10/10 Excellent
Daniel G.
26 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daniel G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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The Modern Desert Guesthouse
Holiday home in Tucson with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 348.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tucson, AZ
- Place, 4th Avenue3 min drive
- Place, St. Phillips Plaza4 min drive
- Place, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack5 min drive
- Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
The Modern Desert Guesthouse
Discover a stunning, architect-designed guesthouse - a private modern retreat where creativity & tranquility meet in the heart of the Sonoran Desert.
Located just 10 minutes from prime Tucson destinations - U of A, Historic 4th Ave, downtown’s vibrant scene & award-winning restaurants, this guesthouse blends contemporary design w/desert serenity. Surrounded by vibrant cacti, mesquite, & palo verde trees, your stay is framed by golden-pink sunsets & peaceful desert views.
This modern desert alcove is filled with natural light & smart, multifunctional spaces. A floor-to-ceiling glass door opens the inviting living room to a serene courtyard patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The upscale kitchen offers a new refrigerator, induction cooktop, & all essentials. Enjoy a spa-inspired bathroom with rainfall shower & outdoor option, fast Wi-Fi, workspace & a cozy queen bed for restful nights.
The guesthouse has it's own parking with an automatic security gate, private entrance, enclosed yard & patio, partitioned from the main house.
Located just 10 minutes from prime Tucson destinations - U of A, Historic 4th Ave, downtown’s vibrant scene & award-winning restaurants, this guesthouse blends contemporary design w/desert serenity. Surrounded by vibrant cacti, mesquite, & palo verde trees, your stay is framed by golden-pink sunsets & peaceful desert views.
This modern desert alcove is filled with natural light & smart, multifunctional spaces. A floor-to-ceiling glass door opens the inviting living room to a serene courtyard patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The upscale kitchen offers a new refrigerator, induction cooktop, & all essentials. Enjoy a spa-inspired bathroom with rainfall shower & outdoor option, fast Wi-Fi, workspace & a cozy queen bed for restful nights.
The guesthouse has it's own parking with an automatic security gate, private entrance, enclosed yard & patio, partitioned from the main house.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Approval required before booking.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Tucson
Tucson is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Kino Sports Complex.
Check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center, and consider making time for Pima Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- Frankling Auto Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- 4th Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- St. Phillips Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- FoodInRoot Farmers' Markets - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Rillito Park Horse Racetrack - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 16 min walk
- McDonald's - 15 min walk
- Marios Pizza Tucson - 17 min walk
- Clicks Billiards & Sports Bar Tucson - 13 min walk
- Kintoki Sushi House & Bar - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Shannon Glesinger
Why they chose this property
Our quiet, safe neighborhood is nestled in central Tucson. The street is unpaved but accessible to all vehicles.
What makes this property unique
This modern desert alcove is filled with natural light & smart, multifunctional spaces. A floor-to-ceiling glass door opens the inviting living room to a serene courtyard patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The upscale kitchen offers a new refrigerator, induction cooktop, & all essentials. Enjoy a spa-inspired bathroom with rainfall shower & outdoor option, fast Wi-Fi, workspace & a cozy queen bed for restful nights
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