THE GATEWAY COTTAGE ~ WILLIAMS / GRAND CANYON / FLAGSTAFF

 
 
 
Williams house rental - Look at all the trees!
Look at all the trees!
 
Williams house rental - Look at all the trees!

Look at all the trees!

Welcome to our home, The Grand Canyon Gateway Cottage. Relax and enjoy!

Welcome to our home, The Grand Canyon Gateway Cottage. Relax and enjoy!

Kitchen, look at that large counter island! Great for baking cookies.

Kitchen, look at that large counter island! Great for baking cookies.

Dining for 11 and a high chair for the tiny person

Dining for 11 and a high chair for the tiny person

Living room has a huge fireplace for those cold nights.

Living room has a huge fireplace for those cold nights.

Comfy new Queen bed in loft, see the stars through the skylight.

Comfy new Queen bed in loft, see the stars through the skylight.

Comfy twin sleeper chair in loft. Nice place to curl up with a book

Comfy twin sleeper chair in loft. Nice place to curl up with a book

Large, lovely first floor king bedroom with bay window

Large, lovely first floor king bedroom with bay window

Pretty first floor bath

Pretty first floor bath

Beautiful, large king bed with french doors opening onto the balcony.

Beautiful, large king bed with french doors opening onto the balcony.

Vanity, large shower and separate soaking tub in master bath

Vanity, large shower and separate soaking tub in master bath

Soaking tub has a beautiful view of the pine trees and blue sky.

Soaking tub has a beautiful view of the pine trees and blue sky.

Large, open great room. New 39 inch flatscreen tv in armoir.

Large, open great room. New 39 inch flatscreen tv in armoir.

We love the gorgeous, huge fireplace!

We love the gorgeous, huge fireplace!

Queen sleeper sofa in living troom

Queen sleeper sofa in living troom

Large, spacious and well stocked kitchen area

Large, spacious and well stocked kitchen area

Laundry, fully equipped with detergent and extra towels and linens

Laundry, fully equipped with detergent and extra towels and linens

From king master to bath with separate tub and shower.

From king master to bath with separate tub and shower.

Stairway to loft and master suite

Stairway to loft and master suite

Going downstairs from the loft

Going downstairs from the loft

Relax on the front porch on the swing and 2 rocking chairs, new pics soon!

Relax on the front porch on the swing and 2 rocking chairs, new pics soon!

Firepit area, some changes made since this photo was taken

Firepit area, some changes made since this photo was taken

Beautiful winter morning looking out to the street.

Beautiful winter morning looking out to the street.

Per night (USD) $180 - $230
Per week $1,400 - $1,470
Per month $5,040 - $5,600
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps10
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Williams vacation house rental
Home, 2 Bedrooms + Queen Sleeping loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)

Welcome to The Gateway Cottage! Our beautiful upscale 1765 sf 'cottage' is situated at above 7000' altitude on a peaceful acre of cool pines in Northern Arizona, 45 minutes from Grand Canyon, 15 minutes from Williams. Flagstaff is 25 minutes and Sedona an hour away. It has a tastefully decorated interior, including 2 King bedrooms and 2 full baths, a sleeping loft with a Queen bed and a BIG twin fold out chair, comfortably accommodating at least 8 guests, and up to a maximum of 10. See the stars through the skylight from the king size bed in the master, and the queen bed in the loft as well. 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. Fun activities (winter and summer) are nearby, including the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Grand Canyon Railway/Polar Express, Bearizona and the Deer Farm, as well as museums, observatories and outdoor recreation such as fishing, ATV trails, hiking, skiing, sledding and more!

Local attractions:

1. Grand Canyon National Park ph# 928 638 7888

http://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm

2. Grand Canyon Railway Train ph# 1 800 the train

http://www.thetrain.com/

3. Arizona Snow Bowl Ski Area ph# 928 779 1951

http://www.arizonasnowbowl.com/

4. Bearizona Wildlife Park ph# 928 635 2289

http://www.bearizona.com/

5. Museum of Northern Arizona ph# 928 774 5213 http://www.musnaz.org/

6. Riordan Mansion Park ph# 928 779 4395

http://www.pr.state.az.us/parks/RIMA/index.html

7. Elk Ridge Ski/Recreation Area ph# 928-814-5038

http://www.elkridgeski.com/index_files/Page455.htm

8. Sedona Chamber ph# 1 800 288 7336

http://www.sedonachamber.com/

9. Oak Creek Canyon US Forest Service ph# 928 282 4119

http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/coconino/recreation/red_rock/oak-creek-scenic.shtml

10. Out of Africa Wildlife Park ph# 928 567 2840

http://www.outofafricapark.com/

11. Sunset Crater ph# 928 526 0502

http://www.nps.gov/sucr/index.htm

12. Meteor Crater ph# 928 289 2362

http://www.meteorcrater.com/

13. Mountain Ranch Stables ph#928-635-0706

www.mountainranchstables.com

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About Darrel & Merrie Edmonds

Our names are Darrel & Merrie, we met in Williams & have been married 40 years. We have 2 grown children and 5 grandchildren.

