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Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.

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A sunset view from a covered outdoor area with a wooden structure and a decorative wall.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a brick floor, overlooking a desert landscape.
A kitchen with yellow cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a white stove, and a microwave.
A living room with a patterned sofa, a mounted TV, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A bedroom with a red bedspread, two framed pictures on the wall, a bedside lamp, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rio Rico, AZ
  • Place, Tumacacori National Historical Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Chili & Spice
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rio Rico

This apartment is located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Tumacacori National Historical Park. The apartment includes conveniences like a kitchen.
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What's nearby

  • Tumacacori National Historical Park - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Chili & Spice - 13 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Tubac Presidio State Historic Park - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Tubac Golf Resort - 20 min drive - 12.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gatsby - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Soto's Outpost Mexican Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Elvira's Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Italian Peasant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Stables Ranch Grille - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.

Stay with us in our new guest house situated on 40 acres in the middle of the Sonoran desert. Walk out the front door into the desert and birdwatch in a world famous birding area.
After experiencing a jaw dropping sunrise you could drive to Nogales Mexico, golf or shop in the art community of Tubac .Then enjoy the sunset by the fireplace in your private gated courtyard perfect for pets. If you are looking for a private getaway to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the desert this is the place. We would enjoy having you
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • 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 and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this apartment?

This apartment is located in Rio Rico, close to Tubac Center of the Arts, Tumacacori National Historical Park, and Tubac Presidio State Historic Park. Avalon Organic Farms ans Eco Village is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Is parking available on site at Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Are there hot tubs at Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.

Are there connecting rooms at Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace.?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace..

Secluded desert guest house with outdoor fireplace. Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & relaxing. Great views. The outdoor fireplace is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Janis were great hosts. The guest house is pet-friendly. Their 2 dogs interacted well with our 2 dogs. The location is private, quiet, and out in the countryside in the Sonoran desert. Lots of birds singing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the little outdoor fireplace to admire the starry skies and sunsets. The casita is comfortable and rustic, with unique handmade details. Owners live on site and are friendly and happy to help with any questions. Lovely dogs that like to say hello. It’s a bit away from town, but I enjoyed the quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at John and Janis’s place. It was very peaceful…..beautiful mountains in the distance, tons of stars in the sky at night. And free range cattle, which visited several times a day! And Sprinkles and Darby were excellent host, also! It seemed very remote….in a good way!…but was only 15 minutes from Tubac, so we were able to go to visit the shops and art galleries easily. When you go to Tubac, make sure you go eat at Wisdoms, which is a wonderful 5th generation Mexican restaurant that John recommended to us. We would happily return to the casita the next time we go to Tubac.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026