Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac

4.9

Outstanding(97 Reviews)

House in Tucson, AZ

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Welcome to the Gem on Hawthorne! This fun & quirky home shares roots with the world famous Tucson Gem & Mineral Show. Previously owned and designed by an original co-owner of the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, you will marvel at the unique characteristics of this home which exemplify the creative culture of Tucson. Your stay away is set on the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a great central Tucson neighborhood. Fabulous amenities are at an arm's reach. Enjoy the view of the Catalina Mountains from your doorstep. Relax in your private oasis with a sparkling pool in the spacious & lush backyard. Take in the experiences of what Tucson has to offer with this ultimate local's experience...

Keywords: 1600 sq.ft. single-family home w/ pool, pet friendly, family friendly, Tucson Gem & Mineral Show

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tucson, AZ

Nearby attractions

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

26.9 mi

Pima Air & Space Museum

10.7 mi

Saguaro National Park

27.6 mi

Reid Park Zoo

4.5 mi

££££

Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac

££££

4.9

Outstanding(97 Reviews)

House in Tucson, AZ

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tucson, AZ

Nearby attractions

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

26.9 mi

Pima Air & Space Museum

10.7 mi

Saguaro National Park

27.6 mi

Reid Park Zoo

4.5 mi

Reviews

4.9

Outstanding(97 Reviews)

5.0

Aug 2024

House was as advertised. Every thing worked and was clean. Host was responsive.

5.0

Aug 2024

We had a fantastic stay! What a beautiful home with wonderful history! So many lovely details to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Everything was very clean and tidy. New fluffy towels for bathroom and pool area. Kitchen was well appointed. Lots of room for all of us. And we appreciated the pool on these very hot days that Arizona is known for. We will definitely be back! Thanks so much! 🙏💕

5.0

Aug 2024

Timely, responsive, clean, functional, safe, comfortable

5.0

Jun 2024

We stayed for a weekend in the summer. The house AC worked great and the pool was amazing. This home is very well decorated and stocked. The water pressure was great and the beds were all very comfortable. There is ample parking including covered parking. The property has great privacy and is located on a col de sac. Lovely back yard that our doggies enjoyed. I would highly recommend this place. We will stay here again for sure.

5.0

Apr 2024

We (self, spouse, and 2 adult children) stayed at this property for 5 nights, April 3 - April 8, 2024. The property was very clean, comfortable, and well decorated and appointed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and felt very much at home. It was perfect and I can't think of any needed improvements. We would happily stay there again. Laurie

5.0

Apr 2024

Really nice house, just as described.

5.0

Mar 2024

We had a short stay at this central-east side house in late winter. Found it as advertised, clean and convenient, suited our needs well.

5.0

Feb 2024

Spent the week here with my parents, husband and 7yo son, everyone loved the retro vibe of the house, and while the pool was a lil cold for me (it was February) that didn't stop my son from using it and having a great time! Ron stopped by the house 1 day to check on the pool and provided us with a lot of great things to do in the area. The location was great, was close to just about everything and was a nice quiet neighborhood. We will definitely stay here again in the future!

5.0

Feb 2024

We were here for 19 wonderful nights during the annual Tucson Mineral and Fossil Show. The house was immaculate, the kitchen amazing, the beds comfortable. Ron, the property manager, was very helpful. This is a very special property with an interesting history. We look forward to our stay in 2025!

5.0

Jan 2024

VRBO should let you rate without leaving a written review.

5.0

Oct 2023

We really enjoyed our stay at this unique and funky house, clean, comfortable, great back yard. Even good bike storage in the breezeway. The Kitchen is even better than the photos, nicely stocked with equipment and spices. Much appreciated. Loved the history of the "Gem House". My husband said it's one of his favorites and we have stayed in a ton of VRBO's around the world in some amazing places. But, he was just that comfortable there that he ranked it super high. Thanks for preserving the this mid century gem.

5.0

Aug 2023

This was a great place for family to stay as we moved our sophmore into the forms Great house and the pool was fabulous Nicely furnished, comfortable befs, and grrat location Host was very acvomidating and responsive We will be back Go Wild Cats

5.0

Aug 2023

The property was so nice and the few times I had questions I was answered quickly! Definitely a great place in Tucson!

