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Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded!

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Exterior
The Big D Ranch regal entrance.Stunning farmhouse surrounded by 10 wooded acres.
No shortage of seating on the beautiful wrap around porch. Such peace.
With binoculars, you can see the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10174.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Williams, AZ
  • Bearizona
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Fireplace Room

2 Single Beds

Inflatable Bed

1 Queen Bed

Landing

1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Nap Shack (4th bedroom)

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Wild West Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded!

**** Welcome to Big D Ranch – Where Family Memories Are Made ***
More than just a place to stay – it's your destination for unforgettable adventures.

**** FAMILY-FRIENDLY STAY

** Children 5 & under don’t count toward the guest limit of 10. When booking, please list kids 5 & under as "infants"

** Full-size crib, toddler bed, Pack ‘n Play, and air mattress provided

**** MEET THE ANIMALS
Get up close (but safely outside the fence!) with our friendly farm animals – pigs, horses, goats, donkeys, chickens, and turkeys. A true farm experience your kids won’t forget!

**** PERFECT LOCATION

** 10 mins to Bearizona & Polar Express

** 40 mins to the Grand Canyon South Rim

** 5 mins to Kaibab Lake for fishing, hiking & picnics

** Direct access via Hwy 64

** Borders Kaibab National Forest

ABOUT THE PROPERTY
This beautiful two-story farmhouse sits high on a hill with incredible mountain views across 10 wooded acres. Enjoy your morning coffee on the grand wrap-around porch – and don’t be surprised if you spot elk or deer wandering nearby!

**** SLEEPS UP TO 10 COMFORTABLY
Including:

** Multiple bed options

** Queen air mattress

** Full-size crib

** Toddler bed

** Pack ‘n Play

**** OUTDOOR FUN FOR EVERYONE

~ 2 shaded hammocks

~ Horseshoe pit, corn hole, tetherball

~ Kids’ swing set & picnic table

~ Hiking/exploring trails on fully fenced property

** Flagstone patio with dining area, comfy seating, fireplace & BBQ grill
- - Note: This is the only designated smoking area due to forest fire safety.

**** INSIDE AMENITIES:

** Fireplace (with firewood stacked and ready!)
** Flatscreen TV, books & board games
** Claw-foot tub + Jacuzzi tub
** Front-load washer/dryer
** Well-stocked kitchen with everything from waffle maker & popcorn popper to Keurig, French Press & even a Twinkie maker!
** Baby/kid essentials: plastic dinnerware, bottles, bibs, high chair & more

**** FOR THE LITTLE ONES – "KIDS KORRAL"
** Full-size crib, toddler bed, swing, vibrating seat, baby bath
** Baby monitor, child gate, backpack for hiking, stroller
** Toy room with tons of games & toys for all ages

**** EXTRA PERKS
- Daily housekeeping services available for stays longer than 5 days
- Ask about special weekly rates
- Fishing poles & binoculars provided for lake adventures

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RENTAL NOTES: Minimum renter age: 25

Questions? We're just a message away – happy to help you plan the perfect stay!

Local attractions and approximate drive times listed below:
• Grand Canyon – 40 minutes
• Bearizona - 10 minutes. Visitors will drive through more than three
miles of Ponderosa Pine Forest viewing North American animals in
natural habitats when they visit. More animals are exhibited in Fort
Bearizona, a beautiful 20 acre walk-thru area, along winding paths which
is more of a "zoo" type setting.
• Catch the Grand Canyon Railway/Polar Express – 10 minutes
• Dozens of great restaurants and shops – 10 minutes to downtown Williams
• Flagstaff – 30 minutes
• Arizona Snowbowl - 45 Minutes (scenic sky rides and access to high mountain trails)
• Bearizona - 10 Minutes
• Kaibab Lake – 5 minutes
• Walnut Canyon National Monument - 45 Minutes
• Oak Creek Canyon – 1 Hour
• Grand Canyon Caverns - 45 minutes
• Wupatki National Monument - 45 Minutes
• Sedona – 45 minutes
• Meteor Crater - 1 Hour
• Sunset Crater National Monument - 1 Hour
• Monument Valley - 3 Hours
• Lake Powell – 2.5 hours
• Red Mountain – 45 minutes

*****WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY*****
AZ TPT License#: 21487787
Coconino County License# STR-24-0543

Property manager

Jeff Dewey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Absolutely. There are many amenities for the kids
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Events

No events allowed
May be some exceptions. Ask the Owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
SMOKING ON FLAGSTONE PATIO ONLY. NO EXCEPTIONS.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING INDOORS. DUE TO FOREST FIRE DANGERS, SMOKING ALLOWED ON THE FLAGSTONE PATIO ONLY. PLEASE USE THE RECEPTACLE NO EXCEPTIONS.
NO PETS
Children 5 yrs. and under are not counted in the total travelers.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: May be some exceptions. Ask the Owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williams

