Title: A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89241820&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat ## Photo gallery for A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat ![Outdoor pool - A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat (Tucson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89241900/89241820/64d07c2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat (Tucson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89241900/89241820/f9b100fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat (Tucson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89241900/89241820/c77dbe3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat (Tucson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89241900/89241820/74734fba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat (Tucson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89250000/89241900/89241820/34932287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of an extraordinary desert landscape, The Jacobson House invites you to unwind in its 15m swimming pool or on the rooftop sun loungers. With three bedrooms, a professional-grade kitchen, and living room with fireplace this luxury retreat offers ample space for relaxation. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 63000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat Remarkable architecture in the heart of an extraordinary desert landscape, minutes from shopping, dining, galleries, and world-class hiking the Jacobson House offers luxury, authenticity, privacy, and uncompromising comfort. The Jacobson House invites guests to intimately experience a landmark of 20th-century modern design and the work of Judith Chafee, one of America’s great architects. Secluded and surrounded by 4 acres of undeveloped Sonoran desert, the three-bedroom three-bathroom Jacobson House is a remarkable retreat. The restrained aesthetic, muted natural palette, extraordinary views, defused light, and award-winning architecture allows guests to detach and reconnect to the rhythms of sunrise and sunset. Designed to complement the Sonoran desert, the house blurs the lines of indoor and outdoor, responding to the unique conditions of the Arizona landscape. Minutes from shopping, dining, galleries, and hiking the property offers luxury, beauty, and uncompromising comfort. Sited on a desert plateau and surrounded by magnificent saguaros stands, the Jacobson House offers consummate privacy just minutes from Tucson’s best amenities, shopping, restaurants, galleries, and world-class hiking. Designed in response to the desert and to complement the rugged beauty of Southern Arizona, the house’s relaxed and elegant design is ideal for families or small groups of friends. With a private pool, the indoor and outdoor spaces offer ample capacity to unwind. Site-specific architecture, outdoor lounge seating, and dining area offers remarkable connections to the desert and expansive unparalleled views. Inside offers numerous iconic spaces, king-size and queen-sized beds, dining room, professional-grade kitchen, living room with wood burning fireplace, view room and library. This award-winning, National Register-listed, historic landmark property, designed by one of the southwest great 20th-century architects Judith Chafee is located in Tucson’s central Catalina Foothills Estates with unparalleled views of the city, Santa Catalina mountains, and desert. An architecture of seduction, the house features three bedrooms and three baths, original concrete floors three fireplaces and soaring ceilings. Designed by master architect Judith Chafee, FAIA, in 1975 and built in 1977, the Jacobson House is an icon of 20th-century modern desert design. The house embraces light, blurs the division between the outside and indoors, and creates space to breathe and reconnect with the rhythms of nature. The Jacobson House is an impressive modern masterpiece and private residence that you can call home while vacationing in Tucson. The Jacobson House is an architecture of seduction. One of the great 20th-century modern designs in Southern Arizona, the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Pima County Historic Landmark. Staying at The Jacobson House is a unique opportunity to intimately connect with the work of one of America’s great architects. Spectacular desert views Private 15m (50ft) swimming pool Private courtyards Roof terrace with sun loungers, lounge seating, and dining area Three bedrooms with king-size and queen beds Living room with fireplace, dining room Professional-grade kitchen Three bathrooms with showers Wi-Fi, TV, sound system, safe Central Air-conditioning, heating ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Local artist showcase - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89850000/89841700/89841604/45813447.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desert Dwellers , Mountain Views, House , Gated La Paloma, close to U of A Catalina Foothills - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=89841604&PinnedHotelID=89841604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104110000/104108100/104108045/a6715386.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cliffrose Catalina - fully-equipped condo, heated pool, mtns 🌵 Catalina Foothills - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=104108045&PinnedHotelID=104108045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31721900/31721878/3c0f9404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tucson 3 bedrm 2 ba. home, quiet cul de sac, magnificent mountain views. 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Swimming Pool: Use at Your Own Risk. Bicycles: Use at Your Own Risk. No fires in fireplaces. No commercial photography. Close and lock the windows and doors when leaving the premises. Lost key fobs will result in a 100.00 replacement fee. If rules are broken or property damaged during stay we retain the right to cancel your reservation without a refund. Guest responsible for all damage. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 Located in Catalina Foothills, a neighbourhood in Tucson, this villa is in the mountains. Tucson Mall and La Encantada are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Refuge of Modern Design and Luxury - Magnificent desert retreat 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew G. 22 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A treat to stay in an architecturally historic home. ##### Andrew G. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie S. 1 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary weekend My husband and I stayed for our anniversary weekend and had the most incredible time. The house is absolutely stunning. It was like a piece of art with the most incredible views. It has such a modern retro vibe and we just loved everything about it. The hosts left us a very lovely gift basket and some wine. Any and every question we had was met with a very quick response. We would most def stay here again. I have never seen a property like it. Once again I have to say just how beautiful it is. Thank you so much for a lovely weekend. ##### Jamie S. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cicely P. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just wonderful! We had the best time at this beautiful, charming gem of a property, conveniently located but that feels so private. Cooked together (well stocked kitchen), shared meals, beautiful gathering areas, gorgeous peaceful places for rest (comfortable bedrooms, lovely clean bathrooms). It made for such a special, memorable occasion. Host was incredibly responsive, warm, and helpful. Cleaning lady was kind and patient. We feel very lucky to have had the chance to stay at this special place, right before it was listed on the registry of historic sites! We all wanted to stay longer. Thank you! ##### Cicely P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ---