You Can Stay in a Romantic Castle Airbnb in Arizona

From tiny homes and villas to cabins and geodesic domes, there's no shortage of vacation rental types around Arizona. With so many wonderfully unique options, we can certainly choose a place based on the size and location, but what about renting a home that can also be the destination? The Sand Castle Main House in Yuma is one such place. Set on six acres of desert, this castle-like dwelling offers luxurious accommodations and will give you all the privacy you need to truly live like royalty... at least for a little while. On top of that, it is utterly romantic! Let's take a look at this castle Airbnb in Arizona.

With over 4,000 hours of sunshine annually, Yuma, Arizona, is considered the sunniest place in the U.S. But that's not the only reason you should visit, for here you will find a home with both the look and vibe of a European castle. And nothing says romance better than a castle, right?

Whether you reserve a few nights alone with your significant other or bring the entire family, this home has the outward appearance of a castle, complete with crenellations (the rectangular shapes on top of the roof). While there's no moat or drawbridge, you will still feel like royalty during your stay, especially once you see what's in store inside.

The Sand Castle has four well-appointed bedrooms—one with a king bed and the others with queen beds—and 2.5 baths. It can accommodate up to nine royal guests. Lovely linens cover the beds in rooms with subtle colors and tasteful decor. Surely you'll sleep like a queen or king in one of these bedrooms!

While the kitchen is more contemporary, once you head into the dining room, you'll forget you're in Arizona. The dining room is fit for royalty, with a stone fireplace and a mantle holding candlesticks, Renaissance-style art, and a long wooden table surrounded by wood and leather chairs. The space opens to a seating area with another stone fireplace, chairs, and a large wooden door with a golden lion.

The outdoor space is a desert oasis. Walk out to the pool and hot tub, shared with other guests (more on the property's additional accommodations later), and go for a swim or sunbathe—this is the sunniest place in the country, after all! There is plenty of seating here, along with gold lion statues surrounding the pool area, again keeping with the home's castle aesthetic.

If you'd like to spend the night at this romantic castle in Arizona, book your stay on Airbnb. In addition to the Sand Castle Main House, two other private accommodations share the property—the Guest House and the Queen Suite. Each has a private entrance. You can check Airbnb or contact the host to book these in addition to the Sand Castle Main House if you need more space to accommodate a large group.

Yuma is an underrated city in Arizona due to its location in the southwestern part of the state. However, it should not be overlooked. Now that you're set on spending a few nights at the Sand Castle Main House, be sure to venture into town and discover the best things to do in Yuma.

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