Grand Canyon Cottage@Historic Wrigley Ranch-Horseback Riding-Shooting-DogsOK!
About this cottage rental
Located in Parks, this attractive cottage for $136 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Your 1b, 1ba Cottage comes with a dual-heated, King bed and a pellet stove with a backup gas heater. The Cottage sits on 10 acres+, unlike 1-2 acre or less, packed areas like Kachina Village, Mountain Aire, Baderville, Doney Park, or Sherwood Forest, which are tightly packed neighborhoods. These “city neighborhood styled areas” are NOT desirable; mixed communities with nice houses and junk properties intermingled and virtually no land or easy forest/wildland access. At The Cottage, you will not be in a suburban or semi-rural neighborhood. You’ll be staying far from local cities. This is a free-standing, remote, deep-in-the forest place with a gorgeous view of the famous Spring Valley and mountain views of Mt. Sitgreaves. Walking, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing start at your door. The Cottage is a separate home, with living room, kitchen, bedroom, bath, & dining nook. Kitchenware and utensils, salt, pepper & some spices stocked for your convenience. The Cottage is nestled in 40ft-75ft pines, the perfect place for a weekend getaway deep in the Kaibab National Forest. Whether you’re looking to beat the heat of The Valley, Havasu, Tucson, So California or Vegas, or for a serene trip, a romantic getaway, or an adventure vacation, or even a honeymoon, this is the place. You'll love the "no air conditioning needed" comfort of The Cottage. Open, crack or close windows to adjust your room temp. This property was initially developed in 1990 by the Wrigley Family. Yes. Wrigley Field (Chicago Cubs), Wrigley Chewing Gum. Known by legacy as “The Wrigley Ranch,” it’s the last vestige of the once incredibly expansive, former land holding of one of America's most prestigious families. Horseback Riding available on site, guided or unguided riding right here all year 'round! Also Target Shooting & 4wd Tours are usually available March 15 - Nov 15! (Weather restrictions may apply. Add'l costs apply. Visa, MC, Cash. More details below.) Friendly dogs welcome. But they MUST be perfectly controlled by voice commands OR must be on leash. Dogs may not be left alone in cottage unless we approve in advance. Incessant barking is banned by law. Unless you can absolutely control you dog(s) please don't bring them. No felines (cats) unless we approve in writing in advance. No Pit Bulls or Rottweilers, however. Over 500 canine guests so far. As remote as this may be, you'll be safe and secure as we are here on property to assist in any unusual or emergency situation. We have never had such an occurrence. However, we do have clear and efficient plans for any unexpected emergency. We have many motion sensor night lights. Free amenities include pellet stove fuel & one free 12 pack of split firewood per stay for the fire pit (as long as no fire restrictions are in effect). BBQ tools included. Add'l firewood at only $6 per 12 add'l pieces. No Wi-Fi because of satellite bandwidth limitations/costs. No cell phone reception because you're too deep in the woods! To use your cell phone, you'll need to drive out to the prairie about 2 miles down the road. Tarry on out to our pond and enjoy sitting on our glider/bench while the ducks frolic. If you like, bring fresh fruits and veggies to hand feed all the free-grazing birds. Horses love carrots and apples! Take the goats for a walk. Walk freely on our 10 acre property plus its 30 acre add’l fenced forest land or just head out onto walking/ski trails to Spring Valley Tank where elk, antelope and deer get their water. Continue your hike on 1000s upon 1000s of acres on the Sitgreaves mountain range or Spring Valley Knoll. Fishing at local lakes most Spring, Summer and Fall. Many lakes are nearby in Williams including Cataract, Kaibab, Dogtown and White Horse lakes. Grand Canyon a little over an hour due North. Bearizona drive-thru wildlife park about 13 miles West. Sedona and its Red Rock majesty about an hour SE. Meteor Crater and Painted Desert about 45 mins East. Out of Africa wildlife park and indoor shooting range about 1:15 SE. Verde Valley Railroad in Clarkdale, next to Cottonwood. SnowBowl winter ski resort and its Summer Fun activities nearby in Flagstaff. Folks often ask how close walking trails are. Start at The Cottage’s door and virtually head out! Take a 2 mile RT flat walk to Spring Valley Tank, a very popular watering hole for all thirsty wildlife around here on the Spring Valley X-Country Ski Trail. Take a hike or dirt bicycle ride to Shulz Pass and see it's gorgeous high mountain meadows about 1 mile past Spring Valley Tank. Or for near 360 degree views of most of Northern Arizona’s highest peaks plus a glimpse of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, take a 4 mile RT horseback ride or hike due East to Lone Tree Lookout, about 1/2 mile past Spring Valley Knoll. And if you dare and you’re in high altitude climbing condition, try mountain hiking to the peak of Mt. Sitgreaves due West of here. No fire roads. No trails unless you stumble upon an elk trail. We are told that only 5 people per year find the summit and make it to the top. Please advise us if you intend to try it. If you tackle this challenge, please advise us when you depart and when we should expect your return. Please have a cell phone AND GPS emergency locator with you if you try. Max stays: 9 nights. 