Stunning High Desert View in Secluded Mountain Setting

One of the best VRBOs no doubt. Incredible views, very quiet, comfortable beds, tons of space, and everything just well thought out for guests. You can take great walks along the roads or connecting to trails leading to Lake Patagonia. Carew was a most gracious and helpful host, and my wife and I would want to stay here again if we return to the Tucson area.

Wow...this property is just about perfection.What an amazing experience… A fantastic setting with spacious mountain and canyon views. Remote, but still a very convenient location. With a full supermarket, shopping in Tubac, dining at Wisdoms Cafe…all within about a 15 or 20 minute drive.This home has everything to make for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. So many amenities, so little time to utilize them all. A built-in gas grill, gas fireplace, Sirius radio, (2) TVs, a wonderful library… Everything to add to the comfort, functionality and ambiance of the home.Carew is such a great host. Excellent communicator, offering great suggestions and ideas. Much of my time was simply sitting on the beautiful flagstone patio, gazing out at Sonoita Creek, Patagonia Lake, watching the cattle feed in the distance….and enjoying the quiet solitude.This property is not only a home away from home… it is a wonderful, unforgettable experience. Carew- thank you my friend, for the memories. Happy trails until we meet again.

We thoroughly our stay! We found the accommodations very comfortable and convenient to all the area has to offer. Nestled high amongst the mountains with full views of the scenic landscape from the patio where we spent most of our time. A dirt road next to the property gives access to the valley for hiking. Very private overall. The interior is very roomy and comfortable. The kitchen is open, well stocked, including views to the patio from the eat in kitchen which opens to a seating area with gas fireplace. From the kitchen are full views of the back patio. Your host knows well what his guest needs as seen by providing plenty of every day necessities, plenty of toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, also luxury items such as bath robs and slippers. Carew is only a phone call away and offered us tips on what to find locally. Sign of a very kind and caring host. Do take in all the area has to offer! Eat at Wisdom’s, hike all the available beautifully scenic places, shop at Tubac and Patagonia, stop to visit Paton Hummingbird Center. Enjoy! But leave time for us to return! Thank you for a memorable stay!

This vrbo sets a bar that is the highest we have ever stayed in. There is absolutely nothing that the host has not thought about. Everything anyone needs to cook is there in a spotless kitchen. The bathrooms are spotless and we loved the lit/heated toilets. Carew leaves more toilet paper than the one/two rolls most VRBO's leave. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated, with soft sheets, beds that invite sleep, plenty of closet space and guest bathrobes and slippers. The hot tub was delightful and the view sitting in it was 180 degrees of valley, hills and mountains. You can see Lake Patagonia which is 2 1/2 miles away and cows that roam in open spaces. Gorgeous view from the hot tub and patio outdoors. We saw one truck in this view the entire time we were there and let me sayt, 15 days was long enough. The location, which seems remote becasue you don't see houses from the back or front, is really just rural. You are far from the maddening crowd unless you choose to drive either 15 minutes (not much there) or into Tubac or Green Valley. Wonderful place to get away from it all. For entertainment, Carew has books with vast titles...fiction, non-fiction, art, the west, and many other themes in the office which my husband used. Computer all set to go, printer if you needed it....Also, in the family room, DVD's which we watched while sitting on comfortable furniture. Cannot oraise this hiome enough and I am running out of words in the space allowed. Just go...you will love it!

The home is amazing and the views literally go on for miles and miles. It is a beautiful secluded home with views of a valley and mountains that we were fortunate enough to see snow capped! The snow was only there a couple of days, but a rare view in Arizona, so very special. The hot tub is located in a spectacular location that is isolate and again offers amazing review. Carew, the host, was AMAZING. Had a slight health issue and he was able to arrange a visit we could have never gotten ourselves in such short time. He was incredibly attentive and ensured our stay was outstanding, which it most definitely was. It you are looking for city life and party town, this won't be your place, but if like us you want remote quiet and indescribable views, this is the place!! My job is high stress and I could feel the tension just melting away with the solitude and just the sounds of birds and some local grazing cows. We cannot say enough great things about the home and Carew and are already planning our next visit. It is remote, yet you can easily be up in Green Valley in less than 45 minutes. Tubac is an artsy little shopping gem as well. The home is very spacious - actually larger than we thought from the pictures and the weather was spectacular. We came from Spokane and cold as heck, and had to laugh that we got snow there our first day, but again it was beautiful on the mountains and soon melted and warmed up to low 70s' - Just fantastic. Thank you Carew. We will be back!!

