Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita | Cottage in Tubac

10.0 (73 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Tubac Cottage | Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita

1 Bedroom Cottage in Tubac

Pedro Herrera Casita, Est. 1857
The premier historic rental property in Tubac, this charming territorial-style adobe casita, built in 1857, was home to the village’s first postmaster, Pedro Herrera. Unfortunately, Pedro and the rest of the residents were forced to flee the town for Tucson in 1861, due to repeated raids by Cochise's Apaches out of the nearby Santa Rita Mountains. The first postmaster never returned to Tubac. Today, the Pedro Herrera Casita has been lovingly restored and updated by the current owner, an internationally known novelist. It offers a comfortable, romantic retreat with all the modern conveniences, including central heat/air conditioning, and evaporative cooler, Roku streaming service, and wireless internet connection. A complimentary signed copy of one the owner's novels is offered to renters upon check-in.
Set on a terraced and beautifully landscaped half-acre lot, shared by the owner’s residence, the casita is shaded by old-growth deciduous and fruit trees and is only minutes from the Santa Cruz river and the Anza Trail, offering wonderful walking, hiking, biking, and birding through magnificent old-growth cottonwood and mesquite forests. Less a desert landscape than it is a riparian one, the area is a favorite vacation destination for birders who come to see the incredible diversity and fecundity of both resident and migratory species.
The 750-sq. foot casita is furnished in Colonial-style antique furniture, and includes one bedroom/one bath; a queen sleeper sofa; fully-equipped kitchen; separate laundry room with washer/dryer and utility sink; brick patio with gas grill and umbrella-shaded dining table. Although only steps from Tubac’s lively shopping streets, the Pedro Herrera Casita is its own private enclave, offering our guests tranquility and serenity in an Old World atmosphere.
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Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita is located in Tubac. Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Tubac has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Tubac, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee grinder
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 750 sq ft (70 sq m)
  • English
  • French
  • In the mountains
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Anna D.
Aug 26, 2025 02:49:57 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: It was an authentic French country cottage experience. Quiet, charming, artistic and pleasant.
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