Packing, weather, etiquette, pet-friendly
Jul 18, 2026 · 6 min read
The latest official Pocket Fire status (83% contained, now in recovery/BAER assessment, SR 89A open) — what's open (all of Sedona, including the canyon), what's still closed, monsoon flash-flood safety guidance, and what it means for your stay.
Jul 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Our seven homes ARE on Airbnb — same houses, photos, and synced calendars. Booking direct skips the guest service fee (about 10% total savings), and here's how to vet any direct site before you trust it.
Jul 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Sedona is 115 miles (about 2 hours) from Phoenix. Real drive times from Flagstaff, Scottsdale, Las Vegas, and the Grand Canyon — plus which airport to fly into and the scenic-route choice worth making.
Jul 7, 2026 · 2 min read
The honest math: Airbnb adds ~19% and Vrbo ~9% in guest fees on the exact same homes. What stays the same when you book direct, what changes, and how to vet any direct-booking site.
Jul 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Yes for most trips — but Uptown is walkable and the free Sedona Shuttle covers popular trailheads. What locals actually recommend, parking reality, and airport logistics.
Jul 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Sedona is high desert at 4,350 ft — strong sun, cool evenings, seasonal swings. The packing list our guests wish they'd had, by season, plus what our homes already stock.
Apr 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Most Sedona Haven rentals welcome dogs, and most of Sedona is dog-friendly. Here is how to actually plan a great trip with your pup.
