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This was a quick weekend getaway. What a cute place! A friend of ours was holding a pop-up event, so the place was sold out. There is a bar and restaurant on the property. Food and drinks were tasty. We stayed in the 1959 Boles Aero. It has a small shower and a updated air conditioning unit which kept the trailer very cool. The bed was comfortable as well. It's located close to town. We will be back!
This is a cool little place for some nostalgia and fun. Pick your camper and step back in time. Stay for a day stay for a week, enjoy Bisby and the surrounding area. Always knowing you're coming back to your super cool retro camper. We loved it.
We rented the Tiki Bus last weekend for two nights thinking it would be like a motorhome inside. Wrong. This 1947 bus didn't have any kind of a table inside, and the floor space is a very narrow sunken area making it impossible for two people to pass by without one person stepping up on the side raised area. The toilet is located in the small rear area of the bus where a huge windscoop for the rear engine was located so you have to bend down to squeeze by to get in. Cleaning was ok but not spotless, and the windows were so dirty it blocked the light coming in. Maintenance is their weak suit- the overhead ceiling material is coming loose and starting to fall down and one chair on the outside deck can't be used because the leg is breaking loose. On the other hand the community showers were very clean and had been well maintained.
I have a thing for vintage trailers. This is probably due to the fact that as a small child, my parents owned a couple really cool trailers and we camped a lot so they are near and dear to my heart. My birthday was coming up pre COVID19 stay at home order. My hubby and I were planning a fun trip to Arizona and he had planned to surprise me with a stay here. This was our last night of our trip but we had such a great time. We arrived in the late afternoon and met up with Justin the owner. He is such a nice young man and his little park is so damn cute. I felt like I had stepped back in time. This park is filled with all kinds of vintage trailers from the 1950's, a 1947 Chris Craft yacht and a 1947 Tiki Bus. Each trailer is decorated differently and comes with unique touches. There are also all kinds of vintage cars that Justin owns dotting the park. We had reserved the 1955 Airstream. I have wanted to buy an Airstream for a long time and this gave us an opportunity to test one out. In our trailer we had a vintage record player with old western albums. The sound was pretty awful but we still played an album or two. We had two beds that were small but cozy. I loved the cute lil kitchen with the throwback refrigerator. We did not have a shower but that was alright as the property offers showers at the main building. At the time we were staying there Justin was getting ready to open an onsite diner called Dots. I wish it would have been open as it would have been perfect to dine there and continue our vintage stay back in time. We were cozy at night with wool blankets. It became quite chilly that night and it began to rain hard which turned into snow in the morning. The rain provided a soothing sound to sleep to so we were happy campers. If you crave some place different to stay in your travels, this is the place to reserve. Just outside of one of Arizona's coolest towns Bisbee!
What a fun little place. We stayed here one night last week in an airstream. We were pleasantly surprised when we pulled in - the common areas (gazebo, etc) were nicely done and tidy. Our airstream was a smaller model, so had a kitchen & bathroom sink with running water and a toilet, but no shower. There was a nice collection of "kitsch" sprinkled around our trailer interior. The beds were a bit short for me (I am 6' 4"), but comfy and warm at night. We went to Safeway to pick up snacks and adult beverages and sat outside our trailer in the nice patio furniture and relaxed. We would have liked to have breakfast a Dot's the next morning, but they didn't open until 9:00 and we wanted to get on the road so we went to the nearby Bisbee Breakfast club and had a great meal. We will be back. Part of the fun is scoping out the other units, and the nest time we want to stay in the yacht!
