Vacation Rentals by Owner

A Slice of Heaven on the Creek

Guest: Chris (Redondo Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/22/11 Review Submitted: 10/30/11

The house was lovely. Everything described and more! Every room has a breathtaking view of the creek and forest. The sound of the water will lull you to sleep every night, as you are literally right on top of the creek. A better location could not be found! I hope to be back and catch the leaves turning for fall next year! Everything one needed was in the house. The location is ideal in between Sedona and Flagstaff. So much to do in the area and so many wonderful hiking trails in the canyon and in Sedona. The accommodations were absolutely wonderful. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

A magical place on Oak Creek

Guest: Lyle (Tucson Arizona )
Date of Stay: 08/01/11 Review Submitted: 08/10/11

Good Morning Lisa You really did understate the beauty and charms of your home on Oak Creek...the pictures on the web site just don’t do it justice! Our family just returned from 6 days there and can hardly wait to go back! Folks out there reading this review need to know that the house is DIRECTLY on the Creek (my grandson caught his first trout!) and every room has a view that could be on a post card! You're just a short drive Sedona and immediately adjacent to the trail head to West Fork, one of the most beautiful hikes in Arizona. Thank you again for letting us be your guests, and like I said, we can’t wait for Christmas to go back for a week!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

SECOND TIME AROUND

Guest: PATRICIA & BILL (QUEENS, NEW YORK)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

WE FIRST STAYED HERE FOR ONLY TWO NIGHTS IN MARCH OF 2003. WE ARRIVED LATE AT NIGHT AND I DROVE DOWN TO SEDONA IN THE MORNING TO GET SOME COFFEE SINCE WE WERE SUPPOSED TO LEAVE THAT DAY. WHEN I SAW THOSE RED ROCKS MAGICALLY APPEAR IN MY WINDSHIELD FOR THE FIRST TIME I KNEW WE HAD TO STAY ANOTHER NIGHT. WHEN I FINALLY RETURNED TO THE HOUSE THE SUN WAS UP AND I SAW WHAT AN UNBELIEVABLE VISTA 38 SHADY LANE OFFERED. WE MADE THE MOST OF OUR ONE DAY THERE. EIGHT YEARS LATER WE WERE BACK AND EVERYTHING WAS JUST AS GLORIOUS AND DYNAMIC AS BEFORE, THE WALLS OF THE HOUSE WERE LIKE BIG WINDOWS OFFERING UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS. IT WAS LIKE BEING OUTSIDE WHEN YOU WERE INSIDE, A FEAST FOR THE EYES. THIS TIME WE STAYED FOR A WEEK AND HAD A BLAST.ONE THING WE WOULD RECOMMEND IS TAKING THE VERDE CANYON RAILROAD TRAIN RIDE OUT OF CLARKDALE. TO MAKE THIS EVEN MORE ENJOYABLE, GO TO JEROME AFTER THE RIDE AND HAVE DINNER AT THE ASYLUM RESTAURANT. IF WINE TASTING TICKLES YOUR FANCY THER ARE MANY GOOD CHOICES, BUT PAGE SPRINGS WINERY IN CORNVILLE IS A MUST. LASTLY ENJOY THE RED ROCKS, JUST RIDING AROUND IS GREAT FUN AND YOU GET TO EXERCISE YOUR IMAGINATION. IF THERE ARE CHILDREN OR YOU ARE A KID AT HEART CHECK OUT 'SNOOPY ROCK'. MANY THANKS TO THE MORAN FAMILY FOR ALLOWING US TO ENJOY THEIR BEAUTIFUL HOME. THIS IS A MEMORY WE WILL TREASURE ALWAYS.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Creek Side Paradise

Guest: Larry (Rockwood, Ontario Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10 Review Submitted: 10/27/10

It was a pleasant surprise to arrive at 3:00 a.m. (our time) to such a beautiful house. We enjoyed many a hike on the trails just next door, coffee on the balcony overlooking the creek, and fires in the fireplace. The panoramic views were ideal for viewing the evening lightning storms. All in all, a lovely week in Sedona and at Shady Lane. Thanks Lisa.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Walls of Windows

Guest: Cindy (Carefree, AZ)
Date of Stay: 06/30/10 Review Submitted: 07/21/10

We stayed two weeks and didn't want to leave!! The two bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs are eight feet above the water and the sound of the creek put us to sleep every night. Way better than camping! Ranger Frank gave us maps of the local hikes and was full of area information. The location was perfect to either go up to Flagstaff or down to Sedona. We went to the Snow Bowl and rode the ski lift to the top. We went to Munds Park for golf. Wine tasting, dinner and movies in Sedona. It was a very relaxing vacation. Thank you Lisa, for sharing your house with us!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Awesome Experience

