Casa Cactus: Modern Bohemian Retreat in Tonto National Park

Stargazing Haven with 30 Ft Saguaro, Desert Views & Comfort

30 ft Saguaro Retreat -Unique Stargazing+ Views

Welcome to Casa Cactus, a modern bohemian-inspired, newly constructed Villa nestled in the Tonto National Park in Scottsdale. 🌡 30 feet Saguaro -- it's right in our backyard! and estimated to be over 150 years old! ✨ Stargazing & Astronomy 🏜 Endless Mountain & Desert Landscape πŸŒ… Unforgettable Sunrise & Sunsets πŸ“½ Projector & Screen for Outdoor Viewing πŸ”Œ 30 AMP Outlet for EVs & RVs πŸ”₯ Indoor Fireplace πŸ“Ί Large Roku TV πŸ“Ά 80+ Mbps WiFi πŸ“ 2200 sqft - 4 Bedroom



Scottsdale, AZ, United States

8 guests

4 bedrooms

2.5 bathrooms

Good to know

Please save 🧑 the cabin. Click the heart in the upper right-hand corner to help you find Casa Cactus again and share it with other people You are far enough to get away to unwind in nature yet close enough to enjoy the restaurants and activities that Scottsdale has to offer. (Did you know Instacart delivers most things to us in 30 minutes? Yes, Costco, Sprouts Market, Target & many other stores deliver to us) At Casa Cactus, our goal is to provide you with an extraordinary experience. Whether you're: enjoying a sunrise coffee on the patio or reading a book next to the fireplace,Β there's always something for you to appreciate about this place.Β  Explore the hidden secrets of Scottsdale,Β nearby activities include: (We actually tried all of these activities ourselves, and can highly recommend!)Β  🚀 Drive to Barlett Lake and cool off in the Summer heat or fish in the Wintertime. (12-person boat rental available at the lake for $250 / 4 hours) ⛳️  Golf at one of the 15+ different Golf courses nearby 🐴 Horseback riding in Tonto National Forest, it's literally our backyard! (It's about $60 / person, 5 mins from Casa Cactus) 🚴🏼 ATV, Bike, or Hike on one of the nearby trails (Granite Mountain, Tom's Thumb, & more)Β  🎈 Hop on a hot air balloon to catch the sunset over the desert landscape We thoughtfully furnished this home to offer premium hotel-like amenities, while providing more space, comfort and privacy. Our luxury sleeping accommodations make for a peaceful and relaxing night's rest. The kitchen is equipped with a state-of-the-art Bosch kitchen appliance set, as well as the essentials you'll need to prepare a delicious dinner for your loved ones. Our home is equipped with high-speed internet and a mesh wifi network to ensure the signal is reliable and strong throughout the property.Β  Here are some direct quotes from our guests at Casa Cactus: πŸ‘πŸ» Pros βž• "... Nature lovers will be very pleased with its tranquil spot nestled at the edge of Tonto National Park, and the centuries old saguaro in the backyard is epic. " βž• "... Design appreciators will love its interior which is artful yet minimal and beautifully spacious. " βž• "... Everything is brand new and energetically clean. " βž• "... A serene getaway from the hustle and bustle" βž• "... Communication was immediate and clear every time. Housekeeping was five star, stargazing a billion." Note βž–Β "... I do recommend a 4x4 car if renting as it makes the dirt road part of the drive more fun :)" βž– Casa Cactus is 30 minutes away from Old Town Scottsdale, so Instacart is a huge win for this place.

