I know the reviews "say" that John Wayne slept here but when I walked in and saw an autographed picture of him on the mantel of one of the many fireplaces, I was not only impressed but intrigue set in. Then a twinge of deja vu hit imagining the cowboy of all time swaggering across the original flagstone floor and ducking to clear the top of the door to a lovely appointed front bedroom!

And, when I say awesome, I'm not just talking about the magnificent views at Saddlerock Ranch - the place is jaw-dropping! I had booked my stay at Saddlerock due to my fortunate fate of having to be in Sedona for a week of business meetings and wanted to sandwich in some personal introspective time. After reading the many positive reviews here on Trip Advisor, it seemed like the perfect spot for my grab-and-go hiatus.

Well, walking in and being greeted by John Wayne was just the beginning of my enchanting experience at Saddlerock Ranch. The place oozes with deep history and exudes charm and warmth. The beauty of the walls made of red rock and adobe not only bring the landscape inside but seem to blanket you with their warmth. From every vista point on the Ranch, the panoramic views are larger than life. I found myself running back and forth to the windows as the light changed on the red rocks, sometimes almost minute by minute.

I can see Saddlerock Ranch as a great place to converge with all of my friends that are scattered in every direction and just have the place totally to ourselves for a grand reunion. I'm in the midst of planning that right now. The appointments in the rooms with refrigerators, microwaves and tv's, as well as high speed internet throughout means that each individual will be able to have as much privacy as they choose while having the group experience just on the other side of the door.

I'm looking forward to sharing this incredible find with my friends as soon as we can decide on a week that works for everyone and booking it. I have a feeling that I'll be returning to Saddlerock Ranch again and again.

I decided to book this B&B after reading that it was one of the best places to stay in Sedona and it had one of the best views. I made a reservation in January directly with the owner. It was very difficult to make contact with her either by e-mail or phone. I have since learned that she does not reside on the premises. Much to my surprise, in mid-July she e-mailed and told me that she didn't think I should stay there because she had booked other guests that may make my stay unpleasant. I assured her that we would be fine in the cabin which was separate from the house where the other guests where to be housed. About a week or so later she informed me that she hadn't taken a deposit from my credit card that I had provided for a reservation and that she was providing me with names of other establishments where I could stay. It appears that the owner only wants to rent the entire property, and when she is able to do so, she sends you packing. So, don't waste your time trying to book just one room. This is definately NOT a B&B. It is a property rental only, and it is a shame that the current owner is ruining its long-standing reputation.

After making a reservation and talking with the new owner via phone in November, I received a confirming email. Imagine my surprise when I emailed a couple of days ago to confirm how to get into the property that the owner had no idea I was coming. She had a family of five staying the house where I had a confirmed reservation for two of the rooms!!! Just a heads up on how this operation is run. BEWARE!!!

my wife and i stayed at saddle rock for 3 nights in october we booked there because on the web site it looked and sounded very peaceful and views looked wonderful 1 out of 2 is not bad i surpose.on the web site there was a choice of 3 rooms when we arrived they had let a 4th room which was directly above our room ,it was very noisy we could not sleep the first night we spoke to the nice couple above us who tried to be as quiet as pos.your breakfast you had to order the day before and then a young man collected from somewhere in sedona and then served it to you first morning cold eggs on toast and cold pancakes,after that we ordered fruit.hot food was no good.i complained to arna who i think was in la but nothing has been done about my complaint.its a shame that such a wonderful position has been spoilt by bad service.i would not book to go there again.