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A Hidden Treasure in a "Secret Valley"

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Reach out and touch the Catalina Mountains.
Pool
Front door entrance leading to a beautiful patio and walkway
The gourmet's kitchen
Huge antique Teak farm table that sits 10 people

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Catalina State Park
    ‪31 min walk‬
  • Sabino Canyon
  • Mt Lemmon Ski Valley
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Hidden Treasure in a "Secret Valley"

Welcome to Ranchita Mystica. This new vacation rental is truly a hidden treasure in a " Secret Valley". Offering a private gated contemporary Spanish Mission style casa with 3600 sq ft of living space. Beautifully placed on two acres of mature mesquite trees and non stop "reach out and touch" Catalina Mountain views from each room. The house was designed by a highly respected Tucson architect as a one of a kind home and as a labor of love.The property is exquisitely secluded yet only minutes away from shopping, dining and entertainment. Hundreds of acres of biking, hiking , and equestrian trails are right out the back door.There a five quality golf courses within twenty minutes away. The area is an adventurer's dream spot . A variety of animals and birds are daily sightings. You can relax as you count your blessings and enjoy the tranquility of the clear night sky. Take a look through the telescope and be inspired as you view the clusters of stars. Shooting stars are a common occurrence .
The average temperatures are a comfortable eight degrees cooler than Tucson proper.
Enjoy the 36x18 ft salt water pool, the large hot tub that I'd set.st 102 degrees ,the outside kitchen, and the huge fire pit. The interior of the house consists of : A professional kitchen that will delight the chef in you. A huge living room/dinning room with twenty ft beams , a massive stone fireplace, and plenty of comfortable furniture. There are three bedrooms and a meditation room that can second as an additional bedroom. The master suite has a full bathroom , king mattress and private veranda. The second and third bedrooms have queen mattresses, a shared bathroom . Additional beds can be placed in any of the bedrooms. Each bedroom has a flat screen smart TV with wireless internet. The icing on the cake is that the house has a 350 sq ft finished basement that has been converted into a professional home theater. The garage can not be used . The owner has his vehicles and personal property stored in it.
You will be guaranteed your privacy but also will be assured that the owner and property manager will be readily available to make your stay at Ranchita Mystica as comfortable as possible.
Well behaved pets are welcomed.
There is no additional fee for the.usenof the 102 degree hot tubz
There isn't any adittional fee for the use of the heated salt water swimming pool from May-Sept
There is an adittional $75 day charge for the pool to be set at a water temperature of 82 degrees
degrees from Oct 1-May 1
This charge is a necessity because the pool costs me over $100 pr day to heat with propane . Thank you in advance for understanding this
extra charge

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 28
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 in the mood for shopping can visit Oro Valley Marketplace and La Encantada. Catalina Neighborhood Park and Oro Valley Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, ecotours and rock climbing nearby.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Oro Valley Marketplace - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • El Conquistador Golf Course - 22 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Biosphere 2 - 33 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Tucson Mall - 35 min drive - 34.8 km
  • University of Arizona - 42 min drive - 41.9 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 36 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪It's Greek to Me - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunny Side Up Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alonzo's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Gaslight Music Hall - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Hidden Treasure in a "Secret Valley" have a pool?

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

Is A Hidden Treasure in a "Secret Valley" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is A Hidden Treasure in a "Secret Valley" located?

Located in Catalina, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Catalina State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pusch Ridge Wilderness and Sierra Tucson. Catalina Neighborhood Park and Upper Cañada del Oro are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Neil Madow

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Languages:

English, Spanish