[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73440000/73430700/73430627/w1280h958x0y1-3fbb0ca9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73440000/73430700/73430627/ca82f562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73440000/73430700/73430627/w1280h958x0y1-ee1017b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73440000/73430700/73430627/w1280h958x0y1-a0d0ab65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73440000/73430700/73430627/094b4b0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a tropical oasis in North Scottsdale at this beautiful home. Unwind in the heated pool and hot tub, challenge friends to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong, and enjoy al fresco dining on the covered patio. With custom billiards room, fireplaces throughout, high beams and outdoor TV - there's something for everyone. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Pool - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis TPT: 21418748 Reg 2031769 Welcome to our beautiful North Scottsdale home. This tropical yard is a dream! The backyard features a Pool & Hot Tub, Custom Shuffleboard, Putting Green, Outdoor Fire Pit, glass pocket sliders, covered patio w/seating & dining, Outdoor Tv, outdoor shower & plenty of areas to hang out & soak up the sun! You'll never want to leave! This beauty & balance creates a luxurious, tranquil oasis for visitors to relax, refresh & recharge, offering personalized indulgences tailored to cater to every whim Inside this Rustic Retreat, there is so many things to keep you entertained and never want to leave! HEATED POOL (at additional cost)+HOT TUB+POOL TABLE+PING PONG+SHUFFLEBOARD+OUTDOOR SHOWER+CORN HOLE +PUTTING GREEN Inside you will enjoy one-of-a-kind rustic wear and resort make a luxury living. High beams throughout, custom countertops, custom billiards room, fireplaces throughout, custom light fixtures and cabinets, custom master bathroom, ping pong table, and more! Get a whole estate for a little more than a hotel room with service staff. Have an amazing staycation and enjoy all the amazing resort amenities with complete privacy. All homes are extensively cleaned and sanitized between stays due to the current situation. \*Effective 1/9/2022 $1000 incidental/noise deposit will be held upon check in and refunded back to your bank after checkout, when home is inspected and no damages and noise violations. Other things to note \- Choosing a host can be just as important as choosing a house. 99% of our reviews across all properties we own are 5 star reviews. \- This property is professionally managed with the same level of attention to detail and all the amenities you would expect from a 5 star resort like The Four Seasons or The Ritz-Carlton. \- We operate all of our properties, we do manage homes for other people. This allows us to have a higher level of quality control to ensure you always get a 5 star experience. \- When you book your reservation you will receive a dedicated guest concierge who will be happy to assist you prior to your arrival. During your stay, your guest concierge will be available during business hours to help assist with any questions or issues that may arise. \- Prior to your arrival, the home will be put through a 100 point inspection checklist to ensure everything is in immaculate condition. The home is meticulously maintained and furnished throughout with high-quality furnishings. Every detail of the home and outdoor area has been planned with your comfort in mind. \- We take great pride in what we do, we always try to go above and beyond to make sure our guests are 100% satisfied. We look forward to making your vacation extra special in every way possible. Thank you for considering this beautiful home and we look forward to hosting you. CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT: \- Early check -in or late check- out is based on availability with an extra fee associated. For early check-in or after check-out We offer AZRH lounge: Lounge bag drop off only is $10 a bag Lounge is $25 to hang out, drop bags of, have coffee, play pool, work, use of unlimited WIFI, watch TVs throughout and more Lounge is $40 for all above with chef made food \- Upon arrival, You will receive a unique security code that will allow you keyless entry into the property using our smart lock. This way you never have to worry about losing a key and everyone in your party will be able to lock and unlock the door with your smart lock code. Your code will be valid during the duration of your stay and will expire after you check out. \- You will receive simple and easy to follow check-out instructions upon your arrival. \-A rental contract will be provided with the greeter at check-in for you to sign Before checking into the property we must collect a credit card and photo ID to verify your identity and cover any incidentals (as we do not charge a security deposit). Guest must provide both the same CC and ID at time of check in. You are choosing to book our home using a 3rd party website and not booking direct. Airbnb does not share your info with us. When you book, you are agreeing to submit a copy of your photo ID, your email address, and credit card to us after you book. This is standard procedure for professional property managers, just like hotels. Age minimum 26, and no pets or 'service pets are allowed' \- We do not charge for hot tub \*If there is an amenity that has an issue during your stay we reserve the right to fix it before