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Desert Hues, in historic Sam Hughes, is a serene retreat perfect for groups and families. Unwind by the private pool and hot tub or enjoy evening BBQs in the backyard with outdoor dining, fire pit, and bistro lights.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool

  • Enjoy a private & spacious retreat located in historic Sam Hughes. Sleeping 12, Desert Hues is a quiet retreat located walking distance to UA. Each space has been curated to be warm & welcoming while focusing on indoor/outdoor living & beautiful weather we're known for. Play all day in the private pool & hot tub, enjoy evening BBQs in the backyard with outdoor dining, fire pit, & bistro lights. Perfect for groups & families, we've designed this space with your enjoyment in mind.

    There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Cozy organic cotton bedding welcomes you at the end of the day.

    The Main Bedroom has a queen bed with private attached en-suite bathroom.

    Bedroom 2 has a queen bed for sleeping two.

    Bedroom 3 is the largest bedroom and can sleep up to a family of four with a queen bed and two stacked twin beds to use if needed. This room also has a large closet and a view of the pool.

    The main living room has a large double slider door to enjoy indoor outdoor living during the cooler months. This also provides direct access to the pool with plenty of seating and lounging possible for everyone. The couch converts to a queen sleeper for two.

    Either of the two living rooms have space for the provided air mattress if you need to sleep a few more guests in the house.

    Off of the second living area is the back patio with outdoor dining options, extra seating, a charcoal grill, and string lights to provide ample lighting.

    Pets - We may allow pets on a case by case basis, please message us to see if we can accommodate.

    The home and property are entirely private and available for your use. There is plenty of free street parking in front of the house and one spot in the driveway.

    Pool can be heated at your request. Heating fee of $30/day may be applicable.

    Pets - We may allow pets on a case by case basis, please message us to see if we can accommodate.

    If an unauthorized event occurs, a $500 fee will be charged. No parties or events are allowed.

    To ensure a pleasant stay for everyone, we have a few house rules in place. Additional charges may apply in cases of excessive mess, damages, unauthorized guests, smoking, or pets not disclosed at booking. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

    If you have any questions, just message us anytime! Happy to help!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- No Glassware in pool or hot tub - Quiet hours after 10PM - Children must be supervised at all times in and around pool
Desert Hues Liability Waiver - By booking a reservation at Desert Hues, you acknowledge and agree to the attached liability waiver.
- No smoking. There will be a $500 smoking fee applied if violated. - Late checkouts will incur a $250 fee.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Events allowed w/ prior approval and separate rate

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: Events allowed w/ prior approval and separate rate
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, outdoor lighting and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Desert Hues - A Private & Spacious Retreat w/Pool located?

This family-friendly Tucson holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Himmel Park and University of Arizona. Zocalo and Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved our stay especially the pool! The guest was very attentive and answered any questions we had. Stayed with our entire family ranging from all ages was perfect. Our host even left us a fun gift we appreciated so much. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

A+ stay in Tucson

Enjoyed our stay at this property! Quiet neighborhood! Very convenient location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Incredible location and property

The house was absolutely beautiful and such a comfortable place to stay with my group of friends! The neighborhood is great and there’s a few good places to eat and drink that are walkable. Erin was very easy to get a hold of with any questions, but everything was laid out so perfectly that we hardly needed anything. Amazing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

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

Great UA Homecoming Rental

Wonderful property not too far from campus that we had four couples rent for University of Arizona’s homecoming weekend. All rooms and bathrooms were nicely done with everything we needed. The main house had enough room and seating to hang out and the casita was extra cute with an additional living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had such a great stay here! The house is clean and well stocked, bedrooms are comfortable and lots of seating throughout the house. It was a great place for a girls trip close to campus and the hosts were incredibly helpful and responsive to anything we may need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen and Todd F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a great location, walking distance from UofA and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pearl S.

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

Great House!

Our family really enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Wonderful Stay

We all really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The host was welcoming; however, not all amenities worked as promised. The hot tub worked the first day, but was lukewarm after that.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard G.

