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    10 Phoenix Snowbird Rentals You Need To Book Now For This Winter

    William Stupp
    July 25, 2022

    Phoenix is the nation’s fastest growing big city, a fact that speaks to its increasing appeal to people of all stripes. And yet Phoenix still doesn’t feel like an overly crowded place despite its tremendous growth. It is a sprawling metropolitan region, to be sure, but an abundance of undeveloped mountain sides, large parks, and nature preserves give the city a wilder feel compared to comparatively large cities. The nearness of the open desert beyond the ever-expanding urban limits helps as well.

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    Spending a few months in Phoenix can be a bridge to unforgettable experiences. The city itself has a great number of attractions in the form of museums, events, and restaurants. For those keen on the outdoors, there are excellent opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. But one of the best reasons to stay in Phoenix is the city’s position as a gateway to the unparalleled beauty of the American Southwest. 

    There are countless opportunities for day trips but the city is also a great place from which to launch a longer trip to see some of the region’s stunning national parks. The Grand Canyon is just one of many!

    Time is running out for snowbirds to secure lodgings in Phoenix for the upcoming winter. To facilitate your journey to this sunny city, here is a list of 10 properties available for month-long rentals this winter season.

    Home Amongst The Cacti$358/nightly avg

    Enjoy the sun, scrub, and sand from this secluded home in the desert outside Scottsdale. It is a beautiful Spanish home amidst a sea of cacti criss-crossed by dirt roads. The owner of the property lives nearby but the area feels quite remote. That said, the Mayo Clinic is just a 10-minute drive away. Every corner of the house is stunning, from the exposed timber frames to the carpets and tile floors. The home has two bedrooms, mountain bikes, a ping pong table, propane grill, and, most importantly, peace and quiet. Come for an unforgettable winter in a desert wonderland.

    Dreaming of Scottsdale – your dream vacation awaits you
    33 reviews
    Private vacation home
    6 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Exceeded our expectations!
    We could not have been happier with our stay! The casita was just as the photos depict, beautiful, clean, comfortable, and inviting. The amenities were second to none; great outdoor spaces, a beautiful kitchen for cooking meals, plenty of pantry staples, and a goodie basket that keeps calling you back for more. We had our two dogs with us, and the fenced-in backyard was the perfect spot for them. The surrounding area offers easy dog walks right from your door. They provide a map that lets you choose any duration you want, from a quick block walk up to a 3-mile loop without ever being on a busy road. This property felt like home.
    Perfect
    This VRBO was fantastic for our vacation! Great living space inside and outside. Kitchen fully equipped for in house meal prep with full spice rack and other necessities. Extra amenities such as ping pong table, bags game, mountain bikes were all in great shape to be used. Easy bike ride to extensive mountain bike trails directly from casita. Great fenced yard for dog to enjoy as well. Nightly sunsets on the roof top to end the day. Highly recommend this casita and hope to return soon!
    Lovely, lovely accommodations, wow! We were totally impressed with the attention to every last detail. We also enjoyed the location very much – so close to everything Scottsdale has to offer. Hosts were the best :). Thanks for a great stay!!!
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    Casita Del Sol$200/nightly avg

    Enjoy a quiet desert sanctuary in the form of this beautiful adobe home. Casita Del Sol is a roomy 1.25-acre property in North Phoenix. There are lots of reasons people choose to winter in Phoenix and the unique charms of desert life are surely some of the biggest. Experience these directly from this home, which abuts the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve, a 1,000-acre hilly expanse of desert terrain rich in hiking trails and local wildlife. Complete with a private pool, the home really is an oasis in the desert. Guests remark on the pervasive sense of peace and privacy.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    63 reviews
    Private vacation home
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    The casita was extremely clean, quiet and comfortable. The shower is huge, bed and pillows very comfortable. You will not be disappointed with this property. Eric was very responsive whenever needed.
    The casita and grounds are lovely, incredible views-better than the photos. Very private.
    Very private and quiet, just what we were looking for. Great amenities, great neighborhood to walk in. Close to shopping and restaurants. Whenever we had a question, Eric responded and assisted in whatever we needed we really appreciated that.
    Nice stay
    Clean, Quit, Enjoyed are stay very relaxing
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    Condo In Lakeside Community$182/nightly avg

