Your cozy retreat to this relaxing and private studio to seek a reprieve from the urban life.
Designed for solo travelers or couples, this studio’s small square footage has been carefully remodeled to utilize the space efficiently. Window views of high desert landscape, mountains and a seasonal river will make you feel like you’re gazing into a painting.
This recently remodeled studio provides single travelers or couples with everything they could want in a place for rest and relaxation, while simultaneously serving as a perfect hub for traveling to various natural attractions within AZ.
Pack lightly as you will find that this studio provides everything you need from kitchenware, table for eating/working, a murphy/wall bed, 3/4 bathroom, washer/dryer combo, 65” smart tv and so forth.
Spend your days breathing in the fresh air while looking out over the flowing river and colorful desert sunsets, then later gazing up at the desert sky’s star constellations. Mornings can be spent enjoying coffee overlooking the river while the sun rises and listening to the diverse songs of local birds. For the more adventurous there are countless outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, and ATV riding that can all be done within walking distance or a short trip to trailheads.
Smart TV installed in the house and capable of streaming any of your subscribed app services such as Netflix, Disney +, Amazon Prime, etc.
*River is seasonal and is dry up to 6-9 months out of the year. We can provide updates on the river status for guests. It is traditionally running during Winter time
**There is a main house and guest house on the property that are both available for short term renting as well and can be booked through Airbnb. This can be suitable for larger groups that would like to travel together but have their own space. Listings for both below:
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Black Canyon City
Located in Black Canyon City, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Agua Fria National Monument and Anthem Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New River Nature Rreserve and High Desert Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
Agua Fria National Monument - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
Black Mountain Community Library - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Rock Springs Village - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
High Desert Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Black Canyon City Trailhead - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Rock Springs Cafe - 6 min drive
Chilleen's on 17 - 4 min drive
Shiloh CoffeeHouse - 6 min drive
Two Brothers Kitchen - 5 min drive
Beni's Pizza - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views ?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$104, 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 Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rustic, Artsy Studio w/ Desert Panoramic Views located?
Situated on a river, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Agua Fria National Monument and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Black Mountain Community Library. High Desert Park and Rock Springs Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Love this place! Second time staying for a month. It's quiet, peaceful, and the hosts are friendly and responsive. Great off road trails, hiking and mountain biking. Grocery and a few restaurants nearby.
Perfect little get away studio. Quiet nights without noise or nosey neighbors. Studio was laid out nicely and had everything you'd need to stay for a while. Only nitpick I have was the Murphy bed. I'm a tall guy and had to sleep at an angle. A/C was working well enough to beat the 100 degree heat.
We chose Black Canyon City because we want to take advantage of the galleries in Scottsdale and Sedona. Other Brithers for breakfast I would suggest going into anthem for a “night out” meal
Biggest issue was there was no hot water in the shower and no way to run the ceiling fan without the lights. Other than that, it was very clean.
Tyler N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Just for clarification, we were not aware that he struggled to receive any hot water and would immediately have that addressed and solved. We try to preach with all guests that if there is any problems whatsoever with the listing then we will have our maintenance team address it immediately.
Our ceiling fan is tied to electrical for the lights, but as an alternative we have two floor fans that substitute this arrangement so that one can turn off the ceiling lights but also have a fan blowing still.
Stay was good. Front door isn’t very secure, my opinion.
Jerry F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa Lucia A.
18 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Lisa Lucia A.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Garrett Huffman
Husband and father of two children. Owner of an environmental consulting business and real estate investor. Traveling to new locations while experiencing the personable comforts of other Airbnb host homes has been a wonderful opportunity for our family and has inspired us to share ours as well.
Why they chose this property
This property was purchased by my grandparents in the 1960's and I was able to purchase in 2020 to keep it in our family . This space was a former set studio and renovated with all the features to be self sufficient. Born and raised in Black Canyon City for about 20 years, this community holds a special place for me and my childhood. Most of my and my wife's family reside in this region of Arizona and is a community we visit multiple times a year. When I was able to acquire the capital, I knew I wanted to invest into keeping this property in our family. Short-term renting became appealing to be able to bring travelers into this community to boost it economically while advertising it's rural charm and convenient travel location relative to Arizona's natural scenic treasures.
What makes this property unique
This is a small, but fun space for one to to two people. I loved remodeling this space from being an art studio. After adding a bathroom into it, we knew we could convert the studio into providing everything a stand alone house would have in it. We enjoyed the challenge of purchasing compact and mobile appliances that allowed for different types of cooking to install a Murphy/wall bed to create options for extra space. We were able to retain and integrate artistic elements into such as the bathroom sink being a former sewing machine stand and using a Mexican inspired shower tile. We personally love staying at this space and hope you do too.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests