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Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson

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Rancho Venado Tucson
Evening on the back porch
Gas fire feature and comfy seating on the back porch.
Pool side shade and natural desert landscaping.
Beverages poolside

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 103785 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Saguaro National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sabino Canyon
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Classic

1 Queen Bed

Hawaiian

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom--Western

1 King Bed

Vintage Room

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Classic Room

Toilet · Shower only

Hawaiian

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs

Toilet

Vintage Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson

Rancho Venado Tucson Property Highlights
4 Bedroom/4.5 bath Arizona Ranch style home
Vaulted ceilings with custom woodworking
Award winning design
Artful detailing showcases wrought iron designs and stain glass windows and skylights
Private setting on 4.8 acres
Conveniently located on the Northeast side of town
Gated Security
Accommodates up to 10 people comfortably
Open concept Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, and Kitchen for a true Great Room effect
Well stocked, fully equipped chef style kitchen
HDTV’s/Direct TV/DVR/DVD player
Multiple dining areas
Expansive fully furnished front and back porches because Southwest living means enjoying outdoor spaces
Wood burning brick and stone fireplaces
Fenced in Swimming pool with outdoor pool side seating
Outdoor gas fire feature
Gas barbeque grill
Spa like showers
Walk in Jacuzzi tub in Master Bedroom Suite
Washer and Dryer
Cleaned with Eco-friendly, non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products. This is
Rancho Venado's contribution for a better environment both for our guests and
the Desert Southwest.
Foosball table and ping-pong table for some friendly competition

The Home:

Rancho Venado is a custom built, award winning home that is a work of art. It is truly a one of a kind, spiritual desert oasis located in the heart of Tucson's northeast side-a hiking and biking paradise.
From the moment you approach the house, you get a sense that the builder cared about every aspect of this design. This is evident in the beauty of the stained glass and hand-blown lighting, the design of the wrought iron and the custom wood throughout. Nestled back on a beautiful piece of natural desert, this ranch style home is set to be a popular location for vacation goers who want to experience Arizona at its best.
The drive up to the welcoming front porch shows off an unusual stained glass door and window. Step inside and feel a part of the southwest right away. The open concept living room, dining room, kitchen and family room make you feel right at home. This luxurious home has 3,785 sq. feet with lots of additional living space (front and back porches) bringing the total space to 5,081 sq. ft.

The Bedroom Suites:

Rancho Venado is the vacation home that dreams are made of. With two separate bedroom wings and a seating area that has a sleeper sofa (east wing), the home will sleep 8 to 10 people comfortably.
The right side east wing offers access to 2 Queen suites and 1 King suite. Each bedroom has its’ own bathroom with spa like shower and a courtyard for quiet reflection and communing with nature. The courtyards can be accessed by doors from each bedroom.
Bedroom One is the Vintage King Suite. This room is comfortable and homey. Light wood, quilts and antiques bring a feeling of peace in this room, just what you want when on vacation.
The Classic Queen Suite (bedroom two) has the charm and style of a well-appointed resort, pairing the elegant, dark wood furnishings with the lightness of contemporary floral.
Bedroom Three, the Hawaiian Queen Suite is the most fun room of all, bringing a sense of the islands to Rancho Venado. This room pays homage to the Hawaiian parental roots of the owner.
An additional wing to the left provides a small stairway to the magnificent Master Bedroom. At first view, you will see another piece of architectural art: the beautiful stone fireplace. The rest of the King Master Suite is equally incredible. Well thought out accommodations and classic pieces of furniture take you back to the feeling of the old west, perfect for this part of the country. You will also notice the same theme continuing to the sitting room off the master suite for reading or just plain quiet time. This master bedroom suite would not be complete without an HDTV for your viewing enjoyment. The master bath features double sinks, a large shower and walk in Jacuzzi tub. There is plenty of space for your belongings in the extremely large walk in closet.

Indoor Living Spaces:

Upon entering Rancho Venado, you immediately see the options for spending time with friends, family or by yourself. Straight ahead, the living room has ample seating for visiting with a larger group. The family room to the right has a large screen television for those who want entertainment. The dining room, that is a part of the open concept room, seats 8 and is the perfect setting for a casual or formal meal. The focal point of this Great Room is a beautiful wood burning three-sided brick fireplace.
The inside living space description would not be complete without mentioning the kitchen. There is plenty of space for multiple cooks and for those who want to visit while the cooks do their thing. The kitchen has been completely furnished with all types of cookware and dishware. Want dishes for every day; use the fiesta ware. Want dishes for the patio or pool area; use the desert plastic ware. Want dishes for a special occasion; pull out the china. We have you covered for all possibilities. The 6 burner Viking chef quality stove with built in griddle and dual oven make great cooks out of everyone. Added benefits to this kitchen include a microwave, a separate ice-machine and a stand-alone subzero refrigerator. There is also a full size freezer in the laundry room. The walk-in pantry has plenty of space and is stocked with some basic cooking supplies which also includes an array of spices. An assortment of pots and pans and small appliances for cooking and baking have been stocked for your use in this gourmet kitchen.

