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"House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
Cave Creek, AZ
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Boulders Golf Club
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the area

Cave Creek

At this cottage, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Tonto National Forest and 8.6 km (5.4 mi) from Black Mountain Trail. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include a garden.

What's nearby

  • Cave Creek Museum - 14 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 15 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Boulders Golf Club - 20 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 32 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 36 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cavecreek Roadhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Encanto Mexican Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway - ‬14 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.

"House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains

"There is no other place like it," guests write. The casita is four and one-half miles North of Cave Creek Center, sheltered, private, endless long views in which to submerge and let go of your busy self. Hear the sounds of wildlife whilst in the screened-in porch or resting on your private stone patio; let go to the sing/song of quail, dove, finch, cactus wrens, cardinals and hooting owls at night. See stars and breathe the pungent herby smells of the high Sonoran Desert.
Thick hand-plastered walls, high vaulted tongue and groove ceilings let in light & air from 5 clerestory windows, two sets of sliding glass doors, French doors & 4 casements that open onto Mountain air & Milky Way views of the Tonto Forest & Spur Cross Conservation Area trails. Simply walk out your door to access walk and bike trails. It is truly Casita de la Luce.
The floors are handmade Mexican Saltillo. A walk-in closet lessens clutter and there is a bank of cupboards in the half wall in which to put your things. Even the bathroom's high ceiling is tongue & groove with clerestory windows that open.
Step out into saguaro forests & trails. The casita is on a deep Canyon's edge and is filled with custom furniture, a well stocked full kitchen and can seat 5-6 for a sit-down meal. One can stretch-out and nap on the banco. It has a well equipped kitchen with a butcher block table and stools.
The Starlink Satellite dish supports WiFi phone calls, streaming and zoom calls. Bring your laptop computer for music and entertainment. There is no TV. Important: The Casita has No Keys. Doors are left unlocked due to the need for firefighters to confirm that homes are empty of people when fire evacuation is necessary (they would otherwise have to break-in to confirm the Casita is empty risking their lives and waste their precious time.)
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Property manager

Melissa

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Built-in banco wide enough to nap on

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

Does "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains.

Is "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and children's books, it's no surprise that "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains?

No, "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains?

Check-in begins at 10:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at "House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains?

No, pets are not allowed.

"House of light" 360' views saguaro forests, canyons, mesas & mountains Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd H., Boise

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Solitude for the Soul
If it's solitude perched on a desert ridge at the end of a long and winding road you're looking for—you've found it.Whatever expectations you may have, set them aside, charm and surprise awaits. Surrounded with quaint and natural beauty inside and out, the privately fenced casita is everything you need and nothing you don't: One open space laid out nicely with a bedroom alcove, walk-in closet, cozy bathroom, dining and sitting area, fireplace, complete kitchen, screened front porch, 2 sets of Pella sliders, double-French doors, and 5 clerestory windows that open for so much natural light and fresh air you can't stop saying, "ahhh." There is a mini-split for AC/heat IF needed.The quaint and homey kitchen beckons you to stay, cancel your dinner reservations, and open the large dual Pella windows and cook every meal, while you take in the 360deg views of all the pristine desert has to offer. The privacy and solitude 24hrs/day is deafening—out here civilization is a memory—and you can keep it that way, or take a 15min drive into Cave Creek.If it's desert flora and fauna, a million saguaros, canyons, mesas, sun, heat, and stillness you want to drown in—with a perfectly small casita to escape into, complete with a screened-in-porch that welcomes you to nest and let the hours slip away into twilight—this casita of light is for you . Melissa has a heart for the desert that surrounds her and it's an honor to be her guest. She is an endearing host and a genuine delight!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025