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One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 444 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A

Super Cute 1 Bedroom Casita is in a great Neighborhood in the Heart of Tucson just 2.5 miles to U of A. So Whether your coming to visit your kids at the U of A or Escaping the Winter Elements, We are certain that you will enjoy your stay in our Tastefully Remodeled 1950's Casita . You will love the serenity, the location and the convenience ---it is close to everything worth seeing and doing in Tucson.


CLEANING.

We have gone Beyond Covid -19 protocol !! We use both a product called In-Cide ( sold at Home Depot ) as well as wipe everything down with a hospital cradle sanitizing agent that kills Covid 19 and other known viruses in 10 minutes after contact. We’ve changed our checkin time to 4 pm and the place is aired out for hrs before cleaner even goes in. Everything is washed in the hottest longest cycle the washer! We’ve had no issues at all. We provide hand sanitizer and antibacterial soap as well for all our properties.

We feel certain that we are providing a safe place for our guests to stay and have received the same feedback from guests

Here's a link to all our listings - All of which are all within a block away From each other and all very nice.




GETTING AROUND :

Only a few blocks away from the largest park in Tucson ( Reid Park), Reid Park Zoo, the driving range and golf course, as well as just a few minutes from downtown and of course the University of Arizona. Public transportation is close as well as a cute little neighborhood park is right around the corner. If you have a chance, take a walk ( or bike ride ) around the Peter Howell neighborhood we are a part of and enjoy all the beautiful homes. (It is a very lovely neighborhood). Everything has been updated, from kitchen to decor with modern amenities, while still maintaining the charm of a Southwest Casita. New Heating and Air Conditioning along with Tile throughout. In addition to that is free wifi, washer/ drye, satellite Tv, off street parking for 2 cars covered parking ( upon request for 1 ) even space for an RV if you need it!!

BEDROOM -

Has New Full sized bed + Linens, chest of drawers and Standard closet and it's own entry from carport through the private back yard.


COMMON AREA / LIVING ROOM -


Has new Queen Sized Copenhagen sofa bed ( Xtra Comfy ). There's also 2 cots available if that's preferred. Extra linens are available in the closet for both beds, along with extra pillows and comforters.


GUEST ACCESS-

Guest have access to the entire Casita, front porch, fully fenced in back yard, and carport for free off street covered parking for 1 vehicle ( upon request ). Plenty of space for an RV to park in front driveway.

AMENITIES:

Central A/C and Heat, kitchen, Refrigerator, Private Off Street Parking for RV and Car and Courtyard in Front of House, Free Wifi, washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, pots and pans, sheets & towels, silverware, toaster, microwave. And if you need anything else, just ask us !!

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS -

We live in the house next door and are available any time for questions. With that being said, we enjoy privacy when we travel, so unless you reach out to us with questions, we will happily leave you in peace to enjoy your stay. If you need us, we're happy to share our knowledge of the neighborhood and help you find whatever you need in Tucson.

Close to Everything Worth Doing In Tucson

- 3 Miles to the University of Arizona

- 3.5 Miles to Downtown Shopping, 4th Ave

- 1.0 mile to El Con Mall

- 1.5 Miles To Golf and Botanical Gardens

- 10 miles to Desert Museum

- 7 Miles to Sabino Canyon

See what our pasts guests are saying by reading some of the reviews !!!


***One last note ***


***Please note : ****
All travelers staying 30 days or longer are not subject to the transient lodging tax, and can expect a refund from VRBO after booking.

Warm Arizona Regards

Taylor & Yuko

Property manager

John Taylor Bard

Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

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 accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside 20 ft from doorway

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 475 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet feef depends on breed, generally $60-150.00

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 9 min drive
  • Tohono Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Times Drive-Thru - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Transplant Detroit Style Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Strike Bowl - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A located?

