Skip to main content
Entire home

Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views

Vacation home in Kanab with kitchen and fireplace

Photo gallery for Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views

TV, fireplace - Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views (Kanab)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views (Kanab)
Property grounds - Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views (Kanab)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views (Kanab)
A heated pool - Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views (Kanab)
A firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms2414 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views

Welcome to Thistle Retreat, a luxurious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with a private hot tub, located in the serene Sunflower Skies near Kanab, UT. Perfect for groups and families, Thistle Retreat offers modern amenities and stunning desert views. Guests get access to our rare-to-find seasonally solar heated and cooled pool, pavilion, pickleball courts, fire pit and playground!

The Space:
Thistle Retreat boasts a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Guests enjoy a spacious living area with stylish decor, a fully equipped kitchen, and a comfortable dining area. Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic internet and smart TVs throughout the home. Each bedroom features its own ensuite bathroom, ensuring privacy and room for all, with an additional half-bath for convenience. Additional amenities include a fireplace, air conditioning, a 2-car garage, and a private patio that is fenced which includes a BBQ and seating ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. You will experience unforgettable adventures amidst Kanab's red cliffs staying here.

Guest Access:
Enjoy full access to Thistle Retreat, including a private hot tub and patio area. Guests can also use the community amenities such as the swimming pool, pavilion, pickleball courts, fire pit, and kids' playground.

The Neighborhood:
Sunflower Skies offers a peaceful environment surrounded by natural beauty, with easy access to hiking trails and national parks. The community is family-friendly and ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat.

Getting Around:
To fully enjoy the area, a car is recommended. Thistle Retreat offers convenient parking, making it easy to visit Kanab and explore the nearby attractions.

Other Things to Note:
Our shared outdoor pool is seasonally solar heated/cooled. Opening and closing dates can vary based on sunlight and outside air temperatures. As a rule of thumb we anticipate the pool to close October and open April/May/June depending on weather patterns.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,414 square feet

Similar properties

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Willow Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Zion NP
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 13 reviews
Willow Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Zion NP

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No smoking, vaping, parties or events.
Guest are required to sign the Rental Agreement
$500 security hold ($300 for studio units) is required prior to arrival and will be refunded within 3 days post-stay provided no damages occur.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b6c370x

About the neighborhood

Map
Kanab, UT

What's nearby

  • Temple of Sinawava Trail - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Johnson Canyon Rd - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Old Paria - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Kanab City Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Little Hollywood Movie Museum - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buckskin Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's Burgers at The Junction - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rocking V Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Temple of Sinawava Trail, Johnson Canyon Rd, and Old Paria. Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument and Kanab Heritage Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Thistle Retreat l Private Hot Tub I Pool I Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thistle retreat

Great property. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Kids loved the hot tub and pickle ball courts! Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kanab Vacation Home

The house was great, just what we needed for a family of 11. Great house, layout, hot tub and pickle ball court. Close to all of the adventures we went on and even a great house to just relax at on a down day. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would book again on our next adventure to Kanab.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So good we’d come again

This house was exactly like it shows and communication from the host and the website info made the stay convenient and easy. Our two families enjoyed exploring Kanab together and sharing this spacious home was great. Everything in the home is nice and comfortable and better than expected in a vacation rental. We’d all come back and choose this exact house again. Thanks again to the host and property manager for being easy to work with and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Property was nice. Manager was quick to answer questions we had and get us a few items the property needed in a timely manner. And yet they respected our privacy. Pickleball courts were fun, this rental had paddles and pickleballs. Pool was closed because it was still cold but the hot tube was fun. Grill was working well. The whole community has vacation rentals so you don’t feel your bothering any locals. And we loved our time in Kanab. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Thistle is great

I want to first thank Jeff of Utah Escapes. Jeff was very courteous and helpful in the booking process and had good communication throughout the stay. The home was very spacious for our party of 6, as well as clean. The setting of the home is perfect, just outside of Kanab, with a beautiful backdrop setting of the area. All of the beds were very comfortable and seemed new (a huge plus for my back issues). Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The kitchen is decently stocked, has a crockpot and a drip coffee maker, but not a K-cup style. A huge plus was being able to park in the garage, with a garage opener provided! This was great for loading and unloading as needed, and not in the elements. Our kids loved using the pool and Pickle Board courts while at the house. We purchased a medium size cooler while visiting and left it at the house for future vacationers. Having this was a must for the trails and heat! Great place, don’t hesitate to book it.

10/10 Excellent

Ganbaatar T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, super clean house, well equipped,we are really enjoying staying there Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rusty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grand Canyon Hike

The place was excellent! It was perfect for a group and close to many National Parks. The host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025