Cabin in Benson, AZ

A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel

A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel

Photo gallery for A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel

Cabin is just shy of 100 years.... lots of history here.
bathhouse is to the right of the cabin
Yes, your dog is welcome if it is under control - can't go in the horse pens.
Looking out the screen porch
Food storage cabinets, a counter for eating or working at your computer.

Overview of A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 416 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Benson, AZ
  • AirportTucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)86 min drive
  • Popular LocationPima Air and Space Museum94 min drive
  • Popular LocationDavis-Monthan Air Force Base101 min drive
  • Popular LocationSabino Canyon115 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

The Penthouse

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel

Built in the ancient floodplain of the fabled San Pedro River, this rustic old cabin has been fully electrified and refurbished. It is 1 room with a large screened porch doubling its living space. It has a double bed - towels, pillows and bed linens provided.
There is a counter for eating and food prep plus a sink with hot water and small refrigerator, a microwave, toaster oven and all sorts of electrical appliances for cooking.
Heating is with a small pot bellied wood stove that came out of a caboose. Wood is provided. No need to bring bottled water.
The bathhouse is separate with a hot shower, colorful Mexican sink and a composting toilet. There is additional space and refrigeration for food storage for long term stays.
Sustainability is a watchword in this community which is most concerned about the impact to the land and its creatures that we humans bring.
Outdoors next to the cabin is a Mexican adobe fireplace with a grill. Sit by the fire in the evening or get it going early and cook your meal there.
The cabin seems to have an old fashioned 'pay it forward' atmosphere as people often voluntarily fill the woodbox for the next guest and leave the place surprisingly clean.
Of course there are the sounds and smells of the animals along with a dusty atmosphere. We are part of a working ranch operation. If this is objectionable, this isn't the place for you. Please ask questions before booking if you are uncertain about something. This is wilderness.
Interested in Conservation Ranching? Know someone who is? We’re always looking for folks who would like to learn about what we are doing and would like to help. There’s often a fence to check on range (spectacular views), cows to look for on range (great hiking to find them if you can), or mesquite treelets and thistle to dig out of the irrigated pastures. Let us know if this is something you would like to explore, and we’ll work out a plan. Own vehicle essential.

Property manager

Sue

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Prefer smoking only on porch/outside
DUring Covid 19, minimum stay is 14 days.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Benson

This cabin is located in Benson. Local points of interest include Gammons Gulch, Tanque Verde Falls, and Singing Wind Bookshop. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Pima County Fairgrounds - 87 min drive
  • Pima Air and Space Museum - 94 min drive
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 101 min drive
  • Park Place Mall - 104 min drive
  • Sabino Canyon - 115 min drive

Getting around

  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 87 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

Where is A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel located?

Situated in Benson, this cabin is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Gammons Gulch and within 32 mi (52 km) of Coronado National Forest and San Pedro Valley Arts and Historical Museum. Vega–Bray Observatory and Benson Hospital are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cascabel Cabin
Our second trip to the River Rock Cabin: we were here a month ago and couldn't wait to return. Cascabel is a wonderful place, with an absolutely wonderful community. Sue was great, and we can't get enough of Orey!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue's Cascabel Cabin
Our three-night stay at the River Rock Cabin was an absolutely wonderful experience (although too short). Cascabel is a magical place, and the cabin was delightful. Sue was an amazing host who went way out of her way to help make our visit special. She has long been an integral part of the Cascabel community, and her knowledge of the area is impressive. She patiently answered my series of never-ending questions and was a wealth of information. This was not a normal vacation get-a-way, but rather a time of renewal and inspiration for the future. And I cannot forget to mention the wonderful presence of Orey, the Great Pyrenees guardian of the cabin and homestead, who provided us with love and affection, and made us laugh like we haven't laughed in a very long time. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly C., Choteau, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous and unique cabin
Sue was very responsive throughout the process. An excellent communicator. The cabin in the heart of Cascabel feels like a desert Brigadoon. This is a community that wants to preserve the traditions of rural Arizona. Amazing people, of which Sue is one. Our visit at the Rock House was the highlight of our trip. Our dogs loved it too.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for "off the grid" vacationing
We enjoyed our short stay in this nice secluded little area.

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little retreat house!
It’s small. But such a great little place with lots of hiking and exploring all around. Sue is super friendly. And Wednesday mornings there’s coffee and breakfast at the community center. Some truly lovely people! I think I may have found one of my favorite retreat spots. Keep in mind, it is a ranch. So your car and clothes will get dirty. But I think that’s part of the experience also.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sue

Host profile image
I left the east coast in '94 after a disastrous downsizing of the company I was working for and of course it was a gift in disguise..... once I got my feet firmly planted again.
I opened a boarding stable in Tucson and ran that until the city grew too big and close. So I moved out to the wilderness and started over again. It has been such a gift and I don't know that, if I was ever given the chance, I would have thought I would be allowed to choose such a life. The experience has been enhanced by living among a thriving, tiny community of people seeking the balance of what's best for the land and for themselves, making the land and its wild animals an equal partner in the equation.
We are doing conservation ranching, preserving an entire canyon while bringing it back from overgrazing, running cattle on range and on irrigated pasture, selling grass fed beef. None of this takes place on this property, but on the thousands of acres of range land and pasture some miles from here. I say this because I've had people ask if there was butchering or branding or whatever going on here. No there isn't.
Formerly I was married, living in Conn and eventually divorced and raising a daughter by myself. I worked as a professional photographer for 30 years while also working in printing and publications. My MA degree was from Syracuse School of Journalism.

Horses were always a large part of my life, even tho' I never owned one as a youngster but the time came when I had to let it all go. It was only in retirement that I was able to bring these fabulous animals back into my life.

Why they chose this property

When I was looking for property and came upon this place, I was really struck by the old cabin built into the side of the mesa. I could feel its potential and also its history. Once I settled in with the animals, I turned my attention to the cabin and saw, once I got windows in and opened it up, how welcoming it was. As was the land. The land is in one of the last remaining old mesquite bosques, very near the river, surrounded by desert leading up to mountains on both sides of the river. This is like a national park or refuge and is actually being considered for that status.

What makes this property unique

The energy of the surrounding land is palpable. Native ancient populations lived here in great numbers and on the mesa above me is one of the largest documented villages. It is now under conservation easement. Baicatcan. The hiking or riding in the valley takes you into unspoiled deep wilderness. Before I moved out here, each time I visited the valley, I could feel my whole body expand and relax and let in this clean air and wide open space, the amazing quiet and peacefulness. It is possible to do a Spirit walk with some Native American neighbors, if you ask me to arrange it.
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