Welcome! Now forget your worries in this spacious and serene Desert Island space on the edge of Tucson city limits, Our Desert Casita with a View, is one of 8 private family homes on our 16-acre oasis. Spacious, open floor plan and private yet near to necessities like grocery stores, urgent care, malls, pharmacies, mail depot, ups store and restaurants galore. Beautiful hiking and bike routes right out the front door or short drive to one of the nearby trailheads in Bear Canyon, Mt Lemmon, Sabino Canyon, Saguaro National Park East, Reddington, and a whole host of east side destination spots. Take a scenic drive west to Old Tucson, Desert Museum, Saguaro National Monument West, Catalina State Park, Rillito Downs, U of A Campus and Historic Downtown Tucson or easy southbound Houghton Road to I10 East to find Benson, Bisbee, Tombstone, Wilcox, or Kartchner Caverns. For you long distance bikers this will be an easy ride along the many beautiful bike paths Tucson has created. If dining out is your thing there is no shortage of local restaurateurs that are sure to delight your taste buds no matter what your pleasure. From the famous sizzling steaks and ritual cut ties at Pinnacle Peaks located just down the road in Trail Dust Town to the delectable wine selection from one of the nearby Resorts Fine Dining Restaurants to the fresh homemade tortillas at La Parilla Suiza or check out maps to find your cuisine of choice nearby. While we are in the city limits, we would suggest having your own transportation, or using one of the driving services that are readily available via an app on your phone. Newly remodeled and decorated to be as comfortable as home! Large open living area with couch, pillows, recliner, 65-Inch Roku TV, unlimited WIFI, Ceiling fan and electric fireplace for those ambient evenings. Small desk with chair for those working trips. Be warned the mountain view from the window can be distracting. Mini-split AC/Heating unit to keep it comfortable. One in the bedroom and one in the living area. Open floor plan full kitchen with everything you need to dine in including stove, oven, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, pots and pans, dishes, glassware, and a dishwasher to help with the cleanup. Comfortable casual counter seating, or outdoor dining on the private patio. Large bedroom suite with hanging barn door for privacy, new California King bed, bedding, and large king pillows. Small couch, dresser, hall tree hanging, 2 portable luggage racks, Roku TV, dimmable lighting, and split AC/Heating unit. A private large bathroom with lighted vanity, and large shower, complete with showering essentials, shampoo, body wash and conditioner. New Fluffy towels, wash rags and hand towels, hair dryer, and plenty of TP for your stay. A private secure patio and side yard area perfect for drinks and conversation to enjoy the beautiful weather in Tucson. Washer, Dryer, laundry detergent and fabric softener are available in the patio storage room, so the dirty clothes don't pile up on your adventure. New Iron and Ironing board are also stored there with vacuum cleaner, a broom and dustpan for those accidental spills. Even though I've lived on these 16 acres for nearly 50 years, I will never get over the simple beauty that surrounds me. From the majestic mountain views to the tiny geckos that crawl the lighted walls at night but are impossible to find in the day. The masterpiece sunsets and the glorious sunrise. The night owl hoots to the happy donkey brays welcoming breakfast time. Everyday something new and yet it all brings comfort to this place I call home. When you stay with us, you'll feel at home as well! We can't wait for you to be our guest at Our Desert Casita!