Wildflowers are blooming ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita ~ Villa Blanca Mariposa

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Grand windows let natural light in the inviting and warm living area

Plenty of seating in this 1921 living area

Blissful light bathes the living room from the floor-to-ceiling-window

Coved Ceilings, original lights, beautiful oak floors & a new custom sofa

Coved ceilings, graceful arches and warm furnishings at Villa Blanca

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona6 min walk
Arizona Stadium10 min walk
Tucson Convention Center5 min drive
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Villa Blanca Mariposa, perfect for a relaxing vacation with immediate urban amenities, well situated only two blocks from the University of Arizona, within a mile of the University Medical Center, near the Gem Show venues, and close to anything in Central Tucson. This charming 1920's bungalow home is located in Sam Hughes, a National Historic Neighborhood, has been recently lovingly updated, is bright, spacious and very comfortable.
This fully outfitted historic home has a complete kitchen with a gourmet stainless range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, all utensils and dishes. The dining room seats four, and boasts beautiful furnishings. All utilities are included; even cable television and high speed internet! There is a 42 inch flat panel tV in the living room and a 32 inch Smart TV in the Master Bedroom, a HE washer/dryer, and a wonderfully charming vintage bathroom - complete with luxury linens. Villa Blanca Mariposa sleeps two persons comfortably (up to four people) with a master bedroom that sleeps two (King size bed), and a half bedroom
which sleeps up to two guests on a Twin Trundle Bed.
With the gorgeous weather found in Tucson, the large rear patio can double as another living room, dining room and kitchen with comfortable patio furniture and a beautiful stainless grill.
Local vegetation are perfect for enjoying the birds and butterflies while sipping your morning beverage.
Well Behaved Pets may be considered. Smoking never permitted.
Villa Blanca Mariposa welcomes you to Tucson!

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Property manager

Erica K.

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Relaxing and comfortable southwest California Spanish 1920's bungalow Living

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tucson

Located in Tucson, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pima Air and Space Museum and UA Science: Flandrau are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pinery Canyon Loop and Children's Museum Tucson. Travelling with kids? Consider Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and Zocalo. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and cycling nearby.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

University of Arizona - 6 min walk
Arizona Stadium - 10 min walk
Rialto Theatre - 4 min drive
Tucson Convention Center - 5 min drive
Reid Park Zoo - 6 min drive

Getting around

Tucson Station - 4 min drive
Roy Laos Transit Center - 10 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 17 min walk
Panda Express - 18 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 19 min walk
Taco Bell - 15 min walk
Trident Pizza Pub - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildflowers are blooming ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita ~ Villa Blanca Mariposa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wildflowers are blooming ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita ~ Villa Blanca Mariposa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildflowers are blooming ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita ~ Villa Blanca Mariposa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildflowers are blooming ~ 1920's Sam Hughes Casita ~ Villa Blanca Mariposa located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and University of Arizona. McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

gracia s.

14 Apr 2024

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

Perfect Stay

Very beautifully remodeled, furnished and welcoming home in the heart of Sam Hughes. Everything in terms of kitchen needs was available. Amenenites including shampoo, lotion, towels or anything else possibly needed was generously provided. There was even coffee and tea. Check in was seamless. Perfect instructions. Erica was also the perfect hostess.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

6 Apr 2024

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

We’ll be back!

All the reviews on this place were spot on! This place was perfect! The yard to just relax it was a bonus! The host was on top of all communication. I am so picky when it comes to beds and this one was so comfy I fell right to sleep. We will be staying again!!! Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

27 Nov 2023

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

Great Place to visit your U of Arizona student

Great place and super quaint…… second time we have stayed here

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T., Mckinney, Tx

25 Oct 2023

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

Anniversary Getaway

Erica made us feel right at home in this 1920 pueblo. The home was very clean, full of charm and was fully stocked for our stay. She added personal touches that made our getaway even more special. We highly recommend this little home - we'd love to come back sometime and enjoy it all over again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Oct 2023

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

Great stay

We loved our stay. The house was just as advertised with personal touches just for us. There were fresh flowers too! The bedding was so luxurious and bath towels so fluffy. Walking distance to campus!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Erica K.

An entrepreneur by nature, I have enjoyed the freedom and flexibility that a self directed path can provide. I have loved to travel and annually embark upon both a beach vacation and an exotic destination in a far away continent - you will find exotic mementos from my travels adorn Villa BlancaMariposa and inspire the eclectic sampling of the world within. Growing up in Tucson in this very property, I wanted to name my special bungalow to honor my connection to my mother, my family and the heritage of the house, hence the name Villa Blanca which means white house - where my friends said I lived as a kid. While home in Tucson, I love to landscape, You will see me working on my properties tending to the mesquite trees, Peruvian apple cactus a native willow or assisting guests at Villa Blanca and other homes. I have always enjoyed cooking - entertaining friends and family and hosting many social events, and look forward to hosting you during your stay in Tucson!

Why they chose this property

My parents were renting the carriage house house in the 1960's while attending the University of Arizona. Reading an ad in the paper the original owners of Villa Blanca - had listed it for sale - it turned out to be my parents landlords - who enjoyed the young couple so - and sold it to my parents over another buyer. With the assistance of my Grandmother for a down payment, My mother and father moved to the front house and raised us girls - in 2010 Villa Blanca passed through the generations from my grandmother, mother and sister to my self - for me to share with you as Villa Blanca.

What makes this property unique

I love Villa Blanca with all of my heart - it is a beautiful home full of warmth and truly does hold every memory in life - Christmas trees, Easter bunnies, Thanksgiving Dinners, watching sesame street while laying on the living room floor, cartwheels in the front yard - giggling with friends - walking to school - having breakfast at Rincon market, bicycling to the UofA. Now it's your turn to make some memories and experience the warmth and love of a family home known as Villa Blanca.