One of the core values that is so important to us as a family and as a small business is to give back to our communities. It’s a family and company tradition to serve our local communities in some way each year, especially during the holiday season. In the Valley, our favorite non-profit is Harvest Compassion Center. They have multiple locations, and are a resource for families and individuals in need of food, clothing, and hygiene items. They endeavor to create an experience that gives guests dignity and choice by offering the chance to “shop” for various items. During the holiday season, the ..read more

Carson is here with another fun guest post for you today! He and his brother recently hiked Fossil Springs together, and we all thought it would be great for him to share his experience! ------- I'm a little embarassed to admit that after 7 years in Strawberry, I've never done this incredible hike to see the waterfall! It's been on my list for longer than we've owned the Inn, but I've honestly been a little intimidated because I'd always heard what a tough hike it is. I stay pretty active, and I feel confident now saying that if you're in decent shape, you can do this hike too! If climbing Cam ..read more

Earlier this fall, Carson and our girls went up to Strawberry with some other dads and daughters for an amazing father-daughter weekend. Once everyone got home, they all agreed that the highlight was the epic hot cocoa bar that Marina put together for them. After that weekend, we started thinking and dreaming, and decided to offer hot cocoa bar options for our guests too! Read through the options below, and if it’s something that sounds good to you, reach out for pricing options and more details! With the weather as cold as it is right now, a hot cocoa bar is the absolute PERFECT option to ro ..read more

Guest post by Marquette LaRee Imagine a place where tall Ponderosa Pines embrace the sky, and cozy charm welcomes you at every turn. That's ,The Strawberry Inn in Strawberry, Arizona, where nature's beauty and educational adventures meld seamlessly, inviting homeschooling families like ours to embark on adventures that redefine traditional learning. For three nights and four days, this is exactly what my kids and I got to experience on our own personal Homeschool Retreat that we’re still talking about weeks later. We invite you to step into the world of The Strawberry Inn with us. Join in as ..read more

Guest writer: Maria Hechanova (Payson, Ariz.) -- Rim Lakes Vista Overlook on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest side of the Mogollon Rim in Payson is one of the most popular spots to take Instagrammable photos. The Mogollon Rim stretches about 200 miles, but Rim Lakes Vista Overlook is arguably the easiest to access with a small parking lot that puts you only a few steps away from stunning views that include rock overhangs, pine trees, and mountains. The goal of this fall photo session was to document the baby bump. I wasn’t in any shape to do any strenuous hiking at 29 weeks pregnant with ..read more

Back in 2021, we had the chance to visit Schnepf Farms for their annual Pumpkin & Chili Party and we had SO much fun! Click here for the post we wrote after that visit. We were THRILLED to be able to go back again this year! The Pumpkin and Chili Party is happening for another few days, so make a plan to head there before the month ends. Otherwise, I suggest going again at Christmas! The lovely individuals over at The Cozy Peach hosted us in adorable Trailer #6 "1971 Airstream Land Yacht." You all know how much we love Airtreams, so it was an absolute blast staying in one at another bouti ..read more

Today’s post is brought to you by Carson. Carson and four of his buddies recently did a weekend trip to Strawberry with their combined EIGHT daughters. They had the best time, so I asked Carson to do a quick write up about the trip so you all can use it as inspo for your own future getaways. ---- My friends and I had been talking about putting this trip together for a while, and we finally made it happen early this fall. It was a great group of dads, and all of the daughters loved it too. We all rolled into town on Friday evening, and started things off with a late dinner at everyone’s favori ..read more

Our business continues to grow and we’re so thankful! As a result, it’s time to add to our team again! We're looking for a Reservations + Booking Assistant to join us at our office in Scottsdale, AZ. You’ll be acting as the voice of The Strawberry Inn! This full-time position is at our offsite office in Scottsdale and is perfect for someone who loves customer service, hospitality, and creating wonderful experiences for guests. Previous hospitality experience is required. We're looking forward to working with an enthusiastic, driven individual who is ready to learn and adapt to our fast-paced e ..read more

Today, we’re so excited to share a guest post from the Berrymans, chock full of updates on Windmill Coffee! Can you believe they’re celebrating their third anniversary? It’s gone by in the blink of an eye. Without further ado, I’ll turn it over to Dan and Marina! Hi everyone! We are celebrating our 3rd Anniversary at the Windmill and couldn’t be happier or prouder. It’s been so fun to watch our little home-grown coffee business grow, thrive, and to make delicious beverages for our guests!! This summer, we added icy, refreshing blended beverages to our menu, which have been popular in these ex ..read more

I’m so excited to introduce you to the newest restaurant in Rim Country: Fossil Creek Farm! This breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot is on Fossil Creek Road, just a few hundred yards from the Inn. They are open every day except Wednesdays and Thursdays. Keep reading to learn more about this wonderful eatery. Carrie and Steve Perry are the duo between Fossil Creek Farm. The approach is a farm-to-table restaurant, with ultra-fresh ingredients sourced from small, Arizona-based suppliers. They serve breakfast, brunch, and lunch, and plan to offer ice cream in the very near future too! They're also ..read more