Western Bunkhouse on 8 Acre Estate w/ Private Pool, Tennis & Pickleball (NW)

Tucson, Arizona
$222 avg/night
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Go back to a simpler time for your Tucson visit with a stay in an authentic bunkhouse. This quaint vacation home has all the western charm of mid-century Tucson, but has been updated for the comfort of today’s modern traveler. Only recently made available for short-term guests, The Bunkhouse was home to real cowboys who worked the 75 acre ranch estate of playwright Clifford Goldsmith. Goldsmith’s work includes Broadway, Hollywood and television, but he is best known for “TheAldrich Family” radio show.

This unique and historic compound was built in 1947 by noted architect Arthur T. Brown and has been called home at one time or another by some interesting people. Other past residents include: Rudy Fick, the Kansas City auto dealer mentioned in the FBI’s 1950 memo regarding the alleged crash of flying saucers in New Mexico, Newspaper publisher Carl Winter, Oscar-winning actor Lee Marvin, and movie producer Larry G. Spangler.

Like other ranches in the historic Casas Adobes area, development gobbled up most of the surrounding land over the years and what remains today is a tranquil 8 acre knoll covered with natural desert vegetation and abundant wildlife. The entire property, which you are welcome to roam, consists of The Bunkhouse, a main house (occupied by a nonprofit foundation) and two other guest homes (see VRBO listings for The Tennis House at #767200 and The Ranch House at #4325448). The property entrance is off the main road, but all buildings are set back over 600-800 feet and hidden from view. It feels amazingly peaceful and secluded here, but in reality you’ll only be about a mile or so from major shopping, dining and travel destinations, such as Casas Adobes Plaza, the Foothills Mall, Tohono Chul Park and NW Medical Center.

Resort-style amenities on the grounds are exclusively for the use of our guests and include a tennis court, two pickleball courts, basketball, shuffleboard and a huge swimming pool (unheated) with views of the Catalina Mountains and city lights of the foothills and downtown Tucson. Sunset vistas over the Tucson Mountains are equally spectacular.

The Bunkhouse itself is a free-standing building of approx. 850 sq ft. with a/c, wi-fi, basic cable, full kitchen & bath, wood-beamed ceilings, tile floors, and generous closet, drawer & cupboard space. The bedroom has a king-size, gel-infused memory foam bed, TV, writing desk, and sitting area with a leather recliner. The living room has a leather sofa and chair, fireplace and armoire with TV and DVD player. The kitchen is equipped with a range, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, washer/dryer, and granite counters with seating for 4. The backyard is private and fenced with a covered patio (converted from the original horse stalls) with seating for 4 and a Weber grill (charcoal). There is also covered parking in an attached carport. Your stay in The Bunkhouse also includes: all linens & towels, dishes, cookware & utensils, cutlery, silverware & glassware, iron & ironing board, and a variety of books and DVDs for your use (many with local or western interest).

The Bunkhouse is ideal for short or long-term stays for two persons interested in Tucson's history and looking for a unique, high-quality travel accommodation. We love this place and think you will, too! So, come kick off your boots and stay awhile! Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • 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

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Memory Foam Mattress
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 850 Sq Ft (79 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Outdoor Pool Private Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Flat-screen TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Gravel Flooring 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 Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Gary K.

    Submitted Feb 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 3, 2026

    This is absolutely our favorite place to stay in Tucson. An actual bunkhouse! Great place for a couple. Nice outdoor areas. And great hosts!

  • Colleen D.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    The Western Bunkhouse is a great place to stay--we loved the location as it was close to many of the outdoor activities we wanted to do, and it is easy to navigate to restaurants and breweries. The Bunkhouse is well-appointed with really nice stuff. It is incredibly clean, and the space was absolutely adorable. It was actually much bigger than we thought it would be based on the photos. The living room is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is very functional with a lot of counter space. The bedroom, again, was spacious with a lot of closet space as well as shelves for easy organization of all the the little things you need on a daily basis. There was also an extra close in the hallway, so there was plenty of room to keep everything out of site so it felt like home away from home.We've already stayed on this property before in a different unit, and we would definitely stay again. The property is expansive with lots of fun birds and other critters.

  • Ann W.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 4, 2025

    This is our 3rd stay. We'll be back!

  • Ann W.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2024

    Stayed Apr 6, 2024

    Another great stay! Comfortable bed. Bunkhouse had everything we needed.

  • Daniel K.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2024

    Stayed Mar 6, 2024

    We had a delightful time in the bunkhouse. The property was immaculately clean upon check-in, and every amenity we could’ve asked for was provided. The location was perfect, and the pool, shuffleboard, and tennis/Pickleball courts were added attractions. We enjoyed our visit so much that we have already booked a month in 2025. Can’t wait to get back to see Jeanmarie and Kelly again!

  • Elizabeth K.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2022

    Stayed Mar 10, 2022

    The photos of this property quite accurately depict the comfort and charm of the place. The Western decor is tasteful and interesting, the size of the space is more than adequate, and the kitchen is well-appointed. Communication with the highly responsive and friendly owner was very good. The only drawback for me was some ambient traffic noise, particularly later at night, much of which seemed to waft over from I-10, Others might be less sensitive to such an issue, particularly if you don't care to leave windows open at night for fresh air. All in all, I found my month-long stay quite satisfactory.

  • Jim V.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2022

    Stayed Jan 5, 2022

    This was a relaxing stay in a nice property. Kelly and Jeanmarie are gracious hosts. The check in and out process was smooth and the communication was great. The Bunkhouse has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Plenty of Grocery Stores, Restaurants and Hiking Trails all within close vicinity. Beautiful views of the Stars and Nature Life in this little tucked away Gem. Would certainly come back.

  • Gary K.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2021

    Stayed Oct 12, 2021

    We always love our stays at the bunkhouse! Clean, adorably decorated, great outdoor spaces. We couldn’t ask for more!

  • Sue E.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2021

    Stayed Apr 6, 2021

    The Bunkhouse was absolutely perfect for our stay in Tucson! So clean, so cozy, located near the hiking trails, and everything you need. Jeanmarie was the most responsive property owner we have ever met. We appreciated the yummy snacks that were ready for us after a long day of travel. The property is well maintained (my husband joked that he couldn't find anything to fix!) and the kitchen is equipped with everything you need for eating meals in. We loved the pool with the mountain views and refreshing water. Very private. The porch outside the Bunkhouse was absolutely relaxing and peaceful. We are definitely booking another stay there soon.

  • Ann W.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2021

    Stayed Mar 25, 2021

    Had a great stay at the Bunkhouse and enjoyed the peaceful surrounding property. The Bunkhouse had everything we needed - a comfortable bed and all the little extras in the kitchen. We liked star-gazing on the front porch at night and a game of pickleball on the tennis court in the morning. The location is good -- close to stores, restaurants, as well as hiking and golf. We'll be back!

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