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Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen

American Fork apartment with kitchen

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A two-story house with a front garage, a well-maintained lawn, and a brick facade.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar stool.
A garden with a white bench, a metal gate, and a white fence.
A residential driveway leading to a garage with a white garage door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4654 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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American Fork, UT
  • Place, The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Timpanogos Cave National Monument
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cinemark American Fork
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

American Fork

In American Fork .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater with a stay here. The Grid and Cinemark American Fork are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Harrington Center for the Arts - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • The Grid - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Timpanogos Cave National Monument - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Cinemark American Fork - 12 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • American Fork Station - 9 min drive
  • Provo, UT (PVU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen

Behind a private gate, hidden among mature shrubs and climbing roses, a quiet courtyard feels more like a secret garden than a vacation rental. Mornings begin on a private patio. Evenings end beneath the shade after weddings, family visits, canyon adventures, or BYU and UVU celebrations. This private 1-bedroom apartment offers a full kitchen, electric fireplace, soaking tub, and the comfort of home, minutes from American Fork Canyon, Silicon Slopes, shopping, dining, and FrontRunner.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Basement Unit | Private Patio | Smart TV | 1 Mi to Mount Timpanogos LDS Temple

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress

APARTMENT LIVING: 2 loveseats, dining table, outdoor sitting area, books
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, 2-person breakfast bar, dishware & flatware, spices, toaster, cooking basics
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning, linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, iron/board, trash bags, paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required, 2 exterior security camera (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 1 dog), homeowner on-site (upstairs unit)
PARKING: Driveway (side of the house, 2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ARTISTIC WONDERS: Mountain America Museum of Ancient Life at Thanksgiving Point (9 miles), Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point (9 miles), Natural History Museum of Utah (38 miles)
TEE TIME: Thanksgiving Point Golf Club (9 miles), Links at Sleepy Ridge (11 miles), TalonsCove Golf Club (14 miles)
NATURE'S PLAYGROUND: Highland Glen Park (1 mile), Evermore Park (4 miles), Discovery Park (4 miles), Thanksgiving Point (9 miles), Liberty Park (33 miles)
AIRPORTS: Provo Airport (14 miles), Salt Lake City International Airport (38 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 pet max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property is in the lower level and requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in the upstairs unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This property sleeps 2 guests in 1 bed, with room for 4 total by using the queen air mattress
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Both cameras are located on the shed next to the apartment stairs. One camera faces the entry gate and 1 camera faces the parking area. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. Both cameras record video when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 654 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 1 pet is 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

498232

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen to the airport?

This apartment is 16.9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Provo, UT (PVU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen to the beach?

This apartment is 6.9 mi (12-min drive) from Vineyard Beach.

Does Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen to downtown American Fork?

This apartment is 2.4 mi away from American Fork.

Secret Garden Retreat | Private Patio | Kitchen Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was Very friendly and attentive. Would stay again. Great location and easy access to everything in town
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great , internet was a little spotty at times.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable apartment. We enjoyed the layout and appreciated all the extras provided by the hosts. Very attentive and thoroughly succeeded in providing a memorable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, cuz and comfortable. Hosts were very friendly and making sure all was good.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stayed. The welcoming home made cookies were a hit with my husband. We’ll stay there again when we come back to visit our son.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved my stay in this nice basement apartment. It was quiet, conveniently located, and offered all of the comforts of home. The hosts contacted me after arrival to ensure all my needs were met. They even asked if I needed to do laundry. Could not be happier. and plan to stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Nice Retreat

This was a perfect place for us to stay while we were visiting family and friends. The bed was comfortable. The apartment was roomy, and the kitchen had lots of cooking equipment. And, of course, the cookies were greatly appreciated!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Exceeded expectations in every way
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and Conveniently Located

I was working in American Fork for a week and prefer to use apartment rentals rather than hotels. This apartment was perfect. It's in a great location off a main road, quiet and well-decorated, and the hosts are wonderful. They communicated helpful information during my stay. Good off-street parking. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Highly recommend, but not for mobility challenges.

Spotless, cozy, roomy, and amazing bed. Close to restaurants. Nice Host. This may be challenging for individuals with knee/hip/back issues. The shower is a very high tub combination, and the entry has about 10+ steps. It's pet friendly, having a very small patch of fenced grass area. However I still had to take my dog on a leash due to the short fence height and wide space between fence panels. Any small dog would get through and any medium dog could possibly jump over or stand up to possibly have contact with the owners dog. This issue per my dog's temperament, and the very difficult stairs will prevent me from re-renting. But minus that, I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
There were a LOT of spiders. I went as far as to buy my own can of Raid. Left the Raid behind and I hope they use it for the next person. It's a nice place, but the toilet smells terrible and when putting dishes in the dishwasher, the smell was really bad. Had to load the dishwasher because it's part of the rules from their rule book. Need to bleach the toilet and dishwasher before having someone there would help. Also, I understand it's a basement and basements have spiders, but that wad quite a lot, and the webs show the place wasn't carefully cleaned before renting it. I do need to speak to the communication. The communication was absolutely outstanding and provided great instructions on how to get in, and plenty of reminders that the date was approaching. I never met them, but they seem great.hope this info helps.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024