Nestled in the mountains of northern Arizona and surrounded by the dense Coconino National Forest, Flagstaff offers an ideal landscape for a host of recreational activities. The town also serves as a popular home base for a host of nearby national parks and landmarks. But you don't have to be the outdoorsy type to book a Flagstaff vacation rental. Home to popular festivals, a world-renowned observatory, and the Northern Arizona University campus, Flagstaff welcomes cerebral types in search of educational institutions. No matter your reason for coming to Flagstaff, you're bound to leave with a smile on your face.
Science takes center stage at the Lowell Observatory, where you can peer through telescopes and see exhibits on the solar system. The Museum of Northern Arizona covers a variety of topics, examining everything from ecology to the cultural landscape of the Colorado Plateau. If you really want to reach back into the region's history, visit Wupatki National Monument, home to the dwellings of the Ancient Pueblo people. Looking for an escape to nature? Treat yourself to a leisurely stroll through the 200-acre Arboretum at Flagstaff, or make the 90-minute drive to the majestic beauty of Grand Canyon National Park.
Right outside the door of your Flagstaff vacation rental you'll find a region ripe for adventure. The Arizona Snowbowl offers a variety of trails for skiers and a terrain park for snowboarders. Flagstaff also caters to outdoor enthusiasts with its network of hiking, running, and biking trails. Prefer to exercise your mind? The city's artistic side shines at its numerous festivals, covering topics from movies and books, and by boasting its own light opera company and symphony orchestra. Music fills the air during the outdoor summer concerts or whenever a band hits the stage at the historic 1911 Orpheum Theater.
Booking a Flagstaff vacation rental for the winter? While daytime highs hover around the 40s, the town gets pummeled with around 100 inches of powder annually. January through March is particularly snowy, with up to 20 inches of snow each month. Daytime highs in the spring and fall stay in the comfortable 50s and 60s, but evening temperatures can dip below freezing. Early summers in Flagstaff are typically warm, sunny, and dry with highs in the 70s and 80s, while late summers, particularly July and August, see an increase in rainfall.
Flagstaff offers a remarkably pristine scenery, as the San Francisco Peaks, a rugged, volcanic mountain range, rise in the north, including the 12,633-foot Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona. The Ponderosa Pines of Coconino National Forest lie directly to the east and offer a lush landscape filled with canyons, small lakes, creeks, and streams. The lush forest is also home to such wildlife as horned toads, blue herons, and bald eagles, but keep a watchful eye for black bears and mountain lions. The famous red rocks of Sedona are just 50 minutes to the south of Flagstaff.
Fly into Flagstaff Pulliam Field (FLG), the closest airport, located 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Sedona, AZ (SDX), which is 25.2 mi (40.6 km) away.
If you'd prefer to travel by train, you can make your way to Flagstaff Station.
Families with children are spoiled for choice for how to spend time in Flagstaff. Vacation homes can be found near kid-friendly attractions like the North Pole Experience, a Christmas-themed amusement with Santa’s workshop, a bakery, and elf school, and Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course, a facility with treetop obstacle courses and games. Kids will also like the Pioneer Museum, a former hospital with artifacts of northern Arizona’s farming and transportation history.
Whether you're searching for an intimate escape for you and your boo or a sprawling house to fit all your friends, you'll find some top vacation rentals in and around Flagstaff. Here are a couple to get you thinking:
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Punching far above its weight when it comes to character and ingenuity, a tiny house vacation rental in Flagstaff delivers big adventure. Unplug all your gadgets and switch your focus to nature at one of these pocket-sized escapes:
Whether you're seeking a simple retreat or something a little more upmarket, you'll find a fabulous selection of log cabins to rent in Flagstaff. Discover a lovely blend of coziness and adventure at one of these traveler favorites:
Forget about catching up on chores, because weekends were made for fun. Get cozy at one of these weekend getaways in and near Flagstaff and enjoy all the awesome things to do nearby:
Typically small in size, easy on the wallet and conveniently located, it's hard not to fall for the charms of a studio apartment. Settle into one of these vacation rentals and experience the culture of Flagstaff up close:
There are loads of attractions around Flagstaff you shouldn't miss. Feed the culture vulture in you by visiting Myra's Art Gallery and Young Museum.
Locating a short-term rental in or near Flagstaff won't be a problem if you only have a couple of nights free. Whether you're looking for a little apartment for one or a house that'll fit a family, you'll find the right place on Vrbo. Here are two of our top options:
Whether spent in a luxury condo or a rustic cabin, a romantic weekend getaway is an excellent way to say "I love you." Whisk your sweetheart away for a couple of leisurely days at one of these popular escapes in or near Flagstaff:
Big groups mean a whole lot of fun. They also mean finding a place that'll easily fit your crew. Check out our large group vacation rentals in or around Flagstaff and get everybody together under one roof:
If you're planning a celebration and your invite list is lonnnng, don't stress about finding someplace big enough for everyone. We've got large vacation rentals in and around Flagstaff ideal for family getaways, anniversary parties and more. Try these on for size:
Nothing says fun times like a pool does. Dust off your flamingo floatie and check out these houses in or near Flagstaff that feature this vacation necessity:
Flagstaff has a mediterranean climate, with average summertime temperatures hovering between 60 ºF and 80 ºF. But there's no need to wait until summertime to visit. Take a look at the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to find the perfect Flagstaff vacation rental and organize your getaway for whenever you like.