The stunning city of Prescott was once the capital of Arizona. It is also home to Watson Lake, where you can go kayaking, canoeing, hiking, and fishing. This place is known as one of the top Western destinations in the United States. You can experience the Old West vibe by visiting Whiskey Row, a strip of saloons and entertainment venues. Moreover, you can learn more about the city’s history by visiting Sharlot Hall Museum. Meanwhile, Phippen Museum houses Western art. Do you want to immerse yourself further in the area’s unique atmosphere? Book one of the best ranches to stay near Prescott, Arizona.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Zebra Refuge Stay (from USD 125)
Believe it or not, there’s a zebra farm about 15 minutes from downtown Prescott, and you can actually book your stay there. The farm is also the home of other animals, such as cows, chickens, cats, and dogs.
The unit is well-equipped and comes with a kitchen. The host provides shampoo, conditioner, and cleaning products so you don’t have to bring your own. Plus, outdoor enthusiasts will love that this property is just a short distance from the Granite Mountain trailhead.
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no central air but space heaters providers kept the place plenty warm and comfortablewe really enjoyed our peaceful secluded stay with a great view and a cozy environmentwe had everything we needed in the space and the bed was super comfortablezebras were so cool to pet and interact kitchen was stocked with dishes coffee and a hot potsuper comfortable beautiful views perfect retreat to get away from every day hustle and bustleCleanliness:
very clean and stylish placeit's clean and comfythe house was super clean and adequately stockedsafe clean space filled with zebrasthis is a very spacious and clean place--- especially for "the farm"Host:
the host is greatwe got a chance to chat rodney who was super friendlydenise is very responsive and will answer any questions you havethe zebras were the highlight never met something so majestic and friendly to humansRead more reviewsLocation:
great property and location for our staygreat location and just a hop skip and jump away from everything we wanted to doit was so nice to be just far enough away but close to everything we planned to seeit was nice to get up close to a zebrabeautiful place to stay very close to hiking trails and easy to get into downtown prescott
2. Shooting Star (from USD 180)
Travelers who love alpacas will love this property as they can see these cute animals. While the rental looks rustic outside, it is furnished with modern amenities. Its kitchen is even equipped with the essentials at your disposal.
This option also offers other forms of entertainment besides treating you to fun alpaca encounters. There’s cornhole equipment if you want to play a game or two. Swings are available for kids and kids at heart. Moreover, take advantage of the outdoor space, which includes a grill.
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plenty of space and it’s comfortablethe furnishings were comfortable and the cabin was very cleaneven better than expected essentially 2 studio apartments in one cabinvery comfortable and kid-friendly for families traveling with little onesCleanliness:
comfy and clean roomsthe cabin was so clean and the beds were extra comfortablesuper clean adorable cabin my daughter loved the extra room with her own kitchen areadebbie jo and randy’s cabin was great huge and very cleanHost:
great accommodations and great hosts highly recommendthis place was amazing debbie jo and randy are so nice and hospitableRead more reviewsLocation:
what a wonderful find nestled off the highway 17 great location and super cleanbeautiful location and the kids loved being able to run and play outside and feed the alpacasthey were though pretty close to the rental several times over the weekendlocation was perfect for us my family was able to enjoy the surrounding areasthis is a perfect place for a family
3. Pet-friendly stone cottage (from USD 232)
This area in Arizona is known for its history, so what better way to pay homage to it than by spending in a historical house? This 1930a stone cottage sits on a hilltop, allowing guests to enjoy views of the surrounding farms. The rental’s amenities include a kitchen and laundry appliances. There’s also a fire pit and a grill you can use.
Do check with the host if you’re planning on bringing animals such as dogs and horses.