Other Details to Note

🌡 AMENITIES: We provide towels, hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels & trash can liners. Highly recommend you bring additional items such as extra towels/blankets/toilet paper/soap/salt/pepper/cooking spray etc 🌡 ENTRY: There is a keypad located at the front door for a simple keyless entry. Entry code will be provided to you on the day of arrival. The code is changed after every guest. 🌡 OUTDOORS: Backyard complete with a 30 foot Saguaro right in our backyard that’s over 150 years old! Fully enclosed fence and backyard. Perfect place to go stargazing. 🌡 PARKING: There is a large driveway which can accommodate up to 5 vehicles. 🌡 THE DRIVE: Super simple, flat and safe road to get to the property! 🌡 INTERNET: The house has reliable high speed internet which makes for a perfect work-cation getaway! You can access your Hulu & Netflix accounts with the Smart TV 🌡 BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1: King size bed Bedroom 2: Queen size bed Bedroom 3: Two double beds Bedroom 4: One single bed 🌡 KITCHEN: Fully equipped with full-sized refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, toaster and all the basic kitchen essentials; Pots/Pans/Plates/Cups/Utensils. 🌡 SECURITY: In an effort to keep the entire property more secure, we have installed 3 Exterior cameras: one outside of the entranceway and two on the exterior of the home, facing away from the house. The cameras do not monitor the interior or outdoor living areas. The neighborhood is very safe, but this helps us keep an eye on the property for your safety. 🌡 MOVIE SCREEN & PROJECTOR Movie Screen & Projector: The movie screen is already assembled and stored in the garage, but guest needs to transport it from the garage. Guests must return movie screen and projector back into garage after every use. Quiet hours are from 9PM - 8AM. To use our movie equipments, guests agree to the following penalty fees: 1) $150 if movie screen and/or projector is left out unattended, 2) $200 if movie screen is broken/missing, and 3) $500 if movie projector is broken/missing. 🌡 Please note the following: LAUNDRY: We have a full washer and dryer located in the garage TRASH: Please place your trash in the Trash Bins located at the side of the house PETS We charge $200 per pet stay, up to 2 pets max. Please be respectful of the property & cleaning team by picking up after your dog. Pets MUST be crated when left alone (not in a closed bathroom or bedroom). Must be in a dog crate if left alone. SERVICE PROVIDERS: During your stay, you may encounter service providers who help with the maintenance and upkeep of Casa Cactus. Please allow them on to the property to do their jobs as scheduled. Below is the schedule: - Pest Control every second month - Hauled Water scheduled as needed; no set date, no guest interaction needed CRITTERS: Casa Cactus located in a National Forest (literally) and we share this land with wildlife, so occasionally, you may see some little critters. Please keep all doors and screen doors shut to prevent our little critter friends from entering the home. Though we maintain a monthly pest/bug control service, the best way to keep the critters out of the home is by closing the doors and screen doors


What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Trash Compactor
  • Wine glasses

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Trash Compactor
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Safe
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games

Entertainment

  • Books

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace

Parking and facilities

  • EV charger
  • Free parking on premises
  • Private living room
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Availability

Accessibility

Neighborhood

This home is in a quiet neighborhood off of a dirt road. The ultimate desert experience with amazing mountain views, sunny skies and pure Southwest flavor! Great Golf Courses, lakes, horseback riding, ATV trails, lakes, and trailheads nearby. Old Town Scottsdale / Fashion Square Mall - 30.6 Miles PHX Sky Harbor International Airport - 38.5 Miles Tonto National Forest - 1.5 Miles Cave Creek Outfitters Horse Ride - 2.8 Miles Fraesfield Trailhead - 5.5 Miles Tom's Thumb Trailhead - 14.4 Miles Troon North Golf Club - 9.2 Miles Tonto Verde Golf Course - 11.3 Miles Granite Mountain Trailhead - 3.1 Miles Talking Stick Resort and Casino / Top Golf / OdySea Aquarium - 25 Miles McDowell Mountain Golf Club - 22 Miles TPC Stadium Golf Course / Phoenix Open Golf Tournament - 19.1 Miles Salt River Fields - 25.1 Miles Hot Air Balloon - RainbowRyders - 24.1 Miles

Guest access

You will have private use of the entire home during your stay..


Location

Getting Around: It is HIGHLY advisable that you download an Offline Map of the North Scottsdale area on your GMaps app. Β  Here's how you do it:.. Β  1) Open GMaps and search Scottsdale (or our address provided after booking). Β  2) Tap the word "Scottsdale" on the bottom of the screen and this will expand the bottom half of the screen. Β  3) On the top right, you will see three dots. Tap this button and select "Download offline map." Β  4) Zoom out to download the entire Scottsdale region. Make sure to capture everything in the north Scottsdale area

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Approximate location. Full address will be provided on booking.