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Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Harmony, UT
  • Zion National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kolob Canyons Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kolob Canyons Viewpoint
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost!

Central to many top Southern Utah locations & only 1 mile from Zion Kolob entrance. Stocked with everything you'd find in your own home except the food! We offer day packs, trekking poles, first aid kit & more at no extra charge. I'm happy to talk hikes and itineraries with those who need some pointers! You'll find adventure, relaxation & whatever else you're looking for. Meticulously cleaned between guests. On a 5 acre lot with plenty of space & privacy.

The house is only 1 mile away from the less-visited Kolob Canyon side of Zion National Park. Just 2 minutes away from I-15 for easy traveling to Kanarraville Falls, Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks, Brian Head, Grand Canyon, Shakespeare Festival, Snow Canyon, Navajo Lake, Panguitch Lake & many more popular Southern Utah locations & events. At 45 minutes from the south entrance of Zion National Park, we are closer than St. George.

-Outdoor patio with covered dining area & gas BBQ grill.
-Strong, fast WiFi.
-Save time and money by cooking meals in the fully functional kitchen.
-Full-size washer and dryer for your exclusive use.
-For those coming to experience the world-class hiking, we have day hiking packs with basic necessities, trekking poles, first aid kit, emergency shelter & emergency satellite rescue beacon provided on request for no extra charge!
-All lots in this area are at least 5 acres. You'll have plenty of space!

-Guest has exclusive access to the entire home.
-Exclusive use of kitchen and laundry room.
-Exclusive use of outdoor patio, grill & dining area.
-Private driveway and parking.

IMPORTANT ROOM & BED INFORMATION
-Please be sure you understand the room sizes, bed configurations, bed types & weight limits we have on 2 of the beds. If you have questions, please ask.
-The beds in rooms #2 and #3 are bunk style beds. The bottom bed in room #2 is a double and has a regular (non bunk bed) mattress. The bottom bunk in room #3 also has a regular mattress. So, all ground-level beds have regular, nice mattresses and will sleep 3-5 people depending on whether you double up in the queen and/or double bed.
-Both top bunks have a weight limit of 150 pounds and have standard bunk bed mattresses. We cannot put thicker mattresses on the top bunks because of design and safety factors. Due to the climbing involved & basic mattresses, these two beds will not be ideal for most adults. If the person exceeds 150 pounds, neither of these beds will work at all. Please take this into consideration when thinking about sleeping arrangements for your group.
-The 2nd room in this house is quite small. The 3rd room is very small. There isn't much more space than what the pictures show. They are basically just spaces for sleeping and can't be used for much more than that.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
-The property has four outdoor security cameras. One is on the roof of the house and faces west for a view of the driveway approach. The other is on the east side of the gazebo and faces east for a view of the eastern approach to the house. Both entrances may have Ring Doorbell cameras.
-Guests are welcome to smoke outside, just not inside the house or near open windows or doors.
-For television viewing we have 38 over-the-air digital T.V. channels plus the televisions are connected to the internet. I have active Nexflix & Amazon Prime accounts.
-The nearest stores are in Cedar City, about 20 minutes away. So be sure to stock up on supplies on your way here. We will start you out with some soap, shampoo and toilet paper. But if you've got a big group or are renting for several days, you'll probably need to bring some more of your own.
-There are two homes on the 5 acre property. Only one is for rent. There is sufficient space between the two homes for plenty of privacy. I live in the main house on this property with my wife and 3 children.

Property manager

David Johnson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Smoking allowed outside away from doors/windows.
5 guest maximum including any visitors, unless explicitly approved by owner. We reserve the right to terminate your stay without refund if exceeded.
No outside fires are allowed unless previously authorized by the owner. The area is usually under some degree of state fire restriction.
Pets are strictly forbidden anywhere on the property. We reserve the right to terminate your stay without refund if you have a pet on the property.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Harmony

New Harmony is home to this holiday home. Utah Shakespeare Festival and Adams Shakespearean Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sky Mountain Golf Course and Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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New Harmony, UT

What's nearby

  • Zion National Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kolob Canyons Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kolob Canyons Viewpoint - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kanarra Creek Trailhead - 20 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Zion National Park South Entrance - 49 min drive - 64.8 km

Getting around

  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • Kolob Canyons

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explore & Hike Southern Utah @ Zion's Roost! located?