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the cottage is comfortable and quietthe house is also super charming and comfortable with a great viewgreat view cozy feel cute animalsCleanliness:
great place clean and beautifulgreat place clean well stocked quiet and pleasantthe cottage is spacious clean and comfortable with lots of personal touches that makes the stay specialHost:
joseph was a great hostthe caretaker was very friendlyour host joe was absolutely greatwe loved seeing the friendly farm animals toobest part of the experience was meeting the owner joeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to sedona and prime hiking trailsthis is an excellent property and locationit is such a peaceful and grounding place to be close to all activitiesexcellent location in a nice-sized historic cottagewonderful cottage in a great hilltop location
4. The Ranch House (from USD 225)
This rental is a great choice for people who want to experience an idyllic vacation enjoying time in the outdoors. This property is surrounded by greenery and is close to a pond, where guests can go fishing. Rest and relax on the property’s outdoor area, which comes with a fire pit and outdoor furniture. There’s also a grill if you want to have a barbecue.
Guests may bring their pets here. Do check with the host if you want to say hello to the farm animals.
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super comfortable with great viewsvery comfortable house with everything necessary for a comfortable staynice decorative touches all throughout the home full kitchen with amenities and gorgeous viewsgreat place beautiful setting comfortablebeds very comfy and we enjoyed grilling on the patioCleanliness:
clean as can beit was very clean inside & outit was exceptionally clean and cozy and the area is quiet peaceful and relaxingthe ranch house is a perfect getaway - the cabin is super clean and thoughtfully appointedcheckin went great and the house was spacious and cleanHost:
irene was a wonderful host and she was very accommodatingirene is a wonderful host and a very nice ladyirene is gracious host and very responsiveirene is a good host and always makes herself available for anything you may needirene is a super host very friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
nice alternative to sedona with the close accesswonderful location- definitely recommend can't wait to come againwe'll definitely go back in the future and i would recommend this place to everyoneit was very quiet and peaceful and exactly what we needed to relax and enjoy our time awayvery cool and interesting place to stay with a lot of old west arizona history
5. Moke Ranch Guesthouse (from USD 193)
This listing will allow guests to marvel at gorgeous desert vistas with mountains as the backdrop. The interiors of the guesthouse are just as beautiful as the surroundings. It comes with a kitchen with the essentials if you wish to cook hearty meals. You can even use the outdoor dining area to enjoy your meals and the views.
There’s parking on the premises. Guests will just be a short distance from the local wineries. This area is also known as a great spot for stargazing.
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did not mind it eventually heated up and was comfortablecomfy beds hot shower plenty of space for lounging and good wifi if you need itthe guest house is cute and quaint with shower bathroom and space heaters if you get busywe also appreciated having a basic kitchen setup for breakfast making and snacksCleanliness:
the guesthouse was clean spacious and comfortablegreat little place for some peace and quiet clean house and super responsive hoststhe house was very clean and the hosts are very friendlyHost:
the hosts are wonderfulthis host has to be the best host i have ever have to dateoverall highly recommend this hostsuch friendly adaptable and throughout hostssara and douglas were lovely hosts so nice and personableRead more reviewsLocation:
close to great hikesgoats chickens dogs beautiful scenery close to several wineriessara’s place was perfect for a rustic weekend awaybest coffe great location to see the grand canyon sedona and flagstaffclose to hiking in sedona and wineries which were fantastic for some late afternoon food and drinks
6. Cozy studio in a vineyard
This studio is just right for two people, making this a good option for solo travelers and couples. The modern rental comes with a well-equipped kitchen. WiFi is available so you can stay connected. There’s also a dedicated workspace if you’re in the area on business. The unit has air-conditioning and heating so guests can stay comfortable regardless of the season.
Do note that this area, while featuring a vineyard, does not have a winery. Moreover, guests driving electric vehicles can charge right on the property.
Cornville, Arizona, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the mattress is a bit firm but still comfortable with soft sheetsthe stay was quiet comfortable and filled with great sceneryclean cozy tranquil and the beautiful view with fresh airsuper comfortable bed thanks lyndaCleanliness:
clean and comfortableeverything was clean and newwell appointed clean and privatethe guest house was neat clean and relaxingthe property was beautiful and very cleanHost:
friendly hosts as welllinda was an extremely attentive host answering all of our questions promptly and offering great recommendationslynda was a great hostwonderful home and very nice and accommodatinglynda was responsive to all my questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location for wine venues on page springs roadgreat location for a getaway to sedona/cottonwoodextremely cozy and beautiful locationperfect retreat comfy stay perfect location to travel between sedona and the grand canyonwonderful and cozy getaway in a secluded beautiful landscape close to all major destinations around the area
7. Vintage Airstream at Harmony Acres Ranch (from USD 150)
Consider this rental as glamping with the bonus of meeting and greeting cute animals. This property at Harmony Acres Ranch is a renovated Airstream. It comes with a sofa that converts into a queen bed and twin bunk beds. It also has movie-watching equipment.
