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Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park

Tucson vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
A rustic dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a clock on the wall and a window with curtains.
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Saguaro National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tucson

In Tucson .A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Saguaro National Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Sus Picnic Area. King Canyon Trail and Red Hills Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Saguaro National Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Old Tucson Studios - 18 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Tucson Mall - 47 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • University of Arizona - 48 min drive - 24.0 miles
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 60 min drive - 30.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 31 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nico’s Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Horseshoe Barbeque - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ironwood Terraces Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Phoebe's Coffee Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park

Imagine being in a story book round house with turqoise and golden floors, set on 2.5 acres of Sonoran desert facing the Tucson Mountains. Having lived our lives here in the desert, we newly renovated our family adobe block home ourselves, as artists and builders, to capture what we love about the desert and the local culture. It is earthy and elegant, like a yurt inside, one big open and spacious room with a stunning wood ceiling. Only the bathroom is separate with a beautiful Moroccan Tadelakt walk-in shower and claw foot tub. The full kitchen has a Mexican Talavera tile counter top, full sized refrigerator, stocked with all the basics, espresso machine, and many amenities.
The backyard is fully fenced with a ramada for shade, a fire pit, and a propane barbecue.
The desert property is filled with saguaro cactus, and native plants. You can enjoy a meal under the ironwood tree, watching the sunsets or mountains . Perfect for astronomers and night sky enthusiasts as this is a dark sky designated area with the world famous Kitt Peak Observatory less than 50 miles away. Great for hikers with Saguaro National Park trails within minutes , and many cycling and mountain biking opportunities.
The Sonoran Desert Museum is 6 minutes away. Old Tucson , once a Film Studio for over 300 Western Movies , now a theme park, is a 15 minute drive through the park. Iron Wood National Monument is a 15 minute drive to the west for wide open uninhabited desert experiences and hikes with ancient petroglyphs.
Downtown Tucson is only 30 minutes away and Tucson International airport is also only 40 minutes away. The Tucson Mountains separate this home from the city so you’re able to enjoy the peace of the desert yet still “go to town”. Plenty of private parking including trailer and or an RV.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets must be flea/tick free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This is1000 sq ft and is an open studio space

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: This is1000 sq ft and is an open studio space
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Note from host: This is1000 sq ft and is an open studio space For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.4 mi (17-min drive) away from the Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino del Sol (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park to downtown Tucson?

This vacation home is 14.5 mi away from Tucson.

Elegant magical rustic round house by Saguaro National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved the property! Was so nice to be away from the city. The house had everything you could possibly need, and really felt like home. All communication with the host was quick and easy, and you can tell they really care.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an excellent place for hiking and spending time in the desert. The park is close and public land is close too. The hosts are very nice and responsive people. It is a fun place to stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay in the unique artsy round house, with many comforts and amenities thoughtfully provided by our host, Diane. Loved the big shower and the deep tub to soak in after a long hike. Diane responded quickly to any questions and set out books and puzzles for down time. Even brought us some fresh chicken eggs from her neighbor!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at this charming circular house. The host was very accomadating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I can't say enough about this wonderful, eclectic, and comfortable house. It is a distance (about 30 minutes) from the traffic and craziness of Tucson, which we appreciated. It is right on the edge of the Saguaro National Park (west), so we had a front row seat to hiking and watching the sunsets. Diane (out host) was welcoming and went out of her way to make certain we had everything we needed. When we did have a question/need she took care of it immediately. We had 2 dogs with us, and she even had coverlets and bowls for them. The fenced in back yard is nice to have for dogs also.This is the most well equipped Vrbo I have ever stayed in. The pans, coffee machines, washer and dryer, etc was very nice sturdy equipment (as opposed to mixers that won't ever chop one ice cube). It was much appreciated.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So happy with our stay at the round house near the end of January. The house is as described and charming. King sized bed was wonderful after a full day hiking & exploring in the nearby national park and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking a meal. We enjoyed the outside fenced patio and yard with our little dog too. Communication with Diane was quick and easy and she was a wonderful host. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Easy check in early!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nelson B., Miami, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic get away .. out in desert.. will visit again:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Round House is enchanting and Diane was a simply lovely host. Every detail was attended to. Freshly baked bread from a neighbor, the fire was set and everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very charming and relaxing! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and beautiful home base

This home is far more beautiful than the pictures can show; it's earthy and artistic, and not in the "cliche" desert way. The color scheme echoes the desert sunsets, and the furnishings and decor are fascinating as well as functional. The hosts were incredibly responsive, with suggestions about places to eat and things to see, while not being at all intrusive. We came to Tucson to experience the wildlife, and it could not have been better situated for visits to Kitt Peak, Mount Lemmon, and Madera Canyon. Best of all, the Saguaro National Park and Ironwood National Monument were both minutes away, and the surrounding area has areas with water and agriculture, which led to a parade of toads following the first rains of the season. On a related note, the AC is an evaporative cooler; it works differently from a freon AC and requires very dry air to work efficiently, so don't expect it to get as cold inside during monsoon season.
Amazing!
View from inside front.
Back porch inhabitant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply wonderful.

Diane is an excellent host. House has many amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Could not imagine better place to stay for hiking in Saguaro National Park

Our family stayed here for one week on a hiking trip in Saguaro Park. There are many trails close by, and the best is, that house is surrounded by the same scenery like inside of the park with saguaro a few feet from the back porch dining table. Weather was warmer than usual, but the concrete floor, brick walls and silver roof kept the house cool. We did not need to run A/C at all. Very authentic and beautiful place. I did enjoy the espresso machine, because coffee is important. We also toured Kitt Peak observatory and Titan 2 intercontinental ballistic missile site museum.I would also recommend driving for sunsets to The Red Hills Visitor Center or Dessert Discovery Trail. After sunset, the sky at the house is so dark, with many stars and there is almost always some satellite visible by plain eye.Host is very friendly and knowledgeable of the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sonoran Delight

Perfect place for headquartering a Sonoran Desert experience---so many beautiful trails and places that are very close. A real classic Arizonan desert environment, with a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Desert Getaway

We loved our stay! It was perfect for my husband and I - we loved the unique, rustic aspects with all the necessary comforts. It was so close to the scenic Saguaro National Park, and a short drive into Tucson. We enjoyed sunsets next to an outdoor fire, and wandering through the desert landscapes on property. Diane was a great and helpful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Desert Oasis

Very beautiful, peaceful home. The thoughtful layout of the home and fenced back yard was perfect for us and our dogs. Excellent comunication from the host. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

My husband and I booked this home for a little get-a-way. The sunsets are beautiful and enjoyed our evening walks. The home was beautiful,spacious, and clean. I loved how everything in the round house was round too! Instructions were easy. Everything we needed to cook with was in the kitchen. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024