Wanted to like this place; it had been referred by someone who stayed here years ago. She raved about Dot's, etc. Made my reservations. Got there half an hour before check-in time. No one in the office. Okay, went away until an hour after posted check-in hour but there was no one there then either. Hung around for an hour, finally saw Danisha(?) who works there. She couldn't check me in because the owner had taken all the keys away. Eventually she discovered that the trailer (Alma, '50) was unlocked so I could unpack but I couldn't lock it back up. Went away for a while again, came back. No manager, no check in, but Danisha (?) gave me her master key for the unit so I could lock it. The trailer was dusty, and there was no possible way to read in the bedroom. The nightside lamp was a miniscule thing with a faux stained-glass shade. Reading before bed is my only vice. So I went to a local thrift store and bought a lamp so I could read. The table the lamp sits on was broken, one of the legs was jutting off into space. When I went to hang a shirt up in the closet I found someone else's old tee-shirt lying at the bottom. The bed wasn't quite as good as one I slept on once in a $10 room in Tiajuana. The stove didn't work; there was no gas or propane running to it. Since it was a day later and there had still not been an acutal check-in because there had not been an actual person to check me in I had to call the *emergency* number to try to get the stove on. My call went unanswered and my message was not returned. Of course, it turned out that Dot's was not open during the week, so half the reason for my booking got subtracted from the getgo. It would have been nice if the fancy blurb featuring Dot's in the seductive booking info had mentioned that. When I left I couldn't check out because, guess what, Justin wasn't there then either. On the positive side, Danisha (sp?) was very nice, tried her best to help me out and the money that place is making finances a lot of great old cars ranging from beautiful drivers to rusted out junkers - all of them are cool. That's why this review is a **, not a zero *.
The Shady Dell has the most unique accommodations from the Chris Craft yacht to vintage Air Streams and a Tiki themed Bus. There is an outdoor lounge area with bands playing at night and Dots Diner to feed you hunger. Josh, the Chef, puts out the crispiest tofu bowl along with sandwiches and breakfast. Jennifer makes a proper cocktail and knows all the local spots to visit so check in with her to learn where to go. I highly recommend The Shady Dell to travelers that love a unique experience with a great team to take care of your needs.
I'll keep this as short as possible. The Shady Dell advertises that this is an adults only getaway. Yet when we arrived, there were many young children running around, screaming and going in and out of trailers. They were not eating at the restaurant but invited by the owners themselves. Come to find out that kids are allowed at the restaurant or whenever the owner's feel like disrupting the comfort of their guests. We saw other reviews on Facebook about people having an issue with their false advertising and one of the owners (Claire) double downed on everything and was completely unapologetic. It's false advertising plain and simple. Don't advertise that you're an adults only destination and yet flagrantly disregard your own rules. A shame too because I've been coming to the Shady Dell for over ten years but according to the owner, people like us are no longer welcome. So if you're into false advertising then this is the place for you. If you are expecting a nice, quiet, adults only getaway, you will not get that here. I'm also not a monster for wanting and expecting an adults only environment, especially when it is ADVERTISED AS SUCH. And I'm not even getting into the other parts of the trip that were awful. Like how nobody ever answers the phone at the front desk or the servers at Dot's diner being rude. This place has really gone downhill and I will never stay here again.
THIS IS A CAUTION TO ANYONE WANTING TO RENT LODGING AT THE SHADY DELL TRAILER PARK. SOME OF THE TRAILERS ARE UNSAFE AND THE MANAGER/OWNER JUSTIN DOES NOT RESPOND TO SERIOUS COMPLAINTS. Eight of us were staying in four trailers, ready for a fun weekend. We arrived Fri. April 28, 2023 about 2:30 for check-in, the manager Justin was not on the property, the office was locked up. The housekeeper made a few calls, she gave us keys to our trailers, said Justin was out of town for the weekend. The only other employee on site was a man named Juan who said he was getting ready to leave and would be back in the morning but only for his free breakfast and then he was off for the weekend. Other than Dot's and the Airstream bar in the evenings, there were no other employees on the premises after 3pm, My roommate and I were in the Aero Boles trailer, we had a decent dinner that night from Dot's and listened to the live music. On Saturday night April 29, 2023, about 10p.m., after coming back from dinner in town, I was getting ready for bed and went into the lighted bathroom and tripped stepping up about 6" onto a platform for the toilet and tub. There were no cautionary signs. A strip of fluorescent tape on the step up that I might've noticed to proceed carefully. I had used that bathroom several times that day, the bathroom light was on, I was sober and yet I tripped and fell rib-side down on the tub rib. A trip back to Phoenix and into the ER and a CT scan showed 4 fractured ribs (#s 7, 8, 9, 10). The pain was extreme and two days later I was back in the ER for shortness of breath and was admitted to the hospital where I spent 3 days. Several days after that (10 days after the all) the pain had subsided and I felt well enough to make my own bowl of cereal, A few hours later I was in extreme pain, another trip to the ER, new CT scan showed 2 of the fractured ribs were displaced. I was hospitalized for another 3 days for pain management. Now, almost 3 weeks after the original accident, I'm slowly mending but the doctors say I must still lie low. I've been living in my recliner because lying flat is uncomfortable and I have to stay on my back. The doctors said I should be able to get around better a month after the accident. I would like some reimbursement for my medical bills and prescription expenses but am unable to get in touch with Justin. I tried calling him twice, left messages but he never responded. The email on the Shady Dell Bisbee website is no longer in service. I feel there should have been some cautionary signs posted and certainly some fluorescent tape or warning signs on steps. At the very least, Justin the manager or owner should show some courtesy business management sense to return my calls.
