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Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park

Holiday home in Torrey with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Sandcreek Cottage
Newly remodeled kitchen
Almost every kitchen helper you can imagine.
Plenty of seating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Torrey, UT
  • Place, Fruita
  • Place, Dixie National Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunkroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park

A cozy, secluded, gingerbread cottage set on 5 treed acres in Sleeping Rainbow. Four scenic minutes from Torrey -- a sweet, tree-lined village just 11 gorgeous miles from Capitol Reef NP. Every room has a great view, including the bathrooms! Fully equipped kitchen. Dining table seats 8 plus 4 bar stools. Rock BBQ. Sleeps six: two queen, pillow-top, memory-foam beds, and a set of bunk beds. Large-screen TV in the living room. Wifi and internet/smart TV.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please let me know when you check out, text 801-759-5689
Please turn off air/heat and lights
Come again for a return discount :)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep food in the kitchen, country mice love to explore.
Please consider taking shoes off when entering the house. This keeps for a cleaner house.
Please use a washcloth to wipe down your body in the shower, the towels can't be reused if the desert, red dirt gets on them, it does not come out.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Torrey

Located in Torrey, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitol Reef National Park and Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Torrey, UT

What's nearby

  • Dixie National Forest - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center - 23 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Panorama Point & Gooseneck Overlook - 26 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Goosenecks Overlook - 26 min drive - 20.6 km
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - 27 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rock Reef Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Broken Spur Inn & Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wild Rabbit Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Slackers Burger Joint - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcreek Cottage / Fabulous Views on Five Acres / Capitol Reef National Park located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Fishlake National Forest and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Dixie National Forest. Capitol Reef National Park and Gifford Homestead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linnea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place

Property was as listed...clean, comfy, super close to Capitol Reef National Park. Air conditioning kept the house comfortable on hot days. Kitchen was well supplied for our size family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this cute desert cottage. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed for cooking after long days of hiking. We especially enjoyed the beautiful views from the house and star gazing at night. Mia made sure to check in frequently to ensure we had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view!

Charming little cottage conveniently located a short drive from Capitol reef national Park. This cottage is equipped with everything you your friends and family would need for a comfortable clean pleasant stay. The owner is an excellent communicator and reached out multiple times to make sure that we were not only happy with the property, but that we were enjoying our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home

This property is very well appointed. Great location. Great host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Every thing you need is here. Best equipped kitchen we have experienced. Very quiet location with great views. Proximity to Capitol Reef NP a major draw. And Mia was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for stargazing

Great location, very close to Capitol Reef. Torrey has restaurants, gas station, etc. If the skies are clear at night, it's perfect for star gazing. Communication with owner is the best we've had for a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Comfortable, bright, quiet, and spacious, well stocked and supplied. We loved that things are labled! Great base for exploring Capitol Reef NP, Grand Staircase Escalante, and Goblin State Park areas. Beautiful views from property and spectacular starry night sky. A great place to stay while exploring this incredibly beautiful corner of Utah!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay while Visiting Capitol Reef N.P.

We had a great stay at this lovely home while visiting Capitol Reef National Park. The neighborhood is very quiet and we enjoyed star gazing in this Dark Sky community. The kitchen was big and well stocked, and the living room was very comfortable to relax in after hiking in the Park. We would have liked to have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet w 5 star views.

We loved this charming property - fabulous red rock views out of every window - even the shower. Well stocked kitchen, very comfortable beds w nice linens, exceptionally clean. We slept in the east bedroom and awakened each morning to a jewel-toned sunrise. A lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Gathering

A perfect location for a family gathering! Wonderful location for fun in Capitol Reef! Great kitchen, wonderful bedrooms, great space! Our host was so easy to communicate with and everything we could need was there waiting for us. Including trail recommendations and maps and visit ideas. Wonderful game closet
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Drive to Capitol Reef

Mia’s property is a perfect location to explore and hike in Capitol National Park. The house has one of the best equipped kitchens we have ever experienced in a vacation rental. This was a helpful because we enjoy cooking no matter where we are. The beds are very comfortable, the house has good wi-fi, access to many streaming platforms, nice book selection, and great views. We would definitely stay in this house in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandcreek Cottage

My family absolutely loved staying at the cottage during our family vacation to Capitol Reef! The house was very clean, very well stocked, and totally charming. The area is beautiful and peaceful. We had plenty of room for the 6 of us and it was nice to relax comfortably during our down time. Mia was attentive and checked on us when the weather took a cold turn. We use a lot of vacation rentals and this has been one of the best experiences we've had. We'd love to stay there again some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home away from home

A chef's kitchen - particularly well designed and fully equipped. Colorful designer living room. Very spacious dining table with large picture windows. Bathrooms small but adequate. Mia provided good directions and instructions, and responded quickly to our questions. There were 360 degree scenic views of cliffs and mountains, and nights were quiet and dark for sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful base for Capitaol Reef

We stayed here for five nights and have nothing but fond memories. It's on the outskirts of Torrey, which is a lovely little town. The property itself has two bedrooms and a very comfortable open-plan downstairs. The kitchen was among the best equipped we have found on numerous VRBO rentals. Everything worked and the Owner was very prompt is passing on any information. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to come home to after hiking all day!

