Cactus Pad - Old Town Cottonwood, Az

Entire home in Cottonwood, Arizona

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Ruth Ellen
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

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Private patio facing Mingus Mountain

A private patio with views of Mingus Mountain and a fenced yard for relaxing outdoors.

Ruth Ellen is a standout host

Guests highlight the comfortable bed, spotless space, and Ruth Ellen's responsive hosting.
Inspired by territorial Arizona architecture, The Cactus Pad is a 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.

The space
This is an extremely private, custom built, quiet home with separate access and off street parking. There is a lovely front patio with a stunning view of Mingus Mountain. Known for the Old Town Main Street District's recent revival, Cottonwood is home to 8 tasting rooms including some of the area's premier wine, a quaint shopping district, local restaurants, and evening night life.
The stunning view of Mingus Mountain is a special treat at sunset.
The Cactus Pad is uniquely positioned giving you access to a host of local fun, adventures, historic monuments, kayaking, biking, hiking and more.
Just 120 miles north of Phoenix, The Cactus Pad is in close proximity to other area attractions and communities:
Jerome - 8 miles
Sedona - 17 miles
Flagstaff - 65 miles
South Rim, Grand Canyon - 150 miles
There are mulitple National Parks and Monuments in the area including Tuzigoot National Monument in Clarkdale, Montezuma's Well and Montezuma's Castle in Camp Verde, Wupatki National Monument and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument in Flagstaff, Tonto National Monument in Roosevelt and many more.
Area State Parks include Red Rock State Park, Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Jerome Historic State Park and other.

Guest access
You will have independent guest access with an assigned door code to the entire home.

Other things to note
The Cactus Pad, LLC has been certified as a
Sustainable Organization at the Conservationist/Bronze level by the Sustainability Alliance.

Where you’ll sleep

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Free parking on premises

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 184 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Cottonwood, Arizona, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Old Town Cottonwood is a unique community, recently revitalized. The Cactus Pad is located on a secluded corner of a mixed residential/commercial neighborhood with access to entertainment, art, music, wine tasting, kayaking, hiking, a scenic train ride, or just star gazing under the night sky. We are a short drive from Dead Horse Ranch State Park and Jerome, Arizona's Art Destination.

Meet your host

Superhost
213 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
My work: Arizona SBDC Network
Lives in Cottonwood, Arizona
An entrepreneur and small business owner, I have lived in the Verde Valley for nearly 25 years.

Ruth Ellen is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Tim

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