Blue Desert Inn~Family Haven near ASU/Airport

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6117.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

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Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University
‪19 min walk‬
Tempe Town Lake
‪5 min drive‬
Tempe Beach Park
‪6 min drive‬
Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Blue Desert Inn!

Come stay at our charming and spacious, newly remodeled home, right in the heart of Tempe. We are 10 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport, downtown Tempe, and ASU.

Old Town Scottsdale, fantastic golf courses, hiking trails, and spring training grounds for the Cubs and Angels are also just minutes away.

For bookings longer than 28 days, please message us for greater discounts and details!

We offer a relaxing atmosphere and comfortable rooms in a safe & quiet neighborhood that is great for families.

If you're a homebody, no problem. Enjoy an array of board and card games, the cozy fire pit, and play some corn hole, disc golf, or bocce. Or just kick back and watch some TV! Plenty to do in the house and nearby for the intro or extrovert.

Meyer Park includes a recently remodeled playground, baseball field, and large open space located within a 3-minute walk from the home. Perfect for walking the dog or letting the kids get out their energy!

Included in this space:

-desk & ergonomic chair
-smart TVs
-fast WiFi
-coffee station with decaf & tea
-electric kettle
-Instant Pot
-slow cooker
-BBQ
-Variety of board games & kid books for all ages
-Mega Blocks for the little ones
-luggage racks
-Arlo Video Doorbell (Located next to the front door and covers the front of the carport area.)
- Pack & play and highchair available upon request

This property can accommodate 6 guests but, if you need to find lodging for more, we own one other vacation rental also in Tempe- VRBO #3094651, Four Queens Inn~No Cleaning Fee~Near ASU & Airport also sleeps 6 guests and has a pool. They are 10 minutes away from each other.

My wife and I have been locals our entire lives so if you need any recommendations, please feel free to ask us!

We hope to host you soon, book today!

Cheers,
Neven & Kirsten
Rental License #: STR-000071

Property manager

Neven and Kirsten

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English

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BBQ or enjoy a glass of wine out on the large private patio area w/ party lights

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

• No unregistered guests allowed. • The host bears no responsibility for any accident, injury, or illness that you may sustain during your stay.

• Provide a government-issued picture ID if requested. • No illegal substances are allowed on the premises.

• Smoking, including vaping, is NOT allowed in the home. Marijuana is to be kept outside of the house at all times. There is a $250.00 cleaning fee.

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

Property Registration Number STR-22-00173

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Tempe

Located in Tempe, this holiday home is in the city centre. Arizona Mills Mall 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 Tempe Town Lake and Camelback Mountain. Travelling with kids? Make time for Phoenix Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Chase Field. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and rock climbing.

Tempe, AZ

What's nearby

Arizona State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Mountain America Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Tempe Town Lake - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Arizona Mills Mall - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
Tempe Beach Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

McClintock D - Apache Station - 3 min drive
Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Panda Express - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Desert Inn~Family Haven near ASU/Airport pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Blue Desert Inn~Family Haven near ASU/Airport?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Desert Inn~Family Haven near ASU/Airport?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Desert Inn~Family Haven near ASU/Airport located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Arizona State University, Desert Arboretum Park and Tempe Marketplace. Mill Avenue District and Mill Ave are also within 3 miles (5 km). McClintock D - Apache Station is 23 minutes by foot and Rural Rd - Apache Blvd Tram Stop is 29 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

19 Apr 2025

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

Tempe Getaway

Met some girlfriends for a week of music, hikes, nature and back yard fun! Great house. Cute, good location and all the amenities. Good times in Tempe!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kris M.

11 Mar 2025

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

Great place

Clean place. Worked well for our group

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

27 Feb 2025

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

Great House

I can’t say enough great things about this house. My husband and I brought our mothers to see our ASU student. House was close to campus, spotless, and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed the back yard and the grilling dinner each evening. Would definitely recommend. Also, I have stayed at many VRBOS and have never had one so well stocked with EXTRA paper products and trash bags.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

6 Oct 2024

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

Great house and great location

Stayed here for ASU parents weekend and the house was the perfect location. Close to all ASU activities. House had a nice living and outdoor door area and was very clean and well equipped. Internet is a bit slow so wasn’t optimal for working a lot but was enough to get by for a long weekend. Host communications were excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca s.

22 May 2024

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

Best ever

this place was great. It had everything we needed outside of food to start out with. So nice not to have to rush store. The rooms were clean and beds comfortable. Wanted to bring back a pillow it was so nice.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

30 Apr 2024

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

Hygge House Was Perfect!

I rented this house to be close to my 50-year high school reunion events. I shared it with my sister and a friend from MN. The house was perfect for us! Really clean and well-appointed with everything from a Brita in the fridge to shampoo and soap in the showers, to extra towels, to corn hole, Frisbee golf in the back yard! and more. The kitchen had everything we needed and there were plenty of spices as well. It was quiet at night and the back patio was a perfect place for morning coffee. Best of all the location in Tempe was close to everything including the airport. I would most definitely rent this house again!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharla V.

