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Campsite #1 at Shaw House, AZ
$150
Cabin Site #1
| Drive-In | 10 people |
| 100 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | weak |
5/25
6/5
Campsite #1 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 100ft driveway, Cabin Site
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 32% |
| 4 star | | 28% |
| 3 star | | 20% |
| 2 star | | 12% |
| 1 star | | 8% |
@JaniceD5908110 · Camped on Mar 6, 2025 at Campsite #1
We loved staying at the Shaw House! It is a home where the walls almost talk to you. It is rustic but very comfortable. The portable heaters helped since we didn't use the wood stove. I brought my own little space heater which we used in combination with the other heaters. Be sure to plug them into separate walls. We quit using the big heater in the living room because the cord became hot. The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were comfy. One of the bottom beds in the room with bunk beds was broken, but I was still able to sleep on it. Also, be sure to keep all your food stored away. We put out a mouse trap when we left. None of these things bothered us because it was an old house, and we are used to camping. The Shaw House was super cozy, especially since the nights were cold and we had one day of snow. We are definitely looking in to renting another NFS house.
@DeenaH4398259 · Camped on Jan 24, 2025 at Campsite #1
We love thee Shaw House ! Love all the wonderful upgrades they did. Would suggest you bring a heater as it got cold in living room! We had brought an extra heater and it was perfect. Love the views. Highly recommend staying here. It's just beautiful! Our family enjoyed games & hikes. Can wait to return!
@RachelS6363728 · Camped on Oct 21, 2024 at Campsite #1
Loved the cabin sad I will not return to it or the portal ccc house ...my dog is my family and I am always responsible when it comes to her. I loved the forest service for allowing my daughter to join me ...sorry for this loss
@CarlH7311691 · Camped on May 11, 2024 at Campsite #1
Beautiful place. Fantastic location! Kitchen apparently updated (according to the current photos). Very clean - well equipped. No evidence of rodents. A little disappointed we could not have an outside fire, but understand considering the fire risks. Wish we had had more time for a longer stay. Will rent again!
@DrewC3714854 · Camped on Apr 13, 2024 at Campsite #1
We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable historic structure.
@AlisonS1119816 · Camped on Jan 28, 2023 at Campsite #1
Wood locker was open and empty when we got there. No heat other than 2 electric heaters and electric stove. In January. What the heck. Mouse droppings in kitchen drawers and stove drawer. We wouldn't put any of our stuff even on the counters. Place is in dire need of heavy duty cleaning and maintenance to keep the rodents out. Previous guests had noted broken lamps and heaters and mice issues and we arrived to find the same things, in addition to no way to heat the place adequately!! I understand it is going to be rehabbed this summer, and it eeds it. The setting is gorgeous, and a good renovation on this place could make it really special. As it stands, better off spending the 8$ use fee to set up a tent up the road. I will be requesting a refund.
@SadieB8005948 · Camped on Jan 7, 2023 at Campsite #1
We recently stayed at the historic Shaw House in Cochise Stronghold, from Jan 7th through the 12th, 2023. Unfortunately, it is infested with mice. While we were there we removed three nests filled with mouse droppings and urine. Two of the nests were in one of the bedrooms. One was in a closet in an old filthy wadded up sheet and one was in a drawer full of old papers. The third nest was under the kitchen sink in a pile of plastic bags, paper and food remnants. While there, we cleaned all surfaces in the kitchen with bleach wipes but each morning there were fresh droppings. My impression of the Shaw House is that it has been severely neglected.
As you may know rodents have the potential to spread Hantavirus to humans through their feces, urine and saliva. These viruses can cause pulmonary syndrome, hemorrhagic fever, renal syndrome and death.
We recommend a thorough cleaning of the Shaw house including all cabinets, drawers and closets. Also hiring a professional pest control company to seal up openings in the house and exterminate the mice.
As you may know rodents have the potential to spread Hantavirus to humans through their feces, urine and saliva. These viruses can cause pulmonary syndrome, hemorrhagic fever, renal syndrome and death.
We recommend a thorough cleaning of the Shaw house including all cabinets, drawers and closets. Also hiring a professional pest control company to seal up openings in the house and exterminate the mice.