Situated in New Harmony, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Zion National Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center. Taylor Creek Trailhead and Kolob Canyons Viewpoint are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

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

Perfect base camp

The perfect place for our family to stay. Stocked kitchen, great view and clean modern feel. Host was communicative and provided clear instructions and answered all questions. Highly recommend for anyone exploring the Zion Area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesi C.

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

Great Location & Fantastic Hosts

We stayed here to visit Zion National Park and the location was great! We didn't planned on visiting Kolob Canyons but the fact that Dave recommended it and it was only about a 5 minute drive from the home, we decided to check it out. I'm glad we did. It was AMAZING and one of the highlights of the trip.Dave was also very helpful and provided great information on how to get to the home. He even provided hiking gear and recommended some nice local hiking trails!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Z.

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

Quiet location close to Zion

My family had an amazing stay at Zion's Roost! The proximity to Kolob Canyon in Zion cannot be beat, and it was an easy drive to lower Zion entrance as well. The views are absolutely stunning from the house, and the neighborhood was tranquil. Groceries are a quick 20 minutes north, and the house had everything we could need for cooking and keeping comfortable. We especially appreciated the ability to do laundry. We used the trekking poles for hiking in Zion as well as the backpacks. This is truly a fabulous find. The house itself is everything we could need, and Dave has thought of everything when it comes to amenities. Thank you for a wonderful VRBO experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

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

PERFECT STAY!!!

Property was lovely and close to all we wanted to see and do! Owner was very responsive and check in was easy peasy. Will recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

The perfect place to stay at Zion

Zion’s Roost was a perfect cozy place to stay when we explored southern Utah. It was in the perfect location when we visited Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, and the Candy Cliffs. The house was immaculate, perfectly stocked,and meticulously organized. Zion’s Roost completely met our needs on our vacation. David was a very gracious host who went out of his way to help us with the sites in Zion and other local attractions. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Exactly what we were looking for

Property was exactly what we were looking for. Minutes to the North entrance to Zion, less than an hour to the South entrance. The owner was very responsive and the house was well stocked to make the trip a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tj M.

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

Zion Heaven

Fantastic property and hosts that go above and beyond! thanks Dave for everything you did for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Zion's Roost

Great little place between Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Everything was well done and the owner was very accomodating. Would recommend to anyone looking to visit the Southern Utah area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Great stay!

Very responsive host, gave us a great recommendation for a hike. House location is great, easy to get everywhere. I would recommend and would stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Very Satisfied

Everything was as it should be with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

Zion's Roost was Great!

Communication was great before arrival and driving and entry instructions were perfect. Very clean, nice furniture and kitchen and outdoor dining area. Private space and so close to the Kolob Canyon entrance to Zion and I-15. Less than 2 hours to many other parks, great central location for day trips. Lots of storage and 3 bedrooms can accommodate a family easily. Thanks David, for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany A.

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

Zion Stay

Highly recommend this home! It was spotless, well stocked with everything you could possibly need!! Greats views, quiet and wonderful owners!! We were so thankful for finding this little gem!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarrissa L.

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

Breathtaking Views

The property is magnificent. Nestled in the mountains with almost 360 degrees of mountain views; comfortable, clean accommodations with everything you could need. Location is perfection in relation to the national parks. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Amazing experience

This house was more than we expected. Very clean and neat and everything we could possibly need for our stay. This was one of the best VRBO houses I’ve ever stayed in. David even came over at 6:30 in the morning one day to help us air up our tires. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Very clean and comfortable!

