This standalone house sits on four quiet acres with long views of the surrounding mountains. Spend the day swimming laps in the heated pool, playing pickleball, or relaxing by the fire pit. The layout works well for groups, with a spacious kitchen, multiple patios, and even a riding arena if you're bringing horses. Evenings end with dinner outside and a soak in the tub under the stars.
• 3 well-appointed bedrooms:
⎯▹ Bedroom 1: 1 King bed w/ fireplace + en suite bath
⎯▹ Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed
• Fresh bedding + towels provided
• 2 full bathrooms
• Deep soaking tub + walk-in shower
• Fully stocked kitchen w/ gas range + double ovens
• Coffee maker, blender, toaster, walk-in pantry
• Indoor fireplace
• Separate dining area
• In-home washer + dryer w/ detergent pods
• Air conditioning + heating
• WiFi + smart TV
• Heated lap pool (fee applies)
• Poolside fire pit + lounge seating
• BBQ grill + pergola
• Private pickleball court
• Multiple patios + outdoor fireplaces
• Horse amenities: 2 stalls, 2 pens, full-size riding arena
• Paved circular driveway + covered parking
Experience Overview ~
• Heated pool with mountain views
• Private pickleball court
• Multiple outdoor gathering areas
• Full-size kitchen for group meals
• Horse-friendly with on-site riding arena
• Spacious, private 4-acre setting
Nearby Things to Do ~
✓ Black Mountain Trail ⎯▹ 6 min drive
Desert hiking with panoramic views from the top
✓ Downtown Cave Creek ⎯▹ 7 min drive
Bars, restaurants, Western shops, and art galleries
✓ Whisper Rock Golf Club ⎯▹ 6 min drive
Private golf in a Sonoran Desert setting
✓ North Scottsdale ⎯▹ 15 min drive
Golf, spas, shopping, and dining
✓ Spur Cross Ranch ⎯▹ 20 min drive
Protected desert preserve with hiking + wildlife
Nearby Dining ~
✓ Big Earl’s Greasy Eats (American) ⎯▹ 7 min drive
✓ El Encanto (Mexican) ⎯▹ 8 min drive
✓ The Grotto Cafe (Cafe) ⎯▹ 7 min drive
✓ Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbecue (BBQ) ⎯▹ 9 min drive
✓ Liberty Station (American) ⎯▹ 12 min drive
FAQs
➤ Can I heat the pool?
Yes — for an additional fee. Let us know in advance so it’s ready when you arrive.
➤ Can I bring horses?
Yes — the property includes stalls, pens, and a riding arena.
➤ Are events or photo shoots allowed?
No — this home is for registered guests only. No commercial use.
➤ Is the property gated?
Yes — private, gated entry with plenty of parking.
➤ Any wildlife to expect?
Yes — you may see goats and other desert wildlife on the property.
❤️ Meet Your Host
I’m Leah — I love sharing desert space that feels like your own private estate. Need anything? Just reach out anytime!
Your host,
—Leah
Guest Access
Full, private access to the main house, patios, pool, pickleball court, and horse facilities. Guests will use a gated entrance and park on the property.
Getting Around
You’ll need a car here — town, trails, and golf are all close but not walkable. The driveway fits five vehicles with extra covered stalls.
Guest Interaction
I’m local and available by message during your stay. I won’t drop by unless requested or needed.
Other Notes
• Check-in after 4 PM / Check-out before 11 AM
• Guests must be 25+ to book
• No pets, parties, smoking, or RVs
• Pool heat is optional at $75/night
• Max occupancy: 6 guests — no additional visitors
• Extended stays: utility cap and extra cleaning may apply
• Government ID + rental agreement required after booking
• Property is on septic — flush toilet paper only
• License: Arizona TPT #21472977
• Insurance + identity check required through third party
We require a signed rental agreement and a photo of your government-issued ID matching the payment method on file after booking.
Insurance and Guest Verification: As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, a mandatory insurance fee is included in your reservation cost. This insurance covers some incidents of bodily injury and some accidental damages. Please contact us if you'd like details on the coverage provided.
By moving forward and booking this reservation you give permission to the property manager to use a third-party service to verify your identity and check criminal databases to confirm your reservation.
Extended Stays
- For stays of 21 nights or more, there is a monthly cap of $500.00 on utility costs. The booking guest is responsible for utility costs incurred beyond this cap
- For stays of 28 nights or more, we may require a refundable deposit and an additional deep cleaning fee.
Cancellations: We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance at booking, as we are not able to provide refunds for cancellations outside of our policy for reasons such as flight delays/cancellations, weather, injury, or illness. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with our cancellation window. Please use this time to research the location with the provided address and finalize your travel plans. Refunds will not be considered outside of this window for any reason.
House Rules
- Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
- Parties and any disruptive events are strictly prohibited. Occupancy is limited to the maximum number of guests shown in the listing, and all guests must be included in your reservation. Violation of this policy may result in removal from the premises and/or removal from the booking platform. Refunds will not be considered in the event of a violation.
- The fee to use the pool heater is an additional $75/night.
- If a lockbox is used, failure to return the key(s) to the lockbox will incur a re-keying fee.
- No RV parking.
- Pets: No pets allowed at this time.
- No tape or adhesive is allowed to be attached to the walls.
- Please be a courteous neighbor. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- No smoking of any kind is permitted anywhere on the premises.
- No commercial photography or filming is permitted on the property. Tents or other structures may not be erected unless otherwise approved by the host prior to booking.
- Please treat the home as if it were your own, report any damages immediately, and leave things as you found them. Booking guest is liable for any damage to the property and agrees to accept charges to the card on file (if applicable) should damage occur during occupancy.
- If you happen to notice any kind of cleaning error or damage upon checking into the property, please make sure to notify us right away along with pictures so we can address it ASAP. Refunds will not be considered in the event of an unreported issue that we were not given the opportunity to address. By reserving our property you understand that while we do our best to ensure that the property is up to standard, please be aware that refunds will not be considered for ordinary wear and tear.
-Please only flush toilet paper when using the restroom as flushing anything else will cause damage to the septic system.
