Warm, comfortable ,and relaxing. The decor is really amazing and we loved having coffee on the patio in the morning sun.

Our winter here was unexpectedly wonderful, as it was only the second time we had stayed so close to the mountains. The green of the golf course and its towering trees added a cheery note. We even enjoyed the golfers, who livened up our daily view. The master bedroom especially was very comfortable and spacious. Altogether this was a cozy, comfortable stay in our favorite western city. Thanks to the Balamanes for their hospitality.

Wonderful place to “be home” while away and still have Great restaurants within minutes. Grill outside, great cooking easy inside if you don’t want to go out. Lots of room to spread out with a group or just hang out on a patio and watch the amazing sunsets. Great owners are readily available should they be needed. Can’t beat the location in Oro Valley.

This is really like being home in a beautiful setting. Everything you need in a home away from home is here. Full kitchen, charcoal grill, spacious living room, large dining tables, great bedrooms (with great beds!). Amazing sunsets, would confess we didn't see a lot of sunrises! And you can see the full moon over the mountains at night. And the owners are truly involved in making sure that your stay is as perfect as you imagined a holiday would be. We are returning soon! Loved the entire experience.

We have nothing but praise for this fabulous home away from the nor'easters that we would have experienced otherwise. The space was great, including a large 2nd bedroom. All of the appliances worked well (we have heard from friends renting elsewhere that this is not always the case). The serenity of sitting on the patio and looking at golf course + mountains + hummingbirds could not be beat. Plus, the house is decorated with amazing wall hangings. All the shopping one could want is within a mile or so, and it is only a short bicycle ride to access to The Loop -- a nicely paved path that encircles the city of Tucson. We will most definitely be returning!

We loved it! The views, the comfort, and the location made it a PRIME experience for us. We were close to our favorite restaurants, shipping, and golf. The amenities in this home were outstanding, and we felt very comfortable here. Hated to leave! Highly recommend this beautiful property! Also a stargazer's delight. Hope to return to this gorgeous home away from home.

This Oro Valley gem was a terrific place to spend time in the Catalina Mtns. The home is attractive, clean, comfortable, nicely laid out, and well stocked with everything (kitchen goods, bar ware, linens and sheets, as well as games and books). There is a shaded, spacious patio, which makes a great addition to the living space. We had meals outdoors and enjoyed the many birds, and grapefruit and oranges from the trees. The neighborhood is friendly and good for walking. The southern Oro Valley location is ideal. El Conquistador is close to shopping (Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Safeway) and many restaurants. There's also easy access to the bike path and numerous hiking trails. A great plus is the Oro Valley Community Center, which makes its facilities available to all -- so if golf, swimming and tennis interest you, it's close by and the rates are very reasonable. We also took advantage of the Oro Valley Library. The hosts, Karen and Cherif, were a pleasure to work with and extremely helpful and thoughtful. We will be back!

We’ve been renting many vacation rentals recently because we are relocating. We are a bit fussy and particular, and this was definitely our favorite rental. This is the first review we’ve written about a rental and it deserves one. Karen, the owner, is extremely easy to work with, very nice and responsive. Her place is clean, comfortable, and we didn’t want to leave. We were hoping her tenants after us had to cancel so we could extend our stay. My husband is quite the cook and said this was the best equipped kitchen he’s ever seen in a rental. That’s quite a compliment! We made a full Christmas dinner here. We really liked that everything was labeled so it was easy to find things. This owner realizes that you may not be familiar with her place. This rental is the perfect mix of feeling as if everything is there just for you, but knowing the owner comes frequently to check in and make sure everything is ok. It’s hard to find that balance in a rental and this one does it. It was great to have the desk to use as a workspace in the second bedroom. As a tennis fan, I was overjoyed to be able to watch the Tennis Channel! When we arrived there new high-quality towels. There are plenty of kitchen, bathroom and cleaning supplies. There are some books and games which is nice to have. It’s the little extras that make this rental stand out. This rental does not cut corners and really does feel like a home. The location is fantastic. I’m sure I’m leaving out other positives about this place because there are so many. We only wish we could have stayed until we relocate permanently! Thanks to the owners for everything.

