River Front guest house with Ramp, Beach, Volleyball, and Gazebo on the Water

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Big River, CA
  • Colorado River Indian Museum
    7 min drive
  • Parker Dam
    8 min drive
  • Parker Indian Health Center
    9 min drive
  • Lake Havasu City, AZ (HII-Lake Havasu City Municipal)
    61 min drive

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About the area

Big River

When you a stay at this guesthouse in Earp, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Big River and Colorado River. .This ski guesthouse is 20 mi (32.2 km) from Lake Havasu and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Colorado River Indian Museum.

What's nearby

  • Colorado River Indian Museum - 7 min drive
  • Parker Dam - 8 min drive
  • Parker Indian Health Center - 9 min drive
  • Blue Water Marina Park - 11 min drive
  • BlueWater Casino - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Lake Havasu City, AZ (HII-Lake Havasu City Municipal) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ruperto's Mexican Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jumpstart'R - ‬7 min drive

About this property

River Front guest house with Ramp, Beach, Volleyball, and Gazebo on the Water

THE PROPERTY

Perfect accommodations for family and special events or romantic getaway. Property includes use of Gazebo with TV on the water, Daybed, Fans, BBQ on our private beach for every kind of water sport. Yard includes full size Volleyball court, Cornhole, Bocce ball and Basketball.

Regardless of which cozy bedroom you find yourself in, you're bound to sleep well each night! The first bedroom boasts a queen bed, the second bedroom also has a queen bed and 50" TV. The Living Room has couch for 1 to sleep, a futon plus plenty of room on the floor for a blow up mattress.

Claim your spot on the living room sofa for a movie night on the flat-screen TV. Rest assured knowing you can stay connected while away through the wireless internet access.

You won't have to step foot off the property when you start to get hungry. Expand your cooking skills in the well-equipped kitchen, featuring all the major appliances necessary to create a delicious home-cooked meal. Savor your culinary creation and the adjacent dining Island while admiring river views.

There's nothing quite like sipping cool drinks on a sunny patio as you look out to river views. Sit back on the patio furniture drink in hand or fire up the grill for a riverside barbeque!

After a day boating, swimming, skiing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, fishing or floating down the river, refresh in one of the 2 full bathrooms shower/tub combo. Or an outside shower.

THE LOCATION

Sunbathe on the grassy beach or in our large gazebo on the water and launch your boat/toys directly on site. Since our beach it has retaining walls on both sides to slow the current it is superior to play, swim, anchor your boat and enjoy cooling off in the river when it is exceedingly hot. Guests tend to gather in the water, cool off, swim, play and enjoy children or adult beverages. Anchor your boat and toys directly in front of the home easily. (NOTE: In summer months most afternoons water levels fluctuate up to 3 inches into the Gazebo. These waters levels change hourly as well as daily. The gazebo is still fully usable at high water each afternoon. With the weather in the 100+ range we enjoy the drinking, BBQ and relaxing in the gazebo with our feet covered in water)

Big River borders Parker however we are separated from the strip by a dam (HeadgGate dam). The traffic is about 10% of the Parker Strip, smooth skiing and boarding is almost always available. IMPORTANT NOTE: Water fluctuates Weekly, Daily and Hourly and we recommended jet drives & outboards. (Occasionally some days water is not high enough to use most water craft) We personally have used V-drives and IO's Under 22FT with no issues but we don't recommend those type drives. THURSDAY is low water day. Most THURSDAYS the water does not come up high enough to launch water craft. We strive to keep this family guest house immaculate and well maintained unlike so many river rentals.

From water sports to gambling and eating at fun restaurants, this home is ideally located near everything you could want to do.
The area is also great for off-roading, motorcycles, Razor and ATVs!

You can try your luck the BlueWater Resort & Casino, featuring slot machines, table games, poker, bingo and more just 5 miles away! Play a round of golf at the nearby Jewel of the desert Emerald Canyon Golf Course | La Paz County, AZ 10 miles away, shop in Parker AZ only 3 miles for all amenities or just enjoy fabulous River sunsets.

If you get tired of making your own meals, head down the road to Dumas Walker's Restaurant & Bar to grab a drink, Karaoke, Live Music and try some of the local cuisine 2 miles away.
Looking for an exciting day trip? Lake Havasu City is less than an hour away, where you can tour the London Bridge, boat, dine, golf and more!

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, Cornhole, full grass volleyball court, board games, grill, (3)flat-screen TV's Plus additional one outside in the gazebo on the water, in gazebo too. Air conditioning, central heating, parking, washer & dryer in garage ( For 1 Month+ renatls only) and much more!

As we are the original owner/builder of this property and lifelong River Rats on this stretch of river, we used both experiences to build a Super River Home and vacation experience. The home is well known to most in Big River and is referred to as the Miami Vice house. We live in the Main house year round but you will have full acess to beach and gazebo.

NOTICE: In summer months most afternoons water levels reach up to 3 inches into the Gazebo. These waters levels change hourly as well as daily. The gazebo is still fully usable at high water each afternoon. With the weather in the 100+ range we enjoy the drinking, BBQ and relaxing in the gazebo with our feet covered in water.

Regarding the dock/anchor we have left our own 21 FT JET Boat in the water for months at a time on a anchor in front of gazebo with few issues. The dock is not a floating dock but has worked for us for over 20 years. We do not control the flow of the dam and depending on the day, month and year the water fluctuates 2 to 7 feet a day.


