Madera Canyon home w/ spectacular mountain view

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Dryer

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Explore the area

Madera Canyon, AZ

Madera Canyon4 min drive
Tubac Golf Resort46 min drive
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)51 min drive
Whipple Observatory Visitors Center52 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Fully Furnished 1 Bdr/2 Bath + loft in Madera Canyon surrounded by the Coronado National Forest. Fabulous porch with swing, glider and room to feed the whole family while watching hummingbirds at your feeder. One of a kind woodwork 'makes' this home. 1326 sf of indoor living space. Central AC/heat. Full kitchen. Property is walking distance to trailheads, picnic areas and favorite birdwatching spots. It all adds up to the best place for an extended stay in Madera Canyon.

If you are traveling with friends, please check out my property next door that sleeps 2. It's called Creekside Madera Canyon Cabin.

Please note: There is no TV reception (we do have a dvd player). Satellite Internet is provided (but may be slower than you are used to and is subject to weather outages). This is a remote property. Your cell phone will have limited connectivity in the canyon (Verizon works best, but we suggest you set up wifi calling on your phone). There is a landline in the cabin. While there are two gift stores in the canyon, the next closest businesses are 15 miles away. I recommend you get gas and stop at the grocery store before you drive into the canyon. Don't forget to buy a bag of sugar to make syrup to feed the hummingbirds!

Please note there is NO washing machine for guest use.

Property manager

Molly Elliott

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Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Not recommended for children under 10.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Small indoor pets only. Additional cleaning fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Follow Forest Service guidelines for fire danger. That may mean no open fires, outdoor BBQ or outdoor smoking in the canyon.

Watch kids and pets. Wildlife including bears, mountain lions, scorpions and venomous snakes may be found on property. Steep grades are fall hazards.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Patagonia

Located in Patagonia, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Air Force Facility Missile Site 8 and Titan Missile Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Historic Hacienda De La Canoa. Travelling with kids? Consider Whipple Observatory Visitors Center and Titan Missile Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Madera Canyon, AZ

What's nearby

Madera Canyon - 4 min drive
Tubac Golf Resort - 46 min drive
Whipple Observatory Visitors Center - 52 min drive
Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve - 83 min drive
Patagonia Lake State Park - 88 min drive

Getting around

Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 51 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Madera Canyon home w/ spectacular mountain view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Madera Canyon home w/ spectacular mountain view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madera Canyon home w/ spectacular mountain view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Madera Canyon home w/ spectacular mountain view located?

This family-friendly Patagonia holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Coronado National Forest and Mount Wrightson Wilderness. Madera Canyon is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

9 Jun 2023

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

Lovely to return

It was so lovely to return to this very special, unique and peacefully place. Although never a dull moment with the vast range of birds that visited our balcony, which included humming birds and even a wild Turkey. Not to forget the coatimundi!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

14 Apr 2024

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

Another Wonderful Stay At Hummingbird Hill

We had another great stay up in Madera Canyon at HH. It's really nice to see all the new improvements since our last stay. The new paved road to the house is greatly appreciated. We had a wonderful time with the birds and other wildlife at the house. It's a truly unique place to stay and take in the beauty of Madera Canyon.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin b.

13 Apr 2024

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

Another wonderful stay

This is perhaps our fifth visit to this property, and, as always, our stay was wonderful. The bird feeders were always busy and the sunsets on the deck a perfect way to end the day. We are already reserved for next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

1 Mar 2024

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

Serenity

Whether you come to Madera Canyon for solitude and relaxation, or to challenge yourself with all the physical activities that abound here, Hummingbird Hill is the perfect place to stay Gather with friends for a hike, or birdwatch from the amazing deck There's a happy place for all here. This was our 7th month-long stay here, and we are already planning for next year It's a very special place.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margot S., Lowell, USA

18 Sept 2023

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

Hummingbird Hill

We love being in Madera Canyon at Hummingbird Hill. It's a perfect place to watch the world go by, hike, bird, and launching out on day trips to catch that perfect picture of that one migrating bird not seen at home. Both houses on Molly's property are comfortable, well stocked and clean. There are of course frequent visitors: coatimundis, squirrels, and of course birds.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Molly Elliott

I spent summers in Tucson, Arizona with my grandparents as a little girl. They had a small cabin in Madera Canyon - one of only a handful of private homes - and my sister and I loved going there on the weekends and playing in the creek or hiking the trail to Mt. Wrightson. As an adult I have returned to visit my grandparents many times with my children to introduce them to the jewel that is Madera Canyon. The photo is of my grandfather blowing bubbles with my daughter off the edge of the porch.

Why they chose this property

In 1992 my grandparents built the current home which they nicknamed Hummingbird Hill. It sits at a high spot in the canyon which lends itself to beautiful mountain views, sunsets and hummingbird watching. It was their dream retirement home. I have recently inherited it and can't bear to part with it - not only because of the memories but also because of the unique building and location. My husband and I are not able to move to the canyon right now as we have jobs out of state, but hope it can become our dream retirement home as well.

What makes this property unique

The home itself was custom built by Richard Lansky. You won't believe the detailed woodworking. Take a careful look at the photo gallery. Richard still lives in the canyon and helps me with maintenance. The location is also amazing. Madera Canyon is a natural gem and it is minimally developed so you will have tons of opportunities to enjoy nature. The cabin is on private property but borders Coronado National Forest land on all sides. There are a handful of residents in the canyon and it is a popular weekend spot for people from Tucson so you will not be completely alone, but there's still plenty of space for solitude. I love some of the local businesses that rent out by the night, but this is truly the best place for an extended stay.