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An Oasis in the Desert

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A house with a black front door, a garage door, and a well-maintained front yard with plants.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a large window overlooking the garden.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a bench and chairs, a dining table, and a small garden.
A modern hallway with a round mirror, a black door with a glass panel, and a vase with orange flowers on a console table.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dark cabinetry, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gold Canyon, AZ
  • Place, Sidewinder Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gold Canyon Golf Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dinosaur Mountain Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mesa, AZ (AZA-Phoenix - Mesa Gateway)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gold Canyon

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Sidewinder Golf Course and within a mile (2 km) of Gold Canyon Golf Resort. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Sidewinder Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gold Canyon Golf Resort - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Dinosaur Mountain Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Arizona State University - 42 min drive - 35.6 miles
  • Talking Stick Resort Casino - 47 min drive - 43.2 miles

Getting around

  • Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toast - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gold Stallion Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

An Oasis in the Desert

A home away from home nestled in the foothills of the magnificent Superstition Mountains. Gold Canyon is a luxury golf course community that caters to everyone. It offers tranquility or adventure. Head out for a round of golf, horseback riding, numerous hiking and mountain biking trails. Only a 35 minute drive from Sky Harbor Airport. Surrounding cities offers even more entertainment, shopping, Spring Training, lakes and casinos. Desert living at its finest. Gated sub division, open floor plan, designer furniture, split master with walk in shower. Experience our beautiful Arizona sunsets in your private backyard resort sanctuary complete with 4 patios, 2 fountains, 2 fire pits and Genesis Weber Grill . Enjoy a cocktail by the Fire Table or sip your morning coffee on the patio listening to the chimes and birds. Pick Rosemary from the garden or lemons and grapefruits when in season. Play a friendly game of Croquet or Corn Hole in the back yard or practice putting on a Professional Golf Practice Mat. Enjoy a library of movies, books or play on the piano. Relax in front of the 62 inch TV to watch the NFL channel. Walk to restaurants, golf, hiking trails, live entertainment or Yoga.
Mi Casa es Su Casa
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: With a $100 nonrefundable fee

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children are free

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

An Oasis in the Desert Gold Canyon
An Oasis in the Desert Private vacation home
An Oasis in the Desert Private vacation home Gold Canyon

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gold Canyon, a short 18-minute walk from Gold Canyon Golf Resort and also 11 minutes on foot from Sidewinder Golf Course. You'll also find Tonto National Forest and Dinosaur Mountain Golf Course within a short drive.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), which is 21.1 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal), which is located 21.9 mi away (27-minute drive).

An Oasis in the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The owners were quick to respond to messages, it was clean, well taken care of, and the neighborhood was quiet and folks were very friendly. We would definitely stay here again and we highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was fully stocked and comfortable. The host was very responsive. The yard was private, inviting and peaceful. Solar lights everywhere! We've already booked next year.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome back yard and patio.

Great location, very comfortable home. Worked perfectly for visiting family.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Communication and Charming Property

A great and charming property to relax that is private, quiet, and within reasonable distance around the greater Phoenix area. Communication with the owner was prompt, helpful, and friendly. Highly recommend for an enjoyable visit to the Phoenix area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So pleased!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property totally fit our needs and we were very comfortable there. This home has an eclectic aesthetic that is perfection. The yard was our favorite part; we loved to sit outside and watch the yard light up in the evening.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Much needed serenity

Our vacation was complete with the peaceful and welcoming surrounds of this home. We admired the beautiful decor in the midst of the beautiful Superstitions. Thank you for giving us an oasis of serenity after a very stressful year.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location for hiking

The house is very cluttered and really dark. However for hikers, this is a great location to hit the trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

The property is exactly as show.n . Manager was very helpful and answered our questions. Neighborhood peaceful and quiet. Location was great for our family get together. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute home in great neighborhood

We had a great stay in this super cute home in a gated community. We felt safe and our dog enjoyed just chilling in the backyard. The owner was very pleasant and easy to deal with. They even left little treats for both my husband and I and our pup. Everything you need is close by. Lots of trails in the area. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Had a wonderful stay. Home totally furnished. Owner totally accessible. Had one issue with internet which owner stayed on top of internet provider and got resolved. Would certainly recommend this home
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation and Forever Memories

Bright and beautiful, with pops of colors in all the right places, this home was EXACTLY what my husband and I needed to breathe a deep sigh of relief and remember again what it means to live well. First, let me begin with the garden. I'm not sure if they are professional decorators or gardeners or what! But what I DO know, is they built a place to delight all five senses. I found myself letting my eyes wander for hours among the plants and cacti, flowers and pots! The trickling of water and wind chimes offered a meditative feel, while the sun warmed our skin through the fun sun shades! The warm air smelled like fresh baked earth, which we found so amazing and the BBQ works like a CHARM...We didn't think it could get any better... until.. THAT SUNSET set ablaze to the sky in a perfect crescendo to our outdoor delight. BRAVO, AZ! The inside was a perfect mixture of classic and modern. They did such a good job making it all flow. We love an open layout where my niece could crawl on the soft clean carpet while we prepared meals and beverages. The love and attention to this home is apparent in each and every room. The master suite was especially comfortable and inviting for afternoon naps; the bed was cosy and sheets so soft and divine. My husband even used the office to do some work while we were there. Wifi was easy to find and connect. TV and stereo were totally usable. All in all, if you're looking for a home away from home where you can unwind and relax, this is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful sanctuary in the canyon

Private and quiet home in perfect location at base of Superstition Mts. Hosts were very helpful and hands on when we had questions. House was perfect and fully stocked with everything we needed. We will be back next year.
Stayed 119 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Perfect!

Everything about our stay was Perfect! Diane’s backyard is truly an oasis in the desert.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great say in Gold Canyon, can't wait till next time.

Great say in Gold Canyon, can't wait till next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice back yard!

The house had everything you needed. It was a bit dark inside but comfortable. We wished the other bedroom was bigger as there were two adults who both wanted the larger bedroom. Alll in all we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful inside and out! Exceeded our expectations!

Great!