Policies:

- No smoking Inside

- NO GLASS at Water area, gazebo or beach

- No Pets (Some exceptions with additional fees)

- No events, parties or large gatherings (Some exceptions with additional fees)

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

- All Special request considered

- Owners live in main house

Come enjoy our PARADISE,

Kirk & Mary
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Spend the day on the slopes, or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kirk and Mary Frantz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Playground

Guest services

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Games
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Some exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There are no lifeguards and a current

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Some special situations could apply
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2022-11225

Property is also known as

Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water Guesthouse
River Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water
Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water
Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water Guesthouse
River Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water
Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water Guesthouse
River Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water
Front Guest House Ramp Beach Volleyball Gazebo Water

River Front guest house with Ramp, Beach, Volleyball, and Gazebo on the Water Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Barbara R., Drumheller, Alberta, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location
This could be a great rental. We spent six weeks here and except for some cleaning issues and maintenance that should be looked after it was a decent place. Pictures online are from the day it was listed many years ago. It needs some care. Cannot understand how so many previous reviews raved about the cleanliness!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome experience!
Staying here was so amazing. The house was very clean and comfortable. Loved the sunlit living room and kitchen. Cozy beds, I slept like a baby. Owners were really friendly and nice upon check-in, left us alone but where available for any questions/needs. We had an awesome time hanging out by the water and catfishing. Definitely would recommend, and hope to come stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space
We came for the weekend, and had a blast! The property is awesome..especially having coffee on the deck overlooking the water. Hosts are wonderful, even giving us a tour when we arrived. Would love to stay again especially in the summer when we would be able to enjoy the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunsets on the Colorado River
Amazing sunsets! Spacious guest house overlooking the Colorado River. Centrally located to so many adventures! Rented ATV’s in Quartszite, headed west to Joshua Tree. Great times! Mary and Kirk were great hosts and we will be back! Thanks for sharing your special spot on the river!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location on the water. clean, cool, comfortable. will return again
excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Just what we were looking for! Much needed Relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
River time best time
This is a beautiful place to stay Close to Parker and right in the river I’ll look forward to my next visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer fun
Return renters. Wife daughter and grandchildren came on this trip. Lots of hours playing in the river in the hot weather. Grandkids loved playing in the water and wife and daughter lived laying out in the sun. Water was very accessible. Grill by the water made for nice sunset dinners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for three nights
Host greeted us on arrival and gave us a tour of the property and guesthouse. Accommodations were clean, tidy, quiet and accurately described in the listing. My only disappointment was the carpeted floors in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meir R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All good
Always good thank God
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Couldn't have been better!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L., LOS ANGELES

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Super inviting. No issue that you’re in the guest house, we had access to everything. This part of the river is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Viridiana G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great view
Only great thing about it it’s the view to the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ismet A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times on Colorado river
Nice place to relax and enjoy the river,the rooms are on second floor facing the river and just great views of river from balcony the gazebo is right on the river along with tv and grill , overall great place to enjoy and relax 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicky N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
The location of the property was perfect! My family and I enjoyed the privacy of the property. The owner was available when we reached out to him. It was a very clean place and the air conditioning worked so good with the 100+ heat out there. I would recommend this place and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
We had a great time at Kirk and Mary’s property! They were very kind and welcoming. We spent much of our time hanging in the gazebo which is like your own private sandbar when the water level rises up and over into it. I would recommend Kirk and Mary’s to anyone looking for an ideal low-key river trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

BRETT P., Phoenix AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to Big River.
We had a great time staying at the property. Kirk and Mary have a beautiful setup on the river and my family really enjoyed staying there. The waterfront gazebo was perfect, the house was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our weekend. It was awesome to have the launch ramp on the property and to tie off our boat overnight. We had our 7 and 10 year old boys who loved the fishing thanks to some tips from Kirk! We're very grateful to have stayed here and will definitely come back again. Thanks again Kirk and Mary!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana W., Ventura

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing on the River
This is my second time renting this river front property I love the cabana as it sits right on the river The house is comfortable with everything you need The AC works great which is a must as the temperature was hot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you like BBQ and a river to yourself
Great time, great stay....would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So fun!!
Took a quick fall break trip with 2 moms and 2 10 year olds. Location was awesome. Even though we did not have a boat we had a blast floating in the river. Accommodations were great and probably one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept on. We will go back!! Thank you Kirk and Mary for everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Eric M.

Getaway
Had a great time for our last minute getaway. Enjoyed the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Garrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Small Family Vacation
Kirk and Mary are amazing. We have a baby and asked to check in early and they happily moved out check in time up 3 hours with no fuss. They had an extra life jacket for our daughter and even let us borrow some water toys. The guest house is very clear and well kept. They bought our kids some bubble toys and left fresh brownies for us at check in. The gazebo and lounge area was perfect. We plan on coming back next year for the 4th of July.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S., Los Lunas

Great place to stay. River access great. Beautiful place. Host were very easy to work with.
Great place to stay. River access great. Beautiful place. Host were very easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Great Spot!
Very nice, we’ll taken care of home with tons of amenities. We came during the winter and only for a night so we weren’t able to take advantage of it all! Very helpful and kind hosts, would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deryl R.

Beautiful home and waterfront property.
Fantastic waterfront deck and gazebo. Some of the most consistent glassy water anywhere on the river. Everything clean and working nicely. Friendly and helpful hosts. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018