Welcome to the Lilac House! We invite you to step back in time to a gone-by era of nostalgia and forgotten memories. Our goal is to create a feeling of yesteryear and invoke feelings of simpler times. The house is located in the heart of Panguitch, about a 2-minute walk to all the shops on Main Street. Zion National Park is a 1-hour drive to its less crowded east-side entrance. Bryce Canyon is a 30-minutes away.
The space
ABOUT THE NAME
The name "Vintage Lilac" or "Lilac House" comes from the 12 or so aged lilac trees located on and around the property. (Grandma loved her lilac bushes!) In the springtime, the bush's branches burst with violet-colored blossoms and a sweet candy fragrance. And although Panguitch is famous for its many red-brick, pioneer-built homes, this particular home was built with bricks that have a dark "purple-y" hue to them, perhaps the only one of its kind. Now you know why we named it what we did.
COZY-UP!
The wood-burning fireplace is definitely available for a guest's use! However, we do not stockpile or provide firewood or kindling for our guests. Firewood can be picked up at various locations in town. Instructions on how to best get a fire going can be found on the last page of our guidebook.
CLEANING SURCHARGES
For groups/families traveling with 5 or 6 people, there is an additional $10 charge per person per night for the 5th & 6th occupants to cover the additional laundry/cleaning costs. (Really, more people means more cleaning!) Since 2018, we have always strived to keep this charge as low as possible. (My wife and I are always shocked whenever we travel and the Airbnb cleaning fee is $150 or more!) Our current rate is $55 and 100% of it goes to the cleaning crew. We do not keep any of that fee for ourselves.
WE GET IT, LIFE HAPPENS
Our refund policy is set at Airbnb's "Moderate" setting, allowing NO penalty for any cancellation made so long as it's done 5 days (or longer) before the scheduled check-in date.
THE BARBI
Guests are free to use the propane barbecue grill located just outside the kitchen door. All we ask is that you clean it after using it.
AMENITIES
*Cable TV (Dish Network) on a 47" screen
*Washer/dryer (2-in-1 unit)
*Microwave
*Crockpot
*Hand mixer
*Popcorn popper
*Handheld shower
*Full-size tub
*Ninja brand blender
*Panini maker
*Ice-cream maker
*Air fryer
*4 hiking/walking sticks to use at Bryce or Zion National Park
*Keurig coffee maker
*Pack-n-play
SOLITUDE
Remember, you are renting the entire 1400 square foot bungalow-style home. You will not be sharing it with anyone (except any guests that you bring with you, of course).
ROUGHLY, HOW MUCH IS IT TO STAY 2 NIGHTS?
As a host, I try to be as transparent as I can.
The following figures currently reflect a standard 2-nights stay:
$125.00 per night X 2 = $250.00
Cleaning fee = $55 (100% of that cost goes to the crew, not me)
Guest service fee (an Airbnb thing) = $43.06
Occupancy taxes (the county needs their share) = $48.45
Guest total = $396.51
After a "Host service fee" (3.0%... ugh, c'mon Airbnb), I walk away with $240.85, which we try to use for property improvements and regular maintenance.
AND FINALLY, OUR LAWYERS INSISTED...
*Hotplates are not allowed.
*No parties.
*No filming/recording of the interior of the home for commercial purposes.
*Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am (a city ordinance).
*By booking this short-term rental, the guest(s) affirm that they have a primary residence inside or outside of the United States and that they understand that the relationship between each party is one of owner: guest.
Guest access
The door code is sent 1 or 2 days prior to your check-in.
Other things to note
This is ABSOLUTELY a non-smoking facility. Smoking will not be permitted in or around the premises. Failure to observe this requirement will result in an immediate charge of $250 under the Security Deposit clause of Airbnb's rental agreement. (We will be required to wash walls and steam clean furniture to remove the odor.)
One of the closets in the main bedroom contains the owner's personal items (clothing, books, pictures) and remains locked during a guest's visit. The basement also contains cleaning supplies and other tools and is not accessible to guests.
Guests provide their own meals.
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HOUSE RULES
The following house rules are strictly enforced to ensure this home remains clean and comfortable for all future guests. As a guest and invitee, YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING HOUSE RULES and hereby accept fees and/or penalties incurred for any violation delineated below:
a. Absolutely NO smoking anywhere on the property, to include vaping. No illegal substances are allowed; no marijuana; minors will not be in possession of alcohol. Violations may result in forfeiture of deposit and/or immediate eviction.
b. City of Panguitch Ordinance: no loud noise or music 10pm to 7am. Please be considerate and respectful of neighbors regarding noise levels outside.
c. Minimum age requirement for rental is 25.
d. Only those individuals who are included in your booking are allowed inside the house. If you have friends or relatives staying elsewhere in town, you may congregate with them OUTSIDE of the home: e.g. front porch, firepit, lawns, etc.
e. Reasonable care will be taken when eating and drinking anywhere outside the kitchen. Stains on bedding, upholstery or flooring may result in additional charges. Drink coasters will be used on all tables, dressers, and nightstands.
f. No feminine products, diapers, or non-flushable wipes should be flushed down the toilet. I understand that I will be charged the cost of the plumber’s fee to remedy clogs or damage determined to be a result of such items in the sewer line.
g. Rearranging of the furniture is not permitted, nor moving indoor furniture outside.
h. Garbage pick up is on Thursday mornings. If your stay includes this day, please take any garbage that has been accumulated out to the street-side garbage can for pick up.
i. Do not leave any open food or crumbs on counters. Unwanted food must be scraped into the garbage and must NOT be washed down the sink.
j. No pets.
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Panguitch City business license: #61918, valid through December 31, 2025.
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Recent comments from our coffee book journal . . .
"Came out to see Bryce Canyon and Zion NP. We had a great time despite the cold and rain/snow!" ~Jennifer & Mark
"Loved having this as a base for our hikes in Bryce Canyon. We loved coming back to cozy fires, tea, and warm beds after cold, beautiful days at the park." ~Alysa & Jon
"We so enjoyed your cozy, vintage home! Its location was perfect for our travels to Bryce and Zion. The beds were very comfy! Thank you!" ~Deb & Cardyn
"We came from France for a road trip to discover the wonderful scenery in Utah & Arizona and we loved sleeping in the Vintage Lilac!! We could feel all of the house's memories lingering and this added to our amazing experience in the USA. Thank you, Ron!" ~ The Hebert family
"We stayed for the night to hike in Bryce Canyon. A group of friends enjoying each other's company, playing games, telling stories, and laughing. The house was cute and cozy and just what we needed." ~Adam
"Came on a family trip to hike Bryce & fish. Bryce canyon cooperated, but the fish did not! Still, we had a wonderful stay in this cozy, comfortable, lovely home. It was convenient and welcoming. We hope to be back!" ~Sharry
"We loved your place! Great stay for us to avoid camping in the cold. Thanks so much!" ~Anon.
"Family trip to fish and visit friends. The fish cooperated. We even had a snowstorm! The coolest part was 5 deer strolling through the yard! Amazing! Very comfortable house! We will be back. Thank you!" ~The Adair family
"Love it here especially when covered in snow. We skied. We snow-shoed. We yak tracked up the rim. Blue skies everyday. We made music. We made movies. We made delicious food. We made ourselves AT HOME. Thank you!" ~The Ringels & The Scotts
