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Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona

Adorable two-bedroom, solar-powered cottage in Oak Creek Canyon, just steps away from a PRIVATE stretch of Oak Creek and 15 minutes drive from the town of Sedona with high-speed STARLINK internet. Well-behaved pets (furry family members) are welcome. 30 day rental required. Oak Creek Canyon Cottage is a 1960s bungalow located in lower Oak Creek Canyon, one mile south of Slide Rock State Park on highway 89A and 5 miles north of downtown Sedona. Because it is located in a lightly forested section of Oak Creek Canyon at 5000 feet in elevation, the cottage is a lovely, mild spot in which to spend the winter, and a shady, cool spot to beat the heat in the summer. Oak Creek itself is just across the street, so you can take a folding chair down to sit on the banks and enjoy the water, fish and birds. The cottage is furnished with a queen bed, a full XL (long) bed, a cot you can use in the living area, and is decorated with eclectic art, featuring regional artists. Internet service is provided to the cottage by STARLINK and supports video streaming and remote work. There is a small, but fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a back deck where you can eat outside or hang out and watch the humming birds. Other amenities include laundry facilities and a new tub/shower, yard games, and a BBQ grill. The garden is filled with fragrant flowers in the spring and summer and offers a variety of fruit bearing trees in the late summer and fall. There is a hiking trail (Sterling Pass) just a quarter mile from the house, and many, many more hikes in the nearby area. This is a wonderful place to use as a base to explore all that Northern Arizona has to offer: it is 40 minutes to Flagstaff, 1 hour to Jerome, and 2 hours to the Grand Canyon, just to mention just a few of the fantastic destinations within easy driving distance. Note: Because of the house's location, there is some road noise during the day --- but it is very peaceful at night when the day visitors go home!

Property manager

Alice Gibb

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 740 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs and cats welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Crib/playpen provided upon request

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes
Oak Creek Canyon Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cozy Scenic Minutes
Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes
Oak Creek Canyon Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cottage Cozy Scenic Minutes
Oak Creek Canyon Cozy Scenic Minutes Downtown Sedona
Oak Creek Canyon Cozy Scenic Minutes

About the neighborhood

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Sedona, AZ

What's nearby

  • Oak Creek Canyon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Slide Rock State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sedona Arts Center - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Devil's Bridge - 23 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Sedona, AZ (SDX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Open Range Grill and Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Breeze Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kota's Coffee House - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Oak Creek Brewery & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sedona Beer Company - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps from Oak Creek Canyon and Slide Rock State Park. Indian Garden is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Oak Creek Canyon Cottage: cozy and scenic, minutes from downtown Sedona Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ricky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Oak Creek Canyon
Had a relaxing and wonderful time.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely comfortable stay.
Very quiet cul de sac location 6 miles up 89A from Sedona in the Oak Creek Canyon. Towering mountains surround the property. Two good sized bedrooms, large deck, a bath and a half, friendly neighbors. Dog friendly with a fenced back yard. Highly recommend.
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Damascus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy mountain cottage in Sedona
I spent a month here and experienced all sorts of weather including snow and cold temperatures. In spite of having to stay in place, we had everything we needed including TV, DVDs, games and fantastic views to look at. The cottage was equipped with all the necessities we needed. It’s a great place to stay while visiting this beautiful area of Arizona and is close to all the sights.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Lake Barrington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a small group
I wanted a place in Sedona but away from the hustle & bustle of Sedona proper. This definitely fit the bill. Except for 2 nights it was only me & my little dog. The cottage is small, but well maintained. Communications with the owner were great plus the neighbors were friendly & helpful. Trips to the grocery store, etc. took about 15 minutes but with such beautiful scenery the drive was a pleasure.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lucy D.

