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4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball

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Pickleball court
Lap pool
Gas fire pit
Pool lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Cave Creek, AZ
  • Boulders Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Troon North Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball

Welcome to the Donkey House, you will quickly fall in love with the charm surrounded by serene mountain views. Your own estate on 4 acres of secluded land offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in the main house and a 1 full bedroom + kitchen in the casita. Tastefully designed to meet your luxury needs in the Southwest. Relax in the cozy beds and spa-like soaking tub, surrounded by peaceful nature. Host a retreat, horseback ride, swim, or hike the trails - there’s something here for everyone!
The Donkey House is a villa located on 4 acres of land, featuring a swimming lap pool that looks out to the mountains, multiple outdoor patios and entertaining spaces with fireplaces, pergolas and BBQ grills.

PATIO & POOL: The backyard features a pool, fire pit, fireplace, and bbq grill. The large outdoor area is perfect for relaxing and entertaining.

PICKLEBALL COURT: Brand new pickleball court ready for you and your guests to have a ball.

HORSE AMENITIES: Includes 2 stalls, 2 pens, and a full-size riding arena.

PARKING: Paved circle driveway that can fit at least 5 cars, with additional covered stalls.

KITCHEN: Fully stocked and ready for use! The kitchen will delight the chef with stainless appliances including a gas range with double ovens, abundance of cabinetry, granite countertops, large island with breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry.

Master Bedroom: Features a king bed, fireplace, closet and en-suite bathroom with a shower and floating tub.

Bedroom 2: Features a queen bed and closet.

Bedroom 3: Features a queen bed and closet.

Detached Casita: King bed, fully-stocked kitchen, full bathroom with a shower and floating tub.

LAUNDRY: features a washer, dryer, iron & ironing board. Detergent pods.

Location:
- 15 minutes to North Scottsdale
- 11 miles to TPC
- 7 minutes to shopping and dining in Cave Creek
- 3.4 miles to Black Mountain Trail
- 3 miles to Whisper Rock Golf Club

Pool heating requires an additional nightly fee. Please let us know if you'll be interested in using the heater so that we can have it ready for you.

We have goats that live on the property near the casita. Please do not disturb them. They are cared for by the property's landscapers. The property is surrounded by open desert, so you may encounter occasional desert wildlife.

TPT #21472977
We require a signed rental agreement and a photo of your government-issued ID matching the payment method on file after booking.

Insurance and Guest Verification: As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, a mandatory insurance fee is included in your reservation cost. This insurance covers some incidents of bodily injury and some accidental damages. Please contact us if you'd like details on the coverage provided.
By moving forward and booking this reservation you give permission to the property manager to use a third-party service to verify your identity and check criminal databases to confirm your reservation.

Extended Stays
- For stays of 21 nights or more, there is a monthly cap of $500.00 on utility costs. The booking guest is responsible for utility costs incurred beyond this cap
- For stays of 28 nights or more, we may require a refundable deposit and an additional deep cleaning fee.

Cancellations: We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance at booking, as we are not able to provide refunds for cancellations outside of our policy for reasons such as flight delays/cancellations, weather, injury, or illness. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with our cancellation window. Please use this time to research the location with the provided address and finalize your travel plans. Refunds will not be considered outside of this window for any reason.

House Rules
- Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Parties and any disruptive events are strictly prohibited. Occupancy is limited to the maximum number of guests shown in the listing, and all guests must be included in your reservation. Violation of this policy may result in removal from the premises and/or removal from the booking platform. Refunds will not be considered in the event of a violation.
- The fee to use the pool heater is an additional $75/night.
- If a lockbox is used, failure to return the key(s) to the lockbox will incur a re-keying fee.
- No RV parking.
- Pets: No pets allowed at this time.
- No tape or adhesive is allowed to be attached to the walls.
- Please be a courteous neighbor. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- No smoking of any kind is permitted anywhere on the premises.
- No commercial photography or filming is permitted on the property. Tents or other structures may not be erected unless otherwise approved by the host prior to booking.
- Please treat the home as if it were your own, report any damages immediately, and leave things as you found them. Booking guest is liable for any damage to the property and agrees to accept charges to the card on file (if applicable) should damage occur during occupancy.
- If you happen to notice any kind of cleaning error or damage upon checking into the property, please make sure to notify us right away along with pictures so we can address it ASAP. Refunds will not be considered in the event of an unreported issue that we were not given the opportunity to address. By reserving our property you understand that while we do our best to ensure that the property is up to standard, please be aware that refunds will not be considered for ordinary wear and tear.
-Please only flush toilet paper when using the restroom as flushing anything else will cause damage to the septic system.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carefree

Located in Carefree, this holiday home is in the mountains. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Happy Valley Towne Centre and Kierland Commons. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild at Heart, or check out an event or a game at Westworld of Scottsdale. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cave Creek, AZ

What's nearby

  • Boulders Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Troon North Golf Club - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Desert Ridge Marketplace - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 19 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wagon Wheel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Station - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4BR Rustic Southwest | Heated Pool | Pickleball located?

This family-friendly Carefree holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Boulders Golf Club and Desert Foothills Theater. Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial and One To One Primary Care are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

We loved the donkey house!

Beautiful piece of property, we had a lovely stay and would definitely recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Nice place to stay.

It's a fun property to stay at. The location is great for activities north of the valley.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

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

Quiet Southwestern Retreat

My family of 3 stayed for an extended weekend. We had a great time. Property was clean, quiet and unique. Enjoyed the patio and many fireplaces, we even saw a few hummingbirds.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LuAnne P.

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

Excellent Host

Amazing property and excellent host. Very responsive to inquiries!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great property

Perfect property for a large family at Thanksgiving!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Broken pool lock and much home disrepair made stay disappointing

The location and property had potential to be amazing, but we had numerous issues that made us leave our vacation feeling frustrated and disappointed. The house was in disrepair; most lightbulbs were burned out in the home, the coffee maker in the casita was broken, and the pool was not heated when we arrived as we had requested. Additionally, the lawn furniture was covered with protective covers, and we had to remove everything and move it somewhere, which took time. That should have been done for us the day we arrived. The outdoor furniture and landscaping was in very bad shape. Dead potted plants, bushes and trees were everywhere. The walk from the main house to the casita was so dark it was dangerous, and we had to use our phone flashlight to get there at night. We searched EVERYWHERE and could not find remote controls anywhere for the tv's in any of the bedrooms. The air conditioner in the main house was so loud when it went on that it woke the children up in the middle of the night. The most serious issue, however, was that the pool lock was completely broken, leaving it accessible to a 2 year old and a 3 year old. We were very nervous throughout our trip because of that and suspect that is ILLEGAL! Overall, very disappointing and staff not very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

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