Desert Adobe 5-acre Crystal Ranch | House in Tucson
2 Bedroom House in Tortolita, Tucson
Your casa is hosted by our family -- this is not a professional for-profit home. Rather, you will enjoy the peace of your own place without robotic management, yet you will have plenty of privacy. If there is a problem, we will take care of it immediately, because the two of us live next door on the 5-acre ranch. We look forward to hosting and meeting new and repeat guests. Our place is close to golf courses & Interstate-10, with good access to downtown Tucson (20-min drive), Tucson airport (30 min), and Phoenix Airport (85 min), but with the Sonoran desert privacy--very quiet ranch lands, shopping 10 min away, views of Tucson Mountain sunsets and Catalina Mountain sunrises. From the front of the house and front rooms, you can enjoy Tucson's spectacular sunsets. You'll love our place because of the coziness, location, solitude, security, lush desert vegetation, flowers, hummingbirds, and minerals. The South Wing is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. Karen & Lenny are available in the North Wing of the ranch for help or questions. The South Wing has a private front entrance for guests and a carport for 2 cars. There is a locked door between the two wings. We have additional security for guests that is provided by a code-box-operated front gate, security doors, and 2 dinosaurs (a stegosaurus and a styracosaurus (a triceratops family member).
THE SPACE: The home provides a 1500-sq-ft Casa, not a Casita. A corral, with water on-demand for horses and some roof shelter, is available for those traveling with their horses. There is a large living room, large kitchen, and dining room, along with the two bedrooms, all available for our guest's private use -- see photos. The dining-room buffet has 20 picture puzzles and one game for guest entertainment. One bedroom is a master bedroom with a full bed, 2 dressers, 2 night stands, and a private bath. The bath has been recently (April 2024) remodeled with a new serpentine ("granite") counter top adorned with a Talavera Sink from Mexico and a copper "waterfall" faucet. The second bedroom, with a queen bed and dresser, has a large office table, chairs, and computer screen--it has a full bath directly across the hall. The full bath has also just been remodeled (April 2024) with a serpentine ("granite") countertop, a Mexican Talavera Sink, and a gold-plated UFO faucet. New oak cabinets, mirrors, and 2 medicine cabinets were just installed. A full kitchen is available -- dishes, cookware, dishwasher, garbage disposal, large side-by-side refrigerator, microwave, full 4-burner gas stove w/self cleaning oven. There is a medium-size TV in the living room in front of the couch, with an antenna on the roof that brings in about 30 stations. The master bedroom has a very small TV with an attached DVD/VCR player and about 30 classic VCR tapes. The house has central air conditioning, central heat, and optional central air by a swamp cooler for those who like the fresh breeze and hearing the birds sing outside. A gas grill is available adjacent to the veranda. 6 citrus trees are teeming with lemons, oranges, and tangelos that are available to guests for fresh fruit at breakfast during the 5-months of citrus production. An initial offering of breakfast foods (coffee--12oz, 20+ tea bags, sugar, Splenda, flour, salt & pepper, some spices, vinegar, 1/2 gallon of milk, box of cereal (guests choice), loaf of bread (guests choice), dozen eggs, quart of juice (guests choice), stick of butter, and salad dressing is provided to get our guests started, so there is no need for them to rush to the grocery store on arrival day, and they can avail themselves of our fully equipped kitchen. Subsequently, guests will provide their breakfast supplies. A locked gallery connects the south guest wing with Karen & Lenny's north wing.
GUEST ACCESS: Guests have full access to the fenced backyard, horse corral, laundry room with washer and dryer (free), and the remainder of the 5 acres of Sonoran Desert. They will be provided with a guest code to open and close the gate to the ranch. The heavily treed backyard has a large shaded and covered veranda off the kitchen, with cushioned chairs and glass table, a propane grill, a swing set, 6 citrus trees, flower beds, rose bushes nestled among the ironwoods, Aleppo pines, and palo verde and mesquite trees.
