Scottsdale Vacation Rentals

Explore our Scottsdale, AZ, vacation rentals

Renowned for its luxury resorts, world-class golf courses, and outdoor activities, Scottsdale vacation house rentals offer your gateway to a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. Downtown Scottsdale is home to an array of fine-dining restaurants, art galleries, shopping districts, and Old Town Scottsdale. This desert city is located just a 24-minute drive from Pheonix and north of the Sonoran desert, so you’ll never be too far away from a city or outdoor adventure.

During your stay in Scottsdale, book a guided Jeep or 4WD desert tour and go off-roading into a gorgeous sunset, take to the trails on foot at Camelback Mountain or Pinnacle Peak Park, or plan a day of fun with the kids at OdySea Aquarium. Whether you’re visiting for a short trip or are looking to book a seasonal or winter rental, you’re sure to feel right at home in this scenic oasis. Browse house rentals with popular amenities like private pools, hot tubs, on-site golf courses, pet-friendly vacation homes, and more.

Where are our Scottsdale vacation rentals?

Brimming with blue skies and saguaro silhouettes, Scottsdale has easy access to everything central Arizona is known for. Our Scottsdale vacation homes place you in the greater Phoenix area's action. Phoenix borders western Scottsdale to the northeast, with Tempe and Mesa to the south, and the Tonto National Forest to the northeast. Arizona's second-largest city, Tucson, is 121 miles south, while Flagstaff is 153 miles north.

Things to do near your Scottsdale vacation rental

Book one of our Scottsdale vacation rentals and let the countdown to food, friends, and fun festivities begin.

• You’re in the right place for outdoor activities. Admire cacti and native wildlife while walking through a network of hiking trails at the Phoenix Mountains Preserve, horseback ride or mountain bike through McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and be sure to stop by Lost Dutchman State Park for unbelievable views. 
• Are the kids tagging along to your Scottsdale vacation? Then you won't want to miss out on visiting the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Ride the carousel, watch the kids climb on the playground, and take a train ride around the large and historic park. 
• Spend another day at the impressive Butterfly Wonderland watching thousands of beautiful butterflies, then challenge your friends to the laser and mirror maze challenges at OdySea Mirror Maze. You can find a thrill petting stingrays at OdySea Aquarium just next door.
• Pamper yourself with a day at the Camelback Spa and shopping around the valley. Claiming the title of the largest shopping mall in the Southwest, Fashion Square Mall's upscale and luxurious atmosphere and a variety of shops will easily suffice for retail therapy. Make your way to Old Town Scottsdale to meander through unique desert-themed shops and find a souvenir to bring back home.
• Scottsdale is a golfer’s paradise, with over 50 golf courses within city limits. While you work your way through one fairway at a time, feel free to branch out into nearby Sun Valley’s 200 golf courses. Make some new golfing buddies at the premier driving range, Topgolf, or reserve a tee time at TPC Scottsdale. 
• Another highly recommended must-see is Frank Lloyd Wright's former home, Taliesin West, on the east side of the city, which inspires awe with its prehistoric grandeur amidst the desert landscape.
• If you need to beat the heat, cool off by floating down the Salt River in tubes rented from Fort McDowell Adventures or splash down waterslides at Big Surf Waterpark. 

What is the best time of year to visit Scottsdale, AZ?

For ideal weather to enjoy outdoor activities or laze by the pool, plan your Scottsdale for early spring to late fall. Scottsdale is also a popular destination for snowbird communities, who make the most of the desert climate to escape the cold with seasonal rentals and winter rentals.

Should I stay in Scottsdale or Phoenix?

For a family-friendly vacation or a calmer long-term getaway, a Scottsdale vacation home offers a quieter home base outside the city, with plenty of room, privacy, and popular amenities, with Phoenix just a 24-minute drive away.

Does Vacasa offer long-term or snowbird rentals in Scottsdale?

Yes, Vacasa has plenty of long-term, monthly, and seasonal rentals in Scottsdale and throughout Arizona. Choose from condos and villas, cabin rentals, or vacation homes with plenty of room for you and your crew, as well as popular amenities like pools, hot tubs, on-site golf courses, and pet-friendly stays.