The trying and effort is what makes it an amazing place to see. We finally made it to The Shady Dell yesterday. The retro 50's trailer park is a place I had hoped to go to for years. It sounded so legit that I had to see for myself. As we walked into the quaint place immediately I could feel the charm surroundings. A few kids were playing and some people were sitting in front of their home, drinking a beer. We found out place and the gal who was taking care of things gave us the rundown of our home. She showed us how things worked, the kitchen items, and of course the Wi-Fi. The interior was well maintained, with wood paneling throughout. The many wall scones provided plenty of lighting, and almost all worked. We made a couple martinis and relaxed, putting a record on as well. It was a grand time, and we really didn't even want to bother with going into town. It was too nice to just relax and appreciate the effort that was put into the place.
If you're expecting a "hotel" experience this is not the place for you. The trailers are adorable, very vintage but uncomfortable! There is NO one on site to assist. Our trailer didn't have any blankets or hand-towels. There is an information booklet in the trailer that states "We do not make up trailers daily. If you are staying a few days, clean linens and coffee are available from the office staff"; that would be fine if there was office staff available. it is basically one step up from camping...
The property was charming, friendly and pretty easy to find. Checking in & out was simple. We stayed in the Tiki bus & it was decorated it such a fun and nostalgic way. It says it sleeps 3 but maybe 1 adult & 2 kids or 2 smaller people. We did ok with 2 adults & 1 kiddo. Dot's dinner was a nice on site resturant. The menu was set for the weekend we went. Tacos of 4 different kinds & they even had a vegetarian option for my daughter. I would have loved a hamburger but the food was good non the less. The bar was in a cool airstream and the bartender knew how to make a good drink! The property was great with all kinds of retro signs & old cars & trucks, even a fun old popcorn cart from a carnival or circus. A recommend if staying in the area for a night or two.
4 months ago
2 months ago
1 year ago
This was a quick weekend getaway. What a cute place! A friend of ours was holding a pop-up event, so the place was sold out. There is a bar and restaurant on the property. Food and drinks were tasty. We stayed in the 1959 Boles Aero. It has a small shower and a updated air conditioning unit which kept the trailer very cool. The bed was comfortable as well. It's located close to town. We will be back! read more
2 years ago
This is a cool little place for some nostalgia and fun. Pick your camper and step back in time. Stay for a day stay for a week, enjoy Bisby and the surrounding area. Always knowing you're coming back to your super cool retro camper. We loved it. read more
1 year ago
We rented the Tiki Bus last weekend for two nights thinking it would be like a motorhome inside. Wrong. This 1947 bus didn't have any kind of a table inside, and the floor space is a very narrow sunken area making it impossible for two people to pass by without one person stepping up on the side raised area. The toilet is located in the small rear area of the bus where a huge windscoop for the rear engine was located so you have to bend down to squeeze by to get in. Cleaning was ok but not spotless, and the windows were so dirty it blocked the light coming in. Maintenance is their weak suit- the overhead ceiling material is coming loose and starting to fall down and one chair on the outside deck can't be used because the leg is breaking loose. On the other hand the community showers were very clean and had been well maintained. read more
I have a thing for vintage trailers. This is probably due to the fact that as a small child, my parents owned a couple really cool trailers and we camped a lot so they are near and dear to my heart. My birthday was coming up pre COVID19 stay at home order. My hubby and I were planning a fun trip to Arizona and he had planned to surprise me with a stay here. This was our last night of our trip but we had such a great time. We arrived in the late afternoon and met up with Justin the owner. He is such a nice young man and his little park is so damn cute. I felt like I had stepped back in time. This park is filled with all kinds of vintage trailers from the 1950's, a 1947 Chris Craft yacht and a 1947 Tiki Bus. Each trailer is decorated differently and comes with unique touches. There are also all kinds of vintage cars that Justin owns dotting the park. We had reserved the 1955 Airstream. I have wanted to buy an Airstream for a long time and this gave us an opportunity to test one out. In our trailer we had a vintage record player with old western albums. The sound was pretty awful but we still played an album or two. We had two beds that were small but