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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG

In the middle of it all, yet away from it all... Elk Meadow Cottage is truly the best of both worlds. Our house is 5 miles north of I-40 and bordered on 3 sides by the Kaibab National Forest, giving you privacy, peace, and quiet. Yet, it is also conveniently located just 20 minutes from Flagstaff and Williams and just over an hour from the Grand Canyon and Sedona! There is so much to do and see in Northern Arizona and Elk Meadow Cottage is the perfect home base for your adventures.

Our Cottage is nicely furnished, has new, top quality linens, and is kept in immaculate condition. We disinfect and sanitize thoroughly between guests. We have many fun outdoor activities as well, including a hammock, slack line, swing, frisbee golf, and horseshoes.

The master bedroom features a king bed (with new mattress) and adjoining bath with jetted soaking tub. Upstairs are 3 more bedrooms plus a 2nd full bath. Kids love sleeping and playing in the "secret" loft space.

Perfect location for your base camp for all the attractions and natural wonders that Northern Arizona has to offer. Access to the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Slide Rock Park, Polar Express & North Pole Experience, Grand Canyon Railway, 5 area fishing lakes, and several golf courses.

Relax by the fireplace with a book or enjoy one of the many family friendly movies and games provided. BBQ on our outdoor grill and dine on the deck under the pines. Cool, fresh, pine scented mountain air in this wooded setting in the Kaibab Nat'l Forest at 7500 ft. The home is located in an area known for wildlife viewing, views of the San Francisco peaks, and access to miles and miles of hiking / biking / cross country skiing trails.

All the creature comforts you expect in a fine vacation home are here for you and are detailed in the property description.

Please read through our reviews. Our guests LOVE the property!

**Please note that we have 3 security cameras mounted on the front of our house, which provide surveillance of our driveway.

Property manager

Emily Locke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking/vaping in the house or on our property.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Note from host: For our guests with allergies, no pets please.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love having well behaved, well supervised kids.

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
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

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 area

Map
Parks, AZ

What's nearby

  • Kaibab Petroglyphs - 20 min drive
  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm - 26 min drive
  • Bearizona - 31 min drive
  • Canyon Coaster Adventure Park - 33 min drive
  • Arizona Snowbowl - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Williams Depot - 29 min drive
  • Flagstaff Pulliam Field (FLG) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪General Store/Postal - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this vacation home in Williams is in the mountains, steps from Kaibab National Forest, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Grand Canyon Deer Farm and Oak Hill Snow Play Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Perfect home base for family adventures! Gorgeous, private, clean! 20 min to FLG Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 287 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 287 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for all ages
We had the best stay! The home has literally everything you can think of making traveling with little ones so easy. Homeowners were so accommodating as well. Will definitely be making this our go to spot to escape the heat! ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation home!
There was 8 of us with 4 teenagers and the house was plenty big with all the details you could think of. The WiFi is not great, but it forced the kids to hang out with us! The thoughtfulness of the owner to provide instructions for everything, games, everything you need in the kitchen, and bathrooms was so nice! We did a lot of driving and it was a great house to come back to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
This place is a gem. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles M., Alliance

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family getaway
Ideal location. Comfortable home well provisioned and ideal for multi generational family vacation. All of us were delighted
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie-Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in the mountains.
My family and I stayed at this property because it was a perfect distance away from the Grand Canyon railway. I didn’t expect this property to be one of the best parts of our trip. My daughter is nine years old and was in awe from the minute we walked in. From the playroom downstairs, the loft and bunk bed with all the toys she could dream of, and to all the toys that were outside, it seems that everything was thought of. We were lucky enough to be there when it snowed and it was absolutely beautiful. My daughter had never experienced snow before and there were sleds and toys for her to use. It definitely created a core memory for her. The house was well labeled and instruction manual had pictures and were extremely clear. The only downfall was that that the Internet wasn’t great, but that’s to be expected when you were tucked away next to the mountains. We would definitely return and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desa Rae H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need for kids!
We had 4 adults, and 3 kids under 3 during our stay & had more than enough space for everyone! We forgot a couple of items for the kids but the cabin ended up having everything we needed (white noise machines, stools in the bathrooms). We didn’t even have to break out our own toys because the toy room was fully stocked. Check-in and check-out processes were super clear! Some other things that surprised us: WiFi works for browsing but not for streaming. Keurig is available with an option to add your own grounds. Firewood was provided. There’s a cool kids loft in one bedroom. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Home
The house is beautiful especially with all the snow we got to be in and play in. Great for family with kids. Has a cute nook with toys for kids. Even a loft in the upstairs bedroom. Only 20 minutes to Bearizona & the Grand Canyon Deer Farm. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property for a family getaway
This house has it all. It’s clean, inviting, and the land surrounding it is just so beautiful! There is a trail right behind it that takes you through the beautiful pine trees. The outdoor play area and play room was much enjoyed by our two year old son. There’s enough room for a family of ten easily, the four of us enjoyed it very much ! Not to mention Emily is very good at communicating and very sweet. We will definitely be returning in the near future with grandma and grandpa !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Home was lovely, clean, with a large great room and enough room for 6 adults not to feel like we were on top of each other! We didn't lack for anything - from beds to a well stocked kitchen. The wrap around porch was especially nice. We also enjoyed the hiking trail behind the house and the quietness of the surrounding area. The owner Emily was accommodating, quick to answer any questions and very nice. Our experience rates this place definitely worth staying at again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Annual Retreat
Property was great, weather nice and cool, had a wonderful relaxing long weekend in the Pines.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grandkids vacation
What a great place. Want to buy it. Quiet. Owner was great. Our grandkids didn’t want to leave and neither did we.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain retreat for the whole familu
What a lovely property. All the room and amenities for us and our 4 adult children and our granddaughters. Plenty of things inside and outside to keep everyone busy and a nice big kitchen to feed everyone . You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home and surroundings.
We absolutely loved our time there. It felt like home and it had fun activities inside and out (zip line, horseshoes and board games inside etc). We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Vahe K.

