North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool
4.7
Outstanding(22 Reviews)House in Carefree, AZ
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
SONORAN OASIS
A sprawling 3 bedroom, 4,700 ft2 two-story residence sits on an acre of private land in Carefree, AZ. It is located in the heart of North Scottsdale’s tranquil golf resort area, just west of the famous championship Desert Mountain Golf course and Tonto National Forest.
You are a mere 5 minutes from the popular night life in Cave Creek, which boasts live music, dancing and rodeos. Being close to some of the regions best golf courses, such as Boulders, Grayhawk, Wildfire, TPC Scottsdale and Troon North, rounds off your exceptional holiday.
You may choose to just chill in the resort like back garden; luxuriating in the jacuzzi, BBQing, basking in the sun, roasting marshmallows in the fireplace under the stars, or playing a large selection of board and garden games. The modernist Eame’s style, second story viewing deck, real Bermuda grass, gym, RV parking and grand piano set this house apart.
- Salt water pool and jacuzzi
- Table tennis (garage)
- Gas and charcoal Weber grills
- Outdoor fireplace (wood burning)
- Bermuda grass (real!) large play area for garden games
- RV parking space
- 3 car parking spaces outside
- Indoor gas fireplaces (2)
- Telescope for star gazing
- Grand piano (6’1”)
- 80" TV den; 65" TV master bedroom; TV in gym
- Apple TV, Direct TV, Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime
- Airplay surround sound music system
- Gym: spinning bike, elliptical, power plate, weights
- Cox internet & WiFi
- Jetted spa bathtub
- Pillow top king-sized mattresses
- Bathrobes, pool towels and amenities
- Water softener
The property is set within one acre of mature garden, replete with Saguaro cacti, colourful desert flowers, real grass and sunset views to the mountains. The back garden features a covered North facing deck, which has table seating for 6+, chaise lounges, sofa daybed, lounge chairs, large swing and portable sun shades. The salt water pool has a beautiful natural stone waterfall and is private (out of public/neighbour’s view); it can be heated for an additional fee. The jacuzzi is heated year-round and is easily controlled by an internal panel. There are Weber gas and charcoal BBQ grills. The house has an upper deck to enjoy mountain views, sunsets and starry nights through a telescope. The back garden also has an outside fireplace, citrus trees and an area with real Bermuda grass for kids (and adults) to play. Inside you find a gourmet kitchen, 2 gas fireplaces, 3 en-suite king bedrooms, a gym and a grand piano.
BEDROOMS
All bedrooms have highest quality pillow top King sized mattresses, fine linens, goose down duvets and goose down pillows, bathrobes, hair dryers, beach towels and amenities. All bedrooms are large, carpeted for comfort, and each contain an ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, sofa, desk and a lighted magnifying makeup mirror. One guest room has a full-sized sleeper sofa, which can cosily sleep an additional 2 people.
The master bedroom has a gas fireplace, sitting area, long sofa, and a 65" Smart TV. The master’s large ensuite bathroom has a spa bathtub with jets, two sinks, makeup mirrors, and a bidet. The master also has a door to the second story balcony, which has a large sofa, sun umbrellas and a romantic swing.
SITTING ROOM
The gas burning fireplace has a chiselled white Quartz surround with a solid flagstone mantel and hearth. All furniture in the ground floor common areas is designer, Italian leather, or bespoke. A 6’1” grand piano graces the sitting room, which has wonderful acoustics. A large round table is ideal for board and card games. Audio wise, there are built in or surround sound speakers throughout the house that can be controlled by Apple Air Play.
KITCHEN
The kitchen is fully kitted and you should want for nothing. Appliances include a microwave, 2 conventional ovens, bun warmer, 6-burner gas cooktop, electric cooktop, Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer (with ice-maker), 2 dishwashers, filter coffee maker, Nespresso coffee maker, and garbage disposal. There are ample dishes, cutlery, glasses and pots and pans. The double kitchen sink has an RO filtered water system. The kitchen island is ideal for serving buffets or just sitting watching the cook. The large dining table comfortably seats 8.
GYM
The gym has a rubber floor and includes a Schwinn spinning bike, Sole cross trainer (elliptical), Power Plate, various hand-weights and bench, pull-up bar, large exercise ball, and various Pilates kit. The gym also has a TV with Apple iTV.
