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Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park

Holiday home with kitchen, near Saguaro National Park

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Turquoise and golden floors greet you at this storybook adobe block home, nestled on 2.5 acres of Sonoran desert with breathtaking views of the Tucson Mountains. Unwind in the spacious open room or enjoy a meal under the ironwood tree while watching sunsets, then explore nearby Saguaro National Park trails and dark skies perfect for astronomers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park

Imagine being in a story book round house with turqoise and golden floors, set on 2.5 acres of Sonoran desert facing the Tucson Mountains. Having lived our lives here in the desert, we newly renovated our family adobe block home ourselves, as artists and builders, to capture what we love about the desert and the local culture. It is earthy and elegant, like a yurt inside, one big open and spacious room with a stunning wood ceiling. Only the bathroom is separate with a beautiful Moroccan Tadelakt walk-in shower and claw foot tub. The full kitchen has a Mexican Talavera tile counter top, full sized refrigerator, stocked with all the basics, espresso machine, and many amenities.
The backyard is fully fenced with a ramada for shade, a fire pit, and a propane barbecue.
The desert property is filled with saguaro cactus, and native plants. You can enjoy a meal under the ironwood tree, watching the sunsets or mountains . Perfect for astronomers and night sky enthusiasts as this is a dark sky designated area with the world famous Kitt Peak Observatory less than 50 miles away. Great for hikers with Saguaro National Park trails within minutes , and many cycling and mountain biking opportunities.
The Sonoran Desert Museum is 6 minutes away. Old Tucson , once a Film Studio for over 300 Western Movies , now a theme park, is a 15 minute drive through the park. Iron Wood National Monument is a 15 minute drive to the west for wide open uninhabited desert experiences and hikes with ancient petroglyphs.
Downtown Tucson is only 30 minutes away and Tucson International airport is also only 40 minutes away. The Tucson Mountains separate this home from the city so you’re able to enjoy the peace of the desert yet still “go to town”. Plenty of private parking including trailer and or an RV.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets must be flea/tick free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This is1000 sq ft and is an open studio space

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: This is1000 sq ft and is an open studio space
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
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

About the area

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Saguaro National Park and Red Hills Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and Old Tucson Studios. International Wildlife Museum and Aeroball Sports Courts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Tucson travel guide
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Saguaro National Park featuring desert views and mountains
    Saguaro National Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Overlook the aircraft boneyard, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    39 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Tucson Convention Center
    30 min drive - 34.0 km
  • University of Arizona
    32 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Tucson Mall
    36 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Nico’s Express
    9 min drive
  • Horseshoe Barbeque
    9 min drive
  • Tacos & Hot Dogs El Giro
    9 min drive
  • Ironwood Terraces Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Phoebe's Coffee Bar
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Saguaro National Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Sus Picnic Area. King Canyon Trail and Red Hills Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very charming and relaxing! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

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

Sonoran Delight

Perfect place for headquartering a Sonoran Desert experience---so many beautiful trails and places that are very close. A real classic Arizonan desert environment, with a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R.

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

Simply wonderful.

Diane is an excellent host. House has many amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Great Desert Getaway

We loved our stay! It was perfect for my husband and I - we loved the unique, rustic aspects with all the necessary comforts. It was so close to the scenic Saguaro National Park, and a short drive into Tucson. We enjoyed sunsets next to an outdoor fire, and wandering through the desert landscapes on property. Diane was a great and helpful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Beautiful Home

My husband and I booked this home for a little get-a-way. The sunsets are beautiful and enjoyed our evening walks. The home was beautiful,spacious, and clean. I loved how everything in the round house was round too! Instructions were easy. Everything we needed to cook with was in the kitchen. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav B.

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

Could not imagine better place to stay for hiking in Saguaro National Park

Our family stayed here for one week on a hiking trip in Saguaro Park. There are many trails close by, and the best is, that house is surrounded by the same scenery like inside of the park with saguaro a few feet from the back porch dining table. Weather was warmer than usual, but the concrete floor, brick walls and silver roof kept the house cool. We did not need to run A/C at all. Very authentic and beautiful place. I did enjoy the espresso machine, because coffee is important. We also toured Kitt Peak observatory and Titan 2 intercontinental ballistic missile site museum.I would also recommend driving for sunsets to The Red Hills Visitor Center or Dessert Discovery Trail. After sunset, the sky at the house is so dark, with many stars and there is almost always some satellite visible by plain eye.Host is very friendly and knowledgeable of the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Charming Desert Oasis

Very beautiful, peaceful home. The thoughtful layout of the home and fenced back yard was perfect for us and our dogs. Excellent comunication from the host. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin S.

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

Cozy and beautiful home base

This home is far more beautiful than the pictures can show; it's earthy and artistic, and not in the "cliche" desert way. The color scheme echoes the desert sunsets, and the furnishings and decor are fascinating as well as functional. The hosts were incredibly responsive, with suggestions about places to eat and things to see, while not being at all intrusive. We came to Tucson to experience the wildlife, and it could not have been better situated for visits to Kitt Peak, Mount Lemmon, and Madera Canyon. Best of all, the Saguaro National Park and Ironwood National Monument were both minutes away, and the surrounding area has areas with water and agriculture, which led to a parade of toads following the first rains of the season. On a related note, the AC is an evaporative cooler; it works differently from a freon AC and requires very dry air to work efficiently, so don't expect it to get as cold inside during monsoon season.
Amazing!
View from inside front.
Back porch inhabitant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025