Some of the locations are starting to disallow rentals.  

I am not quite sure what you are asking here but if it is where are they located then the answer is in many places.

I’d think it would sell reasonably quickly given where it is located. 

Our guests are out golfing, hiking, skiing, etc and seem to want a conveniently located place with a full kitchen and bath when they get back -- and that's who we market to.

To win the STR game, especially if you're a new entrant, the most important aspects are 1) Amenities2) Location3) Property type4) UniquenessAll are geared toward you standing out on Airbnb/VRBOHot tubs, fire pit, bowling alley, pools etc. or being in the best location in an area as well as being to host a large group are all things to help you win.

For example, Pinal County has the highest projected population growth over the next 30 years, but I’m not sure if that necessarily makes it a better market than Phoenix for long-term investments.When evaluating a location, what are the most important things you focus on?

Located after a letter writing campaign and purchased directly from the seller without a real estate agent.

If they think they have an "Airbnb" Unless they own the publicly traded company, then they only have a STR, or a vacation rental if they have a nice place/location.

But I did not want to give specific examples with no context on a location for her. 

Location & expertise in manufacture rehab How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?