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Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6398.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Moab, UT
  • Red Cliffs Adventure Lodge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moab KOA
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Arches National Park Visitor Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Moab, UT (CNY-Canyonlands Field)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Common spaces

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Main bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05

Balanced Rock Cabin #05 is your cozy desert retreat just 1.5 miles from downtown Moab! Inspired by the iconic Arches formation, this tiny home sleeps up to 4 with a king bedroom, queen pull-out sofa, and fun loft space. Enjoy a full kitchen, private deck, and all the essentials for a comfy stay. Perfect for families, friends, and adventurers looking to explore Arches, Canyonlands, and beyond!

Edge of the Desert is conveniently located at 1251 Millcreek Drive on the east side of Moab, offering the perfect balance of easy access and peaceful surroundings. Just minutes from the Sand Flats Recreation Area, you’ll be close to some of Moab’s most iconic outdoor experiences—including mountain biking trails, Fins & Things, and the legendary Hell's Revenge off-road route.

The area is a unique mix of residential and commercial, giving you a sense of community while still being close to restaurants, shops, and all that Moab has to offer.

Whether you're here to explore, relax, or both, you'll love our central yet quiet location as your launchpad for adventure.

Getting Here

Edge of the Desert is just 1.5 miles from the heart of downtown Moab—a quick 3 to 4-minute drive to restaurants, shops, and local attractions.

✔️ Arches National Park is only 5 miles north, with an easy 10 to 15-minute drive to the park entrance.
✔️ Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky District) is about 35 miles away, and typically takes 45 minutes to reach by car.
✔️ For a more remote experience, the Needles District (south entrance of Canyonlands) is around an hour’s drive from our property.

Whether you’re here to explore the parks, cruise the trails, or enjoy downtown Moab, you’ll find that Edge of the Desert puts you right where you need to be.

Property manager

Sharon, Richard, Josh or Annie Relph
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Moab

Located in Moab, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Arches National Park and Arches National Park Visitor Center. Monument Basin and Swanny City Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Moab, UT

What's nearby

  • Red Cliffs Adventure Lodge - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Moab KOA - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sand Flats Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Slickrock Bike Trail - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Arches National Park Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Moab, UT (CNY-Canyonlands Field) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Giliberto's Mexican Taco Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moab Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moab Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zax Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Edge of the Desert Balanced Rock Cabin #05 located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Rotary Park, Red Cliffs Adventure Lodge and Monument Basin. Moab KOA and Millers Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita D.

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

Perfect getaway

This was such a nice and convenient place to stay to the parks we wanted to visit The place was very clean, beds were comfy , kitchen was nice they provided Kcups and left cookies as a welcome. Definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley D.

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

Love Moab!

A true tiny house, but location was great, and it was clean and well appointed for its size!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Quiet, enjoyable stay in Moab

We loved this quiet, clean, ‘tiny’ house. It was actually very spacious and comfortable. Moab is an exceptional destination and this was a good base camp!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross B., Appleton

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

Moab tiny house

We had a wonderful stay in the house. It was very clean and stocked well with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. We had enough paper towel and toilet paper, hand soap and dish soap. It was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. Loved sitting on the porch and reading. They even left 2 scrumptious cookies on the table for us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Moab tiny house

Property was clean and neat, exactly as advertised. It was quiet and conveniently located just a mile or so from downtown Moab to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Wonderful stay!

The perfect location. The unit was very clean and very well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

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

Moab, Utah

This little quaint property is not what you'd expect! It is super cute and dainty on the outside but very modern and comfy on the inside. My best friend, her husband, and my husband all loved it here. We would recommend it for anyone with kids or even just adults and we will be coming back! Sharon was just the sweetest and is so amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Charming place, close to everything

Very clean and fully-stocked rental. Larger than we expected for a Tiny House. About a mile from Moab city and close to Canyonlands and Arches. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The tiny house was perfect for a family of four with kids. The kids.loved sleeping in the loft.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Moab stay

Place was very clean, wonderful communication with owners and recommendations of sights and activities. Enjoyed our stay would diffinatly stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hank A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean and a nice place to stay. It was convenient to get around and had no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John S., Fort Worth

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

Great place to stay!

My wife and I rented this property for 4 days. It is perfect for a quick trip! Sharon was super helpful when it came time to park my 26’ Jeep trailer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H., Ballwin

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

The edge of the Desert is just as the VRBO owner pictures and descriptions indicate.

We stayed for 3 nights as we saw the sights around Moab. Our tiny home was very clean and well stocked with anything we needed. It is very easy access to Arches and Canyonland national park and the activities of Moab. It is also a very peaceful and quiet place to sit on the porch and enjoy the end of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sandy P.

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

Great place if you love the tiny home concept with a generous size bedroom.

This was a very nice place. We knew going into it that the loft was only 4 feet high. Did prove a little tricky for the couple who stayed up there. One thing we noticed is the stairway was very narrow and steep.This place was clean and tidy. The owner was very quick to respond to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sharon, Richard, Josh or Annie Relph

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Welcome to Edge of the Desert – your cozy desert escape in the heart of Moab, Utah.

Whether you're here for a wedding celebration, a family getaway, or a thrilling outdoor adventure, our collection of modern cabins offers the perfect place to rest, recharge, and reconnect. Located just minutes from Arches National Park and Moab’s iconic trails, Edge of the Desert is where comfort meets the call of the wild.

Our cabins are designed for all types of travelers — from couples saying “I do” to families making memories and adventurers chasing red rock sunsets. With thoughtful amenities, peaceful surroundings, and easy access to Moab’s best attractions, Edge of the Desert is more than just a place to stay — it’s where your desert story begins.

Come for the views, stay for the experience.

Why they chose this property

Experience the best of Moab’s adventure and natural beauty while enjoying the comfort of a peaceful retreat. Edge of the Desert is ideally located for easy access to world-class hiking, biking, off-roading, and iconic national parks—then welcoming you back to a quiet, thoughtfully designed community of 22 modern tiny homes.

Whether you’re traveling solo, vacationing with family, or planning a group getaway, our property is perfect for reunions, weddings, and outdoor adventures. Each cabin includes at least one dedicated parking spot, and most units offer up to three spaces right at your doorstep. We also happily accommodate trailers, bikes, and off-road gear, making it easy to bring all your toys.

Let Edge of the Desert be your basecamp for adventure, where comfort, convenience, and connection come together in the heart of the red rock desert.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests