We had an excellent time at RCR. The two bedroom two bath casita was spacious and modern, with a…read morewell stocked kitchen, beautiful bathrooms and super comfortable beds. The casita had beautiful mountain views, a spacious patio and convenient trail access. If I'm not staying with family locally, I'll always try tostay at RCR. Thanks Bill and Gretchen!

So, I'm conflicted writing this review. On the one hand, Rincon Creek Ranch and the farmhouse…read morecasita my family stayed in were AWESOME. On the other hand, I so loved the quiet relaxation I'd kind of like to keep the awesomeness to myself, so that way the place doesn't get overrun by a horde of people. For peace and quiet, beautiful scenery and tastefully appointed casitas literally next to Saguaro National Park (East) this is your best bet. The owners Gretchen & Bill are thoughtful and gracious hosts and they really thought of all the little details to make this a worthwhile experience. I recommend getting groceries at the Safeway on your way in because once you're there you won't want to leave the ranch! Yes, there is a dirt road going in.

What a beautiful oasis hidden in the desert! The property is absolutely gorgeous and you can tell…read morethe owners put so much thought and intention into every detail. I stayed in the Cholla room which offered the most breathtaking views of the sunrise and sunset. The property itself is spacious with a large living room, kitchen and dining common area and rooftop seating. The canyon pool and hot spring jacuzzi I had such a relaxing time unwinding and disconnecting and will definitely be back on the future for a more R&R!

Staying at Posada was a dream, tucked away on the edge of Saguaro National Park west it's a…read moreluxurious retreat in nature. The suite itself was beautiful, we stayed in the Agave (each of their rooms have a desert themed name) and we really enjoyed the large private balcony overlooking the desert on the back of the room. On the front there was a shared balcony with one other suite where we had a perfect sunset view and talked with the people staying next door and shared Tucson experiences and local business recommendations. They have a large collaborative living room and kitchen as well as a shared pool and multiple rooftop balconies for panoramic desert views and mingling with other guests. We struggled to open the keypad to the main living room and within minutes the owners Sarah and Rich were helping virtually and their on site manager Mariah came over to let us in. I absolutely recommend this beautiful desert experience! Looking forward to staying again soon.

We really enjoyed our stay at Xanadu Ranch. Great location, beautiful surroundings and a great…read morehost. We stayed in one of the three private rooms. It was small but very comfortable, clean and quiet, with a fridge, microwave, coffee maker and a TV with streaming services we could sign into. The host provided a couple bottles of water and some snacks, which was a nice touch, and had winery maps available if we needed them. There were also a couple of nice outdoor spaces for guests to hang out. They have a two-bedroom bunkhouse with a nice little front porch and seating, which I'd probably choose next time, especially for a longer stay. Would definitely stay again!

I had the most relaxing get away at Xanadu Ranch. Karen is the hostess and provides a full…read moreorientation to your accommodations and the outside areas. We were the only guest at the time and the quiet was wonderful. The space was clean; the bed was very comfortable; there was full bath and kitchen (fridge had trouble keeping things cold, never got above 45 degrees so take a good ice chest). The kitchen amenities were perfect for making breakfast and a couple of dinners during our 5 night stay. It was nice to have access to a TV but they do need to replace the swivel head which is broken and the TV is at a 45 degree downward angle. We propped it up with a roll of paper towels!! It worked. The outdoor space around the koi pond is so tranquil and pleasant that my husband and I hung out in our PJ and had coffee every morning. At night it was a great place to take in the stunning night skies. If you time it right you get ti watch Karen feed the giant koi Karen was very good at guiding us to the wineries and I can't thank her enough for recommending the Sonoita winery whose MeCaSah wine is truly an award winner. We also went the Vera Earl Beef which sell aged beef..so good. Also of note is the Copper Brothel Brewery where I had the best chicarrones ever and I don't want to leave out The Corner Scoop for the best breakfast burritos. All in all it was so enjoyable and hope to return.

Stayed here on a 4-day visit to Tubac to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It's a very quiet…read moreproperty tucked away just a short walk away from the main part of Tubac. The unit was clean, spacious, quiet, well-maintained, tastefully-furnished, and comfortable, with little touches here and there that made it feel "homey". The staff was instantly and positively responsive when there was a maintenance issue. We would definitely return on our next visit to Tubac.

A lovely establishment, well appointed including some local…read moreCoffees And plenty of outdoor seating choices. We just returned from our first stay, and will Return again. The communication and prices were excellent. I would keep Your visits to the secret garden to daylight hours only, as there is a family of skunks that like to forage the grass at night. They won't bother you if you don't bother them.

Everything was absolutely perfect! Dina, the innkeeper, is incredible! She ensured that all my…read moreneeds were met, from my meals to room accommodations. And that three-course breakfast? It exceeded all my expectations--delicious!

I highly encourage you to spoil yourself at the Adobe Rose Inn next time you are in Tucson! My…read morehusband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay. Tom was exceptionally gracious and we felt like family by the time we left. His breakfasts were so delicious and he went above and beyond to accommodate my plant based requests. The property was so charming, we hardly wanted to leave:) Thank you Tom for making this a lovely and much needed vacation!

