Ultimate Private Desert Escape, Infinity Pool, Million-Dollar View

Tucson, Arizona
$475 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Thanks for looking at our Sonoran home! Escape your busy life to our sunny, 5-acre sanctuary, nestled in the close-in Tucson Mountain District just east of Saguaro National Park and 15 minutes west of downtown. Our Santa-Fe style home, with its giant, natural beams and stucco exterior, has been a highly rated rental property for the last 20 years. We’ve added solar heating to the dramatic infinity pool which extends the season by a few weeks fall and spring, though not through the winter. It hangs out over the wild and natural scenery with an army of saguaro cacti and breathtaking views of the Catalina Mountains and wild desert landscape. You won’t want to leave the pool and brand new bubbling hot tub / spa scene on our patio, day or night, as this is entertainment enough to keep you busy! There’s a covered brick patio with large dining table for enjoying your meals outdoors, or just sit and watch the twinkling stars, spectacular city lights and the moonrise. The AI description suggests we have a ‘fitness room.’ We don’t, but a small set of free weights and there are mats and a perfect spot for yoga by the pool, and plenty of lounges for sunning.
While Tucson offers many fabulous dining options, a serious cook will love our large, fully equipped kitchen with bar seating and a big island. A trip to the nearest grocery store (or a bit longer drive to my favorite store, AJ’s) and you’re set for wonderful nights in, plus breakfasts and dramatic sunrises. We will provide a list of convenient shops and restaurants for you when you arrive! There are drip and Keurig coffee pots and some coffee to get your motor started.
The adjacent dining room has a family-sized table plus a little coffee-drinking spot, with big picture windows to observe the desert and watch for deer & wildlife.
A spacious, vaulted living room offers a large TV on Dish network so you can pull up your favorite movies, or bring your DVDs, and a comfy leather couch for your naps! Large picture windows provide an ever-changing scenery where you can watch morning break, night fall, or weather blow through the valley.
Guests have raved about our comfortable beds! There are three bedrooms, two with king beds and attached bathrooms. The primary/master bedroom has room for a rollaway (provided) or baby’s porta crib (provided) and all bedrooms offer plenty of closet space and hangers. The third bedroom has a queen sized bed and is next to the hall bath. You’ll find comfy robes hanging in your closet, plus laundry baskets, and we have a new washer/dryer. There is also a guest/half bath. Bedrooms are conveniently separated with the master on one wing and the other two bedrooms situated on the opposite side of the house.
Internet and wi-fi are provided, as is a comfortable desk setup for working from home. Our cell phones work great up on the hilltop!
There are plenty of bath and pool towels, but don’t forget your sunscreen!
Two-car attached garage will keep your cars in the shade, and there is a circle turnaround in the front. The half-mile private drive up to the house is an adventure as you climb to the hilltop, and it adds to the amazing experience staying at Casa Gaje.

All of this beauty exists just 10 minutes to grocery shopping, Saguaro National Monument, Costco or Starbucks! Highway 10 makes navigating to U of A, the airport, or downtown a breeze. This property feels a world apart from civilization, yet you’re within 15-20 minutes from many outstanding restaurants.

If you love hiking, we’re in the sweet spot- the Sweetwater Preserve and Camino del Cerro trailheads are a couple of minutes away, as is the Saguaro National Park with many hiking options. There are about a dozen trailheads within a 15 -20 minute drive.
Shoppers will find the Premium Outlet shopping within a few minutes drive, and the Lost Barrio shops are definitely worth checking out for authentic and unique treasures. There are cute boutiques throughout town and lots of cool areas to explore.
Stargazers will love the nearby Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, Stuart Observatory, Mt Lemmon Sky Center Observatory or the grandaddy of them all, Kitt Peak Observatory has an impressive new visitor experience, is 62 miles and well worth the visit!

In looking at airfare options, the house is about 25 minutes from Tucson Airport, just over 95 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor, although the car rental process at PHX might easily add more than hour to your travel time. We've tried it, but just once...

Helpful suggestion... Even if you don't normally buy travel insurance, please understand vrbo policies for close-in changes and cancellations listed on property descriptions.

Golfers will find Silverbell Golf Course right around the corner and numerous world-class courses in the Catalina Foothills. For family fun, Top Golf is 10 minutes from home.

