2556 E Seneca | Casa Hermosa

Casa Hermosa is an ideal place for solo travelers or couples wanting a carefree getaway. This enchanting space is nestled in a friendly neighborhood in historic Blenman Elm and near the University of Arizona, Banner University Medical Center, downtown Tucson, Gem & Mineral Show sites, and scores of restaurants, sports venues, theaters, and Tucson’s best attractions. It’s an ideal sanctuary where you can kick back, unwind, and explore all that Tucson offers! Enjoy a memorable stay in this tranquil, safe space drenched in natural light.


KEY FEATURES:
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☀ 2BD/1BA w full kitchen, dining & living rooms
☀ 2 Private full bedrooms with closets
☀ 1 full bathroom w/ combo tub/shower + quality bathing essentials included
☀ Efficient kitchen w/ full-sized appliances + coffee maker + microwave + toaster
☀ In-home laundry w/ free full-sized washer + dryer
☀ Private patio w/ outdoor seating areas
☀ Free off-street parking
☀ Fast WiFi - 105 Mbps
☀ Large 40-inch flatscreen TV in LR
☀ Lock on bedroom doors
☀ Smart lock on entrance
☀ 3 mini-split AC/heating units
☀ Firepit with log seating

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Our property is ideally located with just a quick walk or ride to the best parts of Tucson:
- Arizona Inn (...a 15-minute walk away!)
- University of Arizona (6-minute drive away!)
- University Medical Center (7-minute drive away!)
- Arizona State & Arizona History Museums
- Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium
- Tucson Botanical Gardens
- The Mini Time Machine Museum

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AMENITIES
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☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆

- Both bedrooms boast a plush full-sized bed with comfy memory foam mattresses, fluffy pillows, quality linens, & clothing storage.
- We provide a quilt and comforter in each room to keep you snug and warm in the winter months.

☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
- The full bathroom has a combination tub/shower and separate vanity with mirror.
- It is equipped w/ a hair dryer, quality soap & bath products, and plenty of fresh, fluffy towels.
- There is room to store your toiletries so you feel right at home.

☆☆ KITCHEN ☆☆
- The efficient, fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances including a full-sized fridge & freezer, stove, oven, and dishwasher + microwave + toaster + coffee maker.
- It is stocked w/ essential tools you'll need to create your favorite meals along with plates, bowls, cups, & utensils, and cookware.
- There is plenty of room in the fridge to keep your drinks & groceries cold, and cupboard space to store your food items.
- There is also a dining table that seats 4 located in the dining area.
- It’s the perfect place to create your own culinary masterpiece or grab a quick bite before heading out to explore all that Tucson has to offer.

☆☆ CONVENIENCES ☆☆
- Free in-unit washer and dryer for use during your stay
- Smart 40-inch TV with free streaming services
- Strong WiFi
- Separate mini-split air conditioning and heating in each bedroom and kitchen/dining room to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
- Take advantage of Tucson’s 365 lifestyle and beautiful outdoor living in the private back patio area with multiple seating options and an artful canopy for shade.
- This easy-going space is mindfully xeriscaped for SW climates and planted with native flora. Enjoy carefree living spending mornings lingering with delicious coffee, catching some nourishing rays, or enjoying pre- or post-game fun lighting up a fire in the firepit.
- You might see a Cooper’s hawk, roadrunner, cardinal, or a vermillion flycatcher on your stay. And you won't want to miss our famous AZ Sunsets.

☆☆ Book Now & Let Us Take Care of You in Tucson! ☆☆

As a guest here, you have the entire home and the well-cared for outdoor seating and firepit areas to yourself. With a bike score of 97, a walk score of 75, the neighborhood is easy to navigate and has an abundance of mature native trees, walking paths, and easy access to many local attractions.

There is free, uncovered, off-street parking for 1-4 vehicles along with additional free street parking. From here you're just minutes to local grocery stores, retail shops, breweries, museums, and parks. This cozy, clean, comfortable space and quiet neighborhood has everything you need for a refreshing stay.

Bree is a native Tucsonan and knows all the great spots to visit while you're in town! Once you book, we'll send you a link to our Complete Tucson Guidebook with all the details.

Your hosts, Bree & Bear, are native Tucsonans & do not live at the property but are located nearby. We're happy to make area recommendations & want to ensure you have the best possible stay. We can be reached by message or phone between the hours of 8AM-10PM Tucson time.

The historic Blenman Elm neighborhood was established in 1900 and is said to be the "vanguard" of the ranch-style home in Tucson. Architecturally significant, the neighborhood features 17 styles of homes that were popular between the 1920s and the 1950s, including 21 homes built by Swiss-born Tucson architect Josias Joesler.

