A Scandinavian retreat. Located on 2.84 acres with main house. Approx. 834 square feet on main level w an additional 2 lofts. Former potato bunkhouse remodeled to a modernized retreat w charming whimsical decor and comforts of home. Authentic wood burning sauna available upon owner approval. Step outside after a cleansing steam and cool off under Milky Way and enjoy a warm shower in mountain air, or use our indoor shower attached directly to steam room. Kitchenette, living area, bedroom, reading nooks, bathroom and shower. Close to Flagstaff, en route to Grand Canyon, Locket Meadow, Inner Basin, & Snowbowl Ski Resort. Warm stained concrete heated floors. Our authentic wood burning sauna is available for use w a fee (25$)per time used. Pets are to be cleared w owners and there is pet fee (35$/pet/3days) to be paid before arrival.
During your stay at this guesthouse, you'll be close to Sacred Peaks Health Center.
Free WiFi
Amenities include a car charging station
On-site recreation includes a sauna and a playground
Just a 3-minute drive from Sacred Peaks Health Center and a few minutes from Flagstaff Mall and The Marketplace
Quaint Scandinavian Hygge Oasis, Wood Burning Sauna, Outside Shower offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Flagstaff guest house is smoke free.
Property manager
Ryan Kariniemi
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Things to do
Books
Games
Playground
Sauna
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Hob
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Meal delivery service
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Living room
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Clear pets with owner. 35$/pet/3 days
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Haley O., Chandler, AZ
6 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, quaint escape !!
My friend and I brought our kids to stay for a quick getaway. We throughly enjoyed the amenities, location, and relaxed atmosphere provided here. There were plenty of places to sleep, cookware so we could make a few meals, and plenty of cozy blankets. The kids love the loft area as their own personal “play area”. I highly recommend for anyone looking for absolute relaxation!!
Haley O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sera M.
20 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A whimsical space!
Clean and well appointed w/everything you would need and then some. A great location to enjoy all of Flagstaff or just stay in and luxuriate in the sauna! Really appreciated the tea selection and the private yard. High scores all around. The whole family is looking forward to returning!
Sera M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in a snow storm
My fiancée and I with our dogs stayed 2 nights. We came to see the Grand Canyon but there was an intense winter storm while we were here. It didn’t seem to phase the locals but seeing as we’re from California, we were apprehensive about driving in the snow. It got down to 8 degrees but the cottage stayed cozy and we were grateful for the heated floors. If it wasn’t for the ample space and sauna this trip would have been ruined. It was a very nice place to be holed up for a storm. We will just have to come back in the Spring to see the Grand Canyon and definitely stay here again.
We absolutely loved this space! Perfect size for my small family. Beautiful little backyard where we grilled, ate and enjoyed a campfire every night. The location was close to fishing, hiking, horseback riding, restaurants and a grocery store. Thank you for helping to make our family vacation a great one!
Kristin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katherine M.
29 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Spot
This guest house was fantastic! I was in town to work for a couple of weeks, and this was a perfect cosy, comfortable spot. The view coming out the door was spectacular, and the location was great.
Katherine M.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
26 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
*Perfectly Quaint*
Excellent communication from Ryan! We will stay here again when visiting NAU for sure. Highly recommend if you are looking for a place to relax but still have the amenities of home away from home. Cutest decor and so comfy. We didn’t try out the sauna because the weather was too hot, but I bet in the winter it would be amazing!
Amy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Philip W.
9 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a quiet stay!
We had a wonderful time, everything we needed was provided, and even though there wasn't a TV it turned out we didn't really need one. Next time we need a summer getaway we'll be back!
Philip W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
11 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to chill
Easy and relaxing
Jennifer C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shayna V.
23 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and unique
We stayed for a graduation and really enjoyed our stay here. We have a 2 year old that throughly enjoyed the lofts(with our supervision of course). We were pleasantly surprised to find 2 small mattresses upstairs in one of the lofts. We didn’t end up using them but if we returned that’s somewhere separate for the kids to sleep. The bathroom/shower was so cool and unique. It kind of reminded me of a cabin feel but clean. We appreciated having the washer and dryer since we traveled cross country. Very nice hosts. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Oh and very convenient location for NAU and flagstaff. Thank you guys.
Shayna V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Manna N.
26 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Cozy, clean, quiet apartment in a beautiful location. We had a lovely stay.
Manna N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carrie V.
13 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Eclectic getaway
Property was immaculate, and so fun for kids with all of the little spots to tuck away.
Carrie V.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul L.
13 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Ski getaway
Stayed for 3 nights for a cozy getaway in the snow and home base for skiing. The rental was perfect for our family and fur kids. Ryan was easy to communicate with and very responsive. The sauna was perfect after a long day on the slopes. All the essentials were there and our teenagers appreciated having their own separate loft! Definitely will stay again. Oh and the massive heard of elk passing through the property in the morning was pretty cool too!
Paul L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
6/10 Okay
Erika L.
10 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Not for everyone
Communication with host was great. Location felt isolated. I went in December and was constantly cold especially with the bathroom being located so close to back door exit with lots of drafts. This place wasn't for me but I'm sure others will like it.
Erika L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
ANNMARIE R.
27 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Ah-mazing Stay for Thanksgiving
When I tell you I could make a whole thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings because the home away from home provided everything I needed, I mean it! Ryan is an amazing host who was more than gracious to provide an amazing stay that included our silly emotional support dog Apollo to roam about outside in the spacious backyard. Do not sleep on this oasis, it’s worth the stay. Will definitely book again in the future
ANNMARIE R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
8/10 Good
LIsa Z.
27 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything You Need
Communication was great. Check in was easy.
Overall this place worked well. It was a bit cluttered and challenging to find places to set luggage or other items.
Being dog friendly was nice but tricky to let your dogs in the yard even with supervision as there was a way for them to get out easily.
Also a strange set up to have to go through the bathroom to get to the backyard.
The place worked okay and was clean, just a bit too cluttered and strange set up for convenience with being pet friendly.
LIsa Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alisia S.
10 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
The place was so cute and super clean inside! Exceeded our expectations and would definitely stay again. Ryan was great - we accidentally locked ourselves out (our error entirely) and he was quick to resolve the issue and was very understanding. Thank you again!
This was an awesome little mountain getaway with a wood burning sauna that is a must! Host was very nice and accommodating, highly recommend this place.
Chris W.
10/10 Excellent
Patricia C.
16 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Thumbs up
Patricia C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Marisa M.
27 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bungalow
Well appointed, conveniently located, kind hosts. I would recommend this spot.
Marisa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Shaun B.
13 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay
wood burning sauna and outdoor shower made this unique stay very pleasant. There was plenty of space and room for our dog to run around. Wouldn't change much about this visit.
Shaun B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ben F.
29 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy stay!
We loved this unique spot! Perfect for people looking for something a little different from your average place. The listing gave us the impression that it wasn't necessarily meant for kids, but on being there, a couple areas seem especially for them. There are two lofts with low ceilings that would be tougher for adults to make use of. There were also a number of children's books. We really enjoyed the style of the decor. One thing we didn't get to make use of was the sauna, which would be wonderful, I'm sure. Maybe next time! This place is in a nice, quiet area, and close to lots of hiking trails, which was perfect for us. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Ben F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Daryl H.
11 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place and nice family!
Fun combination of modern and rustic style.
Daryl H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gail C., Tucson
2 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming place
The place is exactly how it’s described. Take advantage of the sauna, it is worthwhile. Bring a book as well, so many great spots to curl up in.