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Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore

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Property grounds
A heated pool
Exterior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tubac/Rio Rico, AZ
  • Tumacacori National Historical Park
    2 min walk
  • Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village
    6 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Chili & Spice
    6 min drive
  • Nogales, AZ (OLS-Nogales Intl.)
    36 min drive

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About the area

Rio Rico

This holiday home places you in the heart of Rio Rico, steps from Tumacacori National Historical Park and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .Enjoy the water park, gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this Rio Rico holiday home, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Santa Cruz Chili & Spice and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.

What's nearby

  • Tumacacori National Historical Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Entrada de Tubac - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Tubac Center of the Arts - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Tubac Presidio State Historic Park - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Tubac Golf Resort - 15 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melio's Trattoria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stables Ranch Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wisdom's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soto's Outpost Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Italian Peasant - ‬12 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.

Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore

. This is an area that has good small wineries, golf courses, hiking, biking and birdwatching. The wineries are from a similar ground as that of southern France. You can go to the wineries or the large gourmet market in Tubac. Do you want warm, sunny weather? The weather now is delightful for outdoor activities almost every day of the year. Enjoy this 1400 SF home on over .6 acre with lots of privacy! Furnished home with good Sealy Queen Size Mattress and new bedroom furniture and Ashley living room furniture in Master. Other bedroom has a high quality Queen mattress too. For $30, you can get a twin bed for the office for your entire stay.It comes with blankets, sheets and pillow. This gives privacy for that person. This has a TV so you can watch TV. Kitchen has cookware, dishes, coffee maker and blender/food processor. Home has 2 bedrooms and 1 office/bedroom, 2 full bathrooms and outside patio with bird feeder and bird bath. There are 2 full bathrooms and ceilings are cathedral. There are 2 HD TV's--one in living room and one in the office and hooked up to satellite. TV. As of 8/26/18 there is a new internet booster receiver. The system is perfect for getting and receiving emails with pictures or small videos, podcasts from professional organizations, banking. Two people can use it at same time but not three or five simultaneously. It is good for findings on Google. It is not a system that is sufficient for commercial work such as formatting magazines or huge payrolls documents.

There is a dishwasher, range, microwave/grill, refrigerator, garage door opener, washer and dryer. The yard is fenced. It has four chairs and a table and the seating pads are new. The newly covered patio is new and blocks out direct sunlight in the heat of the day. There is a simple blue chair for another person if needed. It is a non-smoking unit and if someone wants to bring their dog, it must be over 2 years old and fixed and approved by the owner. Of course, you must pick up the poop and not have a dog who diggs.

There is the Tumacacori National Park and Historic Presideo State Park nearby. Birds and wildlife are abundant. In January through May and mid-September through December the weather is delightful for golfing & hiking! In March, there is an annual bicycle event on the rural street where the house is located. The mountain views are outstanding and Madera Canyon is less that 1/2 hour away. There is excellent dining in the area and the famous arts and crafts of Tubac. Fitness gym, beauty salon and nail salons are close by and they are wonderful! This is a great art haven with lots of artists! The local fitness center has a heated pool year around and that it nearly impossible to find anywhere else. If you are a biker, bring your wheels and helmet and enjoy the surroundings daily. Helmets are required here. Other bikers will share their favorite trails.

Fine dining can be found in the Esplendor Resort (Rio Rico Golf Resort) or the Tubac Golf Resort. Tubac Golf Resort has two fine restaurants in a western setting. Wisdoms offers a fine meal just south of Tubac and it is very fun. The bartender makes a wonderful margarita! The Tubac Inn offers wonderful pork dishes and there is almost always action there. Cowboys sometimes come on horses and stop to wet their thirsts. In Rio Rico where the Garrett's super market is located, there is Nick's Diner and an Italian restaurant that are both wonderful. There are over 10 golf courses nearby! Locally and Sycamore and Madera Canyons offer great birds and wildlife as well as the Santa Cruz River and the Anza Trail nearby (at Palo Parado) . Come and enjoy..

The vineyards are some of the best in the US and similar to southern France. Arizona. Vineyards is a popular roadside attraction in Nogales on the way to Mexico. Located less than one hour from the resort, the wines are unique and have classic Southwestern names such as Rattlesnake Red, Desert Dust and Coyote Red.