Find a better place!
I have never written a negative review in the past. The way Emily, who owns this place, acted prompted me to write one. The property is old and need a lot of updates. The sink food disposal was not working, and the water in the sink was building up. Several rooms on the first floor were getting too hot, when other rooms, especially on the second floor were still cold. The security system had no power, so our family was not safe at night, if someone decided to break in. In some areas in the backyard, the barbed wire fence was damaged, and the wires were on the ground, which risks injury. The road next to the property has a metal water drainage. Every time a car passes over the drainage you can hear loud noise, which is bothersome at night. The fence on both sides of the road prevents you from entering the forest, so you can only walk along the road. We walked one day for fresh air, but had to return because the asphalt ended hundred yards northward form the property and the dirt road was too dusty when cars pass. The Grand Canyon was over an hour away. Now, the worst part: The property has cameras, and you feel that you are under surveillance. The owner brought up some issues claiming that her neighbor told her, but that was not true, she monitors guests through those cameras. The closest neighbor was more than a hundred yards away on the opposite side of the road. I don’t want to continue about other minor issues. We will not return to this property ever.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet for a crowd
This old farmhouse was adorable. It was quirky, cute and clean (and I have high standards for cleanliness.) My family of four, along with Grandma and Grandpa stayed, and there were still beds to spare. It was so roomy! We found the kitchen well stocked with everything a person could need, down to plastic wrap and tupperware containers of all sizes. We appreciated all the little extras, like ample kleenex, shampoo and coffee. We loved seeing the Kaibab squirrel and all the birds at the feeder during breakfast. The wood burning stove was cozy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and host
The home has everything you need and it works great for big family like ours
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eunice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
This is a very nice and quiet cabin, I like that there is no neighbors except for across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This listing is amazing! There is something to do for all ages Big enough to have your own private time or be together as a family . Many outdoor activities as well. Very clean well stocked with items you might need or have forgotten I highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L., Phoenix , Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Elk Hunt
This property is awesome , plenty of room & lots of common place & a beautiful fire place . With 4 bedrooms and another room with fold out futon , very comfortable . Walk out the door , into the woods and your hunting . Great place , we would definitely stay there again .
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Spent 12 days for a deer hunt. Everything was great. Plenty of space for 6 of us with room to spare. Plenty of parking for all of our trucks and lots of good firewood. I would definitely recommend staying here for families or groups looking for a nice place to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was clean, had lots of room, is full of things to do, and is in a beautiful peaceful location. The many five star reviews you see are deserved. We would absolutely go back. My only advice is if you are coming from the south rim of the Grand Canyon, don’t follow the Google directions that take to you to the cabin from the north side. Follow highway 64 south to I-40 and get to the cabin from the south. The south end of the road the cabin is on is paved. The north end is a gravel road and really doesn’t save any time. This was a perfect home base for us. We saw the Grand Canyon, Bearizona in Williams, spent some time in Flagstaff, and hiked the lava river cave. The cabin is so inviting it’s hard to leave and a wonderful place to come back to after a day of adventuring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David P., Macomb, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Elk Meadow Cottage was a perfect "'home-away-from-home" to enjoy time with our children & grandchildren. The zip line, loft, and hammock were so much fun for the children. The sunroom was a perfect cozy and quiet spot for reading, and served as a playroom for the younger children. The check-in was convenient and excellent communication with the owner. We were impressed with the well stocked paper products, dish soap, bath products, towels, linens, and kitchen cookware. All cupboards were neatly organized and labeled. A wonderful hiking trail was located just a few steps from the home and enjoyed by the entire family. We took many photos of the beautiful Aspen groves. The property is a great location for many day trips. Bearazona, Sedona, and Grand Canyon. If you enjoy a getaway with privacy, nature, and quiet, you will love Elk Meadow Cottage! The property was easy an easy drive from I-40 on a good paved road.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isidro A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was one of the best vacation rentals we have ever used. We would highly recommend it.
Property was great. Owner was very helpful. House has absolutely everything you would need. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Idil B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Countryside
I had no idea that where we were going was going to be a hiker's paradise! This house is truly a gem. It's nestled in the middle of the woods and it's in perfect shape. We were baffled by the fact that there was no city/well water and all water was delivered by a truck. We tried to conserve water and definitely started to look at the world from a different perspective. The house is very well stocked with all the essential supplies. It was very clean and the inside was very homely - plenty of board games and books to read and outside activities. There was a zipline in the backyard which our son couldn't get enough of! The only difficulty we had was opening the lockbox for the key when we first arrived. It seemed to be stuck, but we eventually figured it out after sweating it out a bit! This house is far away from any sign of civilization. The closest store is 6 miles away, but had some pretty good fast food and basic staples. All members of our family were 100% satisfied with the house. And Emily is super friendly and replies promptly to any questions about the house. Thank you so much Emily for sharing your house with us :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022