Featured in magazines for its stunning architecture and national park-like location, the 2.5 story Cave Castle features interior cliffs, heated wood floors, a tight circular stair way and wood stove in the 24' tall living room! Astounding views from the king, queen, jacuzzi, inspirational writers desk and roof. Cozy, luxurious getaway, perfect personal or romantic retreat aside wild park trails. Towering natural granite cliffs create a light, cave-like interior with spectacular panoramic views.
The space
Dramatic design features include a bold flagstone and granite cliff exterior, a spiral staircase with white railings and a two-story living area with natural granite cliff walls graced with the elegant circular staircase surrounded by lofts above joined by walk ways with wooden railings on three sides. The spacious open floor plan includes a king bed and a queen bed. Featuring a built in office desk and a dining room, each of the two bay windows invite nature's beauty in with high ceilings and lots of light.
If you have difficulty climbing stairs or have large or heavy luggage you can take the deck stairs on the outside to bring them up to the second floor.
Once on the second floor, take in the exultant panoramic views of the surrounding Dells from the enormous rooftop patio which is ideal for dining, intimate weddings, yoga and sunbathing.
Built in 2018 with several heating options to stay cozy with the solid granite walls, state-of-the-art built-in-to-the-wall heaters in four walls, plus, warm your feet on the silent radiant-heated hardwood floors while enjoying a flickering wood fire on the sheepskin rugs by the wood stove amidst enchanting battery-powered candles.
Cherry kitchen cabinets, granite counter tops, marble hearth and marble entry floors. Bay windows frame in views of tall trees and boulder cliffs.
Imagine a living rock wall with plants growing out of it! Plus, several natural waterfalls cascading down the living room, bathroom and kitchen cliffs after each rain! Bathroom features include: hardwood floors, double antique vanities with mountain vistas to enjoy while brushing your teeth, glass block shower entrance walls, quartz pebble shower floors, marble shower walls, and a spacious shower window with views. The dining room features an arched flower bouquet alcove above bookcases built into the dining room beside the bay window which overlooks a flagstone patio with boulders, a garden and views of the canyon's cliffs beyond.
The space also includes an additional lightly heated 320 sq ft clifftop golden dome, ideal for relaxing, meditating and yoga on warm sunny winter afternoons. This is a shared facility with other guests.
Landscaping is comprised of mostly surreal peach-rock granite mini-mountains and with mature shade trees. Amidst spectacular scenery, three private pastel flagstone patios are connected by winding pathways and simple foot bridges over a seasonal stream. The carport features a natural flagstone floor.
Luxuriate and be soothed in the private indoor hot jacuzzi tub with inspiring cliff and tree vistas. Write your book from the custom executive wooden desk built into the bay window with heavenly postcard views. Drift to sleep while taking in the surreal Mars-like views of the boulders and starlit skies from beneath your covers.
A trail outside the CaveCastle's door leads to a creek and the world-class Granite Gardens trail system. Walking to, kayaking on, and bicycling around nearby Watson Lake are favorite activities for adventure loving guests.
Enjoy full private access to the entire 2.5 story furnished home that is gracefully appointed. Spacious master bedroom with king bed and executive desk built into the bay window with exquisite views, plus a queen bed in the guest loft, two spacious baths with boulder cliffs inside, private cherry wood kitchen with dining nook graced by cliffs, patios, decks, seasonal (April - Oct) solarium-covered swimming pool (over the foot bridge past the trampoline and lawn), hammock, seasonal pond, island, tall trees, canyon trails that lead to nearby Granite Creek.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING: EV charging at 110v is available at all of our AirBnB rentals for $20/day rather than by the hour or watt.
4G OR 5G WIFI : Take note that our wireless systems are 4G or 5G depending on your cell phone settings.
MOBILITY IMPAIRED: This property is not suitable for those with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or those who cannot easily climb stairs or move on uneven surfaces. Thank you for understanding.
WILDLIFE SANCTUARY: This is a wildlife sanctuary. During warmer months, you will hear countless birds singing in the morning, crickets, cicadas, bullfrogs and toads croaking, and coyotes howling under the full moon. You might encounter a (harmless) pack of wild javelinas at night prowling around the compost feeding area, an occasional raccoon, or skunk, squirrels, chipmunks and rodents of all kinds, lots of small, dinosaur-like lizards sunbathing on the boulders and patio. You may spot exotic large mammals, critters and insects too.
