Title: Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135800/84135793/bfbe05ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135800/84135793/4ed874b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135800/84135793/da63c80f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135800/84135793/36e2a4da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84135800/84135793/37d6f71a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on 2.5 acres of desert land, this house is a tranquil retreat surrounded by palm trees and mountains. Enjoy the pool, playground with a child-sized ride-on train, and private patio with grill. Inside, discover the newly remodeled home featuring grey wood tile floors and fully-stocked kitchen. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## 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 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Pool, Train & Tortoises Escape to a private desert casita on 2.5 acres with palms, aloe, and mountain views. Enjoy a pool, hot tub, playground, grill, patio, and even a child-sized train. Inside, find a newly remodeled space with two queen beds, sofa bed, full kitchen, and washer/dryer. A family of red-foot tortoises lives onsite & loves leftover veggies! With its quiet setting, private entrance, and incredible stargazing, this is a one-of-a-kind Arizona retreat. Just three houses from the vast Tonto National Forest—larger than Yellowstone—you’ll feel immersed in the Arizona wilderness while still enjoying the comforts of home. The property is alive with nature. In spring, hummingbirds flock to the thousands of aloe vera blooms and will often zip right up to greet you—sometimes even following guests around the garden. At night, you may hear coyotes howling in the distance, while javelinas, desert quail, and other native creatures wander across the land. For those who love adventure, bring a blacklight and discover the glowing scorpions that make their home in the desert. The grounds are lush with life: over 300 palms create a tropical oasis around the sparkling, fenced pool—ranging from towering California palms to rare and exotic varieties. Cacti, succulents, and flowering plants add to the beauty, while a living ocotillo fence frames the casita. In winter, you’re welcome to pick fresh citrus straight from our lemon, orange, and grapefruit trees. Almost completely surrounded by mountains, the property offers sweeping views and an unmatched sense of privacy. This is not a subdivision—you’ll discover the quiet, unspoiled spirit of old Arizona here, with the desert and its wildlife as your closest neighbors. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### 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 elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61530000/61522900/61522810/2cfc4bac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### POOL OASIS! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock 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 ## About the area ![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%7C33.44638%2C-111.63031&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wvsf-_A-vQMGjcrk1wozUKXqKLI=) Mesa, AZ #### What's nearby - Usery Mountain Regional Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km - Salt River Tubing - 7 min drive - 6.8 km - Painted Mountain Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.2 km - Superstition Springs Center - 9 min drive - 12.1 km - Augusta Ranch Golf Club - 9 min drive - 11.3 km #### Getting around - Superstition Springs Transit Center - 13 min drive - Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Mr. Brews Taphouse Red Mountain - ‬18 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $201.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix-Hotels-Tropical-Mountain-Valley-Casita.h84135793.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Private 2.5-Acre Retreat with Lush Palms, Pool, Play Train & Tortoises located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Usery Mountain Regional Park, Salt River Tubing, and Granite Reef Park. Tonto National Forest and Augusta Ranch Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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