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Cannonball into the private pool while string lights flicker on over the turf, then challenge the group to arcade games in the game room. Casa Dorada is a south Tempe pool home near ASU, with a heated pool option by request, a fire pit, cornhole and a home gym. You're about 10 minutes from ASU, 15 from Sky Harbor Airport and 20 from Old Town Scottsdale, with five spring training ballparks within 25 minutes. Made for game days, graduations and family trips. ABOUT THIS SPACE Casa Dorada is a 4 bedroom home that sleeps 8, all on one floor, built for groups who want to be together. The backyard: This is the heart of the stay. The fenced backyard wraps around a sparkling kidney-shaped private pool, with pink loungers under umbrellas on the turf and floats for the kids. Heat is available by request in the cooler months (details under Guest Access). As the sun drops, the string lights come on, the fire pit table flickers to life and the cornhole bags start flying. Under the covered patio you'll find a long dining table for the whole crew, an outdoor TV for the big game and a gas BBQ grill a few steps from the water. Cushioned lounge seating circles the fire for late-night talks. The game room: Rack up high scores on three full-size arcade cabinets (Pac-Man, NBA Jam and Marvel Super Heroes), then settle the rivalry over the ping pong table. Paddles are waiting. The home gym: Keep your routine on vacation with a rack of dumbbells, a spin bike, an adjustable bench, yoga mats and resistance bands. Get your workout in before anyone else is awake. Living room: Sink into the big sectional and switch on the electric fireplace on the TV wall for a little glow during movie night. Kitchen and dining: Cook a real meal at the long waterfall island with seating for four to five, then pass plates to the round dining table for four. You'll find an oven, electric stove, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee maker, kettle, toaster, blender, wine glasses and all the cooking basics. Bedrooms: - Bedroom 1: queen bed, ceiling fan and closet - Bedroom 2: queen bed, ceiling fan and two closets - Bedroom 3: king bed with a small desk, perfect for the parents - Bedroom 4: queen bed and ceiling fan Every room has fresh linens, extra pillows and room-darkening shades for sleeping in. Bathrooms: Bathroom 1 has a double vanity and a walk-in rain shower with a fluted wood wall. Bathroom 2 has a double vanity and a tub-shower, handy for bath time with little ones. Work and the extras: A dedicated workspace nook with a desk and outlets keeps the laptop crowd happy, and fast wifi keeps video calls smooth. There's a laundry room with a front-load washer and dryer, plus an iron. Traveling with a baby? A pack n play and high chair are always here, along with board games for quiet evenings. LOCATION & WHAT'S NEARBY You're on a quiet, tree-lined street in south Tempe, close to Hollis Park, and centrally placed for everything that brings people to the Valley. ASU and game days - Arizona State University (Tempe campus): about 10 minutes - Mountain America Stadium (Sun Devil football): about 10 minutes - Mill Avenue restaurants, bars and shops: about 10 minutes - Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park: about 12 minutes Spring training (February and March) - Tempe Diablo Stadium (Angels): about 10 minutes - Sloan Park (Cubs): about 15 minutes - Hohokam Stadium (Athletics): about 15 minutes - Scottsdale Stadium (Giants): about 20 minutes - Salt River Fields (Diamondbacks and Rockies): about 25 minutes Airport and Scottsdale - Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport: about 15 minutes, so you can land, grab the rental car and be in the pool before dinner - Old Town Scottsdale dining, nightlife and shopping: about 20 minutes Close to home - Kiwanis Park (lake, trails and courts): about 5 minutes - Arizona Mills and SEA LIFE Aquarium: about 10 minutes - Tempe Marketplace: about 15 minutes - Desert Botanical Garden: about 20 minutes WHO THIS HOME IS BEST FOR - ASU families: Graduation or move-in weekend means everyone in one place. Celebrate the graduation with dinner on the patio, then let the grads unwind in the pool. - Sports fans and travelers flying in: Make it a game day base. Tailgate breakfast at the island, cheer at the stadium, then catch the late game on the outdoor TV. Sky Harbor is about 15 minutes away for easy arrivals. - Spring training crews: Five ballparks within about 25 minutes (three of them within 15), and a pool to cool off in after the last out. - Families with kids: Family friendly touches like a pack n play, high chair and a fenced yard, plus a single level home with no stairs to worry about. - Remote workers and wellness travelers: A desk nook, fast wifi and a home gym mean you can work and train without leaving the house. GUEST ACCESS You'll have the entire home and fenced backyard to yourselves, including the pool, game room and home gym. Self check-in is easy with a keypad, so you can arrive any time after 4:00 PM. Pool heat is available by request for $125 the first day and $75 each additional day, with a 3-day minimum. Please message us before arrival so we have time to warm it up. Housekeeping is available at an extra cost. PARKING Free driveway parking fits 2 cars right at the house, and there's free street parking on the quiet street for an extra vehicle. With everything on one floor, there are no stairs between the car and your bedroom, so unloading luggage, coolers and strollers is simple. - Check-in after 4:00 PM, checkout before 11:00 AM - The thermostat will not cool below 72°F, so the AC keeps up with Arizona summers - Exterior security cameras are on the property - Please keep the backyard calm at night for the neighbors - Pool heat is available by request: $125 the first day and $75 each additional day, with a 3-day minimum. Please request it before arrival. Thanks for caring for Casa Dorada like your own. We can't wait to host you! Tempe STR license: STR-001266 TPT license: 21660921 Thank you for choosing our home! A few house rules keep every stay smooth: Guests: Only registered guests may stay or visit. Extra guests can be arranged with us in advance. No parties or events. If you throw a party, you will be asked to leave. Quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM. This is a family friendly neighborhood, so please be respectful of the neighbors. Noise complaints may result in the stay being ended. No smoking, vaping or drugs anywhere on the property. No animals. Pool heat is available by request: $125 for the first day and $75 for each additional day, with a 3-day minimum. If you would like the pool heated, please request it before arrival. Pool: No glass and no alcohol in or around the pool. No jumping or diving. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. . Check-out is 11 AM, when our cleaning crew arrives. Early check-in and late check-out are optional add-ons, subject to availability. Please message us to request one. Please do not send mail or packages to the property. The thermostat is locked and will not go lower than 72 degrees for AC due to extreme temperatures in Arizona. LOCAL NOTICES The City of Tempe fines parties that require a police response, and fines can reach up to $4,000. Tempe- STR-001266 TPT-21660921