The Spicy Cactus Casita | Modern, Cozy Stay by Trails, Dining, Shops, and Venues

Phoenix, Arizona
$164 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

OVERVIEW — Modern, Cozy Casita Near Trails, Dining & Major Phoenix/Valley Venues. Your Perfect Phoenix Retreat.

Welcome to The Spicy Cactus, a stylish, serene, and comfortable two-bedroom casita tucked beside Shadow Mountain, where tranquility meets unbeatable convenience. Just steps from hiking trails and minutes from the Valley’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy quick access to venues like TPC Scottsdale, Footprint Center, Chase Field, Mayo Clinic, and Desert Ridge — all while staying in a peaceful, private retreat. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, business guests, golfers, or small families seeking comfort, convenience, and an unbeatable central location.

Continue reading below for full details about amenities, location highlights, and everything included in your stay.

Prime Central Location

Just 20 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport and minutes from the 51 & 101 freeways, you’ll have seamless access to all corners of Phoenix. A quick 3-minute walk takes you to Shadow Mountain Trail—perfect for sunrise hikes, cactus-dotted views, and desert photos.

Proximity to Venues, Sports, & Entertainment

You're staying in one of the most convenient home bases in the Valley. Popular destinations include:

Sports & Events
• TPC Scottsdale / Waste Management Open – 16 min
• Footprint Center (NBA, concerts) – 22 min
• Salt River Fields at Talking Stick – 21 min
• Chase Field (MLB) – 22 min
• San Francisco Giants Spring Training – 28 min
• State Farm Stadium (NFL) – 35 min

Healthcare: Mayo Clinic Phoenix – 12 min

Shopping & Dining
• Desert Ridge Marketplace – 10 min
• Kierland Commons / Scottsdale Quarter – 15–18 min
• Old Town Scottsdale – 25–30 min

Nature & Local Attractions
• Phoenix Mountain Preserve – 3 min
• MIM (Musical Instrument Museum) – 12 min
• Desert Botanical Garden / Papago Park / Zoo – 20 min

Colleges
• Paradise Valley Community College – 9 min
• Scottsdale Community College – 23 min
• Arizona State University – 28 min

This central location is one of the casita’s biggest advantages — guests consistently compliment the ease of getting everywhere.

Thoughtful Design & Comfortable Living

Crafted by a kitchen designer, the casita is curated for both beauty and function. Enjoy:

• A California King in one bedroom
• A King bed in the second bedroom
• A spa-like bathroom
• In-unit washer/dryer
• Laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hand soap, and hair dryer

Perfect for weekend getaways or longer remote-work stays.

Private Outdoor Oasis

Relax on your private patio with morning coffee or unwind by the fire pit at night. Situated on a spacious corner lot, street parking is easy and plentiful.

Extras to Elevate Your Stay

• Board games for cozy nights in
• Pickleball lessons available from a certified coach (ask for details!)
• Easy access to rideshare + local transit: Turo, Uber, Lyft
• Fast WiFi & smart TV
• Self check-in for flexible, hassle-free arrivals

Guest Access

You’ll have private access to the guest casita, including your own exterior entrance and your own private patio. The walkway leading from the street to both the main home and the casita is shared, but once you reach the casita door, the entire space is yours.

Street parking is available directly in front and alongside the corner lot.
No garage or driveway parking is available for the casita.

Your Host

Communication is quick, friendly, and reliable. I’m nearby if you need anything, but you’ll enjoy full privacy during your stay.

QR Code Instructions (for guidebook / instructions)

• Open your device’s camera
• Point it at the QR code (no need to take a photo)
• A link will pop up
• Tap the link

Know Before You Book

Phoenix requires STR properties to follow specific city regulations. We are fully licensed and compliant to ensure a safe and legal stay for all guests.

Per City code and our permit, the casita cannot be used for:
• Non-residential or commercial use
• Events requiring a permit
• Retail, restaurant, or banquet operations
• Housing registered sex offenders
• Sober-living operations
• Sale of alcohol, illegal drugs, or pornography
• Adult entertainment
• Event center or large gatherings
• Any uses prohibited under A.R.S. § 9-500.39

This casita is intended for quiet, compliant, residential stays only. Thank you for helping keep Spicy Cactus safe, legal, and welcoming for everyone.

