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Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife

Nestled inside a boulder studded canyon this adobe casita is the perfect peaceful retreat possessing a commanding view of Tucson. With just under 4 acres to roam, the romance of the location will enchant couples. Possessing the rustic qualities of the classic Tucson adobe style, the massive 16' thick walls of the adobe casita were forged from the earth with adobe blocks made on site.  The casita appears as though it's always been there having grown out of the ground merging seamlessly with the surrounding desert. Adobe construction including passive solar design moderate temperatures in ways unmatched by other building materials providing an unsurpassed level of comfort.  

If you've never slept in an adobe home it may be your best night's sleep yet.  The natural materials of the casita were chosen to effect a calming harmony that will help relax you into a deep slumber at night as the coyotes serenade you to sleep.  Imagine waking fully restored with an energy reminiscent of your childhood.  

The casita features the conveniences of modern living:
•Update Facebook, connect with your family at home via Skype, or just catch up on a TV show you missed on HULU from any room with WIFI. 
•Catch the big game, your favorite soap, or the most popular prime-time shows on a large, flat screen, LED HDTV. 
•Cuddle with loved ones as the wood burning fireplace warms and transforms your nights into a cherished memory.
•Whip up a quick snack using the new microwave then stash the dishes in the new dishwasher. 
•Even though you'll start to miss the casita before you leave, take advantage of the new washer and dryer to pack fresh, clean clothes. 
•Start your morning with a complimentary coffee starter pack.
•The 300+ thread count, organic cotton sheets are a joy to sleep on. Additional linens provided to enhance your comfort.
•With more than 350 days of sunshine, Tucson is the sunniest city in the US. Attached covered parking protects your vehicle.
•For your convenience a hair dryer is stored in the bath vanity. 
•A naturalist library containing numerous field guides to look up your discoveries made during your foray into the surrounding desert. 
•A full kitchen is available for foodies wanting to cook for themselves.

Keywords: house, casita, adobe

Property manager

Andrew Ford

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: We do NOT allow pets. Please book elsewhere.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 21522400

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tuscon Spectrum - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Casino del Sol - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Starr Pass Golf Club - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
  • University of Arizona - 18 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 26 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪IHOP - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tania's Flour Tortillas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife located?

Located in Drexel Heights, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tuscon Spectrum, Casino of the Sun, and Mission San Xavier del Bac. AVA Amphitheater and Casino del Sol are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanie s.

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

Great Casita

Husband & I in Tucson for golf. Loved the casita. Initially hard to find but worth it ! Had a great stay. Everything we needed. A little drive to some of our destinations . Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Beautiful and Serene!

Everything about this stay was wonderful; the property was well appointed and the view was incredible; the proximity to restaurants and other amenities was great. We LOVED our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

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

Excellent, private, classy place to stay

We thoroughly enjoyed the casita. The space was perfect and the amenities were above and beyond. We were close to where the trapshoot club tournament. The casita is decorated in very good taste. We enjoyed the patio and grill. Absolutely loved he best place ever. Thank you for your accommodations. We would love to stay with you again next year.Joy
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Lovely casita in the Sonoran desert

Beautiful casita behind a larger house that felt secluded and great for solitary time in Sonaroan environment. House was lovely, great kitchen and we enjoyed outdoor fires in the evening. Had a question and reached out to the owners who promptly replied and were extremely hospitable. Highly recommend this lovely desert get-away.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Wonderful! Casita in the desert outside Tucson

Clean, quiet, very comfortable casita that has beautiful ceramic and Adobe flagstone floors. All modern conveniences, excellent air conditioning. A really wonderful stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Todd B.

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

Great place to get away from the city

Casita was great with two bedrooms and plenty of room. Property is starting to show some wear with Leaking faucets, mineral buildup around fixtures, loose tiles, etc. However, the vibe is really cool and the beds comfortable. Place was very clean when we arrived, and I believe we left it clvery clean as well.Would come back, except we like other surrounding areas better and would probably try something different to be closer to the things we like to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

Sweet stay in this lovely casita

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lovely, secluded property with everything we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Great stay, great property

We had a lovely stay. Home was very well maintained, and it was very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Great place

Had a great time. Place is is great and hosts are awesome.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W., Blairsville

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

Beauty Abounds!!

Beautiful location and rental. Road slowed us down a bit, but location worth the extra effort!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Idyllic Desert Casita

Loction! Loction! Location! When we pulled up to this casita we knew it was the perfect place for us. As we entered the home we immediately felt peaceful and at home. The home is beautifully designed, decorated, and included quality kitchen items. The casita is located just off the beaten path on a 3 area lot. You are surrounded by nature which we spent much time walking in. Tucson's city lights twinkled in the distance at night. It was perfection and peaceful for us. It truly is a perfect locoation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

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

Beautiful desert lication

House has a wonderful feel. Perfect spot for a getaway for my wife and me.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Saguaro Sentinels guard this Charming Casita

Surrounded by stunning hills and desert beauty, the classic adobe casita offered us a welcoming and beautifully appointed home—a perfect place to enjoy an exciting and adventure-filled area. The spotless and beautifully appointed home provided us with everything we needed. The pictures do not do justice to the charm and warmth one feels during your stay. We have found a wonderful location, and we intend to return again and again. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a stunning and private retreat so near so many adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Tucson Casita

Absolutely wonderful! Beautiful casita and surroundings. Lots of amazing wildlife. We’ll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

PANSY P.

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

Adorable Southwest Casita

Casita was well appointed - had everything we needed.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Enchanted

The casita is clean, beautiful, simple and sweet. We had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Love the seclusion!!

We really enjoyed our stay with the wildlife, trails and seclusion. When you are on the path to get to the property and you think you are lost just keep driving as it is the last property on the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike L.

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

Great experience!

We had a very pleasant in your beautiful and tastefully appointed casita. We enjoyed the views from every angle and cherished the vibe of this desert oasis. Everything was clean and well maintained. Thank you for being there when we needed you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry and Karen R.

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

Desert getaway

We enjoyed the more remoteness of this property. Just what we needed for a relaxing desert experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Second stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the casita. The property is well appointed and exceptionally clean. The location is a bit remote - down a long dirt road - but the scenery is well worth the rough ride! This is our second stay and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y.

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

Enjoy the wild

Out of the way but still close to Tucson. Nice residence with excellent instructions and owner support.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashli R.

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

Perfect Stay!

This property was PERFECT my fiancé and I were both obsessed with the location, the casita itself, decor, and the general neighborhood. I HIGHLY recommend following his instructions. The dirt and gravel roads to get to property weren’t TOO bad. We had an SUV and could have managed with a sedan, just drive very slowly due to bumps/rockiness. The beds were comfortable, views were great, kitchen was fully stocked, there was an awesome book and game selection, and amenities were good. This was our first time visiting AZ and 1000% will stay here again if we come back to Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mia P.

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

Beautiful, peaceful casita

Elegantly appointed and cozy with beautiful details and pretty views! The only downside is how far out it is. I wish we’d driven our Jeep instead to make it down the genuinely rough road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Great getaway!!!

This place was great! I loved the seclusion from the city. Surrounded by beautiful rocks and mountains. Place was very cozy and had the southwest theme. The host was very communicative with everything. You def don’t want to drive here in a low profile sports car cause the road is a little rocky but for my 4 runner it was perfect.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023