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The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A.

Family-friendly vacation home in Tucson

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Close to University of Arizona, The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A. provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A.

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located 3,000 sqft home 2 blocks from U of Arizona. Perfect accommodations for UA events and Gem Show.

Located in historic Sam Hughes neighborhood, this 2004 construction offers historical location ambiance with the comforts of 21st century construction and modern amenities. 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with stylish decor and spacious interior spaces.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
• Check-out time is 12:00pm on your departure day.
• If you have used the BBQ please be sure to brush clean the grills. .
• Please empty trash into the large black trash containers in the alley and empty all recycling into the blue container on the east side at the front of the house
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 fire extinguisher, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
AZ, Tucson

What's nearby

  • University of Arizona - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • McKale Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Arizona Museum of Art - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Centennial Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 10 min drive
  • Tohono Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Noodies - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A. 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 The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A. located?

This family-friendly Tucson vacation home is located in Midtown, within 1 mi (2 km) of McKale Center and University of Arizona. University of Arizona Museum of Art and Centennial Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The 1st Place - Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom home next to U of A. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Graduation 2025

Sandra and Kurt are incredible hosts! I have stayed here 3 times and cannot say enough positive comments! Great layout, spacious, stocked, clean, perfect location, wonderful patio, and more! Thank you for a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph g.

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

Gathering of old friends

Met in Tucson to see the U of A football game and enjoy this wonderful city. Our host and accommodations were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dal A.

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

Fantastic Experience!

The place was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The hosts were easy to communicate with and the location was amazing. It suited our needs perfectly. I would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Great house & location

The owners were great with communication. The house was very nice, clean, and well appointed. They have thought of everything. We were there to visit our son and attend a U of A game, so for that the location was amazing; we were able to walk!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

UofA final senior Mom’s weekend

This was our second year at this fabulous house, celebrating our wildcats! The hosts are the best! House is so clean, well equipped, and comfortable! The yard is spectacular! Coming back for graduation with the family. Can’t wait! Thank you, Kurt and Sandra!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Alumni reunion

5 UA grads getting together for a weekend in Tucson. Great location in Sam Hughes neighborhood. Easily walkable to campus for games. Great house with plenty of space and outdoor areas. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Fantastic Home

There were 9 of us in town for a 90th Birthday celebration, and although we were about 25 minutes away, we still had some time to enjoy the house, which was absolutely wonderful in every way possible. The house is beautifully decorated and comfortable and all the amenities were greatly appreciated. Fantastic kitchen with everything we needed and more. We will book again for the next family trip to Tucson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Large, well-appointed, spotless house. Great for a group. On-site parking is ideal for smaller vehicles, think Toyota Camry size. One thing to note, not all rooms are in the main house. The 5th bedroom and one of the full baths make up a studio unit above the garage (long flight of stairs). The neighborhood seemed quiet & safe day and night. There are sidewalks for easy walking. Lots of stores and restaurants nearby. Great location and great hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison m.

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

Excellent

Everything about this property was just as advertised in the listing - and probably even better. It's a great location for things in mid-town and even getting to the foothills is easy enough. Easy to walk to campus. Uber drivers are readily available. Having the garage was clutch as I wouldn't want to leave my car on the street. Sam Hughes neighborhood is a cool neighborhood to walk around and explore. The house was clean and well stocked. We broke a wine glass and let the owner know and it was no big deal. The outdoor space was super cozy and nice. We didnt use it as we were busy and it was a bit chilly. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Wonderful Experience at the 1st Place

This was our favorite VRBO ever and was perfect for Thanksgiving with six adults. The location in the Sam Hughes neighborhood was super convenient and close to everything we needed for a four-day holiday stay. The house was warm and welcoming, well-decorated, and well-furnished. The layout of the house allowed for the entire group to gather in several places, including the charming back patio, or to talk in pairs, or curl up in a corner away from the group. The kitchen was equipped better than many homes and Sandra even offered to buy spices if they didn’t have something we needed. Thankful for the laundry room, the garage, and the cute bedroom above the garage with a separate bath and kitchenette—all were put to great use. Sandra and Kurt were responsive before and during our stay. Great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023