cozy. I loved the cute lil kitchen with the throwback refrigerator. We did not have a shower but that was alright as the property offers showers at the main building. At the time we were staying there Justin was getting ready to open an onsite diner called Dots. I wish it would have been open as it would have been perfect to dine there and continue our vintage stay back in time. We were cozy at night with wool blankets. It became quite chilly that night and it began to rain hard which turned into snow in the morning. The rain provided a soothing sound to sleep to so we were happy campers. If you crave some place different to stay in your travels, this is the place to reserve. Just outside of one of Arizona's coolest towns Bisbee! read more
What a fun little place. We stayed here one night last week in an airstream. We were pleasantly surprised when we pulled in - the common areas (gazebo, etc) were nicely done and tidy. Our airstream was a smaller model, so had a kitchen & bathroom sink with running water and a toilet, but no shower. There was a nice collection of "kitsch" sprinkled around our trailer interior. The beds were a bit short for me (I am 6' 4"), but comfy and warm at night. We went to Safeway to pick up snacks and adult beverages and sat outside our trailer in the nice patio furniture and relaxed. We would have liked to have breakfast a Dot's the next morning, but they didn't open until 9:00 and we wanted to get on the road so we went to the nearby Bisbee Breakfast club and had a great meal. We will be back. Part of the fun is scoping out the other units, and the nest time we want to stay in the yacht! read more
5 years ago
Wanted to like this place; it had been referred by someone who stayed here years ago. She raved about Dot's, etc. Made my reservations. Got there half an hour before check-in time. No one in the office. Okay, went away until an hour after posted check-in hour but there was no one there then either. Hung around for an hour, finally saw Danisha(?) who works there. She couldn't check me in because the owner had taken all the keys away. Eventually she discovered that the trailer (Alma, '50) was unlocked so I could unpack but I couldn't lock it back up. Went away for a while again, came back. No manager, no check in, but Danisha (?) gave me her master key for the unit so I could lock it. The trailer was dusty, and there was no possible way to read in the bedroom. The nightside lamp was a miniscule thing with a faux stained-glass shade. Reading before bed is my only vice. So I went to a local thrift store and bought a lamp so I could read. The table the lamp sits on was broken, one of the legs was jutting off into space. When I went to hang a shirt up in the closet I found someone else's old tee-shirt lying at the bottom. The bed wasn't quite as good as one I slept on once in a $10 room in Tiajuana. The stove didn't work; there was no gas or propane running to it. Since it was a day later and there had still not been an acutal check-in because there had not been an actual person to check me in I had to call the *emergency* number to try to get the stove on. My call went unanswered and my message was not returned. Of course, it turned out that Dot's was not open during the week, so half the reason for my booking got subtracted from the getgo. It would have been nice if the fancy blurb featuring Dot's in the seductive booking info had mentioned that. When I left I couldn't check out because, guess what, Justin wasn't there then either. On the positive side, Danisha (sp?) was very nice, tried her best to help me out and the money that place is making finances a lot of great old cars ranging from beautiful drivers to rusted out junkers - all of them are cool. That's why this review is a **, not a zero *. read more
3 years ago
The Shady Dell has the most unique accommodations from the Chris Craft yacht to vintage Air Streams and a Tiki themed Bus. There is an outdoor lounge area with bands playing at night and Dots Diner to feed you hunger. Josh, the Chef, puts out the crispiest tofu bowl along with sandwiches and breakfast. Jennifer makes a proper cocktail and knows all the local spots to visit so check in with her to learn where to go. I highly recommend The Shady Dell to travelers that love a unique experience with a great team to take care of your needs. read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
I'll keep this as short as possible. The Shady Dell advertises that this is an adults only getaway. Yet when we arrived, there were many young children running around, screaming and going in and out of trailers. They were not eating at the restaurant but invited by the owners themselves. Come to find out that kids are allowed at the restaurant or whenever the owner's feel like disrupting the comfort of their guests. We saw other reviews on Facebook about people having an issue with their false advertising and one of the owners (Claire) double downed on everything and was completely unapologetic. It's false advertising plain and simple. Don't advertise that you're an adults only destination and yet flagrantly disregard your own rules. A shame too because I've been coming to the Shady Dell for over ten years but according to the owner, people like us are no longer welcome. So if you're into false advertising then this is the place for you. If you are expecting a nice, quiet, adults only getaway, you will not get that here. I'm also not a monster for wanting and expecting an adults only environment, especially when it is ADVERTISED AS SUCH. And I'm not even getting into the other parts of the trip that were awful. Like how nobody ever answers the phone at the front desk or the servers at Dot's diner being rude. This place has really gone downhill and I will never stay here again. read more
3 years ago
THIS IS A CAUTION TO ANYONE WANTING TO RENT LODGING AT THE SHADY DELL TRAILER PARK. SOME OF THE TRAILERS ARE UNSAFE AND THE MANAGER/OWNER JUSTIN DOES NOT RESPOND TO SERIOUS COMPLAINTS. Eight of us were staying in four trailers, ready for a fun weekend. We arrived Fri. April 28, 2023 about 2:30 for check-in, the manager Justin was not on the property, the office was locked up. The housekeeper made a few calls, she gave us keys to our trailers, said Justin was out of town for the weekend. The only other employee on site was a man named Juan who said he was getting ready to leave and would be back in the morning but only for his free breakfast and then he was off for the weekend. Other than Dot's and the Airstream bar in the evenings, there were no other employees on the premises after 3pm, My roommate and I were in the Aero Boles trailer, we had a decent dinner that night from Dot's and listened to the live music. On Saturday night April 29, 2023, about 10p.m., after coming back from dinner in town, I was getting ready for bed and went into the lighted bathroom and tripped stepping up about 6" onto a platform for the toilet and tub. There were no cautionary signs. A strip of fluorescent tape on the step up that I might've noticed to proceed carefully. I had used that bathroom several times that day, the bathroom light was on, I was sober and yet I tripped and fell rib-side down on the tub rib. A trip back to Phoenix and into the ER and a CT scan showed 4 fractured ribs (#s 7, 8, 9, 10). The pain was extreme and two days later I was back in the ER for shortness of breath and was admitted to the hospital where I spent 3 days. Several days after that (10 days after the all) the pain had subsided and I felt well enough to make my own bowl of cereal, A few hours later I was in extreme pain, another trip to the ER, new CT scan showed 2 of the fractured ribs were displaced. I was hospitalized for another 3 days for pain management. Now, almost 3 weeks after the original accident, I'm slowly mending but the doctors say I must still lie low. I've been living in my recliner because lying flat is uncomfortable and I have to stay on my back. The doctors said I should be able to get around better a month after the accident. I would like some reimbursement for my medical bills and prescription expenses but am unable to get in touch with Justin. I tried calling him twice, left messages but he never responded. The email on the Shady Dell Bisbee website is no longer in service. I feel there should have been some cautionary signs posted and certainly some fluorescent tape or warning signs on steps. At the very least, Justin the manager or owner should show some courtesy business management sense to return my calls. read more
The trying and effort is what makes it an amazing place to see. We finally made it to The Shady Dell yesterday. The retro 50's trailer park is a place I had hoped to go to for years. It sounded so legit that I had to see for myself. As we walked into the quaint place immediately I could feel the charm surroundings. A few kids were playing and some people were sitting in front of their home, drinking a beer. We found out place and the gal who was taking care of things gave us the rundown of our home. She showed us how things worked, the kitchen items, and of course the Wi-Fi. The interior was well maintained, with wood paneling throughout. The many wall scones provided plenty of lighting, and almost all worked. We made a couple martinis and relaxed, putting a record on as well. It was a grand time, and we really didn't even want to bother with going into town. It was too nice to just relax and appreciate the effort that was put into the place. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
If you're expecting a "hotel" experience this is not the place for you. The trailers are adorable, very vintage but uncomfortable! There is NO one on site to assist. Our trailer didn't have any blankets or hand-towels. There is an information booklet in the trailer that states "We do not make up trailers daily. If you are staying a few days, clean linens and coffee are available from the office staff"; that would be fine if there was office staff available. it is basically one step up from camping... read more