Charming cottage, would stay again with Wifi.
This was a charming cottage, and the only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5, is that just prior to our 30 day stay, a storm knocked out the wifi and was unable to be repaired. The owner, Alice was very fair with a compensation, but it still altered our daily schedule. That being said, if wifi were assured in the future I’d stay again as it’s very cozy with everything we needed! A couple of nice surprises that we didn’t expect included a second ½ bathroom, and a fenced backyard for the dog. The location is scenic, and less than 10 minutes to town, hiking, galleries, everything! Loved seeing javelinas in the front yard on a regular basis. 5 minutes from the best deli ever – Garlands – just up the road.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Adorable cottage, tucked in the canyon very close to Sedona, but a reprieve from the chaos
I absolutely love this property! Alice and Larry are extremely welcoming hosts, and have a gem of a cottage. The canyon is about 7 degrees cooler than Sedona proper, and is very lush and quiet. This was a welcoming contrast to all of the red rock, sun exposure, and activity in uptown Sedona. Yet, Sedona is less than a 10 minute drive. In the colder months, the cottage has a cozy, gas burning fireplace, which makes the living room warm and toasty. Both beds, and the futon were all very comfortable for sleeping. The kitchen was well-appointed, and the second bathroom addition was great. The fenced in back yard offered privacy, and they have just added a beautiful new deck. I stayed here almost 6 weeks, and I will be back every year! This cottage offers the true feeling of "getting away". They have private access to Oak Creek across the street, which would be amazing in the summer. One of my favorite hikes in Sedona, Sterling Pass, is just a few hundred yards away. Thank you, Alice and Larry, for sharing your property so others may enjoy!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Regina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place to stay! Can't wait to visit again :)
Such a cozy cottage with amazing hosts and a lovely and super friendly neighborhood. I can't wait to return. Thank you, Alice & Larry!
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
This was such a pleasant, calm, easy stay. The property is charming & nurturing. And the view - it is just impossible to be so close and see the gorgeous red rock cliff, hear the creek, and feel anything but grounded, peaceful. The cottage is fully equipped and so cozy. I completely enjoyed cooking, walking, visiting the neighbors & their dogs. I work remotely and Alice set up a small desk with monitor / keyboard / mouse for me. I put it next to the gas fireplace & stared out at the red rocks while I worked. The location is perfect - just outside the bustle of town, but so close it’s easy to do errands and reach all the trails. I fully recommend this place and lovely hosts for a calming getaway.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is cozy and in a beautiful location. It has everything you need. Can't wait to come back
Excellent! Great hosts. Always available.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape to Oak Creek Canyon
Alice & Larry's house is located in a perfect little gated neighborhood with a great view up the side of the canyon. Most of the time we seemed to be practically the only ones around other than frequent visits from foraging deer. The neighbors we did bump into seemed quite friendly. There's access to the creek across the road, and a cafe with a great back patio a couple miles down the highway. There was some traffic noise from Highway 89A during certain times of the day, but the nights were relatively quiet. The house was just about right for two adults and two cats. Being from Phoenix, we all loved having the windows open for cool breezes mornings and evenings in August. And we were blessed with some rain on almost every day we were there. Alice & Larry were very accommodating and helpful. I suppose the biggest compliment we can give regarding our overall experience is to say that we're re-booking for next year!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert D., Lake Zurich USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sedona
Great experience very memorable
Stayed 48 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele B., Pittsburgh PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful little cottage in Oak Creek Canyon with easy access to Sedona.
This cottage fit our needs perfectly. Our dog appreciated the fenced in yard and we loved the deck Waking up in the morning to red rock views, starlit skies at night, easy access to all things Sedona and friendly neighbors with helpful hints added to a wonderful month we will long remember as a special time in our lives.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Has EVERYTHING, for long term stay. Great size & location!
The cottage had everything we needed for our 6 week stay. It was the perfect size, and really loved the location in Oak Creek Canyon. It was close enough to Sedona to enjoy the activities there, yet far enough away to make you feel, you were away from it all. Very clean; new washer & dryer, comfy beds, nice yard and deck. Indian Gardens Cafe was a short distance away to get great lattes. Hosts were great, and very responsive to any questions or concerns. Would love to stay here again, if we return to Sedona area.
Stayed 40 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious days in Oak Creek
The house sits just inside the road along #89A in a private quiet neighborhood with modest homes. The house is clean and and well maintained and has a sweet sunny window filled Az room that leads to the large deck. The fenced backyard is brimming with grass and fruit trees. The red cliffs behind the house are quite a sight in the morning, and after a rain. Alice and Larry were quick to respond when we had any issues. We felt safe and secure at all times during our stay. We enjoyed greeting the neighbors on our daily dog walks around the neighborhood loop.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every day just got better
The house was perfect for my dog and me. The beds are comfortable, the bathrooms have everything you need, the kitchen is fully stocked with every appliance you could want and the location is just gorgeous. I wish the sofa in the den was more comfortable to watch a movie, but not a show stopper! I loved the drive into town and back. (both to Flagstaff and Sedona) The neighbors are lovely. I will be staying again. Thank you so much for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location
The property is located in beautiful oak creek canyon. Your close to Sedona, Flagstaff (where we went for supplies), and Phoenix. The location puts you in short distance to many hiking trails. The cottage is located next to Slide Rock State Park. The scenery around the cottage is amazing.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We really enjoyed our stay at the property. We would definitely book here again if we were planning another visit to Sedona!
Stayed 38 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting
We loved the cozy house and the magnificent views!!!!! We enjoyed delicious, juicy peaches from the tree. Very comfortable bed also!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet cottage in Sedona
I had a lovely month here with my little dog. The cottage was tucked in a private, small community on Oak Creek. The red rock cliff face is yours to gaze at and marvel its beauty every day. Sedona is a few miles down the road, which is a gorgeous drive. If you bring a pet it is perfect, a very nice deck and fenced yard in the back. The neighbors are friendly and helpful. Thank you for sharing this lovely place.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sedona trip
Very clean and nice place. Very good landlords
Stayed 55 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
I really fell in love with this cottage. Located in Oak Creek Canyon, it is only minutes away from Sedona, the best of both worlds. The cottage has a cozy, retro vibe and is equip with everything one needs. The back yard is large and fenced. The path down to the creek was too difficult for me, but I am told many people can hike it. I enjoyed hearing the creek from the comfort of the deck. I also enjoy early morning yoga and star gazing on the deck. Larry and Alice made my first experience with VRBO extremely easy and very pleasant. Larry was very responsive in providing necessary repairs, lawn maintainence, adjusting the sprinkler schedule, and even providing an additional fan. The neighbors were so warm and welcoming, I hated to leave.