Permit STR-2024-002765 • TPT 21558941

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 850 Sq Ft (79 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces 1 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Outdoor Smoking Only Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Logan L.

    Submitted May 28, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    Really nice place to stay and very easy to work with host.

  • Angela P.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 21, 2025

    This is the cutest little guest house. The host communicated so well that I felt very comfortable when I arrived. The place was well equipped with everything that you need. They definitely go above and beyond to make sure they you are comfortable and enjoy your stay. Cleanliness is very important, and the place was very clean. It was definitely a space you can enjoy hanging out in!

  • John and Shirley L.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2022

    Stayed Feb 1, 2022

    Great view of the mountains, easily walkable, good beds, nice kitchen, nice outdoor space

  • SARA C.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2022

    Stayed Dec 26, 2021

    Great little property in Phoenix! Nicely appointed with everything you need to be comfortable. Really appreciated the touch points by Daniel before and during our stay to ensure we were situated with the property. Well stocked kitchen with basic staples in the fridge and cupboards for us! Overall, great experience.

  • Submitted Jun 9, 2021

    Stayed Jun 4, 2021

    Beautifully decorated two bedroom place, outfitted with great amenities (big TV, espresso machine, etc.) Warm, friendly hosts, who were very accommodating. I recommend to anyone staying in the area.

  • Tiffnie J.

    Submitted May 5, 2021

    Stayed Apr 26, 2021

    This place is truly an oasis in the hills of Phoenix , AZ! Daniel and Rosemarie are outstanding hosts who will provide you with a safe, beautiful place to stay at a very reasonable price. They are so thoughtful in the way they prepare for your stay even down to stocking the fridge with a few items prior to your arrival (i.e. milk, juice, water, butter, etc.) The rental comes with King sized beds; a gorgeous kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and wonderful dishes and cooking utensils; a stunning bathroom with double sinks; quiet modern washer and dryer; a large flat screen TV with access to numerous cable stations as well as streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney, HBO Max, and Amazon prime video. It also comes with a relaxing patio and a gas grill. ALL of this is in a quiet neighborhood, yet just less than fifteen minutes away from Wal Mart, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, a Mall, and a wide selection of restaurants. Whether for a couple of days or a couple of weeks, do not miss out on this one!! Thank you Daniel and Rosemarie for everything!!!

  • Submitted Mar 29, 2021

    Stayed Mar 23, 2021

    I just wanted to say we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood was really great. The house is exactly as pictured and the owners are fantastic. They thought of everything even provided items in the fridge for us. Great outdoor patio space and also awesome water pressure in the shower! We would definitely stay again.

  • Carol K.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2021

    Stayed Jan 18, 2021

    Pictures are up to date. This is a lovely two bedroom with one bathroom, (two sinks!), a nice washer and dryer, full kitchen, and patio with a gas grill. It was stocked with some food items and cleaning supplies. The owners live on the other side of the duplex and were very available by phone if we needed anything. They were happy to assist me with a package that arrived prior to our arrival. Such joyful and conscientious people. No hesitation to stay there again.

  • Nancy L.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2020

    Stayed Jul 30, 2020

    We booked this rental at the last minute. For some reason, the address that we had picked initially was not this address. This must have been a glitch in VRBO's system because we had double checked before we submitted the payment online. We had some initial apprehensions but boy, did we luck out!! First of all, this rental is in a quiet and nice neighborhood. The place is immaculate, well furnished and beautiful. There is nothing that we needed that we did not find there. The kitchen and the bathroom were stocked with everything one could possibly need during a trip. The owners were very nice and friendly people; attentive but not overly so. They gave us our space but were there if we needed them. What really blew us away was how sweet and thoughtful they were. We had come to Arizona to be with our daughter who just had a baby and the owners took time out to get us a gift for the baby!! THAT is hands down the sweetest thing they could have done. We will definitely rent this place again when we come back to Arizona. Thanks so much, Daniel and Rosemarie!!

  • John B.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2020

    Stayed Mar 10, 2020

    Nice property just a few miles west of Scottsdale. Super friendly and accommodating hosts who live in the other half of the property. Quiet and private including your own patio. Very well provisioned. We left for home five days early due to the Coronavirus. VRBO has chosen not to do refunds like AirbNb has. Host offered us five free nights in the future which was appreciated.

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Total

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$164+
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