But the most wonderful activity of all is enjoying our million-dollar views with your family or friends, poolside at Casa Gaje. From our most recent guests. Thank you again for sharing your gorgeous place! We had an amazing stay and would love to return 🥰 I can’t believe how lucky we were with the Saguaro blooms and even a storm our last evening. The scent after the rain was so intense - we’ve never experienced anything like it (loved it so much, we googled, found out it was creosote, and found a perfume). We’re in love with your little patch of prickly heaven.

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Unit Size: 2210 Sq Ft (205 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Front Entrance Ramp If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stair-free Path To Entrance Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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Review Review

  • heather may h.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    Amazing. Peaceful. The perfect home away from home. Already planning a return visit.

  • Karen M.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Our group of 6 women has been doing an annual girl's weekend for 29 years now and this house was beyond our expectations in every way! Cary and Norris provided excellent information about the property and area prior to our arrival, and based on the pictures, our expectations were extremely high. Everything exceeded those expectations! The house is absolutely beautiful and stocked with everything we needed to enjoy our stay! Cary and Norris really have thought of everything! The beds are extremely comfortable and the house is very clean! The views can not be beat! We spent most of our time enjoying the beautiful swimming pool and could not believe how quiet and peaceful it was! The drive in is definitely an adventure, but so worth it! I would highly recommend Casa Gaja to anyone visiting Tucson and hope to go back!

  • Elisabeth J.

    Submitted May 19, 2026

    Stayed May 13, 2026

    We had a magnificent time and wouldn't hesitate to rebook. Property was as described and exceeded expectations. The view, layout, decor, furniture, pool loungers were all great. I particularly appreciated all the spices and condiments and the second fridge. Kudos to running a smooth operation.

  • Nicholas P.

    Submitted May 11, 2026

    Stayed May 6, 2026

    just an amazing getaway!!

  • Todd D.

    Submitted May 1, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    Everything here was spectacular. The house is well-appointed and even had a French press. We enjoyed the sunrises with dinner and evening stargazing in the hot tub.

  • Kenneth F.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2026

    Stayed Apr 1, 2026

    The view was stunning. The house is incredibly spacious and clean. My family had such a relaxing time swimming, BBQing and relaxing on the outdoor patio.

  • Kimberly F.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2026

    Stayed Mar 28, 2026

    What an amazing location with incredible views! Felt lucky to have such a nice house and pool all to ourselves. The minute we arrived we wished we had booked for longer. 4 nights was not enough! Our family of 4 (10 and 12yo kids) were visiting Tucson for the first time. I would add extra days to your trip so you can visit the parks and have several days to relax in the pool. The house is so cute inside and out, you won’t want to leave. Book it!

  • Patsy G.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 28, 2026

    We stayed for a month at Casa Gaje and had a wonderful visit. The home had everything we needed for a long term stay. Yes, the drive in and out was an adventure each time, however, worth the outstanding views. A little disappointed that the jacuzzi jets were not fully functional in the hot tub, but understand the pump will be replaced. The weather got extremely hot during our visit and the pool warmed up to a comfortable temperature, which was great for relaxing after early morning hikes. We really enjoyed exploring the Tucson area, lots of golf options, great restaurants and grocery stores nearby. Communication with the host, was easy with quick response.

  • Hester G.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Beautiful, clean, spacious and comfortable home with great amenities. Enjoy sipping coffee on the pool patio while watching the sunrise over the Catalinas. Proximity to amazing hiking and all that downtown Tucson has to offer.

  • Ethan M.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2026

    Stayed Dec 20, 2025

    This was such a fantastic place to stay for a couple weeks! The view is second to none. We didn’t turn the TV on once.

  • Megan P.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Nov 29, 2025

    The hosts were very welcoming, amenities were great and the view off the charts!

  • Melanie W.

    Submitted Nov 29, 2025

    Stayed Nov 23, 2025

    Wonderful house in an incredible setting - perfectly appointed, thoughtful touches everywhere, everything you need. Very comfortable beds! View cannot be beat. The hosts provided so many great recommendations.

  • Corey W.

    Submitted Nov 24, 2025

    Stayed Nov 18, 2025

    We had an excellent experience. The host was more than accommodating. It was a pleasure trip, a chance to recharge. The view and the amenities provided for a relaxing getaway.

  • Molly R.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    The views were unbelievable! Loved everything about this house and highly recommend to anyone wanting a quiet, peaceful getaway but still within 25 minutes of everything you need in Tucson.

