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HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fitness facility
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4

This is a Veteran owned & operated business.

Updated Mid-Century Modern home built in 1971 in a quiet culdesac, Non-HOA neighborhood, is centrally located in North Phoenix, 15 minutes from airport, 5 minutes from shopping, golfing, cycling, hiking, kayaking on Lake Pleasant!

LOCATION

North Mountain area of North Phoenix-The home is located next to Cave Creek Park & attached Cave Creek golf course. Shaw Butte & North Mountains are 5 minutes away offering great hiking with beautiful views of the valley. Near GCU.

THE HOME

This rental is a separate & private suite within the house with a separate entry. There is another separate guest suite next door. There may be another guest or the host staying in the separate suite next door; Feel free to inquire as to whether anyone is staying in the rental suite next door at the time of booking.

THE RENTAL

This comfortable rental suite has a private entrance into the full kitchen, at the LEFT SIDE OF THE HOME, consisting of a large updated kitchen with new appliances, dining area seating 4 guests, large living room (great room), den bedroom with double full bed & workspace (walk through), master bedroom with king bed, attached bathroom with walk in shower (no tub).

***Feel free to request a video of the rental suite from the host after booking.

This rental suite has direct access to the back patio, shared back yard & shared laundry room, through the SLIDING DOOR in the living room.

LAUNDRY ROOM

The LAUNDRY ROOM IS SHARED & is located at the back yard off of the back patio. It is separate from the home. The door is labeled LAUNDRY. There is a front loader washer and dryer available. There is no AC in the laundry room- there is a portable AC unit in the laundry room.

BACK YARD

The desert landscape BACK YARD IS SHARED. It features a Mountain View in the yard, covered pergola, outdoor sectional couch beneath, wood burning fire pit, small charcoal grill, dining area on the patio seats 4 with plenty of additional seating In the yard. Guests may use the table torches & tiki torches, fire pit & grill. There are figs & pomegranates growing on the trees which guests are welcome to eat.

***CHILDREN

THIS SPACE IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR INFANTS OR YOUNG CHILDREN UNDER AGE 13 AS PER RULES. DO NOT BRING CHILDREN UNDER AGE 13.

***THERMOSTAT

There is a locked smart thermostat in the guest suite next door. Host manages the smart thermostat remotely. Guests can contact host to adjust thermostat setting if necessary. The HVAC unit is shared by both suites.

***RENTAL SUITE NEXTDOOR

Guests may vaguely hear noise from the suite next door if other guests or the host are staying. If any noise issues arise, guests should contact the host to address immediately Host is very responsive at any hour regarding any noise complaints.

***PARKING

There are 2 parking spaces in the driveway in front of the garage and 1 space on the street in front of the home.

***SAFETY

The home is professionally monitored through Frontpoint Security System. The property features exterior cameras, door and window sensors, indoor glass break sensors, and indoor motion detectors. NO INDOOR CAMERAS.
***PERMIT***

THIS VACATION RENTAL IS PERMITTED WITH THE CITY OF PHOENIX. The Short Term Rental Operating Permit number for the property is STR-2024-000379.

THIS PROPERTY CANNOT BE USED FOR PURPOSES IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY OF PHOENIX ORDINANCE SECTION 10-195(C). THE CITY OF PHOENIX SHORT-TERM RENTAL OPERATING PERMIT NUMBER FOR THIS PROPERTY IS STR-2024-000379.

***FIREARMS

Desert Life Vacation Rentals LLC Host/Homeowner and support team may open carry or conceal carry a firearm on the rental property.

Property manager

Jen Tory DBA Desert Life Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Nicotine or marijuana Vape is allowed indoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding 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
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The rental is not childproof

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 security system, 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
Property Registration Number STR-2024-000379

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

  • Cave Creek Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Castles N' Coasters - 4 min drive
  • Metrocenter - 4 min drive
  • Arizona State University-West Campus - 6 min drive
  • Grand Canyon University - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station - 5 min drive
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beaver Bar - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4 located?

Located in North Mountain, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cave Creek Golf Course, Castles N' Coasters, and Metrocenter. Arizona State University-West Campus and Lookout Mountain Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

