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Experience the tranquility of Thompson Springs at this unique property, where freedom and solitude blend with adventure. Explore the ghost town's historic streets, ride an ATV through the quiet roads or bike down old hwy 6.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Gecko House

In the center of Thompson Springs ghost town! Quiet and peaceful. This is not for the person who loves rush hour in the big city! There is a Shell station in town and that's it! Bring groceries with you when you come. Moab and Arches National park is about a half hour drive to the south. This place is really all about freedom. If you decide to ride an ATV through Town, nobody bothers you. If you decide to ride your bicycle down old hwy 6 you might pass a car, but chances are you won't.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Smoking allowed outside only.
Pets must be in a kennel when left unattended. Outside they must be on leash and you must clean up after your pet.
Quiet time is 10 pm to 7 am.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Thompson Springs is home to Gecko House. Sego Canyon Petroglyphs and Double O Arch are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marching Men Trailhead and Tower Arch Trailhead. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Thompson Springs travel guide
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Thompson springs, UT

What's nearby

  • A side view of the green river entering the colorado are form the utah side.
    Green River State Park
    24 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Aerial view of canyon at the Island in the Sky Visitor Center with La Sal Mountains at the background in Canyonlands National Park, Moab, Utah, USA.
    Arches National Park Visitor Center
    31 min drive - 64.5 km
  • Arches National Park showing a gorge or canyon, desert views and tranquil scenes
    Arches National Park
    32 min drive - 66.3 km
  • Sego Canyon Petroglyphs
    16 min drive - 12.4 km
  • John Wesley Powell River History Museum
    22 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Moab, UT (CNY-Canyonlands Field)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • SILVER GRILL CAFÉ
    3 min walk
  • Papa Joes
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gecko House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gecko House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gecko House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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Gecko House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 208 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neisha M.

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

Great.

Have stayed here once before and would come back for a third time . Very clean and convenient to Moab.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

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

Nice cabin!

A very nice one-bedroom cabin. Had all the little amenities, very clean, great host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Great central location to stay

We had a great stay at Gecko House! So cute and the perfect size for me and my daughter for our first trip to Utah. Well supplied, laundry on site. Host VERY responsive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

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

The Towels!

It was perfect! Clean, easy to find! Fabulous Turkish bath towels were very soft and plush! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valarie C.

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

Perfect weekend stay

Was perfect for a weekend trip to arches and canyonlands. Clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lana T.

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

Moab offroad trip.

We originally reserved the Gecko house, but were upgraded to a 5th wheel. We had no problems with it at all, actually it was quite nice to be upgraded to two bathrooms! It was clean, no issue with water pressure, and the scenery was quite nice. I also enjoyed the peace and quiet. I’d definitely stay again! Only Quam was the distance to Moab, but I knew it was a ways, plus I don’t like crowds, so it really was perfect! The sights that we could go see right down the road was awesome too!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Perfect

We had a great time at the Gecko House. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. We loved to watch the sunset from the front porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Thompson Springs Paradise

This place was clean, amazingly peaceful, and so much healer than staying in Moab. The communication was great with the owner and check in was extremely simple. I highly recommend this gem in the middle of a peaceful high desert.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liv C.

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

Great place to stay

Was very clean and enjoyable stay. Easy to check in had everything we needed for the night. Easy check out process. Would happily stay again. The view was beautiful as well. We enjoyed sitting on the porch swing and just looking out into the desert and the night sky.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Quiet little spot

We stayed for a long weekend. The house was clean and was a perfect little quiet crash pad after hiking/exploring all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Buffie G.

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

Natural beauty

Visited to see all the natural beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Wonderful place!

Very comfortable! Bed was great. Had everything we needed and all of the office staff were amazing and super friendly. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

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

Gecko house

Loved this area! We loved the sunsets on the front porch swing! Property owner/manager was easy going and made it easy to come and go without any hassle at all! P
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny I.

Disliked: Location

Nice cabin

Is a peaceful place ! The cabin was good , clean enough supplies and very comfortable. The Town has no access to restaurants near by is good considering to bring your own food ! But is a good alternative to stay outside Moab
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Quick stop on our travels

My SIL and I just stayed overnight. Place was clean and bed comfortable for our needs (Did open up the hide-a-bed and I would suggest a new mattress. We decided we could share a bed for the night instead.)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

A home away from home

We can here specially to wander around the Sego Canyon Petroglyphs area, which we did. But we were charmed by the Gecko Cabin, which fit our needs perfectly. We cooked supper and breakfast both, spread out and took several walks. The check-in process went smoothly, as well as check-out. I would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

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

Quiet and Comfortable

Quiet campground area even though it was full, did hear the train whistle nearby in the night but didn't bother us and was disclosed by owner. Cabin was clean and comfortable for 4 adults, had all the needed dishes, towels, sheets, pillows and blankets. Staff was friendly. Will recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack W.

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

Clean and cozy

We got in late and only stayed the one night but everything was as advertised and very clean. We slept well and went on our way the next morning. The location was very easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amy P.

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

Arches trip

The property was great overall, clean and stocked with everything we needed. The water pressure in the shower was very low.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

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

Wanderer heading west.

I needed a place to stop along the way heading from Nebraska to the Pacific Coast. The Gecko House was a great place to stop along the way. I was able to totally relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of the area and see the stars at night. The house was lovely, and very clean. Communication was great with the owners. Everything was just right. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Thompson Springs, UT

Three of us stayed at Ballard RV property. It is a fantastic location. It’s close enough to civilization if you need it, but far enough away to enjoy quiet and privacy. 30 minutes from the Moab airport. The canyons in Thompson Springs are amazing - hiking or riding, day or night (the star gazing is phenomenal out here). The staff at the park are friendly and accommodating. The park itself is very clean and appealing. Showers and laundry machines are available for guests and travelers. If you’re a dog owner, they even take your furry family and have a spot for you to walk them. 10/10. Looking forward to coming back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

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

Great stay

We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

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

Vacation with friends

Great place easy in and out close to moab
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

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

Utah Travel

Place was just as described , easy to find of the interstate
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

wendy s.

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

Arches visit

Worked well for a quick visit to Arches National Park and was reasonablly priced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024