Guest rooms, suites and villas at the Carefree Resort & Villas have been thoughtfully designed to offer the ultimate in comfort and convenience. All rooms offer king or queen-sized beds, convenient study areas, and telephones with voice mail and data ports. Set apart from the main building, amid the Carefree Resort & Villas’ lush desert landscape, are 14 casitas. These two-and three-bedroom small houses are well-appointed and feature various combinations of living and meeting spaces, making them ideal for boardroom meetings, special planning sessions, informal conferences and hospitalities.

Designed to take full advantage of Arizona’s pristine desert surroundings, the new villas at the Village at Carefree Resort provide the perfect setting for a relaxing weekend, a family getaway or important executive meetings. Each of the 2,136-square-foot luxury villas includes a master and junior suite, both suitable for double occupancy. The master suite features two queen-sized beds, an oversized living room with fireplace, dining area, full kitchen, two baths and a private balcony or patio. The junior suite features two queen size beds, separate living area, bath and private balcony or patio with scenic views.

Carefree Resort & Villas offers an array of recreational activities. The resort features three sparkling pools, 5 tennis courts all lit for night play, a deluxe fitness center and nearby mountain hiking and bicycling. The Tennis Center offers tournament coordination, private or group instruction and children’s clinics. The resort is also located within minutes of some of Arizona’s best golf courses – giving guests and groups the opportunity to play some of the most renowned links in the Valley. The Spa at Carefree Resort & Villas offers more than 45 body treatments, massages and skin care treatments for both men and women. The Spa at Carefree Resort & Villas guests are pampered with their own personal spa coordinator who will cater to their every need. Overnight and day spa packages are also available.

Whether it’s enjoying an intimate dining experience, a hearty burger in an authentic western saloon, or your favorite beverage in the lobby bar, Carefree Resort & Villas offers an enticing selection of culinary creations. The Lariat Grill features an eclectic combination of traditional American and regionally influenced southwestern cuisine, inspired with Mexican and Santa Fe flavors. Located adjacent to The Lariat Grill, the Mesquite Dining Room is ideal for meetings, conferences, wedding receptions or other special events. Capable of accommodating up to 400 guests, The Mesquite’s spacious buffet facilities can be set for lavish displays, carving stations, salad bars and much more. The resort also features the Buckhorn Bar adjacent to the lobby for lighter lunches and beverages; or the Red Horse Saloon is a great spot to gather with family or friends for billiards and your favorite sporting event.

The Resort also offers a wide range of meeting venues with a total of 30,000 square feet of event & function space. The resort’s largest all-purpose meeting room, The Saguaro Ballroom, offers 10,000 square feet of state-of- the-art meeting space that can be divided into as many as five separate conference rooms. The Saguaro features a built-in rear screen projection, a 24-foot ceiling and a portico suitable for pre-function events and breakout sessions.

One of the most unique meeting and special events venues, the Carefree Opera House, combines Santa Fe style architecture reminiscent of Arizona’s territorial days with the technical features of a modern studio sound stage. A 3,000-square-foot interior balcony complements an 8,000-square-foot first level. The Opera House seats 800 theater-style or 500 for banquets and is ideal for private dinners, performances, productions, trade shows, and exhibits.

For more information, or reservations, please call 1-888-488-9034, or visit us on line at www.carefree-resort.com.