Comfortable updated home with a cooks' kitchen. When home, we spent most of our waking hours around large kitchen table with incredible views through 2 large picture windows. (Spectacular sunsets & sunrises, resident young jack rabbits that we enjoyed feeding carrots & a small deer herd.) We especially enjoyed experiencing Torrey's International Dark Sky Award in the lawn chairs provided, @ the end of a long day with or without a glass of wine! Very kind, helpful & responsive owners that are nearby if needed. We would enjoy staying here again if in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Wonderful home with fabulous views in a peaceful, beautiful location. Very well-equipped kitchen and dining area, and very comfortable living room, where we were able to read, write, watch TV, and hang out while not hiking in Capitol Reef. Mia, via email, and Dyanna, in person, were delightful hosts: very responsive and generous. (Dyanna offered us fresh fruit and greens from her garden, which were delicious, and a commitment to our comfort!) The upstairs rooms are a little funkier than the downstairs ones, where we spent most of our time, but the beds were comfortable, the bathroom well-organized and functional, and all the bedrooms were spacious and inviting. We felt as if we were staying with friends!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the most satisfying experiences

Difficult to list all the superlatives: beautiful views, home-like experience, very well stocked kitchen with even sharp knives, lots of games, books, puzzles; great wood burning stove with lots of seasoned logs and kindling, even had yoga mats. Mia was most responsive, typically within minutes. Can’t say enough positives. Close enough to Capitol Reef NP. I forgot a toothbrush and of course the cottage had 2 new ones. I
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage with views!

My husband and I spent 2 nights and would have loved to stay longer. We were somewhat apprehensive when we first arrived because the exterior is in need of some TLC, but once we were inside, it felt like home. This cottage is so clean and very well furnished. It’s just filled with those little things that make it feel so much like home—from the plants, candles and cozy lamps in the living room to the colorful spreads on the beds to the lotions and tons of towels folded neatly in the bathrooms. And when we had a power outage our first night, Dianna was quick to respond to help us and Mia even checked on us the next day. And just like the online description, there are views from every window and you will see bunnies frequenting the yard. The house sits on a very large lot so it’s very peaceful and quiet. I just can’t say enough good things about this place, but I think it’s obvious we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kendra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so relaxing to come back to this cabin after our busy days. My kids laughed so hard playing twister. The sky was so beautiful! I have never stayed in a place that felt like home for us, the property manager has thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Sandcreek Cottage. It is such a cozy and welcoming place in an amazingly beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, comfy, well equipped and ideally situated house, with great views out all windows and 15 minute drive to Capitol Reef. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 for location and stunning views! Amazing sunrises and beautiful starry nights. Very well stocked and large kitchen. We loved having a kettle and tea pot complete with tea cozy! Plenty of towels etc. High quality washer and dryer. The water supply is from a local spring and is wonderful. Great not having to buy bottled water for hiking etc. Great dining room with excellent views. Very quiet location with a comfortable sitting room to relax after long hikes. We would definitely stay again. Highly recommended!
Starry nights.
Sunrise
Mount Ellen, Henry Mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. The host was both proactive and responsive. The views are amazing. Breathtaking sunrises. Glorious vistas during the day. Awe-inspiring stars at night. The location is ideal for access to Capitol Reef which has become one of our favorite national parks. The home was clean and well-stocked with nice amenities. For example, we used the French press coffee maker daily. Nice touch. Very good Wi-Fi.The home has a few quirks (What home doesn’t?), though we found them to be more charming than problematic. We would stay here again should we choose to visit this area in the future. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful home! Fantastic stay!!

We absolutely loved this home and its location! It was very well equipped, quiet and comfortable. There are lots of books, games and brochures to check out. The home is very close to Capital Reef and walkable to town. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot, very quiet and private

Mia was fantastic and easy to communicate with, she was such a help. The house is exactly as listed, it worked out great for 2 adult couples. Two similar bedrooms upstairs with the bathroom in between, everyone is equal. The kitchen was stocked with EVERYTHING, living room cozy, and great views out of every window. Out of our four nights, we only had one good for stargazing, but it's PERFECT for it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mia Hayes

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I’m a schoolteacher and my husband is a civil engineer. We live in Salt Lake City. We love the desert and national parks.

Why they chose this property

We bought this cottage because we love Torrey and all the magnificent national parks in southern Utah. My mother lives there as well! We travel all over the world but Torrey tops our favorites list. We have two adult daughters who adore staying in the cottage. You’ll love it too.

What makes this property unique

The views from every room in the house are unparalleled. Views of snow-capped mountains and red-rock cliffs.
The kitchen is as well equipped as it's possible to be.

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