Title: Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest 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 home # Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/058cddb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/a142a636.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/4253311e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/0f02116b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/8d8c501e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above the resort-style backyard, this 12 person home offers a warm welcome with its inviting guest rooms, travertine floors, and vaulted ceilings. Begin your day on the view deck to catch the sun rise over the Mazatzal mountains or cozy up by the river rock fireplace. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102970 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest For those seeking the irresistible combination of outdoor adventures, ultimate relaxation and a taste of the Wild West. Start every morning on the view deck above the resort-style backyard to catch the sun rise over the Mazatzal mountains. This 12 person home boasts warm & inviting guests rooms, travertine floors, vaulted ceilings, river rock fireplace, modern kitchen ,& a stunning master retreat. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No illegal drugs,vaping in the home or garage ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### 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 - Unit size: 2,970 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32890000/32886500/32886418/b3fd359b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desert Dreaming–Stunning Luxury Home W/ Many Special Touches Rio Verde Foothills - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=32886418&PinnedHotelID=32886418&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45300000/45290300/45290266/8583a061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heated pool w/swim up bar, game room & much more! 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Please do not move furniture and decor. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: With $3,000 added security and owner approval ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No illegal drugs,vaping in the home or garage ## 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 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.758312,-111.74024&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qhamEng_iT%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40S%40S%40Q%40QBQBQBQBQBSBQBQDQDOBSDODQDQDQFODQFOFODOHOFQFMFOHOFOHOFKHOHOJMHKHMHMJMHMJKJMJKJKJKJKJKJILKJILILIJILILILGLGLILGLELGNGLGLELENENELCLENENCLCNCNANCLANANCN%3FNALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%3FNBL%40N%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNDLBNDLDNDLDLFLFNFLDLFLHLFLFLHJHLHLHJHLHJJJHLJJJJJJJJJJLHJJLHLJLHLHJHLHNHNHLFLHNHNFNFLFPFNFNFNDNFPDPFNDPDPBNDRDNBPDPBPBRBPBPBP%40P%40PBP%40R%40R%40P%40P%3FR%40P%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAR%3FPARAPARAPCPAPAPCPCRCPCPCPEPCPEPEPCNEPEPGNEPGPENGPGLGPGNGNGLININGLINILINILILILKLIJKLIJKLKJKJKLKHMJKHKJMJKFMJMFKJMFMHMFMFMFMFOFMDMFMDODMDODMDODMBOBOBMBOBO%40OBM%3FOBO%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAOAOCO%3FMCOAOCOCMCOCOCMEMEOEOEMEMEMGOEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGMKKGMKMGKKMKKIKKKIKMKKKKKMKKIMKKIMIMIMKMIOIMGMIOGMIQGMGOGOIQEMGQGOEQGOEQEQEQEOCQEQEQCQCQCQCQCSCQCQAQAQAQASAQASAQ%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5GICQjeqztsu1mh0GeaDMV6Axg0=) Scottsdale, AZ #### What's nearby - Troon North Golf Club - 17 min drive - 8.2 miles - Golf Club Scottsdale - 26 min drive - 8.0 miles - Westworld of Scottsdale - 33 min drive - 17.7 miles - Mayo Clinic Hospital - 36 min drive - 18.9 miles - Kierland Commons - 36 min drive - 19.2 miles #### Getting around - Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Needle Rock Kitchen And Tap - ‬10 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive - ‪SWAN Sushi and Seafood Bar - ‬15 min drive - ‪Alterra at Mountain House Lodge - ‬24 min drive - ‪The Clubhouse at Tonto Verde - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest located? > This family-friendly Scottsdale holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tonto National Forest and McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Tom's Thumb Trail and Golf Club Scottsdale are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question