16 Apr 2024

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

Cute escape

Great location, very convenient to ASU. House had well stocked kitchen and fun backyard. Hosts were very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

26 Mar 2024

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

Great Get-Away in Tempe

We enjoyed our 1 month stay at this home in a quiet Tempe neighborhood. The house was clean, comfortable and well stocked with everything we needed. I will say it was the best VRBO rental we have stayed in for kitchen utensils and coffee beans provided. We really liked the totally enclosed backyard for our dog and we used the grill and fire pit and the nice patio. This house is on the free Orbit bus line so we were able to hop on and get to the Tempe Art fair and avoid parking hassles. We could easily walk to Meyer Park which was a nice place to take the dog. Overall, the location was good for getting to Scottsdale and Phoenix, in spite of a lot of traffic. The owners of the house were easily accessible and we would gladly stay at this house again.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent I.

11 Feb 2024

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

Phoenix Open

We came for the Waste Management Tournament at TPC Scottsdale but this spot ended up being the hidden gem of the trip. Easy access to all parts of town with shopping, food, and golf courses only a short drive away

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

26 Nov 2023

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

Beautiful home in great location!

Goodness, this home was lovely and perfect for our needs. We had a wonderful thanksgiving week with our Sun Devil. It was the best stocked VRBO house we’ve ever stayed in. They had everything we needed available.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nattalie M.

11 Oct 2023

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

AZ quick trip

This home was located right in the middle of everything we did!! Made for easy access and was ver enjoyable. Definitely recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W.

19 Sept 2023

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

Great Place

Nicer than the pictures! Clean, smelled nice, all the amenities and coffee. Fantastic communication with the owners. Easy access into the house. Comfy beds and living area. Just a wonderful place that we would highly recommend. My daughter's dog loved it too!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

14 May 2023

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

Nice stay

Great property. They have everything you need. Very nice. Thank You

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

James T.

13 Apr 2023

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

Easter family time

We love that this property is a five minute drive from our six grandchildren. When they come to visit, they love the backyard! Wonderful place to stay in Tempe.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

23 Mar 2023

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

Wonderful

House was clean, furnishings were in great condition, location was convenient for our plans, yard and games were an extra advantage Would stay there again

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Chicago

27 Feb 2023

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

Great hosts!

They were super responsive and made sure our stay was great. Very comfortable beds!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet J., Wichita Ks

22 Feb 2023

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

Lovely stay in Tempe

Very nice house and back yard! The kitchen is very well equipped and beautiful. The living room is very inviting and comfortable. Lots of closet space. Plenty of hot water. Excellent heating and air conditioning system. Sliding glass door from dining room to the backyard. The backyard is perfect for dogs or children. Our dogs loved the backyard. The hosts Neven and Kirsten responded very quickly to answer questions. We truly appreciated them. Neven even added some extra security to a yard gate for our dogs. Some nice restaurants in the area are US Egg, Thirsty Lion and King’s Fish House and Top of the Rock. Great experience overall.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Jan 2023

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

Outstanding house in a excellent location

Great location in a quiet neighborhood. House is completely stocked with everything you would need for a short term stay. Excellent communication with the hosts before, during, and after our stay. Keyless entry enabled easy check in even with a very late arrival.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

23 Dec 2022

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

Spacious, beautiful home

This house was lovely and clean with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The yard is large and private. Overall a great place to spend time!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlene T., Eckert

24 Oct 2022

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

FabuTempe house

Very nice quite neighborhood. Very safe for single travelers. Every thing you need to be comfortable. If ever in Tempe again I will definitely book this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T.

17 Oct 2022

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

Family Visit

Great location to visit family who live in Tempe. We spent time with a new grandson and the other grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed the backyard and all of the games and toys inside the house. House and yard were clean and we would definitely stay again when we return for another visit!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edwin C.

25 May 2022

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

Wedding guest

Great location, quiet neighborhood. Easy access to shopping, freeways, and entertainment. Everything worked well. Fully supplied with everything needed.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

15 May 2022

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

The house was amazing! It had great bedrooms and great space for relaxing.

We had a great time staying here. Great games in the backyard. Thank you again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisha F.

10 May 2022

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

Great Family Accomodations

The property was as lovely as it looks in the advertisement. The hosts had everything we needed - plenty of clean towels, great kitchen for cooking breakfast or other meals, coffee, great TV selections, and fun games out back. Very nice - would definitely stay here again if we are back in town.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S., Huntington Beach, Calif.

26 Apr 2022

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

Perfect Tempe Spot

Just returned from a week at this charming property. We have visited the area many times, and this is one of our top choices now. Everything as advertised! Excellent communication with owners. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Neven and Kirsten

I was born and raised in the Phoenix valley. I have been practicing real estate for the past 20 years here helping people buy, sell and acquire rental properties and homes.
Hosting my home allows me to create a new lifestyle for my family and pursue our dream of entrepreneurship and financial independence.

My family and I try to spend the summers in Croatia and Denmark to visit family, but we enjoy visiting new places. Portugal and Spain are next on the list.

Why they chose this property

Tempe is a fantastic city that offers many sports and leisure events. A hot spot of activity that is centrally located with many neighboring city centers within 10-15 minutes such as Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, and Gilbert.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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Bedroom 2

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2 bathrooms

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