Title: Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds Apartment in Florence with kitchen and furnished balcony ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/40000000/39999800/39999766/9593783c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/40000000/39999800/39999766/ce1a7140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/40000000/39999800/39999766/6a388d46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/40000000/39999800/39999766/7dd3f9ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/40000000/39999800/39999766/efd5efaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene desert landscape of this Southwest country retreat, where quail, hawks, and coyotes roam freely. Enjoy your private courtyard with a hot tub and gas fire bowl at Casita Desert Haven. This cozy studio features a comfortable king-size bed with new pillows and blackout drapery for optimal light control. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2630 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds Southwest country, open space , where the quail, hawks, owls, coyotes, rabbits, other birds travel to. Studio has one bedroom off the kitchen, area. Bathroom, and courtyard with a hot tub & gas fire bowl. Bedroom has A new King size comfortable bed, new pillows for you. This is changed out today. DirectTV . This opens to the courtyard. New blackout drapery goes across the room, this gives you a room divider, and light control. They stack up to each side of the room. And new double sleeper sofa, with memory foam mattress. It sits really nice. This is very comfortable, Kitchen has : microwave, toaster oven , refrigerator with upper freezer. Deep Sink , new dishes. New 24'" electric range, and hood above. I have pots pans etc, all in there to use for cooking. Bathroom has lots of towels, shower etc. On site laundry available, just ask when you need to us it. Heat and air conditioned. Patio has fire bowl, swing seating, rocker, hot tub. Two gates, is enclosed for your use. Full view of sunsets. Lots of parking, just out side of patio area. Long drive way off the street. The casita has parking , opens to the west and north. In the distance you can see Superstition Mts, SE the Catalina Mts. Few miles away is Boxx Canyon, We have hiked or rent side by side in Florence. Or bring your own. We are country desert, neighborhood rural, it’s what Az is. So we would like to share this in the winters. This is the best time of the year for hiking. Bring good hiking boots, clothing for layering. Water bottle, and a good walking stick. Please be aware of the critters and clawers, after all we are a desert. We live on site. This our winter, home next to the casita. We share a eight inch brick thick wall plus’s 4” on each side insulated. So it’s very quiet. Our interests are retired, enjoying taking care of this home, sharing some of the unique things that we have done in Az. Hiking, events near and around here. Some guests have come for winter baseball season, Western league around the valley. Golfing, near by Florence. Unique small towns, easy driving. Greek Monastery about 8 miles south of here. There’s the Casa Grande National Park over in Coolidge. Was the first in the country’s park system. Very interesting. Non smoking, no pets. We use the time between guest for deep cleaning, and preparation for the next guests, with two to three days in between. Key is also sanitizer. After cleaned it is closed up for the next guests. There is also cleaning products under each sink, paper towels toilet paper, etc. As you check our photos, the studio has blackout curtains between the king size bed, and the full size hide-a-bed. Plenty out storage space, this area goes out to the fenced area, with hot tub. Note on the tub, need to have pre request for using. As I have it empty and it takes a day to fill and warm. It is so nice after a day of hiking! The kitchen is just right for light eating. For additional use,outdoor cooking on a barbecue is provided in the patio area. 2021 we have added a smooth top range pans and bake pans, pizza pan.. Over head fan and microwave. Patio furniture includes a swing to stretch out on, and couple other chairs. Barbecue. After a day of hiking, come back and relax ! Put a steak on to the barbecue, watch the colorful sunsets. Get into your hot tub. Watch the stars! Especially brighter in the Southwest. Star chart to name the solar systems. I have added a hot or cold water system. Great for making tea, or filling your water bottles. We look forward to your choosing our casita. We love the Southwestern winters! No snow to shoveling, or like the Nw months of rain! I would suggest a light weight jacket, as it gets cooler in the evenings. We layer our hiking wear. A good pair of shoes, hat etc. I like to take walking stick with. Since this is the desert we always keep a sharp eye on the ground. We are all in the same place of the wild life! Caution is important! One of my favorite things is driving out and hiking in the morning, packing a light lunch then hiking back, to truck. We do have a good time! Also take our BC/Aussie along. I don’t allow pets, although you can ask? We have a horseshoe pit, it is fun! And a recycled desert finds for a mini golf course, plenty of putters. Eighteen holes to practice your skills on. With the higher fuel prices for driving here, I won’t to help with 10% off for a seven day stay & 15% off for 28 days of stay or more. So come on down, get in the Sun! Winters are a lot better warmer! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Fenced private pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Toaster oven - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Winery tours 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Property does not allow children - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 630 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34098600/34098534/188ec4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guesthouse, with quail, cactus, & desert. 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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 Seniors-only community. 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Studio With a Courtyard Studio in the Southwest. Private patio. ## About the area Located in Florence, this apartment is in a rural area. The Windmill Winery and Poston Butte Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore McFarland State Historic Park and Carter Ranch Common Area. Carter Ranch Park and Heartland Ranch Park are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain biking and hiking nearby. [Visit our Florence travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence.dx104691) [View more Apartments in Florence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence-Apartments.d104691-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.97098%2C-111.33798&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2CEzALxUAJD7qKhKlUkaTveBsSc=) Florence, AZ ### What's nearby - Pinal County Historical Society & Museum - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles - McFarland State Historic Park - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles - The Windmill Winery - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles - St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles - Florence Hospital - 25 min drive - 18.0 miles ### Getting around - Mesa, AZ (AZA-Phoenix - Mesa Gateway) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive - ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬8 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Casita in the SW, with lots of character! Cactus of several varieties and birds located? > Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pinal County Historical Society & Museum, McFarland State Historic Park and The Windmill Winery. St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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