Sedona Sanctuary
Review Submitted: March 19, 2011
Date of Stay: March 2011
My husband and I felt at home as soon as we pulled in the drive. The cabin was inviting and contained everything we could ask and then some. There were more than enough linens and kitchen supplies. And the "then some" included satellite TV, free phone privileges (within the USA) and a Red Rock Pass. The TV was appreciated so we could watch the news, the phone so we could contact our loved ones (our cell phone reception was terrible, even with Verizon) and the Red Rock Pass so we could visit all the wonderful parks and trails in the area, e.g. Crescent Moon Ranch and Bell Rock Pathway.
We slept in the master bedroom and were very comfortable. The cabin was nice and warm even when we set the thermostat to 60 degrees or lower, especially if you kept the ceiling fan on. We only lit a fire the one night we had dinner in the cabin, but it was awesome. We moved the wicker loveseat over near the fireplace and sat watching the flames. Very cozy.
Our time in Sedona went by so quickly and we think part of it was because we had such a nice place to stay in! We would recommend this place to people who like quiet surroundings, away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy areas along routes 89A and 179. The cabin is also great for those who like adventure and nature. We saw so much wild life just while walking around the area: a herd of javelinas, a coyote, a covey of partridges, hawks, and also small birds living in the juniper trees. The walk to Crescent Moon Ranch is a must-do. You could see tracks of all kinds of animals in the loose clay along the wash that runs roughly parallel to Chavez Ranch Road. And except for having to cross Chavez Ranch Road towards the very end, you are surrounded by greenery the whole way.
Let's not forget the view of Cathedral Rock from the living room window! We couldn't get over how neat that was! Sunset is the ideal time to view Cathedral Rock from the cabin, but it is great to see it throughout the day - the view keeps changing. A typical day for us would start off with breakfast in the cabin, going for a hike, then back to the cabin for lunch, and then we'd go for another hike.
The drive along Upper Red Rock Loop down to the cabin is amazing by itself, but knowing the comfort that awaits you at the end of that road, is the greatest reward. We would most definitely stay here again!
Thank you, Marcia and Ken, for providing us with this excellent alternative to a hotel room.
Recommended for:
Pet-friendly,
Adventure Seekers,
Sightseeing,
Romantic Getaway
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