This was my first VRBO experience and we loved it. The home is filled with everything you need. The location is fantastic, close to many great stores like Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Sprouts. This area does not feel congested at all. We were there to look for a second home and to feel the vibe in Oro Valley. This home was a wonderful retreat after many long days of house hunting. I especially loved the shower in the master bath and the towels they supply are not thin and junky!!! Bravo Karen!!!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at this comfortable Oro Valley home. The location was convenient to shopping, bike paths and hotel accommodations for out of town guests. (Note: the El Conquistador Hotel is undergoing renovation at this time, but remains open.) The home itself is very comfortable as the rooms are large. The master bed is soft and relaxing and the queen mattress in the guest room was rated quite highly by our guest of a week. The kitchen, though small, was easy to use with several cooks and it was exceptionally well stocked with cookware and dishes. The patio was comfortable with beautiful views of the mountains and the orange and grapefruit trees were amazing in their bountiful fruits with their just-off-the-tree freshness. The home is an older one and the owners have worked hard to continue to update and improve the contents (brand new dishwasher, for example!). The bathrooms still need updating and I considered taking off a star, but the owners are so helpful, everything works well, and we were very comfortable there, so I gave it a 5.

The accommodations were extremely comfortable with spacious rooms and a fantastic view of the Catalina Mountains. The patio home was fully appointed with everything one might need to enjoy an extended stay. The home was colorful and furnished in a Southwest design motif. The home owner provided numerous publications regarding area attractions and sightseeing adventures.

The 2-bedroom condo on the golf course at El Conquistador Hilton Resort in Oro Valley was a refreshing place to come back to after exploring Tucson in the heat of August. The decor was delightfully Southwest, beds were comfortable and supplies more than adequate. There was no neighbor noise at all, and my little toy poodle was very at home there too. Walking the dog on a leash was no problem, however she could sneak under the patio fence so we didn't leave her alone outside. The grounds were clean and folks picked up doggie litter adequately for the most part. It was frightfully hot mid-August (reached new highs that week!) so I would recommend cooler times to make the most of golfing the the area. We drove to Mr. Lemmon for an afternoon of much cooler temps at $8500+ elevation one day. All in all, I would recommend this condo for anyone who wants space and lots of sunshine, inside and out. Lots of opportunities to explore the more rugged attractions of the region, as well.

Our rental worked out well and the owner was good to work with. The descriptions and pictures were accurate: we loved the condo design, decorating, and the layout. This is a relaxing and quiet place. There was never any neighbor noise and golf course activity was minimal in May. The mountain views are gorgeous. We wish we could have stayed longer and hope to come back (North Carolina)

You will enjoy your stay....the location is great for golf, sightseeing, shopping, etc. The mountain views are wonderful. As noted by other reviews, the bedrooms are large. The townhouse accommodates whatever you bring with you. We were also fortunate to enjoy the sweet oranges and grapefruits. Karen is a delight and very responsive. Thank you Karen for sharing your home with us.

The townhouse is excellent and has a great location. There are nice views of the mountains from the patio. The house is decorated nicely southwest décor, has great amenities and is very well equipped. The property was very clean and well maintained. The two bedrooms are very large, and the beds comfy. The owners left excellent instructions and were a pleasure to deal with. The listing description and photographs accurately portray the property. The townhouse was a perfect setting for a trip to bring my mother back to visit family and friends in and around Tucson. My mother loved the large bed in the master bedroom and the spa tub in the adjoining bath. She has a hard time getting into most bathtubs as the sides were too high -- this tub was perfect. We would definitely consider returning to this townhouse for any future visits, and would recommend it to friends.