Montezuma Dark Sky Retreat, Near Sedona!

Lake Montezuma, Arizona
$261 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Welcome to Laura Lane, a newly listed 3-bedroom 2-bathroom Santa Fe Style Home located in an unpaved, rural neighborhood between Montezuma Well and Montezuma Castle in Rimrock, AZ, only 30 minutes from Sedona.



The Space:

Welcome to Laura Lane, a peaceful, off-the-beaten path home just 35 minutes from Sedona, ideally located between Montezuma Well and Montezuma Castle!



This is your ideal basecamp for exploring the best of the region: red rock hikes in Sedona, ancient cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle, kayaking on the Verde River, and wine tasting in nearby Cornville. After a full day out, return to quiet desert evenings and some of the darkest skies in Arizona. Set in a rural, unpaved high-desert neighborhood (part of what keeps it peaceful and star-filled), this Santa Fe–style home offers space to unwind and recharge.



This 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat blends clean, contemporary interiors with warm Southwestern touches. The open living area features comfortable leather seating, a flat-screen TV, and an electric fireplace, with plenty of space to gather, plan tomorrow’s adventures, or unwind in the evenings.



The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals at home, with an adjoining dining table for six. Or head outside to the private back patio to grill and dine under some of the darkest skies in the region — you’re in one of the best areas in the U.S. for Milky Way viewing on clear nights.



Sleeping Arrangements:

Laura Lane comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests!

The Primary master bedroom has a queen bed and en-suite bathroom. 

The Second guest bedroom has a queen sized bed.

The Third guest bedroom has two twin beds. 

The Second full bathroom is shared by the guest bedrooms.



An ideal layout for couples, families, and small groups looking for a peaceful launch point to explore the Verde Valley and Sedona area!



Pets are allowed with a nonrefundable $200 pet fee per pet (up to 2) - Must disclose the pet(s) upfront at the time of inquiring/booking - If any unauthorized pet(s) is found in the property, a $1,000.00 penalty will be assessed to the Guest(s) per pet.



What's Nearby



Rimrock is a quiet Verde Valley community surrounded by National Forest, only a 30-minute drive from Sedona. You’re in close proximity to some great Verde Valley tourist attractions including the Montezuma Well, Montezuma Castle, V Bar V Heritage Site, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, Cliff Castle Casino, and Page Springs Cellars Winery. Outdoor activities abound with easy access to the Wet Beaver Wilderness Area and the Red Rock District of the Coconino National Forest. Of course, the endless activities and attractions in Sedona are only a short, and very scenic, 30-minute drive away.





Property Type: Home, 1-story, Built in 2005

Beds: 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms

Rooms: Sleeps 6, 6 Dining Seats, 2-car Garage

Floor Area: 1395 square feet

Pets: Pets are allowed with a nonrefundable $200 pet fee per pet (up to 2) - Must disclose the pet(s) upfront at the time of inquiring/booking - If any unauthorized pet(s) is found in the property, a $1,000.00 penalty will be assessed to the Guest(s) per pet

Kitchen: Refrigerator, Electric Oven & Range, Blender, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Dishes & Utensils, Cookware, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal

Living: Air Conditioning, Linens, Washer & Dryer, Iron & Ironing Board, Wi-Fi, ROKU, Hair Dryer, Electric Fireplace

Business: Nearby ATM, Post Office, Gas Stations

Convenience: Nearby Medical Services, Restaurants

Outdoor: Rear Patio Seating with Gas Grill

Mail: Not Allowed to be Delivered

Geographic: Rimrock AZ, Close to Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well



No Parties or Events Allowed





Top Sedona & Verde Valley Attractions:



Airport Mesa, Amitabha Stupa & Peace Park, Bell Rock, Blazin M Ranch, Boynton Canyon, Camp Verde, Cathedral Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, Cliff Castle Casino, Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Gateway to the Grand Canyon, Montezuma Castle & Well, Oak Creek Canyon, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, Palatki Ruins, Red Rock State Park, Slide Rock State Park, Tlaquepaque Village, Tuzigoot National Monument, Uptown Sedona, Verde Canyon Railroad, Verde Valley Wine Trail



TAX ID # 21465450



The Neighborhood:

Rimrock is a quiet Verde Valley community surrounded by National Forest, only a 30-minute drive from Sedona. You’re in close proximity to some great Verde Valley tourist attractions including the Montezuma Well, Montezuma Castle, V Bar V Heritage Site, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, Cliff Castle Casino, and Page Springs Cellars Winery. Outdoor activities abound with easy access to the Wet Beaver Wilderness Area and the Red Rock District of the Coconino National Forest. Of course, the endless activities and attractions in Sedona are only a short, and very scenic, 30-minute drive away.



Top Sedona & Verde Valley Attractions:



Airport Mesa, Amitabha Stupa & Peace Park, Bell Rock, Blazin M Ranch, Boynton Canyon, Camp Verde, Cathedral Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, Cliff Castle Casino, Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Gateway to the Grand Canyon, Montezuma Castle & Well, Oak Creek Canyon, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, Palatki Ruins, Red Rock State Park, Slide Rock State Park, Tlaquepaque Village, Tuzigoot National Monument, Uptown Sedona, Verde Canyon Railroad, Verde Valley Wine Trail



Getting Around:

There are taxis, Uber (limited), and the Sedona Trolley but we recommend guests have their own car. This is a small town and public transportation is very limited.



