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

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

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.

Looking for a peaceful escape? This desert retreat is perfect if your wanting to unwind, reconnect and enjoy some time in the incredible Arizona sunshine. With a spacious , open-concept layout , the home offers plenty of areas to relax and engage with friends or family. As you walk through the front door you are greeted with a large, open living room, kitchen and dining room tastefully decorated with southwestern charm. The other end of the house contains a huge master bedroom with a king bed; patio access, walk in closet and a large ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and soaker tub. 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 at no extra fee; as well as, 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 of the Rio Verde Foothills. There is alot 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 and Drip Coffee machines; spare queen air mattress; playpen, high chair; booster seat, wifi and an extensive library of Arizona plants/animals/history and activities. There is a tote full of pool inflatables, masks, toys and a childs size life jacket. In the bedroom closet we have a wide array of books, puzzles, games, dice and cards. We also keep the house well stocked with condiments, spices, and consumables so pack your bags and plan for an amazing holiday!


8 minutes to Troon North Golf Club
10 minutes to Pinnacle Peak Area (Restaurants including Sushi, Rosati's, Pinnacle Peak
Grill, Italian, Walgreens, Shell and UPS store).
25 mintues to Cave Creek
30 minutes to Kierland Commons (Scottsdale)
40 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

Additional Info:
Check-in Time is 4 pm and Check-out is 11 am
Must be 25 years or older to book.
Front door access code will be emailed to you at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Cactus Flats is a very special place, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do!!

Deb and Ron

Property manager

Deb Harrison

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

North Scottsdale With Mountain Views; Private Heated Pool Spa!

About the area

Map
Scottsdale, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tom's Thumb Trail - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Golf Club Scottsdale - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Westworld of Scottsdale - 27 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 29 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 36 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Desert Oasis with heated pool; spa; covered deck; spectacular views. located?

This family-friendly Scottsdale holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tonto National Forest and Tom's Thumb Trail. George "Doc" Cavalliere Park and Golf Club Scottsdale are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Z.

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.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann w.

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

Glenn D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Jennifer S.

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

Vicki D.

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

Kim A., Frederick

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

Karen W.

Desert visit
Everything was fantastic, the home,location and the outside, it felt like a resort. The hostess was great to work with and had there home very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla K.

Wonderful week with family!
Cactus Flats was by far our favorite place we have stayed in Scottsdale! It is gloriously off the beaten path, but still close to hiking and other activities we love. The neighborhood is quiet, the neighbors we saw on our walks were freindly (as were the many horses in the neigh-borhood!) The pictures and description of the listing were perfect, actually, I’d say it’s even better ! The highlight of the house is for sure the outside space. The pool is lovely, landscaping was meticulous, the upper deck on the house was perfect for sunsets and stargazing! The house is well-appointed, has a lot of nice touches throughout. The owners were very kind and communicative. We did not have any issues while we were there so we didn’t need to contact them after check in. Instructions are clear and easy to understand. Everything in the house worked well, but I am confident that if we had a question, the owners would be responsive. Super fun week. We were thrilled to be able to call this property “home” for a week. Looking forward to next year, hopefully we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Y.

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

Claudia S.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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