  • Ray C.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    This house is great. The veranda is excellent and has great views of Tucson. Communication and responsiveness of the owner were excellent. I would highly recommend this house.

  • Ryan H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    What an amazing experience. This property is nothing less than magical. The house had all the amenities we needed for the perfect desert getaway. The grounds are beautiful, the pool and pool deck are very spacious, the natural surroundings are gorgeous, and the view is spectacular. So grateful that Cary and Norris share this amazing place with others. Thank you again for a great stay.

  • Martin Z.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    We had an awesome stay. This property is great and we would stay there again. Unfortunately, the hot tub did not work during our stay. While this didn’t ruin our trip, we were looking forward to evenings using the hot tub and pool, but we never did swim at night. Other than that the place is great. The drive in was scary the first time, but once you got used to it, it was no problem. We were a little surprised by there only being one TV in the house, but we were never inside except to eat and sleep so we didn’t miss it.

  • Anne R.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    The house and views were amazing! Everything you could need was there and then some. Cannot recommend enough!

  • Lisa C.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Beautiful property with amazing view. Very comfortable and host was very thoughtful and available. Would stay again!

  • DAVID M.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    The place was as advertised. Lovely home, quiet and mostly private. Very well stocked with eveeything i needed. Our host wqs extremely responsive and cordially friendly

  • Robin T.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 25, 2025

    We loved this VRBO Stay! Just off the beaten trail to provide privacy and relaxation. Amazing time hanging out with 18 and 21-year-old granddaughters. They loved it too, and we all had plenty of room.

  • Alison M.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    This home was a perfect base for our trip to Tucson for our son’s graduation from U of A. It’s close to campus, shopping and restaurants, but in a very quiet location with stunning views. We spent most of our time outside, enjoying the large covered patio and pool. The house is stocked with everything you need, including plenty of pool towels and pool floats along with a kitchen that includes numerous condiments, spices, utensils, etc. The house is spacious, spotless and homey. Norris & Cary are very responsive and helpful. We highly recommend this home. We created wonderful memories here. Thank you!

  • Jeff T.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 26, 2025

    Wow! 6075 W Gerhart is an amazing vacation rental with breathtaking views! The owners thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and memorable. The house was clean with all the amenities we needed, and the outdoor pool / hot tub / patio was a favorite hangout for our multi-generational family. Our grandchildren loved the daily driveway adventure, but grandma found it a bit nerve racking. Our one and only minor concern was resolved with an appropriate sense of urgency and care. Thank you for sharing your desert oasis with us!

  • Ron S.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    The house has a great design and feel. Outside are different terraced areas for enjoying the views, wildlife, city lights, stars and sahuaros while dining, swimming or soaking in the hot tub!

  • Peter T.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 29, 2025

    This is a remarkably beautiful property in the desert. The location and views were spectacular. The driveway is an adventure, incredibly fun just to meander through the desert and up to the home. Hosts were highly responsive and check in was easy. Private, wonderful retreat, yet still close enough to Tucson to enjoy some takeout or make a trip to the store. Beds were comfortable, home was well stocked with essentials, garage is spacious and clean. We visited in late March during a cool-ish period, so we didn’t utilize the chilly but beautiful pool as much as we would’ve with summer temps. That said, we’re from Minnesota, so of course we hopped in the pool. We did utilize the hot tub more extensively, which was clean and easy to use. Few things beat catching a sunrise over the mountains while a hot air balloon begins its journey from the valley below. Pictures don’t adequately capture the view from this home. Truly memorable experience in a gorgeous location. Thank you to the hosts for sharing their home with us. 5 stars.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We are 4 friends, 2 couples who travel somewhere warm every winter. When we saw this listing, we were amazed at all we got at this perf ct home high

  • Hester G.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    This property is absolutely amazing! All the amenities/comforts you could hope for - fully stocked kitchen, grill, infinity pool, hot tub, the list goes on. Expansive views of Mt. Lemmon and the desert landscape. Beautiful sunrises out the picture window with coffee. Access to hiking trailheads just minutes away. Great communication with the hosts. 10 out of 10.

  • Susan C.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2025

    Stayed Feb 18, 2025

    Everything and more than advertised. A true gem.

