Cornville
A short drive from Sedona, this rural community is one to watch, especially if you love wine. Cornville has three reputable wineries—Javelina Leap Vineyard & Winery, Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery, and Page Springs Cellars—all three of which offer tastings. Page Springs Cellars also has a good bistro onsite and outdoor seating, perfect for sipping a glass and listening to the creek gurgle past. For a more casual bite to eat, head to 50s-themed G’s Burgers.
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Tubac
This artsy community off I-10 south of Tucson features galleries and specialty shops, like the Tumacookery with its gourmet food items. You could spend a day browsing both but make a point to visit the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, the site of the first European settlement in Arizona. In addition to exhibits on the early settlement and fort, the park presents living history demonstrations October through March. Plan to make it a weekend by booking a room at one of the local bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels, or the Tubac Golf Resort. Its golf course was featured in the 1996 Kevin Costner movie, "Tin Cup."