@WhitneyK669936 · Camped on Nov 4, 2022 at Campsite #1
Fantastic location, house has a ton of character and charm. Firewood was out so we couldn't build a fire in the bedroom wood stove (the main fireplace in the living room remains boarded up anyway). If you want a fire bring your own wood! Space heaters worked relatively well to heat the place otherwise. Hot water heater was out, which is new compared to when we stayed one year ago. Showers were chilly! On the whole a super cool spot, would love to see a little investment into maintaining the place!
@Elisabeth89365 · Camped on Oct 9, 2022 at Campsite #1
The Shaw house is set in a beautiful setting. It's 100 years history shows in the floor plan and add-ons. The website needs to be corrected to show that 4 vehicles are allowed on the property. There was an abundance of cleaning supplies. The wet vac helped remove the rainstorm water that came into a low walkway. Required clean up asked renters to wet mop the floors. However, the mop was missing. Also missing were mugs and glasses to accommodate 10 people. Douglas Ranger told me that renters often remove items. The overabundance of damaged frying pans could be reduced. We enjoyed our family stay, using the spacious dining table for games and cards during the thunder/hail storm in the afternoon. Close to Cochise Stronghold for hiking.
@RobertF6718628 · Camped on Oct 7, 2022 at Campsite #1
Very beautiful. Cool historic Cabin. Good value for me, an outdoorsman... much better than sleeping in a tent. Had a stove, fridge, toilet, shower. It was a little hard for the women folk in the family... rat droppings on many surfaces, etc. Really liked having a defined yard for the kids to play. Bummer they blocked off the fireplace and removed the living room stove. Minimal water pressure in showers water was hot. No fire wood as advertised. I would definitely stay again. I'd bring my own pot/pan next time. Plenty there but not a decent one in the lot (flaking Teflon, no lid, thin).
@MaryM8380528 · Camped on Apr 19, 2022 at Campsite #1
We really enjoyed our stay. The landscape is stunning. We only saw deer. Unfortunately, it was so windy we were not able to spend much time outside. Highly recommend reading the history of this wonderful cabin. You can find it in "the book". We will definitely go back.
@BrittaRe293260 · Camped on Mar 10, 2022 at Campsite #1
Cabin was clean and had all the basics. Sweet little piece of history. Great spot for walks and hikes. Beautiful oak groves nearby. We were happy campers.
@KristenJ348585 · Camped on Mar 8, 2022 at Campsite #1
Few things need to be fixed.
The rest of the stay was great!
The rest of the stay was great!
@MeganH9481648 · Camped on Jan 14, 2022 at Campsite #1
It is a beautiful location with lots of good hikes, and the beautiful full moon and stars lit up the property at night. We saw lots of western bluebirds and a few deer during our stay.
Now for the unfortunate part. I doubt a washer/dryer combo will ever show up there, but as there is no maid service you have to rely on the person before you to do a good job cleaning. Bring your own cleaning supplies and count on doing some serious scrubbing before you unpack. The sheet protectors are never cleaned and have lots of stains on them, so remove those and bring your own. There is an issue with the septic tank in the bathroom nearest the bunk beds leaving a terrible odor- bring a little Rid-X with you, maybe that will help. The fireplace in the back bedroom works great and there are three electric heaters to heat up the rest of the place. It would be great to replace the non-working wood stove in the living room. If you open the windows in the dining room or master bedroom, when ready to close them someone will have to go outside and gently press on the window frame while another person closes the latch on the inside- these are just some of the quirks of staying in a really old home. A couple of panes were broken while we were there, so I hope those get fixed soon too. If read these reviews, come prepared with the proper supplies and mindset, you should be ok. Good luck!
Now for the unfortunate part. I doubt a washer/dryer combo will ever show up there, but as there is no maid service you have to rely on the person before you to do a good job cleaning. Bring your own cleaning supplies and count on doing some serious scrubbing before you unpack. The sheet protectors are never cleaned and have lots of stains on them, so remove those and bring your own. There is an issue with the septic tank in the bathroom nearest the bunk beds leaving a terrible odor- bring a little Rid-X with you, maybe that will help. The fireplace in the back bedroom works great and there are three electric heaters to heat up the rest of the place. It would be great to replace the non-working wood stove in the living room. If you open the windows in the dining room or master bedroom, when ready to close them someone will have to go outside and gently press on the window frame while another person closes the latch on the inside- these are just some of the quirks of staying in a really old home. A couple of panes were broken while we were there, so I hope those get fixed soon too. If read these reviews, come prepared with the proper supplies and mindset, you should be ok. Good luck!
@MeganH796 · Camped on Jan 14, 2022 at Campsite #1
It is a beautiful location with lots of good hikes, and the beautiful full moon and stars lit up the property at night. We saw lots of western bluebirds and a few deer during our stay.
Now for the unfortunate part. I doubt a washer/dryer combo will ever show up there, but as there is no maid service you have to rely on the person before you to do a good job cleaning. Bring your own cleaning supplies and count on doing some serious scrubbing before you unpack. The sheet protectors are never cleaned and have lots of stains on them, so remove those and bring your own. There is an issue with the septic tank in the bathroom nearest the bunk beds leaving a terrible odor- bring a little Rid-X with you, maybe that will help. The fireplace in the back bedroom works great and there are three electric heaters to heat up the rest of the place. It would be great to replace the non-working wood stove in the living room. If you open the windows in the dining room or master bedroom, when ready to close them someone will have to go outside and gently press on the window frame while another person closes the latch on the inside- these are just some of the quirks of staying in a really old home. A couple of panes were broken while we were there, so I hope those get fixed soon too. If read these reviews, come prepared with the proper supplies and mindset, you should be ok. Good luck!
Now for the unfortunate part. I doubt a washer/dryer combo will ever show up there, but as there is no maid service you have to rely on the person before you to do a good job cleaning. Bring your own cleaning supplies and count on doing some serious scrubbing before you unpack. The sheet protectors are never cleaned and have lots of stains on them, so remove those and bring your own. There is an issue with the septic tank in the bathroom nearest the bunk beds leaving a terrible odor- bring a little Rid-X with you, maybe that will help. The fireplace in the back bedroom works great and there are three electric heaters to heat up the rest of the place. It would be great to replace the non-working wood stove in the living room. If you open the windows in the dining room or master bedroom, when ready to close them someone will have to go outside and gently press on the window frame while another person closes the latch on the inside- these are just some of the quirks of staying in a really old home. A couple of panes were broken while we were there, so I hope those get fixed soon too. If read these reviews, come prepared with the proper supplies and mindset, you should be ok. Good luck!
@LydiaM249 · Camped on Jan 9, 2022 at Campsite #1
Shaw House has really been allowed to go downhill over the past few years — it needs to be kept up better, furnished better, cleaned better, etc. I know the USFS needs the budget to do that, but it's a shame. More of those subsidized timber dollars should go into conserving our public lands and heritage buildings!
@PhilipS8287414 · Camped on Jan 7, 2022 at Campsite #1
I’ve been to a few forest service cabins and this one was very ‘rustic’ we even lost power on our final day. Mattresses were disgusting and one was covered in what looked like blood. The showers are terrible and come off as lazy. A large bathroom had a tiny RV shower shell in a wood frame box. The other one was the same tiny RV type shower. Also not many shaded areas to hang out and doesn’t have a covered patio or porch aside from a screened in sun room which feels very indoors.
I know it’s a FS cabin and expect it to be ‘rustic’ but it sure seemed like some small things would really make it a sweet spot.
I know it’s a FS cabin and expect it to be ‘rustic’ but it sure seemed like some small things would really make it a sweet spot.
@LaurieF247 · Camped on Dec 3, 2021 at Campsite #1
Shaw house was nice and clean when we arrived. We left it in the same clean condition when we left. We took our trash with us because we did not know where to dispose of it.
@AnthonyS747 · Camped on Oct 21, 2021 at Campsite #1
Shaw House-Great little cabin. Original plans were for two nights, was able to add another night to the beginning of our stay. Arrived about 10pm the first night: waning full moon and no lights to speak off. Very nice. Layout of the house was unique, yet by the end of our visit, felt like home. Enough room for everybody to stretch out, but not be very far away. Cabin was fenced in with enough area for five young kids to run around in. Cochise Stronghold neighbors very friendly and outgoing-learned a few things about the area from them. Was able to see deer every day we were there-even had two walk right past the big picture window on Sunday morning. Best thing though was no tv's and very, very limited cell service(the oldest kid could tell you exactly where the best cell service spots were for service of course).
