Quaint Studio Suite in Midtown, w outdoor patio /kitchen, fenced yard
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
This is a quaint studio suite converted from the master suite of a private main house in the Rillito neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona. It has its own private entrance and a fully fenced private yard, set within a quiet, established 1950s working-class neighborhood near the Rillito River walk and River Park. The property sits near the mountains and a river, making it a low-key base for exploring Tucson's desert surroundings.
Rooms & Layout
The studio includes a queen-size bed, a dresser, and a large bathroom with a tub/shower combination. A small indoor kitchenette is complemented by an outdoor covered cooking and patio area equipped with an apartment fridge, microwave, single pot burner, toaster oven, coffee pot, convection broiler, and a George Foreman grill. Guests should note that since the studio shares two walls with the main house, some muffled noise may occasionally be heard.
Amenities
Key amenities include air conditioning, an ironing board, a full kitchen setup (split between indoor and covered outdoor space), an outdoor grill, and smoke-free interiors throughout. The home is pet-friendly, though pets require pre-approval if they are cats, and pets may not be left unattended in the fenced yard. A shared washer and dryer with cleaning supplies and a vacuum are available in a nearby utility room from 8am to 8pm.
Dining & Nearby Food
Ciao Down Pizza Studio is just steps away at 597m, and Le Rendez-vous, a French restaurant, is a short walk at 400m. Trident Grill II, a bar and grill, is about 1.7km away, while a wider range of American, Italian, and Mexican dining -- including Culinary Dropout, Locale Neighborhood Italian Restaurant, and Catrinas Mexican Restaurant & Bar -- is reachable within a few kilometers by car.
Location & Surroundings
Two bus stations, Alvernon/Kleindale and Fort Lowell/Sycamore, are both within a five-minute walk (251m and 295m respectively), making it easy to get around without a car. Tucson International Airport is about 17km away. The area offers access to hiking, mountain biking, and ecotours, with Sabino Canyon, Saguaro National Park, Pima Air and Space Museum, Tucson Convention Center, and Rillito Park Horse Racetrack all within reach for day trips.
Best for
This studio suits couples or solo travelers seeking a quiet, self-contained space, as reflected in its queen bed and compact layout, and it is well-suited to pet owners thanks to its pet-friendly policy and fully fenced private yard. It also appeals to travelers who value cooking their own meals, given the indoor kitchenette and fully equipped outdoor cooking patio, and to those wanting easy bus access without a car.
Travel tips
Two bus stations are within a five-minute walk (Alvernon/Kleindale and Fort Lowell/Sycamore), so guests without a car can still get around Tucson easily. Since the studio shares two walls with the main house, light noise may occasionally carry through, so light sleepers should plan accordingly. The shared laundry room near the carport is only accessible from 8am to 8pm, so time laundry loads within those hours.
What guests say
Guest feedback for this studio is overwhelmingly positive, earning a 4.9 rating from 16 reviews. Recurring commentary points to the space being well-suited in size and comfort for two guests, suggesting the compact studio layout and private patio setup meet expectations well for couples or pairs of travelers. No significant recurring complaints are noted in the available excerpts.
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