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Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views.

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A heated pool
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Scottsdale, AZ
  • Tom's Thumb Trail
    6 min drive
  • Golf Club Scottsdale
    10 min drive
  • Troon North Golf Club
    13 min drive
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    50 min drive

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About the area

Scottsdale

Rio Verde Foothills stay.Your stay at this Rio Verde Foothills vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tonto National Forest and Tom's Thumb Trail. Golf Club Scottsdale and George "Doc" Cavalliere Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Golf Club Scottsdale - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Pinnacle Peak Park - 19 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Westworld of Scottsdale - 27 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Mayo Clinic Scottsdale - 38 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Proof - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Saguaro Blossom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Onyx Bar & Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dynamite Grille - ‬12 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.

Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views.

This beautiful house has a great layout for entertaining larger groups. As you walk through the front door you are greeted with a large, open concept living room, kitchen and dining room that is great for spending quality time with family and friends. The other end of the house contains a huge master bedroom with a king bed; patio access, incredible sunrises; huge ensuite bathroom and large walk in closet. The remaining 3 guest bedrooms are located down a short hallway. All of the guest bedrooms have queen beds with one of the bedrooms having a large wall mounted TV. This type of layout allows for privacy and quiet sleeping arrangements on one end of the house and large open areas to socialize and entertain and the other end.

The private backyard feels like your own private resort! There is a large heated pool, mature cactuses; and above ground hot tub/spa . Desert Birds frequent the bird feeder including cardinals; quail; woodpeckers and hummingbirds for hours of peaceful entertainment. The covered patio is a great place to relax in the shade; visit with family and friends or simply read a book. This area includes comfortable wicker furniture with multiple cozy chairs; couch and an outside dining table for four. As the evening cools down simply turn on the propane patio heaters or start a fire in the outdoor fire place. The house is located in a quiet neighbourhood with lots of nearby walking, hiking, biking, horseback riding and all terrain vehicle trails (Granite Mountain, Toms Thumb, Browns Ranch, Tonto National Forest and McDowell Mountain). Lots of golf courses are also close at hand as well as the famous town of Cave Creek. Don't miss the excitement of Wednesdays and Fridays where the Buffalo Chip has live bull riding!!

The house is a fully equipped with all the amenities including; waffle maker; Keurig Coffee machine; spare queen air mattress; playpen, high chair; wifi and an extensive library of Arizona plants/animals/history and activities. We also keep the house well stocked with condiments, spices, and all consumables so pack your bags and plan for an amazing holiday.

Property manager

Deb Harrison

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing on site

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
  • Deadbolt lock

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Fenced in backyard. No restriction of dog size.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Quiet time starts at 10 pm
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: Quiet time starts at 10 pm 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.

Property is also known as

North Scottsdale With Mountain Views; Private Heated Pool Spa!

Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Y., Homewood

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pool and patio area, spacious and comfortable interior, in desert ranch area
Well stocked home, Jenn-Aire appliances, comfortable couches and beds, beautiful mountain and desert views, clean and attractive pool and deck! It's a bit remote, ~30 minutes to 101 but provides stunning night sky and quiet surroundings and birds chirping.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki D., OMAHA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dessert mountain retreat
Being able to enjoy the stars and quiet beauty of the dessert. The great heated pool and juccuzi. Always enjoyed by kids and grandkids every day. We loved the help yourself policy. The first night we came in late and your not close to any retail .so looking in the cabinets and refrigerator for something to calm down. Hit the spot. Owner great always there to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend visit
Solid choice very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A., Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness
PARADISE!
This was my second stay in this gorgeous home!! Very clean and well decorated. Cozy patio with propane towers to keep us warm on those chilly nights! The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Our grandchildren were comfortable in the provided playpen and highchair. Oh, and for upkeep on the home during the week, the vacuums and mop/buckets were so handy! And lastly, the hot tub and pool were so lovely, just a great beautiful vacation in this home! Thank you to the owners who were attentive and available!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect In Every Way
Beautiful property with lots amenities. We had a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
Highly recommend. Lovely property and welcoming host
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation with kids and grand kids
This place is truly an oasis. House is beautifully furnished, stocked with all you will need, and the artwork is wonderful too. The yard and pool were beyond gorgeous. A perfect setting for relaxation desert style.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay outside of Scottsdale
This is a beautiful home with lots of space for everyone. The owner was extremely accommodating with our schedule and worked to get us into the home a day earlier than initially planned. The exterior of the property was well maintained and there were plenty of seating/lounging areas around the pool for us to enjoy the wonderful desert scenery.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arizona living
Awesome home. Well appointed with all the amenities. We enjoy hiking and mountain biking so the location is perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Southwest Getaway
This house is greatZ. The exterior and interior is thoughtfully decorated with a fun Western motif. The patio feels like a decadent little oasis, which you can continue to enjoy thanks to the panoramic view from the great room. Plus, you are surrounded by nature; during our walks around the neighborhood, and while looking out those windows, we saw quail and rabbits every day. Also, a neighbor takes their donkey out for morning walks right by the house :). I did yoga at night on the rooftop patio. I highly recommend doing that. I was surrounded by stars, and on occasion I could see lighting closer to the mountains. Gorgeous!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

