♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool
Experience MockingJay Villa — A Desert Oasis in Scottsdale’s Prestigious Cactus Corridor.
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Nestled in the heart of the Cactus Corridor, MockingJay Villa blends refined elegance with modern comfort. This extraordinary villa offers resort-style outdoor living, sophisticated interiors, and every amenity you could want for an unforgettable Scottsdale escape.
Highlights
❥ Resort-Style Pool & Outdoor Fun – Lounge beside the 60,000-gallon pool, glide down the water slide, or challenge friends to pickleball, basketball, mini-golf, ping pong, or foosball. Indoors, unwind in the game room with a full-size pool table.
❥ Lavish outdoor fireplace surrounded by plush lounge seating — perfect for evening cocktails and conversation under the desert sky.
❥ Chef’s Dream Kitchen – Cook (or be cooked for) in a gourmet kitchen featuring a Wolf stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a complete suite of premium cookware and appliances.
❥ Work & Relax Seamlessly – High-speed Wi-Fi in every room and dedicated workspaces allow you to stay productive while surrounded by luxury.
❥ Professionally Designed Interiors – Every space is styled for tranquility, with high-end finishes, plush furnishings, and curated artwork throughout.
❥ Lush, Private Grounds – Beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces create a serene setting to gather, dine, and make lifelong memories under the Arizona sun.
Location
Everything you need for an extraordinary Scottsdale stay is just minutes away:
❥ 4 min → Taliesin West ❥ 8 min → Kierland Commons ❥ 10–15 min → Top golf courses (McDowell Mountain, Grayhawk, Starfire, Phoenician) ❥ 12 min → Old Town Scottsdale & Mayo Clinic ❥ 20 min → Downtown Phoenix ❥ 7 min → Scottsdale Airport | 25 min → Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Home Layout
❥ Expansive single-level design with open-concept living, dining, and entertainment areas ❥ Indoor game room featuring pool table and large-screen TV ❥ Gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar and adjacent dining room for 10 ❥ Multiple outdoor living zones, including resort-style pool deck, firepit lounge, and covered patio dining
Bedroom Layout
❥ Primary Bedroom Suite: King bed, double twin trundle, en-suite bath, cable TV ❥ Bedroom 2: King bed, Internet TV, en-suite bath ❥ Bedroom 3: King bed, Internet TV, en-suite bath ❥ Bedroom 4: King bed, Internet TV, Jack-and-Jill bath shared with Bedroom 5 ❥ Bedroom 5: King bed, Internet TV, Jack-and-Jill bath shared with Bedroom 4
Additional Details
❥ We welcome your pups with a $395 per stay fee.
❥ Pool and Spa heating is available in the winter months for $249/day (please note only one body of water may be heated at a time).
❥ Privacy: Enjoy exclusive access to the entire property through a private entrance with on-site parking.
❥ Community Standards: To preserve the peaceful atmosphere of our neighborhood, smoking, parties, and loud events are strictly prohibited and will result in a fine.
❥ Maintenance: Our discreet grounds staff may visit during your stay to keep the property pristine.
❥ Home Comforts: This is a private home versus a hotel. While occasional issues may arise, our friendly local team is always ready to assist promptly.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Minimum age 35 to book - ID checked
Number of guests must match number booked
No parties or social events cancel without refund
$2500 smoking fine
Important information
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Property Registration Number 21403678
Property # 2375268vb
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
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Scottsdale
Located in Central Scottsdale, a neighbourhood in Scottsdale, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near a water park. Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Fashion Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Camelback Mountain and Desert Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Mountain View Park, or check out an event or a game at Westworld of Scottsdale. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Scottsdale Ranch Park Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Westworld of Scottsdale - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
Mountain View Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
TPC Scottsdale Champions Course - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Circle K - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Goldie's Neighborhood Sports Cafe - 4 min drive
Eggstasy - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool on 17 July 2026 start from AU$1,371, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ♥ Idyllic Desert Oasis ♥ Resort-style Amenities ♥ Opulent Private Villa w/ Pool located?
This family-friendly Scottsdale holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Scottsdale Ranch Park and McDowell Mountain Golf Club. Mountain View Park and Butterfly Wonderland are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Stayed there for a golf trip with a couple buddies. House is fantastic, the pictures are spot on, pool is clean. Would highly recommend.
Jason G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2026
Thank you so much jason for your five stars!! We are so happy you enjoyed the home and found it perfect for your golf buddy getaway. We are glad you felt the whole house was fantastic and the pool was wonderful and clean. We love our repeat guests - come back and see us again next year!
Perfect house for families! The back yard is an oasis, and we spent all our time outdoors.
Chris M.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thanks so much Chris for rating the house as perfect for families with five stars across the board. We’re so please you spent all your time in the outdoor oasis. Welcome back any time!
Great Home, exactly as advertised, hosts very responsive! We would for sure stay here again.
Kristin S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2025
Thank you Kristin for your five star review. We are so pleased that you loved the home and found it exactly as advertised. We’re thrilled that you will come back and stay again. See you soon!