    Located on the southern edge of Phoenix, sandwiched between South Mountain and the desert, this one-bedroom condo is part of a friendly community. Small and comfortable, it is ideal for a couple that values location over grand size. Guests say that everything you could want is within 20 minutes of the home. This includes plentiful shopping, nature trails, airports, a casino, and more. The rooms are bright and easy to get around. The community has two heated pools, a fitness studio, and also organizes regular activities for residents and guests. A comfortable air mattress is available for extra guests.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    66 reviews
    Condo
    4 Guests
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    The community was a plus. The rugs in the bathroom were not nonskid and no safe in the restroom.
    I had a wonderful experience at this property! Communication between the host and myself was always very quick and easy. Any/all issues were handled promptly and professionally. The unit itself and all of the amenities were beautiful. The unit was stocked very well and had everything I needed. I stayed here for a few months and would highly recommend this property to anyone!
    Nice
    This is our second time here and our next trip we will book the same! Consistency is key. We know we can count on everything being just right and we will never look anywhere else!
    Great, could have had additional kitchen items ie glass baking dishes. Metal baking pan was rusted. Had to buy a disposable foil pan no big deal.
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    Century-Old Downtown Home$99/nightly avg

    Everything about this home brings forward its status as an excellent temporary winter home. From the neighborhood’s leafy streets and ideal location to the private homey backyard, the house has every amenity you’ll need to feel comfortable, safe, and satisfied. There are a good number of restaurants, stores, and even a couple of museums within walking distance. The beautiful Hance Park, with its pleasant walkways, regular events, and Japanese garden, is just two blocks away. This home is great for a couple looking for a comfortable home in the heart of the city.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    98 reviews
    Private vacation home
    2 Guests
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    The property is very beautiful and tastefully decorated. It’s in a quiet neighborhood and it’s close to great restaurants and grocery store. We got to meet Jeff in passing and he was very friendly and accommodating. The next door neighbor is really sweet and personable. The neighborhood was safe and we had no issues. We truly enjoyed our time there and would definitely stay again!
    We loved the updated , comfortable cottage. The front porch was perfect for morning coffee. Cooking in the beautiful well equipped kitchen was a joy! The Historic area was so nice and quiet with beautiful homes and architecture!
    Property was even better than expected. Super clean, well appointed with everything I needed. Owner has added handicapped handles in shower (not shown in picture), very appreciated convenience. Close to downtown in a quiet neighborhood. I will definitely stay here again next time I’m in Phoenix!
    What a great place close to downtown
    The house was in a lovely historic district close to downtown – clean with amenities. Jeff was more than accommodating and some great suggestions for dining and sights to see…if I’m ever back this way I will for sure book this accommodation again. Thank you Jeff for all your assistance
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    Yellow Bungalow In Quiet Neighborhood$134/nightly avg

    Renovated in 2021, this home is once again ready to give guests a novel experience. The kitchen has modern appliances and sufficient workspace to prepare any meal, from basic to extravagant. Don’t forget to bring the dogs, as this home is pet-friendly and has a very spacious fenced-in backyard with room for everyone to relax, play, and take care of their business. There’s plenty of privacy, at home and in the neighborhood in general, but nothing feels too far away from this suburban home — except for your worries, that is.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    9 reviews
    Private vacation home
    4 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    Great place to stay if you are on a budget and need to be close to the airport. Host was responsive and organized. Had no issues at all.
    The property was nice but I should have read better lol. I thought it was a 2 bedroom and a living room but the second bedroom was a living room. It was a little tight for us (me who is pregnant, my hubby, my 17yo son and my 5yo daughter). However with that being said, it suited our purpose and was close to what we needed. It was clean and cozy and if it were just me and my hubby I would definitely rent again!! Also Caleb was very responsive!
    Clean, pet friendly, comfortable
    Really nice place to stay. Very pet friendly with backyard! Very accommodating and provided with everything you may need!
    I really liked this place. It was comfortable and close to everything. Communication with the owner was wonderful and timely. The yard was amazing!
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    Condo On A Lake$127/nightly avg

    This centrally-located condo is a great place from which to enjoy a month or two in sunny Phoenix. It is on the building’s second floor but is accessible by an elevator. The lake, visible from the windows, is a great place to walk or go bird watching. The decor is stylish, from the leather sofas to the cabinets and countertops in the roomy kitchen. Both of the bedrooms have king beds so guests will be just as comfortable as you are. Enjoy the sun and its warmth from the lakefront balcony. Shower in safety in the walk-in lined with non-stick stones. The development has a spacious pool as well.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    58 reviews
    Condo
    4 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    The condo was pretty clean. Location was easy access for moving our daughter to GCU. Area near condo complex has a lot of homeless around, so something to be aware of. Condo complex was safe though and had great walking paths around the ponds and nice pool area. The master bedroom would be better with blackout curtains and a better box spring. Current box springs makes crackling noise anytime you move or rollover. Ended up putting the mattress on the floor during our stay. The condo was an overall good value and served our needs for this stay.
    The convenience of property location to where we needed to get was great. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves.
    We loved staying here. Condo was clean, well stocked and very homey and comfortable. Andru was wonderful to work with. We needed to stay an extra day in town and I contacted him and we were able to spend the extra night instead of staying at a hotel. I would recommend staying here and we will be back.
    Property was clean and relaxing. Took morning walks around the pond which was very relaxing. Pool area clean but hot tub not hot. Only suggestion would be to have instuctions on using the TV’S in the bedrooms otherwise would highly recommend this property.
    We enjoyed our Desert Shores stay.
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    Casida$238/nightly avg

    Located in the stark and scenic Rio Verde foothills and bordering the expansive Tonto National Forest, this quaint adobe home is a great way to escape both the cold and the hustle and bustle during the winter months. On that rare day when the cold hands of the north touch even Scottsdale, Arizona, there is a hot tub to warm up in. There’s also a beautiful pool area and fire pit. The home itself is a fully-furnished two-bedroom guesthouse. It is well outside the city of Phoenix proper, on the edge of the greater metropolitan area. This gives it a definite rural flavor, although downtown Scottsdale is just 25 miles away.

    Dreaming of Scottsdale – your dream vacation awaits you
    83 reviews
    Private vacation home
    2 Bedrooms
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    Owners are welcoming and very accommodating; Pool is great for all ages. We thoroughly enjoyed all 5 of their dogs, and our Great Grandson was thrilled when one of the owners took him to see the horses and their colts. Views are spectacular, and the peace and quiet are wonderful. We look forward to returning next year.
    Had a wonderful 3 weeks at the casita! As described in the listing, the home is on rural roads which we appreciated being away from the traffic in other parts of Scottsdale. The home is close to many great hiking areas and has amazing views. Home owners were friendly and easy to work with.
    This was a great remote property all the joys of the valley without all the hassles.
    Steve and Robin’s Rio Verde Foothills casita was just perfect for our needs, as two semi-retired couples. It was quiet (2 miles from the paved main road), with great views and comfortable places to hang out, both inside and out. Not only were they welcoming and responsive to any needs, but their well-behaved dogs also made us feel right at home. We’ll miss those daily sunrise views and doggies. Other outside features that we enjoyed were the nice hot tub, gas fire ring, and gas grill. Staying there took a bit of planning, since grocery stores were 20-30 minutes away, but there were some really nice hiking trails nearby in McDowell Sonoran Reserve (Tom’s Thumb and Granite Mountain were our favorites).
    The casita is in a great location – very remote and close to lots of hiking trails. The primary negative is that it is on a 2.2 mile dirt road! Very annoying! Nevertheless, Steve and Robin were wonderful hosts. Their four dogs were a delight. And we enjoyed our stay tremendously!
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    Townhouse In Glendale$95/nightly avg

