Sonoran Star — twilight pool scene with lit cactus fountains, string lights, and saguaros under a desert sunset
North Scottsdale · Selected Work

Sonoran Star.

A single-level desert retreat on two and a half private acres — saltwater infinity pool, your own pickleball court, cactus fountains that light up at dusk, and the kind of sunset Scottsdale doesn't apologize for.

5 Bedrooms
9 Beds
14 Guests
4.94 63 reviews
I.
The house

Quiet desert, loud sunsets.

The drive in is the last quiet stretch — past the saguaros, off the main road, onto two and a half acres at the edge of where Scottsdale lets the desert win. The house is long and low and entirely on one level. The neighbors aren't close. The sunset is.

Inside, an open great room runs the length of the back, glass turning into the pool deck. A chef's kitchen with a double oven, a large dining table that seats eight under the lights, two lounge areas with big-screen Smart TVs and a fireplace between them. Five bedrooms — the primary suite with a king and a soaking tub, three more with queens, a fifth set up for the kids with bunks and a daybed.

The backyard is where Sonoran Star earns its name. A saltwater infinity pool with a spa beside it. A private pickleball court — no waiting for the public hour. A fire pit lounge for after dinner. A full outdoor terrace with loungers and umbrellas. Cactus fountains lit blue at dusk, string lights overhead, and a sky that does the talking. Star, the way the word should land.

What's here

All of it, kept ready.

i.The backyard
  • Saltwater infinity pool and spa — heat available on request
  • Private pickleball court — no public hour
  • Fire pit lounge with full seating
  • BBQ and outdoor dining set
  • Furnished terrace with loungers and umbrellas
  • Cactus fountains lit blue at dusk
  • String lighting overhead, mountain and desert views
  • 2.5 private acres — neighbors out of sight
ii.The house
  • Single level — no stairs
  • Five bedrooms, three full baths
  • Primary suite with king bed and soaking tub
  • Open great room running the length of the back
  • Chef's kitchen — double oven, large fridge, coffee & tea bar, cocktail set
  • Two lounge areas with big-screen Smart TVs and fireplace between
  • Dining for eight overlooking the pool
  • Streaming: Netflix, Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Prime, Roku
  • Room-darkening shades in every bedroom, washer in unit
iii.For groups
  • Sleeps 14 across 9 beds
  • Designed for families, golf trips, multi-family
  • Bunk room set up for kids: bunks + daybed with trundle
  • Indoor arcade and pool table
  • Ping-pong, foosball, cornhole on the lawn
  • Stargazing — dark skies, no nearby light pollution
  • Driveway parking for 10 — RV and boat welcome
  • On-site EV charger
iv.Tended care
  • Stocked at arrival — linens, paper, coffee, basics
  • Walked before every stay by our local team
  • Self check-in via smart lock
  • Concierge reachable 24/7 — real people
  • Tee-time and restaurant arrangements on request
  • Grocery pre-stocking available
  • Pool and spa heating coordinated before arrival
  • Private chef and in-house massage on request
The neighborhood

Tucked away, close to everything.

Sonoran Star sits on two and a half private acres in the North Scottsdale foothills — far enough back to feel removed, close enough that the famous Scottsdale courses, Old Town, and the airport are an easy drive. The trails start practically out the gate.

  • Troon North Golf Club≈ 11 minutes
  • Pinnacle Peak Park≈ 14 minutes
  • TPC Scottsdale (WM Phoenix Open)≈ 16 minutes
  • McDowell Mountain Regional Park≈ 15 minutes
  • Old Town Scottsdale≈ 25 minutes
  • Sky Harbor (PHX)≈ 40 minutes
Sonoran Star — backyard with pool, pickleball court, and desert landscape
Availability

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Pick your dates below. Reservations are managed directly through Tend — your trip is held the moment you confirm.

Need a longer stay, multi-property, or a private event? Write us directly.

House notes

The small print, said plainly.

Check-in / out

Check-in 4 PM (self-serve via smart lock). Check-out 10 AM. Early or late on request — we'll do our best.

Pool & spa heating

Heated on request. Please tell us at least two days before arrival — heating runs $125 per day, with a three-day minimum.

Dogs welcome

Up to two dogs ($150 per stay). No puppies, must be fully house-trained. Crate provided. Just mention them at booking.

Verification

Quick ID verification and a signed rental agreement before arrival — the same process you'd see at any luxury vacation rental.

Events & parties

Quiet enjoyment for booked guests. No commercial events. Small gatherings with prior approval.

Long stays welcome

Stays of 28 nights or more are welcome — just ask. Luggage drop-off for early arrivals on request.

Property safety

Exterior security cameras on the driveway only — no interior or backyard cams. Smoke and CO detectors throughout. The outdoor grill runs on a propane tank we provide; refills during your stay are the guest's responsibility.

EV charging on site

On-site EV charger included with the stay. Just plug in when you arrive — no extra charge.

Who you'll reach

A real person, every time. Issues during your stay are handled by our local team, not a help desk.