Incredible Experience!Everything about this villa was beautiful, peaceful, and perfectly maintained.We loved relaxing by the pool and soaking up the Arizona sun it was exactly what we needed.The villa was stunning, spotless, and exactly as pictured. The pool and outdoor area truly felt like a private resort.
Super high quality finishings in a spacious and comfortable home. We were stunned at how this home made a great backdrop for our family and friends getaway
This house was amazing. We had 3 adults, an infant and a 7 year old. There was something for everyone to do. House was very clean, grounds were well kept, the house was well stocked and the furniture was all very comfortable. The listing is 100% accurate. Will stay here again when we are in town!
Courtney P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you so kindly for your beautiful review. We're so happy everyone all ages found something to do and that you enjoyed a well stocked, super clean home. We're also pleased you feel the listing is 100% accurate on all the details and photos. Thank you for staying and warm welcome back any time!
My dates were not adjusted on VRBO site for check-in, so I was not sure if I had a hotel room or not. I was told that the pool and hot tub were heated. I was later notified that that was at an extra charge, which I didn't know about. Loud noise in shower that kept awake while sleeping, pool lights did not work, so no swimming at night. Ants in the sink. Only one roll of extra toilet paper in the house. Backyard lights did not work. Many landscaping lights did not work. Pool heater sensor was in accurate, even after I spoke with pool person that came to visit. I asked for refund for heated pool given all of the issues we had with the house, no response was given.
Ann N.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2026
Dear Ann, we are so sorry about your experience. We are five stars only and run around like crazy to fix anything amiss. Unfortunately you did not share any complaints during your stay and instead wrote long after you checked out asking for a refund or poor review. We do not buy reviews I'm afraid. We've got a full team at the ready 24/7 and would have thoroughly followed up on any issue rapidly. We have orkin on double duty service every week year round, they found nothing, but we added extra checks anyway. I personally wrote to you about your check in dates so we do know that you were well aware that we accomodated your early arrival very nicely. You wrote me back, you certainly knew of it. The pool heat fee is listed on vrbo at time of booking. I understand you wanted it free and are upset. We have 200 rolls of toilet paper in the closet. Extras are also under the sinks every bathroom. Our lighting systems are double redundant and solar - there are hundreds, all working. Nevertheless we cringe to see a poor review and do deeply apologize. Rest assured all items have been triple checked and everything is running perfectly.
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. The amenities are as described and the backyard is great or all ages. Thank you for hosting us!
Nicole T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2024
Thanks so much for your beautiful five star review. We are so happy your group of all ages could enjoy all the outdoor fun. We are pleased you found the home beautifully done and welcome you back any time.
Beautiful house, clean and modern, great pool, swim up bar, and backyard space. Great for a gathering with friends and close to Old Town fun!
Alexis W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Thanks so much for your wonderful five star review. We're so happy you could enjoy the pool, swim up bar and sprawling backyard space. Happy you enjoyed close to Old Town location. We welcome you back any time.
Our three-generation family was looking for a place with lots of onsite fun, and this house absolutely delivered! Very nice inside, comfortable eating, lounging and sleeping, and nonstop activities. The pool, putting green, and pool table were in use just about every minute we weren't asleep. We were there a week, and the kids were really disappointed to have to go home. Thank you!!!
John A. F. S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
Dear John, thanks so much for your glowing five star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed the outdoor entertainment non stop during your stay. We're happy you enjoyed the putting green, pool and pool table so much and found the indoors lovely and comfortable with lots of space. We're glad to hear you didn't want to leave at the end of your stay. We welcome you back warmly any time!
Terrific stay at a gorgeous property that was all luxury and comfort
We had such a terrific stay at this gorgeous property. The interior was all luxury and comfort. We enjoyed the pool table, super comfortable bedrooms and the grand dining room for our large family. The exterior kept us all consumed in activities, we decided to stay in because it was so nice to just be at the property. The pool is really special, it's very large with tiki torches for night swimming. There was pickleball and wine by the outdoor fireplace. This was a wonderful time thanks to this home. The host was really friendly and accommodating. They are buttoned up, the house was like checking into a five star resort but with a ton of space. We felt at home right away, it's a ten out of ten.
Great house and yard, with so many amenities! A few small complaints, though, hand soap was ridiculously unusable (overly watered down) so we bought some. One bed was so squeaky nobody wanted to use it (right off the Jack & Jill bathroom) The fusball table needs to be replaced, it was really rickety and borderline broken. We had to contact the Ben about several things and even though he was very responsive, it was annoying and time consuming with pool slide issues, hot tub and pool heating concerns (warning: if you pay for the heated pool, know that it only heats to about 80 degrees and only until 4pm, and the hot tub doesn’t get very hot and only hears from 6-10pm- they share the same heater and have to take turns heating), showers were challenging because everyone was competing for hot water with just one water heater for the whole house. Night lights for the stairs weren’t working and we had several close calls and one person did fall down the steps going to a bedroom. I’ve contacted Ben about this, hopefully they can get it fixed soon. Also, it would be nice to have every light switch labeled, because there’s like 150 switches and it’s impossible to know which work or are connected to which light. Some are labeled, but all would be nice. The front door is also really warped and the lock seems not very secure. There were no hot pads for cooking so we bought some no lighters but Ben sent some.We did enjoy our stay here overall and it’s a great location, fun house and yard.