Darrel & Merrie Edmonds purchased this house in 2007
Why Darrel & Merrie Edmonds chose Williams

Merrie grew up in the area, and has always called it 'home', she loves the mountains, pines and the quiet pace of the location. We purchased the acre in 2002 and dreamed of the day we would see our cabin there on the property. We drew the plans and sub-contracted the construction beginning in 2005, the home was, for the most part, completed in 2007. We have enjoyed the process, and have been doing some finishing touches since then. Now, we would love to share it with you.

What makes this house unique

We enjoy taking the family up to the cabin to enjoy the cool weather in summer, the smell of the pines, relaxing around the firepit and driving the sand rails on the forest service roads. We are always excited to see the deer, elk and antelope in the area, and feeding the Kaibab squirrels that live in the neighborhood. Many a meal has been shared on the open rear deck. The winters are beautiful with the fresh snow, holidays in front of the fireplace with the scent of cedar wood, freshly baked cookies and coffee. Christmas in Williams is a sight to see, with the lighting of the huge Christmas tree, and boarding the Polar Express is a joy for the kiddies, young and old. Bearizona wild animal park is a must see, near Williams, only 8 miles away.

Williams house rental - Look at all the trees!

Look at all the trees!

Welcome to our home, The Grand Canyon Gateway Cottage. Relax and enjoy!

Welcome to our home, The Grand Canyon Gateway Cottage. Relax and enjoy!

Kitchen, look at that large counter island! Great for baking cookies.

Kitchen, look at that large counter island! Great for baking cookies.

Dining for 11 and a high chair for the tiny person

Dining for 11 and a high chair for the tiny person

Living room has a huge fireplace for those cold nights.

Living room has a huge fireplace for those cold nights.

Comfy new Queen bed in loft, see the stars through the skylight.

Comfy new Queen bed in loft, see the stars through the skylight.

Comfy twin sleeper chair in loft. Nice place to curl up with a book

Comfy twin sleeper chair in loft. Nice place to curl up with a book

Large, lovely first floor king bedroom with bay window

Large, lovely first floor king bedroom with bay window

Pretty first floor bath

Pretty first floor bath

Beautiful, large king bed with french doors opening onto the balcony.

Beautiful, large king bed with french doors opening onto the balcony.

Vanity, large shower and separate soaking tub in master bath

Vanity, large shower and separate soaking tub in master bath

Soaking tub has a beautiful view of the pine trees and blue sky.

Soaking tub has a beautiful view of the pine trees and blue sky.

Large, open great room. New 39 inch flatscreen tv in armoir.

Large, open great room. New 39 inch flatscreen tv in armoir.

We love the gorgeous, huge fireplace!

We love the gorgeous, huge fireplace!

Queen sleeper sofa in living troom

Queen sleeper sofa in living troom

Large, spacious and well stocked kitchen area

Large, spacious and well stocked kitchen area

Laundry, fully equipped with detergent and extra towels and linens

Laundry, fully equipped with detergent and extra towels and linens

From king master to bath with separate tub and shower.

From king master to bath with separate tub and shower.

Stairway to loft and master suite

Stairway to loft and master suite

Going downstairs from the loft

Going downstairs from the loft

Relax on the front porch on the swing and 2 rocking chairs, new pics soon!

Relax on the front porch on the swing and 2 rocking chairs, new pics soon!

Firepit area, some changes made since this photo was taken

Firepit area, some changes made since this photo was taken

Beautiful winter morning looking out to the street.

Beautiful winter morning looking out to the street.

