Title: Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly - 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 # Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly Vacation home in Scottsdale with a water park and a hot tub ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35700900/35700830/8036c93e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35700900/35700830/8b4ad1fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35700900/35700830/w1200h680x0y0-2b6574ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35700900/35700830/4695b721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35710000/35700900/35700830/2b40f4e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Scottsdale, this five-bedroom home is perfect for families or those seeking a relaxing getaway. With its open floor plan and large living room area, you'll have ample opportunities to entertain while enjoying easy conversation from the updated kitchen. Take your guests outside to the resort-style backyard where kids can enjoy the water slide as you relax by the fireplace. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 143176 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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 Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly Summary: Find your Scottsdale sanctuary in this beautiful five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home. Our home features a private pool, an outdoor living space with a cozy fireplace, and your very own multi-use sport court! This house is a wonderful mix of comfort and style, perfect for families and groups. You'll have a fully equipped kitchen, a game room, and easy access to all the best things Scottsdale has to offer; golf, shopping, and delicious restaurants. Unwind in your personal haven, while still being close to all the fun. The Space: Located in Scottsdale, you will love this five-bedroom home. The large living room area provides ample options for entertaining with its multiple seating arrangements. The open floor plan allows easy conversation from the updated kitchen to the living room area, complete with a pool table and convenient access to outdoor seating and entertainment. Open the large sliding door to the resort style backyard. Enjoy the outdoor lanai over looking the pool which is perfect for people watching as guests zoom down the waterslide. Challenge your friends and family to a pickleball match or game of pickup basketball on the sport court. The home features a movie theater perfect for relaxing after a long day out in the sun. Paired with blazing fast GIG-speed Internet for this home is perfect for family, fun, or business. Bedroom layout: Bedroom 1: King Bed with ensuite Bedroom 2: King Bed Bedroom 3 Queen Bed Bedroom 4: Queen Bed Bedroom 5: Full over Full Bunk Bed Theater: Full size sofa sleeper The master bedroom has an ensuite with soaking tub and walk-in shower. Down the hall is a full bathroom for the first two queen bedrooms. There is a half bath next to the living room. Down the nearby hallway off of the kitchen is the other full bathroom going to the bunk beds and the king bedroom. All towels and linens supplied. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create lasting holiday memories. Book your Christmas or New Year getaway with us today and experience the magic of the season in the comfort of a home away from home. Terms and conditions apply. Please contact us. This is not a house for parties or events. This is a quiet neighborhood, and the house rules must be followed. Upon booking, we require all our guests to submit a copy of their ID through our guest registration form. This is both for our security and is our standard procedure. Unable to comply would mean cancellation of your reservation. Management will carefully evaluate and consider every reservation made by locals, individuals under 25 years of age, or those made at the last minute. As part of our standard procedure, we will require a fully refundable security deposit of $1000. This deposit will be promptly refunded upon check-out, provided there are no damages or incidents for which the renter is responsible. TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE AND USE TAX LICENSE: 21328747 City Of Scottsdale License: 2023926 Per city ordinance we have systems to monitor noise levels and exterior monitors of the property. Any tampering of security systems could result in fees and eviction. Occupancy/Family Size Properties must limit all short-term rental occupancy to have a maximum family size of six adults and their related dependent children. Getting Around: Airport access: \- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport: ~25 minutes. \- Scottsdale Airport: ~20 minutes. This airport serves private flights and charters. On Site Parking \- Ample parking is available in the front drive and driveway and can accommodate up to 8 vehicles. \- No garage or covered parking available. Public transit & rideshare: \- Rideshare (Waymo/Uber/Lyft) are plentiful and convenient in the area. \- Valley Metro and public transit operate across the Valley; however, North Scottsdale is not heavily served by the railway. Walking & biking: \- The neighborhood is moderately walkable for short trips inside the local community. \- There are bike lanes and multi-use paths in parts of North Scottsdale and access to paved trails. Nearby destinations \- Old Town Scottsdale: ~25 Min. \- Kierland Commons / Scottsdale Quarter: ~17 Min. \- OdySea Aquarium: ~15 Min. \- Talking Stick Resort and Casino: ~17 Min. \- Chase Field: ~40 Min. \- McDowell Sonoran Preserve: ~15 Min. Groceries & essentials There are neighborhood grocery stores and markets within a few minutes of your home. \-Albertson's: ~5 Min. \-Fry's: ~6 Min. \- Walgreen's: ~5 Min. Other Things to Note: Q. How does the pool heat work? A. Pool heat is available for a fee and upon request. Pool heat requests must be received within 24-48 hours of arrival. Q. What is provided in the rental? A. We provide sheets and bedding for all the beds. Towels for all the bathrooms as well as pool towels. There is a starter pack of paper products. This includes toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and soaps to get you started on your vacation. It is up to the guest to provide for themselves after the starter pack of products. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - 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 - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### 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 zoo ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Theme park 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 - Unit size: 3,176 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88378600/88378533/b5a32a93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Handsome Modern • Pool, Putt, Views, Near Taliesin Central Scottsdale - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=88378533&PinnedHotelID=88378533&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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Management reserves the right to evaluate and consider every reservation made by locals, individuals under 25 years ... ### 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 New Listing 5 Bedroom Home Beautiful Pool Outdoor Space 67e42f879af887001952df78 New Listing 5 Bedroom Home Beautiful Pool Outdoor Space House New Listing 5 Bedroom Home Beautiful Pool Outdoor Space House New Listing!! 5 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Pool Outdoor Space! ## 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%7C33.57104%2C-111.81299&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KovZDAVyXsIQE7UBfTfsHGYtd-I=) Scottsdale, AZ #### What's nearby - Mayo Clinic Scottsdale - 3 min drive - 3.1 km - OdySea Aquarium - 11 min drive - 12.8 km - Westworld of Scottsdale - 12 min drive - 14.7 km - Talking Stick Resort Casino - 13 min drive - 16.2 km - Kierland Commons - 16 min drive - 17.3 km #### Getting around - Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive - ‪DD Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪George & Son's Asian Cuisine - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly located? > Located in Central Scottsdale, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Mayo Clinic Scottsdale and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Scottsdale Ranch Park. Scottsdale Ranch Park Tennis Center and Eagle Mountain Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Desert Retreat | Private Sport Court & Pet Friendly Reviews 9.6 ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 117 8 - Good 29 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pool oasis Our stay at this property was great! The pool is what we loved the most as well as the theater room. The beds are comfortable and the host is very responsive to any needs. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anthony H. Jan 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Great Place for our Golf Trip Location was great and property had all we needed. ##### Anthony H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jermaine B. Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get away It was an hot summer over 110 everyday but we didn't even notice because we spent the entire time in the pool. This is a great house if you have kids. ##### Jermaine B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dustin L. Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Scottsdale get away 6 adults all enjoyed our stay, very clean, lots of amenities, games, pool, hot tub we all great. Never left the property just cooked and hung out for 3 days. ##### Dustin L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Stay House layout and outside features were great. Stayed with family (group of 10) and the property served us perfectly. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evan S. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Boys Golf Weekend 10/10! Awesome house! Very comfortable, great location! Would highly recommend to anyone coming to the Scottsdale area on a group trip! The host was always quick to respond and assist with anything if needed! ##### Evan S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin B. Jul 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Absolutely beautiful house. Loved the pool and everything the house had to offer. We barely left the house fun for all ages. ##### Justin B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carys B. Sep 17, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Resort Backyard We had a great stay with our teens. We’ve been coming to Scottsdale the last 10 years and this was one of our favorites. The backyard was amazing, we didn’t want to leave. We loved the location and layout of the house. Quick drive to all the good food and shopping in Scottsdale but you can escape back to the large private backyard oasis. ##### Carys B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda J. Sep 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### amazing property we were so happy with this booking! we spent the first part of the week with friends and the second part of the week with our family and kids. and it was perfect for both types of functions! ##### Amanda J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan M., Phoenix Jul 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pool stay for birthday Local group wanted a private pool to celebrate a birthday. House was clean and everything was as highlighted in the listing. It was 110+ degrees the weekend we were there but the pool was refreshing and had some shade. ##### Bryan M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian N. Feb 6, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect vacation house The house is the perfect size for a big crowd. It’s very spacious so no one is crammed for space. The backyard is beautiful and very relaxing. The only issue I had was the cleanliness in the master bedroom. Other than that it was a great experience. ##### Adrian N. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emily C. Nov 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for a familiy vacation This property was great, wonderful pool area and backyard and nice open kitchen/living area. There was an issue with the water the first few days, the cold had an issue so it was burning hot but it got fixed. The house was mostly re-modeled but the master bath was still old. There are a few repairs needed you could tell were just patched back but for a few day stay it was great! ##### emily C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie F. Jun 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Trip We had the best time here! Two families with a total of 8 kids ages 16 to 5 and everyone had a blast. Not once did anyone complain they were bored. The pool was perfect, we played pickle ball, basketball, corn hole and had enough space in the backyard to play some football! After getting worn out playing all day it was so nice to turn on a movie in the theater room for the kids and let the parents relax in the outdoor spaces. Inside the house is so spacious and the open concept is great for having everyone together. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for the perfect family or adult getaway! ##### Stephanie F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Angelia L. Feb 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Wonderful Outdoor Area! The house was very nice. Once we got in. The access code we were sent did not work and we spent first 20 minutes outside at night listening to coyotes before they got us in. Once in…. We enjoyed the house including theater room. The outdoor area (pool,spa, fireplace, golf, basketball, dining) was fabulous! ##### Angelia L. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Jan 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING!! 5 Stars The home did not disappoint. It was everything we could ask for. The property manager was very responsive and helpful throughout the stay. The pool and spa were amazing and the perfect temp when warmed for the winter nights in Arizona. The home was spacious and fit our large family very nicely. The kitchen was huge and fit all of us ladies when it came time to cooking meals for the family. We would definitely stay again if ever in Arizona. Thank you!!! ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Li W. Oct 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and fun house for reunion Our party of 8 college friends celebrate our 50th birthdays at this lovely property. The house was clean, beautifully decorated, with lots of entertainment options indoors and outdoors. We enjoyed spending the days exploring Scottsdale, Sedona, and the Boulders Spa, but because the house was so nice we had most dinners on the patio and enjoyed the pool/spa/slide. The property managers were very responsive. When we discovered the spa didn’t heat up on the first night, it was addressed the very next morning. I would recommend staying here and would book again when visiting the area. Our entire party loved staying here, thank you for a wonderful stay! ##### Li W. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### barbara s. Mar 1, 2025 Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy #### Disappointing Spent 5 days on property for Spring Training. Property was listed with lots of outside activities for adults and kids alike. Inside of home was clean and had nice layout for 3 families. Kitchen wasn’t stocked with enough cleaning supplies, dish towels, trash bags, etc. Be prepared to bring your own. Ice maker did not work on refrigerator. Outside was a major disappointment. The pool and spa were non functional 4 out of 5 days. Technicians were sent out 5 times and issues were not resolved leaving us without one of the major reasons we booked this property. And, dead mouse was in pool when we arrived. Property management was not willing to give any compensation refund for lack of nonfunctional pool/spa. Would not book again. Not worth money spent. ##### barbara s. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chad C. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for large family We had 11 in our party including ages from 8-42. The property is very well taken care of and had everything we needed for a wonderful staycation. The pool was amazing. We had some issues with the internet and had to reset the router in order to reconnect to the wifi a couple times but otherwise it was a nice experience. The only downside was the air conditioning. It was extremely loud in the kitchen area and unfortunately that was the only area in the home that was constantly cool. The rooms on both wings of the home were very warm and the AC did not seem to reach them very well. They provided box fans for each of the rooms but it did not really help to keep the rooms cool. For the cost of the rental we expected the AC to work well in each bedroom. Otherwise the listing was accurate and we had a great stay. ##### Chad C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Peyton R. Aug 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bachelor trip/golf trip A few things about the property needs to be known. The septic tank must be small because the pipes/ sink was easily backed up which made the house smell terrible. Not constant but very prevalent when it backs up. There is a Mrs. Packman machine but it doesn’t work. The theater is really cool, however the AC on that side of the house is sub-par and the top chairs don’t recline. Lastly, the back porch patio table is very close to breaking on one side. Not to say this is a bad place. Overall, great place to stay but these few items need addressed. ##### Peyton R. