Comfort and beauty: 2BR artists' home near Capitol Reef

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Sitting area. Photo over sofa by owner, shot at Hickman Bridge.

Ceiling to floor sliding glass doors line the living room.

Corner of living room, showing dining area, wood sculpture, grill on porch.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Teasdale, UT

Dixie National Forest
‪10 min drive‬
Fruita
‪15 min drive‬
Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Modern 2 bedroom house, one king-size bed, one queen, with large open space kitchen/living room area, 2 bathrooms. All rooms with large windows, sliding doors, views, easy access to outdoors. Well-equipped kitchen. Outdoor grill on porch. Fire pit. Labyrinth. Roof deck for stargazing, though it's possible to stargaze from bed! Sound system throughout house. Wi-fi. Air conditioned. Roku TV. Everything you need for easy living in one of the most beautiful places in America. If you haven't been to this area, you owe it to yourself to come. Cathedral Valley. Hickman Bridge. Burr Trail. Great hikes and exploring by car. Good guides available for fishing, riding, jeep touring. An hour's drive from Boulder, with Hell's Backbone Grill and Burr Trail Grill. If you're doing all the Utah national parks, this is a great place to stay between Arches/Canyonlands and Zion/Bryce. Bryce is 2 hours away. Good food in nearby Torrey, including Torrey BBQ and Wild Rabbit Café. This is the vacation home of two artists based in Florida who hope you find the same calm and relaxation in this place that they do. Beautifully managed for us by April Morrison.

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Phyllis Rose

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Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

Teasdale

Located in Teasdale, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitol Reef National Park and Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center.

Teasdale, UT

What's nearby

Dixie National Forest - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
Fruita - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
Capitol Reef National Park - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Gifford Homestead - 23 min drive - 13.7 km
Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center - 23 min drive - 26.1 km

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
‪The Wild Rabbit Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪Slackers Burger Joint - ‬9 min drive
‪Torrey Grill & BBQ - ‬7 min drive
‪Hunt & Gather Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfort and beauty: 2BR artists' home near Capitol Reef pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort and beauty: 2BR artists' home near Capitol Reef?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfort and beauty: 2BR artists' home near Capitol Reef?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfort and beauty: 2BR artists' home near Capitol Reef located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Fishlake National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Dixie National Forest and Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area. Gifford Homestead and Fruita are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cate M.

21 Mar 2025

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

Wonderful stay

Lovely property. Clean, comfortable and well provisioned. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JM H.

11 May 2024

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

Perfect home base for visit to Capitol Reef National Park

We really enjoyed having this lovely home in a peaceful setting for our home base this week.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karsten Z.

12 Oct 2024

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

Perfect House for a stay near Capitol Reef

Everything is just perfect: The great House and its furniture and facilities. The quiet location near Capitol Reef. Excellent housekeeping. Best place to stay for vacation near Capitol Reef, absolutely!

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dona d.

13 Apr 2024

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

beautiful home in lovely private area

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete Q.

21 Aug 2024

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

An Amazing Haven

The Steel House was a comfortable, beautiful, and romantic place to spend time in this inspiring part of Utah. Secluded, expansive views, well-appointed, and thoughtfully arranged, this was one of our best experiences while traveling to date.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

18 June 2024

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved our stay and took advantage of the sunrises/sunsets on the rooftop deck! The fire pit was very relaxing and we had a great BBQ. It was removed enough from the main town to have plenty of peace and quiet yet not too far away from everything. We would highly recommend this VRBO to everyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

1 Apr 2024

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

Getaway to the stars..

Very nice set up and layout, very nice kitchen with equipment and views...quite, snowy, and relaxing..

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

14 Sept 2024

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

Exceptional home

This is a fabulous home. The design and features are awesome! It is a quiet location with easy access and a great deck, fire pit, roof deck and well organized kitchen among the highlights. It was a joy to stay at this home while we hiked for 4 days at Capitol Reef. We highly recommend this home!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley W.

13 June 2024

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

Steel House

We really enjoyed are visit and speculate views from every window. The deck and roof top deck , deck and fire pit were amazing.. Just loved this experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

13 Sept 2024

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

Beautiful Home with Beautiful Views

A beautiful property tucked away from nearby neighbors. The bed was comfy, the home very clean with lovely touches. The rooftop views were gorgeous and we enjoyed stargazing at night. The large driveway and access to the garage was a nice bonus. We saw deer and a black-tailed jackrabbit roaming the property. Excellent experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

1 Nov 2024

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

Relax away from the crowds

We prefer homes in quiet locations with outside views & the Steel House did not disappoint. Large windows in the main room brought the outside in (many birds, jackrabbits, & a deer family were regular visitors). We enjoyed lunch & relaxing on the large back porch. The upper deck was a highlight & became an evening ritual for sunset views & discussions of our daily hikes. The stargazing was superb & we were fortunate to observe the comet visible in Oct. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

gnathosCE, ATL

24 Sept 2023

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

Excellent

This is an outstanding property. For what we were looking for, this was an ideal match. Restful, well-appointed, not close to other houses and with nice views.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

4 Nov 2023

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

Perfect getaway - didn't want to leave

Loved staying at this property In fact, within a couple of hours of arrival we had contacted the owner to extend our stay Very relaxing and comfortable home Lots of amenities - including rooftop, firepit and luxury bath. Great position to explore Capital Reef - also highly recommended. We even had deer visit on our last morning. The only reason we wouldn't return is that we live nearly 8000 miles away! Highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S., Salt Lake City

23 Feb 2023

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

Complete relaxation

The house, property, and location were utterly relaxing for my husband and me. We watched a herd of deer move through the land mornings and one evening. The rooftop patio is a beautiful place to enjoy the view. The short drive to Capital Reef was ideal because our main focus was hiking.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

30 Oct 2023

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

A Fabulous Home

This is a beautiful and modern house in a private and rather spectacular setting out on the mesa. The bedrooms and baths are at opposite ends of the house, ensuring privacy for two couples. The kitchen was well-equipped for two determined cooks. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne N.

