The Scholar’s Casita Home Arizona Sedona The Scholar's Casita Back to Search Results The Scholar's Casita Sunset's are spectacular from this hilltop Sitting, reading, dreaming, whatever you wish Evening at the Scholar's Casita Cozy Casita Bedroom Casita Kitchenette Open Gallery Sunset's are spectacular from this hilltop Sitting, reading, dreaming, whatever you wish Evening at the Scholar's Casita Cozy Casita Bedroom Casita Kitchenette Entrance door, coat rack, cozy chair 360 cozy sq ft. Close to Sedona, hiking and wineries Beautiful place to sit for morning coffee Main door Casita Kitchen Coffee and filtered water Kitchenette Mini fridge and freezer Casita bathroom Bath with shower Casita Entrance Snow from the Casita window The Scholar's Casita Casita Front view Exterior Front A welcoming patio out front View to the north View to the east View to the South View to the Southeast Driving up to the Casita Family of deer visit every day Winter Snows are magical on the hill Scholar's Casita Floorplan Canoeing on the Verde River Hiking Trails Historic Jerome Jerome Historic Mining Town Montezuma Castle National Monument Sedona Red Rocks Take a drive on Route 66 Tuzigoot National Monument Verde Canyon Railroad Verde Valley Wine Trail Williams train to Grand Canyon 130 miles roundtrip Montezuma Well Ruins Rock Art in Camp Verde Bell Trail Trailhead Trails are minutes away - Bike, Hike or Ride Golden Gulch and Well Vista Trail Trailhead Gallery View Rimrock, AZ 1 Bedrooms 1 full Baths 2 Guests 320 sq. ft. Pets OK (5.0) Description Rooms Amenities Reviews Calendar Location Welcome to The Scholar’s Casita — a soulful desert retreat created for travelers seeking peace, simplicity, and space to breathe. Tucked beside The Scholar’s House on a serene hilltop property in Lake Montezuma, this detached casita offers privacy, quiet, and extraordinary natural beauty in every direction. Surrounded by open skies and expansive Verde Valley views, the casita feels worlds away from the noise of everyday life while still being conveniently located near Sedona, Jerome, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the Verde Valley Wine Trail. This is not a traditional hotel-style stay filled with distractions and screens. There is intentionally no television. There is no microwave. Instead, mornings begin with desert sunlight pouring through the windows, evenings end beneath star-filled skies, and the beauty outside becomes the entertainment. Inside, the casita feels cozy, warm, and intentionally simple. The sleeping area is thoughtfully positioned beneath the window to capture natural light and peaceful desert mornings, while the small dining table easily doubles as a workspace for remote travelers seeking inspiration and quiet focus. The kitchenette includes everything needed for light meals and slow mornings — including a toaster oven, hot plate, coffee makers, mini fridge/freezer, and essentials for relaxed stays without unnecessary excess. Whether you’re visiting for hiking, wine tasting, creative retreat, remote work, or simply to reset and recharge, The Scholar’s Casita offers a peaceful place to land. The Space • Detached studio casita | Sleeps 2 • Full-size bed • 1 Bathroom • Kitchenette with hot plate, toaster oven, mini fridge/freezer • Drip coffee maker + Keurig • Starlink high-speed internet • Dedicated workspace • Pet friendly with fee • Expansive 360-degree Verde Valley views • Quiet multi-acre hilltop setting • No television by design — reconnect with nature instead Outdoor Experience The true magic of this property lives outdoors. Perched atop a peaceful hill with panoramic views in nearly every direction, the surrounding land offers quiet solitude, open desert skies, and a sense of calm that guests often describe as restorative. Spend your mornings enjoying coffee while deer wander through the property. Explore nearby hiking and biking trails just minutes away. End your evenings watching the sunset paint the Verde Valley before settling beneath brilliant dark skies filled with stars. This is the kind of place where time slows down. Hiking, Biking & Nearby Attractions The property is ideally located for exploring Northern Arizona’s outdoor beauty and charming small towns. Nearby attractions include: • Montezuma Well — ~10 minutes • Montezuma Castle National Monument — ~15 minutes • Sedona — ~30 minutes • Jerome — ~35 minutes • Cottonwood — ~25 minutes • Camp Verde — ~15 minutes • Verde Valley Wine Trail — 20–35 minutes • Tuzigoot National Monument — ~35 minutes • Wet Beaver Wilderness / Bell Trail — ~15 minutes Excellent hiking and biking trails can be found just minutes from the property, with access to scenic desert paths, national forest land, and beautiful Verde Valley trail systems. Things to Note • The casita is intentionally designed as a peaceful unplugged retreat. There is no television. • There is no microwave. • The main house may be rented separately, so the driveway may occasionally be shared with other guests. • Deer and local wildlife frequently pass through the property. • Starlink internet provides reliable high-speed WIFI for remote work. • Pet friendly with fee. • Due to the peaceful