you have the ability to cancel or get a refund. If we issue a refund it will be up to a max of 10% off for that night. \*\* If we are able to fix it there will be no refund applied,. If its out of our control such as ac, water leak, or plumbing issues, we will not offer any refund. THINGS WE OFFER: \- Full Concierge Service \- Transportation Coordination \- Catering and In-Home Chef’s \- On-Demand Grocery Delivery \- In-Home Massage \- In-Home Babysitting \- Additional Kid/Baby Supplies- can rent at an additional fee TPT: 21418748 Reg 2031769 Experience the Desert with All its Wonders! During your stay in this beautiful desert oasis, you may encounter some of Arizona's unique wildlife, including scorpions, snakes and desert insects. These creatures are a natural part of the desert environment, and while they typically keep to themselves, it's always a good idea to stay aware of your surroundings. Please note, while the property is regularly treated for pests, we cannot be held responsible for any encounters with desert wildlife, including scorpions or any other desert indoor or outdoor bugs, that may occur during your stay. We recommend taking precautions, such as keeping doors and windows closed when not in use and using caution when stepping outside, especially at dusk and dawn. EVENTS: \- This property does not currently accommodate special events. IE; Corporate events, holiday parties, weddings/receptions, etc. \- This property does not currently accommodate special events. IE; Corporate events, holiday parties, weddings/receptions, etc. For your reference, the City defines “vacation rentals” or “short term rentals” as dwelling units for a rental term of less than 30 days to transient guests. They are considered the same as traditional dwelling units and are allowed by-right in all residential districts, subject to the following: • All Dwelling units and any accessory guest houses must be rented or offered for rent together, and may not be rented or offered for rent independently. • All Dwelling units, including Vacation Rentals and Short term rentals shall have a maximum family size of 6 adults (and their related dependent children). • Non-residential uses, including retail, restaurant, banquet space, event center, or other similar use is prohibited. As this is intended only to be an informational summary and guide, we strongly advise that you review the Ordinance requirements in further detail at: https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/codes/vacation-short-term-rentals The Ordinance can be accessed at: https://eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/EdmViewer/19928165 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Table tennis - Water park - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71940000/71933800/71933773/3b02f090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Desert Oasis with Pool & Hot Tub, Game Room | Family & Pet Friendly Scottsdale - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 70 reviews CA $370 CA $1,191 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=71933773&PinnedHotelID=71933773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78580000/78576100/78576086/b5b1bd4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scottsdale Luxury Estate+Heated Pool+Spa +Pickleball Central Scottsdale - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=78576086&PinnedHotelID=78576086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74720000/74719800/74719726/f2c1a653.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scottsdalestays 6BDRM Million+ Sleep 22 Estate-Central, Pool-Spa-Sports Courts. 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Pinnacle Peak Heights - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 192 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=27238852&PinnedHotelID=27238852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 193696 ## About the area Located in Scottsdale, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Kierland Commons and Happy Valley Towne Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Arizona Powerchutes, or check out an event or a game at Westworld of Scottsdale. Motor boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Scottsdale travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Scottsdale.dx9829) [View more Vacation homes in Phoenix](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178298-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C33.73175%2C-111.95509&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xBi2F-f7yZNVMWGcxgPwN1dB-MM=) Scottsdale, AZ ### What's nearby - Desert Ridge Marketplace - 11 min drive - 10.5 km - Musical Instrument Museum - 12 min drive - 11.7 km - Mayo Clinic Hospital - 13 min drive - 13.9 km - Westworld of Scottsdale - 16 min drive - 16.5 km - Kierland Commons - 18 min drive - 16.5 km ### Getting around - Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dynamite Beer Company - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pita Cafe - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Desert Hideaway+Shuffleboard+Golf+Billiards+Pool & Spa+Table Tennis located? > This family-friendly Scottsdale vacation home is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Arizona Powerchutes, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wild at Heart and Desert Ridge Marketplace. Wildfire Golf Club and Dove Valley 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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