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Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona

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Beautiful home on a full acre of forest, feels peaceful and secluded.
We proudly wave "Old Glory" here!
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9164.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Williams, AZ
  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kaibab Petroglyphs
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bearizona
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Flagstaff, AZ (FLG-Flagstaff Pulliam Field)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Sleeping loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Full 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Full 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona

Welcome to The Gateway Cottage! Our beautiful privately owned upscale 1765 sf  "cottage" is situated on an acre of cool pines at above 7000' altitude in Northern Arizona, where you can slow down, take in the serenity of the forest and the clean, fresh air while the kids enjoy the swingset. In November, 2024, living room furniture was updated with a new sleeper sectional and matching chair, as well as a tv cabinet, bathroom vanity and light fixture. Our home is located just minutes east of Williams, "the Gateway to the Grand Canyon", where you will find plenty of shopping for most anything you need. The Deer Farm is under 10 minutes from our property, Bearizona and Canyon Coasters are 15 minutes away, as well as the Grand Canyon Railway/Polar Express. It's an easy 45 minute/60 mile drive to the south rim of the Grand Canyon, with Flagstaff 25 minutes and Sedona being an hour away, it makes this home a great central location!! Hunting and fishing, hiking and off road trails are all nearby. There are multiple lakes in the area: Kaibab, Dogtown, Cataract, Whitehorse, and Buckskinner Park to name a few. Our home has 2 KING bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus a sleeping loft with one QUEEN bed and one TWIN bed. Downstairs living room has a QUEEN sleeper sofa. We do furnish a pack-n-play crib, high chair and booster seat for the tiny guests. We can comfortably accommodate up to 9 adults. We're sorry, as a courtesy to homeowners/guests with allergies, WE DO NOT HOST PETS OR SERVICE/ESA OF ANY KIND. We do welcome adults, children and hunters!
See the stars through the skylights from the new king size bed in the master and the new queen bed in the loft. Both king bedrooms have a tv and dvd player, first floor bedroom has a vcr as well, and an assortment of vhs and dvd movies. The fully stocked kitchen includes everything you need, bring your groceries and make a simple or gourmet meal. The laundry room includes linens and towels. Outside relaxation on the deck, the rustic fire pit area or the front porch. There is a land line (phone) in house for local calls. We also have super fast STARLINK INTERNET!! Again, so many fun activities (winter and summer) are nearby, including the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Grand Canyon Railway/Polar Express, Bearizona, the Deer Farm and Canyon Coaster Adventure Park, as well as museums, observatories and outdoor recreation such as fishing, hiking, skiing, sledding and more. This home will not disappoint you!  Check in is after 4pm and checkout is before 11:00 am.

Other Things to Note:
WATER USAGE:
Our cabin is a rural forest property and is on hauled water. Please be conscientious of your water usage, help conserve water and keep our nightly rates low by limiting tap water running and lengthy shower times when possible. Please do not process game at or in our home.

HEATING:
All rural homes in this development are heated by propane which is very expensive. Please make sure doors and windows remain closed, and lower the thermostat temperature when away from the property.

EXTRA GUESTS:
Guest count must be the same as the reservation. There is an added 20$/night fee for each guest in addition to 6 to cover extra cleaning and water usage.

Local attractions:
1. Grand Canyon National Park
2. Grand Canyon Railway Train
3. Arizona Snow Bowl Ski Area
4. Bearizona Wildlife Park
5. Grand Canyon Caverns
6. Elk Ridge Ski/Recreation Area
7. Sedona Chamber
8. Oak Creek Canyon
9. Out of Africa Wildlife Park
10. Sunset Crater
11. Meteor Crater
12. Museum of Northern Arizona 
13. Riordan Mansion Park
14. Montezuma's Well
15. Deer Farm
16. Oak Hill Snow Play (winter) and Sinkhole (summer) closed for 2024 during reforestation
17. Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
18. Lava tubes
AZ tax# 21005470
Coconino County STR-24-0596

Property manager

Merrie Edmonds
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No ATVs of any kind allowed on property.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside only.
Smoking allowed outside, please properly dispose of cigarette butts. Don't burn wood/fire logs in fireplace, electric fireplace adds a cozy element.
Some guests have pet allergies, we choose to respect them by keeping a pet free home. Please do not bring any animal to our home.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No ATVs of any kind allowed on property.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-24-0596

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williams

Located in Williams, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Elephant Rocks Golf Course and Arizona Snowbowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Grand Canyon Deer Farm and Canyon Coaster Adventure Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Williams, AZ

What's nearby

  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Kaibab Petroglyphs - 18 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Canyon Coaster Adventure Park - 22 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Bearizona - 25 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Dogtown Reservoir - 28 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Williams Depot - 22 min drive
  • Flagstaff, AZ (FLG-Flagstaff Pulliam Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪General Store/Postal - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Ranch Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Ranch Stables - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing homebase for Williams, Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Flagstaff and Sedona located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Jonns Park, Grand Canyon Deer Farm, and Oak Hill Snow Play Area. Dry Lake and Dogtown Reservoir are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 341 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 341 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had a wonderful stay in this cabin! The cabin was clean and well stocked. The location was nice for the day trips we took to South Rim and Sedona. We would stay here again if we visited the area in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin
We had a wonderful stay, the cabin is amazing and close to everything in our itinerary!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Wonderful much needed time away
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowy fun!
We planned to do some hiking near the Grand Canyon, but a huge snowstorm changed our plans. Luckily, the cabin was a great place to stay cozy for a few days, and the kids had a blast building a snowman and learning to shovel the driveway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a magical property for our Christmas vacation. It had absolutely everything you could possibly need or want in the kitchen and the property was beatifully presented. The Christmas tree was a delightful bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway Near Williams
Our family of 6 (mom, dad and kids ages 10, 8, 6 & 5) all enjoyed our stay! Fully stocked kitchen. Quiet neighborhood. Comfortable beds. Plenty of room to spread out. Extra pillows and blankets to keep everyone warm and comfy. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

