pear, and creosote bushes. BBQ grill is ready to go with 6 burners. The pool is great for those hot summer days. Pool heating is available for an extra $60/day (non-refundable). The spa is a great way to end the day (plan ahead - depending on the temperature, it takes 20 to 60 minutes to fully heat up).

We love our home and love our neighbors, so if you're looking to book a space for a party weekend, this place is not for you. We have zero tolerance for large, loud parties.

-- Guest access --
An access code will be sent on the morning of check-in. Parking in the 2 car garage is encouraged but there is also a large driveway available.

-- Other things to note --
Pool can be heated for an additional $60 per day to be remitted prior to arrival. Please make sure to pre-request pool to be heated as it takes up to 24 hours for it to warm to temperature. No refunds for this option.

No pets allowed
No smoking
No parties
Must be 25 or older to book the property

Arizona is full of wildlife, including insects. Although we hire pest control service to keep bugs from getting in, please keep doors closed to help keep them outside.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Saguaro National Park. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Saguaro National Park and 11 minutes from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Matt Cramer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,481 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Ocotillo House: Gateway to Saguaro National Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Spot for a Tucson Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay!! The place was very comfortable and spacious. All the amenities were right on point. Host were awesome to work with. When we come back next year we will definitely be staying at the Ocotillo house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent House near Saguaro park
Well managed, clean and spacious property. We enjoyed our stay. Very close to saguaro East park entrance. Relatively quiet despite being close to major road.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmet B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Perfect get away for three generations. When a problem did come up Matt responded quickly with clean communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

S B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short trip
Loved our time in S AZ! We hiked Coronado, biked Saguaro ate wonderfully around Tucson. The house is beautifully laid out, we were all comfortable for our time here - grateful we had the space to come back to every evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R., Littleton, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Tucson
Really nice property, secluded but very close to shops and everywhere we needed to be
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion at Ocotillo House
We utilized the house for a family reunion. The house and yard were perfect with plenty of room and seating! The host was easily accessible throughout our stay. It was only moments away from hiking, biking and shopping. I definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Perfect place for our family get together. We loved the pool and hot tub and the home was spacious and comfortable. So many extras included. We will stay again for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet F., Camarillo,California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Tucson House
We loved our stay at Ocotillo House. The home is very clean and spacious. We enjoyed the pool and outdoor areas which were clean and had shaded areas to sit. The location is close to restaurants and groceries. The owners, Matt and Clint checked in with us to make sure everything was ok. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocotillo Awesome
Great house and yard, and extremely responsive hosts. Especially good location if you plan to visit the East half of Saguaro National Park (or the other open spaces East of Tucson - Tanque Verde Falls is amazing when there's water in it). Had a little more street noise than we anticipated, but this was a minor issue. I've stayed in a lot of VRBOs and this is a great house with great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Knoxville,Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home! Even better than the pictures !
Beautifully decorated home with tons of space! This home makes relaxing easy! We used the pool and hot tub multiple times a day. This home has everything you could possibly need. The guide they provide of the area was our key to finding the best food. Our kids didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family stay
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G., Maple Valley, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House in the Perfect Location!
We had an absolutely perfect stay at the Ocotillo House. We are from the Seattle area and wanted to see actual sun and be in some warm weather and this place was ideal. The house is bigger than it seems in photos and really clean and well stocked. Everything you could think of was provided. The pool and spa and backyard were amazing. We spent most of our time out there. I really can't say enough about how great this place was. The owners are super responsive and I appreciated that. We'd love to come back here next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Midwest meets Ocotillo House
All visiting guests were from MN & OH, many who had not been to Tucson before this trip. The home made us feel welcome and comfortable right from the start. The owners were very helpful in making our vacation a brief but spectacular moment(s). We would definitely be willing to book again, if we get back to the Tucson area. Thanks to Matt & Clint for making their place available.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Beautiful desert property! We made good use of the heated pool/spa. Loved all the outdoor sitting nooks. The spacious back porch and open floor plan suited our crew of 6. We had such a good time together: there were comfortable spaces indoors and out, so togetherness and aloneness were equally possible. Hosts were always available and never intrusive! 😊 Thank you Matt and Clint
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson in December
Very nice house as described in listing. Close to hiking trails and National Park which is a plus. Communication with host was excellent. Would definitely return and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectation
Beautiful home, spacious, well decorated, well stocked, clean. The patio and pool deck are so relaxing. Beds are comfortable, roomy and lots of closet space. We were in Tucson for a lacrosse tournament, the whole family came and this home fit us well. The pool and spa were very relaxing. Any questions we had were addressed immediately and Matt always had the solution. We’d come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay at Ocotillo House!
We absolutely loved our stay! The house is so comfortable, we loved the layout. I actually enjoyed working in the office space. The master bath was pure luxury. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. More than enough pool towels, super comfortable patio and a pool we couldn’t get enough of. Beautiful sunsets every night. Love the location close to Saguaro NP East and 15 minutes to downtown. We hope to stay again soon. Matt and Clint are wonderful hosts and a pleasure to deal with! Thanks guys!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Desert Oasis
Loved staying at the Ocotillo House! The house was well appointed and had lots of great spaces to relax. The backyard patio was wonderful for morning coffee and bird watching and the sunsets from the pool area were beautiful! Communication with the hosts could not have been better. We loved our “home away from home”.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arizona Stay
Great location and amenities. We had a great first time family trip to Arizona and would certainly recommend considering this property. Owner was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson desert villa
Perfect desert casa for three generations of family. Beautiful living areas, pool and spa, comfy beds, and lovely desert landscaping. So close to everything- restaurants, grocery stores, saguaro national park is 3 miles away. Loved our time at Ocotillo House !
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property and Fantastic Host
The house was perfect for my family of 6. House was very clean and had all the items you would need. Pool and hot tub was the favorite spot for my family. Matt and Clint were very responsive and checked in with me several times during our stay to make sure everything was ok and if we needed anything. I would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Inside and Out!
My family and I stayed in Tucson for a wedding and I was in charge of booking a house to stay. Everyone was more than pleased with the house! It had everything we needed and wanted. Beautiful minimalistic decorations, plenty of space and all the comforts of home! But the outdoor space is a dream. Hot tub, pool, shaded lounging areas well as breath taking views! Clint and Matt were available to answer any questions in a very timely manner. Look no further and book The Ocotillo House- you won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Really enjoyed this property. Great entertaining house with the pool and hot tub, and plenty of room for the 7 of us. Communication with the owner was great as well. They responded quickly and were always available to help if needed. Overall would definitely recommend and will probably be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022