nature of the property and surrounding area, parties, events, loud gatherings, smoking, and vaping are strictly prohibited. • To confirm your reservation, a background check is required for property safety and insurance compliance. AZ TPT# 21599401 Rooms Studio Full Size Bed 0 Double Amenities Bathroom Body Soap Conditioner Hair Dryer Hot Water Shampoo Shower Gel Cleaning Products Bedroom & Laundry Bed Linens Essentials Extra Pillows & Blankets Hangers Towels Wardrobe or Closet Clothes Drying Rack Room Darkening Shades Washer - Community Washer - Private Cleanliness & Safety Carbon Monoxide Detector Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Outdoor Lighting Self Check-In & Check-Out Smoke Detector Common Surfaces Disinfected Deadbolt Lock Disinfectant Used While Cleaning Linens High Temp Wash (140 degrees) Internet & Office Wifi Wifi - Free Desk Desk Chair Ethernet Connection Laptop Friendly Workspace Wifi - Speed 100mbps Kitchen & Dining Coffee Coffee Maker Cooking Basics Refrigerator Wine Glasses Baking Sheet Dining Area or Room Dining table Dishes & Silverware Dishwasher Freezer Kitchen Spices Stove Toaster Location & Attractions Car - Recommended Winery Tours Car - Necessary Historic Themed Laundromat Nearby Mountain Museums River Romantic Themed Rural Town View - Mountain Zoo Accessibility Bedroom - Step Free Access Common Space - Step Free Access Home - Step Free Access Wheelchair Inaccessible Entertainment Books Games Puzzles Other Building, Complex Or Neighborhood Amenities Courtyard - Community Hospital Other Property Amenities Air Conditioning Courtyard - Private Heating Living Room Pets - Allowed Portable Fans Private Entrance Single Level Home Outdoor Garden or Backyard Outdoor Dining Outdoor Seating & Furniture Patio or Balcony Parking & Facilities Parking - Free Parking - On Site Free Parking - Private Services Chef - Available Cleaning During Stay - Available Cleaning During Stay - Fee Long Term Stays Allowed Massage - Available Sports, Leisure & Adventure Antiquing Bird Watching Boating Cycling Eco Tourism Fishing Gambling Hiking Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Mountain Climbing Rafting Rock Climbing Shopping See All Amenities + Reviews 5.0 (6 Reviews) Write A Review Thank you for submitting your review. It will be processed shortly! We value your privacy. Your email address will not be shared publicly. SUBMIT Eric G. Stayed May, 2025 Airbnb Review Great Place. Host's response: Thank you Eric for your 5 star review and selecting the Scholar's Casita for your weekend stay! Chelsea A. Stayed May, 2025 Airbnb Review We booked extremely last minute while on an impromptu road trip and Susan responded immediately and we had a completely lovely stay! The studio was clean and well appointed, and we greatly appreciated all the little details, including the books and the Bustelo coffee that was on hand! Host's response: Chelsea so glad you enjoyed your stay in the Casita! We look forward to welcoming you back again! Carolina V. Stayed May, 2025 Airbnb Review Its a nice cozy, quite a d peacefully place. Beautiful sunsets and sunrise. Nice neighborhood a d walkable. Am definitely going back. Host's response: Carolina we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back! Lucky K. Stayed Apr, 2025 Airbnb Review beautiful spot, with some of the best views. sunset was incredible, and stargazing was perfect. the casita is cute, picture-perfect. neighbors said as they walked by. and local restaurants had good food and were welcoming. definitely recommend this place! Host's response: Lucky it was wonderful to be able to host you on such a special weekend. We appreciate your selecting the Casita and hope to welcome you back in the future. Heather T. Stayed Mar, 2025 Airbnb Review The studio is cozy, perfect for one or two people. I really enjoyed watching the deer every morning and every dusk. Would stay here again: Host's response: Thank you Heather! We are so grateful you chose us for your stay here in the Verde Valley. The deer are beautiful to watch. We look forward to welcoming you again. Haley G. Stayed Mar, 2025 Airbnb Review I loved this place! It was the perfect peaceful and quaint getaway spot, suitable for one or two guests. I was cozy every single night, and enjoyed coming back to the Airbnb each evening. Mornings were perfect. The place had everything I needed. It's about 30 minutes from Sedona, but this drive was a good way to end each night and start each day. The views are also great! Host's response: Thank you Haley for your kind words. We so enjoyed having you stay with us in this magical corner of the world and will welcome you back anytime! Availability Select your travel dates to view a detailed quote. Location Choose dates to calculate quote Check-in: Check-out: Number of Guests Adults: 1 Adults 2 Adults Children: 0 Children 1 Children 2 Children Pets: Pets 0 Pets 1 Pet Okay Share Your Name: Your Email: Recipients Email: Enter one or more recipient email addresses separated by comma Message: Add to Favorites Favorites Print Inquire Inquiry Form - Property Details Page Inquiry form for property pages. 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