Guest: Barry & Dan (Hector, NY/Fingerlakes Region)
Date of Stay: 04/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/02/10

Almost literally ON the creek, an excellent location. Private and much better than staying in a hotel. Awesome water pressure for a nice shower and a relaxing fire every night; you can't beat it. As nice, if not nicer than the photos. The Juniper Cafe down the road was very handy for breakfast on the deck every morning. Friendly staff. Amazing trails in the area; each one different from the other. Lisa was most accomodating via email and phone. No cell service; but really, who needs it? Was able to use the cell in town; but I guess the Ranger next door knows of a "magic triangle" for cell service. I didn't read that in the guest book until the last night. I cannot wait to visit Sedona again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Rebecca Smith (Wimberley, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/08/09 Review Submitted: 06/08/09

Awesome experience all the way around! The home is beautiful set in the most gorgeous lush cool green forest, waterfalls, with glorious sounds of birds and flowing water. The location is away from the crowds, so very private and secluded, but has easy access to every thing that is beautiful about Arizonia. Sedona is like no place in the world...loved it. Thank you Lisa!!

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Guest: Cynthia Tribble (Galveston, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/04/09 Review Submitted: 06/04/09

My family and I wanted to visit the Sedona area for a spiritual rejuvenation after Hurricane Ike ravaged our lives in September 2008, and a few short months later in March 2009, we lost our brother, son and brother-in-law, Dale. The moment we stepped into the home on 38 Shady Lane, we felt the peace and serenity of the home on the creek. The energy of the health of the flora and fauna that surrounded us and the sweet breath of the air helped us to connect to the spirit of God. We had a fire in the fireplace each night in the late days of May, which was highly unusual, but most desirable. The home was spacious, clean and well-equipped. We will return.

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Guest: The Lesters (Cleveland, OH)
Date of Stay: 03/30/08 Review Submitted: 03/30/08

We stayed in the home from March 22 - 29, 2008. It is a beautiful and comfortable home in a very beautiful setting. We have two teenagers, a 15 year old daughter and a 13 year old son. All of us enjoyed the hiking and sight-seeing. It was wonderful to wake up and hike out our front door. While on vacation we saw The Grand Canyon, went kayaking and mountain biking and did a lot of hiking. We also played miniature golf and went to the Sedona Library (free internet). On our last night we had a great homecooked dinner at the nearby Junipine resort. We were sorry that we hadn't discovered it sooner. All of us had a great time at the house and in Sedona. We hope to return in the future. Thank you, Linda

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Guest: John Martin1 (Charleston, South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 01/03/05 Review Submitted: 01/03/05

Thanks to Lisa for making this Christmas/New Year vacation one to remember. The home is located near all the places in SEDONA and Oak Creek Canyon that we wanted to visit and hike. We are looking forward to renting again this Summer. The Junipine Cafe is near and a good choice for breakfest. Regards, John Martin

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/08/04 Review Submitted: 09/08/04

The house is just as lovely as the pictures! It is new and roomy and spotless. We loved the location - about 10 degrees cooler in the canyon by the creek than in town - a real plus in the summertime. We loved sleeping with the windows open to hear the sound of the water. We hope to stay there again - my family was delighted with this place. Shirleyindallas

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Guest: The Kistners (Irvine, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/22/04 Review Submitted: 04/22/04

A very nice, well-appointed home in a wonderfully scenic location! The guys went trout fishing everyday and the girls waded and rock-hopped in the creek. We explored forest service roads around Sedona and Flagstaff and saw lots of elk around Flagstaff one evening. It was great just to hang out around the house, too, listening to the rushing water of the creek. Two thumbs up from us...er, make that four!

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Guest: The Owners
Date of Stay: 04/01/04 Review Submitted: 03/31/04

These comment's are from a book that we leave in the home for the guest to write in and tell us how they enjoyed their stay.

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Guest: The Langford's
Date of Stay: 11/30/03 Review Submitted: 11/29/03

We were amazed as walked in to such a beautiful & comfortable home! We had such a Wonderful Thanksgiving here with family. Our girls just love the creek & the outdoors. The rock hopping will be the highlight of their experience here. We just loved the time spent with our children here making long lasting memories. Thank you for trusting us and allowing us to use your beautiful home!