We loved our stay at Zion's Roost! Easy to find, check in a breeze and host was very helpful. The house was well stocked and Dave went above and beyond in suggesting amazing hikes and sharing his personal gear. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great stay

This was a great location near Kolob canyon at Zion. The owner was responsive and easy to reach. The house was well-suited for guests with a lot of storage, kitchen items, and toiletries. The outdoor space was nice for young kids and had a large outdoor dining area and grill. We saw a peacock several times and wild turkeys, as well, which the kids loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick N.

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

Fantastic

My family and I loved our stay here and would absolutely come again. It was very clean and had everything we needed as a home base for our visit to Zion and the surrounding area. The views from the back porch were amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharla A.

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

Great!

The house is great. Very well stocked and very comfortable with an awesome view of the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jill R.

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

Great family location

Beautiful location. The amenities were awesome. We had everything that you could want. The owners were attentive and easy to keep in touch with them. I would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devyn S.

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

Trip to Zion

We had such an amazing trip! Dave has a beautiful home in a great location and makes renting this home so easy! We even got to see a family of deer and a peacock while hanging out on the back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Fantastic Host

This was a perfect spot for us as we like to see alot of the State when we vacation. Bryce canyon, kolob canyons, zion, Grand Canyon, red rock canyon, St George are some place we traveled. The North rim of the Grand Canyon being the longest drive about 2.5 hrs. There is a peacock that lives around the property that would hang out with me on the back patio. Excellent home base for you Utah adventures.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal P.

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

Well equiped house

The kitchen was very well equiped, over our expectation. The house was so clean. Bathrooms, sheets, kitchen, patio. Well located, at 15 min of Zions national park. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks again. Chantal, Anne and Marie
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremey D.

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

Amazing location, beautiful, and clean! Owner was extremely hospitable. Thank you!!

We had a blast exploring some of the recommended hikes from the host. Short drive to several hiking locations. We could not be more pleased!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

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

Zion's Roost

Great location, fulsome accoutrements, a kitchen that makes you happy to cook, a backyard view that encourages you to relax, all I want from a vacation home. Well done!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Birthday Zion Retreat

An amazing gem to say the least. The property is beautiful, peaceful and quiet. My family and I enjoyed the organization and cleanliness of the home which added an extra level of comfort to our stay. Dave is an amazing host, who had timely responses and great recommendations for activities in the Zion area. Overall, we had an amazing vacation at Zion Roost, nothing but positive things to say about this property ( and Dave and his family), and my family and I will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Johnson

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I live in the main house on this property with my wife and 3 children ranging in age from 8 years to 12 years old. We all love to travel. Some of our favorite trips have been to Hawaii, Guatemala and Belize. I'm a big hiker and backpacker. I love this area and am familiar with many of the popular things to do as well as some of my own secret gems! I'm happy to give you tips and advice on where to go if you'd like. My wife and I will interact with guests as much or as little as you like. Some people actually end up hanging out with us, some come and go without us ever seeing them. The level of interaction or privacy you want is entirely up to you. Whatever the case, you'll feel comfortable and you'll have a great time.

Why they chose this property

This is the perfect place to start all of your adventures! Ideal location that is central to many of Southern Utah's most visited spots. On a private, peaceful 5 acre lot where you can actually see the stars at night! This beautiful house has everything you need. We hope to see you soon at Zion's Roost!

What makes this property unique

-All lots in this area are at least 5 acres. You'll have plenty of space!
-There are two houses on the property, a main house and a guest house. The guest house is what is pictured and what is available to rent.
-The guest house is more than 150 feet away from the main house and has it's own separate driveway.
-You'll have strong WiFi and won't be bothered by any bandwidth hogs! The guest house does not share internet with the main house. It has its own dedicated internet service and router.
-Save time and money by cooking meals in the fully functional kitchen.
-Full-size washer and dryer for your exclusive use.

-Guest has exclusive access to the entire home.
-Exclusive use of kitchen and laundry room.
-Private driveway and parking.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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