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Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat

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Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Dining room. Closet with sliding glass mirror doors houses W/D.
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, 4th Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shonto Trading Post
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat

Relax in this spacious, pet-friendly 1950’s ranch-style home, perfect for longer stays. Recently remodeled, it’s located 2 miles from the UofA and Banner Medical Center, and within a mile of several restaurants and gyms. Enjoy a desk space, high-speed internet, a fully stocked kitchen, blackout curtains, and quality mattresses. The large fenced yard includes a shaded dining area, BBQ, AC, and on-site laundry for a stress-free stay.

Please Note: While the home is conveniently located just off a main road—making it easy to access shops, restaurants, and local attractions—it's not tucked away in a secluded or ultra-quiet area.

***The unit is part of a duplex, and we kindly ask guests to be mindful of noise, especially between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM, to help maintain a peaceful environment for everyone. In particular, the living room of this unit shares a wall with the smaller, neighboring unit’s bedroom, so a little extra consideration in that space goes a long way.***

While most guests in the neighboring unit have enjoyed a quiet and restful stay, as with many shared structures, some sound transfer is possible. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and cooperation in making this a great stay for all!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the AC.
If you used an actual key, please return it to the lockbox attached to the wrought iron door. Scramble the digits of the lockbox after returning the key.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
**Quiet Hours:** No loud noises/music after 9:00 PM. Please be mindful of noise levels, especially in outdoor areas, as sound travels easily.
**Pet Policy:** Include all pets in the reservation so the non-refundable pet fee can be applied for each pet staying. Max of 2 pets is permitted.
**Registered Guests Only:** Only guests listed in the reservation are allowed to stay overnight.

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

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. University of Arizona Museum of Art and Centennial Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium and Funtasticks Family Fun Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Arizona Stadium or McKale Center. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • 4th Avenue - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Frankling Auto Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Shonto Trading Post - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tucson Mall - 8 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Tohono Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marios Pizza Tucson - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fry's Fuel Center - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Saguaro Sanctuary- Newly Renovated Retreat located?

Located in Mountain 1st Avenue, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from 4th Avenue and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from University of Arizona. University of Arizona Museum of Art and Centennial Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2026
I'm so glad you enjoyed our place. You are welcome to stay with us anytime! Thank you for respecting our place :).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennet I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a clean and comfortable, no-frills stay, exactly where and when we needed it. Kelsey was easy to communicate with and we had no difficulties at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and well furnished. We appreciated the basics in the kitchen (some spices, cooking oil, coffee etc). The accommodations were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay. You all are welcome back anytime 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property centrally located to stores and dog parks and hiking. Nice covered patio to sit on in the evening. Comfortable beds. Very spacious and fenced in yard for our pup .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was was clean and had a lot of room. It was a great location to do things around Tucson. The host responded very quickly to all questions. We would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words Tim. We’re so happy you found our unit spacious and centrally located. We’d love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful! Great communication from the host, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomas C.

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

Perfect

Enjoyed the place very much. Great host. Would come again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

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

Feels like home!

This little duplex is extremely clean and well stocked. The host was very communicative when I had questions. We would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a stay that feels like home.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great place!

Everything was perfect... We really liked the layout, especially the indoor/outdoor flow which was great for grilling and letting the dog wander in and out. We will definitely use this place as our "go to" spot when returning to Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words John! We look forward to hosting you guys in the future :).
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bathroom door had a hard time closing and locking. The knob Could use some work, but we made do. The couch isn’t really a sleeping space as advertised. But again. We made do. Small items, but overall a great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike H.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kelsey Vander Meulen

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