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Guest: The Hall's
Date of Stay: 11/25/03 Review Submitted: 11/24/03

We just wanted to thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We had such a wonderful time here. We can't thank you enough for your kindness, you were so wonderful to work with and you have done so much to make your home comfortable for all who stay here. This is truly a beautiful place. I couldn't believe our luck to find you and your home. Thank you again. We look forward to going back! The Hall's

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Guest: Embree's
Date of Stay: 03/25/03 Review Submitted: 03/24/03

The stay here was wonderful. We enjoyed the creek so much that we did'nt want to leave. The hiking trail was wonderous.All of our vacation was very nice and we would like to come back again. Thanks!

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Guest: Patrica & Bill
Date of Stay: 03/16/03 Review Submitted: 03/15/03

Thanks so much for allowing us to stay at your house, what a beautiful location for such a great house. We decided to stay an extra night because Sedona was quite a sight to see. Patricia & Bill

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Guest: The Cannady's
Date of Stay: 09/16/01 Review Submitted: 09/15/01

WOW, what and awesome place. We really had a hard time leaving. Wish we could live there forever. Can't what to come back. Thank You!

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Guest: The Manning's
Date of Stay: 05/25/01 Review Submitted: 05/24/01

We stayed here for a week. We were here to attend our daughter's graduation from Verde Valley school. Staying in the wonderful house made a special occasion even more special. We hate to leave, but our home in Florida awaits. We will come back ASAP.

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Guest: the Edgecombes
Date of Stay: 12/28/00 Review Submitted: 12/27/00

Wow! It is truly amazing. I can't express how pretty it is here! Go for a hike it is GORGEOUS! Thank You!

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Guest: Kreske's
Date of Stay: 12/26/00 Review Submitted: 12/25/00

This was a great place to have a family re-union at Christmas. The kids loved the nearby trails.Had fair weather untill the snow flurries on Christmas day. PERFECT!

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Guest: The Tapias
Date of Stay: 12/25/00 Review Submitted: 12/24/00

Happy Holidays were spent here with other family members. A super gathering spot. The snow and city is so gorgeous. It's a blessed New Year.

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Guest: The Barr's
Date of Stay: 09/01/00 Review Submitted: 08/31/00

What a beautiful star studded sky! The place , the atmosphere and the people are wonderful. We relaxed and enjoyed the peace. Thank You

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Guest: Rierson's
Date of Stay: 08/26/00 Review Submitted: 08/25/00

What a wonderful place to stay! We could'nt have asked for a nicer secluded spot in Sedona. This was perfect! The creek is beautiful, The fish were fun to watch & falling asleep was BLISS! We will definitely Be Back! Thank You So Much.

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Guest: The Taylor's
Date of Stay: 06/18/00 Review Submitted: 06/17/00

What a wonderful week this has been! Your home is beautiful in a beautiful setting! We have enjoyed the inside and the outside equally.My husband has fished everyday except for our day trip to the Grand Canyon.We have enjoyed lush green woods, rushing creek (how it lulls you to sleep!) and wonderful Red Rocks of Sedona.Our days have been divided between sightseeing and simply enjoying the great scenery right outside our front door.On our vacations we have normally stayed in a hotels, but decided this trip renting a house so we could really relax and have some down time. Staying in your home has definiely "spoiled" us. I don't think we could go back to hotels after having such a wonderful exerience like this. THANK YOU!

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Guest: Felix &Aquind family
Date of Stay: 04/18/00 Review Submitted: 04/17/00

We spent 3 days here. The scenery and the creek were awesome. The kids loved hopping across the rocks in the creek.

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Guest: The Province's
Date of Stay: 01/03/00 Review Submitted: 01/02/00

This is a beautiful spot. Much more to my suprise a snow storm. You have a lovely home and we enjoyed it. We watched 2000 come in around the world on the T.V. I will be 90 in January and this was the most remarkable New Year I have had. Thank You, Winifred

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Guest: The McElua's
Date of Stay: 03/23/99 Review Submitted: 03/22/99

We are planning to retire in Sedona in a few years. We have been here twice and this trip we wanted to stay in a home so we could better understand how it would be to live here. The week was wonderful your home is lovely and we spent most of our time here at the house and enjoying the setting which is lovely. Everday we hiked up the trail which is Splendid! Thank You

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