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Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking

Welcome to Villa Blanca Mariposa

Experience timeless elegance and bespoke charm at Villa Blanca Mariposa, a serene retreat blending historic character with modern comforts. Nestled in the heart of Tucson's iconic Sam Hughes National Historic Neighborhood, this lovingly restored 1920s bungalow offers a perfect oasis just two blocks from the University of Arizona, within a mile of the University Medical Center, and conveniently close to the Gem Show venues and all Central Tucson attractions.

Indulge in a historically charming touch with this bright, spacious, and exquisitely updated home.

Fully Outfitted Kitchen: Gourmet stainless steel range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and all utensils.
Elegant Dining: A cozy dining room for four, adorned with beautiful furnishings.
Luxury Amenities: All utilities, high-speed internet, and cable television included. Enjoy a 42-inch flat-panel TV in the living room and a 32-inch Smart TV in the master bedroom.
Charming Vintage Bathroom: Stocked with plush, luxury linens.
Comfortable Accommodations: A master bedroom with a sumptuous king-sized bed and a half-bedroom featuring a twin trundle bed for up to two additional guests.
Step outdoors and discover your private sanctuary. The expansive rear patio serves as an open-air living and dining space, complete with a stainless steel grill and comfortable furnishings. Delight in Tucson's idyllic weather while sipping your morning coffee amidst lush local vegetation, serenaded by birds and butterflies.

Additional conveniences include:

Complimentary covered off-street parking.
HE washer/dryer for your laundry needs.
Well-behaved pets are welcome (with prior approval).
Strictly no smoking allowed.
Villa Blanca Mariposa invites you to embrace the essence of bespoke hospitality, offering a quintessential Tucson experience in an enchanting setting. Let your journey begin here.

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Property manager

Erica K.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 915 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 4 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of McKale Center and University of Arizona. Centennial Hall and Arizona Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Timeless Elegance ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita Mariposa ~ Walk to UA! Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Funtastic!

We really enjoyed our stay! Convenient, cute as heck, charming....FUN!!! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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

Great Place to visit your U of Arizona student

Great place and super quaint…… second time we have stayed here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Charming

This property is wonderful! Beautifully cared for and furnished. Erica provides some extra personal touches that are thoughtful and appreciated. The location is amazing for any U of A family - walkable. Felt at home during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay at Erica’s beautiful home and would stay there again in a heartbeat! She was a gracious hostess and made us feel at home at all times. I didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

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

Great place and great host

Our stay exceeded expectations. Erica added personal touches that elevated our experience. Responses to questions were fast and she went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Cute home in Sam Hughes

We had a great stay with Erica. The house is in a great location and absolutely adorable. The outdoor seating is great, if the weather was cooler we would have spent a lot of time there. There was unfortunately an issue with the refrigerator, but I assume this is a one-off as it was a new refrigerator. Overall it was a great spot for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Love the location

Beautiful home near everything! Spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

We loved our stay. The house was just as advertised with personal touches just for us. There were fresh flowers too! The bedding was so luxurious and bath towels so fluffy. Walking distance to campus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

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

We’ll be back!

All the reviews on this place were spot on! This place was perfect! The yard to just relax it was a bonus! The host was on top of all communication. I am so picky when it comes to beds and this one was so comfy I fell right to sleep. We will be staying again!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T., Mckinney, Tx

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

Anniversary Getaway

Erica made us feel right at home in this 1920 pueblo. The home was very clean, full of charm and was fully stocked for our stay. She added personal touches that made our getaway even more special. We highly recommend this little home - we'd love to come back sometime and enjoy it all over again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kyle lynn c., Reno, USA

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

Sam Hughes Neighborhood Stay

Erica was a wonderful host. The Casita had everything we needed and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy and Rob N.

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

Perfect Stay!

We loved this property! It is an absolutely charming home with so many special touches. Erika's communication about local restaurants was so appreciated as were the treats left for us!:) We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

peter c., Ottawa

great property

We really enjoyed the property and the location. Erika is a great host and made everything simple. We used the pool and fitness center at the university. Great facilities for $8 per visit

10/10 Excellent

gracia s.

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

Perfect Stay

Very beautifully remodeled, furnished and welcoming home in the heart of Sam Hughes. Everything in terms of kitchen needs was available. Amenenites including shampoo, lotion, towels or anything else possibly needed was generously provided. There was even coffee and tea. Check in was seamless. Perfect instructions. Erica was also the perfect hostess.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Perfect getaway!

Villa Blanca Mariposa is peaceful & beautiful. Loved the Southwest vintage decor and tranquil outdoor space. Personalized touches throughout. Short walk to UofA campus. Thank you Erica!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mendy M.

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

College move-in

Fantastic location - very close to the University. I was worried about a historic home in Arizona in August but the air conditioning was super cold. Everything was perfect. We will definitely try to stay at this location again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

We LOVE Villa Blanca!

Villa Blanca was the perfect place for our stay. Our trip was bitter sweet moving my youngest daughter from Califonria to Tucson for school. The accommodations were incredible, comfortable, relaxing. Erica is the friendliest host ever and has furnished the home with everything we needed and more - including a bottle of wine - delicious after a 16 hour drive. No more hotels when we come visit. Thank you, Erica!

10/10 Excellent

Felicia P.

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

1920’s style

Erica is amazing! I loved the welcome we received and all of the amazing accommodations. My parents house was built in 1921. I love the original style of the house. The original hard wood floors, cabinets, and walls. Brought back so many memories for me. This home has everything you need to cook, do laundry, and so much more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Sam Hughes gem

We spent the weekend moving our daughter into the dorms and couldn't have stayed in a more convenient location. We love the architectural charm of these homes and it couldn't be decorated more appropriately, equipped with any accessory you may need. Thank you for the hospitality...we'll be back. Jack
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

AJ T.

Villa Blanca Mariposa - Review

We stayed at Villa Blanca Mariposa for a week in August, and can only echo the comments of previous reviewers: Erica keeps the place in immaculate condition, replies promptly to any communication, and goes out of her way to make her guests feel welcome and at home. Our concerns about traffic noise from 6th St proved unfounded too. In fact, the location was perfect for us (easy walking distance to the University of Arizona). The only improvement we did suggest regards the kitchen where a cranky chest of drawers and a somewhat erratic set of utensils makes cooking on the (fantastic) gas stove a little cumbersome. That's almost nitpicking though - we totally enjoyed our stay and would be back in a heartbeat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emilah D., Albuquerque, New Mexico

Charming home, charming visit!

Villa Blanca was a lovely place to stay for our visit to Tucson. Having lived in Tucson for 7 years, I was happy to find a well furnished rental close to the university and all the things I love. Erica furnished the space beautifully. The bedrooms were spacious and the master had lots of dresser space. The half-bedroom was small but sweet. The kitchen has every appliance, dish, cookware, and utensil I could possibly need (and I cook a lot). Overall, it was very comfortable and homey for the three of us. A couple of notes....if you plan to bring food and cook, there is not a lot of dry good storage space in the kitchen. It is tiny and although functional in terms of how it is outfitted, not so functional for storing food that does not need to be refrigerated or plugging in the fabulous appliances. The icing on the cake? Erica was very generous with our check-out time when my husband got ill from food poisoning the night before we were due to leave. She adjusted her schedule for cleaning and prepping the place so that he could rest and get it out of his system.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol E., Massachusetts

Wonderful Tucson Home

We loved this rental. I am from Tucson and love this style of home which is typical of Tucson and the Sam Hughes area. Erica has restored this house with obvious care and appreciation for the architectural details that make these homes special. Tucson friends and family who visited during our stay were charmed and impressed. We had to keep things neat because everyone wanted to look around. Our niece spent one night and so loved the house that she threatened never to leave. The furnishings are complementary to the style and reflect the care and pleasure with which they were chosen. Maintaining the original details means there may be the occasional sticking drawer but that drawer is likely supplied with all the linens or utensils you could possibly need. The house is stocked with everything and Erica left a pad for us to note anything we felt was needed but every time we thought of something a brief search would turn it up. Erica seems to have thought of everything, even to providing keys on easy-to-find key chains, fresh flowers, welcome gifts, and bath products. The furnishings are not only beautful but also very comfortable. We arrived after midnight (3AM on our clock) and Erica was there to greet us. The only problem was that we so enjoyed talking to her we were up even later. However, once there the bed was very comfortable. The location is excellent. A block away is Grimaldi's - a very good pizza place, and a few blocks in the other direction is a great market and sandwich/coffee place, it's walking distance to the U of A and very easy to get around. We are very much looking forward to our next stay at Villa Blanca.

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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

Tucson villa

Great little getaway!! Host was super attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

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

really enjoyed the property and closeness to campus!

Thank you for the welcoming touches for my stay! Really enjoyed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M., Eugene, Oregon

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

Perfect

This place was perfect. Exactly as promised.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022