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Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee)

Villa in Carefree with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Consider a stay at Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee) and take advantage of a firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

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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 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee)

Very private Casita with amazing views. Gorgeous private pool/ hot tub built into the boulders. Optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht. Famous Carefree house, where Orson Wells made his last movie. Built on boulders. One mile from the famous Buffalo Chip and Harrols Saloon.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

Map
Carefree, AZ

What's nearby

  • Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Boulders Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • One To One Primary Care - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Desert Forest Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - 23 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spa Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee) located?

Situated in Carefree, this villa is within 1 mi (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 mi (3 km).

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Private casita with optional Sunset Cruise on Private 48ft Yacht (addtnl fee) Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place. Clean and comfortable. Will return and recommended to others to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Little Casita

I cannot say enough good things about this place and Katherine as a host! You can tell that she puts a lot of thought and effort into making this place feel so welcoming and making guests feel at home. I stayed here while I was on a trip for work and it really felt like a nice little escape. The casita is very private and has all the basic amenities you could want! Not to mention the pool and hot-tub are lovely and very well maintained. Thank you Katherine for being such a kind and welcoming host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane Wimmer W., wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Todd I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

6/10 Okay

Darrell E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cramped

Need a new mattress, palace to sit down to get dressed or undressed, less clutter, have maintenance check furnace it was extremely loud and ran off and on constantly. Appreciated back patio Britain’s water, washer dryer, The linens were nice. Thanks Darrell Val
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Taya J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful property!

The property was beautiful. Casita was cute and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 Stars – A Unique Desert Retreat with Incredible Views

We recently stayed at this Casita in the Cave Creek/Carefree area and had a truly memorable experience. This region is one of our favorite vacation spots, and the scenic views from the property did not disappoint—sunrises were stunning, and the patio offered a peaceful place to relax with shade in the afternoon and a nice breeze throughout the day.The Casita is well-suited for two people, with plenty of parking and a cozy layout. While the pool and hot tub are shared, we used them daily and always felt comfortable. Our host, Katherine, was thoughtful and made a clear effort to ensure our privacy, which we really appreciated. We didn’t cook during our stay (there are so many great restaurants nearby), but the Casita is equipped with a BBQ, cooktop, microwave, and a fridge stocked with helpful staples—including a welcome bottle of wine, which was a lovely touch.The property has an eclectic charm, and while the Casita is a bit dated (built in the early '70s), it was clean and functional. That said, a few updates could make the space even more comfortable and inviting.Overall, this is a peaceful and well-located retreat with character, great amenities, and a host who truly cares about her guests. A solid choice for couples looking to unwind in the desert.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piece of Paradise

Great location, private and peaceful Hostess was wonderful. Great sunrises Carefree and Cave Creek towns were interesting and charming. Would return in a heartbeat
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carefree

1st time in Carefree win be back lots to do great location and Sunrise and Sunsets were worth the stay
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing/hiking

Great location for drives/access to countless trails/parks/spring training games.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice location

The location is great and the casita is very private and well appointed. The patio area was very private and relaxing. However the pool/hot tub being private is a little misleading since it is right outside the hosts home, which for us was a little awkward. WiFi was great in the living room but weak most other places which for work was a little frustrating. The door lock was unpredictable but luckily the neighborhood is safe so we left the patio slider unlocked so we could get in.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

dean k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for 1st time in arizone

we found the ultimate place for exploring the area. we were able to walk to carefree, and base camp for a couple road trips to Sedona , old Scottsdale and Goldfield ghost town (all worth the drive). Lots of good restaurants in Cave creek. Try Tonto's at the golf course.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This is our second time staying. We love it here. Kathryn is a great host and the place is clean and quiet. Cave creek is a great place to uang and this place is close
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Abby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

2/10 Terrible

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Barry O., DC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The property was located perfectly for hiking, shopping, dining.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024