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The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues

Holiday home in Phoenix with kitchen and patio

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Living Room with TV and Roku
Kitchen with kitchen island
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Phoenix, AZ
  • Place, Shadow Mountain Preserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phoenix First Assembly of God
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, AMF Desert Hills Lanes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues

🌵 OVERVIEW — Modern, Cozy Casita Near Trails, Dining & Major Phoenix/Valley Venues. Your Perfect Phoenix Retreat.

Welcome to The Spicy Cactus, a stylish, serene, and comfortable two-bedroom casita tucked beside Shadow Mountain, where tranquility meets unbeatable convenience. Just steps from hiking trails and minutes from the Valley’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy quick access to venues like TPC Scottsdale, Footprint Center, Chase Field, Mayo Clinic, and Desert Ridge — all while staying in a peaceful, private retreat. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, business guests, golfers, or small families seeking comfort, convenience, and an unbeatable central location.

Continue reading below for full details about amenities, location highlights, and everything included in your stay.

🌵 Prime Central Location

Just 20 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport and minutes from the 51 & 101 freeways, you’ll have seamless access to all corners of Phoenix. A quick 3-minute walk takes you to Shadow Mountain Trail—perfect for sunrise hikes, cactus-dotted views, and desert photos.

🌵 Proximity to Venues, Sports, & Entertainment

You're staying in one of the most convenient home bases in the Valley. Popular destinations include:

Sports & Events
• TPC Scottsdale / Waste Management Open – 16 min
• Footprint Center (NBA, concerts) – 22 min
• Salt River Fields at Talking Stick – 21 min
• Chase Field (MLB) – 22 min
• San Francisco Giants Spring Training – 28 min
• State Farm Stadium (NFL) – 35 min

Healthcare: Mayo Clinic Phoenix – 12 min

Shopping & Dining
• Desert Ridge Marketplace – 10 min
• Kierland Commons / Scottsdale Quarter – 15–18 min
• Old Town Scottsdale – 25–30 min

Nature & Local Attractions
• Phoenix Mountain Preserve – 3 min
• MIM (Musical Instrument Museum) – 12 min
• Desert Botanical Garden / Papago Park / Zoo – 20 min

Colleges
• Paradise Valley Community College – 9 min
• Scottsdale Community College – 23 min
• Arizona State University – 28 min

This central location is one of the casita’s biggest advantages — guests consistently compliment the ease of getting everywhere.

🌵 Thoughtful Design & Comfortable Living

Crafted by a kitchen designer, the casita is curated for both beauty and function. Enjoy:

• A California King in one bedroom
• A King bed in the second bedroom
• A spa-like bathroom
• In-unit washer/dryer
• Laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hand soap, and hair dryer

Perfect for weekend getaways or longer remote-work stays.

🌵 Private Outdoor Oasis

Relax on your private patio with morning coffee or unwind by the fire pit at night. Situated on a spacious corner lot, street parking is easy and plentiful.

🌵 Extras to Elevate Your Stay

• Board games for cozy nights in
• Pickleball lessons available from a certified coach (ask for details!)
• Easy access to rideshare + local transit: Turo, Uber, Lyft
• Fast WiFi & smart TV
• Self check-in for flexible, hassle-free arrivals

🌵 Guest Access

You’ll have private access to the guest casita, including your own exterior entrance and your own private patio. The walkway leading from the street to both the main home and the casita is shared, but once you reach the casita door, the entire space is yours.

Street parking is available directly in front and alongside the corner lot.
No garage or driveway parking is available for the casita.

🌵 Your Host

Communication is quick, friendly, and reliable. I’m nearby if you need anything, but you’ll enjoy full privacy during your stay.

🌵 QR Code Instructions (for guidebook / instructions)

• Open your device’s camera
• Point it at the QR code (no need to take a photo)
• A link will pop up
• Tap the link

🌵 Know Before You Book

Phoenix requires STR properties to follow specific city regulations. We are fully licensed and compliant to ensure a safe and legal stay for all guests.

Per City code and our permit, the casita cannot be used for:
• Non-residential or commercial use
• Events requiring a permit
• Retail, restaurant, or banquet operations
• Housing registered sex offenders
• Sober-living operations
• Sale of alcohol, illegal drugs, or pornography
• Adult entertainment
• Event center or large gatherings
• Any uses prohibited under A.R.S. § 9-500.39

This casita is intended for quiet, compliant, residential stays only. Thank you for helping keep Spicy Cactus safe, legal, and welcoming for everyone.

