Desert Lighthouse, Cave Creek

This enchanting four-acre private retreat, located 45 minutes north of Phoenix, is a cut above the average bed and breakfast. Suites are decorated with a combination of old west, new west and southwest. The warm and inviting atmosphere created by innkeepers Jan and Al, and simple touches like individual thermostats and silky robes, make this a perfect place for a relaxing and romantic adventure. For a family gathering, try the bunkhouses, which can house four people. The Inn is just a stone's throw away from Cave Creek's historic center. A minimum stay of two days on Friday and Saturday nights and a 10-day cancellation notice is required.