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Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cave Creek, AZ
  • Place, Frontier Town
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Rancho Manana Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cave Creek Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*

Our home is located right at the base of the spectacular Spur Cross Preserve. Its walking distance to Rancho Manana Golf Course and Tonto Bar and Grill. This is a unique chance to stay in the home of America's best known cowboy artist, Lon Megargee. Later the home of Irma Turtle, author, humanitarian, and amazing spirit that touched the lives and hearts of many. This home creates a feeling of peace and tranquility. It's private, quiet, and has amazing views and original art by the artist/homeowner.

With 3 en-suite bedrooms with new Smart TV's, and a beautifully decorated main room, dining room and one of the bedrooms, also has a futon bed. This home has a front courtyard that is enclosed with a firepit and horseshoes. The deck in the back has 180 degree views of the desert and is private and serene.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Trash bins are at the end of the driveway.
The lockbox code is 062580
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cave Creek

Cave Creek is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area and Cave Creek Regional Park, while Cave Creek Museum and Desert Foothills Theater are cultural highlights. Frontier Town and Wild at Heart are also worth visiting.
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Cave Creek, AZ

What's nearby

  • Frontier Town - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rancho Manana Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cave Creek Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Black Mountain Trail - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Arizona State University - 55 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harold's Cave Creek Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Encanto - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cave Creek Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Horny Toad - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine* pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine* on 30 August 2026 start from NZ$619, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine*?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Turtle House *One-of-a-kind* 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom *Rare Fine* located?

Situated in Cave Creek, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rancho Manana Golf Club, Frontier Town and Cave Creek Museum. Black Mountain Trail and One To One Primary Care are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great location, excellent communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turtle House was just the quiet respite we needed! The back porch was lovely for bird watching & morning relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harmony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place, abutting a wash where birds and wildlife can be seen. Wonderful vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carter Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property in old school Cave Creek. Peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so welcoming. She actually greeted us and showed us around this unique home, shared a little history and made suggestions for restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Great place in Cave Creek

I really enjoyed my stay at this home. It’s within walking distance to Cave Creek shops & restaurants, but tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. The place is much larger than the pictures show & it has ample outdoor area to enjoy the nice weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

Magical

Comfy, hiking nearby, we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Loved Turtle House

Great place to stay in the small town of Cave Creek on the north edge of the Phoenix metro area!We were in AZ to attend the wedding of one of my nephews at the Desert Foothills Events and Weddings facility on the north side of Scottsdale, and Turtle House was a short drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

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

Lady Road Runners get away

Very clean . Good location. Plenty linen
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Highly recommend

Wonderful host. Wonderful home. Wonderful area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol J.

Liked: Check-in, location
The location was great, furniture and beds not very comfortable. There are 3 bathrooms. The one bathroom was updated
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla R.

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

Vintage Cave Creek

Close to everything yet incredibly quiet. We’ve been visiting Cave Creek for decades. This abode reminds us of the Cave Creek of long ago.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

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

Allen and Friends

Very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Lovely

Delightful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such an amazing time here! The decor and art made it so inviting and comfy. Loved all the separate areas to gather in. We were outside on the patios all the time. The front courtyard was great at night with the fire pit. We loved the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

A Magical Place!

A beautiful home with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. We had us and our wedding party stay during our wedding weekend. It was magical place that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you for sharing your home for our special weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda m.

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

Fantastic weekend

Had 3 bedrooms that were very nice. The host is amazing to work with. The property was located in the back. Lots of privacy, spacious home and beautiful views. Close Uber ride to town town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such an amazing property! The building has so much character!! The beds were all very comfortable. The fourth couple ended up putting together the 2 twins in the living room and making a second king rather than sleeping in the extra full sized futon in the third bedroom. The deck is amazing! Sat out there a lot. Saw a bobcat, roadrunner, bunny, coyotes and many birds. Plenty of space for us all. Bull Brew coffee had amazing coffee and was an easy gravel path walk back to Main Street. Janeys Bodega down the street 1 mile (we drove) was much calmer than the giant bars and lovely sandwiches, other food and a great drink selection had a variety of musicians playing on a gorgeous patio. Crying Coyote BBQ was yummy and even had a vegetarian jack fruit option! Spur Cross Dragonfly trail was beautiful!!Cave creek is such a fun town! Rare Earth was a fun shop! Other fun shops nearby to browse.
Spur Cross
Master bath
Front patio art
Deck sunrise view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen L.

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

Cave Creek property

Plus: comfortable beds and outdoor seating Minus: property seemed somewhat neglected - random cooking equipment, some unusable because of burned in food/grease. Main bedroom has no shades for privacy or darkness and nowhere to put clothes. The roof leaked while we were there and it was never addressed by the property manager. We still give it a 4 but someone needs to spend a couple of hours going through every cupboard and checking all the bedding.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Nice

Nice
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

A beautiful view through every window!

A spacious, relaxing, beautiful and quirky home with plenty of room for the entire family to be together and apart. We loved dining on the back deck and enjoying the cool mornings and evenings. This house embodies southwest aesthetics and has a fascinating history. Check out the books by and about the previous owners that are available in the home. Close to hiking paths and a regional park, a great home for those who love to hike or ride horses amongst cacti!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Great Cave Creek Stay

Enjoyed the house and the location. Great hiking is just a few miles behind the house, bars and restaurants are around the corner, and golf at Rancho Manana is around the other corner. Excellent communication. We would come back again.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

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

Great outdoor spaces!

Had a wonderful location in Cave Creek and we really enjoyed all three of the outdoor eating areas. The Yard was wonderful and it had a great fire pit
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Our winter escape from Michigan

We thoroughly enjoyed the property, it's rich history, and everything we did while in Arizona. Be sure to visit the Jewel of the Creek, which is only a few minutes from the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy C.

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

Very spacious

The property was way more spacious than the photos showed. The house was very cute and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Swan

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My name is Sarah Swan and I'm friends with the new owner, local artist Idakatherine Graver. I live in Cave Creek and I was born and raised here. I'm a concierge manager and have been in the hospitality industry for almost 20 years.

Why they chose this property

We wanted to keep the house for friends and family and open it up to the vacation rental community.

What makes this property unique

walking distance to cave creek, original home built in the 30's, has the "old"AZ feel. the views and property represent the majestic Sonoran Desert at its finest.
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