Riverfront Retreat. Year-round river in North Payson.

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Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and all upgraded appliances.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6195.1 sq m

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Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Payson, AZ

Mogollon Rim
Mazatzal Casino
‪37 min drive‬
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
‪48 min drive‬
Payson, AZ (PJB)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This is the place! This home is a hidden gem located 15 miles NE of Payson just under the Mogollon Rim. This place is unique as it is tucked away up in the pines just under the Mogollon Rim. You may feel as you are headed in the wrong direction while driving deep into the forest. As you pull up and open your car door, you will hear the whisper of the cool pines and the sound of the babbling creek that runs through the back yard. It is 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix. You can just relax and enjoy the creek or venture out to the nearby hiking trails where you will walk alongside streams. This is a very charming Country French three level home, perfect for families and friends. Note: We do not allow pets of any kind, no ESA animals. Many homes in our area allow pets. Choose another property for your needs.

THINGS TO KNOW:
This is a cabin in the woods away from the city. RARE but: Neighborhood power outages can happen. Neighborhood water outages can happen. This is out of our control. Please be patient as we are far and repair can take some time. Usually 2-4 hours, sometimes longer.

Abundance of amenities:
• Central air conditioning and heat (not usual in the woods)
• King bed, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, Twin bunk bed and trundle beds. (Sleeps 6 comfortably)
• Large full kitchen with island
• Chefs dream kitchen with all the cooking supplies you need
• Spices/condiments/oils
• Coffee maker/Keurig and pot. Coffee as well
• Barbecue with propane
• Propane outdoor heater
• Fire-pit and fire wood
• Paper towels and napkins
• Dining room for six
• Outdoor dining table
• Two large outdoor decks
• Family room
• Fireplace
• Four televisions with direct TV and streaming apps
• Internet/WIFI
• Xbox – bring favorite games
• Laundry room with washer/dryer and soap
• Two upper level private bedrooms
• Upper level deck off of master bedroom
• Two full size bathrooms; one with a tub
• Towels, linens, toilet paper and soap supplied
• Many pillows and blankets
• Amazon Alexa
• Surround sound system for music throughout the home
• Front yard speakers with music keypad for listening enjoyment
• Ping Pong table
• Pool table
• Corn-hole
• Badminton net, racquets and birdies
• Gated front yard
• Games, puzzles, cards
• Books for all ages
• Fishing gear
• Sleds
• Welcome book with nearby activity guide
• Major hiking trails within a mile
• Nearest services 15 miles away so bring groceries

Property manager

Alissa

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English

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Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Waterfront, lots of stairs, not baby proofed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside or outside.

No third party reservations. You must stay if you reserve. No smoking No pets. No ESAs No parties No guns or shooting No water balloons

May not be suitable for small children. No changing tables or small child accommodations. Waterfront.

No large luggage. Please pack light w/ duffle bags. Stairs are steep to the bedrooms and larger luggage is damaging to the stairs and hard to carry.

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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

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

About the area

Payson

Located in Payson, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto National Forest and Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, while Myra's Art Gallery and Rim Country Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Payson, AZ

What's nearby

Mazatzal Casino - 37 min drive - 27.4 km
Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 38 min drive - 25.5 km
Payson Golf Course - 41 min drive - 28.5 km
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 48 min drive - 25.9 km
Woods Canyon Lake - 75 min drive - 56.4 km

Getting around

Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 148 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat. Year-round river in North Payson. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat. Year-round river in North Payson.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat. Year-round river in North Payson.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat. Year-round river in North Payson. located?

This Payson cabin is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tonto National Forest, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Payson Golf Course and Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Myra's Art Gallery and Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jose B.

25 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Getaway

Perfectly located away from any major town. The house was exactly as advertised. Very quiet neighbors that made it feel like we were alone in the woods. Didn't get to play in the river since the banks were all covered in snow but we don't regret it one bit. Picturesque! Got the kids off the electronics and hiked the local trails. They loved it. Look forward to returning in the summer!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

28 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Visit

You just cannot beat this property and the care and representation of the owners. This is my second stay there and everything you would need is available for a relaxing stay. The property and house is even better in person than in the pictures. I highly recommend the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

11 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Everything was as expected, great stay and helpful host!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cal D.

25 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway to the Woods

This home was the perfect getaway cabin in the woods for our family of five to escape the hustle and bustle of the Valley for a few days over spring break. Conveniently located less than two hours away and yet it feels like you are way out in the woods. Bonus that it's right next to the East Verde river which I'm told runs year round. Not a lot of water while we were there and too cold to swim anyway, but being able to open the windows and hear the water running just added to the relaxing atmosphere. This was one of the cleanest rental homes we have ever stayed in. No bugs or cobwebs. The kitchen was also very well equipped with spices, oils, utensils and all the cookware you could possibly need. The stone fireplace in the living room was cozy and provided the perfect ambiance. We had rain one day and were stuck inside so the pool table downstairs and ping pong table in the garage were awesome and helped keep us from getting bored while we waited out the rain. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this home and we'll certainly be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svilen N.