If there were a 10 star option I would give it! Desert Moon Retreat is such a special and unique…read moreplace. I moved to LA several years ago and come home to Tucson frequently for visits. I feel like I have been looking for this place all over Tucson for years and now have finally found it. The home itself is incredible. Walking down the halls, you can't help but notice the placement of every window, framing the mature Saguaros and how the curved walls create a flow through the home. Every detail of the architecture reveals a perfect alignment of nature, spirit, beauty and craftsmanship. In addition, you can not get a more calm and peaceful place then in the middle of the Sonoran desert. the Mountains, cacti and the pool make for a perfect day. Maria and Carla, who run the retreat, are great and exceptionally professional and respectful. To top it all off you can bring your pups. Mine loved the retreat! Again, I can not recommend this place highly enough! My only fear is that the word will get out and it won't be available when I come home for Tucson trips. :)

Im writing a review because I wanted to warn potential customers of what kind of people they may be…read moredealing with. I submitted inquiries for quotes for a few available units looking to stay for a month on the Desert Moon Vacation Rentals website. A one bedroom and a two bedroom as a solo guest. The one bedroom was very small and I saw a two bedroom that had more space also available so I inquired about both. I also asked a question on the website after, asking about mail and food deliveries saying "are we allowed to get mail or food delivered to the apartments?" By saying "we" I simply meant the entire complex and didnt think anything of the wording. I was never implying that as more than one guest. It was just a generalization. After asking that question I got an incredibly weird response back by the owners who seem to think its normal to accuse thier potential guests of hiding something or lying? They stated "your inquiry was for one person but say "we". If you have another person you need to add them to the quote. Please note we live on the property and have cameras so we will know whats going on at all times" - picture attachment. Ummm Yikes. SO unnecessary. Im well aware of the guest policy and know cameras are on the property. That is usually standard when renting airbnb or vacation rentals. The occupancy is for 2 people, so why would I lie about only having one guest? It makes no sense. No, I am not lying. No, I am not hiding another guest. Absolutely no need for you to over analyze everything and say that to me. Absolutely Ridiculous. I was instantly met with accusatory and rude responses from the property managers for absolutely no reason. I simply asked a question. It was extremely bizarre. They seem very odd and untrustworthy of their guests so much so, they accuse you of hiding or lying something right off the bat with no right to do so. Its extremely unprofessional to treat potential guests this way and its a complete deterrent. Why would I stay at a property that is so rude to me immediately? Not ok in the slightest, you have no right to treat people this way. I did nothing wrong! After reading through their reviews on airbnb, I can see this isn't the first time these ladies have been untrustworthy and accusatory toward guests. I screenshotted several reviews essentially dealing with similar experiences about how accusatory these women can be and how unnecessary they act. One lady had a picture of a dog in her profile picture and the owners proceeded to grill her about not allowing dogs in thier rental. She never intended to bring her dog on vacation with her but for some odd reason these ladies made the assumption she was trying to hide it simply because of her profile picture. That is not ok! Just over the top and extremely prying and odd behavior. People can travel without thier dogs and solo travelers can stay in two bedrooms if they choose. JEEZ. I understand if you have had issues in the past with untrustworthy guests sneaking people in but this type of behavior is unacceptable and SO unprofessional!!!! Its a huge red flag. Why be in the rental business and claim yourselves as professionals when you do not trust anyone you rent to and this is how you respond? I was beyond uncomfortable while exchanging emails inquiring about the property afterward and they continued to be very rude and dismissive toward me. Would not give me more information and was just very weird and unwelcoming. They are just mean people. It was so uncalled for. I eventually declined to stay here because I do not deserve to be treated this way whatsoever. I did not do anything and even tried to prove im trustworthy and telling the truth by offering references or letting them read my airbnb reviews to prove I travel solo. I did not have to explain myself but felt it necessary because of how they were treating me. I wanted them to feel comfortable and initially tried to understand why they were suspicious. I have no reason to lie as I have been traveling all year SOLO!!! They declined my offer and continued to be very rude and nasty to me and try to play it off as if they weren't. I was very nice and tried my best to remedy the situation and make it right but apparently that wasn't enough. They immediately did not trust me. So strange..... I would not recommend doing business with these ladies as they are unprofessional and nasty. Beware, they will over analyze everything you do and say. BIZARRE and beyond creepy. I have never had this type of experience when trying to rent a vacation rental before and this was the absolute worst type of behavior I have ever come across. This isnt the first time and wont be thier last. Just to clarify: I believe it was Maria that I was speaking to in email exchanges. Unfortunately, a very unpleasant lady to interact with.

