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

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9164 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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. 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. Bearizona is 15 minutes away, as well as the Grand Canyon Railway. It's an easy 45 minute/60 mile drive to the south rim of the Grand Canyon, and with Flagstaff 25 minutes, Sedona is an hour away, so this is a great central location!! Hunting and fishing, hiking and off road trails are all nearby. 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 now have super fast STARLINK INTERNET!! 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.

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 over 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1765 sq ft (164 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No ATVs of any kind allowed on property.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-24-0596

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Williams, AZ

What's nearby

  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm - 15 min drive
  • Kaibab Petroglyphs - 18 min drive
  • Canyon Coaster Adventure Park - 22 min drive
  • Kaibab National Forest Headquarters - 24 min drive
  • Bearizona - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Williams Depot - 22 min drive
  • Flagstaff Pulliam Field (FLG) - 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 ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Williams cabin is located in the mountains, steps from Kaibab National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grand Canyon Deer Farm and Jonns Park. Oak Hill Snow Play Area and Dry Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 332 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Karen B., New Braunfels, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home in Williams, Arizona!
To begin with, this home has a fabulous location in the relaxing piney woods! Williams, Arizona is the place to stay if you are planning on visiting the Grand Canyon and Sedona! We took the train from Williams to the Grand Canyon and had such a fun time! The train ride was full of Old West entertainment, snacks, and Arizona views. This home was absolutely pristine clean and quite charming! If you enjoy sitting on a porch with a glass of wine, visiting with friends, this is your place! The cabinets were full of any cooking or bathroom supplies you could possibly need! We must commend the owner on providing us with an opportunity to stay in her beautifully decorated home. We will be recommending your listing to everyone we know that is planning a visit to the Grand Canyon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowell B., Waynesville NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We stayed from Sept 23-28 2024. The cabin was spotless and very comfortable. We were a group of mother, son and 3 sisters (all over 50 years old). The cabin was easy to access and very convenient to Grand Canyon, Flagstaff and Williams. We enjoyed watching the birds and animals, especially a gray fox that visited. Beds were very comfortable and the house had pretty much anything that you would need, including all kitchen amenities. I ran from the cabin most mornings for a morning run and found dirt roads and trails all around to run on. Great place to relax and enjoy family. Wonderful porch for visiting and grills for cooking. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful vacation house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lec C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Orquidia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Veronica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Really nice house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
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

elaine p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sherwood Forest a Merrie good time
First and foremost a huge shout out to the neighbor Cindy, We are so grateful and thankful to your neighbor whose kindness, willingness and generosity saved us from the corrupt soldiers of Budget Rental in Flag! Williams is a very short drive, however be aware of the iron horsemen at the end of Sherwood Forest. It can be a long wait at the crossing. In Williams we enjoyed the Aquatic Center (wonderful, helpful employees), Cataract Creeks Gang's Wild West Show nightly at 7p preformed right on the street(rt 66), We went 3 times, loved it!! The extra time the players spend with the crowd afterwards is wonderful, Sultana Bar on 3rd and RT66 is friendly and ask for Elisha. -- 1st Baptist Church on Grant is truly a blessing. Very friendly and welcoming. We really appreciated being invited to the fellowship meal after the service. Merrie the house is fabulous, loved the design decor and staircase. My granddaughter loved the loft. Sitting on either porch was very relaxing. Internet and cell was spotty at best or non existent and of course I couldn't get a hold or reach you about our lil dilemma. Cindy knows the story. -- PS the little girl from the church that we watched on and off while we were in Williams and actually she went to Gold Canyon for a couple of days so her mother, grandfather and 3 aunts could spend the final days of her grandmothers life did pass away on June 24 2024. Our cancelled flight from Chi to Cle caused drama for my granddaughter's mother. She wants make up
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Reid W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful woodland cabin
Cabin in a small, quiet neighborhood off a dirt road in the middle of the national forest, making it a peaceful location. There is a very active train track about 1 mile down the road and some in our group were awoken at night because of it, but most of us slept through it just fine. We used the house as our home base to visit the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Williams, and Sedona so it was a convenient location for all our adventures. The house itself was very clean, and accurately described in the listing. It has everything we needed for cooking and doing a bit of laundry. Check in and check out was very easy and straightforward. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Cheryl M., Battle Ground, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escobar Family snow trip
Upon arrival we immediately where in awwww beautiful cabin, quick entry as soon as we opened the door we knew our stay was going to be great. Our kids enjoyed everything about it from the views to all the amenities it offered. Well equipped from kitchen to every single room. We will definitely return in the summer!! Til next time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peterter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
The house was amazingly clean and welcoming. Would return in a heartbeat. Close to so many things but far out enough to feel solace. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it all
This was an amazing experience. The. Abin feels like home and was perfect for our large family. The neighborhood is amazing as well. Felt quiet and secluded yet a short drive from everything. Loved it all and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana F., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in the pines
This is a very beautiful property. It is very clean and nicely decorated. The kitchen was well stocked with the essential we needed. The beds are very comfortable and all bathroom essential are provided. Even a hairdryer. Directions are very clear on how to use the TVs and streaming services. It was cold and snowy, so we enjoyed our time indoors working puzzles and watching Christmas movies. Would love to come back when the weather is nicer to enjoy the playground and take walks around the surrounding areas. Great property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Williams Christmas
Everything was great. Just wanted some snow. But that’s unpredictable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter trip
Beautiful cabin, comfortable beds, cozy atmosphere.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, very clean.
The property is well kept and gorgeous. Perfect location. Just far enough from town to be private, but easy drive for groceries if needed. Very clean. Easy instructions on how go keep up. The kitchen and bathrooms were fully stocked with everything you need. Plenty of blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!
We absolutely loved our stay and will stay here again next time we’re in town. The pictures of the listing do not do it justice! It was beyond spotless and every room/bathroom had everything we needed and more. The kitchen was also beautiful and fully stocked. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house Great location!
We were looking for a weekend getaway from Vegas and I stumbled upon this house. It is located in the Sherwood estates which is nicely secluded but easy to access. It was about 15 minutes to Bearizona and Williams. The Deer Farm is a must stop. We woke up to the beautiful forest and I sat on the porch every morning. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023