Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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3
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Bathrooms
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3
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House Rules
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No pets allowed
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Adults only
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed
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Max Occupancy
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6
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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3919816
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Discover historic charm at Bolsius House. Originally crafted from Fort Lowell ruins, this 3-bed, 3-bath haven by artist Charles Bolsius boasts scenic Santa Catalina Mountain views. Nestled in Old Fort Lowell Historic District, enjoy a salon-style living room, kitchen, sitting room, dining room, and patios/gardens. Close to dining, shopping, hiking; just 20 mins from Downtown and 6 miles from U of A. Immerse in Tucson's allure, blending history, luxury, and privacy. Your perfect retreat awaits.
Step into luxury and history at Bolsius House, where 150-years of history have been lovingly restored. The combination of modern amenities and heritage set the stage for an unforgettable stay. This unique retreat features a salon-like living room, formal dining, TV room, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, gourmet kitchen, and enchanting patios. Adorned with regional antiques and 20th-century local art, it's an Old Pueblo gem.
Enjoy modern comforts like high-speed internet, HD TV, and vintage Italian road bikes. Architectural highlights, including a kiva fireplace, wooden ceilings, hand carved door, hand-plastered walls, and polished concrete floors, blend history with connectivity. Immerse yourself in Tucson's past while savoring every contemporary luxury at Bolsius House.
Nestled in the heart of the Old Fort Lowell Historic District, Bolsius House is located on the edge of a mesquite bosque, near the confluence of the Rillito River and Pantano Wash. Amidst scattered mud adobe ruins, ancient mesquite trees, creosote bushes, and captivating views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, it offers a serene retreat.
This property, once an early Hohokam village dating back to the Snaketown phase (C.E. 700-750), transitioned through the Hohokam Classic period (C.E. 1150-1450). In the 1870s, it became part of the US Territorial Fort Lowell. The 1930s-1960s saw it flourish as a hub for a southwestern artist colony, creating a microcosm of the rich cultural tapestry of the Southwest.
The property is located near the intersection Fort Lowell Road and Craycroft Road. The house is set back from the street surrounded by desert vegetation but on the patios the sound of traffic is audible.
There is high speed wireless internet. streaming TV services including Netflix.
Spectacular desert views
Private courtyards
Out door lounge seating and dining area
Three bedrooms with king-size and queen beds with Tuft and Needle Mattresses.
Living room, dining room, library sitting room with with fireplaces
Professional-grade kitchen
Three bathrooms with showers and two clawfoot soaking tubs.
Wi-Fi, TV, sound system, safe.
Central Air-conditioning, heating.
Old Fort Lowell, a neighborhood in Tucson, is home to this vacation home. Shoppers can check out Tucson Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Golf N' Stuff Family Fun Center and Tucson Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and cycling.
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