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Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool

Escape to this charming Tucson retreat where you can enjoy al fresco dining on your private patio surrounded by exotic plants or relax under twinkling lights near your saltwater spa pool.

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A heated pool
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool

There is a reason this house is loved by so many guests! This vintage home retains much of the original charm from when it was first built in 1916, but with just the right amount of modern updates to enjoy. Located in the Dunbar Spring Neighborhood, one of Tucson's first neighborhoods, adjacent to downtown and just 2 miles from University of Arizona, this 950 square foot home has one bedroom with a king-size deluxe bed for maximum comfort, a second bedroom with a queen bed and a pullout couch in the living room. It is decorated with a mix of antiques and modern pieces and contains quite a bit of art from latin and local artists. Heating, cooling and hot water tank are all new and energy efficient. Carport accommodates 2 cars and the driveway could readily house an RV. The kitchen has a full size gas range/oven and refrigerator and freezer. The kitchen is completely outfitted with everything you would need to cook/ bake at home, complete with pots, pans, bakeware, dish ware, toaster, blender, indoor grill, coffee maker, french press, expresso maker, a full array of herbs and spices. There is a full size washer and dryer. The bathroom has an oversize shower with 3 shower heads. There are 2 flatscreen TV's, one in the living room, one in the main bedroom, which also has a DVD player. The kitchen has a glass table with four chairs and outside on the covered, private patio, is another table and 4 chairs for outdoor dining.
The outdoor area is gated, private and ample filled with lovely exotic plants and the best part? The salt water spa pool with jets!
But the back yard!!!! This is one of the biggest highlights of our home! With the outdoor dining on the covered porch, the cozy outdoor fireplace with seating, the tranquil sound of the fountain, the bistro area, the safe and gated salt water spa/pool with outdoor seating, this is a place to recharge as a single traveler, enjoy romantically as couple, have a blast as a family, or host a party or gathering with friends (the former owners told us once there was a party out there that housed 150 people!). There is a lovely cactus garden, outdoor bar, outdoor mini 'fridge, grill and twinkling outdoor lighting to enjoy your evenings!
Location:
Take the Sun link streetcar downtown to one of the many restaurants in the area, shops and art galleries. Just minutes to super fun 4th avenue and University of Arizona. Hiking spots are as close as 15-20 minutes away!

Property manager

Judy or Melissa

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Golf 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 950 sq ft (88 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Small dogs may be allowed. Call to discuss.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not toddler proof

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, outdoor lighting, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Fox Theatre - 17 min walk
  • Rialto Theatre - 20 min walk
  • Tucson Convention Center - 2 min drive
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive
  • Tucson Mall - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 19 min walk
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corbett brewery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪El Charro Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool located?

Located in Midtown, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Steinfeld Mansion, University of Arizona, and Tucson Convention Center. Cheyney House and Tucson Museum of Art are also within 15 minutes. Tucson Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Artsy Historic Downtown 2BR w large backyard & private Salt Water Spa Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucson
Enjoyed out stay especially the backyard
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating retirement
This was a wonderful stay in Tucson. Everything was close by and we loved the cactus gardens and cozy casa. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home
The landscaping and pool/hot tub very relaxing in a quiet neighborhood! Uber drivers were always available in less than 10 min. Excellent restaurants, beautiful town and the people were very nice! Would definitely stay here again 🌵🌺
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place in tucso
Too cold for us to use the outside much but this was a great location and a well-equipped house with a super responsive owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great yard
Lovely little cottage and a fantastic yard with a pool. We spent most of our time outside.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucson hideaway
Always a fun place. We'll be back. Close to 4th Avenue. And our kids live close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to downtown and the University
We really enjoyed our time at the property. We got used to the trains quickly, earplugs at night helped. The spa/pool was fabulous, after bike rides and hiking. We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Being one block awY from railroad crossing needs to be noted.
It was clean and cute. But the noise from the train being so severe needs to be noted.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

valerie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Time!
The owners were great to work with! When we needed to get in touch, they were available. The adobe house was perfect with a lot of character. The back yard was amazing. The Spa/pool was used daily and nightly. We could not have been happier spending 17 nights in Tucson. We will be back in Tucson many more times and hope Dunbar Springs is available. Thank you both for making this trip, great!
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Art M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucson city home
The property was clean great fenced in outdoor space with pool. Location was close to everything in city including restaurants, Tucson Museum of Art. I was in town for wedding and very happy with this property. Melissa the property owner was also excellent and responded quickly to questions I had. They allowed my dog and that was a big plus. The property is not a new build it is eclectic old Tucson charm. The kitchen is well equipped if you choose to cook. I ate out at several great Tucson restaurants I recommend this property
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E., Midland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely & well equipped
We stayed for a full week- enjoying everything that the Tucson area had to offer. The home was cozy and charming. The backyard was spacious and pretty- we didn’t use too much because it was unseasonably cold. But we used the spa pool after a day of rock climbing. The spa is a great feature - so much better than a hot tub! Owner was super responsive. Some decent restaurants walking distance (la Indita) and a small live theater (rogue theater - loved it)! We unreservedly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judi H.