Callaghan Vineyards
About an hour south of Tucson, the Callaghan Vineyards have been producing award-winning wines for over fifteen years. Owner Kent Callaghan aptly named his 17-acre vineyard “Buena Suerte” (or “Good Luck” in Spanish) and has won many kudos for his fine wines, including the highly-praised 1996 Fumé Blanc. The winery is open
Callaghan Vineyards


Sonoita Vineyards
Another winery near Mr. Callaghan’s establishment is the Sonoita Vineyards. Co-owner Dr. Gordon Dutt was a soil scientist at the University of Arizona when he and A. Blake Brophy established their first experimental vineyard in 1973. They found that the high altitude (5,000 feet) soil is nearly identical to the soils of Burgundy, France. The 20-acre vineyard now produces over 10,000 gallons per year. Their 1986 Cabernet Sauvignon had the distinction of being served at the White House.


Sonoita Vineyards


Keywords: Golf, Birdwatching, Cycling, Hiking, 3 bedroom, fenced yard, dog welcome, HBO & Showtime. If you are a Silver Sneaker's member, there are 3 different nearby locations that you can visit. One has a year around heated pool. The Anza Trail can be traveled nearby and this is an old Spanish trail north.
The wild life is delightful. There were over 95 birds identified by birders who came in April 2014. There is a complete list in my traveler's book.
Don't forget to visit the Tubac chamber on NE side of Tubac as it has extra things that come up weekly.
Bring you hiking shoes and your sense of adventure and go on the de Anza trail commencing on Palo Parado Trail recently improved by the state. Venture west off the trail just a little and see the Santa Cruz River miandering along side the train where Juan Baptista and Fr Keno stopped to rest and let their horses drink the water and refresh. themselves. It is very relaxing and great for seeing birds and taking pictures.
At the end of April, the park is going to lead people through a four miles hike along the de Anza Trail and provide a bus for those who don't want to hike both ways. It's pretty level and you will get the feel of how it would be for Juan Baptista (Spanish explorer) and Fr Keno using this trail years ago. Bring your camera and good closed toed shoes.
Just a Note: We have a Tubac Fire Dept Ambulance with IEMTs, portable EKGs and a Medical Air Vac Helicopter two miles away. When I called them their ambulance came out and they were warming up the copter just in case I had to be air lifted. That's superior service and they connect you by 911.
I have a medical alert system and it went off while I was working and they came out to see if I was OK.
Holy Cross in Nogales is the best equipped hospital nearby, but Santa Cruz Regional is just getting more advanced things. Doctors are always available at Holy Cross and St Mary's in Tucson along with six other fine hospitals. Holy Cross reads X-rays and other scans by emailing it to a specialist and get immediate feedback from a radiologist.
We also have dialysis center here too.
Az Tax License: 21445832

Property manager

9288537453 call or text only

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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
  • Note from host: Owner has serious reaction to cigs

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dog that is Over 2 Years/fixed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Fenced/2 car garage

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Serenity Warm Sunny Arizona Tubac Has Beautiful Views Birds Galo

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore have a pool?

Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore has a heated pool and a communal pool.

Does Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore.

Is there a private hot tub at Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore?

No, Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Serenity in Sunny Arizona with tons of birds and shade trees! Bike Trail Galore Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G., Bakersfield, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice clean quiet home
Home was great and the host Maryann was very accommodating ....she went over and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and happy..... extremely sweet lady :)
Stayed 60 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Enjoyable Stay
The property is as described. It is a little more remote then we thought, however, once we got our bearings we thoroughly enjoyed our time. The birds were fabulous, we didn’t realize we were in a prime location for bird watching. We purchased some suet at the bird store in Tubac at sat back a watched the action. If you are a bird enthusiast this is the place, one suggestion would be to have an Arizona Bird book available and a hummingbird feeder and seed available would be great! We also thoroughly enjoyed the pizza at the Del Rancho pizza place 5 min down the road! We also throughly enjoyed the Juan Barista Trail, which can be accessed at various points, including the trail just off the exit, Palo Parado. We didn’t find the community pool, although we didn’t ask about it, it would be helpful to have that info available. Tubac was wonderful, the Tubac Golf course was great and we had an amazing dining experience at Elvira’s, highly recommended. We would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in the desert
This is a spacious home with a lot of natural light, mountain views, spectacular sunsets, amazing birds and peace! Also a great bathtub! We had a fantastic 6 weeks! We would love to return to this paradise.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Online listing
Advertised as having two queen beds in a room, two twins beds in a room and a queen bed in the master. But there was only two beds in the house. Cots do not counts as a twin or a queen bed!!!! Otherwise all was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art L., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great home and area. Maryanne was great at communication.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myrna D., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
My husband, furbaby and I were very comfortable in Maryann's property. The home is well furnished and the master bed was very comfortable. The views are outstanding and we had a wonderful time taking walks and watching a variety of birds that visited the property. Maryann is a wonderful hostess. She even brought us amazing blueberries.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M., Littleton, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Great bird watching in a secluded spot.
This was a nice house with everything we needed for our week long stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arizona Hiking
The property was in an excellent location. There was a beautiful hike within 3 miles called the Anza trail. Madera canyon was not far and Patagonia hiking was awesome. The house and property was in an awesome location. Very clean and private. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rio Rico House
Property was conveniently located within easy driving distance to all areas between Tucson and the border.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in Arizona
Enjoyed our 2 week stay at this nice house. Maryann was very helpful and communicated well. Easy to relax in this scenic country setting with many birds and wildlife.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Peace in the Desert
So thankful that this property turned out to be exactly what we were looking for. We so much enjoyed being able to walk on the surrounding streets nearly void of traffic with our dogs. The house was comfortable and our host, MaryAnn did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable. We had some amazing sunsets, along with some cows who came to visit and a coyote. Saw a bobcat and several roadrunners too. Rio Rico is a wonderful area full of wildlife. I found a hummingbird feeder under the sink, made up some nectar and had hummingbirds drinking it within two hours. Many different varieties. A bird watchers mecca. Thanks, MaryAnn for opening up this home to us.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Breanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arizona house
We had a great experience with the house and the owner. We were there for 10 days for my sons allstar tournament. The owner was very kind and understanding of our needs during that week of baseball. We would stay again if we ever find ourself in that area again:) we were very pleased.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judi H., Plano, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Birds Galore!
Great house: has all the basics. Owner was very helpful. We loved all the birds at the feeders and the location is very quiet and peaceful. Plan to spend time relaxing on the patio!

10/10 Excellent

pam b.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay!
We enjoyed our stay and were very happy with the house and all it had to offer us. We spent time on the patio every day and enjoyed the incredible amount of bird activity! The views were outstanding and were everywhere you looked. Our dog also enjoyed the freedom of a fenced in yard ! The neighbors were wonderful-very friendly. Maryann was also great! Very helpful and informative. We enjoyed the location-very easy to get to wherever you wanted to go, but also out of the hubbub of lots of traffic and noise. We would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great winter
This property was more than we had hoped. We had not expected the semi-remoteness at first but welcomed the serenity very quickly. The desert was beautiful and full of surprises...the wildlife and birds were awesome. Great walking everyday. Great and easy shopping at either Nogales or Green Valley. Exploring the area was quick and easy. Maryann was sooo helpful and communicative in all our endeavours. We had an awesome winter getaway.
Stayed 53 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Remote but nice.
Nice place but needs some deep cleaning. Location is quiet away from lights and traffic with good views. While staying we had three days of rain and having an attached garage was a wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Inara R.

Quiet location, spacious home with breathtaking mountain views.
Our rental was a very positive experience. The home was large, airy, with all the amenities needed for a two month stay. The mountain and arroyo views were beautiful. The animal and bird life we had at our door step was great fun to observe (colorful birds each day at the seed feeders near the back porch, quail of many colors and types, pecked at the stones below the feeder, a roadrunner came almost every day to peck at his image in the slider glass on the porch, rabbits hopped by beyond the fences of the large back yard, and many other desert creatures went by as well). Mary Ann was a very attentive hostess, providing bird seed, maps, brochures of local attractions, extra paper products, improving the TV connection to assure we would not miss the World Series or any other TV programs! At first it seemed somewhat isolated from amenities, but we learned within two days to navigate for 10 minutes or so to almost all the places needed, whether stores, restaurants or local attractions. The room layout was such that we could have company stay over with ease in the spare bedroom and bath, use the study for computer work or quiet reading, have dinners in the sizable kitchen or the table and chairs on the covered porch and never feel we were falling over each other. The kitchen was well equipped for full meals with lots of spices and dry goods in the pantry unit. We highly recommend this home for anyone seeking a beautiful, restful vacation spot.
Stayed 57 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Wonderful place
Beautiful home, everything was provided that we needed as expected from the listing. We were all very comfortable and had a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Evan K.

