Desert Oasis- North Scottsdale Home - Massive Backyard Gardens/Patios/Pool - Scottsdale
Desert Oasis- North Scottsdale Home - Massive Backyard Gardens/Patios/Pool - Scottsdale
Desert Oasis- North Scottsdale Home - Massive Backyard Gardens/Patios/Pool
10 Guests · 4 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 2250 + 1000 Sqft
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This is now an Entire Home listing in the Heart of North Scottsdale
-4 bedrooms(sleeps 8)
-Additional space for 3 on a sleeper sofa & a patio daybed.
- Lush gardens, patios, and an oversized diving pool (NOT heated, sorry).
-Theres a sauna in a private and remote nook in our yard. Enjoy meals al-fresco on the patios, why not pick some of our oranges or grapefruit to squeeze for juice :)
(We share whatever is in season from our yard and gardens with you).
We have 4 guest bedrooms, and each bedroom sleeps two (we have recently purchased new top-of-the-line mattresses for all our guest rooms - you wont be disappointed). Additionally there is a sleeper sofa in the family room making this home ideally suited to sleep 10.
This single family home could not be better located for easy access to the best that Scottsdale has to offer. It is situated between two major freeways for quick travel to the entire Phoenix and Scottsdale metropolitan areas, and it is only 2 miles from the Scottsdale Airport/Airpark area where you will find all the upscale and luxury shops and restaurants within almost walking distance. The Quarter and Kierland business and shopping centers are less than 2 miles from this home. The Westin is one mile and walking distance for those attending conferences there. Mayo Hospital and Musical Instrument Museum are 4 miles and an easy drive.
Almost an acre is populated by many fruit trees and every citrus variety imaginable (pomegranate, apple, fig, lime, lemon, kumquat, orange, tangerine, tangelo, grapefruit), and you are encouraged to sample them all! We are passionate gardeners, so please enjoy and share the produce. See the many pictures of the gardens. Definitely use the far infrared sauna, which is set in a remote and private nook under the sumac tree!
You will find a twin-size bed with regulation mattress as well as a beautiful and comfortable leather couch on one of the patios, and if you would like (during nice weather...or when there is an awesome thunderstorm!), you can even sleep out on the patio . At least choose to enjoy your meals on the patio at one of our rustic hand carved wooden tables. It is delightful. Bring a book to enjoy in the peace and quiet of the patio and gardens and listen to the birds sing. Enjoy the silence. It is magical.
Three of the four bedrooms have a television as well as the living room and the patio. Direct TV with its many channels is installed on all five TVs.
Entry into the home and all 4 bedrooms is without steps. There is one step down into the living room from the dining room and one step from the family room into the kitchen; however, it is possible to stay in this home without navigating any of the steps, so a wheelchair is easily managed.
The pool is huge and deep! At 35,000 gallons, it is 2-3 times larger than the customary home in;-ground pool. Because of its size, it is possible to swim laps around the circumference without ever touching the sides.
-4 bedrooms(sleeps 8)
-Additional space for 3 on a sleeper sofa & a patio daybed.
- Lush gardens, patios, and an oversized diving pool (NOT heated, sorry).
-Theres a sauna in a private and remote nook in our yard. Enjoy meals al-fresco on the patios, why not pick some of our oranges or grapefruit to squeeze for juice :)
(We share whatever is in season from our yard and gardens with you).
We have 4 guest bedrooms, and each bedroom sleeps two (we have recently purchased new top-of-the-line mattresses for all our guest rooms - you wont be disappointed). Additionally there is a sleeper sofa in the family room making this home ideally suited to sleep 10.
This single family home could not be better located for easy access to the best that Scottsdale has to offer. It is situated between two major freeways for quick travel to the entire Phoenix and Scottsdale metropolitan areas, and it is only 2 miles from the Scottsdale Airport/Airpark area where you will find all the upscale and luxury shops and restaurants within almost walking distance. The Quarter and Kierland business and shopping centers are less than 2 miles from this home. The Westin is one mile and walking distance for those attending conferences there. Mayo Hospital and Musical Instrument Museum are 4 miles and an easy drive.
Almost an acre is populated by many fruit trees and every citrus variety imaginable (pomegranate, apple, fig, lime, lemon, kumquat, orange, tangerine, tangelo, grapefruit), and you are encouraged to sample them all! We are passionate gardeners, so please enjoy and share the produce. See the many pictures of the gardens. Definitely use the far infrared sauna, which is set in a remote and private nook under the sumac tree!
You will find a twin-size bed with regulation mattress as well as a beautiful and comfortable leather couch on one of the patios, and if you would like (during nice weather...or when there is an awesome thunderstorm!), you can even sleep out on the patio . At least choose to enjoy your meals on the patio at one of our rustic hand carved wooden tables. It is delightful. Bring a book to enjoy in the peace and quiet of the patio and gardens and listen to the birds sing. Enjoy the silence. It is magical.
Three of the four bedrooms have a television as well as the living room and the patio. Direct TV with its many channels is installed on all five TVs.
Entry into the home and all 4 bedrooms is without steps. There is one step down into the living room from the dining room and one step from the family room into the kitchen; however, it is possible to stay in this home without navigating any of the steps, so a wheelchair is easily managed.
The pool is huge and deep! At 35,000 gallons, it is 2-3 times larger than the customary home in;-ground pool. Because of its size, it is possible to swim laps around the circumference without ever touching the sides.