It is a diverse neighborhood with pockets of wildlife you might not expect in the city. Historical landmarks dot the Blenman Elm landscape, including the Arizona Inn, which opened in 1930; SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and School, which opened in 1931; and Blenman Elementary School, which rang its bells for the first time in 1942.

Blenman Elm is the 3rd most walkable neighborhood in Tucson. With a bike score of 95 and a wallk score of 71, it is just a 10-minute walk/2-minute drive to the historic Arizona Inn, a 4-minute drive to University Medical Center, and a 4-minute drive to University of Arizona

Dining ranges from upscale pizzerias, to colorful Mexican cantinas serving homestyle tamales and enchiladas, to sports bars and brewpubs with featuring impressive happy hour specials. Himmel Park has tree-lined paths for jogging and cycling, a summer pool and open-air theater in the fall.

Bree is a native Tucsonan and knows all the great spots to visit while you're in town! Once you book, we'll send you a link to our Ultimate Tucson Guidebook with all the details, but here are some highlights:

Nearby attractions
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- Arizona Inn (a 15-minute walk away!)
- University of Arizona (a 7-minute drive away!)
- Tucson Botanical Gardens
- Arizona State & Arizona History Museums
- The Mini Time Machine Museum
- Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium

Nearby restaurants
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- Arizona Inn
- Prep & Pastry
- Culinary Dropout
- Snooze
- Kingfisher
- Flora's Market Run
- Miss Saigon
- El Charro
- El Guero Canelo
- Feast

Nearby grocery stores & markets
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- Flora's Market Run
- Whole Foods
- Sprouts
- Trader Joe’s
- Albertson's
- Safeway
- Fry's

Nearby cinemas
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- El Con theaters
- The Loft
- The Roadhouse Cinemas
- Casa Video

Nearby shopping
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Boutique shopping centers with restaurants (Broadway Village, Plaza Palomino) and more mainstream options (Target, El Con Mall, CVS, Walmart)

Nearby bars
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- Arizona Inn
- The Shelter
- Flora's Market Run
- The Mint
- The Red Garter Saloon
- Bob Dobbs
- Bayhorse Tavern

Nearby parks
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Himmel Park (has tree-lined paths for jogging and cycling, a summer pool and open-air theater in the fall), Alvernon neighborhood park, Reid Park, Reid Park Zoo, Randolph Dell Urich golf course (1.5 mile, 18 hole course; longest course in town!), Randolph Tennis Center, Randolph Aquatic Center, Tucson Botanical Gardens

About Tucson
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Guest ranches, horseback rides, and cattle drives recall Old West roots, but you’ll also find yourself smack-dab in a hub of spas, resort hotels, and championship golf courses...not to mention amazing, trend-setting restaurants. Tucson was the first city to earn the designation of a World City of Gastronomy by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Plus, with a thriving visual and performing arts scene and respected galleries and museums, Tucson’s vibrant multicultural heritage shines.

Famous for its dramatic beauty, the Sonoran Desert covers this region with spectacular cacti – including the giant saguaro, a symbol of the American Southwest. But don’t be fooled by the term “desert” because mountain ranges in all directions offer scenic drives and even snow skiing. In the winter you can go for a hike in the valley, then drive up to Mt. Lemmon and enjoy the slopes. Tucson’s legendary year-round sunshine and saguaro-and-sunset landscape have romanced visitors for decades. Tucson's coldest month is January when the average temperature overnight is 38.9°F. In June, the warmest month, the average day time temperature rises to 100.2°F.

If you are visiting Tucson, it's a great time to consider a jaunt across the Arizona border into Nogales, Sonora, Mexico and get a taste of the charm and traditions of Old Mexico. Nogales is only about 60 miles south of Tucson on Interstate 19.

Once you immerse yourself in the laid-back atmosphere of Tucson, you may never want to leave.

- The Sun Link streetcar is less than a 10-minute drive away and connects 5 unique districts: Downtown, Mercado San Agustín, Fourth Avenue, Main Gate Square and the U of A. The 3.9 mile route has 23 stops adorned with public art.
- The house is located on main bus routes
- Uber, Lyft, and cabs service this area
- The house is a 10-minute bike ride to 3rd St. Bicycle Boulevard that extends from Main Avenue to 4th Avenue and Park Avenue to Wilmot Road for a total of 6.5 miles! It connects to 9 parks and 10 schools, including the U of A.
- There is ample parking at most businesses

- You must be 21 years or older to rent this property
- Parties are STRICTLY PROHIBITED; we will press charges if you violate our house rules
- Smoke-free property
- Longer-term stays may be permitted on a case-by-case per guest & host agreement.