    This two-bedroom Glendale townhouse is a comfortable getaway for a couple keen on hosting guests during the winter months. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom. The stairs and bedrooms are covered in lush carpets for comfort and safety. The outdoor space is quite open and comfortably seats six. The development is surrounded by a verdant desert green belt and has a spacious pool area for residents and guests. It’s very easy to get on the 101 Loop which girdles the city and the delights of the Westgate shopping and entertainment district.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    100 reviews
    Private vacation home
    5 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Great place, very clean, easy to communicate, this will be my place to stay when I’m Glendale
    They didn’t even know we were coming. This place is also in the hood…
    The unit needs alot of repairs and a very thorough DEEP cleaning. It was very dirty. When we arrived there was Pizza Hut pizza box on the ground in front of the front door. The box was wet and the full pizza was inside and black with mold and the whole thing was covered in ants. If there had been a cleaning crew there that day (which I doubt there was) that should have been picked up. Clearly it had been there for a few days (the neighbors had to love that). There were no paper towels, no trash bags, the dishwasher had no soap, the glasses and silverware that we did use had to be washed before using. Therefore, we chose not to use any of the kitchenware to prepare any of the food we brought. There were no sheets for the futon. And a dead cockroach under the kitchen sink inside the cabinet door. I highly suggest a different cleaning crew!!!!VERY DISAPPOINTED!!!!!!!
    Need to keep place clean and sanitized. DISGUSTING. Some person knocks on my door @ 10:00am and ask me what time I’m leaving cause she was told @ 9am.
    We were in town for the game. Clean properly in a quiet and safe neighborhood. Really short drive to the stadium and the Westgate Entertainment District. Easy to check in and out.
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    Cottage Retreat In Camelback$175/nightly avg

    This recently redone single-story home is full of new furnishings to give you a new experience of homey warmth this winter. The highlight of your stay will probably be the saltwater pool located just a few feet outside the backdoor. The low-maintenance outdoor area has a fire pit and is perfectly designed for the Phoenix desert ecosystem. Northeast of downtown, it is in a good location to get to museums, the airport, and many of central Phoenix’s other attractions and necessary amenities. 

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    78 reviews
    Guest house
    4 Guests
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    I was very satisfied with our accomplishments and the value of this property. The owners are absolutely wonderful. The cottage is clean and comfortable.
    We thoroughly enjoy our stay in Lisa and Jim’s lovely cottage and our dips in their swimming pool. It was just what we needed for an enjoyable few days in AZ.Thanksgiving you both for your hospitality, Lisa and Jim, so very appreciated!
    Our second time staying here—love the house and the pool! Lisa and Jim are available if needed but give you space to relax and feel at home. Great location and love the gate for added layer of security.
    Beautiful house and amazing vacation, had a wonderful time staying here, had everything needed and more! Loved it and will definitely return and highly recommend.
    We felt pampered and spoiled and relaxed and stress free. The accommodations were very comfortable and thoughtful. I works stay again in a heartbeat and recommend to any couple or single needing r&r. All I wish is that I could have stayed longer
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    Remodeled Condo Near The Biltmore$198/nightly avg

    Less than half a mile from The Biltmore, Phoenix’s famous country club, this condo is a godsend for avid golfers. The Biltmore boasts two exclusive golf courses but has a lot to offer anyone, regardless of their handicap. The patio at this home has great views of the golf courses, mountains, and much else. Stunningly furnished with a mix of mid-century and contemporary design styles, there is beauty to be found inside the house as well. The gated community of which the condo is a part has a swimming pool and tennis courts to keep residents active. This property has two bedrooms so don’t forget to invite guests.

    Dreaming of Phoenix – your dream vacation awaits you
    43 reviews
    Condo
    4 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    3 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Nicely appointed in a quiet neighborhood that is convenient to shopping and restaurants. Comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms, living and dining areas. Would definitely stay here again.
    We loved this property, was perfect for the three of us. Quite, nice people around. Would definitely stay here again.
    We went for a conference and were able to walk to the Hilton, which was very convenient! I wish we would have had more time just to hang out in such a pretty home!
    It is a great property, very accessible to all things Phoenix! Lots of parking, a lovely pool which u mostly had to yourself and well decorated and very enjoyable.
    Beautiful condo, lovely gated community, great location! Thank you Michele!
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