4 years ago
The property was charming, friendly and pretty easy to find. Checking in & out was simple. We stayed in the Tiki bus & it was decorated it such a fun and nostalgic way. It says it sleeps 3 but maybe 1 adult & 2 kids or 2 smaller people. We did ok with 2 adults & 1 kiddo. Dot's dinner was a nice on site resturant. The menu was set for the weekend we went. Tacos of 4 different kinds & they even had a vegetarian option for my daughter. I would have loved a hamburger but the food was good non the less. The bar was in a cool airstream and the bartender knew how to make a good drink! The property was great with all kinds of retro signs & old cars & trucks, even a fun old popcorn cart from a carnival or circus. A recommend if staying in the area for a night or two. read more
2 years ago
I had read about Shady Dell several years ago, and put it on the list of places to visit. We recently had the opportunity to stay and am so glad we did. What a treasure. From the moment we checked in we felt like we had stepped back into the 50's, a simpler time. Our trailer was the Airfloat and I felt like we were staying in Lucy and Ricky's trailer from the Long, Long trailer movie. It was lovingly restored and looked as it did back in the 50's. The old TV and record player complete with a few DVD's and records to the chenille bedspreads and percolator coffee pot, we were living back in time. Out front, there are two 50's style metal chairs and a small table to sit and enjoy your coffee in the morning. The trailer park has different trailers to accommodate your needs, the office looks like an old motel lobby from the days of Route 66, Brad the owner looks the part. Off to the side is an area with an old 50's style diner building with an outdoor screen and metal chairs to sit outside in the evening and watch a movie, which we did and had a ball. We loved every minute at Shady Dell and would go back in a minute to stay in another trailer. Such a fun experience. A few of the trailers have showers, all have toliets and sinks. There is a separate building that houses community showers which are very convenient. read more
4 years ago
2 years ago
5 years ago
Thank you Shady Dell for an awesome experience for my 40th birthday! Accommodations and the perfect vintage setting made the day and night amazing! read more
4 years ago
Cute place to stay. Very quiet. Wish I would have seen that it was a twin bed beforehand so both of us could have fit. Will stay again!! read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
4 years ago
Omg....just...omg. Seriously people....go stay here. It is SO MUCH FUN!!! What a step-back in time!! Is it an odd little place, yes but thats the fun. Seriously, Engelbert Humperdink records in the camper!? The attention to detail is spot on. It was really fun actually listening to those records and having a martini courtesy of the shaker and glasses in the camper. The place is super quiet, super unique and all-around fun. It backs up to a cemetery which adds a little bit of a spook factor but hey, that's Bisbee!!!! Lowell is right down the street and has a fantastic breakfast and dont forget to say hi to the mayors there We enjoyed our trip so much, we are thinking about buying a getaway home there. Really fantastic!!!!!! read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
We saw this place years ago and never had a chance to stay but we finally made time this past week. My daughter booked a Thurs to Friday. We stayed in the 1957 Traveleze. A cute little pink and white one. Small but it was just the two of us so ok. No check in, the key was left in the door and when we checked out we left the key in the door as well. I was hesitant but it was very clean in side and the mattresses on the twin beds were doable. We did not cook so I don't even know if the stove worked. The only thing negative was the bathroom light did not work. I took a small lantern so we kept that on low in there during the night. The AC worked great. The only other thing kind of unnerving was that we were the only ones there. It was quiet but did not really like the fact not a lot of people there. There was a car parked behind us at a trailer and heard people but not sure if they worked there or not. For the most part it was nice. It was a nice evening out and we sat outside in the lounge chairs talking. Nice to get away from the hustle and bustle. Would I go back, probably not but it was an experience I will never forget especially since it was time spent with my daughter. read more
