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Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht

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Miscellaneous
Smart TV
Outdoor pool
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht

Very private Casita with amazing views. Gorgeous private pool/ hot tub and optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht. Famous house, where Orson Wells made his last movie. Built between boulders in Carefree. One mile from the famous Buffalo Chip and Harrols Saloon.

Property manager

Katherine Boudreau

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Carefree, AZ

What's nearby

  • Boulders Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Black Mountain Trail - 6 min drive
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Troon North Golf Club - 15 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cavecreek Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Station - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht located?

Situated in Carefree, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial and Boulders Golf Club. One To One Primary Care and Desert Forest Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private Yacht Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abby W., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and scenery near our conference. Did not have time to take advantage of the other amenities available onsite. The bed could use a new mattress, it was very squishy and caving in toward the center. Owner is responsive and provided little treats in the casita as well. The property has the potential to become a very popular destination stay with some more updates.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Todd I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super friendly…great experience
We stayed in the casita the week we dropped off our son at ASU. We absolutely love the Carefree and Cave Creek area and this was right in the heart on Black Mountain. The views are awesome and the pool was as well! Catherine is very friendly and accommodating!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug S., Granville, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
We had a wonderful stay at this private casita in the mountains near Carefree. The casita sits at the bottom of a stairway you need to take to get to the pool and hot tub, and it is worth the climb. The view from the back of the house, on the deck, in the pool, anywhere is just amazing . . it's a wonderful place to relax. We were surprised that that there is a constant breeze up by the pool which was very welcome in the heat. The casita is well-appointed, small living room, a desk, small kitchen with a nice sized frig, a bedroom, dining area and a covered patio over-looking the vally. Great places to visit or eat are very close by, The Boulders resort and golf course is literally visible from the house. One note: The pool is wonderful and unlike other pools we have used in AZ this one was much cooler than the air temperature. We think that is due to the fact that this is a deep pool! There is little space to stand and the pool drops down to 10' or so in the middle so be prepared. : ) We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smokers beware
Property is a 10. Host is a 1. We were told we could smoke outside using the ashtrays provided. There was a booklet inside the property that laid this out for us. Just said "use the ashtrays on the patio." There were several ashtrays outside on two different patio areas, one directly by the casita and at least 3 more ashtrays by the pool area. Host is now trying to charge a damage fee for "smoking inside the property" when we never smoked inside a single time. She said "the ashtray outside was never used." Katherine. Have you never cleaned up after yourself when you're the company? We simply disposed of the cigarette butts in your trash can, and then took the trash out, trying to be respectful of the property. But yeah. Charge us an extra $500 because we disposed of the cigarettes we smoked. It's a nice property. Katherine was hardly there at all, we told her we'd spend 90% of the time OUTDOORS by the pool and we did, so all of that smoking we did? OUTDOORS by the pool, you saw us there every time you were home, we were at the pool. By the hot tub. On the patio. Never once inside the Casita, not in the laundry area, not even close. If it smelled like smoke inside when you finally showed up, it's probably because YOU smell like smoke, Katherine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful desert setting
We had a great time in the eclectic, comfortable casita. Our host made sure that we had everything we needed. The sunset cruise was fantastic!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend getaway!
The property was exactly like what was described in the listing and was exactly what we were looking for! I’d recommend it to anyone hoping for a secluded home that’s still close to lots of amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Desert Escape
My friend and I had an incredible stay at this property. Such a cool place! There was so much to see and explore. The property is very private and quiet. The directions and instructions were clear. Katherine was also very kind and accommodating. I would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend getaway
Was impressed with the setup the moment I stepped on the property. The pool setup is amazing and the multilevel options provide even better views than exist at pool level. Perfect spot for one person or a couple. Walking distance to all things Cave Creek - particularly taking the back way to Buffalo Chip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place, great character
Really cool house built into rocks. Very peaceful. Katherine is so nice, took us out on private charter yacht on lake pleasant. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot, great location, fun yacht
Arrival and check in were simple. The casita had everything we needed. It is a little small but quaint, We were mostly gone golfing so mainly there for coffee and sleep. There are great views from the patio. We did do the yacht cruise on Lake Pleasant with Katherine and that was really fun with beautiful scenery. The boat is plenty big. We brought 2 other couples and had enough room. Katherine was a good captain and host. She had great background stories. Highly recommended. If you're looking for a comfortable economic stay, this is it. The main house has a laundry, pool and hottub to use and lots of neat art there.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane Wimmer W., wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Spell binding boulders!
Awesome mountains and skies. Katherine was great. And the casita fit in the boulders beautifully. We totally enjoyed our stay. Perfect location
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry O., DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and eclectic property
The property is amazing with fantastic views. The pool and hot tub are outstanding. The Casita is very nice and has everything you need. Katherine is very accommodating as a host and provided all sorts of nice touches like a bottle of wine in the fridge along with other beverages. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Annette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The property was located perfectly for hiking, shopping, dining.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carefree AZ
Beautiful area, efficient, great hot tub & pool area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torrin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Very nice place tucked into the mountain.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rocked!!
Property was amazing, secluded, quiet, provate. Views were spectacular and the host Katherine was awesome to deal with. Will stay again 👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place in Carefree
Wow!! What an amazing property! Nestled in the stones and rocks, this place is an architectural delight. The whole neighborhood is actually… The views are epic, the interior and exterior design capture the Arizona spirit, and the quirky history of the house furthers it’s intrigue. This place feels alive and integrates with its natural surroundings in a very pleasant and surprising way. Kat is an awesome host and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND staying here if you’re in the area. We’d love to come visit again soon! Cheers!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had to stay longer!
The check in and checkout were so simple - communication was easy and the host was incredibly accommodating and responsive! The property itself is stunning and conveniently located for everything we had on our agenda - relaxing (do not skip the hot tub), off roading, hiking and eating good food! We loved it so much we extended our stay 3 days!! So many little touches - welcome basket, coffee and creamer, comfortable bed! Absolutely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!
The property was a 50 on a scale of 10! Everything was provided….even liquid creamer! It was immaculate. The property had breathtaking views. Host was easy to reach and thought of everything! Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023