SMOKE-FREE, PET-FREE and SERVICE ANIMAL FREE HOME: Please do not smoke, bring a pet or service animal with you. The part-time resident owners live here between our great guests. We love animals, but are health-sensitive and allergic to dogs and cats.
REFUNDS: There are absolutely no refunds for wildlife encounters of any kind outside or inside (including spiders, ants etc).
OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS: The Wildly Spectacular Cave Castle is one of several AirBnB accommodations at Heaven on Earth Retreat in the Gorgeous Granite Dells. If the Wildly Spectacular Cave Castle is not available, then you may be able to stay in the Spectacular Suite, Wild Treehouse Paradise, Sunroom Suite, Sun Studio or the Beachfront Canyon Pond Tiny Treasure.
Guest access
GUEST ACTIVITIES & GUIDELINES:
We hope the following paragraphs answer your questions about where to park, plus using the swimming pool, trampoline, bicycles, kayaks and paddle boards. Also, where the trails are as well as the many fun services and activities to experience here at Heaven on Earth Retreat and beyond.
The SEASONAL (April - Oct) SWIMMING POOL is located inside a plexiglass SOLARIUM. This is a SHARED FACILITY with other guests. Please feel free to keep the doors open while you are using the pool (if it is hot) for fresh air, then close the delicate doors when you are done to keep it clean.
POOL RULES: POOL HOURS are 7 am until 10 pm. Please be quiet if you sense that someone may be sleeping or resting in the Treehouse in the Cliff above the pool. If you or your children use the pool toys, please put them back after use when done. NO alcohol or glass by the pool please. CHILDREN must be supervised. Please be sure you and the KIDS USE the SHOWER AND THE TOILET before entering the pool. The POOL BATHROOM is located inside the back ground level door of the main house. Please feel free to use the strainer to clean any ants or bugs (you may save a life) or leaves from the top of the pool. The pool is cleaned daily in the morning. This is a very slightly chlorinated pool, not a salt water pool.
The TRAMPOLINE is available to a maximum of two guests at one time. Bounce on the trampoline if you like. Please remove your shoes. Please feel free to sweep the trampoline if there is any debris on it. The trampoline is swept every two days.
So sorry, but the outdoor HOT TUB is not available to guests as it is impossible to keep it clean between uses.
PLEASE NOTE: Heaven on Earth is smoke-free and pet-free.
TRAILS: The closest trail is right outside your door. Simply turn left out your door and you are on the trail. Your outdoor dining and lounging deck is on the right. The seasonal pond will also be on your right.
OPTION 1: Walk along as the trail as it hugs the cliff to your left. After 150 yards you come to a dip in the trail. Turn left at the dip along a rough narrow low trail that leads 100 yards to a dirt road. Cross the dirt road, then continue on the narrow slight trail for another 100 yards and you will arrive at the creekside trail area with beautiful tall trees and greenery between the months of April and November.
OPTION 2: Walk along as the trail as it hugs the cliff to your left. After 150 yards you come to a dip in the trail. Continue straight passing the dip. After 50 ft, you will see the skeleton of a SWEAT LODGE on your right. It is tucked into the bottom of the cliff on your right. Feel free to explore it. Or, walk straight on the trail until you reach the dirt road. Turn right on the road. Walk for 250 yards until you arrive at the creek.
OPTION 3: Once you are on the road, turn right. Then, after 200 yards, look for the wide low flat trail that intersects the road. Look for the map on a posted sign next to the intersection. Walk UP the trail, which is called a White Spot Trail because you will follow the white spots about the size of an apple that are painted along the rocky way as your guide. Be sure to bring a camera because there are great photographic opportunities high up along the way. This is a loop trail that will take you Turn left at the dip along a rough narrow low trail that leads 100 yards to a dirt road. leads to an amazing network called the Granite Gardens Trails.
MORE TRAILS: The PEAVINE TRAIL is Prescott's most famous trail. To access the trail by foot or bicycle: walk to the end of our Lake Fork Rd. Turn left. Turn right at the stop sign. Walk up the hill. Veer left at the mail boxes on to the dirt road with signs that say "No Trespassing". Walk 200 yards. Turn left at the T. Walk 300 yards.