justin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway in Williams
What an amazing property. This listing was just as described. It was a great forest retreat away from the Las Vegas suburbs. We came for my FIL 60th birthday and had an amazing time. The property is near the BNSF line and there were teain horns throughout the stay much to my inner childs delight. We arrived a week after snow and our kids had their first opportunity to experience building a snow man and hitting their dad with snowballs. The location is great! Tucked away in the woods not too far from Williams. A quick rode to thw Grand Canyon, up the road from the Deer Farm and two exits away from Bearizona. Our family from the city got to spend nights under the stars and had a backyard fire while the kids played on the swingset. It was an amazing experience and great memories were made. If we head back to Williams, we will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to all area attractions yet secluded and quiet and peaceful location
Wonderful home very well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Really nice house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cabin
Our stay was a great home base for Bearizona, the grand canyon and our toddler's highlight the poozeum. The house was fully stocked with all our needs from cooking materials, to playground to hot chocolate. We would love to come stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orquidia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing weekend
confortable, beautiful and so relaxing house, we come home so happy after 2 nights in this awesome home!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lec C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend
Very nice location. Home was very nice and well cared for. Pictures don't do the home justice. Everything was as advertised. Nice neighborhood. Convenient to all we wanted to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a blast playing in the snow and relaxing at the cabin. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was beautiful. Everything was great. The only thing I would say could be improved is the bed. The bed I slept on was a little hard but other than that it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay in Williams
This house was perfect for our group of seven to use as home base as we toured Williams and the Grand Canyon. The home was impeccably clean and seemed larger and nicer in person than it did in the pictures. It was a little ways off the main road but a pretty drive to get there. Aside from the frequent trains passing by, the neighborhood was so peaceful. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter trip
Beautiful cabin, comfortable beds, cozy atmosphere.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mellissa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Really nice and comfortable cabin. Had everything we needed. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a quite neighborhood with the taste of home!
His was the best Vrbo we have stayed in. It was a beautiful quite area. We enjoyed everything about this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Retreat
Absolutely perfect place to unwind and explore the beautiful surroundings! The house is a perfect cabin in the woods! Beautifully decorated and has a well-stocked kitchen! Everything you could want for a family vacation! Friendly, helpful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Very clean, love the neighborhood. Quiet and peaceful! My boys loved playing in the yard and on the playset out back. Very comfortable and everything we needed was available. Host was very accommodating and responsive. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and lovely home
We had an incredible time here. The home and property are beautiful and it had everything we needed. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M., Battle Ground, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property & Location
This property is in a nicely wooded area. We loved the cabin feel inside. Everything was super clean and we had plenty of room. The location is great too. Easy drives to lots of popular northern Arizona attractions from the Grand Canyon to Sedona to Flagstaff to Montezuma's Castle/Well to Meteor Crater. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATELYNN O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beutiful place felt like home
Would love to spend a summer there. Was beutiful had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chilling in the woods ❤️
Such a well kept and comfortable place to stay for a weekend getaway. The feel of the place is so peaceful! Would love to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Merrie Edmonds

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Darrel & Merrie met in Williams & have been married 51 years. They have 2 grown children and 5 grandchildren. Merrie grew up in the area, and has always called it "home", she loves the mountains, pines and the quiet pace of the location.

Why they chose this property

We purchased the acre of land in 2002 because of the quiet, forest setting and dreamed of the day we would see our cabin there on the property. We sketched our vision, took the drawings to a draftsman who drew the plans. We sub-contracted the construction beginning in 2005, and it was 100% hands on for us, doing much of the work ourselves. The home was (for the most part) completed in 2007. There was no intention of renting our home at that time, but with the economy crunch in 2009, we made the choice to share our home as a vacation rental, rather than selling it, which would have crushed us. We have enjoyed the process, and have been doing some finishing touches and updates along the way. A fresh coat of interior paint, new drapes and rug, a new microwave, a 4K UHD tv in the lower bedroom, updated Dishnet Hopper satellite system and STARLINK SATELLITE INTERNET are a few of the changes made since the first of this year (2019.) We are confident you will enjoy the property, and make many happy memories there. PLEASE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THOSE WITH ALLERGIES, DO NOT BRING A PET/ESA/SERVICE ANIMAL TO OUR HOME.

What makes this property unique

There is a peacefulness you'll feel when staying at our home, and the proximity to the Grand Canyon, Williams, Bearizona, The Grand Canyon Railway, Flagstaff and Sedona makes our home perfect for daily outings taking in all the sites. We enjoy taking the family to the cabin to enjoy the cool weather in summer. The smell of the pines, relaxing around the fire pit and taking walks in the forest, along with the occasional sightings of the deer, elk, antelope among other critters in the area are a welcome change of pace. The Kaibab squirrels that live in the neighborhood enjoy the handouts and are very entertaining. Winters are beautiful with the fresh snow, sledding and holidays with spiced cider, hot chocolate and popcorn we provide. Christmas in Williams is a sight to behold, with the parade and the lighting of the huge Christmas tree. Boarding the Polar Express is a joy for the kiddies, young and old. Bearizona Wildlife Park and The Deer Farm are a must see, near Williams, only a few miles away. (Sorry, we do not host pets, including service animals, in consideration of those with allergies).

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