Jerome Arizona sits on the side of Cleopatra Hill located in the Mingus Mountains just 40 minutes to the west of Sedona. It is a historic town of 400 residents that has gone through many phases over the decades.
At one point in the 1800's, this mile high mining town was the third largest in the Arizona Territory. It was known far and wide for it's wild & rowdy saloons and debachery! What a colorful history it has. Mae West was known to spend much of her time down the hill from Jerome in Cottonwood bar hopping with cowboys, ranchers, and miners. We all know what a colorful character she was!
Old Town Cottonwood is taking a page from Jerome's book and transforming the historic district into eclectic and charming shops, winery tasting rooms and a variety of restaurants that will delight all palettes with unique flavors and cuisine. One of my favorites is Nic's Italian Bistro right on Main Street.
The unique feature of Jerome is the way these 1800 and turn of the century dwellings and businesses dot the hilly landscape. Many sit on stilts and are built on land that drops off dramatically from street level. Other dwellings require you to climb lots of stairs to get to the main level. Just about every house or business has a view that most of us would die for. 
All in all, this makes for a great time visiting these unique shops and restuarants. One of my favorite restuarants to visit in Jerome is the Assylum in the Grand Hotel. Jerome is reknowed for being a ghost town and
relishes the Halloween season. The Grand Hotel and Assylum really spruces things up for Halloween.
Contact the Jerome Chamber of Commerce at 928-634-2900 for more information about the all the events and tours Jerome has to offer! If you have any questions about Jerome or any other area in the Verde Valley, don't hesitate to call me at (928) 274-7355. I will be happy to answer any of your questions. Please visit my website at SellSedona.com. Learn all about me at SheriSperry.com.
Above image is what is left of the jail. Sedona is in the background. Below is the view looking toward Sedona
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