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

Amazing Oasis in Quiet Neighborhood

This is one of the nicest rental properties I've ever stayed at. The attention to detail and accommodations are A+. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Tucson and Saguaro

A charming home in a great location convenient to Saguaro National Park and many great food options. We especially enjoyed relaxing in the pool during the hot summer days!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rose L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Space is gorgeous, well designed, and artfully decorated. Superb gathering spaces outside and inside the house. Being a short term rental owner/operator myself, I do find it disappointing when owners/management don’t visit and maintain the property to ensure all remains in the condition promised in the listing. Record player was broken, Bluetooth speaker System was inoperable, the exterior of the property needed a pretty thorough cleaning and straightening which I did on arrival, one wall of power in the kitchen did not work leading to the stove and oven being inoperable, and at least one overhead light was burned out or broken. While the management was responsive in writing, the response was not timely to fix the things I reported during my stay and they have as yet been unwilling to compensate me for the listing not being in the promised condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed the property very much. The pool was wonderful and our 12 year old twins enjoyed having their own rooms. We felt comfortable and enjoyed the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

margaret p.

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

Charming home.

We loved the character of this home in such a quaint neighborhood! We were on spring break for a mother/daughter trip with friends. Erin was super communicative. It was very hot during our visit, so AC was wonderful in the main house and casita. Pool was great, but would have loved some more lounge seating. (But the girls certainly didn't have a problem lying literally everywhere!) Water pressure was perfect. Enough lounging space for all. Kitchen was stocked, but a little short for 8 ppl (we kept having to wash mugs and silverware.) But that was a minor inconvenience. Very quiet historical neighborhood that was great to walk around. Just a few blocks from Starbucks, fyi. Close to University and fun restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric d.

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

Desert Getaway

Great house, centrally located, and a hot tub that hit the spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Desert getaway

Great stay in a wonderful neighborhood. The hosts were very responsive to our questions and have great suggestions for things to do and see while in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

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

Enjoyable weekend stay

The property was very clean and suited the needs of our group perfectly! Greatly appreciate the communication prior to, during and after our stay on anything that was needed and in answering any questions we had. Will certainly look to stay at this property again! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Osmara M.

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

Sam Hughes spot to stay cool

The house had a clean pool that our kids enjoyed. The grandparent stayed inside to be cool and was able to see out the pool via the big back windows. The beds were very comfortable. Would come back and recommend the stay. The only issues is that all the larking is on the street by house. But sam Hughes is a safe community - no issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominik S.

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

Taste of the Old Pueblo

We had wonderful stay! Erin's house is very spacious, very tastefully decorated and outdoor areas are to die for :) Erin was able to capture heart and soul of the Old Pueblo (we used to live in Tucson in the past). There are so many small details that make you feel you are in the desert (ie: greasewood branches in the shower which give off smell of rain in the desert). We loved the carpets, furniture and all the southwestern detail. Outdoor landscaping was great too. We used both pool and hot tub and spend most of our days hanging by the pool. The neighborhood is quiet and eclectic with big trees, adobe style houses, beautiful frontwards and desert vegetation. You can smell blooming lemon trees and see cardinals in the yards. It is jogging/walking distance to the UofA campus. Central location makes it much more easier to go either west or east without driving across whole town (we have visited both Sonora Desert Museum, Sabino Canyon and Mt Lemmon). There is small casita behind the main house but both outdoor areas are completely private (casita guests do not access outdoor space of the main property) Great communication with the owner. Rental is pricy but you get what you pay for. Would like to rent again when visiting Tucson in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollis v.

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

Wonderful Stay!

My 2 children, husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Desert Hues property over Thanksgiving. Overall, the house suited us very well. The only things to note are that there are 2 outdoor areas (one with the pool and a couch and some lounges, and one with a larger seating area/eating table/grill/outdoor fireplace). This was a slight issue for us as had chosen the house to let our kids swim freely in the pool while we visited with family members outside, but the seating area on the pool side was more limited. Not a huge problem, just something to note. Otherwise, our stay was wonderful and the house suited us quite well!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020