Guests are welcome to use the outdoor space, which has seats, a fire pit, a kitchen, and a hammock. Another highlight of this area is that it boasts beautiful sunsets and night skies.
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there was even a space heater that provided warmth as wellthe bunk beds were perfectthe beds were comfy and provided lots of warmth on a cold november nightthe ranch animals are very friendly and the bed is comfortablethe airstream was nicely remodeled and extremely cozy yet spaciousCleanliness:
the airstream is clean and comfythe airstream was very clean and perfect for my family of 3everything was so clean inside and came with snacks for us to enjoythe airstream is fully equipped and cleanHost:
holly is an excellent hostholly is just a awesome hostshe has really friendly animals all over the farmshe was extremely helpful and the trailer was packed with everything one would needthey were super friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
very safe and quiet locationamazing location and our son really enjoyed meeting the animalssedona is also super close bygreat location for a small and cozy gateway the animals and host add a warm and welcoming atmospheregreat place to disconnect and watch the sunset and stars
8. The Barn at Farm Circle (from USD 189)
Guests traveling with babies and small children will want to consider staying in this modern farmhouse. This family-friendly property has a crib, children’s dinnerware, and baby safety gates if needed. The property also has a fenced yard where kids and pets can play around. There’s even a large balcony where you can go stargazing.
This rental comes with a kitchen. Plus, the host offers drink and food options at their social eatery and market. While here, guests can even help themselves to the farm’s eggs.
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the couch comfortably sleeps one person and there is an extra pull out mattress under the bedshelly and danny's barn was absolutely incredible perfect location useful amenities cozy/comfortable and safeCleanliness:
the space was clean and comfortablevery clean warm and invitingit was beautiful clean comfortable and uniquewe loved our stay it was quiet clean and an absolutely beautiful areathe place was very clean and you can tell that they thought of everythingHost:
the owners were responsive and helpfulshelly and danny were great hostsshelly and danny's communication was excellent and they were great hoststhe animals we’re welcoming and friendlygreat communication with the hosts and super comfortable stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was fantasticvery quiet and peaceful locationamazing location amazing spot to bethe location was quiet and the house was super cutesuper cute place loved the pigs
9. Homey country cottage (from USD 120)
Check out this tiny house if you want to unplug and relax. This property provides you with views of a lavender micro-farm. There’s an outdoor living area where you can take in the views. Moreover, the property is surrounded by fruit trees, and you can help yourself with the ripe fruit.
A kitchen and a grill are available if you want to prepare your own food. The host also provides basic toiletries for your use. Guests will be delighted that the rates are inclusive of breakfast, ensuring a convenient stay. Long-term stays may be accommodated here if you plan to explore the city more.
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we stayed for one night and appreciated the homey touches like lavender and robes and wifithe gas fire pit and smart tv with wifi were nice touchesthere are a couple of heaters that really keep the space super warmloved the lavender and the comfy bedour stay was very comfortable and we would definitely recommend this propertyCleanliness:
very clean quiet and comfortableso extremely clean and simpleclean quiet comfortable and very well appointedclean everything you need and morea good spot to unwind the place is clean and peacefulHost:
great hosts and lovely cozy cottagethe place was very nice and hosts were greatthis place was amazing awesome space and the hosts are greatvery accommodating hosts we will be recommending this place to our friendsthe hosts added nice little thoughtful touches to make our stay even that much more specialRead more reviewsLocation:
great place close to sedonagreat location in sleepy little areagreat place and location for a great pricewith only being 15-20 min from sedona the location was great for usgreat place in an even better location
Experience the Old West in Prescott
You don’t need a time machine to experience the Old West. You can simply visit Prescott, which will guarantee a memorable getaway. For your next trip, stay at one of the ranches in the area and embrace the unique vibe that the city is known for.
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