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Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife

Holiday home in Tucson with kitchen and fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Nestled in a boulder-studded canyon, this adobe casita offers a peaceful retreat with a commanding view of Tucson. With its rustic charm and modern conveniences, couples can unwind by the wood burning fireplace or explore the surrounding desert. Enjoy complimentary coffee, high-thread-count sheets, and attached covered parking.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife

Holiday home in Tucson with kitchen and fireplace
A water park, laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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 not allowed
Note from host: We do NOT allow pets. Please book elsewhere.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 21522400

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Casino del Sol - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Tuscon Spectrum - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • AVA Amphitheater - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Casino of the Sun - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mission San Xavier del Bac - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 26 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife located?

Located in Drexel Heights, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Tuscon Spectrum, Casino of the Sun and Mission San Xavier del Bac. AVA Amphitheater and Casino del Sol are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Authentic Tucson Experience: Mud Adobe Casita Nestled in Canyon Among Wildlife Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay

Accommodations and the view was fantastic.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place to Stay!

Very lovely home, beautiful area and quiet! My daughter and I really enjoyed seeing wildlife, the beautiful, peaceful scenery and the house is lovely! Owners are very easy to communicate with and took great care, by sending detailed emails, to make sure we found the place with ease and got into the home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Had a great time. Place is is great and hosts are awesome.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely casita in the Sonoran desert

Beautiful casita behind a larger house that felt secluded and great for solitary time in Sonaroan environment. House was lovely, great kitchen and we enjoyed outdoor fires in the evening. Had a question and reached out to the owners who promptly replied and were extremely hospitable. Highly recommend this lovely desert get-away.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the casita. The property is well appointed and exceptionally clean. The location is a bit remote - down a long dirt road - but the scenery is well worth the rough ride! This is our second stay and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saguaro Sentinels guard this Charming Casita

Surrounded by stunning hills and desert beauty, the classic adobe casita offered us a welcoming and beautifully appointed home—a perfect place to enjoy an exciting and adventure-filled area. The spotless and beautifully appointed home provided us with everything we needed. The pictures do not do justice to the charm and warmth one feels during your stay. We have found a wonderful location, and we intend to return again and again. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a stunning and private retreat so near so many adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful casita

Elegantly appointed and cozy with beautiful details and pretty views! The only downside is how far out it is. I wish we’d driven our Jeep instead to make it down the genuinely rough road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert Isolation

This is a wonderful spot in the desert. Ideal for wanting to get away from everything. The property is set back at the end of a dirt road (might be difficult for low cars) and has great views of nearby rock formations. The internet is very weak so leave your work/laptop at home.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We shall return

Amazing casita . Beautiful scenery on all four sides . Nice warm vibe . Fresh comfortable clean . Beautifully decorated . Clean lovely bed and bedding towels etc . Fully appointed kitchen with a fireplace in the living room and a Weber bbq and outdoor fireplace . Like living in a remote desert canyon with hills on either side of you but only 10 minutes from restaurants and Sawailo Golf Course .
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural Desert Setting Minutes from Downtown Tucson

My wife and I had a great week at the Firelight Casita. It is immediately obvious that the owners take pride in this place. We loved the rural setting and yet you are not far from the city. The nighttime view overlooking the city is very nice. The master bed was extremely comfortable. Despite the weather being very cool during our week (a bit of snow one morning!), the space inside was comfortably warm. Unfortunately due to the cool conditions, we were not able to take advantage of the nice covered patio. We did lots of hiking and there are great hikes close by in the Tucson Mountain Park. We also played some golf. Nearby is Starr Pass and Sewailo. My wife and I highly recommend the Firelight Casita.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views!

