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The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Aerial view
TV, fireplace, video games, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly

Summary:
5 bedrooms, Pet friendly, Pool/hot tub, pool table, ping pong, darts

The Space:
This is one incredible property to make your home base while in the Scottsdale area!  From the 1+ acre lot with mountain views, to the private pool and hot tub (both completely resurfaced in August 2022) to the super comfortable house, you can't find a better spot to stay.  Enjoy the "Sunset Room" to see some of the most beautiful sunsets around or enjoy a night of gaming in the game room with a full sized pool table, dart board and Pacman machine.  Golf and top notch mountain biking are within minutes of the house, and best of all, we do allow your dog to accompany you. Per City of Scottsdale short term rental regulations we cannot sleep more than 6 adults and any of their dependent children. With that said we can sleep 10 max.  This is NOT a party house!  We do not allow bachelor/bachelorette parties, weddings/rehearsal dinners or any other events in our home. Our STR license with the city of Scottsdale is 2024737. As of June 2024, the house will be for sale. We are only opening the calendar 60 days prior to present day. Please do not book if you aren't comfortable allowing the house to be shown with 24 hours notice. We would never okay a showing without your permission but we are actively trying to sell and will offer money back or something like that if a showing request is made that you can allow.

We purchased this property in December of 2020 and have spent the last few months renovating it and getting it ready for rental.  Its such a great space we wish that we could spend all of our time down here!  We are property managers in Crested Butte, Colorado and while we operate our business there we do have folks on the ground in Scottsdale to help you.  We've tried to craft this house to offer the most comfort and enjoyment for any sized group that comes in.  Its a pretty special place that we truly hope you will enjoy.  With all that said, this is NOT a party house!!  This is a house for friends and family to create incredible memories, great laughs and to just enjoy life.  Our intent is not to create a "party house".  If that is what you are looking for, you will find many other houses that cater to that.  

Upon walking into the home you will find yourself in the living room with a comfortable sectional couch and large smart tv.  The office is right next to this space and has a full sized pullout sofa for 1-2 people and a desk for those that need to work.  You have 2 French doors to shut this space.  Also nearby is the powder bath for this floor and the stairs to the 2nd level.  Walk through the living room to the dining room that seats 8 people at the table.  You can then enter the kitchen which has been newly renovated with a quartzite countertop and new cabinet doors.  The kitchen is fully equipped with all of your cooking needs from pots and pans, small appliances, platters, plates, utensils, you name it its there.  There is also a breakfast table that can sit 6-8 with an extra leaf available to add if needed.

From the kitchen you can enjoy chatting with your crew in the very comfortable family room with oversized sectional couch and large flatscreen tv.  While you can see a fireplace in the photos it is unusable as we have permanently capped the chimney and will be adding an electric fireplace in fall of 2022 along with new surround tile.  You can also exit to the patio from here and enjoy eating at the patio table that seats 6, head to the private pool and hot tub that is separately fenced for safety or just hang out on the numerous patio and lounge chairs.  There is also a large grill just outside the patio door.

Also on this floor you will find the junior master suite with a king bed, walk in closet, flatscreen tv, and full bath with tub shower/combo.  Exit this room and continue to the laundry room with a full sized washer/dryer and utility sink.  Exit from here into the spacious 2 car garage (its technically 3 but we do leave a car in the garage on the far side) which also has an extra fridge and another full sized washer/dryer.

The 2nd floor has the other 4 bedrooms.  The master suite is massive with a king bed and flatscreen television.  As part of the suite we have what we call the "Sunset Room" which is another office with a door and a full sized sofa bed.  There is a set of French doors from here that go out to the master balcony that has the best sunset views in the area.  The master bathroom has a claw footed bathtub, full travertine shower, marble topped vanity with 2 sinks and a separate room with the toilet.  You will also find a walk in closet for your belongings.  The entire master suite has a set of French doors to close off the whole space and individual doors to close off the Sunset Room, the bedroom and the bathroom.  Walk down the hallway and take a right to the other 3 guest bedrooms.  You will find one bedroom with a king bed and flatscreen tv, a queen bedroom and a twin bedroom with 2 twin beds. All have closets for your use.  These 3 rooms share one full bathroom with double sinked vanity with granite countertop and a tub/shower combo.  Exit this area and head to the game room which is a loft space above the living room where we have a full-sized pool table, dart board, putting game and a Pacman machine.

The front entry of the house has additional shaded patio seating to hang out.  Play Pickleball on the driveway (its portable). The yard has fruit trees to harvest grapefruit, key limes and oranges when in season as well as lots of native plants and our personal favorite the "Funky Saguaro".

While the house can sleep many configurations of people, we find its probably most comfortable for 2 families. We allow 1 well-behaved dog to come with you.  In certain circumstances we do allow 2 pets so please reach out to us if you want to bring 2. If you aren't bringing  a pet please let us know and we'd be happy to refund that pet fee back to you.

The house is right next to Whisper Rock golf course and about 2 miles to Legend Trail.  You can also hop on your mountain bike and ride about a mile and a half and hop on the trail network in the Sonoran Preserve which could have you riding for days.  Trails are well marked and fun riding.  Those same trails are great for a day hike or head over to Pinnacle Peak or Black Mountain to get a bit of a climb in and see the panorama of the area.

The town of Cave Creek is just 5 miles away and is a cute western town with great restaurants and fun shopping. Grocery stores, spas and everything you really need is all within a few minutes of the house.  Doordash is a great amenity to get takeout and have it delivered so you can enjoy hanging out at the house.  Old Town Scottsdale, world class shopping, museums, major league baseball training, TopGolf, Casino's and nightlife are all within a 30 minute drive.  Barlett Lake with water skiing and pontoon boats is 20 miles away.  There are so many things to do in our area but we can assure you that after your days adventures you will enjoy coming back to our home where you can enjoy a breathtaking sunset, quiet solitude and resort style living in the most sought after area of Scottsdale.

