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40 Acre Escalante Canyon Retreat
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m
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Escalante, UT
- Calf Creek Recreation Area6 min drive
- Lower Calf Creek Falls Trailhed6 min drive
- Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Loft 1
1 Single Bed
Loft 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
40 Acre Escalante Canyon Retreat
Cross Creek Ranch (the property) is part of a 160 acre private in holding in the heart of The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, seated halfway between Bryce Canyon National Park and Capitol Reef National Park. Located where Scenic Highway 12 ('The Golden Loop') crosses the Escalante River, it is the hiking trail head to the renowned Escalante Canyons. The main home and guest house (see vrbo 652481) are the only structures on the last 40 acres downriver before 75 miles of wilderness area that runs all the way to Lake Powell.
This getaway is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath river front home tucked in between large cottonwood shade trees with views on all sides of the Escalante Canyon, meadows, cliffs, and river. The 1300 sq. ft. house sits in a lush riparian oasis surrounded by 600 ft. sandstone cliffs. Hike from the front door to first class scenic wonders.
The 16x28 ft. great room has 15 ft. cathedral ceilings with a massive stone fireplace and a 4x16 ft. built-in window seat. Magnificent views can be seen from the fully equipped kitchen with concrete counter tops, cherry wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom with a king bed has a glass wall view of a 200 ft. slick rock pour off, and a glass mosaic tile shower. Beautiful canyon and meadow views can be seen from the second bedroom (queen bed) as well as the spacious 8x30 ft. deck. The home has excellent wi-fi and no TV. A high clearance vehicle is preferable for the concreted low-water river crossing (generally 1 ft. deep).
We are using CDC certified Covid-19 killing disinfectant spray called QA Solution for our guests safety.
This getaway is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath river front home tucked in between large cottonwood shade trees with views on all sides of the Escalante Canyon, meadows, cliffs, and river. The 1300 sq. ft. house sits in a lush riparian oasis surrounded by 600 ft. sandstone cliffs. Hike from the front door to first class scenic wonders.
The 16x28 ft. great room has 15 ft. cathedral ceilings with a massive stone fireplace and a 4x16 ft. built-in window seat. Magnificent views can be seen from the fully equipped kitchen with concrete counter tops, cherry wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom with a king bed has a glass wall view of a 200 ft. slick rock pour off, and a glass mosaic tile shower. Beautiful canyon and meadow views can be seen from the second bedroom (queen bed) as well as the spacious 8x30 ft. deck. The home has excellent wi-fi and no TV. A high clearance vehicle is preferable for the concreted low-water river crossing (generally 1 ft. deep).
We are using CDC certified Covid-19 killing disinfectant spray called QA Solution for our guests safety.
Property manager
Katie Howland 2
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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Children
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
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Located in Boulder, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, while Escalante Heritage Center and Anasazi State Park are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Escalante, UT
What's nearby
- Calf Creek Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
- Lower Calf Creek Falls Trailhed - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
- Escalante River Trailhead - 26 min drive - 23.2 km
- Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - 26 min drive - 25.4 km
- Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - 29 min drive - 27.0 km
Restaurants
- Kiva Koffeehouse - 4 min drive
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23 April 2025
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21 April 2025
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Thomas W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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Karen M.
8 April 2025
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Stunning setting; beautiful house
Karen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Allison H.
8 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, unbelievable canyon location!
Allison H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cole H.
5 April 2025
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Got away from it all!
Cole H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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Larry P.
12 September 2024
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Larry P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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12 October 2024
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A gem in the red rocks!!
Anna R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill S.
24 July 2024
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Lovely home, beautiful setting
Bill S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan L.
22 September 2023
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Amazing Escalante River Retreat
Ryan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda B.
31 July 2021
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Escape to Paradise
Rhonda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
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8 June 2023
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Amazing place
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23 April 2023
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1 May 2023
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Meghan S.
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25 September 2023
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Lovely
Jenny and Tom
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30 July 2023
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Peaceful
Bob B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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23 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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23 April 2024
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Pure relaxation
Jay T.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
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Robert H.
30 December 2022
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About the host
Hosted by Katie Howland 2

About the owners Doug, Miranda, and Katie Howland: Doug is a 35-year designer/builder who built this beautiful home. His youngest daughter Katie lives in Portland with her older sister Miranda. After a career in the arts, Katie now manages the family’s properties. They built the house over a 7-year period in the late 90’s, commuting 7 hours each way from their home in Arizona. Doug now migrate between their properties in Arizona, Utah, and Hawaii. They like to hike, horseback ride, ski, practice yoga, whitewater raft, dance, and travel in their free time.
They also have vacation rentals in the town of Sedona in Northern Arizona and on the North Shore of Kauai.
They also have vacation rentals in the town of Sedona in Northern Arizona and on the North Shore of Kauai.
Why they chose this property
Doug came across this property in the early '90s. He fell in love with it not only for its beauty, but also because it is both accessible and secluded with the Escalante River flowing through it.
What makes this property unique
There are many amazing natural wonders right out the front door and within an hour's drive (see above). Look for deer and wild turkey in the meadow in the mornings and evenings and watch the cloud shadows change over the canyon walls. Head up or down the canyon into rugged wilderness, and return home to comfort.
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