1. What makes Sheridan House Inn the perfect place to stay near the Grand Canyon?
Sheridan House Inn is a luxury adults-only bed and breakfast in Williams, Arizona—just one hour from the South Rim. Tucked into a quiet pine forest yet close to Historic Route 66, it’s the ideal base for Grand Canyon day trips, the Grand Canyon Railway, hikes, lakes and other northern Arizona adventures. Guests love the romantic setting, personalized service, and peaceful, upscale atmosphere—perfect for couples looking to relax, reconnect, and explore in style.

2. Is Sheridan House Inn for adults only?
Yes. Our inn is exclusively for guests age 16 and older, with a two-person limit per room. The peaceful setting and luxury amenities make it ideal for romantic escapes, honeymoons, and quiet getaways.

3. Can the inn accommodate romantic getaways and special celebrations?
Absolutely. Sheridan House Inn is designed with romance in mind. We offer celebration add-ons, private dining, and cozy suites—perfect for anniversaries, proposals, honeymoons, and surprise getaways.

4. What types of rooms are available and what amenities do they have?
We offer eight distinctive rooms and suites featuring king beds (except for our Cottonwood Room which has 2 double beds), upscale linens, smart streaming TVs, private baths (many with walk-in showers), a refrigerator, robes, slippers and amenities like fireplaces, spa tubs, and patios. Each space is tailored for comfort and privacy. 4 rooms have private outdoor patios for relaxing and private outdoor dining, if desired.

5. Are pets allowed at Sheridan House Inn?
Yes, but only in our Oakwood Room, which has a private entrance and pet-friendly setup. We welcome up to two dogs (70 lbs or less) with advance notice and a signed pet agreement. The rest of the inn remains pet-free for allergy-conscious guests.

6. What kind of breakfast is served at Sheridan House Inn?
Our breakfast is not your average continental offering—it’s a gourmet, cooked-to-order experience served daily in our dining room or on the outdoor deck among the pines. Highlights of our breakfast include:

  • Daily rotating menu with many options: Each morning a 2-course breakfast plus beverage course with the famous Sheridan Puff, awaits guests. There are always 4 entrees – a sweet, savory, Southwestern and light offering – all changing daily and seasonally. Guests can also choose to opt for a customizable egg breakfast.
  • To-go breakfast options: Need to catch a Grand Canyon sunrise? No problem—we offer beautifully packaged breakfasts to-go, available with advance notice.
  • Locally roasted coffee: We serve a selection of small-batch, locally roasted coffee, brewed with care and served via French press right at your table.
  • Smoothies, fresh juice & fruit: Every morning includes healthy starters like smoothies, fresh juice, yogurt, or seasonal fruit.
  • Dietary accommodations: Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary needs are always welcomed—with advance notice so we can prepare something truly satisfying.
    Guests often say breakfast here is a highlight of their stay—and many return just to experience it again.

7. Do you offer dinner or special holiday meals?
Yes! We serve gourmet dinners four nights per week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday), featuring seasonal, chef-prepared menus. In warm weather months, dinner on the patio is an intimate dining experience by the firepit as the sun sets. The dining room is a warm and inviting experience as well, with seasonal décor throughout. A nightly Gourmet Dinner Art-Cuterie Board (from shrimp to dessert) is also available to all guests. We also host intimate holiday meals for all the major holidays, all-inclusive and candlelit.

8. What is your hospitality style?
We specialize in intuitive, thoughtful hospitality—present when you need us, unobtrusive when you don’t. From personalized greetings to homemade cookies and curated experiences, our goal is to make every guest feel like they’re staying at their home-away-from-home.

9. Are there accessibility accommodations?
Yes. Some rooms, such as Fernwood and Sycamore, are on the ground floor with walk-in showers and minimal steps. We’re happy to reserve nearby parking and assist with accessibility needs—please contact us in advance.

10. What is your cancellation and payment policy?
A one-night deposit is required to secure your stay. Cancellations made more than 7 days in advance receive a refund minus a $25 fee. Within 7 days, cancellations are charged in full unless the room is rebooked. Trip insurance is strongly recommended.

11. How do I get the best rates and booking perks?
Always book direct through our website or by phone to receive the best available rates, priority upgrades, and a complimentary bottle of wine or sparkling cider for 2+ night stays. Third-party booking sites do not offer these benefits.

12. What attractions are nearby Sheridan House Inn?
We’re located in the heart of northern Arizona, near the Grand Canyon, Bearizona Wildlife Park, the Grand Canyon Railway, Sedona, Route 66, Kaibab National Forest, and more. We’re happy to help with trip planning and local recommendations!

13. Bed and Breakfasts seem so old fashioned. Why should I stay in one?
Bed and breakfasts are often perceived as like staying in “grandma’s house” – too intrusive, shared bathrooms, large family-style meals, and doilies and lace décor – but that is not the vibe of the Sheridan House. Many guests choose this as their first bed and breakfast and find they love it, and seasoned “B&Bers” report that this is the best experience they’ve ever had at one. There are no shared baths, meals are served at individual tables, and not a doily is in sight. The owners do live on the premises, making them available should guests need something, but guests are given privacy. The facility is more a boutique hotel with private concierge and personal chef services than the supposed bed and breakfast environment.