Located in Williams, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Kaibab National Forest Headquarters and Buckskinner Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Canyon Coaster Adventure Park and Grand Canyon Deer Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Williams, AZ

What's nearby

  • Bearizona - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Canyon Coaster Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Kaibab National Forest Headquarters - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Grand Canyon Deer Farm - 16 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Elephant Rocks Golf Course - 18 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Williams Depot - 12 min drive
  • Flagstaff, AZ (FLG-Flagstaff Pulliam Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Canyon Kick Ass Koffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Hog Bar B Que - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mental Ward - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Memories Made Here...Amazing Views, Comfy Beds, Cozy Decor, Secluded! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Canyon Coaster Adventure Park, Buckskinner Park and Kaibab National Forest Headquarters. Duck Lake and Dry Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming farm house
My extended family stayed at this absolutely charming farmhouse. The kids loved exploring the property and hanging out in the nap shack. The farmhouse was beautifully decorated, had everything you could hope for and more (crock pot, griddle, popcorn maker, coffee choices, jetted tub, fire pit, hammocks, and so much more. I made a mistake in the beginning and lost my reservation; the host was quick to respond when I reached out and was creative in finding a solution so that we could still stay last minute. We were so grateful and appreciated his grace. We loved our stay, and this beautiful property will be our go to from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanju M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
My friends and I had a wonderful stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Loved the house. Great communication with owner. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HOMEY LIKE VIBES
BIG "D" Ranch gives a homey vibe. Staying here felt like being home away from home. The house has everything needed. Very spacious privatr beautiful sightings everywhere you turn. The kitchen is completely stocked with everything needed. The property was clean. My family was absolutely fascinated by the experience we look forward to our next trip back to the Big"D" RANCH.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Home Base for Exploring
My family and I loved our stay at the ranch. It was cozy and comfortable and had everything we needed to easily enjoy our time near the Grand Canyon. Plenty of space to unwind and watch a show or play a game after a day of hiking. We had everything we needed (appliance/dish/etc) to make several meals together and enjoy them around the big table as a family. Seeing the donkeys, goats, and chickens was a treat, as was hanging out with the kids in the cute nap shack. We loved the outdoor patio with fireplace, too, which we used on a couple of cooler nights. It was such a treat to see all the stars-- and even shooting stars! The owner Jeff kindly let us know about the meteor shower (thanks again Jeff!). Jeff was very quick to respond to our questions and we got to meet him briefly. He's such a friendly, kind guy, and he gave us some great suggestions about the area. Williams is a good location to get to the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Flagstaff. Not too far from any of those but you get to see lots of pretty views on the drives to each place and appreciate the changing landscape. Such a gorgeous part of the world! I would definitely stay at this peaceful spot again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas Vacation
Great Christmas stay and close to all the stuff in Williams
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

