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Gila Valley Cottage - near EAC & Mt. Graham

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels
TV, books

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Thatcher, AZ
  • Eastern Arizona College
    4 min walk
  • Graham County Historical Society Museum
    5 min walk
  • Thatcher Splash Park
    3 min drive
  • Safford, AZ (SAD-Safford Regional)
    14 min drive

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About this property

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

Gila Valley Cottage - near EAC & Mt. Graham

Escape to Thatcher, Arizona and discover the charm of our cozy guest house tucked away on a spacious lot. This retreat offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, accommodating 4-6 guests comfortably. Conveniently located near local restaurants and activities, immerse yourself in friendly small-town atmosphere. Relax on the patio, enjoy the pleasant Arizona weather or fire up the grill for a barbecue. Whether you seek tranquility or adventure, our vacation rental is your perfect home base.

Inside, the cottage boasts a spacious great room for cooking, dining, and lounging. Watch TV or play board games in comfort. The bedrooms feature a queen bed and two twin beds with a desk workspace. Additional guests can use the queen-size air mattress or the living room couch. Central AC ensures your comfort.

Explore nearby attractions such as the Eastern Arizona College Fine Arts Center, Football Stadium, and Gym. Enjoy outdoor activities at Mount Graham, including hiking and apple picking at Angle Orchard. Red Knolls offers sightseeing, climbing, and caving adventures, while the Gila River provides opportunities for swimming and hot springs relaxation. Discovery Park and Mount Graham Golf Course are also just a short drive away.

Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed ~ sleeps 2
Bedroom 2: Twin over full Bunk Bed and Twin Bunk Bed ~ sleeps 5
Other: Air Mattress (Queen), 1 Couch ~ sleeps 1

Property Highlights
Amidst lush greenery with Eucalyptus trees, Pomegranate bushes, and Grape vines
Peaceful retreat in Thatcher, Arizona
Cozy guest house on spacious lot
Fully equipped kitchen
Outdoor adventures
Central AC
Stargazing

Location
Nearest Supermarket – Approximately a 5-minute drive to Bashas'
Walmart – Less than a 10-minute drive away
Distance to the Airport – About 2-hour drive to Tucson International Airport

Nearby Attractions
Stargazer 5 - Allen Theatres – around a 5-minute drive
Eastern Arizona College – less than a 5-min drive
Mount Graham Golf Course – less than 10-min drive
Red Knolls – less than a 20-min drive
Angle Orchard – about a 30-minute drive
Mount Graham – approximately 1.5-hour drive

-----Things to Note-----
1. Must be 25 to book.
2. Owner requires an additional screening form due after booking.
3. The home is in a rural neighborhood that has chickens and roosters.
4. Please ensure doors and windows without screens are closed to prevent wildlife and bugs from entering. Keep food sealed and surfaces clean to deter pests. Regular pest control treatments are in place to maintain a pest-free environment.
5.14-day rentals or longer require an additional cleaning fee (Please inquire), and a $1,000 refundable security deposit is required on rentals for 21 days or more. This deposit is required and is fully refundable within (7) days of departure, provided the house rules listed are met. (With approval from the owner)
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Eastern Arizona College. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Eastern Arizona College and 5 minutes by foot from Graham County Historical Society Museum
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Rental Advisor

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1150 sq ft (107 sq m)

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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 1000 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Gila Valley Cottage - near EAC & Mt. Graham Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Dahlia G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Substandard
First night of arrival. I could barely get my vehicle through the almost blocked driveway. Notified the contact for the rental. Told they would mention to the occupants. Once inside I discovered it was not thoroughly cleaned from the previous renters. Fridge was dirty on the inside, stuff underneath the bed, the mat in the bathtub/bath towels smelled of mildew to toothpaste splatter marks on the faucet. If you are wanting to sleep in. You can forget about it. Unless you brought ear plugs! The roosters will provide a 4:45 a.m wake up call. Upon my arrival the 2nd night the driveway was completely blocked. Since I (female) travel throughout the U.S. I have a portable security cam. Which captured someone snooping around in the house during the day while I was away. No forewarning, nor anywhere within the list of check in details states such an act would occur. Highly disappointed to where I decided to checkout a day earlier than scheduled.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thatcher
Property was nice. Ample amount of sleeping areas. Didn’t need to communicate with host at all. House is located behind another house (guest house) not mentioned in listing.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Daylon

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family work trip
The property worked super well for our group as we were in the area for work. There was a plumbing problem that arose and the property managers handled it promptly and efficiently. Super appreciated! We'll rent here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness
THANK YOU
VERY NICE
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Oscar V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home
The home was nice. We had no interaction with the owner or operator, but that's not a bad thing. Everything I'm the town was really close. That was nice. I'd stay there again😁
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L., Tucson, Az

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious and comfy
Worked out perfectly for a family get together rather than a hotel. Spacious home with board games and many kitchen conveniences. Appreciated that very much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

glenda r.

Liked: Cleanliness
family reunion
comfortable and homey place in great location for the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
The property worked perfectly for my family and I. Had a better supply of cooking items than other rentals I've used. Could of used a larger coffeemaker, and a blender, but was not at all a deal breaker. The chicken breeder was a little more than just a farmer with a rooster, but again isn't that country living?🤣
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sergio L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy the house nice to have a kitchen
Really nice nothing like a hotel room I recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Russell E.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was as advertised
Good place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Reggie S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unwanted 2:30 AM wake up call
There were so many flys in the unit when first entering. The back door and all the windows were unlocked. The a/c stopped working half way through the stay. The master bed is obnoxiously squeaky. It was 2:30 AM of our first night we found out that the neighbors (that the master window faces) have multiple roosters.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent location so long as cleanliness isn't important
I was thoroughly disappointed with the cleanliness of this house. The pictures in the listing were obviously filtered and staged because I didn't recognize what I paid for verses what I ended up with.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Nate D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Overall good experience with clean interior. Only issues is that the laundry detergent was empty and there were no spatulas for cooking.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Valarie P.

Wedding
The property had everything needed to make for a comfortable and convenient stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Deborah V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for birding
Our group toured the Gila Valley looking for birds. The location was great and the property was clean and spacious. Close to Gila Box NCRA, Roper Lake State Park, and the Thacher sewer ponds (great number of ducks and raptors).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable House
Comfortable accommodations . Comfortable beds. Quiet neighborhood. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Amanda F.

Cannot beat the price for the stay
Property was clean, with the exception of fruit rotting in fridge, and minor ant issue. Did have issues with driveway being blocked almost every night and morning (rental located behind another house). Property manager info was not up to date.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Across street from EAC, convenient location.
Will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was great!
This was our first time renting a house. It was great! The place was quiet and the caretaker was amazing when we asked questions. I would rent this property again!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

George K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gila Cottage
Kathryn was the perfect host and great accommodations.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
Great host and perfect location for our needs. We were six adults and had plenty of space and hot water for showers. The host is very communicative. There is a rooster behind the property that crows every morning, but that did not bother us as we needed to be out the door before dawn each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relocation to Thatcher
This was a great property to use in our transition to Thatcher. Katheryn was a great host.