This family-friendly Tucson vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tucson Botanical Gardens, El Con Mall, and Randolph North Golf Course. University of Arizona is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

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One Little Casita on 1st Street with Private Backyard - 3 miles to U of A Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 114 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed my stay
We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Cozy
Casita was small but had everything you would need. The small backyard was great for my dog. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas vacation
Nice quiet clean and private. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy k.

hospitable and responsive owner, great place!!
perfect getaway, quiet, charming place, private driveway nicely appointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Midtown hideaway
Very peaceful despite being so close to major streets. A comfy space and a pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Kept Secret In Tucson
We cant say enough about this little gem of a casita. Its so quiet, peaceful, and private. Its just the right size for 2 people. The back yard was perfect for a BBQ at home. It is walking distance from a CVS and McDonalds and just far enough from main roads that you cant hear the traffic. We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

kathleen P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Garage size apartment
Location was good, cleanliness inside and out was average. Adequate space for 1-2 people as a base camp.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darolin (Lin) W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place
Great little place. Had everything we needed. Well stocked with coffee, pans, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash. Even has a bbq grill and patio furniture in a fenced yard. Very clean and just an all around great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bettie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms. Bettie
The casita was perfect for our needs. The accommodations were great for my elderly mother. The neighborhood was nice and safe. Wonderful little Casita with a wonderful host. I appreciated receiving the call from you regarding booking. Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Clean and comfortable space in good location. Great A/C and loved the private outdoor patio. Hosts were very responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Casita
We stayed 2 nights. Taylor and Yuko were very responsive to any questions we had. The location was great for visiting our friends. The casita was quiet and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend for a couple visiting Tucson as the rates were very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Great stay
My husband and I came down to hike the mountains and stayed at the casita. The location was very convienent to everything needed. The service was very good, great cooking space, and all the utensils needed were provided. The backyard is very calming and has a little fire pit. We would recommend this property for anybody heading to Tucson.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Denise B.

Cute little cottage
Very clean small cottage with fenced back yard for our dog. It suited our needs perfectly. Great location. Taylor and Yuko respond very quickly to questions and very friendly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary R., Tucson, Az 85746

Very clean and neatly furnished
We loved your cottage and the area it was in. It was exacatly what we were looking for. We suggest that a clock be put somewhere. You both were extremely pleasant and helpful. We are planning another visit to Tucson in the future. And we would plan on using you cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taylor was extremely helpful and a very good host!
This property is accurately represemted as a cozy, nice place. The bedroom is separated from the good, full kitchen so no refrigerator noises in the bedroom. We also appreciated the ceiling fan to supplement the really good air conditioning system since we were there during a very hot week. We would stay there again. The benchand table and chairs in the back yard gave a private place to relax - overall, very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Sunny February Week at the Casita
Fleeing the Seattle-area rain and snow, my wife and I rented Taylor and Yuko's Casita for a week, and really enjoyed our stay.... location is great, in a quiet but centrally located neighborhood, within walking distance of several good restaurants, and close to stores. A great home base for explorations of all Tucson has to offer. Casita is cozy, recently remodeled, and has all the amenities you need: full kitchen, comfortable bed, nice TV and Wi-Fi. We enjoyed morning coffee out on the sunny patio in the fully fenced private back yard. Owners gave us privacy but made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

julie m.

Great Experience!!!
My husband and I were honored to be the FIRST guests in La Casita!! Taylor and Yuko were the kindest, most generous and attentive hosts!!! La Casita is cozy but worked very well for the two of us!!! The location is fantastic, practically in the heart of Tucson, very easy to get around town!! Taylor and Yuko have thought of it all but if you have a request, they are ON it!! Book it!! You won't be disappointed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L., Washington

Perfectly Cute & Small
The Casita is cute, small, but perfectly fine for 2 people. We stayed 1 week. It is 2 blocks from the Speedway strip. Lots of thrift stores and places to eat. Taylor is great. He is close and happy to get anything you might need. The kitchen has dishes, pots, pans, and spices, cooking is easy. The fenced backyard is quiet and private. We would have stayed another week, but it was already booked. And we would stay again, if we are ever back in Tucson, and not even bother to look anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Good value & location
We visited Tucson to celebrate my granddaughter's 21st birthday and stayed at the Casita. We had received information that the Casita had a queen size bed which turned out to be a full size bed, only about 80% as big as a queen. The full size mattress was also extremely soft and we tended to roll from the sides to the center which made sleeping the first night rather uncomfortable. The bed being too small for us, we decided to use the sofa bed for one of us, only to find out there were no linens available as advertised. We had to request them and when they finally came, they were in the original plastic wrapping which gave a distinctly unpleasant odor to them, so we had to wash them at my granddaughter's apartment before using them for the third night. We also received information that a washer and dryer were available; they weren’t. The best thing about the stay was the rear patio. We wound up getting takeout from our granddaughter's favorite restaurants and having leisurely quiet dinners on the patio every night which we thoroughly enjoyed. The Casita was very clean and convenient to the University area. We had no need to cook, but the kitchen was well equipped for meal preparation. We would certainly consider returning if we ever visit Tucson again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Littleton, CO USA