NORTH FACING SHADED VERANDA
The covered north-facing aspect offers the best of both worlds, as you can get the sun by the pool and grass area, but easily escape under a covered and shaded veranda. The second story deck offers views of the Sonoran desert, amazing desert sunsets and mountains with deer, bobcat, coyote, javelina, and dozens of bird species.
PARKING
There is patio parking for 3 cars just outside the garage. There is also an RV parking space by the garage.
LOCAL ACTIVITIES AND REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS
The house is a 5 minute drive to the iconic Tonto National Forest and 5 minutes to the hiking trails of Black Mountain and Spur Cross Ranch. The famed Lake Bartlett is within 20 minutes and is ideal for jet skiing, swimming, fishing and boating. Boats can be rented at the lake. Pre-Columbian Indian ruins are within 15 minutes, and you are within 25 minutes of the center of Scottsdale. For those who want to try their luck or take in a concert, the Talking Stick Casino is 30 minutes away.
For the horse lover, nearby Spur Cross Stables (5 min) and MacDonald’s Ranch (15 min) offers horses for trail riding, as does MTM Ranch (15 min) in Tonto National Forest. If you prefer something more mechanical, the Flat Tire Bike Shop in Cave Creek (5min) offers bicycles to rent.
For the golf aficionado, the house is just minutes from top ranked North Scottsdale golf resorts Boulders (5 min), Grayhawk (15 min), Desert Mountain (3 min), TPC Scottsdale (20 min), Troon North (12 min), Legend Trails (5 min), Vista Verde (20 min) Sunridge Canyon (30 min), Kierland (25 min) and many more.
If you want to venture further afield, the house is 2 hours to scenic Sedona; about 3 hours to the Grand Canyon and 4.5 hours to Monument Valley and Las Vegas.
NIGHTLIFE
The nearby western town of Cave Creek (5 min) is known for an active night life, live music, dancing, fine restaurants, art and wine festivals, rodeos, and Navajo boutiques. Cave Creek's Buffalo Chip has live rodeos every Friday night.
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* contact owners for pool heating fees.
A sprawling 3 bedroom, 4,700 ft2 two-story residence sits on an acre of private land in Carefree, AZ. It is located in the heart of North Scottsdale’s tranquil golf resort area, just west of the famous championship Desert Mountain Golf course and Tonto National Forest.
You are a mere 5 minutes from the popular night life in Cave Creek, which boasts live music, dancing and rodeos. Being close to some of the regions best golf courses, such as Boulders, Grayhawk, Wildfire, TPC Scottsdale and Troon North, rounds off your exceptional holiday.
You may choose to just chill in the resort like back garden; luxuriating in the jacuzzi, BBQing, basking in the sun, roasting marshmallows in the fireplace under the stars, or playing a large selection of board and garden games. The modernist Eame’s style, second story viewing deck, real Bermuda grass, gym, RV parking and grand piano set this house apart.
- Salt water pool and jacuzzi
- Table tennis (garage)
- Gas and charcoal Weber grills
- Outdoor fireplace (wood burning)
- Bermuda grass (real!) large play area for garden games
- RV parking space
- 3 car parking spaces outside
- Indoor gas fireplaces (2)
- Telescope for star gazing
- Grand piano (6’1”)
- 80" TV den; 65" TV master bedroom; TV in gym
- Apple TV, Direct TV, Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime
- Airplay surround sound music system
- Gym: spinning bike, elliptical, power plate, weights
- Cox internet & WiFi
- Jetted spa bathtub
- Pillow top king-sized mattresses
- Bathrobes, pool towels and amenities
- Water softener
The property is set within one acre of mature garden, replete with Saguaro cacti, colourful desert flowers, real grass and sunset views to the mountains. The back garden features a covered North facing deck, which has table seating for 6+, chaise lounges, sofa daybed, lounge chairs, large swing and portable sun shades. The salt water pool has a beautiful natural stone waterfall and is private (out of public/neighbour’s view); it can be heated for an additional fee. The jacuzzi is heated year-round and is easily controlled by an internal panel. There are Weber gas and charcoal BBQ grills. The house has an upper deck to enjoy mountain views, sunsets and starry nights through a telescope. The back garden also has an outside fireplace, citrus trees and an area with real Bermuda grass for kids (and adults) to play. Inside you find a gourmet kitchen, 2 gas fireplaces, 3 en-suite king bedrooms, a gym and a grand piano.