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrew B. Apr 23, 2021 #### Desert Retreat Highs and Lows Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The pool was spectacular as advertised, the bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. However we encountered a lot of challenges elsewhere. Toilet water seeped from under the floor in a bathroom, the ice machine, ceiling fan, sink faucet, toaster, and can opener were all broken. When you spend this kind of money you expect higher quality. We were not told we would need to buy our own toilet paper, tissues, and cleaning supplies, that came as a shock when we ran out of toilet paper. Management responded to my request quickly about the toilet water coming up from the floor but ignored my request to have the ice machine fixed. The pack and Play and highchair were nice when traveling with kids but there were no dishes or cups for kids. ##### Andrew B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Maura E. Jun 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Staycations are our thing The house is nice, and the backyard is great for a staycation with friends or family. We had paid to have the pool and spa heated during our stay. It was not heated when we arrived and per the instructions, we were not to touch the remote. We reached out to let them know, and we got a response the next morning from Billie the property manager. She came by the house and the issue was resolved. It was unfortunate that we didn't get to use the spa the first night, but Billie tried to make it right. Our only other complaints were the air conditioning wasn't working in part of the house but Billie sent out a guy to fix it the second day and we had no other issues the rest of our stay. My other recommendation is to change the checkout time to 11:00 am, 10:00 is too early. In my experience, no other vacation rental companies have checkout times that are this early nor do hotels. We requested a later checkout after we were told we couldn't get reimbursed for the spa not working the first day. Billie was able to make it happen for us and we checked out at 11:00. ##### Maura E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Tom J. Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### October Vacation The house and was what was advertised. The house was clean when we arrived but the house from being a VRBO rental needed some work as the carpets were well used and in need of a cleaning or replacing. We did find that there was very little in the way of kitchen supplies which included dishwasher tabs ( we had to buy a bag) as not many were supplied. There was a pepper shaker and the salt was in a box, which isn't convenient to use. The house really didn't have any kitchen condiments other than the salt and pepper. The house did have a lot of plates, glasses and pots and pans, knifes and forks. We did opt out of heating the pool but soon realized that we needed to heat the pool so we contacted House and Homes and mentioned that the pool was in need of a cleaning. We also asked that they turn on the heat after it was cleaned. I talked to Jane at House and Homes (Jane was excellent) and they agreed to not to charge us to heat the pool as we had a few other issues that needed to be attended to. House and Homes were excellent and had the pool people and a plumber look at the sinks and fan, which were all fixed perfectly. We did have pool issues as the week went on as we could not keep the heater on and was off for the last two days. The location was perfect and close to stores, restaurants and other activities near by. ##### Tom J. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tabitha S. Aug 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic value for a large family! With members scattered around the Phoenix area, this Scottsdale home was the perfect place for our family stay-cation! We read the reviews ahead of time so we came prepared with extra paper products, plastic ware & serving dishes. The starter packs were minimal but this is mentioned in the house description. The outdoor area is amazing! I didn't pay for the pool heating, but even with all the rain we've received in the last few weeks the water temperature was perfect. We were a little intimidated by the noise ordinance warnings, as a family with small children who aren't notoriously quiet...but we had no issues. There is a noise meter outside (shaped like an ear) that displays green, yellow, or red, based on the decibels it detects. This-and all the signs about quiet hours-were good reminders for everyone. When we first arrived I received a text from the property manager, reminding me of the noise ordinance in Scottsdale and that "no parties" are allowed. I understand why they over-communicate this, but with a house accommodating 14 people, and with all the amenities it has- it seemed a little odd. Anytime our large family gets together for a weekend stay in a house this size...it is a party. But we were respectful of the property, cleaned up after ourselves, and didn't have the cops knocking at the door. I think it's just the negative effects of "parties" that they're trying to avoid. This property was perfect for our end-of-summer family gathering & I would recommend staying here! ##### Tabitha S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine K. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation The house was very well appointed, spacious, and comfortable. There were 10 of us ranging from 5-50 and we never felt on top of each other and there was room to spread out. The pool was fantastic, there was so much to do and the communication with the hosts was better than I’ve ever had. We will absolutely be back!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aa669335-17bb-4fd0-b38b-27e5d7ef6b0c-1749317082666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9e011a7e-e878-487b-ab1f-478c3a4e0bd3-1749317081449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/21713c66-3b0b-4a7b-b2f9-dc46753777a5-1749317080721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christine K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angie R. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great week in a great house We stayed here April 26- May 3, 2025. House location was great. Large lots for all the homes in the area and quiet neighborhood too. We took our adult children and grandchildren ages 1,3 and 5 and hardly ever left the property because they all enjoyed it so much. The pool was amazing we paid to have it heated and ended up having to turn it down because it was too warm! Used Shipt shoppers for groceries and brought in take out a couple of times and ate on the covered patio. The pickleball court and putting green were a hit with the kids. The yard and ebterior of the house could use a little sprucing up but all in all a fantastic place to stay as a family! ##### Angie R. 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