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Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Escape the ordinary at Casa Buena Vida, your idyllic retreat in beautiful Oro Valley. Enjoy a backyard oasis with a heated pool, golf croquet, and outdoor seating or cozy up by the electric fireplace in the family room. With amenities like fast Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen to explore games for all ages.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games

“Best Airbnb we’ve ever stayed in!” — Marlene, Feb 2025
“This is going on my list of favorites!” — Jacqueline, May 2025

Escape to Casa Buena Vida, your private desert retreat at the foot of the Catalina Mountains. Relax with panoramic mountain views, unwind by the heated pool, and enjoy endless indoor and outdoor games — all just minutes from hiking trails, golf, shopping, and dining in beautiful Oro Valley, Arizona.

HIGHLIGHTS
★Heated pool with loungers, outdoor dining & mountain views
★Game-filled living room + foosball, game console, and board games
★Fully stocked kitchen
★Cozy family room with reclining sectional, Roku TV & electric fireplace
★High-speed Wi-Fi and dedicated workstation
★Garage fitness area with stationary bike
★Free parking in garage or driveway

INSIDE CASA BUENA VIDA

Check in easily with keyless entry and step into comfort.
Recharge at the device station, play a few rounds on the interactive game wall, or relax in the spacious living area — perfect for family fun or quiet evenings in.

Kitchen & Dining
✸Gas stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave
✸Ninja Foodi (air fryer + pressure cooker), blender, toaster, mixer
✸Spices, oils, wraps, and more included
✸Coffee maker & tea kettle with starter supplies

Family Room
Gather on the plush reclining sectional, stream movies on Roku, or enjoy a fireside chat by the electric fireplace.

Sleep Well
✸Primary Suite – King bed, Roku TV, chaise lounge, walk-in closet, ensuite with dual sinks & walk-in shower
✸Queen Room – Queen bed, dresser, large closet
✸Twin/Game Room – Two twins (convertible to king), vintage board games, activity table, pack ’n play

Shared Bath: Tub/shower combo, fresh towels & toiletries included

Backyard Oasis
Soak up the Arizona sun in your private backyard escape — sparkling pool (Can be heated from October to April for $75 startup fee + $50/night), citrus trees, grill, dining area & lounge seating. Enjoy beautiful mountain views.

EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Adventure is right outside your door:
✸Hike Catalina State Park and other nearby trails
✸Bike or stroll along The Loop
✸Play golf at world-class courses nearby
✸Discover local shops, art, and family parks

EXTRA PERKS
✸Washer/dryer with laundry supplies
✸Garage game zone with foosball & fitness gear
✸Reliable Wi-Fi throughout the home

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
✸Booking is confirmed only after a valid photo ID is submitted and the Rental Agreement is signed within 24 hours of booking
✸All guests will be required to provide a security deposit of $500 in the form of a hold on a valid credit card.
✸Oro Valley License: STR00143 | Arizona TPT: 21512735
✸VRBO imposes a traveler service fee that can range from 6-15% of the total reservation cost. Those fees are imposed by and paid directly to VRBO for the use of their platform and services. Therefore, Casa Buena Vida does not have the ability to discount or eliminate such fees for reservations initiated through the VRBO platform..
✸If you need more space or alternative dates, check out our nearby property, Casa Serenidad, less than 2 miles away, which offers similar fantastic features.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Guests must provide a government issued photo ID, provide a list of all guests, and sign the Rental Agreement within 24 hours of booking.
A Security deposit hold of $500 will be placed on the credit card used for the reservation 3 days prior to arrival.
For Instant Book, guest must have at least 2 prior bookings through VRBO and a guest rating of at least 4.0.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Oro Valley, AZ

What's nearby

  • Oro Valley Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Oro Valley Marketplace - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Catalina State Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • El Conquistador Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Tucson Mall - 20 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 24 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪First Watch - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Buena Vida – Relax & Play | Heated Pool, Mountain Views, Games located?

This family-friendly Oro Valley vacation home is located in Rancho Vistoso, within 2 mi (3 km) of Oro Valley Hospital and Oro Valley Marketplace. Cinemark Century Oro Valley Marketplace and Catalina State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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