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Base Camp / Bonanza

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A building with a covered porch, a small entrance, and a gravel ground.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, oven, and sink. There is a dining table with chairs.
A laundry area with a front-loading washer and a top-loading dryer.
A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, a green armchair, a TV, and a lamp.
A bed with a patterned bedspread, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Thompson springs, UT
  • Place, Green River State Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Arches National Park Visitor Center
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Arches National Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Moab, UT (CNY-Canyonlands Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Base Camp / Bonanza

This property is strictly for the person who loves outdoor adventure...No shopping malls here! No clubs, no putt putt golf. Be sure to buy your groceries before you get here. The only open business in town is the Exxon/7-11 station a mile up the road by the Interstate . I love it!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside only.
Pets must be in a kennel when left unattended. Outside they must be on a leash and you must clean up after your pet.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 462534vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Thompson Springs

Thompson Springs is home to this holiday home. Sego Canyon Petroglyphs and Double O Arch are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Monitor and Merrimac Trail and Balanced Rock. Explore all the area has to offer with hunting, cycling and mountain biking.
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Thompson springs, UT

What's nearby

  • John Wesley Powell River History Museum - 27 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Green River State Park - 28 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Moab Giants - 31 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Arches National Park Visitor Center - 37 min drive - 68.8 km
  • Arches National Park - 38 min drive - 70.6 km

Getting around

  • Moab, UT (CNY-Canyonlands Field) - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Base Camp / Bonanza pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Base Camp / Bonanza?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Base Camp / Bonanza?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Base Camp / Bonanza?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Base Camp / Bonanza located?

Situated in Thompson Springs, this holiday home is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Sego Canyon Petroglyphs and within 32 miles (52 km) of Arches National Park and Colorado River Ride. Kokopelli Trail and Dolores River are also within 32 miles (52 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. 135 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Perfect to come back to after going out to play. 30 miles outside Moab, close enough, and just far enough away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so Much. Safe Travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant home in quiet RV Park. Host was very kind and responsive to concerns. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking accessories. Great spot to rest after checking out the National Parks around Moab.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lara U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good price and location.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2025
Thank you so much. Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chaf V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Used as base camp.for moab...plenty of parking...clean.....well stocked.....easy check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2025
Thank you so much. Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay, the place was clean and quiet and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
Thank you, safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Great place.

It was a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you, Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi A.

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

Great place to stay, close to The Arches

A great place to stop when visiting the area. After our 15 hour+ drive and visiting the arches, this was just what we needed. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Thank you, Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Great secluded place

This was a great site to get away from everything! Very clean, everything needed to was available!! Definitely would return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great Stay

Nice house, very clean. Enjoyed the room to spread out.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2024
Thank you, safe travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W.

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

Everything You Need and Great Location!

We had a great time at this property. Perfectly situated outside of Moab so as not to be caught up in the hustle and bustle but close enough to make it a convenience getting to attractions. Also a peacefully and quiet area with nice trails and local history to soak in. Very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Luxury, Pet Friendly Lodgings!

The cabin was so clean and had all the amenities we could ask for! The master bedroom en suite shower was a welcome luxury after a day in the heat and dust.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2024
We are happy to hear that our house was perfect for your adventure. We hope to see you again. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Loved our stay!!

Stayed in Bonanza was amazingly quiet, beautiful location. Only complaint would be the exterior stairs need a railing. Would definitely stay again!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
Thank you, Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great little spot

The house was perfect for what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2024
We are happy to hear that the house was perfect for you. Safe travels and we hope you stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH K.

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

Amazing

Beautiful place? Clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you, Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan C.

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

Thompson springs

It was perfect and exactly what we needed. The property was very clean and easy to access
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2024
Thank you , Safe travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

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

quiet location convenient to the outdoors

Super-clean property with no animal or smoke smell. The updated master bath had a great shower and the kitchen was functional. Though there is a porch, the property is exposed to the sun, especially in the evenings. No crazy neighbors shooting off fireworks on Pie and Beer Day, so that was a major bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jerry L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Bonanza House

Nice place. Check in and out were simple. Comfortable space. Updated master bath. Close to Interstate 70.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
we are so gracious for your nice response, and the compliments that you lavished upon the staff for cleanliness and having the unit well equipped , thanks for all and hope to see you again soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was great, clean, AC worked, comparing to our negative experience with Airbnb, we were very happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Clean and comfortable

Like other reviews mentioned, this place is around a 30-40 minute drive to Moab but well worth it if you want a relaxing, quiet, spacious place to have as a home base. Plenty of room for the 4 of us. Very clean with an awesome front porch to hang out on after a long day exploring. We definitely would stay here again if we come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great place for price

My family stayed for 4 nights while we explored Arches and Canyonlands NP and Moab. It was a bit of a drive, but we prefer to be out away from the bustle of people. Plenty of room for everyone and very clean. Comfortable beds and cold air conditioning (it was HOT). We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2021
Thank you Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina L.

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

Great place

We had a great time at Bonanza house. We missed the fact that it is an RV park. We selected it for the secluded location. However, it was very quiet and we didn't meet more than 3-4 people. The owners are very kind and gave us great advice and suggestions regarding the less popular but beautiful areas we can go to.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come see us again sometime. Safe Travels Doraleen & Narshel BRVM
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

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

We always enjoy staying at Ballard RV Park

It's our home base for our annual mountain biking trips to Moab, and this time we even rode Fruita one day. This was our first time at the Bonanza House (we usually stay at the Nutter House), which was great. The house is clean, kitchen is well stocked, grill is great. The only thing missing is a table on the covered patio. We will be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you, safe travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pietras b.

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

More than expected

House was much roomier than expected. Although listing indicated 3 bedrooms the rooms were much larger than expected. Ditto with the two bathrooms. House was well maintained and clean. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2023
Thank you, Safe Travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Retired hikers

When we arrived the house was ready and very clean. We used it as a base for 5 days of hiking/ biking in Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Moab. It was convenient and very quiet. I would recommend the property to any group of 6 or fewer.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

daniel f.

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

hidden secret

This is a great park. spread out with many options, tent cabins rv access. Our double wide is a home. Air conditioning is great. so comfortable. But wait! turn right out of Park and if no rain I mean NO Rain. the drive into Thompson and for sure Sego canyon was the smoothest canyon roads you can find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you

About the host

Hosted by Walt Williams

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I have been to all the 50 states and have concluded that this part of Utah is among the most scenic and interesting places. I love outdoor adventure and wild life

Why they chose this property

I chose this location because basically you have the whole place to your self ! This is the cheapest place to stay , but the irony is it just happens to be the best place to stay if you like wilderness and wide open spaces and clean air. Those who like rush hour and dog eat dog will feel out of place here.

What makes this property unique

The most unique feature of this property is the ease of access to thousands of miles of atv trails and sight seeing
The first impression of this ghost town may not be that great, but there is a lot to do and see in the immediate area.
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