Cottage in Tubac, AZ
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
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.
Keywords: casita
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.
Keywords: casita
Amenities at Tubac's Premier Historic Rental property: Beautiful, Private, 1857 Adobe casita
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Kettle
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Tubac, AZ
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2025
A beautiful, comfortable property conveniently located. Loved it.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2025
This historic casita is our favorite VRBO property. We like to stay in historic places and staying in one built in 1857 was wonderful! The host has the home designed and stocked with everything you need during your stay. It has a lovely front porch, side yard seating and a lovely patio out back. There are lots of places to relax, read or enjoy a glass of wine inside and out.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
This little casita is exceptional in every way! Extremely comfortable bed and pillows, fabulous shower and water pressure, adorable kitchen with every convenience including filtered water spout. Excellent wifi, nice flat screen tv, lots of wonderful reading material and comfy leather chair and ottoman for kicking back and relaxing. There's a wonderful private patio with lots of greenery and a barbeque. The historical integrity of this 1857 gem has been lovingly preserved by the owner/host. Both Jim and Amy were warm and welcoming. After a week's stay, it was hard to leave this extraordinary little piece of history and Heaven in the unique little walking town of Tubac. I will definitely be returning!
5.0 / 10.0·Jun 2021
We were delighted with our stay at this historic and charming Pedro Herrera Casita in Tubac. Amy was a great host and made everything perfect for our stay. Kitchen has all you need to cook or enjoy local takeout meals. The back patio was so relaxing and quiet for morning coffee and the songs of the many birds in the area. An Arizona Cardinal would arrive each morning atop a pole to sing his song greeting a new day in the morning. We look forward to our next stay at this quaint property. Thank you Jim and Amy, Bruce Peterson
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Top rated by guests
9.9Outstanding
(81 Ratings)
"A beautiful, comfortable property conveniently located. Loved it."
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