What this place offers
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Hot Tub
Private Pool
High Speed Internet
Smart TV
Security Cameras
TV
Nearby activities
Golf
Miniature Golf
Tennis
Cycling
Swimming
Hotairballooning
Roller blading
Horseback riding
Suitability
Child friendly
Our home is suitable for children, but please be advised that our swimming pool, although locked off from the interior of the home, is not fenced or gated. Parents understand that it is up to them to supervise their children at all times.
No events allowed
Events are not allowed with the exception of pre-authorized SMALL gatherings such as a dinner party. We are very adamant about this. If you plan to have more than ten people in our home, you must get pre-authorization from us beforehand.
No smoking allowed
Absolutely no smoking is allowed inside our home.
No Parking
We have space for as many as 4 cars in our driveway, and because we live on an access road, not directly on Thunderbird, there is additional safe parking available in front of our home.
Meet The Host
Susan
Property Manager
David and Susan Speak have been welcoming people into their Scottsdale, AZ home since 2015 via "the other" rental platforms and have watched in horror as the fees for the guests especially climb each year. With over 700 successful reservations and 400 reviews as well as hundreds of special new friends who have traveled from all over the world to stay in their home, David and Susan are extremely experienced hosts. Join them in their tropical oasis located in the middle of the Arizona desert! You won't believe their beautifully landscaped grounds and outdoor living spaces!
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Member since: September 2022
Speaks: English
Response rate: 100%
Response time: within an hour
Location
City
Getting around
A car is necessary to enjoy our wide open spaces, although the public bus system is 1 1/2 miles away. Uber is also a great way to get around. We are very conveniently located to the major highways.
Directions
These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.
Check in
Check out
Guests
1 guest, 1 pet
Adults
Over 18 years of age
1
Children
0-17 years of age
0
Pets
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Policies and Rules
Check In: 4PM - Flexible
An email or message will be sent to the guest at 11:00 AM on the day of arrival describing the check-in instructions. We use a keypad on our doors, and the guest will receive the keypad code as well as other arrival instructions at that time.
Check Out: 10AM
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
The minimum age of 25 is for the primary renter.
Maximum occupancy: 10
No more than 10 people may sleep in our home. Additional people may be present, with prior approval, for small gatherings such as a family holiday meal or other small event.
House Rules
We expect our guests to behave as they would expect us to behave in their homes, with mutual respect and courtesy. Other than that, we expect them to thoroughly enjoy their time in Scottsdale in our home.
This home features a lush environment that comes with the trade-off for potential critters. By critters we mean everything that might live in our bushy backyard, such as moths, lady bugs, crickets, ants, geckos, flies, and mosquitoes during our rainy monsoon summer season and even resident bunny rabbits that sometimes visit us on the patio. We usually don’t have any complaints with bugs, but we like to disclose this info. Guests that stay with us agree to these terms and understand that no recourse will be taken nor a request for potential money reimbursement.
The pool is cleaned professionally once a week but due to the lush landscaping it's not uncommon to find leaves or other debris from the landscaping in the pool especially after windy periods. We do have a pool skimmer on site for your use if desired. ️
️No earlier/later check-in/out: Although we try to always accommodate our guests' requests, we will not be able to guarantee any flexibility on check-in/out times other than the ones already established in our house rules (Check-in at 4PM; Check-out at 10AM). No exceptions. We have to respect the schedule of our cleaning crew and how it impacts our other guests.
No smoking and no parties. One can walk out to the sidewalk in front of the house to smoke.
The Propane grill is there for your use and recreational enjoyment. As with all appliances and amenities, you will find it clean on your arrival, with the understanding it will be left clean after use. The propane tank is provided, and you may have to refill it if needed.
We do not allow anyone to play the piano. This is non negotiable. Thank you.
Please be aware that the water heater does take about 2-3 minutes to warm up the water for the showers. Instructions for the best hot water lever position are located inside each bathroom. It is counter-intuitive. Just be patient and it will work :)
Do not take the pool cleaning apparatus out of the pool, for it will cause very expensive repairs. PLEASE do not take the pool equipment out of the water. The repair will be in the hundreds of dollars! Yikes!!!
If possible please take out the Trash Bins (Dates of the week are sent in the welcome message) to the street sidewalk for trash collection. It would mean the world to us if you can help us out with this!
We provide a starter pack of toilet paper and paper towels. For longer stays (3 or more days), please expect a possibility of supplementing these items on your own.
By booking this AirBnb you agree that at any time a house rule is broken, the reservation is forfeited and there is no refund.
Thank you and hope you enjoy your stay in North Scottsdale.Not suitable for children and infantsNo smokingNo parties or eventsCheck-in is anytime after 4:00 PM
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Payment Policy
We accept credit card payments on Square as well as on PayPal. Additionally we accept Venmo and Zelle
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before check-in date. After that, no refund is given.
Notes
This is a home, not a hotel, so please respect the antiques and other furnishings. Lush garden spaces create a sophisticated "urban farm" feel, and the grounds are truly spectacular. Dogs and children are permitted to allow for a whole-family experience. Please note that there is a swimming pool and that you are responsible to carefully supervise your children.
*No smoking is allowed. Period. Not inside or outside. It is possible to walk out to the sidewalk away from this property for smoking.
*There is a zero tolerance policy for parties. We understand that it is an amazing experience to share the romantic ambiance in the patios at night but please be subdued and responsible and do not exceed the number of guests that was agreed upon. Parties will be shut down and guests asked to leave without reimbursement for remaining days.
* Please be aware that our pool maintenance person stops by every Thursday between 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. He will have access to the pool from the side gate of the house and leave after he is done. No need for our guests to do anything.
**Please read through our entire listing before you book with us to make sure we will be a good fit.
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