Make your holiday truly memorable from your own luxury home rental. Family-friendly home offerings provide plenty of bedrooms, private pools, games for the kids and spectacular views - also perfect for large groups. Smaller villa rentals in private communities include pool and tennis courts, perfect for the golf getaway or holiday in Mesa.

Mesa is surrounded by natural attractions - the mystifying Superstition Mountains, clear lakes, the Apache Trail and white-water rapids. Family fun runs from exploring Old West towns and the Desert Botanical Gardens to a steamboat cruise on Canyon Lake or an imaginative visit to the Arizona Museum for Youth. Boating, jeep tours, fishing and horseback riding offer an up-close experience of this beautiful, rugged land. Enjoy sweeping desert views during a day trip along the trail taken by Native Americans and prospectors or grab an “Old West” meal at the Tortilla Flat stagecoach stop in the Superstition Mountain Wilderness. Visit in March, and you’ll see lots of baseball action in the center of Arizona’s Cactus League – 200 games in 30 days!!

Tasteful shoppers head for upscale Dana Park Village Square with sophisticated retailers and al fresco cafes in a garden-like setting. Superstition Springs Center wraps a bundle of popular retail shops with children’s play area and double-decker carousel, outdoor concerts and plenty of eateries.

From dominant Mexican fare to a touch of Thai or a taste of England, there’s no shortage of dining choices in Mesa. Don’t be fooled by the low-brow look of Blue Adobe Grill, because they rank high as a kid-friendly place with exceptional Mexican specialties. It’s always a great idea to look where the locals dine, and T G Eggingtons is IT – the perfect place to start the day with a big family breakfast.

The Southwest is an exceptional lure for golf enthusiasts who welcome the challenge of rugged desert courses, as well as the traditional links experience. You’ll find more than 40 ‘designer’ courses within a 30-minute drive.

Luxury features, plenty of space, kid-friendly great rooms and gourmet kitchens - there simply is no better way to enjoy your Mesa getaway than renting a holiday villa or home. Plan your day over a hearty breakfast on the patio and end with a Southwest barbecue at your own private retreat