We are a family of three. I moved to Tucson 30 years ago from Ashland, Or. I have lived in Washington, northern California, the White Mountains of Arizona, and Canada in younger days. In the 1970's I worked as a musician, living in Costa Rica and then in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico in 1990. My husband, a former Motown musician, and I met playing together in a Tucson Blues band. He is now retired for health reasons. I recently completed an MA in American Indian Studies at the UA, with a BA in World Religions. I am a massage therapist returning from hiatus!

Liz Fletcher purchased this cottage in 2011

This locally cherished hood in the "Baked Apple" is convenient to so much that Tucson has to offer. Formerly an old ranch property which the city has encircled, we are close to the UA and "The Loop" 100 miles of non-motorized path which lines the Rillito and other major Washes, in and around Tucson. Walk to groceries, restaurants, a French bakery, bars, nature, and parks. We moved into this home with extended family who have since relocated. We re-purposed the extra space for hosting in 2015. It has been a true pleasure--hosting people from around the world--and even Tucsonans!--as well as a wonderful family business! Easy freeway access to the famous Sonoran Desert Museum (outdoors with living animals), the historic San Xavier del Bac Mission built by the Tohono O'odham, and drive minutes north of the house to beautiful hikes in the Santa Catalina Mountains. Another quick drive to the Botanical Gardens offers a feast for the eyes as well as gastronomically in their fabulous café. Enjoy their amazing seasonal Butterfly Garden. And the list goes on . . . In 2014 I began implementing water harvesting features on the property which has become a fascinating obsession--and a constant work in progress. I am now working with a neighborhood group to develop stormwater harvesting features in this neighborhood with public grants.

Enjoy all the comforts of home! This low key, low density, neighborhood was established in 1938 and the north-central heart of Tucson offers easy access to many near and distant attractions! Neighbors enjoy walking their dogs, biking, and strolling the wide quiet streets. Only 3 miles from the UA and just blocks from "The Loop" (over 100 miles of non-motorized bike/foot trails), this neighborhood is cherished by Tucsonans and appreciated by visitors. Located very near the Rillito Wash, an arroyo wildlife corridor runs through the neighborhood, providing occasional sightings of varied wildlife. We share the yard with numerous types of lizards, ground squirrels which hibernate in the winter, and bunnies. Many bird species are noted here as well as the exotic sounds of owls and coyotes at night. Walk to groceries and a French cafe or Mexican food one block away. Numerous diverse restaurants are just minutes away by car.