Only encountered a few issues during our stay. Cabin does have three fireplaces, yet only one works-master bedroom(did not need a fire, yet wanted the ambience in the main room). Most windows did not open to let the cool breeze in. A couple windows are in need of repair-glass and/or screens. The most serious issue was the lack of water we encountered last day there(Sunday). Roughly had no water for anything(cooking, bathrooms, showers, etc). Made it slightly harder to clean up like they wanted us to, yet easier to leave though, Two older members of our party did encounter paranormal activity in the cabin at night. Nothing out of the ordinary for an older house.
All in all, our three night stay at the Shaw House was enjoyable and would look forward to another stay, albeit a few more days and as along as the water continues to flow.
Only encountered a few issues during our stay. Cabin does have three fireplaces, yet only one works-master bedroom(did not need a fire, yet wanted the ambience in the main room). Most windows did not open to let the cool breeze in. A couple windows are in need of repair-glass and/or screens. The most serious issue was the lack of water we encountered last day there(Sunday). Roughly had no water for anything(cooking, bathrooms, showers, etc). Made it slightly harder to clean up like they wanted us to, yet easier to leave though, Two older members of our party did encounter paranormal activity in the cabin at night. Nothing out of the ordinary for an older house.
All in all, our three night stay at the Shaw House was enjoyable and would look forward to another stay, albeit a few more days and as along as the water continues to flow.
@EmilyF775 · Camped on Oct 13, 2021 at Campsite #1
We spent 2 nights at the quaint Shaw House. The house was decently cleaned upon our arrival. Bring your own cleaning supplies- a broom, mop, shop vac and bucket are supplied, but sprays and liquid cleaners are limited. The views are spectacular from the yard and we enjoyed sitting around the fire pit in the evenings. We hiked both Cochise Trail and Rockfellow Dome from the campground. Rockfellow Dome is not a moderate trail as defined by AllTrails- not suited for over-60 crowd.
All in all we had a great trip.
Would definitely return.
All in all we had a great trip.
Would definitely return.
@KimberlyJ812 · Camped on Sep 10, 2021 at Campsite #1
This was our first stay at Shaw House, as we've always stayed in the campground on previous trips to Cochise Stronghold. We spent a relaxing three days and really enjoyed the place. The house is large, with comfortable beds and a very well-equipped kitchen (lacking only in coffee mugs--bring your own if you need more than two!). Everything was quite clean when we arrived, though you are a bit at the mercy of the people who precede you. Recreation.gov said the limit on cars was two, but info at the house said four, and there was indeed plenty of room to park. We enjoyed the notebook full of the history of the area, working a couple of the furnished jigsaw puzzles, picking jujubes from the tree just outside the front gate, watching deer wander by, and hiking out of the nearby forest service campground. The only drawback was the smoke alarm going off in the middle of the second night--it took some work to get it detached so we could get back to sleep. All in all, a great stay!
@WilliamB637 · Camped on May 28, 2021 at Campsite #1
Great base for hiking and exploring nearby sites such as the Amerind Museum and Kartchner Caverns. Shaw House is spacious and comfortable.
@MorganL733 · Camped on Apr 17, 2021 at Campsite #1
Lovely, rambling, stone cabin in a quiet location. Saw lots of deer in the pasture, birds in the trees.
@PamelaH702 · Camped on Mar 5, 2021 at Campsite #1
We had a wonderful time hiking and saw lots of deer! The area is beautiful and there is the Cochise Stronghold Camp Ground nearby with hiking trails. We hiked the Cochise Trail to the pass! As far as the house, it needed cleaning when we got there! We spent an hour with Clorox, dusting and glass cleaner and cleaned the floors, kitchen and bathroom! The wood burning stove in the living room was not in working order! We would have used it if it had been! We recommend bringing your own cleaning materials and cleaning rags! Also brought our own camp box with frying pans that were in good shape! Bring candles in case of electricity outage! We brought our own broom and dustpan! Would love to see the Forest Service give this place some love! It needs towel racks, painting and texture in many places! Sad that it is not being taken care off! The reason for the 4 stars is the area is amazing!
@KristineK300 · Camped on Nov 14, 2020 at Campsite #1
Cochise Stronghold is beautiful with great hiking. The Shaw house was warmer than camping but needs repairs.
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