Title: Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! Vacation home in Tempe, near Arizona State University ## Photo gallery for Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! ![Property grounds - Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! (Tempe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113370000/113362800/113362721/7f2b54f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! (Tempe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113370000/113362800/113362721/ca89b267.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! (Tempe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113370000/113362800/113362721/ef2ece87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! (Tempe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113370000/113362800/113362721/357a8551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! (Tempe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113370000/113362800/113362721/8613e507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! Charming, historic, clean, cozy one-level located in downtown Tempe \~1 mile to Mill Ave/ASU/Whole Foods. Central location - 10 minutes to downtown Phoenix/Scottsdale/Mesa. Master bedroom with queen bed, office, closet space, and attached full bathroom. Second bedroom has a queen bed and sitting area. Third bedroom has two twin beds. Bike or walk backroads to Mill Ave, ASU & Whole Foods. Fully equipped kitchen, Tuft & Needle queen mattresses. Restaurants/attractions/public transit near, bakery, donuts & liquor/wine store around the corner. Outdoor seating, games, desk, toys, crib, etc. Good for families. 100% family-run and managed, including cleaning. We use the home with our children. Comfortable beds and cozy southwestern feeling. Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Mountain Preserve, Zoo, etc. are nearby. Clark Park Pool is a new outdoor, heated pool \~1 mile away. There is a small fee ($1.25 adults, .75 kids 2-12, and under 2 is free). Pool hours vary, search online for more info. Ring camera in front #STR-R-001022 TPT#21486866 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113540000/113532800/113532766/a4a2eb1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SunHaven:Built 2024, Fun Games, Healthy Living, Privacy, 5BedRooms,RV Parking Gililland - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=113532766&PinnedHotelID=113532766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102310000/102300400/102300386/w507h683x259y0-29b9af99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous 3BR/3BA a mile from ASU, minutes from airport, Scottsdale & Whole Foods Sunset - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=102300386&PinnedHotelID=102300386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157800/106157744/badcac53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleek Monochrome Haven! 2BR 2 BA Gililland - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=106157744&PinnedHotelID=106157744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103800000/103792200/103792127/757c6113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 mins 2 Mill Ave + ASU | Pool + EV Charging + GYM Gililland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=103792127&PinnedHotelID=103792127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98528100/98528074/564bc3b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Farmhouse Resort with Private Pool in the heart of Tempe. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number #STR-R-001022 TPT#21486866 ## About the area Gililland, a neighborhood in Tempe, is home to this vacation home. Arizona Mills Mall and Scottsdale Fashion Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park. Check out an event or a game at Sloan Park, and consider making time for Phoenix Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. 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Airport (PHX) - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk - ‪Rally's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cheba Hut Toasted Subs - ‬12 min walk - ‪Arizona Sandwich Co. & Catering - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! pet-friendly? ### Where is Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic Desert Retreat in downtown Tempe! Close to Mill/ASU, shopping & sports! 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