650-700 sq ft is an estimated cottage size; what we were told when we purchased the property. "Emergency" hosted laundry services for spills on bedding at $25 per load (wash and dry). No self-serve laundry available. If you have a different type of laundry emergency, please ask if we can help. This is a NO SMOKING COTTAGE indoors. OUTDOOR SMOKING AREA: Concrete areas and around the outdoor fire pit. NO BUTTS IN FIRE PIT nor to the ground ever. Store butts in cans or bottles. NO SMOKING OUTSIDE OR OFF THESE TWO VERY SPECIFIC AREAS. NO SMOKING ON TRAILS NOR ANYWHERE IN SURROUNDING NATIONAL FOREST. Fires in the forest are a major concern here no matter what official bans may be in place or not. Official bans may include a ban on outdoor smoking and allow smoking in your vehicle only. PROPANE/GAS BBQ AVAILABLE ALONGSIDE WOOD BURNING BBQ. OPEN FIRE PIT if BURNING is OK. ONE LARGE BUNDLE OF FIREWOOD INCLUDED FREE AT CHECK-IN. Horseback riding is usually available year ‘round, limited by weather and ground conditions (mud/snow). Smooth sole riding/cowboy boots mandatory (we rent boots @ $5 per ride). Other mandatory wear: long sleeve shirt, long pants (no shorts), jeans preferred (no leggings, comfy pants, or jogging outfits), ski clothing OK in Winter, waterproof clothing/rain gear during Summer monsoons (June 20 - Sept 20), well-lined or heated gloves in Winter, thick or heated socks in Winter, sunglasses recommended in Summer and if snow cover is >50%, and long Johns or layers in Winter. We saddle. Free but mandatory acquainting where you groom, pick hooves, do ground work and ride in small areas to start. Then, we will rate your comfort, confidence and control and set riding limits accordingly: on our roads only, in the 3 acre fenced pasture, our 40 acre fenced property, or ride off property. All off property rides require a guide. Hosted target shooting may be available at additional cost that varies depending on weapons chosen and cost of their ammunition. Ask for quotation, scheduling and availability. Strictly supervised. Or bring your own guns and ammo for target shooting near here. Varmint hunting requires an AZ hunting license. Big game requires tags must be acquired about a year in advance. No game processing on site. If you're going to The Grand Canyon, the official Route 66 town of Williams, AZ known as "The Gateway to the Grand Canyon," Bearizona, The Grand Canyon Railway, The Deer Farm, Flagstaff's Sunset Crater Volcano or Arizona Snowbowl, Meteor Crater, Walnut Canyon, the Red Rock Country of Sedona and its Oak Creek Canyon, Out of Africa, The Camp Verde Railroad, Havasupai Falls, Grand Canyon Caverns, Antelope Canyon or Horseshoe Bend, we sit at the virtual center of all these wonderful destinations.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Ski in / Ski out
Garden
Map of Parks, AZ
Reviews
5/5.0
Outstanding(193 Reviews)
5.0
A nice safe space to just chill and unwind in the beautiful forest. Very clean and perfect for our small family.
Thanks Joe!
5.0
The cabin was clean and comfortable. Joe met us at the cabin when we arrived. He was welcoming and very considerate. He assured us that he would provide anything we needed for our comfort and use, be it extra pellets for the stove, paper towels, soap, etc. It was a great escape from both the heat and hustle of Phoenix.
5.0
We were promptly greeted upon arrival. All necessary info was provided. They were great hosts as they readily and willingly accommodated our needs. My granddaughters really enjoyed feeding the horses and walking the goat. It's beatiful and quiet! A great escape!
5.0
We enjoyed staying here at the Wrigley Ranch immensely. Joe and Barbara were excellent hosts and we loved chatting with them. Although they are dog friendly, we didn't bring our furrbaby with us because we flew in and she wouldn't have been able to tolerate the flight but being able to interact with their pups and cats, not to mention the horses and goat, helped being away from her. We got to hear elk bugling day and night while we were there as this is the time they're in rut and trying to find a mate. Joe gave us a guided tour off the property and halfway up a nearby property on the horses so we could really take in the beauty of the surrounding area. The location is perfect for taking in a lot of the surrounding landmarks and national parks. The longest day trip we took was only two hours out to the crystal forest. The cabin was very clean and if we needed anything all we had to do was ask. We would 100% recommend anyone staying there and hope to be able to vacation there again.
5.0
Joe was a great host, knowledge of area, and knowledge of animals was interesting. Cabin was very comfortable in the wood setting.