  • Betty T.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 15, 2025

    If you want I get out of the city with close access to amenities and adventure, this is the place you are looking for! A great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views after full days of exploring. Easy access to Old Tuscon Studios, Dessert Museum and The Mission as well as the West Entrance to Saguaro NP. Hosts made us feel very welcome and we had all the kitchen gadgets to make breakfast each day. We also enjoyed the welcome basket with some snacks to get us through our first night and am as we had a late arrival. Easier to find in the daytime but we were able to navigate the dirt roads with GPS and the directions provided from the host.we really appreciated the cleanliness and easy to follow check in and check out instructions.

  • Tina R.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed Feb 9, 2025

    Comfortable home with amazing views!

  • J. M.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 4, 2025

    Everything about the property was amazing! I would highly recommend it and we re-booked for next year already. The long off-road driveway is daunting at first and then feels like a fun rollercoster! 10 out of 10!

  • Linda V.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2025

    Stayed Jan 8, 2025

    We came down from Montana for a wedding. Although the weather was cooler than we hoped for the place was wonderful. Everything was as we hoped for. It was quiet and relaxing.

  • Jennifer R.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Loved the house and the views (both day and night). The beds were comfortable, and the house was clean and tidy. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the laundry room. It was so spacious! The House was private, but it was easy to drive into town.

  • Kymrie M.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    This has to be our most favorite VRBO to date! The house was beautiful and clean, the hot tub was amazing, and the views were absolutely breathtaking! The hosts were very communicative and were so kind to leave us a little gift to help us wind down and relax after a horrible day of traveling. If we ever make it back out to Tucson, we would 100% stay again!

  • Tzu-Lin T.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 17, 2024

    My family of six (all adults) loved the home indoors and outside. We made meals together in the very, well-equipped kitchen. Enjoyed the hot tub and sunrise yoga on the patio. Views were spectacular day and night! Location was great to town and hiking. Exceeded all expectations! Many thanks to our hosts for all the recommendations. .

  • John S.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    We loved the house and patio so much we didn’t want to go anywhere. If you are looking for a place to relax and recharge, this is it. House has everything you need and is both beautifully and comfortably decorated.

  • Edyta L.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    Our extended family enjoyed 10 days at the residence over the Thanksgiving holiday and my husband birthday celebration. Great location with breathtaking views. Gracious hosts - Cary and Norris, welcomed us with nice bottle of wine and most importantly allowed us to bring Bleu, family’s golden retriever (Bleu loved his treats - thank you). We highly recommend this place and we will be back!

  • Tracy R.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 10, 2024

    Fabulous property for hanging out with adult kids and exploring food and fun in Tucson. Quiet, beautiful, fabulous outdoor spaces!!

  • Lisa G.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    We very much enjoyed the house and property. We were there for U of A parent's weekend and it was nice to be away from the fray of campus. We appreciated the amazing communication from our hosts from beginning to end. And that was February when we booked up until our departure on October 28th. We will definitely stay again.

  • Ryan H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    Beautiful property in a beautiful location. Property was clean and well cared for. Very well appointed house-- it had everything we needed plus more. Property owner was extremely helpful, friendly, and responsive. I would absolutely stay in this property again-- spectacular views and life-long family memories. Thank you Norris and Cary.

  • Peggy B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    We stayed the weekend and had a terrific time. Everything was perfect and we found everything we needed. Clean, comfortable and beautiful. The hosts responded right away to any questions and gave awesome restaurant and sightseeing recommendations. We are trying to see when we can visit again asap!

  • Lance N.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    The house was just as pictured. Very clean, quite and had everything we needed to have a fantastic stay. We will return.

  • abigail B.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 17, 2024

    The house was beautiful and extremely comfortable with every amenity in abundance. I can’t say enough about how the house was sited to take full advantage of the desert views with windows wrapping the entire east view. The pool and patio area were unlike anything I’ve ever seen- simply amazing.

  • Sandra T.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    The view was amazing! The house was well equipped with everything you need - plates, glasses, silverware, appliances. The outside area had plenty of seating for everyone. The pool was lovely but there were a few wasps getting their daily fill of water. It was actually peaceful watching them grab their water & fly off. I'm normally afraid of them but they did not bother me at all. I must warn you about the roads getting to the house. They are steep. I'm afraid of heights & going up an escalator freaks me out. These roads were steep enough that I felt like I was going to tip backwards. Yes, it was all in my head but I couldn't shake it. UPS & Amazon trucks had no problem which should have helped me but, nope. Still scared. Honestly, why would you want to leave the house? Bottom line, book this place! You won't regret it!!!

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