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The Fortress
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cedar City, UT
  • Southern Utah University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Utah Shakespeare Festival
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cedar City Utah Temple
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Livingroom Air Mattress

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Fortress

Nestled within walking distance of Southern Utah University and historic downtown Cedar City, The Fortress offers a cozy retreat for any occasion. Whether you're here for the Shakespeare Festival, Utah Summer Games, skiing at Brian Head, or exploring Zion, Cedar Breaks, or Bryce Canyon, The Fortress is the perfect spot to unwind and recharge.

This charming property is located just across from Canyon Park, boasting breathtaking views of the iconic red mountains from a private deck accessed through sliding glass doors.

Inside, the bathroom features elegant custom tilework, double shower heads, and thoughtful, luxurious touches. The bedroom offers a plush queen-size bed with soft, inviting pillows, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.

The living room is designed for ultimate relaxation, with an 80-inch smart TV and an electric reclining couch that feels like sitting on a cloud.

Step outside, and you'll find the paved walking trail at Canyon Park just a stone's throw away. Stroll along Coal Creek while soaking in stunning views of the red mountains and embracing the serenity of nature.

When it’s time to dine, you’re in luck – The Fortress is within a mile of Cedar City’s best culinary experiences:

Grind Coffee House: Start your day with a creamy latte or bold espresso in this cozy local favorite.

Centro Woodfired Pizzeria: Indulge in artisanal wood-fired pizzas that transport your taste buds straight to Italy.

IG Winery: Sip on exquisite wines in a relaxed setting perfect for unwinding and discovering new flavors.

Don Miguel’s Authentic Mexican Food: Savor mouthwatering dishes like sizzling fajitas and flavorful enchiladas, made with love and tradition.

Need to stock up on essentials? Lin’s Market is just around the corner, offering everything from groceries to quick snacks.

Immerse yourself in Cedar City’s vibrant dining and shopping scene, and enjoy the convenience of having it all close by.

House Rules:

-Leave your fancy footwear at the door – let’s keep things clean and comfy!

-Please squeegee the shower glass doors after each use – it helps keep them sparkling.

-No leaning on the railings – safety first!

-Parties, events, drugs, and smoking are not allowed. A $500 fee applies for smoke removal – we mean business!

-Unregistered guests are a no-go. Maximum capacity: four people.

-No eating in the bedrooms, please – crumbs belong on plates, not sheets.

-Quiet time begins at 10 PM – let’s keep the neighborhood peaceful.

-Wash any dishes and take out the trash before checking out – we appreciate your cooperation!
Report any damages promptly. Costs beyond the security deposit may apply.
Pet Rules:

-Furry friends are welcome for $35 per pet per day.

-Pets must remain leashed, and please avoid letting them roam into neighbors’ yards.

-Excessive pet hair on furniture or blankets may result in extra cleaning fees.

-If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to ensure your stay is comfortable and memorable.

Best wishes,
Gerardo & Patty

Property manager

Gerardo
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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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
No crib provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$35 per day per pet- Msg us if you have any ?s
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Report any damages or breakages in a reasonably timely manner. Damages exceeding the security deposit amount must be paid by guests.
No drugs or SMOKING allowed. Smoking will result in forfeiture of your entire deposit plus can result in additional fees up to $500 for smoke removal
-Wash the dishes and throw out the garbage before checkout. -Do NOT lean on the railing

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

About the area

Cedar City

Located in Cedar City, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frontier Homestead State Park and Veteran's Park, while Southern Utah Museum of Art and Adams Shakespearean Theatre are cultural highlights. Park Discovery and Thunder Mountain Motorsports are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Cedar City, UT

What's nearby

  • Veteran's Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Southern Utah University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Utah Shakespeare Festival - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cedar Ridge Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cedar City Utah Temple - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Utah Shakespeare Festival - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Policy Kings Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hermie's Drive In - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fortress pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Fortress?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fortress?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Fortress located?

Located in the heart of Cedar City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Veteran's Park and Southern Utah University. I/G Winery & Tasting Room and Southern Utah Museum of Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david l.

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

Amazing and comfy stay!

This was the perfect stay for me and my family. We came to Utah for a ski trip and it had everything we needed. It was close to restaurants and markets, they had a fenced area for our dogs to run around. The stay was very cozy and it was equipped with every thing we needed. Will definitely be back again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Nice, quiet location and cozy. Enjoyed Cedar City!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

The Fortress

Awesome place and perfect for 2 people, I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halim H.

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

Great Place, Made Our Xmas Amazing

The Fortress was perfect and located in the most convenient location we could ask for. Very clean, very modern and cozy. Will definitely recommend and revisit. Thanks again Gerardo and Patty for being so welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Fantastic 3 Days

On a recent trip we had the opportunity to stay at many places but nothing compared the the niceness of The Fortress.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

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

Excellent

Clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach D.

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

Great spot

Nice place to shack up for a couple of nights. Walking distance from town with a nice backyard for the pup and close in proximity to everything southern Utah has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

1991sbailey

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

Great stay in cedar city

Close to the downtown. Walkable distances to trails and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Everything we needed

Clean, comfortable, and nice place. Great base camp for our travels to Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Great spot in Cedar City!

Perfect for a couple. Indoor parking, close to everything in town, and very well-equipped. Would happily book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Cedar City

I would highly recommend this spot. It is a great location. The view is awesome, and the accommodations are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barri H.

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

Great Place for a Couple

The property was very clean, and nicely appointed. The living room couch was very comfortable (which I often find is not the case in other rentals). My husband and I enjoyed our stay, and would recommend the place. No charge for our pet, which we appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J H.

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

Shakespeare and Birthday

Quiet location. Great base for attending the Ut Shakespeare Festival. This is our second stay at The Fortress.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Perfect spot for parks

So peaceful! We originally picked Hurricane to stay, but realized it would be a little too warm so I looked for a place higher in elevation and am so happy to find this one! Our first day we explored around Cedar City and the next day went to Zion. After we returned each day we sat in the shade of the beautiful yard. We cooked all our meals in the home and nothing is missing. Thank you Gerardo for a perfect place to stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Immaculate and well appointed

Great in town location next to the mountains. Unit had everything we could need. Very large TV. Comfy bed too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Great place to stay

We love this place. Great location. Has everything you need. Exactly how it was listed. Can’t wait to go back and explore the area some more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Nice little getaway place.

The Fortress was clean and comfortable. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Great Property

Everyone was great to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

KELLI B.

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

Nice stay

Rental was very clean, as advertised and close to town and trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Laura G.

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

Cedar City Fortress

Great place to stay for a couple on a weekend getaway. Great amenities that made it pet friendly too! Owners were very responsive and flexible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James w.

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

comfy stay

The property was clean. nice to have a garage to park. the TV is huge! everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Great place to stay

This is a newly remodeled, clean space with plenty of room. We stayed just one night, so we didn’t have a chance to use the well equipped kitchen. The bathroom is spacious with a very nice shower. The bed was comfortable with nice linens. The location is great and there’s a lovely view. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

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

Great place

We had a lovely 2-night stay at the property. Loved how updated and clean everything was and the kitchen was well-stocked. The laundry was also a nice feature. Gerardo was super prompt with communication and had great recommendations for the are too. I would recommend this property to anyone traveling to Cedar City.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

Photos don’t do it justice!

This property was the nicest of all we stayed at during our 5 day trek to the east coast. The property was modern, clean. Roomy, and the backyard was absolutely beautiful and such a joyful place for our pups to run around such a great value, and very attentive, yet hands off owners who are looking out for your most comfortable stay. This property is A+++ 👏👏 Call
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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English, Spanish

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