Desert Dream on Evans
Golf & Kierland Escape | Pool + Dog-Friendly Yard
Welcome to The Happy Cactus — where desert days meet cozy stays! This 3BR/2BA Scottsdale home is family and dog-friendly with a private pool, fire pit, and outdoor dining. Located minutes from Kierland Commons, golf, and shopping. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, comfy beds, and a fenced yard perfect for kids and pets. Relax, explore, and soak up the Arizona sunshine at your perfect desert getaway!
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Welcome to The Happy Cactus 🌵 A playful desert escape near golf, shopping, and sunshine! Whether you're cannonballing into the pool, challenging the kids to an air hockey tournament, or unwinding with your pup under the desert stars, The Happy Cactus is your go-to home base in North Scottsdale. This home is designed for families, fun, and laid-back vibes. Bedrooms Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bath, smart TV, and backyard access Bedroom 2: Queen bed + smart TV Bedroom 3: Queen bed with twin trundle + smart TV All bedrooms feature fresh linens, ample storage, and blackout curtains. Bathrooms Ensuite bath with walk-in shower Guest bath with shower/tub combo Plush towels, premium toiletries, and all the basics included (starter supplies onsite) Kitchen & Dining Fully equipped with everything you need — Keurig, French press, spices, cooking oil, and more Dining table seats 8 comfortably + bar seating for 2 Game Room A family favorite! Air hockey table Classic arcade machine Living Area Cozy and open with a large smart TV, comfy seating, and a Sonos sound system for movie nights or playlists by the pool Laundry Room Washer, dryer, and detergent provided for guest use Outdoor Fun Private pool and sun loungers ** Please note that the pool is NOT heated** Covered patio with dining area and outdoor TV Fire pit, BBQ, mini golf, and outdoor games Fully fenced yard – dog- and kid-friendly! Dogs Welcome! Up to 2 dogs are welcome at The Cozy Cactus for an additional fee of $120 per pet for the entirety of your stay. Pack and Play and stroller available with request prior to stay at no additional cost 📍 Location Perks Tucked in a quiet neighborhood close to it all: 5 mins to Kierland Commons & Scottsdale Quarter 10 mins to TPC Scottsdale Close to parks, groceries, and hiking trails
Other Details to Note
*House is monitored with exterior property cameras for security purposes and as required by our homeowner's policy. One monitoring the front door and one in the backyard. There are no cameras inside of the home. *The pool is not heated. *We do not allow parties or large events. *Quiet hours begin at 10 pm nightly and are strictly enforced by both management and the City. Please keep music and shouting to a minimum at all times in an effort to respect our neighbors and avoid a noise ordinance fine. Two non-recording noise monitors on are onsite to measure noise levels and will notify management of significant and sustained noise. *No Smoking allowed inside home. We have smoke detection monitors in the home to alert hosts of smoking. *A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed with prior approval and payment of pet deposit. We love welcoming your furry friends! Please have your dogs use the designated rocky areas for potty breaks instead of the turf. *All house rules expected to be followed. Failing to do so will result in additional fines *NOTE: There may be occasions when pool or gardening professionals are onsite. We will do our best to communicate their arrival prior, but cannot always pin-point timing. *We provide a starter supply of amenities (laundry detergent, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee and coffee pods) for guests to enjoy during their stay. Due To A New City Ordinance: • All reservations will go through a verification process • Please be sure your full name is entered on your reservation when booking • IDs will be requested for verification after booking • We report and prosecute all credit card fraud TPT#: 21484260 STR Permit #: STR-2025-001449
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What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Pool Private or Shared
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
- Extra pillows and blankets
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Pool Private or Shared
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
- Extra pillows and blankets
Entertainment
- Sound system
Family
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Outlet covers
- Pack 'n Play/travel crib
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Indoor fireplace
Home safety
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- First aid kit
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- BBQ grill
- Fire pit
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
- Single level home No stairs in home
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Cleaning before checkout
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Guest Access
Entire home, backyard and garage. Please note that there is no remote for the garage door opener, but you are welcome to park in the garage, you will just need to go old-school.
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