We were looking for big views and a quiet setting to spend some time away from the Seattle rain and to celebrate our 40 year wedding anniversary. We hit the jackpot! Even the cooler than expected weather did not dampen our love of our time here. The views? BIG! In all directions. The home was comfy and had everything we needed. Carew was a stellar host, even offering to cover alternative accommodations during a short power outage. We hiked below the house, locating the trail behind the white, gun shot pocked sign, then wading across the creek to find the old rail bed on the other side. We went to Patagonia 2 times to The Gathering Grounds for breakfast and those Pecan Bars. (I brought 4 home to freeze!) We explored many other hiking opportunities in the area, ate in Tubac at Wisdom's (Tuesdays is 2 for 1 Margaritas). We played cribbage and slept well in the very comfy beds. We grilled twice, great grill, and spent one hilarious night out by the fire table with friends of 40 years reminiscing and laughing until we ached. We got in the hot tub almost every sunrise and sunset. It does not get more picture perfect than that setting. It was a wonderful trip....one of the best view places we have ever rented. We arrived home road tired but heart happy. Thanks Carew, thanks so much! Liz and John King

Without repeating all of the excellent reviews, we will just confirm all of the positives that preceded our visit. Staying here is a treat for those looking for quiet and comfort. The vistas from the deck and hot tub are endless, and the dark sky stargazing is magnificent. Our host has created a home to share, and treats guests like family. Little things go a long way, like coffee and staples in place upon arrival, and something as simple as Kleenex and plenty of toilet paper means you don’t have to spend your first day trying to figure out what you will need to survive. It’s there! Thanks Carew, too bad we didn’t have a chance to get together. Maybe next time. Thanks again, Magda and Grant

We have stayed in many VRBO homes around the country and this is the absolute BEST we have ever experienced! First of all, Carew was the most gracious host, always available but never intrusive. He is the kind of person you would like to sit down and have a chat with-articulate, interesting,, knowledgeable and just plain fun. In addition he has written a book (The Legacy Letters) which you can find in his library (although he never mentioned it - it was a fun find). He and his wife have created a tasteful, comfortable and arty home with all the comforts you could think to ask for. Truly, ALL the comforts. Outside there is a large and tasteful patio with unmatched and unbeatable views! For example there is an outdoor hot tub, a large ramada and comfortable wicker furniture, a fire table, top of the line outdoor Bar-B-Que and outdoor eating area with lighted umbrella. Although the starts are so radiant and abundant you may not not want to use the lighted umbrella at night. There is even a telescope and binoculars for your use. Inside you will find anything and everything you might need or want, especially in the kitchen, including more spices than I have seen outside a grocery store all arranged alphabetically. Additionally there is an indoor fireplace, jetted tub and large comfortable TV and reading room. The master bedroom has a super comfortable and bed linens and beautiful windows and coverings. The best part was the stunning views from almost every room in the home. Literally you could see for miles to the Santa Rita Mountain range. The home offers quiet solitude and a chance to see and enjoy wildlife. Although it feels remote here, it is only 15 minutes at most from services and the wifi was terrific which is not usually the case in such remote feeling places. There were two big screen TVs but I have to admit we never used them, we were too busy enjoying everything else the home offered. Hiking and birding are are within walking distance with more opportunities within a 30 minute drive. Southeast AZ is a birding hot spot and you will not be disappointed if you are a birding expert or if you are casually interested in the birds around you. The Santa Cruz river and the riparian areas along the river offer quiet hiking opportunities. Overall, this home offers a very special experience that we will not forget and we are definitely planning our next visit.

Had a wonderful 3 week stay. Thank you Carew for a very pleasant home in a quiet area in southern Arizona. The home was well equipped throughout and very well maintained. Carew promptly addressed any of our needs. Can not emphasize enough the quiet surroundings. Plan to return next year.

Never mind 5 stars - this is a 10 star VRBO. The house is comfortable, attractive, and includes everything you need for a perfect stay in Southern Arizona. Big plusses are the private hot tub with a stunning view, a soaking tub inside, a gas fireplace in the living room that is perfect for chilly mornings or evenings, and a kitchen that is stocked with everything you need (really - everything! - there were more spices than I have at home, and they were even arranged alphabetically. Wow.) The view is spectacular, and the there is great hiking along the rail trail along Sonoita Creek, plus lots more hiking within a half hour drive. In addition, Carew is a great host - available for questions and assistance if needed, but not intrusive. Really, can't beat this place!