Turn RIGHT or LEFT onto Peavine Trail that is an old rail road track turned into a raised flat wide two-lane dirt trail marked by dark red metal poles at the entrance. Turn left to head north toward Chino Valley or Prescott Valley. Or, turn right on the Peavine Trail toward the back (east side) of Watson Lake which is about a mile away. Beyond the first view of the lake, keep walking to see more expansive views. Enjoy the side trails on both sides of the Peavine Trail.
PLEASE READ YOUR WELCOMING BOOK FOR MORE INFORMATION about restaurants, activities and distances.
PLEASE SEE the MAP page of HEAVEN ON EARTH RETREAT.
Heaven on Earth's beautiful gardens, decks, patios, lawn, pool, trampoline, hammock, lounge chairs, trails, inflatable kayaks and bicycles are yours to enjoy as our special guest. The inflatable kayaks and bicycles are available here at a nominal set up and take down fee. To additionally enhance your stay, we invite you to join us for a:
1. SPECTACULAR HIKE with The Granite Dells Guide $30/$40 for two
2. INCREDIBLE GUIDED 8 MILE BICYCLE RIDE around Watson Lake. All includes bikes $40/$50
3. INSPIRATIONAL ADVENTURE YOGA and/or MEDITATION in The GOLDEN DOME, POOL, on the LAWN or YOGA ALONG THE TRAIL exploring caves, visiting huge ancient trees, cliffs, creeks and mountain peaks along the way $40/$50
4. PADDLEBOARD ADVENTURE with OPTIONAL FLOATING YOGA around gorgeous WATSON LAKE, GOLDWATER, LYNX or GRANITE LAKE $60 - $90, depending on which lake. $30, 2nd guest.
5. TIME CRUNCHED? THE BLISSFUL BUFFING EXPERIENCE is like a very deep massage) on the retreat's massage table. Feels like a full hour ultra deep massage, yet even better than a massage! 20 minutes. $40
6. FULL BODY OIL MASSAGE. Heaven on Earth Retreat has hired a few of the finest massage therapists in the area. Advanced reservations are required for this experience that may happen in the comfort of your space or in a beautiful deck space in nature just outside of your door. $100 per person.
ALL ADVENTURES can be customized to suit your wishes, usually between 60 and 90 minutes unless otherwise stated. All adventures include optional photos taken of you with your camera, except for massage.
All adventures include elements of risk. By joining an adventure, you agree to be fully and intelligently responsible for your health, safety and well-being.
Feel free to text or speak with Happy if you would like to make a reservation for any of the above amenities or stellar services.
Other things to note
GUEST ACTIVITIES & GUIDELINES:
We hope the following paragraphs answer your questions about where to park, plus using the swimming pool, trampoline, bicycles, kayaks and paddle boards. Also, where the trails are as well as the many fun services and activities to experience here at Heaven on Earth Retreat and beyond.
The SEASONAL (April - Oct) SWIMMING POOL is located inside a plexiglass SOLARIUM. This is a SHARED FACILITY with other guests. Please feel free to keep the doors open while you are using the pool (if it is hot) for fresh air, then close the delicate doors when you are done to keep it clean.
POOL RULES: POOL HOURS are 7 am until 10 pm. Please be quiet if you sense that someone may be sleeping or resting in the Treehouse in the Cliff above the pool. If you or your children use the pool toys, please put them back after use when done. NO alcohol or glass by the pool please. CHILDREN must be supervised. Please be sure you and the KIDS USE the SHOWER AND THE TOILET before entering the pool. The POOL BATHROOM is located inside the back ground level door of the main house. Please feel free to use the strainer to clean any ants or bugs (you may save a life) or leaves from the top of the pool. The pool is cleaned daily in the morning. This is a very slightly chlorinated pool, not a salt water pool.
The TRAMPOLINE is available to a maximum of two guests at one time. Bounce on the trampoline if you like. Please remove your shoes. Please feel free to sweep the trampoline if there is any debris on it. The trampoline is swept every two days.
So sorry, but the outdoor HOT TUB is not available to guests as it is impossible to keep it clean between uses.
