Guesthouse holiday rentals in La Joya

The Zendo Oasis. Your Private Resort in Tucson.

Discover the Zendo Oasis, your private resort in midtown Tucson. Don't settle for a sterile hotel room that can cost hundreds more. The Zendo offers a retreat atmosphere that will impress. Exercise in our full gym and luxuriate in an infrared or hot stone sauna! After, jump in the pool! Sip wine while enjoying evenings around a chiminea under starlit skies—lounge in the sun or shade on the deck or under louvered patios. The Zendo is close to the UA and downtown. Book now and escape the ordinary!

THE HILL HOUSE -Sea and Mountain views-

Perched on the mountain, the hill house with king size bed has three large windows and view deck that look out over the desert valley and the National Marine Park. The house is located at the end of a road which ads to the peaceful and quiet character of Cabo Pulmo, but is close enough and within a 10 minute walking distance to dive shops, restaurants and hiking trails. This unit has Starlink. The house is not set up for parties, loud music and children under 12 years old. Parking is on site.

Jewel of the South just steps from the sea

Joyita del Sur (Jewel of the South) is a private casita just steps away from a gorgeous beach on the Sea of Cortez. Watch both the sunset and sunrise from the beach! Q bed with foam mattress and soft linens. A/C and ceiling fans in both bedroom and kitchen. Ample closet space with shelves/hangers. Kitchen has stove, frig, microwave, toaster, electric kettle and all utensils. 20 minute drive to town on a rough road so a rental car is suggested. 2024 4-seater for rent, see “other” photos.

West-side Trailhead Retreat in the Sonoran Desert

2017 guest house in Tucson Mountain foothills adjacent to Sweetwater Preserve (14+ mi.s of trails: mountain biking, horseback, running, & hiking)! Enjoy the giant soaking tub, BBQ grill, sunsets & patio. A full kitchen, sitting area, bath & BR are downstairs (550 sq. ft.). Up a 90-degree ladder to BR/retreat space, wonderful for getaway views. Our property is a 3-acre lot w/ desert flora/fauna, stars, & quietness, yet only 10 mi. from UA. Horses add to the ambiance with a taste of ranch life.

Tranquil Bears Path Casita

This Property is truly a unique oasis in the desert! It is one of the few urban areas in Tucson that offers you the best of both worlds! A place to come home to and enjoy the quiet nights, plentiful stars, and walks among the the numerous Saguaros, Mesquite and Desert Pine trees. All while being right in the heart of Tucson's East side just minutes from shopping and restaurants! Our extraordinary place is close to Mt Lemon, Sabino Canyon, hiking, running, biking trails and riding stables.

Peaceful, Private Garden Casita

This little gem has it's own patio and private garden. It is a two minute walk to the beach - a wide, beautiful, & virtually deserted - lovely for swimming. Yet it is near the center of town, steps away from restaurants and outdoor activity providers. We appreciate that traveling during the pandemic can be daunting. We take cleanliness and sanitation most seriously. We have put a minimum of 2 days between guests. During that time, we will clean, sanitize and ventilate the property.

Casita De Cuervo

Casita De Cuervo is a beautiful detached casita. This spacious & quiet casita is very close to popular hiking trails and feels remote while being less than 15 minutes from I-25, NMSU, and both hospitals. This home has a full kitchen, king bed, open living room, work nook, bar stool dining, & much more. Dogs are welcome - there is an enclosed side yard with tall walls for your use. Enjoy the sunrise over the Organ Mountains on the back porch and breathtaking sunset views over the city.

Time Capsule in the Sonoran Desert

Time Capsule is a unique experience in an space age module dropped in the middle of an 11 acres desert sanctuary and sculpture park, adjacent to the Saguaro National Park. Enjoy the quietness of the desert in a safe environment located at just 35 minutes from downtown Tucson. Because of the refinement of the interior design we cannot accept any pet, service animal, nor children in the Time Capsule. Please note that check in is in person only and not later than 10:00PM. No exception!

Desert Peaks Casita

This lovingly remodeled casita just fifteen minutes from downtown Las Cruces is open, spacious, and comfortably equipped for any length stay. Take in the views of the mountains, watch the birds, or relax in the hot tub under the stars. Hike to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument via an arroyo from the casita, take a dip in the pool, or rest in the peaceful and tastefully decorated space. It is a perfect place for a quiet getaway or as a base to explore the area.

Cozy hideaway cottage in historic Ajo

Stay in a cozy, very private, window filled 500 sq. ft. hideaway cottage that is located on the property of a historic Ajo home. Located just 4 blocks from the gorgeous Spanish Revival town plaza, you can walk to Ajo's Visitors Center, art galleries, restaurants, library, and coffee shop or you can drive a mile to the Ajo Scenic Loop to savor and hike a portion of the pristine Sonoran Desert that rivals Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Let me welcome you to Ajo!

Tucson Poet's Studio

Tucson Poet's Studio was featured in Architectural Digest (10-1-2025) “50 Best Airbnbs Across the United States", New York Magazine (6-19-2015) “Taste the Flavors of Tucson” and LivAbility (7-6-2018) “Accessible Airbnb” *NEW* EV Charger! The studio shares the private, walled courtyard and pool with the main house where my husband and I live. Located in the Peter Howell neighborhood, a convenient midtown area close to everything (2.5 mi to UA, 5 mi to downtown).

Saguaro Courtyard Retreat near National Park

If you love nature this casita is just for you. Located 15 minutes from downtown and only a few minutes from stunning hiking and mountain biking trails in the National Park. The property is very much like a botanical garden with fruit trees filling up the back and a wide variety of succulents filling the front. The casita has its own private porch while the property shares two large communal patios with outdoor dining and a fire pit.