The Cactus Pad, A Destination Dwelling in Historic Old Town Cottonwood

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Cottonwood, AZ

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

1 min walk

Burning Tree Cellars

3 min walk

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards

3 min walk

Cottonwood, AZ (CTW)

4 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Inspired by territorial Arizona architecture, The Cactus Pad is a brand new, custom-designed, private home located in the historic district of Old Town Cottonwood, The Heart of Arizona's Wine Country. Only one short block off Main Street, enjoy access to entertainment without the need to drive a car. In less than a minute's walk, experience Main Street shopping, wine tasting, gourmet food, live music and more. Stay and explore historic Old Town, enjoy the Verde River, and much more.

Property manager

Ruth Ellen Elinski

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Similar properties

Spacious outside area. Parking available on site.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Security Deposit is subject to forfeiture

Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cottonwood

Located in Cottonwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Burning Tree Cellars and Arizona Stronghold Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Verde Canyon Railroad and Blazin' M Ranch. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cottonwood, AZ

What's nearby

Dead Horse Ranch State Park - 1 min walk
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards - 3 min walk
Old Town Center for the Arts - 12 min walk
Verde Canyon Railroad - 5 min drive
Blazin' M Ranch - 6 min drive

Getting around

Cottonwood, AZ (CTW) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

‪Juanitas Taqueria - ‬4 min drive
‪Vinnie's New York Chef's Pizza Cottonwood - ‬4 min drive
‪Firecreek Coffee - ‬3 min drive
‪Georgie's Cafe - ‬2 min drive
‪That Brewery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cactus Pad, A Destination Dwelling in Historic Old Town Cottonwood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cactus Pad, A Destination Dwelling in Historic Old Town Cottonwood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cactus Pad, A Destination Dwelling in Historic Old Town Cottonwood?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cactus Pad, A Destination Dwelling in Historic Old Town Cottonwood located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Burning Tree Cellars and Arizona Stronghold Vineyards. Pillsbury Wine Company and Old Town Center for the Arts are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

17 Mar 2024

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

Adorable little place, perfect location!

Very happy with our stay, the house had everything we needed for a short weekend trip. It’s a fabulous location perfect for walking to Main Street for our wine tasting days. Host was very responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane D.

19 Nov 2023

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

Cottonwood Conquest Complete

Perfect place to be able to enjoy all downtown has to offer. Wineries, restaurants, and shops all a quick walk away. Super cute and quaint little place. My wife and I had a blast.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis U.

18 Apr 2023

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

Awesome place

Great location and awesome little place , right next to main but felt very private!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele B., Aiken, USA

27 Mar 2023

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

Cottonwood cactus cabin

Delightful cabin, responsive hosts, cottonwood was great! A 5 min walk to main st. Cabin was immaculate! Would highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

5 Mar 2023

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

Great place and great location

East walk to old town Cottonwood

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

30 Oct 2022

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

Our first trip to the area.

Our experience was very good. It was great for the two of us. Not much storage for unpacking but it didn't matter. The location was great. Walkable to many shops, restaurants and a trailhead. Day trips to Sedona were great. Jerome is well worth the 20 minute trip. Our host was very accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

13 Oct 2022

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

Anniversary get away

We love the Cactus pad. The design is beautiful, it is peaceful, a great home base for exploring the tasting rooms and meandering through the shops of old town Cottonwood. This is our second stay. Ellen is a very responsive host when we had a minor (user error) problem using the key pad entry system. There is nothing we would change. The cactus of is perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

11 Oct 2022

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

Perfect

We loved this little house. The location was perfect…literally one block from all the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Yet, it was private and quiet. Also, the owner’s communication was so helpful. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

6 Sept 2022

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Beautiful place

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

31 May 2022

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Amazing place!

This was the perfect place for a mother daughter weekend! Walking distance to downtown cottonwood, wineries, shops and more. Would definitely stay again! Super comfy bed

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sibella

24 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

What a special place! Both fun and serene, this cozy home offers everything for a memorable and comfortable stay. We felt rejuvenated by its serenity and thrilled to be able to simply walk to downtown Cottonwood for shopping. Really an ideal getaway. PLUS this home's location is perfect for all the nearby wine tastings--you can walk home, no car needed! The Cactus Pad is simply awesome.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

elaine m.

