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Welcome to Golden Cactus Family Vacation Home, your perfect family getaway in Phoenix. Unwind in the backyard oasis with a pool and plenty of seating for relaxation, or have hours of fun in the game room. With shopping and restaurants down the street and just 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, this home offers convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12233 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room

  • Welcome to the Golden Cactus Family Vacation Home - your perfect family getaway in Phoenix!

    ​​​​​​​This beautiful home sleeps up to 12 people, making it an ideal spot for a multi-family vacation or holiday gathering.

    Relax and unwind outdoors with a backyard oasis that includes plenty of seating around the pool, and a huge grassy area with play set. The game room is the perfect place for hours of entertainment and fun!

    The best part? You'll find lots of shopping, restaurants, and entertainment right down the street. Plus you're only 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport as well as Scottsdale, so getting here couldn't be easier.

    Be sure to book your stay at The Golden Cactus Family Vacation Home today - you won't be disappointed!

    No Pets. No Smoking on premise.

    Pool provided as an amenity and is NOT HEATED.

    The game room and kitchen look onto the resort backyard.
    Down the hall on the east side of the home in this popular split floor plan design, are 3 bedrooms. A supersized room with 3 queen beds and a TV, a King Sized bedroom with TV and an office/bedroom with an easy to use pull out sofa bed. These share a large hall bath with double sinks and tub/shower combination.
    On the west side of the home is the Master Suite. King Bed, resort backyard views and a giant TV. The space bath is as luxurious as they get, separate double sinks and an incredible soaker tub, walk in shower and closet too.
    Inside is a full laundry room, super fast wifi and a 2 car garage. There is also ample parking in the driveway.
    The backyard oasis comes complete with a sparkling pool, outdoor covered dining for 6, spaces to lounge and get some sun and a beautiful outdoor living room. This massive yard has a large grassy area for yard games and a super fun play swing set for the kids.

    Book this now and start making memories on your trip to Arizona. No Pets. No Smoking on premise.
    South Mountain Park & Preserve
    At over 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park and Preserve is one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Start a visit at the South Mountain Environmental Education Center, hike, bike and ride more than 58 miles of trails, or follow the road to the top of the mountain for spectacular views.
    You can also find some unexpected attractions like Mystery Castle , or check out some nearby dining after a hike.
    Every Sunday, South Mountain observes "Silent Sunday," where the park's main roadway will be closed to motor vehicle traffic at the one-mile mark into the park from 5 to 10 a.m. on the first, second, third and fifth Sunday; and from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. (park operating hours) on the fourth Sunday. During those times on those days, the park's roadways are reserved for non-motorized activities such as walking, cycling, jogging, hiking, etc.
    Trails
    Dobbins Lookout
    Horseback Riding
    South Mountain Environmental Education Center

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,504 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in South Mountain, a neighborhood in Phoenix, this vacation home is near a water park and in the mountains. Biltmore Fashion Park and Chandler Fashion Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tempe Town Lake and Desert Botanical Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Field or Mortgage Matchup Center. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Phoenix travel guide
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Phoenix, AZ

What's nearby

  • Mortgage Matchup Center
    Mortgage Matchup Center
    16 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Chase Field
    Chase Field
    16 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Phoenix_PhoenixConventionCenter_502320_02
    Phoenix Convention Center
    16 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Phoenix_ArizonaStateUniversity_502344_06
    Arizona State University
    17 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Arizona Grand Golf Course
    14 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • 24th Street - Jefferson Station
    9 min drive
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Circle K
    20 min walk
  • Burger King
    19 min walk
  • Circle K
    20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room located?

Located in South Mountain, this vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Raven Golf Club and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Salt River. Chase Field and Phoenix Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Family Getaway! Sleeps 12, Pool, Playground, Game Room Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nik P.

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

Great Stay

We have absolutely nothing negative to say the stay was great. The rooms were a good size. Everything was clean. The pool area was protected 10 out of 10 a great stay. Would definitely use again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Beautiful home!

Home was beautiful, clean and comfortable! Decorated so nice! Plenty of towels and blankets! We had a great little vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Spring break

Great house, very clean. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Excellent

I really enjoyed this house! It was perfect for my family and the kids really enjoyed all of the indoor and outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relax and swim

The time we spent was worth the cost. Our grand children spent 12 hrs a day swimming! We relaxed and enjoyed the family.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta D.

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

Perfect for all stays

We traveled from frozen MN to sunny AZ to celebrate my brother’s January birthday. The layout and amenities were exactly what we needed. There were so many great features to praise including the quiet office space, large bedrooms/shared spaces, the pool table, ample dishes for cooking a group meal, throw blankets for chillier nights, and so much more. Let’s not forget the pool, it was the cleanest I’ve ever seen!! (we couldn’t use because of the cold)Bring your family, friends, and kids. This location is a top pick!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Excellent

The house was beautiful and very accommodating. The only downside was that the pool was very dirty at the beginning because they had just had a massive storm a couple days earlier but when I reached out to them, they sent someone the next day. We were able to enjoy the pool for one day of our two night stay. The management company was quick to respond to any questions and the check in and check out process was super easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome B.