Sunset Crater Volcano
Flagstaff Historic Downtown
Grand Canyon Railway
Lowell Observatory
Pine Country Restaurant
Walnut Canyon, Arizona
Williams AZ.
Arizona Pioneer Museum
LA Fonda Mexican Restaurant
Flagstaff, AZ
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Sedona, AZ
Bearizona Wildlife Park
Havasupai Village
Oak Creek Canyon
Arizona Snowbowl
Wupatki National Monument
Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
Museum of Northern Arizona
Nearest Airport : Flagstaff Pulliam at 25 Miles
Nearest Train : Grand Canyon Railway at 12 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-40 & I-17 at 20 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Williams at 11 Miles
Nearest Ski : Elk Ridge at 17 Miles
Nearest Golf : Elephant Rocks at 18 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Williams at 11 Miles
Car: necessary

Grand Canyon 1 hour / Flagstaff 23 miles / Williams11 miles;

Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Railway/Polar Express, Oak Hill Snow Play area/Sinkhole, Bearizona, Deer Farm, Snow Bowl Ski Area/Summer Lift Ride, Lowell Observatory, Museum of Northern Arizona, Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon, Out of Africa Wildlife Park (Camp Verde area), Sunset Crater, Meteor Crater.

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Changeover Day: friday

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Williams, Arizona

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$225
$230
Fri, Sat
$1,400
$5,040
2 nights
 
 
Winter
Oct 1 - Apr 29
$225
$230
Fri, Sat
$1,470
$5,600
2 nights
 
 
Summer
May 1 - Sep 29
$225
$230
Fri, Sat
$1,470
$5,320
2 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning fee up to 8 guests $100 + Tax
Pet Fee $10 + Tax
Property Damage Protection $49
Cleaning fee $75 up to 6 guests, $100 for 7-8 guests, $125 for 9-10 guests.
Ask about holiday rates. You have the option to choose a refundable
damage/security fee of $300 rather than the $49 non refundable fee.
Tax Rate 7.75%

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Williams, Arizona

Property Type:
  • house
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1765 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Mountain
  • Rural
Theme:
  • Luxury
  • Tourist Attractions
General:
  • Washing Machine
  • Linens Provided
  • Laundry Soap
  • Mobile Phone
  • Filtered Water
  • Towels Provided
  • Parking
  • Toilet Paper
  • Living Room
  • Sofa Bed
  • Parking Off Street
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Water Cooler
  • Iron & Board
  • Paper Towels
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Basic Soaps
  • Firewood
  • Fireplace
Kitchen:
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Freezer
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Pantry Items
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Oven ...
    Double
  • Stove ...
    Smooth top
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Everything you need
Dining:
  • Dining ...
    Table seats 8 and island seats 3 + high chair
  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 11 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Full 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Full 2 - toilet , tub , shower
  • Downstairs tub/shower combo. Upstairs large soaking tub and large shower.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 1 king , 1 baby crib
  • Sleeps 6 in beds, 1 on twin hide-a-bed in loft, 2 on queen hide-a-bed in living room and 1 in portable crib.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
  • Television
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Radio
  • Games
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Porch Furniture
  • Yard
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio
  • Balcony
  • Deck Furniture
  • Wood Deck
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • 4 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only ...
    Outside only
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    25
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • Singles
  • Groups
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • forests
  • library
  • museums
  • cinemas
  • ruins
  • live theater
  • autumn foliage
  • playground
  • zoo
  • churches
  • theme parks
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • sledding
  • walking
  • antiquing
  • sight seeing
  • horseback riding
  • bird watching
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • fitness center
  • medical services
  • groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hunting
  • hiking
  • spelunking
  • mountain climbing
  • swimming
  • hunting big game
  • golf
  • fishing
  • sailing
  • ice skating
  • freshwater fishing
  • equestrian events
  • water tubing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • skiing
  • cycling
  • mountaineering
  • hunting small game
Notes:
Our beautifully decorated 1765 sf home on an acre of pines offers 2 King bedrooms, a Queen bed and a twin sleeper chair in the loft, a queen sleeper sofa in the living room as well as a playpen/crib and extra pillows. We provide all linens, kitchenware and utensils, some spices, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, spiced cider and popcorn. Spend time in Williams shopping the unique stores there, taking a walk in the cool pine scented air or relax on the porch. Pine wood is provided for the fire pit in the back yard, and cedar wood is provided for the indoor fireplace. We plan on adding a large playset, a horseshoe pit and additional shrubbery/landscaping next spring. Please come and enjoy yourselves here at The Gateway Cottage.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Williams, Arizona

The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
average rating of 5.0 based on 27 reviews
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The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p988496
+1 623 695-6708
Williams Grand Canyon
5

Answer to prayer

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 10, 2013
  • Stayed: Jun 2013
Just recently took my parents on a trip of a lifetime to the Grand Canyon for their 40th wedding anniversary...we stayed in this wonderful cabin! So thankful for how we felt "at home". This cabin is spotless, inviting, secure, roomy, full of amenities, and more! Thank you To the Edmonds for making this reasonably priced home available! You won't be disappointed if you stay here!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Congratulations on 40 years of marriage! We will hit that milestone on10/3. We are happy to hear you enjoyed our home, it is a nice reward for all the hard work building it. It was not intended to be a rental, but it is rewarding to be able to share it with people like you. Thank you for choosing our home for your celebration!
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The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p988496
+1 623 695-6708
Williams Grand Canyon
Orlando, FL
5

Our Grand Canyon Adventure

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 4, 2013
  • Stayed: May 2013
This was our first time renting through this process as we normally stay in hotels when we travel. However, since this time there were six of us, we decided to rent a place. We were going to the Grand Canyon and the drive every day was not bad, roughly 45 minutes.