HOST INTERACTION WITH GUESTS: We are both geologists and are happy to interact with our guests, providing them with various tourist advice and information on local geology. We have tourist books and maps available for guest use. A small library of novels is also available in the living room bookcase.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD: The "neighborhood" is all ranch land of 5-10 acre properties with corrals on county dirt roads. Your vacation casa is isolated from other houses -- none can be seen from your vacation home bedrooms or yard.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Guests have two bedrooms, for 2 persons in the master bedroom with a private bath and large shower, and a queen-size bed for 1 person in the other bedroom that also has office accommodations and a separate full bath with tub and shower. A second person (4th guest) may sleep in the second bedroom for an additional charge of $30/night. Free Wifi is available throughout the house and on the veranda. Guests will have their own key and entrance separate from Karen & Lenny's North wing of the ranch. A maximum of 3 persons (a 4th person-- second person in 2nd bedroom--is ok for an extra $30/night ), and they have exclusive use of the casa's south wing. There is abundant parking within the secure, gated property, in addition to the 2 places available under the carport. Pets have not been allowed in the house, so for those with pet allergies the house is pet dander free.
Desert Adobe 5-acre Crystal Ranch is located in Tortolita. Desert Adobe 5-acre Crystal Ranch provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, View, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, View, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Desert Adobe 5-acre Crystal Ranch has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Tortolita has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Tortolita, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
This Property is OneKey Eligible
Earn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible vacation rentals, villas, cottages, cabins, and more when you book on Vrbo.
Amenities
Facility Overview
-
Air conditioning
-
Heating
-
Soap
-
Toilet paper
-
2 bathrooms
-
Shampoo
-
Towels provided
-
Bathtub or shower
-
Hair dryer
-
2 bedrooms
-
Bed sheets provided
-
Dining table
-
Living room
-
Dining room
-
Library
-
Paper towels
-
Refrigerator
-
Stovetop
-
Oven
-
Ice maker
-
Microwave
-
Kitchen island
-
Spices
-
Dishwasher
-
Laundry facilities
-
Washing machine and dryer
-
Near laundromat
-
Beach sun loungers
-
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
-
Onsite parking
-
Onsite parking options include a carport
-
Car required
-
No pets allowed
-
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
-
Smoke-free property
-
Well-lit path to entrance
-
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
-
Wheelchair-accessible parking
-
Thin carpet in public areas
-
Wheelchair accessible
-
Stair-free path to entrance
-
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
-
No elevators
-
Cycling nearby
-
Horse riding nearby
-
Hiking nearby
-
Mountain climbing nearby
-
Bicycle on site
-
Rock climbing nearby
-
Water park
-
Birdwatching nearby
-
Hiking/biking trails nearby
-
Golf nearby
-
Mountain biking nearby
-
Games
-
DVD player
-
Stereo
-
Video library
-
Arcade/game room
-
Books
-
TV
-
No plastic coffee stirrers
-
No plastic water bottles
-
Reusable cups only
-
Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)
-
Property does not allow children
-
Double-glazed windows
-
Recycling
-
German
-
English
-
Near a hospital
-
Near outlet shopping
-
Near a health or beauty spa
-
In a rural location
-
Desk
-
Computer monitor
-
Desk chair
-
Playground
-
Iron/ironing board
-
Phone
-
Change of towels (on request)
-
Free WiFi
-
Outdoor furniture
-
Barbecue grill
-
Fenced yard
-
Balcony
-
Garden
-
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
-
Deadbolt lock
-
Fire extinguisher
-
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this Tortolita house pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Tortolita house have a swimming pool?
No, this Tortolita house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Tortolita house?
Best-rates for the Tortolita house starts from $144 per night with includes Child Friendly, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, TV, Guest Services, Internet, Laundry, Air Conditioner, View, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Ocean View, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Kitchen With all other amenities included. Treehouse Rentals offers a wide range of treehouses, forest homes, cabins, and off-grid retreats, ensuring each traveler discovers their ideal nature getaway—be it a family adventure, a peaceful retreat, or a pet-friendly retreat with the whole group.
Is Tortolita house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Tortolita house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Tortolita house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Tortolita house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Tortolita house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Tortolita house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Tortolita house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
People Also Ask
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Security/Safety
- 3132 ft² House
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- 2400 ft² House
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- TV
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- 1399 ft² House
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- TV
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Pool
- 2389 ft² House
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- View
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- TV
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pool
- Air Conditioner
- Security/Safety
- Bedding/Linens
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Air Conditioner
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
