Located in Phoenix, this welcoming cottage brings it all within your reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 11-minute drive to Chandler Fashion Center or the 18-minute drive to Tempe Town Lake (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind by the outdoor pool or sip a drink on the patio; you may also like the firepit and BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at billiards, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and video-game console.

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom rental features a fireplace, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and a desk. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as a coffee maker, an ice maker, and a microwave. And you can even travel light because you'll have a washing machine.