Merrie was always very responsive. Instructions were clear and easy to follow (I do suggest including the wireless information when the address and door code are sent to the renter) The cottage looked exactly like the pictures...it is very well kept, clean, welcoming and the kitchen has everything you would ever need...

We stopped in town (about 20 minutes away) before we got to the cottage for grocery shopping and that made it soo much easier since we got in late.

We really enjoyed ourselves and created great memories with friends and family...our only regret is that we should have planned a longer stay!!

I would certainly recommend this property and would use again if we travel back to that area of the country.
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you for sharing your experience at our home, and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. I will take your advice and send the WiFi code along with the address and door code in the future. We hope you do have the opportunity to come and stay again, there is so much to see within an hour drive in any direction.
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The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p988496
+1 623 695-6708
Williams Grand Canyon
5

Lovely Cabin

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: May 24, 2013
  • Stayed: May 2013
Came with a family group of 7 adults to see the Grand Canyon. We spent 5 days at the cabin and enjoyed it so much we spent one down day just relaxing there!
We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit, several dinners prepared on the grill and rocking on the front porch. The cabin is adorable, comfortable and is located in a very pretty area. We were thrilled to see jack rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks and deer during our stay.

We visited the south rim via the Grand Canyon Railway and throughly enjoyed it. Took day trips to the skywalk on the west rim and a half day smooth water rafting trip in Page, also throughly enjoyed! Spent one evening walking and shopping in downtown Williams on Rt 66!

Owners were a pleasure to work with and we all highly recommend the cabin and would definitely stay here again!
Owner's Response: Wow, you covered a lot of ground during your trip! Hope you have great memories of all those places. Thank you for the glowing review, so glad you enjoyed the home. Come back again!
business
The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p988496
+1 623 695-6708
Williams Grand Canyon
Phoenix, NY
5

Great Place!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: May 1, 2013
  • Stayed: Apr 2013
I stayed here for a week with my wife and parents in April 2013. It is a fantastic place to stay. I highly recommend this house. It is exactly as described on vrbo. Maybe even better. We enjoyed coming back to the cottage after a long day of seeing the sites It is easy driving to Williams. We took day trips to the Grand Canyon. Oak Creek canyon and Sedona. Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monument. Walnut Canyon and Montenume Castle National Monuments just to name a few of the things we did. I would rent this house again if I am in that area of Arizona again!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are happy to hear you enjoyed our home, and that you were able to visit so many of the interesting sites in our area. Oak Creek Canyon is my very favorite place in Arizona. We would love to have you back again, and thank you again for choosing our home for your vacation, and your warm review!
business
The Gateway Cottage ~ Williams / Grand Canyon / Flagstaff
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p988496
+1 623 695-6708
Williams Grand Canyon
5

A Fantastic Week!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 10, 2013
  • Stayed: Apr 2013
We stayed in the Gateway Cottage the first week of April. There were 7 adults and one baby. The Cottage is exactly as described -- it is wonderful! I was amazed at how clean it was -- the floors literally were shining! The kitchen is better equipped than my own. We cooked every morning and evening meal there and never lacked for any utensil, bowl or pan.
Our favorite thing was to build a fire in the fire pit outside. We would sit out there for several hours each evening.
The location of the Cottage is ideal -- we took a day trip each day; we went to the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Route 66, etc. No place was more than an hour away. We rented bicycles at the Grand Canyon and rode the south rim -- it is the best way to see the GC.
The weather was absolutely perfect when we were there. Cool at nights and warm during the day with beautiful blue skies. And no crowds at any of the places we went. This is a great time of year to visit northern Arizona.
The owners were a delight to deal with -- so kind and accommodating. I would definitely recommend the cottage to everyone.
Thank you for your hospitality.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: What a nice review, we are so pleased that you found the home as we say it is. The stars look like they are so close there, and so bright, we love the back yard. The cottonwood tree should be getting it's leaves, and the bulbs on the west side of the house blooming. Spring is a beautiful time there! Hope to have you back again if you are out this way again
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