29 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal location

Phenomenal location, very relaxing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn D.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, fun and beautiful

Fantastic cabin! Every summer our family rents a cabin in Payson, this cabin has been the cleanest and well stocked place yet!! Kids were entertained the entire time with all the games and movies provided. Kitchen and bathrooms had everything you need and more! We all enjoyed feeding the blue jays and squirrels every morning. Truly a relaxing, stress free time at this beautiful cabin!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

24 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Had a lovely time with my family. Home is right on the river and it was so peaceful listening to the rushing water. Hummingbirds, blue jays, squirrels… you feel right in the forest with the luxurious amenities with this home. I’ve rented several homes from VRBO and this home by far has been the cleanest, well stocked, and most comfortable I’ve visited. Owners were very responsive and accommodating. We drove a couple miles away and my whole family caught HUGE trouts. We had a blast. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

12 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful Place

I am certain that my comments will have been mirrored by everyone who has ever had the pleasure of staying at this house. The picture tells the truth and what you see is what you get. I have stayed at numerous VRBO locations and this one tops the cake, not only for the beauty of the entire house and grounds, but it's also furnished, decorated (Thank you Allison!) wonderfully and complimented with every amenity you would need for your stay especially the kitchen. Returning for another stay is a forgone conclusion- we will. Thank you host!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

25 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend work retreat - amazing property!

4 of us stayed for a work retreat this past weekend for 3 nights. The house was perfect! The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. My daughter and I explored nearby trails and we all spent a lot of time on the back patio and near the river. This is truly a special place and we hope to be back. The host was very responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Phoenix, AZ

16 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacay

This is the third time we’ve stayed here and always have a wonderful unplugging weekend to enjoy all that nature has to offer. The creek is amazing and so peaceful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

22 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A True Riverfront Retreat

My family and I had the best time at this property. We felt at home immediately and were in awe of the front and backyards. From the beautiful grassy area in the front, to the magical, flowing river in the back. My favorite part was deciding which spot to sit in to read my book. My kids played for hours in the river and then got cozy inside to watch movies and play games. We will for sure be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty T.

28 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Family Mt Retreat

Took the family up for a few days and had an awesome and relaxing time. Amazing property with all the amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creekside Resort!

Wow! Our family of four just loved our stay. This home and property have everything you need! The yard is absolutely fabulous! The lawn up front and the flowing creek in the back! You have nature literally at your feet! Inside the house you feel at home is there is everything you need to entertain, cook and relax! Did I mention the beautiful decks? They look out over the backyard and sound of the creek fills the air. This is a must stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

21 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and location!

This house was everything that was advertised and more. Very clean, and located near a lot of great hikes. The owner is very responsive. Waking up next to the creek was amazing. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy A.

6 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful long weekend!

Thanks for a grat stay cation! <3

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Surprise, AZ

17 June 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Great getaway place as advertised Quite and relaxing Everything we needed was here. Will be back

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

20 May 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Setting is near perfect

Just spent a couple nights at the Riverfront property. The trees, river and home made it a very relaxing trip. Had everything we needed and the WIFI wasn't as bad as we had expected. Thanks Alissa for allowing us to visit!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Phoenix, AZ

7 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creekside Resort

We loved the home the moment we walked in. The kiddos had a wonderful time creek walking and it was exactly what we had hoped for. The home is lovely and had everything we needed. We will definitely be repeating visitors. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacie F.

10 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Getaway!

Location, location, location! Great cabin/chalet to escape the heat and just relax creekside. The cabin was well equipped with everything you could possibly need and very clean. This place is a hidden gem. We'll definitely be back!! Thanks Alissa!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K., Chandler

17 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great birthday getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful waterfront property in Payson, AZ. Their hospitality was top notch; from the owner’s responsiveness and openness to our questions, to the plethora of amenities, we’d not experienced anywhere else. We were even greeted every morning by a number of squirrels and blue jays. We highly recommend this premier property to anyone wanting to get away, yet still have all the comforts of home.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

2 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

We absolutely loved our stay and can hardly wait to come back. The home was beautifully furnished and had everything we could possibly need. The pool table and ping pong table were a huge hit for the kids and I absolutely LOVED the creek and enjoyed each of the sitting areas out in the back. With the house being so close, we hope to return often. Thanks again for sharing your beautiful home.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

marianne c., Scottsdale, AZ

2 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect.

This is one of the best vacation properties we've ever found. We loved being right next to the creek and feeding peanuts to the Stellar Jays in the morning. The house was immaculate, and the kitchen had everything we could possibly need. We also enjoyed a couple of beautiful hikes nearby. We hope we are able to return before too long.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

14 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

The house and surrounding area are absolutely beautiful. We couldn't believe how clean the house was. The owners have thought of everything. Every amenity you could want is provided and then some. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juli V.

27 September 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property with all the amenities

We had a wonderful weekend at this beautiful property. It was so comfortable, it was like being at home. We had a great time hiking nearby, playing games out front in the grassy area and traipsing around I n the creek right behind the house. This is in a wonderful area that is simply gorgeous and refreshingly cool during the heat back home in the vallley. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janiece G.

17 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in the woods

We went up from Phoenix to escape the heat. 3 adults and 9 kids. We all fit perfectly and had so much fun. The stream behind the house was so nice to look at and listen to. The house was very clean and had anything you could ever need. We can’t wait to go back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Alissa

My husband and I are both Arizona natives. I am a nurse practitioner in Scottsdale. We have two grown kids and hope to have grandkids someday. We love all of Arizona and spend most of our free time here in the mountains. It is a nice change from the valley and only 1.5 hours from our home with a very different climate and relaxing atmosphere.

Why they chose this property

We love this area. It is remote and seldom traveled by many. We have been coming up here for many years with our kids and knew we had to buy a home here. We would love to share this experience with others so they too can build lasting memories. Keep in mind this is not a log cabin. Not rustic, but very nice and well maintained.

What makes this property unique

You will enjoy that this home has central air conditioning and heat for the warm Summers and cold Winters. This home is fairly new compared to the rustic homes in the area and has all the upgrades. This charming three level home has two newer outdoor decks that overlook the creek. You will enjoy sitting out back and relaxing, while watching the kids play in the water. The home is surrounded by trees so it feels much cooler than the 20 degree difference from the Phoenix metro area.

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