Outdoor Spaces:

Just off the living area that covers the entire first level, you can exit through either one of the two beautifully crafted wrought iron doors to a large back porch. The back porch runs from end to end of the interior open concept room and it opens up another world of entertainment possibilities. Gather with your friends and family around multiple seating areas, turn on the gas fire pit, grill some food,
enjoy a drink, set the table for an outdoor meal and soak up the beautiful scenery. Just a few steps away is the pool which is surrounded with more tables and umbrellas for protection from the Arizona sun. Take a dip at Rancho Venado and realize why this is an exceptional property! Pool heating is available for an additional fee if you should request that feature. Pricing for pool heating is based on the current cost of propane.
New addition to the property is 2021 is a 6-7 seat hot tub located off the master bedroom patio.
The front porch extends the length of the first level as well and offers natural desert views. Sit for a bit and watch the birds fly from cactus to cactus or perhaps you will catch sight of a quail family, roadrunner, prairie dog or desert rabbit. This is the desert at its best!

Please Note: Rancho Venado sleeps up to 10 guests. For your comfort as our guests, please discuss with the host if a higher number of occupants is expected. We do charge extra per guest over 10 per night as special arrangements need to be made.
Also Note: We take sanitation and cleanliness very seriously at Rancho Venado. We use non-toxic, environmentally-safe products that kill 99.9% of germs without the use of harmful chemicals. Due to Covid, we are blocking the day before and the day after a booking so that we may do thorough cleaning and disinfecting. Please feel free to inquire about dates if there is a specific need.

We do not know why you have chosen to get away or what it was about Rancho Venado that made you choose this property to be the location of your ideal getaway, but we will do our best to make sure that you are glad you made the right decision to come to Rancho Venado.

















































































































































































Property manager

Mary Pendleton
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fencing around pool but no lifeguard on duty.
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Events

No events allowed
None allowed without written consent of manager
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed on premises
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking premises. No E-cigarettes
Parking for up to 5 vehicles. Do not block the main driveway. Guest house with tenants in the back of the property need access to their rental.
Persons other than registered guests may not stay overnight. Renter is responsible for any visitors other than those registered.
No glass or diving allowed in pool area. Please keep gate closed at all times to protect children. Please supervise youngsters in the pool area.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: None allowed without written consent of manager
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

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Pima Air and Space Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Travelling with kids? Consider B & B Cactus Farm and Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Broadway Trail - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Saguaro National Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Park Place Mall - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Sabino Canyon - 21 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 25 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bread and Butter Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rancho Venado Tucson, One of a kind, spiritual desert oasis in NE Tucson located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 2 mi (3 km) of B & B Cactus Farm and Saguaro National Park. Broadway Trail and 49er Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Wonderful location we had a family wedding nearby. Patio was our favorite part!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter get away

Had a wonderful stay, thanks Elton
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arizona home away from home!

This was a repeat stay with you. As the previous year, everything was clean and comfortable. We are a family group of older folks (siblings and spouses). Everyone has their own space and bath. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and appliances. The large dining table suits us perfectly. Our favorite spot is outdoors on the wonderful patio! You are a great host. We highly recommend your property especially for a family group. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for our group

We celebrated with 6 sisters, a cousin and niece. The house was perfect size for our group. The house was beautiful and everyone enjoyed their stay immensely. Every room was large, including the bathrooms and bedrooms. The beds were so comfortable and we all slept soundly. The weather was great for late Jan., early Feb. We definitely recommend this place for family reunions, birthdays, or any get together. I would love to come back with a different group to experience this beautiful house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaity B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Missouri and Arizona met in Tuscon

The location was great. The view is amazing. The patio is a great addition to the living room. Everything you could need was already in the house for you to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, but a bit dated

We came to Tucson for a family wedding at Tanque Verde ranch and found this property nearby. The area is beautiful and it’s a great house - ideal for a lot of people. The caretaker was very communicative and helpful before we arrived, and made sure we were well taken care of. My only issue would be that the house is a bit dated, the lights are hard to operate in that the switches are in odd locations, and the water and heating temps were hard to manage. These are fixable things that would take this property from pretty good to excellent. We certainly enjoyed being there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaRita J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great spot 4 BR & 4 Baths

The house is spacious with the pool and beautiful back deck. Everybody had their own bedroom and bathroom and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherril P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Stay

