10/10 Excellent
Walter J.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend in Tucson
Walter J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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Desert Bloom | Blocks from U of A | 1 BR 1 BA
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3559.7 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tucson, AZ
- University of Arizona8 min walk
- Rialto Theatre18 min walk
- Tucson Convention Center3 min drive
- Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common spaces
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Desert Bloom | Blocks from U of A | 1 BR 1 BA
This special place is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit.
✓ Steps away from the University of Arizona
✓ Street car nearby
✓ Coffee station
✓ Smart TV
✓ Fast Wifi
✓ Fully equipped + stocked kitchen
✓ Walk-friendly neighborhood
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5 min walk → University's main campus
5 min walk → Coffee shops
12 min walk → 4th Ave.
Walking distance to coffee shops, pizza, city bikes, University Boulevard, bars, and convenience stores.
Note: The home does NOT have a laundry room (washer or dryer), but a laundromat is just a 3-minute drive away, quite close if needed.
PETS: This is a pet-friendly home, and guests are welcome to bring their furry friends! There is a limit of two pets, and the associated fees are $55 for one pet and $80 for two pets. (For two pets, $55 is included in the initial reservation payment, and an additional fee request of $25 is sent after booking.) We ask that pets not be allowed on the furniture and that guests pick up and discard any droppings.
PACKAGES & MAIL: If you need to receive packages or mail during your stay, please DO NOT plan to have anything delivered to the property. Instead, please plan to have packages or mail delivered to an Amazon locker, FedEx location, etc.
SOFA BED: Please let us know if you plan to use the sofa bed so we can have linens and pillows ready for your stay.
✓ Steps away from the University of Arizona
✓ Street car nearby
✓ Coffee station
✓ Smart TV
✓ Fast Wifi
✓ Fully equipped + stocked kitchen
✓ Walk-friendly neighborhood
Be sure to ♥ my listing to your Vrbo Wish List so you can find me easily next time.
5 min walk → University's main campus
5 min walk → Coffee shops
12 min walk → 4th Ave.
Walking distance to coffee shops, pizza, city bikes, University Boulevard, bars, and convenience stores.
Note: The home does NOT have a laundry room (washer or dryer), but a laundromat is just a 3-minute drive away, quite close if needed.
PETS: This is a pet-friendly home, and guests are welcome to bring their furry friends! There is a limit of two pets, and the associated fees are $55 for one pet and $80 for two pets. (For two pets, $55 is included in the initial reservation payment, and an additional fee request of $25 is sent after booking.) We ask that pets not be allowed on the furniture and that guests pick up and discard any droppings.
PACKAGES & MAIL: If you need to receive packages or mail during your stay, please DO NOT plan to have anything delivered to the property. Instead, please plan to have packages or mail delivered to an Amazon locker, FedEx location, etc.
SOFA BED: Please let us know if you plan to use the sofa bed so we can have linens and pillows ready for your stay.
Property manager
Todd Millay
Premier Host
Languages
Croatian, English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Tucson
Midtown, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Check out an event or a game at Tucson Convention Center, and consider making time for Pima Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Tucson, AZ
What's nearby
- University of Arizona - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Rialto Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Arizona Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Fox Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Tucson Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Gentle Bens - 7 min walk
- Illegal Pete's - Tucson - 8 min walk
- Time Market - 4 min walk
- Scented Leaf Tea House - 8 min walk
- Frog & Firkin - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Wayne M.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation in Tucson
Wayne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
3 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucson 4th Ave/University
Chris A.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark U.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Softball tournament week
Mark U.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Ann T.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet casita, great location.
Ann T.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dr. Trista D.
28 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moms weekend at UA
Dr. Trista D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teresa F.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Teresa F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vic
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Communication
Vic
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway at Desert Bloom
Susan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
sue k.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tuscon vacation
sue k.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
tim h.
25 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parents weekend
tim h.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Todd Millay
Languages:
English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Croatian
Premier Host
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