Other forms of transportation available in the area include the Verde Valley Linx Public Transport, the Sedona Shuttle (only operable Thursday through Sunday to select popular trailheads), Lyft (limited), and several rental companies providing rental machines for off-road adventures.



Other Things to Note:

There are two routes to Sedona, one involves a 4-mile gravel road. G maps sometimes recommend this route, but there`s no way to know it`s a gravel road and there is an alternative.



1. Take a right out of the neighborhood, Beaver Creek Road turns into Montezuma Well Road which is a 4-mile gravel road. You do not need 4-wheel drive, but if you have a lower-clearance car, you`ll have to drive slowly. If you have a higher clearance car, this is recommended since it`s shorter. 10 miles to Red Rock Visitor Center in Sedona.



2. Take a left out of the neighborhood, stay on Beaver Creek Road, take the ramp on the right to highway 17, and go one exit (Exit #298 Sedona 179). This is faster if you have a lower-clearance car and prefer not to go on a gravel road. 15.2 miles to Red Rock Visitor Center in Sedona.



Interaction with Guests:

Keyless entry for guest convenience. The 6-digit access code will be emailed along with the check-in instructions within five days of your arrival.



Foothills Property Management, Inc. is open M-F from 9 am to 5 pm. Our staff is available during business hours by phone or in person at our office. A cell phone number for any after-hour or weekend emergencies will be provided when the reservation is confirmed.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1395 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Office
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Privileges Horse Riding Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Nkauj Nou

    Submitted Dec 31, 2022

    Stayed Dec 25, 2022

    This property is beautifully maintained and has the amenities you need for a vacation. The only setback is that the neighborhood roads are unpaved dirt roads with various pot holes large and small. There were areas where the road was flooded and you could not get through.

  • Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 3, 2025

    Beautiful home. My daughter and I stayed in this comfortable home while we hiked in and around Sedona. The home was extremely clean and well appointed with cooking implements. The beds had nice linens on them and were very comfortable. We liked staying outside of Sedona where there was peace and quiet. It was easy to get into the home when checking in as well as leaving upon check out day. We had a fantastic stay.

  • Ruth W.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    House was very nice, clean, spacious and comfortable. It was a short drive to Sedona and Camp Verde. We enjoyed our stay and was pleased with all the house had to offer.

  • Vicki T.

    Submitted May 6, 2024

    Stayed Apr 29, 2024

    Very nice, clean house with plenty of room. The heated tile floors in the bathrooms felt wonderful on bare feet! This property is close to so many places & so much to do & see. We will definitely stay again when in Arizona.

  • Shelley B.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2024

    Stayed Dec 30, 2023

    House was very clean and well stocked. Felt like I was at home.

  • Submitted Feb 11, 2023

    Stayed Feb 4, 2023

    Beautiful, immaculate house, ideally located for so many of our interests and activities. We are looking forward to returning in the future.

  • Jessica C.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2022

    Stayed Nov 22, 2022

    We knew we selected a nice house but upon arrival the house exceeded our expectations. Heated bathroom floors! Having come from camping in 12 degree lows at grand canyon the night before we were feeling pampered in this house ?

  • Steven S.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2022

    Stayed Nov 4, 2022

    Great property and a great house. I was slightly concerned by the “turn off onto the h paved road” but that’s just Arizona. The house is great. It was very clean. The neighborhood is quiet and it has a great backyard. Checking in was a breeze and there were a lot of amenities not even mentioned, like heated bathroom floors. This property is well run. I would definitely recommend it for anyone staying in this area over staying on a hotel.

  • Sara S.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2022

    Stayed Jun 19, 2022

    We enjoyed the Rimrock Retreat. The house is relaxing, there was plenty of room for my family, and we really liked the location. We had a lot of nature around us--and it was our first time checking out Montezuma's Castle, something I probably wouldn't have even thought of doing if we hadn't stayed so close to its location. The drive to Sedona and the surrounding hiking trails wasn't bad, and it was nice to have some downtime by watching various shows on the Hulu apps. (We had a few days with stormy weather) I highly recommend staying at the Rimrock house!

  • Amit R.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2022

    Stayed May 29, 2022

    This is a great property off the beaten path. The house was super clean and very well updated. Lots of extra amenities were included. The house was located close to Sedona in a small rural community. The only issue was the unpaved road to get to the property. Loved the house!

  • Byanca R.

    Submitted May 17, 2022

    Stayed May 14, 2022

    This house was absolutely beautiful! The house was decorated very modern and it had so many amenities for the kitchen and bathroom. It had a great patio space to drink your morning coffee. I will say if you are planning your trip to go hiking and and go out an about in Sedona, this place is not it. The popular hikes of Sedona such as cathedral rock and devils bridge were a 45 minute drive and there was not much around the neighborhood to eat or shop for groceries. Most places were about a 30-40 minute drive away. For a short trip this place might not be ideal, but for a longer trip it could work. Other than the distance the house was really great, clean, and homey.

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