Wonderfully appointed and private get away
My husband and I wanted to get away for the holidays and just chill this year. We couldn't have been more happy with cozy little house. This 100 year old adobe is beautifully renovated, yet it's history is maintained. From the minute you walk in, you feel at home. Nice linens, well appointed kitchen, laundry and comfortable beds. We had not planned on hibernating for 5 days, but ended up doing just that. We enjoyed our much needed down time and could not have picked a more perfect place. The yard is wonderful and our two little dogs thoroughly enjoyed it. Melissa could not have been more accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

David M., Charleston

Clean & convenient with historic charm
We stayed here for a week while we looked for an apartment for one of our kids who transferred in from U of HI. The house is as it appears in the photographs or better. The bedding is comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed and well equipped. The garden at the back of the house is beautiful and there are a lot of outdoor sitting areas. We were there in July and really appreciated the numerous shade structures. The pool is clean and well done. The instructions for the pool controls are well thought out and easy to use. Melissa communicates effectively and promptly. The train that some people complain about didn't really bother us. It's here and then gone 15 seconds later....really no different than any town in Europe. You can't really hear it in the house. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Property, love the yard!
Very convenient to U of A. Loved the yard and pool. Small, but worked perfectly for the four of us. Neighborhood is a little older but we felt comfortable walking to campus, even at night. We will be back to visit our son and will definitely keep this place in mind!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cute, older home ..lovely yard
The house has been updated. Great cozy kitchen with all needed appliances. Large fridge with great ice maker. Cozy couch/TV area. The bedrooms are nice size. Not all the outlets work in the bedrooms so challenge with night lights for reading. The mattresses are very soft; Too soft for me. The bathroom is nice. The shower is outstanding. Lovely outdoor area for sitting. Rustic and artsy. Covered parking was great for our stay in August. Also, dipping pool a huge plus. Loved the garden and cactus!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riz F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great little place
House is small, but great for two people. Nice back yard, small hot tub in back which was great. hosts were very responsive and great to deal with. Location is very close to everything, less than 5 minutes drive to the things we wanted to see and visit in downtown area. Only minus is that it is near train tracks and the freight train whistle can be hear multiple times in the evening but not a big deal for us. Also neighbor (not sure which one) lets their dog out very early in the AM and this thing barks for hours starting at like 6am all the way until around 9am, not sure how this dog can keep it up and how this owner is this inconsiderate towards his/her neighbors but these are the only two minor complaints and really have nothing to do with hosts or property amenities. Overall i would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary Clare L., Cairo, Egypt

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
cute & convenient
This is a cute little house with a little back garden and a tiny, very pretty fenced-in pool. The place has got lots of character and is well equipped. The lighting is a bit problematic for people who like to sit around and read, the walls are very dark except in the kitchen. The bedrooms are comfortable and attractive through. Unfortunately we experienced an invasion of flies while we were there, presumably due to the extreme heat outdoors, and spent a lot of time swatting them and feeding them to the spiders and lizard who hang out on the front porch. All in all, though, we enjoyed our stay. Thank you to Melissa for her support.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig P., Modesto CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations
Lovely home, comfortable bedding, clean and well stocked, what more could you ask for. Backyard and spa/pool were great. We would stay here again. We felt very welcomed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
This property was perfect for a romantic weekend getaway to celebrate our 20th. The outside space is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the garden.
We enjoyed the backyard. The pool was relaxing. Loved the trains. The blooms in the backyard were lovely. This was our second time in the house. We hope to be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Karl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucson 2021
Good experience, nice having small pool to cool off and relax after a day sightseeing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spring break trip!
Truly enjoyed our time in Tucson and this property. Owners were very responsive and communicated well prior to and during trip. The house accommodated our family of five well and the backyard, plus pool/spa, provided a wonderful space for relaxing. Yes, trains play a part in the overall experience but were not anything that detracted from our enjoyment. Spent Easter dinner out on the covered porch in backyard and grilled steaks on the grill. Great time and would book this property again (perhaps even this fall) ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten O., Wauwatosa, WI, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spring Getaway Location
We loved the little house and beautiful outdoor area. We came down for hiking and exploring the parks and couldn’t have picked a better place. We were centrally located with easy access to all the parks. The spa pool was perfect for relaxing after a day outdoors. The kitchen was great and allowed us to create picnic lunches or quiet dinners in, eating under the twinkling lights. And our dog loved the gated yard! I’m hoping to be back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021