Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Cave Creek, AZ

Rancho Manana Golf Club13 min walk
Cave Creek Museum16 min walk
Boulders Golf Club8 min drive
Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Turtle House One-of-a-kind 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom Rare Fine

Our home is located right at the base of the spectacular Spur Cross Preserve. Its walking distance to Rancho Manana Golf Course and Tonto Bar and Grill. This is a unique chance to stay in the home of America's best known cowboy artist, Lon Megargee. Later the home of Irma Turtle, author, humanitarian, and amazing spirit that touched the lives and hearts of many. This home creates a feeling of peace and tranquility. It's private, quiet, and has amazing views and original art by the artist/homeowner.

With 3 en-suite bedrooms with new Smart TV's, and a beautifully decorated main room, dining room and one of the bedrooms, also has a futon bed. This home has a front courtyard that is enclosed with a firepit and horseshoes. The deck in the back has 180 degree views of the desert and is private and serene.

Property manager

Sarah Swan

Premier Host

Languages

Arabic, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cave Creek

This holiday home is located in Cave Creek. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cave Creek Regional Park and Cave Buttes Recreation Area, while Desert Ridge Marketplace and Cave Creek Museum are cultural highlights. Wild at Heart and Arizona Powerchutes are also worth visiting.

Cave Creek, AZ

What's nearby

Rancho Manana Golf Club - 13 min walk
Cave Creek Museum - 16 min walk
Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial - 5 min drive
Boulders Golf Club - 8 min drive
Mayo Clinic Hospital - 22 min drive

Getting around

Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬4 min drive
‪El Encanto Mexican Cafe - ‬15 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪The Hideaway - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine* pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine* located?

Situated in Cave Creek, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rancho Manana Golf Club and Cave Creek Museum. Black Mountain Trail and One To One Primary Care are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

22 Mar 2024

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

Allen and Friends

Very quiet and peaceful

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

15 Oct 2023

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

Highly recommend

Wonderful host. Wonderful home. Wonderful area. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

3 June 2022

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

Nice

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

25 Apr 2022

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

A beautiful view through every window!

A spacious, relaxing, beautiful and quirky home with plenty of room for the entire family to be together and apart. We loved dining on the back deck and enjoying the cool mornings and evenings. This house embodies southwest aesthetics and has a fascinating history. Check out the books by and about the previous owners that are available in the home. Close to hiking paths and a regional park, a great home for those who love to hike or ride horses amongst cacti!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

1 Mar 2022

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

Great Cave Creek Stay

Enjoyed the house and the location. Great hiking is just a few miles behind the house, bars and restaurants are around the corner, and golf at Rancho Manana is around the other corner. Excellent communication. We would come back again.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly M., Minnesota

20 Feb 2022

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

Great outdoor spaces!

Had a wonderful location in Cave Creek and we really enjoyed all three of the outdoor eating areas. The Yard was wonderful and it had a great fire pit

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

25 Jan 2022

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

Our winter escape from Michigan

We thoroughly enjoyed the property, it's rich history, and everything we did while in Arizona. Be sure to visit the Jewel of the Creek, which is only a few minutes from the property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy C.

3 Nov 2021

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

Very spacious

The property was way more spacious than the photos showed. The house was very cute and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Dec 2020

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

Fabulous Christmas

I cannot recommend this house enough. With COVID happening, it was the perfect staycation for Christmas with lots to do without leaving the house itself and a very cozy and welcoming feel. Amazing breakfast views, brisk walks around the property and fires in the fire pit every night. I can’t wait to book this house again next year.

8/10 Good

Helen L.

15 Mar 2020

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

Cave Creek property

Plus: comfortable beds and outdoor seating Minus: property seemed somewhat neglected - random cooking equipment, some unusable because of burned in food/grease. Main bedroom has no shades for privacy or darkness and nowhere to put clothes. The roof leaked while we were there and it was never addressed by the property manager. We still give it a 4 but someone needs to spend a couple of hours going through every cupboard and checking all the bedding.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

26 Nov 2019

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

Wedding Weekend

The property was accurate according to the description and pictures. Thank you for a wonderful stay and weekend as I prepared for my wedding.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, San Antonio

29 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had such an amazing time here! The decor and art made it so inviting and comfy. Loved all the separate areas to gather in. We were outside on the patios all the time. The front courtyard was great at night with the fire pit. We loved the place.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

10 Oct 2019

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

Unique and special property!

We enjoyed our stay at the Turtle House, it was very clean and comfortable, the location was convenient to restaurants and shopping and I loved learning about the unique history of the home.

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

20 Sept 2019

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

Perfect Cave Creek Jome

This was my second time to rent this charming home. We were 3 girlfriends attending a class together for a weekend. It was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric H., San Clemente, CA

17 Apr 2019

Charming and funky

Big enough and has everything we needed

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

11 Jan 2019

Charming, relaxing and cozy home

We enjoyed our stay at Turtle House. It was serene, cozy and comfortable. The location is great and close to hiking and restaurants. Sarah was sweet and took good care of us

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

21 Nov 2018

Well appointed, great location!

Spacious, well appointed home. We loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B.

28 Oct 2018

Loved every minute

Lots of character and loved the space.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott B N.

24 Oct 2018

Perfect fit

With three adult males on a golf excursion and with 3 BR's and 3 Baths it made for a very comfortable weekend. We played golf, came to the Turtle House to clean up and relax on the deck and then out on the town of Cave Creek. Good location and good layout makes me recommend to singles or couples. We may be back next year if luck prevails. Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin Z.

7 May 2018

Tranquil and magical!

When we walked in, we all wanted to give up our lives and houses in California and move to the Turtle House. The house itself is so charming with its high white walls, rough hewn wood ceiling, and Mexican tiles, but it’s the textiles and art on the walls that make it so special and beautiful. There’s so much attention to detail but it doesn’t feel at all stuffy. The beds and linens are comfortable and pristine. The little daybed by the front window is the perfect reading nook. We felt like we were in the home of someone we wanted to be friends with! There’s plenty of breathing room, and the back deck with its view of a giant saguaro and magnificent desert flora and fauna (I saw a dozen bird varieties in the time it took to have one morning coffee) with mountains in the distance was hard to leave. We didn’t even get to try out the fire pit ( next time!) and never turned on the TVs but they were there if we wanted them. A great home away from home; we can’t wait to go back. Desert heaven.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Nancy T.

19 Mar 2018

charming

Extremely Charming, certainly one of a kind. Everything one needs, even band aides, sissors and sewing stuff. Wish someone would organize my drawers the same.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Swan

My name is Sarah Swan and I'm friends with the new owner, local artist Idakatherine Graver. I live in Cave Creek and I was born and raised here. I'm a concierge manager and have been in the hospitality industry for almost 20 years.

Why they chose this property

We wanted to keep the house for friends and family and open it up to the vacation rental community.

What makes this property unique

walking distance to cave creek, original home built in the 30's, has the "old"AZ feel. the views and property represent the majestic Sonoran Desert at its finest.