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Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking

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Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
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Interior
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10381 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Gym
    Gym

About this property

Entire place

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

Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking

Venture across miles of trails lined with the natural beauty of Arizona, all steps from this 5-bed, 4-bath vacation rental in Tucson. The ornate interior offers upscale accommodations for your group to unwind with ease, while the beautiful outdoor area invites you to soak in the serene surroundings. Located in the ‘Historic Horse Thief Ranch,’ this private oasis features a desert botanical garden, outdoor sitting areas, and prime location backing up to trailheads and a 450-acre nature preserve!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Furnished Patio & Courtyard | Hot Tub & Fire Pit Access | Pets Welcome | TPT-21376895

With beautiful mountain views, a desert botanical garden, and small private sitting areas for conversation and meditation, your private group oasis awaits!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: King Bed, Queen Bed

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Fenced-in yard for pets, pool, 2 8-person jacuzzis, 2 fire pits (each w/ seating for 5), desert botanical garden, bikes, yoga mats, fitness area, washers/dryers, tennis racquets/balls, courtyard w/ water fountain, covered & furnished porch, outdoor kitchen w/ KitchenAid grill & smoker, private entry & exit gates
INDOORS: Tile flooring, elegant full bar, 6-person table w/ antique chairs, open layout, exposed beams, brick fireplace, ornate decor
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, center island, wooden cabinetry, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
BEDROOM SUITE: 4K TV w/ Direct TV & Roku, massage chair, armchair, en-suite w/ clawfoot tub, walk-in spa shower w/ dial-in temperature & Jacuzzi tub
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels, air conditioning, central heating, cleaning essentials,
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), additional vacation rentals on-site, 6 exterior Blink cameras (facing outward)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 4 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Pantano River Park Trail (on-site), Sabino Canyon Recreation Area (4.9 miles), Agua Caliente Park (11.6 miles), Sentinel Peak Park 'A' Mountain (14.6 miles), Saguaro National Park East (16.9 miles), Saguaro National Park West (26.8 miles), Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley (36.0 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Trail Dust Town (3.8 miles), Tucson Botanical Gardens (7.1 miles), The University of Arizona (9.8 miles), Historic Fourth Avenue (11.4 miles), Mercado San Agustin (13.1 miles), Old Tuscon (21.4 miles), Colossal Cave Mountain Park (23.6 miles)
MUSEUMS: The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures (6.5 miles), Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium (10.0 miles), Pima Air & Space Museum (12.2 miles), Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (24.5 miles)
EVENTS: Fourth Avenue Street Fair (11.4 miles), Arizona International Film Festival: The Screening Room (12.1 miles), Tucson Gem & Mineral Show: Tucson Convention Center (12.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Tucson International Airport (16.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 22 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Looking for more space? The owner of this listing also has more available properties at the same location. There are 3 more casitas and a larger home available to rent so you can bring more family and friends (please inquire for more information)
- NOTE: There are other vacation rental units on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: There are 5 bedrooms, but only 3 are currently pictured (more photos to come)
- NOTE: This property has a flexible maximum occupancy
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 6 exterior security cameras: camera 1 faces the entry gate and main parking area, camera 2 faces the south parking area, camera 3 faces the southeast backyard grill area and jacuzzi, camera 4 faces the tortoise pen on the southwest corner of the backyard, camera 5 faces the northwest fountain area, and camera 6 faces the front yard and entry door for the main home. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 6 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking 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

General

  • Unit size: 4100 sq ft (381 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

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 Registration Number 21376895

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking Tucson
380287

About the neighborhood

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club - 10 min drive
  • Park Place Mall - 11 min drive
  • Sabino Canyon - 12 min drive
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 15 min drive
  • University of Arizona - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 24 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking located?