K J.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2026
Dear K, We're happy you thought the house and amenities were great. And we are so sorry that you found anything less than perfect. We have throughoghly investigated all the items and replaced anything you mentioned. We've ensured the slide is working tip top and perfectly. The hot tub is at 104 and working. There are night lights by the stairs and all other rooms for evening - great suggestion. Thank you for taking so much time to write detailed feedback, we really appreciate it and have addressed every single item.
This place definitely has the “wow” factor that we were looking for to celebrate our daughter’s graduation! Huge, beautiful house and pool with lots of yard games. A couple notes for parents of smaller kids ..- the deep part of the pool is around 8’ and the slide going into that part is a “high thrill” which ends about 2’ above the water. - about half the pool is 4’ or less- the floors are marble and slippery when wet and there are a number of places in the house with 3-4 step stairs (our 5 yr old fell down the steps in one spot)- the master bedroom suite is AMAZING and also on the opposite side of the house from the rest of the bedrooms (for better or worse, depending if you want to be close to your kids). There is a twin size bed, crib, and pack & play available in the master suite in addition to the queen size bed. Overall we really enjoyed our stay including playing foosball, ping pong, pool, basketball, and golf.
Karen H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
Thanks so much Karen for your glowing review. Glad you enjoyed the home for your big graduation event with family.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brad W.
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Needs work
This property looks good in the pictures but doesn't quite live up to the billing. There is a fair amount of deferred maintenance owed, in our case, the ice maker, dish washer and pool heat did not work. The house was not as clean as we would have preferred.
Brad W.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2025
Unfortunately this guest wanted to cancel before they arrived and were angry about having to stay or pay a cancel fee. They reported a slew of issues that did not exist to get out of paying. It’s sad but it happens sometimes. We don’t engage in buying reviews. All items listed were followed up on and the home is in perfect order with everything working.
What a phenomenal estate! This home has the best of everything, so many amazing outdoor things to do, and stunning design inside and outside. There is an enormous hot tub by tiki torch, outdoor seating for the whole family, bbq, swing chairs, putt putt, oh my what doesn't this house have? It is a huge gorgeous property with lighted pickle ball, table tennis, foos-ball. Inside there is pool, two family rooms, so many TVs, 2 dining areas, completely luxurious bedrooms. This place is the full on compound, the celebrity estate and whatever floats your boat house. It is amazing! So grateful we could enjoy this for our 10th anniversary family trip. It was the best of everything.
Ben M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
We are so happy for your five star glowing review and all your wonderful comments around the hot tub by tiki torch, outdoor seating, golf and the luxury pool. We're so happy your whole family was fully entertained with the indoor pool room and game room. You are very welcome back any time - we love our regular guests!
We stayed at this property with some friends and families during March Break. There were three sports families, including five adults, three 14-year old girls who play soccer together, and two 12-year old boys who play baseball and other sports. The kids had an amazing time in the pool and playing table tennis and basketball. They were occupied constantly, which made things relaxing and peaceful for the parents. The setup of the house was great. The three girls stayed together in the master bedroom (with separate sitting area, massive walk-in closet and massive ensuite) and had their own private wing of the house for the week. The other four rooms were all king beds with heavy/solid doors - two had ensuites and the other two rooms were connected via a large, shared bathroom and shower area.
The kitchen was well stocked and the location of things was labeled pretty well (to know where everything goes once washed). There was a fancy coffee maker - not being a big coffee drinker, it was lost on me, but the others spoke highly of it.
There was a small glitch when we arrived at the property. The door entry code was wrong. A quick call to Ben resolved the issue and we were in within 2 minutes.
The area was very quiet, yet close to anything that mattered (2-12 min to grocery stores, Target, Costco, etc for supplies). It was very relaxing to go out in the hot tub in the morning, or just sit in the back yard, and listen to the birds. Overall, a great trip and great property!
Sean S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2024
Thanks so much Sean for your fabulous review and five stars across the board. We're so happy you enjoyed the spacious home and loved the outdoor pickleball, pool and hot tub. We're thrilled you had a wonderful vacation and we welcome you back any time.
About the host
Hosted by tate
World traveler and dog lover! I love to travel and love to provide luxury and healthy high design spaces that have meaning for fellow travelers. I am an animal lover and pups are most welcome in all of my spaces! I am a foodie, rider, skier and all around high energy curious person. I love learning about new places, having new experiences, and being thrown into an exciting journey.
Why they chose this property
The Sonoran Desert on your doorstep and Scottdale’s Old Town a stone’s throw away, yet MockingJay has so much to offer that you could be forgiven for not leaving the property during your stay.
What makes this property unique
Elegant interiors and a beautifully designed outdoor space, which play host to every amenity you could wish for. Whether you want to relax by the pool, soaking up the Arizona sun, or play pool in our games room, there’s something to suit every taste.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests