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Bohemian desert sanctuary with stunning views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Saguaro National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Tucson

With a stay at this vacation home in Tucson (Picture Rocks), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Saguaro National Park and 8 minutes from Golden Gate Loop Trail. .This vacation home is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Sus Picnic Area and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Aeroball Sports Courts.
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What's nearby

  • Saguaro National Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Old Tucson Studios - 30 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Tucson Mall - 36 min drive - 30.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 40 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 52 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 27 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bohemian desert sanctuary with stunning views!

Come cozy-up in this desert bohemian sanctuary nestled amongst the stunning Tucson mountains. Feel yourself in the old Southwest by driving through Saguaro National Park, across the dirt roads and into a tranquil pocket of paradise. Feel like you have the world to yourself, yet enjoy the proximity of shopping and dining just 15 minutes away. Perfect for girl's trips, writer's retreats, cyclist's layovers, nature-lovers' home base, Gem Show retreats, romantic star-gazing and more!

Staycation/Social distance/Work from home in a wide-open, peaceful retreat space! Enjoy the Blue Barn sunsets, Saguaro coffee nooks, Milky way fire pit, Lazy hammock hangout, Meditation space, and sunrise walking trails! You'll hear coyotes at night and birds chirping in the morning.

My home is filled with treasures that I have brought back from around the globe, so enjoy the international flair as well as local art by myself and by my friends. You'll also be enveloped by my array of propagated plants which adorn the house and keep it feeling cozy.

*Note: This is a home which caters to the enjoyment of the outdoors, not binge TV watching. There is internet satellite, but no regular TV channels. For your best experience, bring downloaded media to connect to the large screen TV. You can log into your favorite channels such as NetFlix. Please note that there is an adjacent RV rental to the side of the house. There may be guests staying, but it is very private and hidden from view from the back patio. I will let you know if there will be guests during your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

3 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Must be house trained. Clean up after pet outside.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Bohemian Desert Sanctuary With Stunning Views! Tucson

Bohemian desert sanctuary with stunning views! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and property, my dad and i really enjoyed staying here. The kitchen was well-equipped and we enjoyed making dinner and sitting on the back patio each evening around sunset. Host was communicative, house was very clean. Great place overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was awesome to be out in the desert on the edge of town, right at the edge of the park. There are lots of fun things to look at in the house. The neighborhood was very friendly
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home and property, and host, is a 10 star! The kind host, was so easy to work with, and provided more amenities than any property we have ever rented. The property is filled with healing, quiet, spaces inside and out. We identified 16 varieties of birds, more than we found at the proclaimed world-class birding destination of Madera Canyon. The beauty and quietude was just what we needed. We were thrilled to be so close to the National park, yet not too far from the city. It is definitely a sanctuary. I left there better than I arrived. I carried the peace, that this home and property exudes. We cannot wait to find a time to return again and again. I'm forever grateful for this experience. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful setting. Loved the views and outside areas. Very comfortable for a friend group of 5. Soaps and haircare products especially nice! Owner very responsive to questions. Home nicely decorated. Loved the chimes!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bohemian paradise is absolutely right! We loved our stay at Shelly's place. It's not only full of character, but it's incredibly comfortable too - the beds, the shower head/pressure, the sofas, the outdoor seating, the kitchen. If I were to have a funky, desert escape I hope it would be as charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sonoran Desert Gem

A true Sonoran Desert experience, private, quiet, and very well appointed! The views from the backyard are incredible, and the house is very comfortable! We had everything we could possibly need. Our family loved staying here! Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful scenery

beautiful, surrounding area very beautiful!! The Picture Rock Rd fun to drive and beautiful!!the Saguaro's are everywhere!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning Retreat

This home is full of love and positivity. Beautifully decorated; more than adequately furnished. Peaceful retreat for reflection. We would stay here again!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we wanted!

This Boho place is well equipped and did not disappoint! Comfy both in/out, super cute furnishings. Shelly was a great communicator both on the house notes and emails. We will come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob C., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay near Saguaro National Park

We selected this property based on the location in the area of the Saguaro National Park. The listing was accurate, and we were happy with our choice. Our trip was in early October 2020. We took several hikes in the area as recommended by the owner. One of our favorite hikes was the Hugh Norris trail which takes you along a ridge line inside the National Park. The hike is best experienced starting in the morning so you have an abundance of shade during the ascent.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020