Title: Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=9829&destination=Scottsdale%2C+Arizona%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=46398715&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest ## Photo gallery for Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest ![Outdoor pool - Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest (Scottsdale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/4505862f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest (Scottsdale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/dd646cb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest (Scottsdale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/686fac1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest (Scottsdale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/45132678.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest (Scottsdale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46398800/46398715/4253311e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102970 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - 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/1000000/670000/665200/665144/f6e63a7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Vacation Club Scottsdale Links Resort Scottsdale Links - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 1,009 reviews £133 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=665144&PinnedHotelID=665144&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![7 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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There are no cameras in the house Please use caution while spending time outdoors. In the Desert there is quite a bit of wildlife. 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 Located in Rio Verde Foothills, a neighbourhood in Scottsdale, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Golf Club Scottsdale and Tonto Verde 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 McDowell Sonoran Preserve and Tonto National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider George "Doc" Cavalliere Park and Arizona Powerchutes. [Visit our Scottsdale travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scottsdale.dx9829) [View more Holiday homes in Phoenix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178298-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ![The Monument hole on the Monument course. Fun desert golf. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9829/f6849795-422d-40b4-bef9-bef51692eb48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Troon North Golf Club 14 min drive \- 8.2 miles - Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center 5 min drive \- 1.9 miles - McDowell Mountain Regional Park 6 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Tom's Thumb Trail 9 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Tonto Verde Golf Club 10 min drive \- 5.4 miles ### Getting around - Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 15 min drive - Needle Rock Kitchen And Tap 10 min drive - Alterra at Mountain House Lodge 24 min drive - SWAN Sushi and Seafood Bar 15 min drive - Honey And Sol 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest have a pool? ### Is Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest? ### What time is check-in at Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest? ### What time is check-out at Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest? ### Where is Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Southwest Sanctuary- Experience true desert living at its finest 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan T. 7 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome customer service, beautiful home! Thanks for making this a lovely stay, Nicole! ##### Susan T. Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen S. 11 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Paradise The photos don't do justice to the beautiful home and property. We had a lovely week and hope to enjoy another stay at this home in the future. ##### Colleen S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renate J. 18 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property What a wonderful spot to spend a week. Very removed from the day to day. The views are fantastic. The pool is huge and the entire outdoor space is well thought out with many spots to gather or quietly curl up with a book. While not a new house, we found the property spotless. Surrounded by horse farms it’s a desert oasis. Bill and Nicole were both readily available to assist with nearby hiking spots and even enlisted a friend to provide fishing recommendations. We were amazed to have an owl come visit us a few times, keeping a watchful eye as we frolicked in the pool. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this wonderful property. ##### Renate J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Billie G. 9 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous This home was over the top. Great private location and amazing views. Very clean. Beautiful, large pool. Won't hesitate to book again. ##### Billie G. 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