The pool can be heated with 24 hours notice (it does take that long to heat it) at $100/day.  Unfortunately we do not allow burning of any kind on or in the property.

Arizona TPT license # 21383467

Renters 30 years and older are welcome.  As noted above you are welcome to bring 1 dog with you.  Often we can allow a 2nd dog with a request by you and an additional pet fee. Please let us know upon booking if you are bringing a pet. Renters less than 30 years of age are welcome with their parent or guardian. Unfortunately no cats are allowed.

Please note that our company does have a separate rental policy that will be emailed to you immediately after booking and this will need to be signed by you.  If you wish to see it prior to booking, just send us an email.

Guest Access:
Check in instructions are emailed 2 days prior to your arrival at 4 pm MST.

The Neighborhood:
Very quiet North Scottsdale location. Next to Whisper Rock and a few blocks to The Boulders. Mountain bike right out the front door.

Getting Around:
You will likely want a car. Uber's easy to catch to/from the airport.

Property manager

Shay

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • Boulders Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Legend Trail Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Troon North Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blu Burger Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Louie The Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spotted Donkey Cantina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly located?

This family-friendly Scottsdale vacation home is located in Pinnacle Peak, within 3 mi (5 km) of Boulders Golf Club and Legend Trail Golf Club. Desert Forest Golf Club and Desert Foothills Theater are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Funky Saguaro, 5 BR, pool/hottub, dog friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay for small work team
very comfortable. will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

F. H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House
Everthing was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Trip
Property matched description perfectly. Everything was clean and prepared for our stay, and the automated check in made it very flexible for schedule purposes. Amazing location for a golf trip, as we were 20min tops to each course we played. Would highly recommend to others and for sure would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family gathering
This property was wonderful for a family gathering. Very clean and well organized with amenities. The pool is not as large as it appears in the picture. The only negative was that 3 upstairs bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than advertised
The Funky Saguaro is a FABULOUS property. It exceeded our expectations in every way. Super well appointed, comfortable, and convenient. Four guys on a golf vacation - we've been renting different properties annually for 31 years. The Funky Saguaro might just be the best property we've ever stayed at. OUTSTANDING
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures!
Great house! Easy check in, management was friendly and helpful. Great location just what we needed for a weekend getaway! Hoping to go back real soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky AZ
Excellent space. Much larger backyard than expected. Pickle ball was fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Great place to just get away from it all. This home is situated in a very quiet neighborhood. Great desert views and relaxation all around. We plan on making this an annual spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary D., Parker

Liked: Cleanliness
GDD
Great location and all went well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Enjoyed our stay. Great golfing and hanging out at your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend
Had some issues with check in process but otherwise a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted M., The Woodlands, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Trip
Stayed two weeks. Good location. Excellent house. Everything you could need is there. Everything is new and it all works. TVs all the same, with Dish network so you do not HAVE to stream everything, which is convenient. DVRs allow recording programs. Best, most complete and well appointed house we have stayed in. Had mechanical problem with door lock when we arrived, call the number and got immediate help. Owners also responded to small problem immediately. Liked everything about the house.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Heaven in Scottsdale
The house is very comfortable, it’s within 30 minutes of the major golf courses in the area. It could use another shower but it worked out well. The kitchen was well appointed, furniture comfortable. The pool table was fun but not in a practical location, move it downstairs to the living room. The hot tub and pool were great after a day on the course. The mgmt company responded when needed. Thanks for that.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Great place for 8 guy friends to stay on a golf trip. 8 beds and plenty of space to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Golf Group
The house was fantastic. Very large, well equipped, and great technology.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
This home clean and extremely accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home!
The area was beautiful and the home was perfect for our group. We loved the backyard and sunrise/sunset views. Everything you need is in the home. Great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Great property in North Scottsdale area to accommodate a large group. Will definitely book this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual golf trip
Well appointed home with plenty of room for 5 ‘senior’ golfers. Excellent location near many of the courses we played. Very quiet and secluded. Used the hot tub a few times but not the pool as the weather didn’t support a cold dip! Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation
The property was beautiful and had lots for the family to enjoy! The beds were amazing! The roominess was perfect! The extra fridge was a plus! Can’t say anything negative! Loved the stay! Thank you so much for making it a great family get together!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni D., Plymouth MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning home and surroundings
Wonderful home for large family with breathtaking views of the desert. Everything you need to fully enjoy your time away. Serene environment but close to activities. Golfed, hiked, swam and had great meals in Carefree. House was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Highly recommend and would return in a minute [maybe in a cooler time]
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Redondo Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely FANTASTIC! My Family and I had an amazing time and the rental was definitely the, “Cherry On Top”! The house is big, beautiful, unbelievably organized, great, “attention” to every detail, and beyond comfortable. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Scottsdale area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super great house in the desert!
If you need a house that can hold a lot of people this place is for you ! Super great amenities and the grounds are really pretty!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R., Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience for all of us!
Our eleven year old grandson who is ultra high energy never got bored and never found time for his iPad! Ping pong, billiards, pool, hot tub and more. 🙌🙌🙌 Adults also very comfortable and able to relax. Kitchen appliances and grill, nice big kitchen table all contributed to the experience. The icing on the cake so to speak was the desert in bloom right on the property. We all enjoyed nature’s fragrances.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific option for our golf group
We are a group of friends who go on a golf trip each year. When we selected Scottsdale for this year, as we always do, we looked for a home to rent that could also act as golf central. This beautiful home was perfect. It had all of the necessary amenities and was close to all of our golf and dinners at local restaurants. Our questions were always promply answered by the owners. I recommend this home. Stu
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023