The Refuge

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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a waterfall feature, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a television, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with bar stools.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island.
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a table with wine glasses, and a wicker sofa.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Relax in the indoor pool
    A rare find in this area - enjoy a swim, whatever the weather.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Place, Desert Sonoran Botanical Garden Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Mountain Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Desert Canyon Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Fountain Hills

Fountain Hills is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Scottsdale Quarter and Kierland Commons. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Westworld of Scottsdale, or consider a night out at Showroom at Casino Arizona.
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Map
Fountain Hills, AZ

What's nearby

  • Desert Sonoran Botanical Garden Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Eagle Mountain Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Desert Canyon Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • SunRidge Canyon Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • We-Ko-Pa Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Senor Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La MAI Thai Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪All American Sports Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Refuge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Refuge?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Refuge on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,629, 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 The Refuge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Refuge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Refuge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Refuge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Refuge located?

Situated in Fountain Hills, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Desert Sonoran Botanical Garden Trailhead, Eagle Mountain Golf Course and Desert Canyon Golf Club. Fountain Hills Fountain and Fountain Hills Botanical Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean quiet sprawling 4 bedroom with privacy. Indoor pool and desert hot tub were great. Best of both worlds location feels isolated 10min from Scottsdale
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you so much, Nicholas for your lovely review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, spacious home, and relaxing pool and hot tub. It’s wonderful that you were able to enjoy the privacy of the desert setting while still being just a short drive from Scottsdale. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back for another relaxing stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place for Executive Retreat

The Senior Leaders of our company chose this place to have their retreat and it worked great. While VRBO is typically used for family or friends as a vacation spot it worked great for all the Senior Leaders to have one stop for sleep, meet, and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback! I am glad to hear everyone enjoyed the property. We would be happy to host again for any future needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just amazing!!

We had such a great time staying here and the hosts were responsive, making check in super easy. This is a huge house and great for larger groups. I would highly recommend this property and will most likely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We had a great time.

Beautiful private views. Nice kitchen and comfortable beds. The HVAC can be a bit noisy at night depending on which room you’re in. We wish there were board games or cards at the house. Watched sun rise from hot tub : ). Overall good stay. Pool was bigger than looks but is ‘just’ warm enough to stay in a short while.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Stunning

This property was amazing. Great location. Very private. Beautiful view. Property manager exceeded expectations. He communicated with me weeks before we arrived to ensure that all my needs would be met. I highly recommend. It was the best VBRO experience I’ve ever had. Thanks so much!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT location - super quiet - property feels run down

Overall we enjoyed our stay very much. Management team was very responsive and friendly. House was very clean and well stocked with tons of games and kitchen utensils. Unfortunately, the property is run down and is in need of attention. The front door combination deadbolt doesn't work from the outside, so we had to deal with that upon arrival. Pool was ice cold, and we couldn't use it on the first day as the breaker for the heater was tripped prior. There were a handful of other minor issues... If management were to perform maintenance required, we would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone enjoyed the stay. It was pricey, but it was a holiday weekend. We are local people so be aware of the additional deposit that they require.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Thank you so much, Asta for your review! We're happy to hear that everyone enjoyed their stay. We appreciate you choosing our home for your holiday getaway. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2026
Hello Kami! Thank you so much for the 5-star review! 🌟 We're truly grateful for your support and so glad you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
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