BEDROOMS
All bedrooms have highest quality pillow top King sized mattresses, fine linens, goose down duvets and goose down pillows, bathrobes, hair dryers, beach towels and amenities. All bedrooms are large, carpeted for comfort, and each contain an ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, sofa, desk and a lighted magnifying makeup mirror. One guest room has a full-sized sleeper sofa, which can cosily sleep an additional 2 people.
The master bedroom has a gas fireplace, sitting area, long sofa, and a 65" Smart TV. The master’s large ensuite bathroom has a spa bathtub with jets, two sinks, makeup mirrors, and a bidet. The master also has a door to the second story balcony, which has a large sofa, sun umbrellas and a romantic swing.
SITTING ROOM
The gas burning fireplace has a chiselled white Quartz surround with a solid flagstone mantel and hearth. All furniture in the ground floor common areas is designer, Italian leather, or bespoke. A 6’1” grand piano graces the sitting room, which has wonderful acoustics. A large round table is ideal for board and card games. Audio wise, there are built in or surround sound speakers throughout the house that can be controlled by Apple Air Play.
KITCHEN
The kitchen is fully kitted and you should want for nothing. Appliances include a microwave, 2 conventional ovens, bun warmer, 6-burner gas cooktop, electric cooktop, Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer (with ice-maker), 2 dishwashers, filter coffee maker, Nespresso coffee maker, and garbage disposal. There are ample dishes, cutlery, glasses and pots and pans. The double kitchen sink has an RO filtered water system. The kitchen island is ideal for serving buffets or just sitting watching the cook. The large dining table comfortably seats 8.
GYM
The gym has a rubber floor and includes a Schwinn spinning bike, Sole cross trainer (elliptical), Power Plate, various hand-weights and bench, pull-up bar, large exercise ball, and various Pilates kit. The gym also has a TV with Apple iTV.
NORTH FACING SHADED VERANDA
The covered north-facing aspect offers the best of both worlds, as you can get the sun by the pool and grass area, but easily escape under a covered and shaded veranda. The second story deck offers views of the Sonoran desert, amazing desert sunsets and mountains with deer, bobcat, coyote, javelina, and dozens of bird species.
PARKING
There is patio parking for 3 cars just outside the garage. There is also an RV parking space by the garage.
LOCAL ACTIVITIES AND REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS
The house is a 5 minute drive to the iconic Tonto National Forest and 5 minutes to the hiking trails of Black Mountain and Spur Cross Ranch. The famed Lake Bartlett is within 20 minutes and is ideal for jet skiing, swimming, fishing and boating. Boats can be rented at the lake. Pre-Columbian Indian ruins are within 15 minutes, and you are within 25 minutes of the center of Scottsdale. For those who want to try their luck or take in a concert, the Talking Stick Casino is 30 minutes away.
For the horse lover, nearby Spur Cross Stables (5 min) and MacDonald’s Ranch (15 min) offers horses for trail riding, as does MTM Ranch (15 min) in Tonto National Forest. If you prefer something more mechanical, the Flat Tire Bike Shop in Cave Creek (5min) offers bicycles to rent.
For the golf aficionado, the house is just minutes from top ranked North Scottsdale golf resorts Boulders (5 min), Grayhawk (15 min), Desert Mountain (3 min), TPC Scottsdale (20 min), Troon North (12 min), Legend Trails (5 min), Vista Verde (20 min) Sunridge Canyon (30 min), Kierland (25 min) and many more.
If you want to venture further afield, the house is 2 hours to scenic Sedona; about 3 hours to the Grand Canyon and 4.5 hours to Monument Valley and Las Vegas.
NIGHTLIFE
The nearby western town of Cave Creek (5 min) is known for an active night life, live music, dancing, fine restaurants, art and wine festivals, rodeos, and Navajo boutiques. Cave Creek's Buffalo Chip has live rodeos every Friday night.
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* contact owners for pool heating fees.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Carefree, AZ
Reviews
4.7
Outstanding(22 Reviews)5.0
Great property in carefree. Excellent backyard with pool and spa…bbq etc. Well appointed kitchen and great beds.
Proximity to airport and road is no issue , very quiet and private.
Recommended for sure.
5.0
The home is beautifully designed, clean, cozy and offered extra amenities like throw blankets in every room, beach towels, etc. The kitchen is well appointed and made meal prepping a breeze. We traveled with our teens and 2yr old and we all found something to enjoy. The backyard oasis is amazing. During our stay, we went horseback riding, rented ATVs, mountain bikes and made a trip to the Grand Canyon. Marie is a phenomenal host and ensured we were well taken care of. We were sad to leave and look forward to a return trip!