Located in Catalina Foothills, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Trail Dust Town, Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center, and El Dorado Medical Center. Coronado National Forest and Gaslight Theatre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Tucson Home by Nature Preserve; Perfect for Hiking Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Holly Springs, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
4 guys on a golf trip to Tucson. House was great with plenty of room and great back yard. Convenient to plenty of courses.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise Bathroom Arrangement
The house is very spacious and met our needs. The grounds outside were very nice. Kendra is very accommodating. The kitchen is nice and had most everything we needed. Our biggest surprise was the second bathroom in the master bedroom. The shower door in that bathroom kept falling off, so essentially we had three bathrooms to use instead of four. When you say it is five bedrooms and four bathrooms, you should explain that two bathrooms are in one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time Once Again
We’re a group of eight men ranging in age from 72 to 90 and this is our fourth time staying here. Like in the past, this was the perfect setting for our homebase as we enjoyed nearby, restaurants and sites in Tucson. We also love the indoor and outdoor generous meeting spaces as well as using the hot tub. We definitely recommend it and will be soon booking for our next year‘s visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID W., Abbotsford Southwest

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Had a great time, fantastic property and the owners were a pleasure to meet... we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yetta D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
Host was extremely helpful and responsive. House was perfect for a small family reunion. All beds were comfortable, kitchen was wonderful to work in with plenty of space to cook and keep food in large refrigerator. Table seating was ample of the 12 of us and there was a very large, comfortable sofa in front of the large screen TV. The grounds were well maintained and a gardener was on the property. We didn't use the two hot tubs or the outdoor kitchen, but both looked wonderful. I would highly recommend this property. It was a joy to be there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool place!
My family loved the beautiful house and all the space! Great place to hang out and chill for a few days. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Vaidya

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay at Horse Thief Ranch
We had a pleasant weeklong stay at the ranch main house. The check in process was simple and the place was set up to be quite user friendly. The house does have a couple of quirks, like one of the guest bathrooms being inside the master suite (which has a different master bathroom), and the only access to that guest bathroom being through the master suite door. The guest bathrooms are dated in general. But overall the place has a good amount of room, the expected rustic ambience, and our group had an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
SO MUCH FUN
Horse Thief Ranch is such a special place. First, Kendra and Keith are lovely people. Then, the property is beautifully decorated with fascinating pieces of art, cool furnishings and comfortable beds. Our family of eight could spread out or longe together in the hot tub, which we did many times. The property is located close to all the activities that interested us, such as the Saguaro National Park, Colossal Cavern, downtown, etc etc. We loved Horse Thief Ranch and couldn’t recommend it more.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Team H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun property!
Great property with a main house and a few Casitas on site. Great for a large group with lots of outdoor space to gather.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
This property was better than expected, so much space inside and out! The open kitchen and family room was perfect for gatherings.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson Getaway
Great open space. Very peaceful! Away from all distractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent relaxing RANCH Stay!
WOW, all the room, the quiet, the TURTLE (LOL)....lot's of space, plenty of bathrooms, Hosts were FANTASTIC! Best VRBO we have ever stayed in.....
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, comfortable place to stay!
Great and comfortable place to stay with a large group AND there is a beautiful tortoise as an added bonus!! Great space both inside and outside, very relaxing and ideal for families or a group of friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sprawling home and grounds perfect for our group of siblings and spouses.
Relaxing experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great multi family getaway
Great space to have multiple families
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

emily v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson!
Photos and description were perfect! Great space for 9 adults - wonderful location and the house had everything we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family reunion property
The house +1 casita was the perfect spot for my family to gather. The grounds were fantastic for outdoor socializing and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to cook an Easter dinner. The best surprise was the resident tortoise, Myrtle! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini ranch
Very nice. Had all we needed and the view was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frederick S., High Point, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun House
Great stay in Tucson. Interesting house. Great outdoor space. Will return.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson Golf Trip February 2022.
This was an amazing property perfectly suited for our golf group. The kitchen, bedrooms, family rooms, and bathrooms accommodated our group of 9 very well. We met the owners and found them to be very pleasant and professional hosts. Looking forward to staying there next year if our group visits Tucson-- Brian Schwalm, Pueblo West Colorado.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large group for Tucson Gem show.
Our third stay here. We love this place and the owners. It is our favorite place to stay when in Tucson.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion/UA Homecoming
Our family group of 12 had a wonderful time! The hot tub and pool were popular…and all the girls loved the fancy double shower! Everything we needed was there, …couldn’t have asked for better accommodations. We’d love to return.Thank you for creating a welcoming experience for us. Linda Munk
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jade C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group
Stayed at this property for 8 nights with my co-residents during a course and it was a great place for all 7 of us. While a little further from downtown, this property had a good amount of bedrooms and bathrooms as well as a large kitchen/common area and backyard. Kendra was easy to communicate with and answered all questions in a timely manner. Overall, it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Susie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Save yourself the headache, book with someone else
The property was and the location were okay, however we had several issues with the owner (Kendra) that are going to ensure we don’t stay here next time. I needed a place for a business trip w/16 people, and thought I lucked out when I found this property, listing a sleep occupancy of 20. On the day before our check in I pulled up the property listing and noticed that it listed a maximum occupancy of 12, but they didn’t notify us of any changes. I contacted the rental company to check in about the discrepancy & they told us that the occupancy policy changed but that they’d still honor our 16. After we met the owner I knew this stay wouldn’t be all smooth sailing. Aside from the fact that she was visibly nervous around my party (most of whom were young black men), she began walking me through the house and listing the value of her belongings to emphasize how important it was that we not destroy anything. “That’s a custom 20-something thousand dollar couch so please don’t allow anyone to even SLEEP on it”. I assured her that we are here for business and had no intention of any raucous behavior. She went on repeat multiple times that they always “take a very close inventory of everything in the house” after check out, and stated several times in the walk through that they’d know if we took any of their things. Something tells me she doesn’t do this with guests who look a *little* more like her. The property doesn’t allow smoking AT ALL, so be aware. We were told upon checking in that any smoking needs to be done “in the back of the property”. On the early morning of our second day the owner came in to the large back area of the property and saw someone smoking. She approached me and stated that there was no smoking at all and that we had to leave the property to do so (also understandable if she had communicated it clearly). I apologized and told her I misunderstood her on the previous day and that I would correct the issue. 30 minutes later we got a call from the rental company stating that she reported us for violating policy by “smoking INSIDE the house”. I let them know this was an inaccurate description of what happened but I assured them that there wouldn’t be any other issues. I’m assuming the purpose of the owner reporting is to make sure we now have to fork out the additional cleaning fee. I’ve never felt this uncomfortable renting from STR (and I do it often), Kendra should probably reevaluate owning a VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!!
We had such a lovely stay at the Horse Theif Ranch!! Kendra, Keith (owners) and Amanda (helped to manage the property ) were all very nice and helpful. To summarize our stay.....We had 12 people in our family visiting the Tuscan area (1 is a resident to the area) and it was super comfortable for us to enjoy as a family during the day with 8 of us staying over night. We stayed for 9 days and did not have any issues at all. The house is FULLY stocked with everything you need to enjoy your vacation (just stock your own food and beverages!) Some of our favorite features were the HUGE spacious master bedroom with 2 full bathrooms (that shower tho!!!) It includes a beautiful claw foot tub and a good sized double steam shower (really, it was one of our most favorite features). Most of the beds are adjustable. My kids loved that they got their own bedrooms, which are all decent sized. The outdoor patio was amazing too! We loved visiting with Myrtle the Turtle (tortuous but nothing rhymes with tortuous. Lol) And having an overground pool and jacuzzi was fantastic (we just wish we came during the year when the temps outside were not quiet as hot... it got up to 113) The front patio/ sitting area is so serene and overall the whole house is decorated with a lot of thought. It's fun, eclectic and beautiful. And ohhh my what a view!! Mountains every where you looked! The bedroom on the other side of the kitchen has a king and queen which worked best for my in laws because my brother in law is handicapped. The only 2 things we didn't love was how small the bathroom was for my in laws (cause they are all tall) and the bar was not open to guests. But those were anak things compared to how wonderful everything else was. If you are having an event and want to rent out the full property or a family gathering here in Tucson, this is definitely the house to rent!!! If we ever make it back to Tucson, Horse Theif Ranch will hands down be where we stay!