5.0

May 2023

Great property

4.0

Apr 2023

This neighborhood was quiet, maybe a bit sketchy. Watch when driving, stop signs at crossings were not obeyed… almost got t-boned. House itself was awesome….retro vibe. Anyone over 5’6 will not like the showers,,,, very low. Solar heated pool…. Misrepresented …. No solar cover…. No solar heat even with the lovely weather. This house was close to everything we wanted to do. Easy to get in touch with the owner!!!

5.0

Mar 2023

Clean, comfortable home with great amenities. The pool was great and the house had everything you could need for your stay.

5.0

Mar 2023

Property was excellent and our host was particularly helpful

5.0

Feb 2023

This was an excellent space--so easy to get to places we wanted to visit. Necessary stores nearby. Great place for our two dogs, as well. The dog space has plenty of room, so they could run around. It was quiet. And it was well-stocked with what we needed to do our own cooking when we wanted. Would highly recommend this property! Thank you!

5.0

Feb 2023

Large spacious, three bedroom, clean property. Beautiful decor. Amenities were greatly appreciated. Comfortable bedrooms.

5.0

Oct 2022

House was very clean and neat, great location and owner was very easy to deal with. Highly recommend

5.0

Sep 2022

Hosts were very helpful through entire process! Very well equipped home! Cozy! Backyard is great!! Definitely will be coming back!

5.0

Aug 2022

I was having a birthday during the week we were moving in the the dorm at UA with my son. Having a pool in the backyard was my present to myself for the week! The house was beautiful and comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

5.0

Aug 2022

Terrific house beautifully maintained

5.0

Jul 2022

Best weekend of my life

Best weekend of my life

This is a beautiful property with all the amenities. Ron the caretaker is awesome. I didn’t need hand holding but the owners are available if you need them. Very cool property. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks for making my weekend that much more special

5.0

Jun 2022

Cute place

Cute place

House is super cute and extremely clean. Beds and furniture were very comfy. Easy to get in and owner was very responsive (when I texted I was there; I didn’t need anything during my stay).

5.0

Jun 2022

Great little oasis in the city

Great little oasis in the city

Check in was easy even when we requested to do so early. House had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable. Lots of upgrades to a vintage house (it is adorable). Lots of outdoor seating and shade. Aside from the pool, the grass and huge shade tree helped to keep us cool too. Would definitely stay here again.

4.0

May 2022

pool house

pool house

House was nice for a small family get together, pool is nice and house has a good sized kitchen open to the table for family dinners.

5.0

Apr 2022

Loved every minute

Loved every minute

It is a home, more beautiful than many and more comfortable than most. It is well-equipped with everything you might expect and then much more. We hate to leave.

5.0

Mar 2022

Great experience!

Great experience!

This was our first vacation rental experience and it couldn’t have been better! Clean home, quiet cul-de-sac location, and the hosts thought of everything! We felt right at home! When we had a question during our stay, the host was super quick to respond and was very kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!

5.0

Mar 2022

This VRBO is truly a "Gem"

This VRBO is truly a "Gem"

Wow! This house was definitely more than we imagined. Being familiar with Tucson we wanted a location near UA and downtown. Both are an easy15-20 minute drive. Close to any shopping that needs to be done.. Pleasantly unique with a great view of the Catalina mountains. Very clean and well equipped including modern appliances. Big back yard (loved the pool cabana). The pool is not heated and was a little too cold to use (March). Roomy and comfortable inside. We frequently took walks in the neighborhood area. Ron (the manager) was very helpful/prompt in answering any questions. If/when we visit our Tucson relatives in the future this will be our number 1 'go to' place. Dominic E.

5.0

Feb 2022

As Advertised & Reviewed by Others

As Advertised & Reviewed by Others

Great house in quiet neighborhood. House was exactly as advertised and reviewed by others on Yelp. Super clean house, too. We enjoyed our stay and will be back!