HIKING! NEAR GCU! 1 bedroom + Den bedroom + Full Kitchen Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carolyn m., Hicksville, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet neighborhood. Great location.
Place was great. Much bigger than I expected. Pictures don’t really do it justice. The second bedroom is not private. It’s a walk-through.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
GCU Graduation/Vacation
Jen was an outstanding host and a true pleasure to work with. From the moment we booked our reservation to the end of our stay, she was incredibly pleasant, communicative, hospitable, and accommodating. Her rental property was perfect for us—not only did it meet our expectations, but it was also cozy, comfortable, and beautifully decorated inside and out. It was also conveniently located near GCU. The neighborhood felt safe, and the neighbors were friendly. The beds were very comfortable, though if you're not a fan of memory foam, the Queen-size bed may take some getting used to. Additionally, if you have longer or wider garments, you might find the small ironing board in the closet a bit tricky. There was also a distinct smell in the unit, but nothing that fresh air and an air freshener couldn’t fix. Overall, the house was clean and well-equipped for our needs, and I would definitely book Jen's rental again next time I’m in Arizona! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend!
My son and I travel a lot for sports and prefer a more home like environment over a hotel. This place was extremely affordable when prices are rising like crazy. It was stylish, comfortable, convenient location and the back yard was a little slice of desert peace in an otherwise crazy schedule. We will definitely look for this next time we travel to Arizona!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommended
Very cozy and laid back environment, peaceful and quiet. Awesome property management.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place and beautiful back yard, walls are thin and sound can be heard
Very clean and the host was super responsive to any concerns. Good location. Be aware that this is a place where you can hear the people through the wall if someone is staying in the other suite. It states this on the listing and signs are posted to keep quiet. For 3 nights in a row, I had to listen to the other person snoring on the other side of the wall. The air purifier, fan, and my app on my phone were not enough to drown out the noise. If you sleep lightly, this isn’t for you if others have booked the other suite. It is also a shared backyard and laundry room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Clean Town Home in Phoenix
Overall, the place was clean and functional. The layout is a bit funky, with the only bathroom in the back of the unit through the bedroom. The studio room bed was smaller than expected. My 6'5" son made it work but it was not the size that was expected for the occupancy listed. The laundry room is shared, and the neighbor had used all the dryer sheets before we did our laundry. The location was convenient with easy freeway access for getting around town. We enjoyed the facility, and the Host was very responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LyQuesha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Night Getaway
Great 3 night stay! Loved the backyard and the kitchen is filled with every cooking utensil needed. Walls are a little thin but none the less a peaceful vacation. Host had great communication !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than a Hotel
We had wonderful contact with our host, the house was very clean and the backyard area was especially nice. The other half of the house was occupied, but completely separate and we had our own private entrance and place to park our car. I would recommend this location and will stay here next time we come to Phoenix.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
The host was so nice and communicative. The property was spotless and clean. The neighborhood and property felt very safe overall. We were not very familiar with the area, but we felt like we were close to most things (groceries, restaurants, tourist spots). No major noise issues or complaints. Overall it was a lovely experience and we would 100% stay there again. PSA - the city requires you to submit to a background check with your photo ID. You must submit these to the host prior to your stay. We had issues with the App and had to share them outside of VRBO. The host took our privacy concerns very seriously (and this is more of a reflection on VRBO of for user experience when booking in places that require these things) - but this is an issue you may face regarding privacy. Hopefully VRBO can fix this.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
1st impression was great clean and host was always very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
This place was super clean and updated. Washer and dryer worked great! Beds were comfortable and it had a cool layout. Neighborhood was wonderful! We felt safe and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Wonderful place and clean - comfy bed, nice shower, den set-up was nice for some remote work, full kitchen, laundry room, beautiful outdoor space with fire pit. Location was close to many shops, restaurants, I-17, downtown area, short ride to Scottsdale. Highly recommend and would stay again!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Rare Gem
This place was beautiful ❤️ quite , peaceful and beyond pleasant! The place was clean , comfortable, well put together and convenient. Beyond that expect the best host that you will ever have !! They go above and beyond! I forgot my spa bag ... Was this an issue .. absolutely not the place was completely stocked with everything a woman could need or want . Food was already in the fridge. Any spice or baking things you would desire. Fully stocked . I would definitely recommend this place ! To my host once again I thank you from the bottom of my heart ! Your the best ! Such a fantastic job !!!! Best wishes to you and yours !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shlomit H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Your own little oasis
Jen the host is wonferfull very kind the unit is clean and spacious feels likeyour own little oasis already planning out next trip and most definitely will stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay close to GCU.
Very clean overall the bed was very up to date and comfortable. Neighborhood was very quiet and the outdoor patio provided a nice relaxing atmosphere. Close to the preserve area for morning walks with quail and desert wildlife. Good location for north Phoenix access. Would use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket list
All good and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Occupant
Property owner was very responsive when requests were made.I will consider booking this property again next year
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week getaway
This property was very clean and well taken care of. The backyard was a great place to hangout and enjoy the nice weather. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness
6 week stay
The pictured home has been divided into two rental spaces. Ours had all we needed for a long stay including a full kitchen/dining/living room space, a separate bedroom/bathroom with a low but very comfortable king bed, and included plenty of closet/drawer space, and a walk thru "den" space in between those spaces which were adequate for laptop use and/or 2nd bedroom. A washer/dryer off the patio was much appreciated. Unfortunately, the weather was not consistently nice enough to enjoy the back yard but has plenty of room and amenities to enjoy. Noise thru the walls to the other side of the house can be annoying and a few of the neighbors are, well, neighbors. Jen was always highly responsive to any issues and made our stay easier and more enjoyable. We appreciated her hosting.
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well appointed
Only 2 negatives, the unit was too warm (no control of the thermostat) and no Kleenex tissues in the unit. Aside from those 2 issues, quiet neighborhood, kitchen fully equipped, nice unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Kyra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis
The experience was great! The back yard was wonderful, and we really enjoyed our stay The one thing that wasn't ideal was how clearly you could hear the guest in the front unit talking. The vents allowed for direct access to their conversations.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy S., Rockford, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Comforable for 2
This has nice decor and plenty of room. Our only disappointment was it is very easy to hear the people in the other side of the unit. This is mentioned in the book of instructions, but at that point, you are already in the rental. With young children rising early and unfortunately a sick child one night, sleep was a little tough.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
Recently stayed here with my sisters and my children. It was a beautiful home and peaceful stay. We enjoyed it here very much. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022