A Gem in the Heart of Tucson

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Excellent

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4750 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Tucson, AZ

Tucson Convention Center
‪4 min drive‬
Rialto Theatre
‪4 min drive‬
University of Arizona
‪6 min drive‬
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Lic# 20731308 This 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom home is great for events near the heart of downtown Tucson such as The Gem Show, Rodeo, and El Tour de Tucson. The Tucson Convention Center is just a short Lyft or Uber away! This is also a great hide away for days when you just want to take a break from all the activity. Free parking in a gated driveway is a fresh break from parking fees! Mexican restaurants are just a short walk or drive to get your fill of the southwestern cuisine!

Property manager

Mark Johnson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please park your car inside the gated driveway.

Please, as needed, place garbage in the bins outside. There are new garbage bags under the kitchen sink.

Please chat us on the app or text my cell at xxx-xxx-xxxx upon departing. Thank you for staying with us!

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. Tucson Mall and Tuscon Spectrum are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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.

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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

Tucson Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Fox Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Rialto Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
University of Arizona - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Kino Sports Complex - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

Roy Laos Transit Center - 5 min drive
Tucson Station - 9 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tacos Apson - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Don Chava Tortillas - ‬9 min walk
‪Carnitas La Yoca - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Gem in the Heart of Tucson pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Gem in the Heart of Tucson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Gem in the Heart of Tucson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Gem in the Heart of Tucson located?

Located in South Tucson, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Tucson Greyhound Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from University of Arizona. Southside Presbyterian Church and Tucson VA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

8.8

Excellent

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

7.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

Mar 31, 2025

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

Clean,quiet,

Well prepared , was well stocked,even had coffee in cubbered

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Feb 18, 2025

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

Was a very nice place to stay

We definitely enjoyed staying here as it was quiet safe and comfortable

Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Jan 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It was perfect for what we needed!! Cute and quaint and perfect for a family with small children. Great communication from the owners.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz G

Nov 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Wonderful time...Host very attentive and helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Constance B.

Mar 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not a gem

We were in town to have ceramic coating installed on our RV and truck so we wanted something in close proximity. This home was convenient, but not in the best of neighborhoods. There was constant foot traffic of what appeared to be unhoused folks, but we were not approached by any of them. The home is older and in need of some updates. PROs: VERY Clean, Very Well Stocked for cooking. There were plenty of cleaning products in shower, linens, blankets, etc. All appliances worked well. The floors were all tile and in good condition. Cons: No window treatments in the master bath, allowing night time lighting to illuminate the bedroom. Ceiling leaked in two locations during a rain storm. Manager was notified for mitigation. We did place towels and then a couple pans under to prevent further mess. These leaks occurred in the kitchen and did not cause any damage to anything. **Dogs adjacent to the property were constantly barking (no fault of VRBO). The entrance/exit door opened on the side of the barking dogs and our last night the dogs barked constantly for twenty minutes while we were trying to go to sleep. Although we would not feel comfortable staying at this location again, it was convenient for what we needed this time. I commend the owner/manager for trying to improve the neighborhood!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ken V.

Feb 21, 2023

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

Tucson rental home

The house was very well equipped, very clean, spacious bathrooms, and bedrooms. It seamed that the main ptack unit in the kitchen area could not keep that area very warm. In the morning when we would get up the temp in that room would be in the lower 60s. Once the day progressed it would warm up. The parking area is tight quarters especially when you are driving a full sized vehicle. Over all we enjoyed the accommodations. Thanks

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Feb 20, 2023

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

Convenient for Travel, But Come Prepared

This property was very close to I10, which made travel to everywhere we needed to go easy. It was also well cleaned. Make sure to bring extra long device cables as many of the outlets are loose and don't hold the cords well. Also, be prepared for the weather. The heating did not work great in all of the rooms, and I expect the cooling during the summer would be the same. Also, if you are sensitive to noise, make sure to pack earplugs as the air/heating units make some noise during the night that might bother some people. Finally, the gate is set up for a padlock, so if you need the extra security just make sure to bring a good lock with with you.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

LINDA H., Altoona

Mar 16, 2022

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

Perfect for what we needed

Nice little house, had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Very close to Walgreens, grocery store and laundromat. Easy access to 10. Would stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Feb 15, 2022

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

Spotless house in quiet neighborhood.

Well-kept secure house in a quiet neighborhood. Convenient to downtown Tucson and quick access to I-10. A good central location for visiting the many venues of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Adam G.

Feb 1, 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

You get what you pay for.

We were looking for a place close to the gem shows. This place definitely checked that box. It was minutes to Kino and JOGS. But that’s the only positive. This house felt like I was staying at my Tia’s house. The fans were dusty, the shower curtains had mildew and the master bed blanket was dirty! I have pictures to prove it. The worst part was there was constant sketchy activity happening all around. The police were constantly pulling people over. There we’re always cars parked outside. If we went to get something from the truck the security lights on the house would scare them off. The parking is gated but we still didn’t feel super safe. We never took any of our gem show haul out of the car for fear of the neighbors being tempted to break in. Inside the house there were weird motion sensors in multiple areas. Like seriously! Why? The heaters worked well and the one sofa in the house was comfy. We never cooked in the house. We would have left for a hotel but i didn’t want to use our gem show money. :( I would never stay here again. The owner was responsive but didn’t seem to concerned when I reported the dirty blankets. If you stay here, just know the area is a little scary. I would definitely not let my kids play in the small yard outside.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Cassandra K.

Jan 24, 2022

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

great place for dog owners

Good place to stay if you on a bird hunting trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

Oct 12, 2021

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

It is a Gem

The house was exactly as advertised. Conveniently located about 10 minutes from just about everything to include the University of Arizona, which was our prime reason for being in Tucson (Parents weekend). The neighborhood was quiet, the accommodations comfortable and clean. It was easy to find our way around from there. It will be on our list of places to return to!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Aug 29, 2021

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

Great stay in Tucson!

We enjoyed the flavor of South Tucson in Mark's historic adobe casita. It is conveniently located near local restaurants, downtown Tucson, UofA and Saguaro National Park West. We look forward to returning. Michael and Brenda

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Sep 27, 2020

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

The house was comfortable and very relaxing.

A great experience and Marc made sure everything was good to go. We are pleased with the time spent here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

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Hosted by Mark Johnson

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English

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

Twin Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

About this property