cindy s s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property
Great house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax!
We had a wonderful time at big D ranch! Views are great, location is great, and there’s plenty to do at the property! Seeing the animals up close and collecting eggs with the caretaker was the kids highlight of the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was too easy!!
The place was cozy and felt like home. Jeff the host couldn't have been nicer. It was too easy, checking, check out! Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Canyon Stay
The property is well maintained and includes nearly every conceivable amenity imaginable. We found the portrayal of the property is accurate and well represented. Jeff was simply magnificent as he was available for any question and replied to our texts usually within the hour but never intruded upon our privacy in any way. He is the most conscientious and courteous host we've ever had. The property itself is convenient to the Canyon, Sedona and environs as well as Flagstaff. It should be understood that nothing in this area of the country is "nearby" - travel times come with the territory. Overall, I would rate this as an absolute 10. I should mention that there are horses, donkeys and chickens on the property that are maintained by people who live next door but had Jeff not mentioned they live there we'd have never known it. They are very considerate.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big D ranch gets Big A+
Awesome house, farm animals view, access to Grand Canton.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Canyon Family Getaway
Jeff gave very detailed instructions and was always pretty quick to reply if we needed anything. The welcome kiosk in the house was pretty cool, I’d never seen anything like that before. It’s close to Route 66 and Bearzona. It’s about a 50 minute drive to the Grand Canyon. The house was exactly as pictured. We had six adults and one 2 year old. The kids corral was amazing and very handy that there was a stroller and a backpack carrier. We all loved the animals too. We tried to pet the horses but the owners of the animals didn’t see too keen to let us do so. The donkeys were easy to pet on your own though. Only real complaints are about the water pressure. The bathroom in the hallway upstairs had barely any water pressure at all so we all used the one in the master. There were also multiple stink bugs in two out of the three rooms we had to kill. It was also kind of annoying you have to have someone get out of the car to undo the gate every time you want to come and go, an electric gate would’ve been awesome. Other than that it has everything you need! All the outdoor activities including tether ball, swingset, horseshoe, etc were super fun. We enjoyed making s’mores by the fire pit too.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane & Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short summer stay
Amazing house. Lovely country charm. Comfortable, clean and well equiped. Would easily recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We really enjoyed our stay here! The property is beauitful. The kids loved playing outside on the swings and with the tetherball. We enjoyed exploring williams with everything we wanted to do within 15 minutes! Communication with Jeff was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we were looking for!
Everything was exactly as described in the listing. Jeff was super easy to communicate with. The entire family enjoyed life on the ranch for a couple days. The donkeys were entertaining, the views were relaxing and the wrap around porch was perfect to sit out on in the morning and evening. The little ones loved the toy room off of the porch. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Williams AZ!
The Big D Ranch is a great place to spend a week or weekend in the Williams, AZ area. Our family had a great time fishing and hiking in the area and enjoying the property amenities such as horseshoes, corn hole, tetherball, etc. Our group of 10 plus a toddler slept well and took advantage of the gas grill for cooking the trout we caught at nearby Kaibab Lake and the firepit for smores and hot dog cooking. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for Grand Canton/Flagstaff visit
Great, well stocked house with lots of animals on site. Nice setup if traveling with kids!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t miss this fabulous house!
We had a wonderful stay at the ranch. The home was comfortable and was in a great, central location to everything we wanted to see. Communication was great. I loved the website sent by the owner I could put in my phone like an app. And the interactive board in the kitchen was really useful. This was one of the best VBRO places we have stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay!
The Big D Ranch was a beautiful place to stay. It has amazing views out of every window or all around the outside of the house. The grandkids loved their stay as well as the adults. Everyone hated to leave this beautiful ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G., Chandler, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
We enjoyed our stay and Jeff was a helpful host. The pictures don't really show how nice the house is. It was just what we were looking for in our stay in Williams/Grand Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacay
We had a variety of age ranges for our trip from 9-70. Everyone had a great time. The house was lovely. The rooms were comfortable. My kids loved playing tetherball outside. 15 minutes to Williams, which was a great little town that we spent several hours exploring. The owner was easily reached. He text me a few times giving me information about the area and to give us a heads up alot the meteor shower that was occurring while we were there and offered to let us go in to see the animals when the caregivers were there. Overall there is nothing negative to say about the stay. It was an amazing part of our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation
Nice and secluded but close to town. Loved talking to the animals on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever
Great house, outstanding views, super owner…and friendly donkeys. 4 toddlers (2,3,4,5) played themselves silly on decks, kid playroom, cornhole, and patio. Owner has gone way out of his way to help us with family issue that came up. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaac B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kids think it's better than the Grand Canyon!
The ranch was amazing! It had everything we needed and then some. We even got to make homemade ice cream with the ice cream maker! The friendliness of the owner made us feel very welcome right from the start. Our children even asked to leave the Grand Canyon early so they could spend more time at the Ranch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christinea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation!
The property and the views were amazing!! Everything we needed was available!! The location to town and to the canyon was perfect! To top it off Jeff and Carrie were the perfect hosts and even made us breakfast the weekend we got there!! I would highly recommend staying at the Big D Ranch for the perfect experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Dewey

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Originally from Chicago & San Diego, Carrie and I both settled in the Phoenix area. Between the 2 of us we have 2 grown children, Hunter and Billie and nothing is more important to us than getting together and spending time with them. We regularly enjoy family gatherings at the Ranch whether it be for the entire week or just a weekend. Our reviews will confirm that family memories are indeed made here at The Big D Ranch. See you soon.

Why they chose this property

Being from the city, we wanted to find the perfect place in the mountains to get away from the hustle and bustle. We wanted to breath the fresh air, feel the cool breeze, nap under the trees in the hammock, sleep with the windows open, hear the roosters and the donkeys in the morning and the train at night. We wanted to be centrally located to attractions and enjoy the quaintness of the small town of Williams. We found what we were looking for and so much more. It's amazing and we would love to share it with you and your family. We look forward to hosting you.

What makes this property unique

The Ranch is located squarely between Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon and only minutes from historic downtown Williams. During the summers you can hike, bike, take day trips to the Grand Canyon, visit Bearizona, a wild animal drive-through park or just stroll along the shops of downtown Williams. Maybe you just stay "home" for the day and pet the animals, play corn hole, tetherball, horseshoes, swing on the swing or nap in the hammock. The Big D Ranch offers something for everybody. You are sure to head back home with many great memories and a desire to return.

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