5.0
Loved the hosts, loved the property and loved our stay. We will book again .
5.0
Had a great time. Beautiful setting in the national forest. The horses walking around everywhere was really fun to watch. Felt really safe and was a quiet atmosphere. Cabin was just right.
5.0
Amazing property with brilliant hosts in a stunning location.
5.0
I made the two-night booking to get the family out of town and away from most modern communication networks. Our plan was to visit the Grand Canyon for the entirety of our lone full day. Though the weather did not cooperate, which made our GC visit a few hours on the trip in, Joe and Barbara's cabin was an absolute treat. Close and convenient to Williams, AZ. Bearizona is well worth the price of admission. Perusing Williams is a delightful couple of hours and even more if you're going to eat in town. The Grand Canyon Railway originates there if I'm not mistaken.
Regarding the cabin, it is quiet and quaint, yet clean, warm and inviting. My wife and I, and our two kids (11 and 9), had no issue at all. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking supplies and Kuereg coffee cups. The bathroom has the necessary toiletries. There is no cell service on their property and also no internet, an attraction for me (though I now have 40 or so emails to go through). DirecTV is on tap for with device withdrawl sets in and there is also a good supply of board games and a deck or two of cards.
Joe and Barbara's dogs are hysterical, the horses will walk up to say hi. We did not walk the goats but if their eyes could talk they'd be screaming, "Take me out now!".
5.0
Relaxing stay easy and clean
5.0
This was our second wintery stay at this cabin as we loved it so much the first time. The property owners are very friendly and willing to assist with making your stay as wonderful as possible. We encountered a good amount of snow on our trip but we’re still able to get in and out of the property with ease as well as walk around the property to see the horses, goats, ducks and chickens. Our 2 dogs came with and the owners didn’t mind them running all around and playing with their dogs. There’s no cell service but it’s only about a 5 minute drive back down the road until you’re in service again. 10/10 will return but probably once it’s a little warmer to take full advantage of the grills & fire pits next time!
5.0
Great, relaxing and just what we wanted
5.0
Joe made us realized so many things. Our kids enjoyed the stay and had good chat with Barbara , she is very welcoming and accommodated us. Horse riding and Tractor rides are top fun. We are going to go back again.
Thanks Joe for everything
5.0
Our second time, and already looking forward to the next visit. Joe and Barbara are very welcoming; good hiking opportunities nearby; best horseback riding experience we've ever had.
5.0
Joe and Barbara were great hosts, place was brilliant, great value for money and fantastic location. Cabin was super clean and welcoming, very cozy king bed way better than the one we own … kitchen with the items you’d need and all very clean , all spices were provided by the owner if you need to bbq or cook. Pets are welcome at this place and owners love seeing animals happy since they have quiet a few of them there. I can’t stress enough how wonderful stay was at this cabin. Thank you Joe and Barbara, we will definitely come back.
5.0
Very cool place
4.0
Wonderful Horse Back Riding, Joe's a great trainer.
The cabin needs a new couch. The couch in there is uncomfortable.
5.0
Joe’s cabin was perfect for my stay in Parks! Joe has a beautiful property which is about a 30 minute drive to Flagstaff and an hour drive to the Grand Canyon. We enjoyed our walks around the property and our drives exploring the area. Joe has a great sense of humor and made us feel welcome during our stay! His cabin had all the amenities we needed to feel comfortable. We hope to have the opportunity to stay in this cabin again! Thank you Joe for being a helpful and fun host!
5.0
Great cabin close to the Grand Canyon
Joe’s cabin was perfect for my stay in Parks! Joe has a beautiful property which is about a 30 minute drive to Flagstaff and an hour drive to the Grand Canyon. We enjoyed our walks around the property and our drives exploring the area. Joe has a great sense of humor and made us feel welcome during our stay! His cabin had all the amenities we needed to feel comfortable. We hope to have the opportunity to stay in this cabin again! Thank you Joe for being a helpful and fun host!
5.0
Once again, another great vacation.
This was our forth time at the Ranch, 4th time! That in it self tells you everything you need to know.
Visiting Joe and Barb are like visiting family, the family you want to spend some time with.
Already looking to visit again this September, if they got a week open for us.
Best host experience you'll ever have. Fresh air, pines, trails, wildlife, horseback riding and so much more!
5.0
Perfect place to relax
The ranch was so peaceful and quiet! We loved our time there. Our son took the goats for a walk, fed the chickens and horses and loved playing with the dogs and cats when we weren't off having adventures. We spent one day visiting the south rim of the grand canyon and another day at Bearizona and a deer farm/petting zoo, both just down the road. Joe and Barb were so sweet and gave great recommendations on local places to eat and things to do. 100% recommend and would love to go back again!