14. Is it too hot in the summer to be enjoyable?
No, this area is a true oasis in the desert state, as we are at 7,000 feet elevation in a pine forest, so our summer temperatures rarely exceed 85 degrees, even on the hottest days, and the evenings cool down considerably. The rooms all have individually controlled air conditioning and heat units for guest comfort. All 4 seasons of weather, including snow, can be found at the Sheridan House.

15. I’m overwhelmed trying to plan what to do in the area. Can you help?
Absolutely. When you book a stay with us, we send you a document we’ve put together of day trips you can take. Included are links to carefully curated tour companies that we recommend if you desire seeing some places on a tour (as even that is quite overwhelming) – these are tours we’ve personally taken and know their quality. And, we will personally work with you on itineraries each day, matching your interests and stamina with the weather and locale; for instance, hiking into the Grand Canyon can be dangerous at any age, depending on the weather. One of the great benefits of staying in a bed and breakfast is having local innkeepers who have a vested interest in making sure that your time away from the inn is just as memorable as your time on the property is. We are happy to help you plan.

16. What are your rates?
Each of our rooms has different rates, based on the room configuration and extra amenities like patios, hot tubs and more. Weekends are more expensive than during the week, and summer/fall rates are higher than winter. In addition, like most lodging properties, our rates will vary daily depending on occupancy.

17. What is this new surcharge fee at Grand Canyon National Park and other national parks for non-residents of the USA?

Yes, beginning January 1, 2026, the National Park Service made fee changes, adding non-resident fees to some of the parks, as many countries do.

  • At the 11 most popular national parks (including Grand Canyon) non-U.S. residents will pay a $100 surcharge per person per day, in addition to park entrance fees, unless they hold the new non-resident annual pass ($250 USD – valid for 12 months from date of purchase). This pass covers the passholder and their vehicle occupants. This pass is for all national parks, monuments, forests and other lands, not just the 11 parks with the surcharges. For two people going to at least two parks, it will be less expensive to purchase the annual non-resident pass. 
  • The 11 National Parks with the $100 per person surcharge are: Grand Canyon (Arizona), Zion & Bryce Canyon (Utah), Rocky Mountain (Colorado), Grand Teton (Wyoming), Yellowstone (Wyoming & Montana), Glacier (Montana), Yosemite & Sequoia & Kings Canyon (California), Acadia (Maine) & Everglades (Florida). 
  • The daily surcharge can be paid at the entrance station (no cash accepted), with the standard entrance fee. The Grand Canyon National Park does not need reservations or timed entry like many of the other parks.

HOW TO PURCHASE THE NON-RESIDENT ANNUAL PASS

🖥️ Online (Most common for international guests)

  • You can buy the digital America the Beautiful Annual Pass (the new $250 non-resident version) online at https://www.recreation.gov/. There is a drop down menu and click passes. You will have to create an account. Purchase the non-resident annual pass (note, you will not need to provide ID but your name must match the ID you will use at the entrance station). gov sells digital annual passes, which you can use immediately on a mobile device.
  • Once purchased, the pass is linked to your Recreation.gov account and can be presented on your phone at park entrance stations. Make sure to take a screenshot or save it in your phone’s wallet in case of poor cell service at the entrance

📮 Order a physical pass to your home address

  • Order online from the USGS Online Store (store.usgs.gov) to receive the pass by mail (there’s usually a small shipping fee).
  • The physical pass is shipped before arrival so they have something to present at parks if they prefer a card.

This is handy if you won’t have reliable mobile coverage or just prefer a card, but it can be lost

📍 Buy in person

  • Purchase your non-resident annual pass at most national parks and federal recreation sites that issue passes (entrance stations or visitor centers). Do this at the first park you are visiting.

YOU NEED TO KNOW – ID REQUIREMENTS

✅ Do not try to use your order receipt or purchase email as the pass — it won’t work.

✅ Make sure to save your digital pass to a phone wallet or take a screen shot so you don’t have to log in
✅ Bring your passport (or a government photo ID) every time you will use the pass. The ID name must exactly match the name on the annual pass.
✅The pass then covers all single vehicle occupants.

TAKING A TOUR OR THE GRAND CANYON RAILWAY TRAIN TO THE GRAND CANYON

Many of our guests enter the Grand Canyon through a small commercial tour, many of them picking you up here at the Sheridan House. The surcharge will be an additional charge at the gate, but the non-resident annual pass will waive that for your party.

Many guests take the historic Grand Canyon Railway train to the Grand Canyon. As of the date of this document, the train passengers were not required to pay the surcharge or have the non-resident pass. That could certainly change in the future and we will update if we find there is a change. https://www.thetrain.com/.