FREE Wi-Fi/Internet throughout this spacious, 1,100sq ft, 1bd Loft/Suite on the historic Wrigley Ranch, only 60 minutes from the Grand Canyon South Rim. Whole home privacy, private entry, full kitchen, hand-carved Queen Size heated bed, HDTV w/DirecTV, wood burning stove, on-site horseback riding, and starry night skies.
If you're going to The Grand Canyon, the official Route 66 town of Williams, AZ is known as "The Gateway to the Grand Canyon." Visit Bearizona, Grand Canyon Railway, Deer Farm, Sunset Crater Volcano, Arizona Snowbowl, Meteor Crater, Walnut Canyon, the Red Rock Country of Sedona and its Oak Creek Canyon, Out of Africa, Camp Verde Railroad, Havasupai Falls, Grand Canyon Caverns, Antelope Canyon or Horseshoe Bend. We sit at the virtual center of all these wonderful destinations.
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The Loft sits in the center of the Kaibab National Forest with its 40-80' Ponderosa Pines offering direct walking and hiking access to the Spring Valley and its big pond at the foothills of the Sitgreaves Mountain Range.
At The Loft, you will not be in a suburban or semi-rural neighborhood. You’ll be staying far from local cities. The Loft is a separate, secured living area above 3 empty bedrooms (future 4bd rental) with a full kitchen, hand-carved hardwood aspen bed with bed warmers, deck off the Master Bdrm, new wood stove with free firewood, The expansive suite has a private balcony, breakfast bar & dining nook and includes all kitchen ware and utensils, salt, pepper & some spices stocked for your convenience.
This property was initially developed in 1990 by the Wrigley Family (Wrigley Field-Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Chewing Gum). Known by legacy as “The Wrigley Ranch.”
The Loft is the perfect place for a weekend getaway in the forest. Whether you’re looking to beat the heat of The Valley, Havasu, 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 Loft. Open, crack or close windows to adjust your room temp.
Free amenities include split firewood for your wood stove & one free 12 pack of split firewood per stay for the outdoor fire pit. BBQ tools included. Add'l fire pit firewood at only $10 per 12 add'l pieces.
Walk freely on our 10 acre property plus its 15 acre add’l fenced forest land or head out on walking/ski trails to the Spring Valley where elk, antelope and deer get their water. Or take a hike on Sitgreaves Mtn or Spring Valley Knoll. Tarry on out to our pond and enjoy sitting on our glider/bench while the geese and 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!
Horseback riding, including snow rides, are incredibly popular, too, at add'l cost. Let us know if you want to ride so we can “pencil” you in! Availability subject to weather and ground conditions review day of ride by hosts.
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. No felines (cats) unless we approve in writing in advance. No Pit Bulls or Rottweilers, however. Over 1,000 canine guests so far.
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, Deer Farm, Canyon Coaster, and Elephant Rocks golf course are about 15 miles West. Sedona and its Red Rock majesty about an hour SE. Meteor Crater and Painted Desert about 45 mins E. Sunset Crater Volcano, Lockett Meadow, Walnut Canyon, Ft Tuthill Adventure Park and SnowBowl Ski Resort and its Summer Fun activities nearby in Flagstaff.
Immunized, wormed, well and sound horses welcome. Separate 1+ acre pasture available for guest equines. Trailer parking included FREE. Water included FREE. Barn available for tack storage if needed. $25.00 per horse per night.
This is a NO SMOKING SUITE indoors. OUTDOOR SMOKING AREA: Concrete areas and around the outdoor fire pit. NO BUTTS IN FIRE PIT nor to the ground ever. Dispose of smoked 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.
PROPANE/GAS BBQ is available to you for your exclusive use right next to your WOOD BURNING Fire Pit. FIRE PIT ready for you, unless bans are put in place by authorities. Bring your firewood or buy here ($10 per 12 pcs).
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.
Hosted, narrated 4WD Tours are also available at extra cost that get you up close and personal with remote terrain in our greater area. Up to 4 guests per ride. Billed hourly with 15 min incremental billing for add'l time.
Ask us about local attractions and other points of interest like Lava River Cave, Out of Africa, Havasupi’s turquoise falls, The Edge of the World, local lakes and more!