STUNNING ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY, PETS YES, DWTN GUESTHOUSE, IN HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD

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Tucked behind the owner's historic 1920s bungalow sits your contemporary retreat

a view from the great room into the contemporary dining and kitchen

Easy, open floor plan, with cool concrete floors and original art

Overview
Amenities
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Location
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1 bedroomSleeps 4149 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Check out the area

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix Convention Center4 min drive
Talking Stick Resort Arena4 min drive
Chase Field4 min drive
Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This 1600 square foot, smoke-free guesthouse is tucked behind the main 1924 residence in the Los Olivos Historic District in central Phoenix. The guesthouse is hidden in the latest historic district added to the Phoenix register. The Los Olivos district, though tiny, includes 16 houses built on acre lots in the 1910's and 1920's, and is one of downtown's most elite neighborhoods. Enjoy uptown freedom and downtown convenience. The strengths of this rental are design, location and privacy. This spacious setting accommodates 4 comfortably.

The interior was designed for a sleek, simple, open feel. The sports and cultural offerings of downtown Phoenix are less than two miles away. The central location puts any of the valley’s 200+ golf courses within easy reach.

This newly constructed guesthouse features upscale, artistic, design throughout - a true labor of love by the owner. The kitchen has granite counters with stainless steel accents and includes high-end appliances. The floors are a cool scored concrete. Nine to fifteen foot-vaulted ceilings provide a free, open ambiance. Both the great room and the bedroom have floor to ceiling granite fireplaces, flat screen HD LED LCD TV’s (55' in Great Room and 43' in bedroom) with 900 channel digital cable (all premium channels included), WiFi, DVD player. A workstation, for those working remotely is available. Tall French doors open out to the private retreat patio where the grounds are professionally landscaped amongst grand, mature pecan trees and offer uncommon shade and greenery. Browse the Library for a good read or a foreign DVD.

A 360 square foot workout room with stair climber, elliptical trainer, treadmill, free weights, Universal Weight Machine, yoga mats, hula hoops, jump ropes and color TV, leaves no excuse not to embark on that fitness program.

A street scape of palm and olive trees lends a cool, green feeling to a desert city. Within walking distance are a major supermarket, fresh bagels, Starbucks coffee, the best martini in Phoenix, a vegan/vegetarian restaurant, and ethnic restaurants including Vietnamese, Mexican and Peruvian.

Keywords: Guest House

Property manager

Linda Kriesel

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Cashless transactions are available

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 41876

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenix

This holiday home is located in Encanto, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, and is near theme parks and on a lake. Phoenix Convention Center and Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Biltmore Fashion Park and Westgate Entertainment District. Travelling with kids? Make time for Phoenix Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Chase Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

Heard Museum - 8 min walk
Phoenix Art Museum - 12 min walk
Phoenix Convention Center - 4 min drive
Talking Stick Resort Arena - 4 min drive
Chase Field - 4 min drive

Getting around

Encanto - Central Ave Station - 11 min walk
Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 10 min walk
Whataburger - 11 min walk
Panera Bread - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min walk
Taco Bell - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is STUNNING ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY, PETS YES, DWTN GUESTHOUSE, IN HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at STUNNING ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY, PETS YES, DWTN GUESTHOUSE, IN HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at STUNNING ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY, PETS YES, DWTN GUESTHOUSE, IN HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is STUNNING ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY, PETS YES, DWTN GUESTHOUSE, IN HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD located?

This family-friendly Phoenix holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Heard Museum, Phoenix Theatre and Phoenix Art Museum. Phoenix Convention Center and Chase Field are also within 3 miles (5 km). Encanto - Central Ave Station is 11 minutes by foot and McDowell - Central Ave Station is 18 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

Matthew L.

14 Apr 2024

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

Lovely Rental

My wife and I stayed here to attend the final four. The home was exactly as advertised, very clean and comfortable. We worked a few days remotely and the wifi was fabulous, no issues. The bed was comfy and the shower had great pressure. There are nice outdoor areas to be outside. You’re on the property with the main house but still felt very private. The neighborhood is very quiet and we felt totally secure the entire time. The host was very welcoming and helpful. It’s a nice central location to reach all areas of greater Phoenix with a few nice restaurants within a 20 min walk. You’ll probably want to have a car and the home has room for parking behind their gate (extra safe and convenient).

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Mar 2024

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

Historic District

Beautiful guest house in historic district just north of downtown. Host was very attentive and accomidated a change in dates at my behest. Home had pretty much everything you needed including washer/dryer and even a small gym.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

24 Feb 2024

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

Very special

Linda made our stay extra special. Her tangelos and fresh squeezed juice were much appreciated! The house is eclectically decorated with some beautiful glass and artifacts. Great garden to relax in. It's in a quiet area and walkable to the Arts area and Heard Museum. A truly special place to stay. We loved it and would love to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R., S Burlington, Vermont, USA

11 Apr 2022

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

Amazing guest house in central Phoenix

We have stayed at many VRBOs but this was one of the best! Well appointed with a very comfortable bed and beautiful artwork. Plenty of space and good internet speeds for working. Kitchen had everything we needed and the back patio was lovely - quiet and private. Great location in a historic central Phoenix neighborhood. Linda was a gracious and attentive host.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

24 Mar 2022

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

Oasis in the Desert

What an amazing property! It went above and beyond our expectations. The owner, Linda, was so warm and inviting upon our arrival, and went over all aspects of the place. Her property is lovely, gorgeous grounds, beautiful interior, and the historic neighbor was quiet, and a great place to walk. She has a fun dog, Koku, who would greet us at the gate whenever we arrived back at the property. And, for all you dog lovers, she allows dogs to stay in the guest house!! We have stayed at several different places when doing our annual visit to Phoenix, but this is by far the best place we have found.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Linda Kriesel

I am an adventurer...and I travel with VRBO, whether it is paragliding in the Himalayas, riding a camel into the Sahara Desert, river rafting in Bhutan, eating curry in India or venturing out into Kenya to experience the great migration My guest house reflects my travels and the love of luxury when traveling. I am fortunate to have many annual repeat visitors that are now friends!!

Why they chose this property

I wanted to create a destination setting, centrally located in Phoenix that is visually stimulating and stylish with comfortable and quite surroundings. It is decorated with the boutique traveler in mind and includes a high-end, adjustable, queen size bed, queen size futon, ironed linens, and towels. The modern decor features innovative local and imported artwork from the landlord's Asian and African travels.

What makes this property unique

This modern yet comfortable retreat is minutes away from the Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix Civic Plaza Convention Center, performance art venues and nightlife. You are only a 5-minute walk to the nationally known Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, the light rail and fine as well as casual dining. The immediate neighborhood is steeped in ethnic, vegan and gluten free restaurants!

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