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A River Rock Cabin in Cascabel
- Cabin
- People: 4
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min. Stay: 7–10 nights
Built 100 yrs ago. Sleeps 2 + a double bed in nearby 'penthouse' that's extra $
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
The Penthouse
Double Beds (1) standard double bed, Double bed in the Penthouse also. That is rented separately for a small fee, less for long term stays. Please negotiate with owner. That space is not rented to anyone else, only to those staying in the cabin.
Facilities
Featured
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- Children Welcome
- Parking
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1
- Bathhouse is separate from the cabin. It contains a shower, sink and a composting toilet system. There are 3 steps up to get inside and a grab bar on the outside. Footing is a little uneven.
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kiton top of clothing cabinet
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisherobvious
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Mountain viewIn the San Pedro river valley with the Rincons and Catalinas to the west and the Galiuros to the east
General
- Telephonecell service is very spotty
- Linens providedyes, bed made
- Washing machinePlease plan on using the Benson laundromat
- Fireplaceoutdoor fireplace indoor woodstove
- Parking availablenext to cabin
- InternetInternet is available. There is a booster inside the cabin.
- Towels availableyes
- Wireless InternetThe booster in the cabin/porch will receive the wifi signal
- Wood stoveyes
- Toilet roll
Kitchen
- Fridgesmall refrig in cabin larger refrig for long term stays
- HobNo stove but 2 hotplates which may be taken outside on the porch and plugged in there, as can the electric fry pan. Or a propane 2 burner camping stove is available.
- Oventoaster oven only
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee makerdrip or french press
- Toastertoaster and toaster oven
- Dishes & utensilsDishes, glasses, silverware and cooking utensils all available. Outdoor fireplace cooking utensils also provided.
- Kitchensmall sink, counters for prep, cutting board
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 4 people
- Dining area
- DiningIn colder weather you can eat at the counter in the cabin. Table on the porch ideal for meals and a large table out there can serve as a prep area or craft table.
Entertainment
- BooksThere are books in the cabin and a great library at the Community Center
Outside
- Terracescreened porch
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term renters welcome
Notes
- If keeping your vehicle pristine is a priority, you won't like the road dust you gather as you make your way here. I need to emphasize for long term renters... those wishing to stay longer than 3 weeks... that an overnight here is advised. When you stay this long, you will provide your own maintenance whether it be with maintaining the composting toilet or helping to keep up the wood supply for the cabin. I try to stay ahead of need but it is always more fun to do it together.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed
Smoking allowed - prefer smoking only on porch/outsideprefer smoking only on porch/outside
Max guests: 4
- DUring Covid 19, minimum stay is 14 days.
Cleaning practices
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
Property has guest safety measures
Minimum three-day vacancy between guests’ stays
Cleaned with disinfectant
Location
Hosted by Sue
Ask a questionAbout Sue
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.
Sue purchased this Cabin in 2005
Why Sue chose Cascabel
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 Cabin 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.
- Languages:
- English
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.