5.0
We had yet another awesome experience staying at the Wrigley Ranch. Everything was perfect. Thank you for hosting us again. We look forward to next time!
We accidentally a couple things behind and our hosts were nice enough to send them to us.
5.0
We absolutely love this property surrounded by the pines and animals. I hope we get to go again soon.
4.0
Very enjoyable stay in beautiful location. Only downside is no cell signal or WiFi. And could have had some common questions about cabin written down but liked our stay.
5.0
Awesome!
We absolutely love this property surrounded by the pines and animals. I hope we get to go again soon.
5.0
Second time!
We had yet another awesome experience staying at the Wrigley Ranch. Everything was perfect. Thank you for hosting us again. We look forward to next time!
We accidentally a couple things behind and our hosts were nice enough to send them to us.
5.0
Last time we stayed it was snowing. This time was sunny & warm. Joe took us horse back trail riding. Views were speechless. His property is beautiful & peaceful.
10.0
Last time we stayed it was snowing. This time was sunny & warm. Joe took us horse back trail riding. Views were speechless. His property is beautiful & peaceful.
5.0
Beautiful property. Joe is very welcoming.
Last time we stayed it was snowing. This time was sunny & warm. Joe took us horse back trail riding. Views were speechless. His property is beautiful & peaceful.
8.0
Very enjoyable stay in beautiful location. Only downside is no cell signal or WiFi. And could have had some common questions about cabin written down but liked our stay.
4.0
Very nice location.
Very enjoyable stay in beautiful location. Only downside is no cell signal or WiFi. And could have had some common questions about cabin written down but liked our stay.
5.0
Great little place to stay, remote but we liked that. Comfortable. Joe and Barbara were great hosts. Couldn’t get internet but we knew that going in and it was a nice break! Loved the horses. Great place for a get away from everything.
5.0
Our stay on the Ranch
Great little place to stay, remote but we liked that. Comfortable. Joe and Barbara were great hosts. Couldn’t get internet but we knew that going in and it was a nice break! Loved the horses. Great place for a get away from everything.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay at Wrigley Ranch. The property itself is beautiful & very well maintained. The cabin we booked was cozy & very clean and organized. The on-site owner Joe & his lovely wife were very nice and available when needed. My son loved the animals on the ranch and very much enjoyed the fire pit and the large areas for walking, hiking & exploring! The property is surrounded by large trees so it is very forest-y which we absolutely loved!
Location is about 10-15 minutes from the Deer Farm & Bearizona among other things/paces so it was very reasonable in distance.
We will be back for sure!!
5.0
Excellent Stay
We really enjoyed our stay at Wrigley Ranch. The property itself is beautiful & very well maintained. The cabin we booked was cozy & very clean and organized. The on-site owner Joe & his lovely wife were very nice and available when needed. My son loved the animals on the ranch and very much enjoyed the fire pit and the large areas for walking, hiking & exploring! The property is surrounded by large trees so it is very forest-y which we absolutely loved!
Location is about 10-15 minutes from the Deer Farm & Bearizona among other things/paces so it was very reasonable in distance.
We will be back for sure!!
2.0
Pros and Cons
Beautiful property, exactly as described. There was no instructions to operate the only heat source, a pellet stove, so make sure you ask the owner before or read up on how to operate.
5.0
Absolutely WONDERFUL trip!!! This little cabin was EVERYTHING we wanted! Beautiful location, wonderful hosts!!! We were looking for a little getaway and this did not disappoint!! So clean! And ADORABLY DECORATED!! we felt right at home and we were so sad to have to lea
5.0
BEST SECLUDED GETAWAY EVER!!!!
Absolutely WONDERFUL trip!!! This little cabin was EVERYTHING we wanted! Beautiful location, wonderful hosts!!! We were looking for a little getaway and this did not disappoint!! So clean! And ADORABLY DECORATED!! we felt right at home and we were so sad to have to lea
5.0
Quaint and safe
Joe and Barbara were so great to us during our stay. We brought our dogs and they loved getting to meet the horses and goats. Joe gave us lessons on how to feed the horses the apples and carrots we brought, which was greatly appreciated. It was beautiful in the winter snow and I’m sure is a blast during the summer also. We would definitely book with them again.
5.0
Cozy Winter Stay
Very quaint and peaceful place to disconnect! We enjoyed the space and comforts of the cabin. The hosts were available, helpful, and super friendly.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Parks?
The average price for a rental in Parks is $200 per night. This rental is $64 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Grand Canyon Cottage@Historic Wrigley Ranch-Horseback Riding-Shooting-DogsOK!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Grand Canyon Cottage@Historic Wrigley Ranch-Horseback Riding-Shooting-DogsOK! pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Grand Canyon Cottage@Historic Wrigley Ranch-Horseback Riding-Shooting-DogsOK!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, fireplace, smoking allowed, and parking.
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