I think the Diamond Resort at Bell Rock fits what you say you aspire. Located in Village of Oak Creek (VOC) 6 miles south of downtown Sedona tourist area on hwy 179 which connects Sedona to I-17.You'll have some red rock views from the units. I can't attest exact views as we've never stayed at DRI- Bell Rock but we now live here in VOC & walk past the DRI resort all the time. Above all things, VOC itself has views all over the place & is very walkable mostly sans the congestion one finds in Sedona main tourist area.
VOC is itself very walkable village with easy access to shops & eating places. Proximity to bike shops for those who want to mountain bike some trails.
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At peak season, Sedona itself is congested & parking for trailheads often difficult to find. Bell Rock Trail one of the most visited trails in the area. One could walk to the Bell Rock trailhead from the DRI resort without worry about finding a parking space. Several nice trails here in VOC vicinity for those who look thoughtfully at the maps at the ranger station located on hwy 179 south end of VOC.
We're Marriott TS folks who used to trade into Diamond Summit in West Sedona. Where to stay is partly a product of your red rock goals.
For folks who want to get in several rustic hikes, West Sedona is a good starting place as it puts you near Dry Creek Rd which accesses some of the bigger hikes to places like Boynton Canyon, Long Canyon, Fay Canyon, Deer Mtn, Bear Mountain & Eeries. Also gateway to fire roads heading to other rustic trails and Palatki Ruins. All drivable by car. Sedona Summit also has several easier trails almost out the back door.
Those who prefer shopping/dining may find stay downtown or just south of the 2 Sedona circles as more in their wheelhouse with day drives that suffice to see the landscape.