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Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown

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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown

  • With a year of hosting and Superhost status, our family-owned brand, Chic Retreats, is known for thoughtfully designed stays that prioritize comfort, quality, and cleanliness.

    Welcome to Tropaz Retreat—a desert escape near Starr Pass, nestled against the Tucson Mountains and just minutes from downtown. Built for outdoor living, this 3BR (4 bed) home features a private pool (heated in winter), hot tub, and putting green. Spend your days hiking, biking, or wildlife spotting, and your evenings unwinding under the stars—ideal for golfers, Gem Show visitors, families, and pets.

    WHAT GUESTS LOVE:
    ★ “Heated pool is a nice feature for our winter family trips”
    ★ “Love being able to walk out the door to get to some great hikes”
    ★ “Wildlife is everywhere”

    THE SPACE - KEY FEATURES
    ✔ Hot tub
    ✔ Pool (can be heated - see below)
    ✔ BBQ Grill
    ✔ Peaceful Desert Views and Spacious Outdoor Area
    ✔ 3 bed, 2 bath (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double Bunk Beds)
    ✔ Private, Fully Fenced Yard, Large Covered Patio
    ✔ Centrally located to Top Attractions + Great Restaurants
    ✔ Newly Remodeled Kitchen

    The HOUSE:

    LIVING ROOM
    ✔Comfy sectional to relax
    ✔ Smart TV
    ✔Open floor plan to Dining Room
    ✔Blankets

    LARGE KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
    ✔ Oven, Stove, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, AirFryer
    ✔ Kuerig Coffee Station (Drip, Pod, Sugar)
    ✔ Spices, Cooking Oil, Pots & Pans, Bakeware, Blender, Toaster, etc
    ✔ Dining Table
    ✔ Sliding Door to Patio

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (3 BEDROOMS)

    KING BEDROOM 1 + BATHROOM
    ✔ King Bed + En-Suite Bathroom
    ✔ 55" Smart TV

    QUEEN BEDROOM 2
    ✔ Queen Bed
    ✔ 55" Smart TV

    BUNK BEDROOM 3
    ✔ Double Mattress Bunk Beds

    ALL BEDROOMS HAVE:
    ✔ Linens & Pillows
    ✔ Nightstands & Reading Lamps
    ✔ Portable Fans
    ✔ Extra Pillows and Blankets
    ✔ Hangers

    BATHROOMS (2 FULL)
    ✔ 1 Walk in Shower + 1 Tub
    ✔ Hair Dryer, Shampoo + Conditioner, Towels, Makeup Towels

    LAUNDRY ROOM
    ✔ Washer & Dryer

    PARKING
    ✔ Covered Parking (1 Car) + Driveway (1 Cars) + Street Parking

    CLIMATE CONTROL
    ✔ Central Heating & Cooling

    INTERNET
    ✔ 5G High-speed internet

    SAFETY & SECURITY
    ✔ Your safety is important. The property is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide alarms & a fire extinguisher
    ✔ Equipped with SimpliSafe Security Cameras (public areas - exterior entrance, garage & side gate)

    EASY CHECK-IN:
    ✔ Flexible Self Check-in with Smart Lock
    ✔ Unique Door Code Sent Before Arrival

    GUEST ACCESS:
    ✔ Guests have access to the entire home and laundry room

    PRIME LOCATION

    Nearby Attractions:
    ✔ Desert Hiking & Biking Trails – Out front Door
    ✔ Tumamoc Hill - 3.5 mi
    ✔ Tucson Mountain Park - 6.2 mi
    ✔ University of Arizona - 7.4 mi
    ✔ Saguaro National Park West – 15 mi
    ✔ Tucson Botanical Gardens – 11 mi
    ✔ Sonora Desert museum - 12 mi

    Events & Entertainment:
    ✔ Tucson Gem & Mineral Show – 4.5 mi
    ✔ Downtown Tucson & 4th Ave – 5 mi
    ✔ Fox Theater – 5.1 mi

    Golf & Recreation:
    ✔ Starr Pass Golf Suites – 1.6 mi
    ✔ Tucson Country Club – 15 mi
    ✔ Skyline Country Club - 18 mi

    GETTING AROUND:
    A car is recommended for exploring the area. You'll have access to one covered parking spot and one driveway spot, with additional street parking available. The home's central location provides easy access to Tucson's top attractions and restaurants


    POOL HEATING: The pool warms up nicely and is refreshing in the summer months. For cooler seasons, heating is available upon request to warm the pool to 84-86°F. Unless of course you love cold plunges!

    SUMMER (May-Sept):
    ✔ $50/day for the first 3 days (3-day min).
    ✔ Day 4+ are $20/day

    WINTER (Oct - April)
    ✔ $75/day for the first 3 days (3-day min).
    ✔ Day 4+ are $25/day

    ✔ 2 day notice required before arrival to heat.
    ✔ Special rates are available for stays of 20+ days.
    ✔ Pool heating can be paid thru Venmo or Apple Cash
    ✔ The pool cools down at night and takes a couple of hours in the morning to warm back up to the desired temperature.

    POOL + HOT TUB MAINTENANCE:
    ✔ Weekly Tuesday around 9am. Side gate is used and takes less than 30 minutes.

    LONGER STAYS: Please contact us for stays longer than 28 days.

    HOT TUB: Drained June- September

    GARBAGE: Comes every Wednesday morning. Appreciate if guests put it out Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

    View our other VRBO Property: listing #4322391

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Log out of any streaming accounts
Cleaning fee covers normal cleaning of the home. Excessive cleanup, including failure to return furniture, pool items or other amenities to their original locations, may result in additional charges.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

-Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am. Please enjoy the outdoor spaces! Out of consideration for our great neighbors we ask noise to be minimal during this time.
- Illegal drug use is strictly prohibited. - Firearms are not permitted on the property.
-By continuing to book, guest agrees to follow pool and hot tub rules and assumes ANY and ALL liability from use of hot tub and pool.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: - Other types of pets need approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: *must read & sign disclaimer for pool and hot tub

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Advance approval needed for gatherings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Advance approval needed for gatherings
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Westside Development, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. Starr Pass Golf Club and Pusch Ridge Resort Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Tucson Mall and Tuscon Spectrum. 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. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Tucson travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A fountain, a palm tree, and a building with a red roof.
    University of Arizona
    13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Overlook the aircraft boneyard, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
    24 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Saguaro National Park
    Saguaro National Park
    30 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Starr Pass Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tucson Convention Center
    10 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station
    15 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center
    16 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Burger King
    7 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    7 min drive
  • Circle K
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown have a pool?

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

Is Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown located?

Located in Westside Development, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Starr Pass Golf Club, Greasewood Park and Sentinel Peak. University of Arizona and Santa Cruz Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Desert Playhouse• Pool• Putt• Lounge• Watch Wildlife • Pets• 10 min to Downtown Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Autumn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location, with hiking access so close to enjoy the desert. The neighborhood was quiet with beautiful views. A beautiful new kitchen with all the amenities you need, a great secure backyard that our golden retriever enjoyed, very comfortable home. Rene was promptly responsive if we had questions or needed anything. I would choose her rental again when we return!
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent rental with very communicative hosts. Clean, comfortable and well equipped. Fun house for a family gathering - lots of games and a great pool/hot tub. Not too far from town, but far enough for privacy, hiking trails, relaxing. Really great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Above all we look for a clean home with wonderful beds and that is what was received. The home was comfortable and the outdoor living was great! The pool was used almost everyday. We had everything we needed to cook our meals at home if we felt so inclined as well. Rene was very attentive, making sure our stay was perfect including advice on restaurants and biking the loop etc.
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025