5.0

Feb 2022

Quiet, clean with everything we needed

Quiet, clean with everything we needed

Beautiful home and back yard in convenient location. We enjoyed relaxing and watching hummingbirds in the quiet back yard. Pool still too cool this time of year but still lovely to sit by. House was super clean and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!!

5.0

Feb 2022

Sweet and cozy mid century home.

Sweet and cozy mid century home.

Lovely mid century at the end of a cul de sac in walkable neighborhood. Large fenced yard perfect for dogs and kiddos. Well stocked kitchen: blender, baking pans, drip coffee maker, large/small pots, plates, cups, wine glasses and lots of cutlery. Plastic ware for pool side use. Plenty of dish and laundry soap, toilet paper, cotton swabs and balls. Lovely high quality soft bedding, pillows and cozy mattresses. Fluffy towels and wash cloths. Living room furnature very inviting and cozy. It was very clean on arrival. My only complaint is the highly perfumed plug in air fresheners which we decomishioned right away (the house had no odors once aired out so their use unnecessary). This is one of our most comfortable rentals yet. To top it off the mountain view is spectacular from the living room window! The yard is securely fenced: the front by chain link and back a high block wall. This was perfect for our dear dog who loves being outdoors. It also provides privacy for backyard reading or pool use. It was too chilly to swim in January and February as the pool is solar heated but in summer it would be great. There is a nice covered back patio and a large oak that provides shade and habitat. The property manager was pleasant and never intrusive. I did not need to contact him outside of check in and departure as the house is so well stocked and maintained. A few necessary repairs were shared with him at departure and he said he'd take care of them right away. We are grateful to have found this little gem. Thanks to the owners for sharing it and hiring such great staff. It was hard to leave! Hopefully we can return next year.

5.0

Jan 2022

Fantastic property, Great Location

Fantastic property, Great Location

The property was in excellent shape— spotless, well stocked with all the amenities we could possibly need, really well maintained and interesting! Communication with the owner was prompt and easy. The location is central to everything. Highly recommend!

5.0

Dec 2021

Roomy, quiet cul-de-sac location

Roomy, quiet cul-de-sac location

This property was even better than it looked online! Extremely comfortable beds/furnishings. Lovely, private backyard. The home sits on an extra large lot, which increased the feeling of privacy. It was somewhat cold and rainy during our visit, but we were snug in this gorgeous home. My husband and I are originally from Tucson, and are gem and mineral dealers. We enjoyed staying in this home originally owned by a founder of the gem show. Don't forget to look at the chimney when you drive up!

5.0

Dec 2021

Best in Tucson

Best in Tucson

This was such an incredible property! The pictures don't do it enough justice. Everything was super clean and the decor was super unique. My entire family enjoyed everything about the house. The owner was very nice and communicated quickly utilizing emails and texts. I couldn't have asked for a better place to relax and take in the surroundings than this property. I will absolutely be back and will probably stay longer because it is such a great place. Totally blew me away, I highly recommend to anyone traveling to Tucson!!

5.0

Dec 2021

Beautiful Home

Beautiful Home

What a great house! It is decorated beautifully and has everything you may need for your stay. The backyard is delightful and comfortable. I would definitely recommend a stay in The Gem House!

5.0

Oct 2021

Perfect location/Very comfortable

Perfect location/Very comfortable

Our family travelled from Washington State to attend the U of A football game against the UW Huskies and visit our grandaughter who is a new student at U 0f A. The home was located central to all activities. We even managed to visit Saguaro National Park. Our 12 & 15 year old grandchildren loved the pool.

5.0

Oct 2021

Great place

Great place

This home is so unique i will go back just to stay there. And the host are great as well. Must stay if your in tucson.

5.0

Sep 2021

Perfect Location

Perfect Location

The home was perfectly situated for a tour of U of A and the chance to get to know the area better. The house is nicely outfitted and very comfortable, and the owner/property manager was very responsive and thoughtful. We would stay here again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tucson?

The average price for a rental in Tucson is £152 per night. This rental is £66 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac. 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 Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac. Enjoy the water!

Is Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tucson, AZ

Nearby attractions

Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac

House in Tucson, AZ

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tucson, AZ

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tucson?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Central Tucson home on quiet cul-de-sac pet friendly?

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