5.0
This property is truly a home first..
And is equipped as such.
Very tastefully decorated with a modern point of view ..
The back yard is a wonderful sanctuary…
Go !
5.0
We are regular VRBO renters. This home was perfect for what we were looking for. There were plenty of places to sit and relax outside when not taking a dip in the pool.
The kitchen is fantastic plus gas and charcoal BBQs (our fave). More equipped than any other VRBO rental kitchen we have stayed in and perfect because we like to cook.
There are some fun bars and restaurants nearby and were not disappointed in any we visited.
We did 2 hikes and 3 mountain bike rides, all different and all gorgeous within a 15-20 min drive. We rented mountain bikes in town.
Our hosts Marie and Ivar made us feel very welcome.
Not ready to leave this beautiful part of the country but will be back.
5.0
How lucky we were to call this beautiful property home for a week. Stunning architecture, decorating and property. Easily the cleanest and most organized home we've ever stayed in. Absolutely everything we needed and wanted. Spent so much time in pool, hot tub and back yard. Great location for golf, hiking and restaurants. Communication, check-in and out seemless and easy. Fingers crossed that we will come back to Marie's lovely home.
5.0
If I give this property a 6 I would. My wife and I have stayed at numerous high end VRBO properties and this at the top. Gorgeous interior, comfortable with all the amenities. Saltwater pool and spa outstanding. Chef kitchen, and so much more. You won’t be disappointed.
5.0
Marie is a fabulous host. She was available 24/7 for questions and went out of her way to make sure our stay was wonderful. Unfortunately while we were in Carefree, the weather was cold and rainy. Marie’s home was the perfect place to enjoy when we couldn’t be outside. It felt like a 5 star hotel. We were sad to not be able to experience the gorgeous back yard and hope to return again in better weather to take advantage of it.
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed renting this property for our family of four. Communication with the host, check in and house cleanliness were all top notch. Would definitely rent again.
5.0
I have rented multiple vacation properties all around the country and none have been as advertised. This beautiful property and home was not only what we were expecting but more. From the simple but elegant architecture to the most inviting landscape in the area. Close to everything you would ever need, yet perfectly placed outside of the big city. Quiet, relaxing and a piece of your own tranquil paradise! Marie was one of the best hosts and very promptly replied when we had any questions about how things worked. If you are looking to enjoy yourself and discover arizona without worry, this is the place! Can't wait for the next trip! Thanks again to Marie for making this vacation a the most relaxing and memorable ✨ time. Five stars across the board. Dont look any further if you want the vacation rental experience of a lifetime.
4.0
The property was great. The location was great and the back yard was amazing. We had a great stay and would stay again.
5.0
Our family of 5 absolutely loved our stay in Cave Creek at Velvet Shadows. As seasoned VRBOers we can honestly say that this house was a true gem. The backyard was incredible and offered everything that you could ask for in a vacation rental. Beautiful scenery, well maintained heated pool and spa, ample seating with an outdoor fireplace and a ping-pong table as well. We spent more time at the rental house than on any of our previous vacations just to enjoy the back yard setting. The interior of this home is also immaculate. It's well equipped with everything to make us comfortable and felt right at home. As mentioned in other reviews the owners do have some personal belongings at the house which helped remind us that we were guests in this special home and we treated the home with total respect as you could tell how much the owners loved it. We would definitely stay here again.
2.5
We loved our stay at Velvet Shadows. The house is immaculate, spacious and well-stocked. Private yard with beautiful landscaping, fireplace, ample seating, patio heaters, ping pong table, and resort-style pool and spa. Host was very responsive and helpful. Location was ideal for day trips north to Sedona and trips into Scottsdale in the evenings (although you may never want to leave the yard). Plenty of shops, restaurants and hiking trails within 5 miles of the home. We will definitely be booking this home again!
0.5
We’re not told on the website that we would be sharing closet space with the owner. All cupboards and drawers in main bedroom filled with owners clothes ( some dirty laundry). Were instructed by owner’s partner to use closet in hallway. Closet in 2nd bedroom also filled, we had to clear out baby equipment from the closet to the third bedroom. In order to unpack for a 3 week stay Toilet commodes designed for kids. Kitchen cabinets filled with misc China, bowls etc. No room for food storage.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Carefree?
The average price for a rental in Carefree is $495 per night. This rental is $1,354 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool. Enjoy the water!
Is North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at North Scottsdale Private Luxury Resort with Saltwater Pool?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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