clean and very quaint
I was in town visiting my daughter for mom's weekend. We both stayed at the casita and were very comfortable. The bed was quite comfortable. It was cool and windy when I visited and there was a great cross breeze through the unit. The security doors allowed me to keep the inner doors open and enjoy the breeze. The kitchen is accommodated sufficiently. I would recommend this home for 1 or 2 people. I think 3 would be too many. I would definitely stay here again and plan on doing so. Taylor and Yuko were both very nice and attentive as needed but also gave us space. They will make every effort to accommodate your needs. They are quick to respond to emails and texts. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UA Student
I stayed here for a few days while I took short courses at the law school. Peter accommodated a special request from me to connect a DVD player, which helped me unwind in the evenings after spending 8am to 6pm doing some heavy thinking and discussion in class on concepts and frameworks. It was great to come home, and pop in a DVD of my sci-fi TV series and be unbothered by Netflix decision making. Closeness to Whole Foods and Bookman’s is great, and it was a quiet neighborhood. I will always look for this place when I need to be back in Shchuk:son for trainings from the university. The city’s name comes from an O’odham word describing mountains that are black/shchuk at their base.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Irene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
This vrbo rental was very clean, newly updated and tastefully decorated. Neighborhood is a mix of homes from some needing refurbishing to large and small homes that look great. Felt safe in the neighborhood. About maybe 1 mile walk to the downtown historical district. Pictures are quite accurate. The yard is cute. Only one thing we were quite disappointed about was, the backyard has a propane fire pit that we were were looking forward to use a couple nights that we were there, with the weather being so nice and the propane tank was empty. We didn’t know until the first evening looking to use it. Notified the manager and he said they would have it filled the next day or we could and they would reimburse us. It didn’t get filled the next day and we did not do it as we did not feel that we should have had to do it. If this is unimportant for your stay, no worries. Still, We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Extremely disappointed
The property looked clean on the surface however, there were hairs (not mine) on the bed pillows and I encountered several large cockroaches my first morning there. I immediately packed up and contacted the owner for a refund. While the owner was responsive at first, I still have not received $116.61 of the promised full refund. I have contacted VRBO several times and they claim that the host is not being responsive and VRBO can not issue the remainder of the refund. In addition to the uncleanliness of the casita, I also had the added stress of having to find a new place to stay - all while trying to move my child on to campus from out of state.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bruce g.

A wonderful week in a very comfortable apartment
I really enjoyed my week in this recently remodeled apartment/casita. It has a living room/kitchen, one bath(shower), and a bedroom (I'm not sure if the bed is a queen size or a double--but it's big enough to sleep two), and new ceramic tile flooring. The sofa in the living room folds out into a bed, but I can't attest to its comfort as a bed since I didn't use it./ There's wide screen TV, high speed wireless internet, a new electric range and oven, refrigerator/freezer, all of the utensils and pots and pans you need to cook meals if you wish. There's also a nice patio out back, a fenced back yard, and a washer and dryer (in a utility building). Basically, I had all the comforts of home and felt that it was a very good value and much better than a hotel room for a weeklong or longer stay. Taylor and his wife Yuko live right next door and they are very helpful if you need anything. This apartment is located one block southeast of the intersection of Alvernon and Speedway, and is about two miles from the University of Arizona. If you bicycle (which was my primary mode of transportation this week) the third street bikeway will take you to the University and to downtown Tucson. There's a CVS and a McDonalds a block and a half walk away. The nearest grocery store, a Fry's, is about four blocks away. I would recommend this casita if you are looking for a comfortable place to make yourself at home while in Tucson.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Pink Casita
The casita was just right for the two of us. We appreciated the backyard patio and enjoyed a peaceful breakfast out there. Taylor was great when we had a TV issue the last night of our stay. He came right over as soon as we called him. The only negative was the big step into the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024