10/10 Excellent

Dora R., Talkeetna, Alaska

Home away from home
I spent 5 months calling this cozy cottage home. I love it! I am dreaming about my next winter and most likely will try to stay here again.
Stayed 166 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shirwil L., Madison WI

Relaxing location - close to Sedona and great hiking
The cozy Cottage is a charming get away nestled in the rocks that was a wonderful “home” for us for the month. It was stocked with just about everything one might need - and we did most of our eating at home - so we appreciated the various kitchen items. It was so much fun to see the change from winter to spring - especially with the fruit trees starting to bloom - and to be able to quickly grab the binocs in the cottage to look at various birds passing through, especially the ones we don’t see at home! Got to read Zane Grey’s CALL OF THE CANYON tucked in the "library" too - Wasn’t at the top of my list, but hey, we’re here! There are SO many trails in the Sedona area and once we got used to the traffic nuances we got around Sedona just fine - had no problems parking at trailheads - and continued to marvel at the variety in all the trails. Once our hikes were done it was so nice to head back up the Canyon to the cottage - traffic noise was there but never too much - After all we were staying in the Canyon. I would only say that there really isn't much opportunity to do a simple walk more than a small loop around the neighborhood - We did the Sterling Pass Trail once but that was once. There was Oak Creek across the highway howeverOak Creek was still showing a lot of devastation from the earlier floods. It was fun to hear it from the back deck as it roared on by. Hanging out by the Creek wasn't really all that great because of all the damage - did see a pair of Mergansers when we went down at the end of our stay. Alice and Larry were wonderful to deal with - Obviously they have enthusiasm for their cottage and the area - and very responsive to the couple of little things that came up. Great hosts. If we are ever in the area again looking for a long term rental the Cozy Cottage would definitely be on our list!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L., Phoenix, Arizona

FABULOUS COTTAGE!
May 1-Sept. 1, 2018 We had a wonderful time staying in Oak Creek Canyon Cottage this summer! The cottage is so cute and cozy, it made us feel right at home. Super location, in a quiet neighborhood, with the most friendly of neighbors. The red rock view is stunning! We really enjoyed having coffee in the morning while delighting in the view. In addition, the many fruit trees are delightful! We had the best stay and hope to return soon.
Stayed 92 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cara L.

Cozy country cottage
My family and I enjoyed staying here very much. The owners are kind people who put comfort and care to small details for their guests. Couldn't ask for a nicer experience !
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2017