Permit STR-2024-002765 • TPT 21558941

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
CHECK-OUT TIME 10:00 AM, unless other arrangements have been agreed to. If you need a little flexibility, just let me know and I’ll help if I can. Please let me know your estimated departure time.
THERMOSTAT Please ensure all lights and fans are turned off. For energy-saving settings, upon departure, please set thermostat: • Summer: 78–80° • Winter: 65–67°
HOUSECLEANING You may leave the home as is — no cleaning needed. Our cleaning crew will handle linens, trash, and any leftover food and beverage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Must be quiet between hours of 8am and 10pm

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenix

Located in North Phoenix, a neighbourhood in Phoenix, this holiday home is in the mountains. Desert Ridge Marketplace and Phoenix Convention Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kierland Commons and Biltmore Fashion Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Westworld of Scottsdale or Peoria Sports Complex. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking, ecotours and mountain biking in the area.
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What's nearby

  • Shadow Mountain Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phoenix First Assembly of God - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • AMF Desert Hills Lanes - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 22 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station - 17 min drive
  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexicana - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quik Burrito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Valle Luna - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues located?

Located in North Phoenix, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of North Mountain Park, Stonecreek Golf Club and Lookout Mountain Golf Club. Reach 11 Sports Complex and Desert Ridge Marketplace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Logan L.

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

Nice place to stay

Really nice place to stay and very easy to work with host.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Cozy and Comfortable Little House

This is the cutest little guest house. The host communicated so well that I felt very comfortable when I arrived. The place was well equipped with everything that you need. They definitely go above and beyond to make sure they you are comfortable and enjoy your stay. Cleanliness is very important, and the place was very clean. It was definitely a space you can enjoy hanging out in!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John and Shirley L.

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

Comfortable and convenient

Great view of the mountains, easily walkable, good beds, nice kitchen, nice outdoor space
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Great Stay

Daniel and Rosemarie’s guest house was the perfect spot for my visit to Phoenix. It has easy access to the highways and the house is perfect for up to 4 guests. The house had all the amenities you would need for a visit. The kitchen and bathroom were very up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Phoenix Getaway

This guest home was perfect for my family of 4. We had privacy, more service than we anticipated from the owners and the location was perfect for us as we wanted to be near mountains for some walking/hiking. Our hosts, Daniel and Rosemarie were wonderful to us and even more wonderful to our young children, we felt safe and that all of our needs were met. I would highly recommend this home as it was clean, modern and had all the bells and whistles. Again, the hosts truly made our stay pleasant and would definitely return and recommend this home to our friends. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

laura m.

Above my Expectations!

I traveled to Phoenix from Houston to watch a high school basketball tournament over the Christmas break. Prior to booking this home, I spent time researching whether to stay in a hotel or rent through VRBO. I am so glad that I found Daniel and Rosemarie’s guesthouse. It is the PERFECT blend of the BEST things hotels and rentals offer. We had the spaciousness and convenience of a home with a wonderful modern kitchen and living room with a large television and sofa and a huge bathroom with laundry (I also liked that the bathroom was not attached to either bedroom - making it feel more private). Unlike some other rentals, this guest house was stocked with everything we needed for our 5 night stay. The food in the pantry and refrigerator was so nice to have and complemented the additional items we purchased once we went to the grocery store. The extra shampoo and hand lotion and Body wash were such nice touches. This guest house was perfectly situated right off HWY 51 making it easy for us to get to Tempe, Airport, downtown Phoenix and the Scottsdale area. The neighborhood was so peaceful and quiet. We walked the trails in the mornings into the mountain preserve which was just steps away. A sliding glass door opened from the living room onto a small private patio area from where we enjoyed watching the sun set. When it was time to leave, there wasn’t a long list of chores the owners required us to do. We weren’t asked to strip beds or wash towels or sweep the floor which was great because we had to leave at 4:30am to catch a flight. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful, and thank you for the Christmas Gifts. Even though Daniel and Rosemarie were traveling for the holidays, they left us Christmas presents and let us check in early. Their wonderful neighbors met us at the home when our flight arrived and walked us through the guest house answering all our questions. It was a great week and I hope to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

SARA C., Castle Rock, CO USA

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

Phoenix Getaway

Great little property in Phoenix! Nicely appointed with everything you need to be comfortable. Really appreciated the touch points by Daniel before and during our stay to ensure we were situated with the property. Well stocked kitchen with basic staples in the fridge and cupboards for us! Overall, great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathie S., Gundershoffen France

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

Excellente maison d'hôtes

Je recommande vivement cette location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Hidden treasure in NE Phoenix

Beautifully decorated two bedroom place, outfitted with great amenities (big TV, espresso machine, etc.) Warm, friendly hosts, who were very accommodating. I recommend to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffnie J.

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

This is THE PLACE for you!!!

