The Courthouse
The stately historic Piute County Courthouse, built in 1903 is listed on the national registry of historic
buildings and has been meticulously restored for your ultimate family reunion experience. Located in the
very heart of Utah on scenic US Highway 89 makes it easily accessible year-round. Literally surrounded by
Utah’s spectacular national parks, the courthouse is fast becoming a family favorite for those wishing to
share wonderful experiences under one very tall and magnificent roof.
The spacious courthouse boasts 8 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, a full-size kitchen and a large dining room as
well as the huge original court room equipped with a giant fireplace, air hockey, foosball, pocket billiards, TV,
movies, and the beautiful, handmade original judge’s bench. Couches, chairs and sleeping mats make this
room a big hit. One of the five large walk-in the vaults is actually a four bed bunk room kids always love.
Perhaps the mo t interesting room is the library with its loft and 20 foot tall ceilings loaded with books, puzzles
and a chess set, plus a beautiful view of Junction’s main street below. The library can also be used as
an additional bedroom with the folding mattresses provided.
The courthouse is surrounded by expansive lawns with huge trees perfect for outdoor activities and
offering plenty of room to park RVs or pitch tents. An outdoor fire pit with wood is provided along with
two barbecue grills, plenty of comfortable chairs and picnic benches. Our large toy shed will keep the kids
entertained with volleyball, horseshoes, badminton, croquet or riding bikes. A full-size playground awaits
just down the street at the town park.
Architect, Builder, or Engineer: R.C. Watkins and Young, Alan & Morrill
Area of Significance: Architecture
Period of Significance: 1900-1924
The Church
The old church in Joseph Utah, originally constructed in 1929, has also been meticulously restored for your family
vacation, reunion or group gathering. Centrally located in the heart of Utah, just 15 minutes South of Richfield and
at the base of Fish Lake national Forest, the old church is a popular site for all types of family recreation and fun.
The old church now has seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a large open kitchen and dining room.
The family/game room is very large and comfortable with many couches chairs and sleeping mats. Enjoy a giant 16 foot theater screen with surround sound for the ultimate home movie experience. Kids will love playing ping-pong, pool, foosball or air hockey. Perhaps someone in your group would like to play the old piano or sit and enjoy a good book or game of checkers. Outside, a large lawn and shade trees make for a great gathering spot. In the evening enjoy the fire pit and barbecue. Wood is provided. A full-size city park/playground is next door. The kids will love it.