George E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Our family fully enjoyed our time at Cactus Flats. The pool was terrific and the views were wonderful. We were there in one of the hottest weeks in June, so it was often much too hot to be outside in the middle of the day. We swam in the morning and then again in the evening and late into the night and avoided the hottest parts of the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore G., Coppell

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Overall it was a great experience. Beautiful home with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Trudy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
HOT
Enjoyed family and the home was a very nice place for us to all meet. The main A/C was not working from day 1 so was miserable in the house and where my husband and i slept. 100 degrees outside and no A/C! Keurigg coffee machine was a nice addition, however, no pods as stated in welcome book. Fridge absolutely full of other peoples half used …..whatever. Not okay especially with COVID. I had to deal with that before i could use it for our things just purchased from grocery. Overall felt as though house had not been looked after in quite some time prior to our arrival. I did water the plants that i could save. The hanging baskets and some plants dead already.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious
Cactus Flats was way more space than our family of three needed, but we rented it because of the outdoor space. It did not disappoint! Our only regret was staying so far away from shops and restaurants. We ended up doing more driving than we would have liked.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luann A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation at Cactus Flats
Our family stay there for a week relaxing, hiking and swimming. The house is super clean with great amenities! All of us enjoyed the stay, hopefully we will be back 😁
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cactus Flats is Wonderful
We celebrated Thanksgiving at Cactus Flats and had a great time. The property is beautiful and the scenery is amazing. It is all better than advertised. Deb, the owner, responded to questions quickly and was very helpful. My whole family loved the place and would whole heartily recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Trip. love the house
We returned for a second year and were once again very happy. It is a very comfortable home and no need t leave the house. We spent our days in the pool and hot tub and evenings at the barbecue. Had some nice trail runs in the Sonoran Reserve, Granite Mountain and the Fraersfield Trailhead. Thanks again for another great trip. Andrew
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debi F., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Elegant Retreat
Cactus Flats was 100% the perfect getaway we were looking for. For context, we were looking for a place with a pool in an inviting environment as all we wanted to do was relax by the pool and never really leave the house. This property gave us everything we were looking for. It is pretty remote; about 8 miles to the closest grocery store or restaurants, but we weren't looking for all that. The owners were very responsive and immediately addressed a minor issue we ran into; something that really could have waited until after we left, but they were right on it. I highly recommend his beautiful property and would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan G., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for a golf weekend
The check-in process was easy and the house was very clean. It worked out perfect for our group. Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cactus Flats
Absolutely fantastic week. Cactus Flats is a great home! We all enjoyed ourselves and was one of our best family vacations! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
Cactus Flats was the perfect vacation home for our family! The home was extremely clean and we felt very safe on our covid- cautious vacation. We enjoyed our coffee every morning looking at gorgeous Mountain View’s. We have three boys aged 7, 5, and 3. They swam everyday in the outdoor pool and took walks saying hello to the horses in the neighborhood. There was ample rooms and comfortable beds. There was even a pack and play for our youngest to sleep in. The full kitchen made cooking on vacation easy and enjoyable. The owners were very responsive to questions and we highly recommend their property for your next family vacation to Arizona!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This place is awesome. We all felt at home while here. Fully stocked and plenty of towels for pool and showering. The only thing is, it’s a little ways out of town. That would be the only negative I have, but some enjoy being away from all the hubub.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Flow, Near to Hiking
Utterly memorable. We stayed with our adult children as a late Christmas present to each other. We hiked, rode e-bikes and horses in the desert, and cooked with our Walmart pick up order. There is privacy and the opportunity to socialize in this property, which is just right on a vacation with 20 something kids. Well equipped and gives a feeling of Southwest luxury, which has a unique appeal to Minnesota folks. It was 25 below at home while we stayed, which only enhanced those evenings in the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Flats
The house was amazing, beautiful and very clean. The pictures don’t do it justice. The view was spectacular and the neighborhood was very quiet. The house had everything that you would need. The owner, Ron, responded to questions we had immediately. I would recommend this house and would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful
My family and I had such a wonderful stay at Catcus flats. The house was warm and comfortable. The pool and hot tub were perfect for the cool weather of early January. The views were spectacular. It's a little off the beaten track but we really liked being a little farther away from all of the hustle and bustle. It was quicker for us to get to the hiking trail heads that we like! From check in to check out, our hosts couldn't have been nicer and more accommodating. Instructions were easy to follow and everything worked as written. We had something come up mid trip and we had to stay longer. Ron and Debbie went out of their way to work with us to extend our stay so we didn't have to find alternative housing. Very easy to work with and very responsive when I contacted them. I whole heartedly recommend their place.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020