My mom was born in 1951. I never really thought about it. I mean - she is my mom, she is older, she was born in a time I don't know much about and it's just fine like that. Besides - I love my modern comfort too much, and coming back to a time without the internet, good A/C and frozen entrees would be too much for me. That was until I got to stay in the Mansion. A 33 feet long Spartan Classic RV originally from - you guessed it - '51. You step in and you are in another world. Every single detail is taken care of - from the 45 disks to the hairnets in the bathroom. Even the radio plays oldies music AND commercials, and the black and white TV looks so alien that it was hard for me to believe that I used to have something quite similar at home in my tender age.... Red kitchen. Kitschy decor with lots of items to marvel upon (my favorite being the cat lamp which glows a green light...see the pic for yourself) August 1951 issue of the National Geographic. How neat is that?!?!? And classic movies.....we watched "Plan 9 From Outter Space" (extraterrestrial beings raise the dead to overcome humans - doesn't it sound just fascinating?) and couldn't stop laughing. Even though we were facing a graveyard. But I was not worried about zombies. I just stared at the million of stars above my head, savoring a glass of wine and listening to Frank Sinatra. Precious moments. And precious people. Jennifer who welcomed us on our arrival, and Ken who showed us around the next day were just as nice and friendly as their campground in this lovely little town. Tip: It's a little tricky to find. If you are on the 80 coming from Old Bisbee, take a left just before the roundabout and the gas station. You totally miss the sign! read more
8 years ago
Amazing! Absolutely fell in love with this place! My husband and I spent our 5 yr Anniversary here. Traditional anniversary gift is wood and we said "no gifts". Low and behold we have liked it off! 5 yr in a wooden Chris Craft Boat from 1947! Could not have been more perfect! There are vintage trailers and a tiki bus also! Cannot wait until our next time here!! read more
17 years ago
The Shady Dell was one of the main reasons my boyfriend and I wanted to do a southwest road trip from Los Angeles, CA. We decided to go all out and stay at the Chris Craft/Rita D yacht! I added some photos, but didn't upload them all to keep you curious and visit the Shady Dell some time soon! Our expectations were high and the Shady Dell definitely exceeded them! The decor in the yacht matched the theme and of the era. The staff (we met Jennifer) was friendly and made the process of checking in and out very easy. We weren't familiar with the area of Old Bisbee, but were surprised there was a lot of character to it. We had an amazing time wandering, taking photos, admiring art, and wishing to never leave! We will definitely be back to stay at the other trailers! read more
Stayed hear for a girls mini trip getaway and it was such a fun, memorable and unique experience. Everything is themed down to the dishes ! I've never been so excited to stay in a trailer park. The Shady Dell is an experience you'll never forget. We can't wait to plan our next trip to Bisbee as we'll be booked at The Shady Dell. read more
I wanted to stay here so bad and I have to say that even after all the longing (for years) it exceeded my expectations. It's an incredible blast from the past. Part of the fun is exploring what's in the cupboards. Even the cups and glasses are vintage or keep in the vintage theme, old records, games and videos are included. I had fun simply reading the guest books. I am already planning to visit again. Bisbee is a fun little town. Cheers! www.theshadydell.com read more
8 years ago
6 years ago
We spent one night at the Shady Dell recently. There were four of us and we rented the Royal Mansion trailer and The Mansion trailer. Both offered a double bed, a bathroom, a sitting area, a refrigerator and a kitchen table. It was a fun and unique experience although for any extended stay in the area, I would recommend a conventional hotel room. The trailers were decorated with vintage furniture and appliances including a record player with old albums and 45's. The air conditioning worked great. The bathroom was a tight fit and there wasn't a shower in the trailer but a nice, clean communal bathroom with showers was conveniently located on the property. Beds are small and I could have used a bigger pillow. No cable to watch or internet but we had a fun evening eating snacks and playing board games in our trailer. Some of our neighbors sat outside drinking beer on the patio chairs located outside each trailer. The weather was perfect that October evening. They also have grills if you want to barbecue. The price was very reasonable at $85 per night. It's a short drive from the Shady Dell to the heart of Bisbee where you can find several nice restaurants, none of which are chain restaurants. The trailers were right next to a cemetery but none of us found that creepy. Bottom line: a fun, unique and memorable stay as long as you don't mind the lack of conventional amenities. read more
6 years ago
6 years ago
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