TRAILS: The closest trail is right outside your door. Simply turn left out your door and you are on the trail. Your outdoor dining and lounging deck is on the right. The seasonal pond will also be on your right.
OPTION 1: Walk along as the trail as it hugs the cliff to your left. After 150 yards you come to a dip in the trail. Turn left at the dip along a rough narrow low trail that leads 100 yards to a dirt road. Cross the dirt road, then continue on the narrow slight trail for another 100 yards and you will arrive at the creekside trail area with beautiful tall trees and greenery between the months of April and November.
OPTION 2: Walk along as the trail as it hugs the cliff to your left. After 150 yards you come to a dip in the trail. Continue straight passing the dip. After 50 ft, you will see the skeleton of a SWEAT LODGE on your right. It is tucked into the bottom of the cliff on your right. Feel free to explore it. Or, walk straight on the trail until you reach the dirt road. Turn right on the road. Walk for 250 yards until you arrive at the creek.
OPTION 3: Once you are on the road, turn right. Then, after 200 yards, look for the wide low flat trail that intersects the road. Look for the map on a posted sign next to the intersection. Walk UP the trail, which is called a White Spot Trail because you will follow the white spots about the size of an apple that are painted along the rocky way as your guide. Be sure to bring a camera because there are great photographic opportunities high up along the way. This is a loop trail that will take you Turn left at the dip along a rough narrow low trail that leads 100 yards to a dirt road. leads to an amazing network called the Granite Gardens Trails.
MORE TRAILS: The PEAVINE TRAIL is Prescott's most famous trail. To access the trail by foot or bicycle: walk to the end of our Lake Fork Rd. Turn left. Turn right at the stop sign. Walk up the hill. Veer left at the mail boxes on to the dirt road with signs that say "No Trespassing". Walk 200 yards. Turn left at the T. Walk 300 yards.
Turn RIGHT or LEFT onto Peavine Trail that is an old rail road track turned into a raised flat wide two-lane dirt trail marked by dark red metal poles at the entrance. Turn left to head north toward Chino Valley or Prescott Valley. Or, turn right on the Peavine Trail toward the back (east side) of Watson Lake which is about a mile away. Beyond the first view of the lake, keep walking to see more expansive views. Enjoy the side trails on both sides of the Peavine Trail.
PLEASE READ YOUR WELCOMING BOOK FOR MORE INFORMATION about restaurants, activities and distances.
PLEASE SEE the MAP page of HEAVEN ON EARTH RETREAT.
Heaven on Earth's beautiful gardens, decks, patios, lawn, pool, trampoline, hammock, lounge chairs, trails, inflatable kayaks and bicycles are yours to enjoy as our special guest. The inflatable kayaks and bicycles are available here at a nominal set up and take down fee. To additionally enhance your stay, we invite you to join us for a:
1. SPECTACULAR HIKE with The Granite Dells Guide $30/$40 for two
2. INCREDIBLE GUIDED 8 MILE BICYCLE RIDE around Watson Lake. All includes bikes $40/$50
3. INSPIRATIONAL ADVENTURE YOGA and/or MEDITATION in The GOLDEN DOME, POOL, on the LAWN or YOGA ALONG THE TRAIL exploring caves, visiting huge ancient trees, cliffs, creeks and mountain peaks along the way $40/$50
4. PADDLEBOARD ADVENTURE with OPTIONAL FLOATING YOGA around gorgeous WATSON LAKE, GOLDWATER, LYNX or GRANITE LAKE $60 - $90, depending on which lake. $30, 2nd guest.
5. BUFFING EXPERIENCE OF A LIFE TIME (like a deep massage) on the retreat's massage table. Feels like a full hour deep massage, yet even better than a massage! 20 minutes. $40
6. FULL BODY OIL MASSAGE. Heaven on Earth Retreat has hired a few of the finest massage therapists in the area. Advanced reservations are required for this experience that may happen in the comfort of your space or in a beautiful deck space in nature just outside of your door. $100 per person.
ALL ADVENTURES are 60 - 90 minutes unless otherwise stated. All adventures include optional photos taken of you with your camera, except for massage.
All adventures include elements of risk. By joining an adventure, you agree to be fully and intelligently responsible for your health, safety and well-being.
Feel free to text or speak with Happy if you would like to make a reservation for any of the above amenities or stellar services.