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

Pleasant Experience

Overall we loved our time here. The check in process was quite simple. The house was beautiful and felt more like home than a vacation rental. Although we did not meet or communicate with the owner, the management company was awesome. They made everything from checking in early to staying another day a breeze. Yes, we loved it that much we extended another day with just a simple text message. There were a few things around the house that needed some touch ups but could easily be overlooked. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Wedding Stay January 2024

Our family was very pleased with our stay. The only disappointment was the lack of the outdoor play structure that was pictured and advertised on the web site. Instead of the play structure there was a simple swing set. One of the reasons that we booked this location was because of the play structure as we have an autistic grandchild and this structure would have been helpful for her. It was an added bonus that the pool had a protective enclosure which was not pictured on the web site and so that was an added bonus! The residence was clean and comfortable and we would stay again. It would have been nice to have the pool heated as it was chilly and rainy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

We will return!

The house was beautiful and clean! When we walked in it looked exactly like the pictures and we felt immediately at home!! The beds were comfortable and we had plenty of room for the party that we had staying there. Communication with the homeowner was amazing and extremely efficient! I noticed there were two things that were a little misconstrued and they came out fixed them and it was no problems! I really liked the level of dishes and stuff in the kitchen, it made making meals easy. Of course our favorite thing was the pool, and the backyard had plenty of space for all of us to be comfortable even in the hot sun! The best thing for us was the location, as it was only 3 mi from the rest of the family that we were visiting there. I hope that in the future will be able to rent this home again!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wesley K.

Liked: Check-in

The Not So Golden Cactus

The place was decent. Plenty of space and the beds were comfortable. Good size backyard. We had a group of three adults staying for a six day work week. There were issues during our stay. Upon arrival the pool was green and unusable. We called the mgmt office and someone shortly thereafter arrived to clean it. Through the stay the water never looked clear or clean enough to use even after the cleaning. It was murky. In comparison the neighbors pool that was crystal clear blue. Halfway through the trip the gas was shutoff because of an unpaid balance. We couldn't use the gas stove for meals as we had planned and purchased food for and there was no hot water. Called the property mgmt and they said it would be taken care of the next day but that didn't happen. Two days after the gas was disconnected it was turned back on. This was the afternoon before our checkout. When the gas company turned the gas back on they couldn't get the water heater on because of a broken part on the water heater. The mgmt company sent a plumber who said a part was broken and he didn't have the parts to fix. So we didn't have hot water for the remainder of our trip. Through all the issues the mgmt company was timely to returning our calls. At the moment, we have a message left with them about a compensation adjustment for the inconveniences. This was something they said would occur when the gas incident happened. This was my first VRBO experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Excellent

The house was beautiful and very accommodating. The only downside was that the pool was very dirty at the beginning because they had just had a massive storm a couple days earlier but when I reached out to them, they sent someone the next day. We were able to enjoy the pool for one day of our two night stay. The management company was quick to respond to any questions and the check in and check out process was super easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clea A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is no place like home. This vacation home is a home away from home. I’m returning in July for my Grand mother’s birthday and checking the availability now. 5 stars and many more.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was a great choice close to the PHX Convention Center. The boys loved the pool and pool table. Overall the place was clean and had all the amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful golf vacation. Rental was as advertised. No issues. Would stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

BETH K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Everything in good condition except the bed in the 4th bedroom/office
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine B.

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

Excellent

Very nice And enjoyed the property Will definitely recommend.Everything was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Family vacation

Great place! Will book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aston S.

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

Perfect vacation home

We came out to AZ for a golf trip and this home delivered us exactly what we needed. Everything was in perfect shape and the beds were very comfortable. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

South Mountain

Our family from all over the country came together to celebrate our granddaughter’s college graduation. This home worked great for us. Had plenty of room for everyone and the pool and backyard were great. Thanks for making our celebration special.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Amazing house!

Our entire family enjoyed our 5 day stay in this home. The house was decorated very nicely, beds were comfortable, kitchen was fully equipped and the pool and game room were lots of fun. We didn’t realize there would be a safety gate around the pool but were happy it was there as our 2 yr old grandson was obsessed with the pool. We have stayed at many houses in AZ and this house exceeded our expectations and is by far one of the better homes we’ve stayed at. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Iesha R.

Amazing

This property was amazing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy M.

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

Large beautiful home

The home was large and great for the bridal party who stayed there. We had plenty of space to lounge and hang out. Plenty of mirrors for getting ready. Great communication with the host. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Loved it

Booked this house for the location to everything. Didn't need to rent a car. Ubers were cheap. Store is a mile away. We seriously walked a few times. Pool is perfect! Who ever gets the house after us has a full tank for the gas grill lol you're welcome. Seriously. Loved this house and will book it again next time we are in Phoenix. Also hiking at south mountain was easy and beautiful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie A.

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

Family event

The house was perfect for a family with children.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022