This is a beautiful house. Patio is huge and allowed us to spend time outdoors. It is surrounded by plants and wildlife. Access to Speedway makes getting to other places easy. Try Saguaro Corners restaurant nearby. Property manager was very helpful. Couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

Our family stayed for a week and the house was excellent. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen and pantry were well stocked. The bathrooms were clean and very nice. One of the highlights was the large covered patio. A very peaceful place
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Travel group

Beautiful property! We enjoyed sending our evening on the wonderful patio!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding celebration

The house is spectacular and was very convenient to the wedding venue. Everything we needed in the kitchen and the patio was perfect for drinking coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Weekend in Tucson

Great house for a family staying in Tucson for Univ of Arizona graduation. Elton met us upon arrival and provided a great overview of the property and area. A little farther from campus than what we thought we wanted (25 minutes) but turned out to be great. Plenty of room for family of six to spread out and nearby hiking trails, restaurants and grocery shopping. House is well secured with electric gate, and was stocked with everything you would need for a weekend in the desert!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you want and more

We stayed at this beautiful property to attend a wedding 10 minutes away at Saguaro Buttes. The house was perfectly located to this venue. We loved being outside the city a bit and thoroughly enjoyed sitting and relaxing on the patio while staring at the mountains / scenery. The house had everything we could have needed and more. We appreciated the abundance of towels, pillows, linens, sunscreen, and kitchen supplies. The patio, foosball table, pool, and hot tub were by far our most favorite parts of this house. The pictures don't do it justice! If you are considering staying in this area, don't look any further and book this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd amazing stay

This was our second time staying here and it was great. Huge pool nice house, great views. Love the location, Elton the manager is really nice. It’s really nice at night with all the stars out. Can’t recommend enough, and after visiting Tucson for 8 years this is the best rental we have found.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house with lots of room for everyone.

10 friends on a golf holiday. Courses were close and beautiful and affordable. The house was clean and spacious and very enjoyable. It does sleep 10 however the pull out couch was not the most comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

We planned a week getaway for three kids, all Over 60, two spouses, and us. Certainly picked the right spot. Enjoyed Tombstone, Air Museum, Saguaro National Park, and botanical gardens. The home was perfect for the family. We were greeted by Elsa in a very comfortable manner. Our communication with Elton was top notch. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than Best!

This home was amazing!!! Six of us (all friends for years) get together every few years. We rent a home so we can spend more time together just to relax and enjoy each other’s company. This home was perfect. There were more than enough bedrooms and bathrooms. There were several sitting areas. The patio was enormous and great for playing card games (we got very good at Zuni during this trip)! The house was so clean, as well as beautifully and tastefully decorated, They thought of every possible comfort when they stocked the house. The property manager met us at the home upon arrival. He showed us all around the house explaining as we went. We had a question during our stay, and he got right back to us. The six of us have all wonderful things to say about our stay. Outstanding!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

Beautiful property and well stocked !
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house, great views, great managers

We stayed for a week with three kids and had the time of our lives the pool was amazing we couldn’t get the kids out of it, the views were astounding, the desert at night was completely gorgeous. Elton the manager was super friendly and helpfull. It couldn’t have been nicer. Great layout for families as the kids can have one wing at the house and the grown-ups can I have the other
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Stay

The property is as described. The home has everything one would need for a great stay. The property manager, Elton, was very helpful. I would definitely stay here again. The only drawback is how far away from downtown it is but if most of your activities will be on the eastside this is an awesome property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay at a Fabulous House

The house is wonderful, clean, perfectly furnished, and so well-equipped with everything you'll ever need. Lots of indoor and outdoor space for large family or groups to spread out or be together and not feel crowded. We love the location in a quiet neighborhood so close to Saguaro National Park. And Elton, the property manager was great! He took the time to welcome us in-person and walk-through/show us the house. He was very friendly and shared helpful tips to make our stay great. We will definitely rent this house again in the future. Thanks Mary and Elton!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B., St Paul, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Sun

This property was everything I hoped it would be. The house was spacious, well appointed, and spotlessly clean. Even my very fussy wife was completely satisfied. While we were there, a hot tub was installed and we could not get my 5 year old grandson out of it. The property managers, Mary and Elton, were easy to work with, helpful and completely fair. Even though the price of propane had gone up dramatically, they honored the daily price to heat the pool that we had agreed to nearly a year ago. We would surely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House for a family.

This house was perfect for what we needed. It was close to the wedding venue we were attending. We spent most of our time on the back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerome W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

Very impressed. Property is well maintained inside and out. Layout was perfect for 4 couples. The location was well suited for our planned activities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mary Pendleton

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