Beautiful Home In Relaxing Surroundings
This wonderfully furnished home is easy to get to, along with a get-a-way feel. Not only is the inside comfortable, the outdoor space adds to a completely enjoyable & relaxing stay. It was such a delight having a home like this to end up at after a day of adventure & exploring. The homeowner, Maryann, is awesome to deal with. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Great location, roomy home.
Out in the country, safe and quiet location. Plenty of room, well equipped kitchen, nice seating area in the back. Internet did not work which was fine with me. Great central air. Hostess was very helpful and accommodating, even did family research for us before we arrived (this was a family trip back to our roots). I would stay again. Thanks for everything Maryann!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

PATRICIA B., OTTAWA, ILLINOIS

Quiet and peaceful, lovely mountain views.
Pros: In a very quiet, peaceful area. Lovely mountain views. House is clean, everything in working order. Garage is very nice for your car. Maryann lives close by and is very attentive and responsive to any issues. Stars are beautiful at night. Close to HIGHWAY 19 which is the main route to Tucson, National parks and most places you need to go. Cons: You are out in the country. Driving 20 minutes on Highway 19, for groceries, gas or restaurants.The only real shopping is at least 30 minutes away in Green Valley, where the best grocery stores can be found. Carpeting and furniture are older and worn, I did not find the furniture very comfortable, which may be personal choice. Water is very hard. I ended up buying drinking water. The fenced yard has very large stone which my dogs had difficulty walking on and would not go out on except to toilet.
Stayed 54 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jo G.

Nice home- NO INTERNET
The house is comfortable and in a pretty setting. The lack of internet, however, was extremely frustrating as I really needed it to conduct business. I spoke to the owner, Maryann, several times before booking the house about the internet strength and she told me that it was excellent; any problems that previous renters mentioned had been taken care of. This turned out to be false. There is no router or access point in the house itself. (She said it was too expensive.) The router is at the Maryann’s house down the street and she is trying to broadcast it to the rental. When I was able to get any connectivity, which wasn’t often, speed tests showed a download speed of less than 1 Mbps and an upload of barely over 0 Mbps. Maryann was over at the house or texting me daily trying to fix it but there are too many trees and the router is just simply too far away for it to work reliably. Nonetheless, Maryann still insists it works great. The house wasn’t clean and there were some plumbing issues, but Maryann had recently had surgery and said that she had someone else clean for her so, according to her, it isn't her fault. Overall, while it was a nice home in a pretty setting, it was a very stressful experience. I would not want to stay at this house or any of her properties again.

8/10 Good

Stephen D.

Great setting and well equipped home
We stayed at this home for three days in early April. It is in a rural location actually southwest of Tumacacori. The scenery is beautiful and the home is well equipped in the kitchen and entertainment area. The bedding is good quality and comfortable. We slept well. We could not get the internet to work consistently. I believe that an upgrade may be required here. If you need wi fi,you can go online at the nice coffee shop in Tubac. One reviewer said that you are 30 minutes away from supplies but I found the drive to Tubac to be under 20 minutes depending on whether you take the Interstate or the service road. We always expect to drive a fair bit when we go to Tubac, and the drive is very pleasant. There is a good restaurant in Tumacacori and the spice factory is there as well. Maryann lives nearby and is very hands on. She even filled the bird feeders for us. Her communication is excellent during the booking process and during your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Terry W., Portola, CA, USA

Lots of sunshine, birds and relaxation!
We enjoyed our two week stay at Maryann's property in Tumacacori. The house was clean, had a well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable furniture including the beds. Maryann was very conscientious about getting the internet working and with the extender we had very fast service. If you put out some bird seed and a hummingbird feeder in the backyard, you will be reward with a variety of birds. We would recommend this property to anyone who enjoys the high desert.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2016

4/10 Poor

June L.

11/13/2016
The location of this house is its main advantage and its main disadvantage. It's so far away from everything that you get a excellent unobstructed view of the surrounding mountains ; the small patio overlooks the sun as it sinks at night over the mountains ... very nice. On the other hand, you have to travel about 30 minutes to find groceries, gas, or even a cup of coffee, so that's the flip side. The house itself is quite comfortable and very clean ; but nothing lux about it , so don't overpay. The owner has provided all the basics except there is no barbeque , just a tiny charcoal grill - I would call it a hibachi. It is unlikely anyone would use it. The master bath is unusual. Cable TV is provided including Hi Def ; not a big screen TV but certainly adequate. Golfers cannot watch their favorite channel. Except for the following point, I would recommend this property for those who don't require any extras. We were told multiple times by the owner that the house had WiFi ; this turned out to be untrue. There was no Internet or Wifi available during our stay. My brother had counted on that feature to do some work away from his office ; as had the writer. The owner let us down on this point. Overall a would give a rating of 2 out of 5 ... had WiFi been included, 3.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016