Very high on my list of places i can't wait to visit again...This 49,000 acre preserve, managed by…read morethe Nature Conservancy, offers overnight accommodations in a remote, peaceful setting. Be forewarned this is NOT a full service hotel and there is a very long list of rules/guidelines for staying here which are strictly enforced. Reservations are required WAY in advance if you hope to get a casita here, and the ranch is closed to visitors during the hot summer months due to rattlesnake activity. But (if you are still reading...) if you are pretty self sufficient, willing to pack in all of the food and drink for your stay (the nearest safeway will be an hour away down a dark, pothole filled dirt road) and in search of a rare respite completely immersed in the natural beauty of southern Arizona, then this place is well worth the journey. Muleshoe Ranch is located at the southern end of a 50 mile riparian nature preserve, at the convergence of three rivers in the Galiuro mountains. You can climb mountains, explore the terrain, hike through shady riverbeds or do all of the above in a single day. Your self guided adventures can range from an easy nature trail to a half day loop (Beth Woodin Trail, which is spectacular) or a 4 wheel drive expedition into the backcountry. The landscape changes with the seasons and at night there's some of the best stargazing you'll find anywhere. Wildlife abounds, and includes many species of hummingbirds as well as elusive troops of ring tailed coatimundi. Wildflowers are abundant in the springtime and the streambeds teem with life. The casitas (actually 4 casitas round a grassy courtyard) and a little stone house down the hill are available for overnight rental. Very comfortable accommodations with beds and fully equipped kitchens. Some of the casitas have a living/dining room area with futon sofas that convert into additional sleeping accommodations. There are plenty of little outdoor seating areas to rest and relax. There is an outdoor deck for stargazing and wildlife viewing, as well as a common room for socializing with other guests. Nearby there is a visitor center and a small gift shop which are open to day visitors during limited hours. The icing on the cake are the two outdoor natural spring fed hot (very hot!) tubs crafted from round galvanized cattle troughs, which are only available to overnight guests. Before or after a strenuous day of hiking they are heavenly! Be sure to visit the Nature Conservancy/Muleshoe website and read through all of the details about a stay at Muleshoe to decide whether it's right for you. It is a very special place off of the beaten path of tourist travel.

What an absolutely incredible find! Only 2 1/2 hours or so outside of Tucson but it feels like a…read morewhole other world! No cell phone reception and no Internet. Amazing hiking trails, gorgeous wildlife, sunsets and sunrises that take your breath away. All while talked into a nature conservancy park. So you learn all about programs they are doing to help nature. One being there incredible monarch butterfly program. The Casitas are super cute! Perfect accommodations. Each has a bathroom, a little kitchen, and usually seating either on the front patio or back patio. Hot water was perfect and the septic system worked very well. And don't forget to pack your swimsuit-they have hot tubs that you can sit in. And I haven't heard if you get up early enough sitting in them to watch the sunrise is well worth the early morning alarm!

While our time here was short, the memories we made here will last forever. What a special,…read morebeautiful property, run by warm, welcoming and talented hosts! The house is historic, beautiful and comfortable, perfect for nature lovers. If you're a birder, this is definitely a place that should be on your short list. Even if you're not a birder, but love nature, beautiful scenery, peace and quiet and delicious, gourmet breakfasts, when you stay here, you're in for a treat. Mary Jane and Tom are great hosts, who make you feel welcome and comfortable, like staying with family. Close to the charming little town of Patagonia, but far enough away to be completely quiet and peaceful, this is a great getaway for those who need to take a break from the stress of everyday life.

We had a great getaway weekend here! I'd tried to book a room in the past but they were always…read morefull; we finally got lucky. It's a nice, 1-hour drive from Tucson. As you pull in, you are greeted by a friendly dog, 2 cats, and finally, humans. We stayed in the Equine room: everything was horse-themed, including the tiles in the bathroom and the headboard. Prints by deGrazia and Maderas, and others I didn't recognize. There was a fan set in the stomach of a metal horse sculpture! There was also a drawing of a cow.... The bathroom was tiny; this room is not recommended for larger than average people. The other bathrooms are apparently bigger. Off this room, a lovely little atrium. Bed was comfy, but a bit squeaky. Next time we will request the library room, which looks amazing. There's also a bunkhouse if you want to stick your whole family in one room. The owners invited us out for dinner our first night, and also to a pig roast the next day! Everyone was extremely friendly. The pig roast featured bluegrass musicians and also a vegetarian option. We spent most of our time wandering around Harshaw Creek, Patagonia Lake State Park, and Sonoita Creek Natural area. It's a beautiful part of the country. Personally, I like to choose my own breakfast and eat it with people I know, but if you're a fan of the B&B model, you can't go wrong here. Tom, the owner, goes out of his way to make the food fancy and ample. Lots of lively conversation. We were very sad to go home.

I came to the La Mariposa Resort venue as a wedding guest (rehearsal and day-of ceremony). The…read morevenue is really beautiful, easy to navigate (especially in heels) with a good amount of parking. Our friends had great wedding coordinators and vendors so everyone we encountered was super friendly. There were two sets of bathrooms readily accessible from where the reception was held. The space is really nice - not too large to where space felt underutilized but not too small where it's claustrophobic. It was a great venue and very beautiful overall.

What a beautiful facility and surroundings! We attended a wedding here and it was truly amazing…read more The atmosphere and outdoor environment added to the wedding ceremony. The indoor banquet room was very nice. The staff is very professional and gracious. Definitely look here when you plan your next special family or work event.