This place is truly an oasis in the hills of Phoenix , AZ! Daniel and Rosemarie are outstanding hosts who will provide you with a safe, beautiful place to stay at a very reasonable price. They are so thoughtful in the way they prepare for your stay even down to stocking the fridge with a few items prior to your arrival (i.e. milk, juice, water, butter, etc.) The rental comes with King sized beds; a gorgeous kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and wonderful dishes and cooking utensils; a stunning bathroom with double sinks; quiet modern washer and dryer; a large flat screen TV with access to numerous cable stations as well as streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney, HBO Max, and Amazon prime video. It also comes with a relaxing patio and a gas grill. ALL of this is in a quiet neighborhood, yet just less than fifteen minutes away from Wal Mart, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, a Mall, and a wide selection of restaurants. Whether for a couple of days or a couple of weeks, do not miss out on this one!! Thank you Daniel and Rosemarie for everything!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Felt Like Home

I just wanted to say we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood was really great. The house is exactly as pictured and the owners are fantastic. They thought of everything even provided items in the fridge for us. Great outdoor patio space and also awesome water pressure in the shower! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Just what we needed

Pictures are up to date. This is a lovely two bedroom with one bathroom, (two sinks!), a nice washer and dryer, full kitchen, and patio with a gas grill. It was stocked with some food items and cleaning supplies. The owners live on the other side of the duplex and were very available by phone if we needed anything. They were happy to assist me with a package that arrived prior to our arrival. Such joyful and conscientious people. No hesitation to stay there again.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

A pleasant surprise!!!

We booked this rental at the last minute. For some reason, the address that we had picked initially was not this address. This must have been a glitch in VRBO's system because we had double checked before we submitted the payment online. We had some initial apprehensions but boy, did we luck out!! First of all, this rental is in a quiet and nice neighborhood. The place is immaculate, well furnished and beautiful. There is nothing that we needed that we did not find there. The kitchen and the bathroom were stocked with everything one could possibly need during a trip. The owners were very nice and friendly people; attentive but not overly so. They gave us our space but were there if we needed them. What really blew us away was how sweet and thoughtful they were. We had come to Arizona to be with our daughter who just had a baby and the owners took time out to get us a gift for the baby!! THAT is hands down the sweetest thing they could have done. We will definitely rent this place again when we come back to Arizona. Thanks so much, Daniel and Rosemarie!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Cut Short by Covid-19

Nice property just a few miles west of Scottsdale. Super friendly and accommodating hosts who live in the other half of the property. Quiet and private including your own patio. Very well provisioned. We left for home five days early due to the Coronavirus. VRBO has chosen not to do refunds like AirbNb has. Host offered us five free nights in the future which was appreciated.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Don S., Trumansburg

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

Very pleasant

Excellent facilities, charming hosts. Kitchen was generously well stocked. Far better than any rental unit we have experienced. Disappointed that we weren't able to see the surrounding mountains from our cottage. View was entirely blocked by tall foliage. Neighborhood is crowded and neighbor's dog barked all day long.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Great place to stay

I love this property! It is immaculate and well-provisioned. Daniel and Rosemary went out of their way to meet my needs. It is in a nice neighborhood. I discovered a hiking trail 1.5 blocks away for a walk up a mountain. This is a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Return visit for us. Comfortable and convenient.

Quiet neighborhood, charming host, well-appointed house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M., Charleston, SC

AMAZING!

I cannot say enough about this clean, cute little place... My 69 year old mother and I were in town to visit my cousins new-born baby and we wanted to stay close by her place and we stumbled upon this! It FOR SURE Exceeded my expectations! Daniel & Rosemarie left several grocery items that were high end and yummy! The place was spotless... Bedding was lovely... Bathroom was amazing! Soaps, Lotions, Shampoos! WOW.... I wouldn't have packed all mine had I known ;) HaHaHa! Thank you Daniel & Rosemarie for one of my most enjoyable VRBO Experiences!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Kandi C.

Awesome house

Exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful property which is well located in the Phoenix area.

Four of us were in Phoenix for a concert which was downtown. This property was in a great location. It was very easy to get to the airport, downtown and Old Town Scottsdale. Daniel and Rosemarie were the perfect hosts. They personally greeted us, which was great and it gave us an opportunity to ask questions. The place is beautifully decorated, very clean and stocked with all the necessities in the bathroom. We were also pleasantly surprised to find many items in the refrigerator and cupboards for our use. We couldn’t have been more pleased with this VRBO. I highly recommend it and will refer my friends and family to this lovely rental whenever I can. I will be back! Thank You Daniel and Rosemarie for a wonderful stay. Diane Henderson, Nv
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Loved it!

Beautiful guest house with great location! We had a girls' getaway here and had a wonderful time. We would love to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

North Phoenix get-away

Perfect size for a couple and wonderful location, minutes from multiple hiking trails in the desert. Daniel and his doggies were perfect hosts, we were only sorry we never got to meet Rosemarie! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Daniel and Rosemarie were excellent hosts! They made sure we had everything we needed.

The property was perfect for us and very well kept. We were greeted by Daniel upon arrival and shown around. He and Rosemarie were very helpful with planning daily excursions and so friendly, we will stay here again on our next trip to the area. We did not have to ask for anything but if we had I'm sure they would have accommodated us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

Beautiful modern guest house

We were delighted with this beautiful guest house. We were greeted by Daniel on our arrival and every effort was made to make sure we had everything we needed. The rooms were modern, thoughtfully decorated and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the laundry area a welcome site after two weeks of traveling. Daniel and Rosemarie were charming hosts and even provided some initial coffee, cream and small breakfast items for us eliminating a need to shop on arrival. The patio area in back was private and allowed us a place to enjoy morning coffee and evening glasses of wine when the sun was not as hot. We have rented several times through Home Away and this guest house did not disappoint us! We would love to stay here again ourselves and recommend this house to anyone looking for a site in the Phoenix area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

BOBBIE H., EL PASO, TEXAS

HEAVENLY GET AWAY!

THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME I USED VRBO AND I AM SO HAPPY WITH MY CHOICE. DANIEL WAS INFORMATIVE AND COURTEOUS. ALTHOUGH, WE DIDN'T MEET HIS WIFE, SHE WAS VERY ATTENTIVE BY PLACING A FEW ITEMS IN THE FRIDGE AND HAD ALL THE MUST HAVE ITEMS IN THE KITCHEN. THE PLACE WAS IMPECCABLY CLEAN. THE HOME IS VERY WELL KEPT UP AND THE DECORATIONS AND SMALL TOUCHES ARE WARM AND COMFORTABLE. YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR RIGHT AT HOME. THE NEIGHBORHOOD WAS PEACEFUL AND SO QUIET. THE AREA HAS A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS AND IN THE EARLY MORNINGS YOU CAN SIT OUTSIDE IN THE PATIO AND LISTEN TO THE BIRDS CHIRPING. WE LOOK FORWARD TO GOING BACK ON OUR NEXT VISIT. A HEAVENLY GET AWAY WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND. THANK YOU DANIEL AND ROSEMARY.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Doolittle

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Born in Chicago, I grew up between Charlotte, Saudi Arabia, San Francisco, and Mexico — my family lived abroad for many years, so travel and cultural curiosity are a big part of who I am. I eventually settled in Phoenix in 2010, and absolutely love the desert, the people, and the lifestyle here.

I’m a single mom to two teens and a rescue poodle mix named Pickles. I work in fintech and play pickleball (since 2018!), love ping-pong, and enjoy exploring local restaurants, hiking spots, and hidden gems I can share with guests.

Hosting comes naturally to me — I’ve stayed in homes all over the world and now host three properties of my own. I care deeply about being a considerate, communicative host and a respectful guest when I travel. My goal is always to make your stay easy, comfortable, and memorable.

I’m nearby if you need anything, and I’m always happy to share recommendations or help you plan the perfect trip.

Why they chose this property

I actually fell in love with the home first — and then discovered I’d landed in one of my favorite pockets of Phoenix. What started as an emotional connection to the space turned into a love for the entire neighborhood. My favorite taco spot (El Super Taco) is just around the corner, along with fun dive bars, great restaurants, and quick access to the venues where I watch comedians, musicians, and local events.

I also appreciate being so close to the 51 and 101 freeways, grocery stores, and my gym — everything I need is just minutes away. And as a bonus, there’s a beautiful little hiking trail only a 3-minute walk from my front door. It’s become one of my favorite parts of living here.

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What makes this property unique

The Spicy Cactus is special because it blends intentional design, comfort, and character with a relaxed, welcoming desert vibe. A close friend who is a designer helped bring my vision to life — clean lines, thoughtful touches, and a curated feel without being fussy. Most guests are pleasantly surprised by how calming and comfortable the space feels the moment they walk in.

The casita sits just steps from a neighborhood hiking trail, surrounded by cactus-filled views and tucked into a quiet corner of a centrally located community. I’ve added small conveniences throughout — from cozy outdoor seating to well-stocked essentials — so guests can settle in easily and feel at home quickly.

It’s a space created with heart, lived-in joy, and the spirit of sharing my favorite part of Phoenix with visitors.

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