31 Dec 2021

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

Old Town Cottonwood

My husband and I stayed for one week at this property set just behind the Main Street of Old Town Cottonwood. It is a hidden gem! It was quiet, private and well planned inside and out. The center of Old Town was walkable and fun to be close to. We loved every minute and would highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kel M.

6 Nov 2021

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

Excellent

We loved our stay

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

15 Oct 2021

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

Amazing getaway

There is nothing we didn't love about this property. The space was exactly what we wanted and what we needed, from the universal design of the entry way, to the proximity to the tasting rooms. Thank you for sharing your space with us.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 June 2021

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

Awesome spot!

We totally fell in love with this wonderful casita! Plenty of room for the two of us, comfy bed and perfect temperature with the AC. Enjoyed morning coffee on the porch and even cooked dinner one night. Couldn't be better located - an easy walk to Old Town Cottonwood shops, restaurants and tasting rooms. Thank you for a wonderful getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This little Casita was delightful. We genuinely enjoyed our stay. The proximity to the Historic district was very nice. We hope to come back someday.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

13 June 2021

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

Very private

Walk to everything in old town

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lexi S.

3 May 2021

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The perfect Arizona experience

The location of the property was SO convenient and within walking distance to everything Cottonwood has to offer. It is close to Sedona and Jerome but without the congested traffic. Highly recommend renting one of the pin drop trailers to camp up in the mountains for a night or two, it was SPECTACULAR. The pin drop trailers have everything you could possibly need. The camper is completely self sufficient, as it is solar powered , however it can hook up to power if available . It also has blue tooth connectability. The camper was very easy to pull behind . Both owners Tim and Ruth Ellen are very knowledgeable about the area and recommended a weeks worth of activities . Make sure you experience kayaking , the train and rent an ATV for the full AZ experience . We did not have ONE bad meal , our two favorite restaurants were the Colt (beef brisket tacos ) and Belfry (cowboy sirloin and lock & key cocktails ).

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

shari k.

1 Sept 2020

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

Fantastic

It is everything it said it was. Stay here if you come to Cottonwood, AZ

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

24 Aug 2020

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

Best Weekend Ever

We had such an amazing time at the Cactus Pad. First off, even though the photos are super cute and I knew we were going to be happy there, when we arrived we were blown away by how absolutely adorable (and squeeky clean) it was. Add to that the location....really you cannot go wrong. We ate at Merkin the first night (cheese board = YUM!), hit the Jail Trail for a peaceful walk and then Jerome the next day followed by dinner at Bocce (highly recommend the salad - the dressing is over the top!), the next day was La Crema for breakfast (do yourself a favor and order the huge gooey cinnamon roll), Burning Tree (you MUST go) and a short drive to DA Ranch Winery for live music. Honestly, next time we will probably skip Jermone because Cottonwood itself had so much to offer. We are already looking forward to our next visit! Thank you Cactus Pad and Ruth Ellen for such a magical time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

10 June 2020

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

Quaint with easy access Old Town Cottonwood’s Main St.

The property is quiet and secluded above the main house within a block’s walk of all the Main street shops and the Jail Trail for hiking along the Verde river. It’s a perfect location to enjoy the cooler temperatures and take in a winetasting or two. Communication with the owners was excellent with timely responses to any questions we had. With the Covid pandemic we felt secure and were reassured by the owner that appropriate precautions have been taken for our safety. The house was very clean, had a king sized comfortable bed, large shower, soft/ fresh linens/pillows and a kitchen equipped with the basics including martini glasses and a shaker if you wanted to put together a cocktail. Within a short driving distance there are several grocery stores to stock up if you choose to stay in and cook. There is no television but for us that was not necessary as we came to explore the town and to disconnect. Don’t miss buying some delicious Verde Valley Olive Oil and Arizona Stronghold wine. We highly recommend a couple with only one child staying here as the sleeping space would not accommodate anymore.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kerry N.

27 Feb 2020

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

Cute, clean and cozy

Great experience. The Cactus Pad was better than we imagined, it was clean and comfortable. Easy check-in and out. Had everything we needed. A short walk to all the shops & sample rooms on the main street. Very good communication with Ruth Ellen. Absolutely loved our stay at the Cactus Pad, would definitely stay here again.