This was a nice quite place tucked into a beautiful surrounding. Although there is a house 30-40 feet away that was unexpected. If you are on your beautiful porch and they are on there patio it would feel a bit like a close neighbor. They did have some chairs behind the house we went back to watch the sunrise. The hosts were very accommodating as they require a 5 day minimum i think it was, and we only needed 4 so that was nice! They also provided a bag of coffee and chips and salsa, that was great! They provided good directions for getting there and getting in. One thing that may have been nice is a guide with info about the property, with things like what is the little remote thing in the basket with the panic button...? if you want to hike... If you want to have a fire... If you want to grill... Is charcoal provided? We found the garbage bin with stuff, lighter fluid, matches and charcoal for grilling but later determined that the charcoal bag was empty, easy to miss as it looked full when we looked in the bin. Over all it was a great stay clean and comfortable!Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teira W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Casita

The owners were super welcoming, place was clean and neat. Lots of wildlife to see on the property. Overall a very nice property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a unique spot. Amazing views all around. Never really adapted to our time difference so I saw the sunrise every day. We were able to see the javelinas one evening. The kitchen is well equipped and the outdoor seating is lovely. This is off the beaten path but was well located to access the sites the Tucson area has to offer. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved the “Casita”!

We enjoyed every minute. The house, the views, the quiet, everything! We were very sad to have to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of both worlds

We absolutely loved our stay here. The casita is spacious but still cozy. The little touches are everywhere, and they add so much to the experience. Modern appliances, excellent A/C, and cute furnishings. Also very clean.As nature lovers, we were thrilled by the location. The landscape is breathtaking. The casita is nestled into the rocky landscape and there are mature saguaros all around the property. If you love wildlife, you’ll love this place. We saw javelinas at dusk, and countless bird species.Even though it’s a bit off the main road grid, getting there is easy if you follow the hosts’ directions. It’s also close to restaurants and grocery stores. This is one of our favorite places we’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hole in the wall

Great location, like some hidden valley in the old west. The casita is wonderfully designed and built. Always ten degrees cooler inside than out. There is another house in close proximity that is artfully absent from the photos but generally unobtrusive.
Stayed 32 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Casita

Husband & I in Tucson for golf. Loved the casita. Initially hard to find but worth it ! Had a great stay. Everything we needed. A little drive to some of our destinations . Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great place to get away from the city

Casita was great with two bedrooms and plenty of room. Property is starting to show some wear with Leaking faucets, mineral buildup around fixtures, loose tiles, etc. However, the vibe is really cool and the beds comfortable. Place was very clean when we arrived, and I believe we left it clvery clean as well.Would come back, except we like other surrounding areas better and would probably try something different to be closer to the things we like to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent, private, classy place to stay

We thoroughly enjoyed the casita. The space was perfect and the amenities were above and beyond. We were close to where the trapshoot club tournament. The casita is decorated in very good taste. We enjoyed the patio and grill. Absolutely loved he best place ever. Thank you for your accommodations. We would love to stay with you again next year.Joy
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Desert Casita

Loction! Loction! Location! When we pulled up to this casita we knew it was the perfect place for us. As we entered the home we immediately felt peaceful and at home. The home is beautifully designed, decorated, and included quality kitchen items. The casita is located just off the beaten path on a 3 area lot. You are surrounded by nature which we spent much time walking in. Tucson's city lights twinkled in the distance at night. It was perfection and peaceful for us. It truly is a perfect locoation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute desert perfection

My adult son and I have stayed in several Tucson rentals over the past few years and this is by far our favourite. The location was rural enough to enjoy peace and tranquility but within easy reach of everything Tucson has to offer. We will definitely be back depending on availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashli R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay!

This property was PERFECT my fiancé and I were both obsessed with the location, the casita itself, decor, and the general neighborhood. I HIGHLY recommend following his instructions. The dirt and gravel roads to get to property weren’t TOO bad. We had an SUV and could have managed with a sedan, just drive very slowly due to bumps/rockiness. The beds were comfortable, views were great, kitchen was fully stocked, there was an awesome book and game selection, and amenities were good. This was our first time visiting AZ and 1000% will stay here again if we come back to Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Serene!

Everything about this stay was wonderful; the property was well appointed and the view was incredible; the proximity to restaurants and other amenities was great. We LOVED our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful! Casita in the desert outside Tucson

Clean, quiet, very comfortable casita that has beautiful ceramic and Adobe flagstone floors. All modern conveniences, excellent air conditioning. A really wonderful stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was perfect! The views are amazing. The house itself is gorgeous. The owners were incredibly attentive and helpful. I can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024