21 Apr 2024

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

Close to Capitol Reef

The house is conveniently located near the park, which made it a great base for our day hiking. The house was quiet and in the middle of nature. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great when we were there, so we were unable to enjoy the rooftop deck. I hate to even mention this, as I don't go on vacation to watch TV, but the house has one very small smart TV located in the MBR. Given the weather, it would have been nice to have a more comfortable place to watch TV in the evening.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

18 Oct 2023

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

Absolutely perfect oasis near Capitol Reef

We simply could not have chosen a better place to stay for our last leg of our 2 week Utah trip. From the moment we walked in the door, this gorgeous contemporary home filled us with a sense of peace and comfort. The setting just added to that feeling. We could have easily come to the Capitol Reef area and never made it to the park because we were just so darn comfortable here. Stargazing and sunrise watching bookended each day. We happily prepared meals in the well equipped kitchen. I could go on and on, but suffice it to say, we would return here in a nanosecond.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D., Spring, TX, USA

8 Nov 2022

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

Peace and quiet

Beautiful home close to the park. Very modern and clean and far enough in the country to see the Milky Way at night. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina L., Point Richmond, CA USA

10 Oct 2022

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

Great retreat after days exploring Capitol Reef National Park

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay in the unique “Steel House.” It is located in a fabulous setting, close to the National Park, but with privacy and quiet. Very clean and comfortable with lots of supplies, well equipped kitchen, and lots of storage. Communication and access was easy. We appreciated having the use of the garage, too. We especially enjoyed the roof top deck for star gazing in this “dark sky” community. Phyliss gave us a great suggestion to use Sleeping Rainbow Adventures for a jeep tour. However, they ended up contracting with Jason of Waterpocket Adventure Company. We had a fabulous day exploring Cathedral Valley with him. Capitol Reef National Park is an undiscovered National Park well worth visiting.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

6 Sept 2022

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

Excellent home

Wonderful home with the perfect location for exploring Capitol Reef. We visited during some very hot days so it was a nice surprise to be able to park inside the garage, not normally offered in a rental. Roof top deck was incredible, especially for sunrise. Even in hot weather the backyard got afternoon shade making it comfortable to sit outside, use the grill, etc. Only complaint would be the photos posted don’t capture how great this house really was.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corinna

4 Sept 2022

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

Traumhaus in der Natur

Das Haus ist phantastisch und wirklich alles ist perfekt! Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Sehr netter Kontakt mit April. Vielen Dank!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devin C.

30 Aug 2022

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

So peaceful!!!

This place is amazing. I would say to anyone that wants to go relax or see the wonderful towns or mountains around it to go check this home out. short drive to capital reef and great fishing at some lakes on boulder mountain or the Fremont river. Sit by the fire and have some coffee also great restaurants. Such a great stay and a beautiful property. We will stay again .

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Louisiana

30 Aug 2022

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

Utah is beautiful!

My husband and I have been married 40 years. He wanted to travel Utah. This house was centered around the parks. It was beautiful! Perfect location if you like quiet! Close enough to a town for groceries!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

16 July 2022

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

Another wonderful retreat

This is the second time we have stayed at this home and we love it! Secluded, quiet, great views, a work of art in its own right, and close to things to do if you choose, but a nice place to relax and recharge. We will be coming back soon.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry M., Midland, MI

2 May 2022

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

Great stay in Capitol Reef area

The best VRBO place we have stayed at. Great house and location, well equipped and stocked, Kathy is very responsive and a good source for local information.

Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Phyllis Rose

My husband and I first saw this area in 1995, when we were touring all the national parks in Utah. We hadn't planned to stop in Torrey/Teasdale, but we were having such a good time we decided to take an extra day before going to Bryce from Bluff. We fell in love with Capitol Reef, Torrey, and Teasdale, and two weeks after going home came back again and bought land. Always wanted to build but never could do it. Then saw this house and fell in love again! Sold land, bought house, and here we are!! I am a writer and retired college professor. My husband is an illustrator. We live in Key West, Florida, but our hearts are in the red rock country.

Why they chose this property

It is perfectly sited. You feel on top of the world yet protected, near what you need, but secluded. There is a sense of spaciousness inside and out, light and ease. The decor is simple and calming. This house is a portal to nature. You can go up on the roof to look at the sunrise, sunset, stars. You can sit outside at the fire pit or walk the labyrinth. But even if you're inside, you have the natural world all around you. You can sit in the living room and watch birds fly among the junipers and pinyons close to the house. You see occasional rabbits (close) and deer (beyond our fencing), and, across the road, cattle. Verdant fields growing livestock crops trace much of Teasdale Road, with their cheerful irrigation sprinklers on most of the day, and, looking up, Boulder Mountain and beautiful sandstone formations like the Coxcomb and Fish Creek Cove face you as you drive to Torrey for the proverbial quart of milk and home again.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to Torrey but peace, quiet, privacy at the same time. Two completely separate bedrooms make it perfect for two couples. Music throughout the house from built-in speakers. Air jets in master bath for soothing water massage after hiking. Laid out for hikers and fishermen with optional entrance through garage, with bench and storage for outdoor gear. Well-equipped kitchen. Baskets, photographs, and a spectacular wood sculpture by Michael Bauermeister. Not a generic hotel or rental house, this is the home of two people who seek beauty in art and nature.

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