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Head up to our creek cabin!

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Well equipped kitchen
Lovely deck
Dining
Terrace/patio
Looking down the creek

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Payson, AZ
  • Woods Canyon Lake Recreation Area
    ‪198 min walk‬
  • Woods Canyon Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Rocky Point Recreation Area
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Payson, AZ (PJB)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Larger Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Small Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Head up to our creek cabin!

Nested in the trees, on Christopher Creek, enjoy the opportunity to leave your troubles behind in comfortable summer temperatures. Create memories with your friends and family while sitting (napping?) on the deck as the water bubbles by. If you prefer to move around, there are many hiking trails outside the cabin door, also a short 15-20 minute walk to local restaurants.

This double A frame cabin has one bedroom on the main floor with a full-size bed and a set of bunk beds. The TV room has a pull-out couch, the loft upstairs has a Queen. Two adorable bathrooms with claw foot bath tubs for leisurely soaks, (one has a shower). Towels and sheets are provided.

Kitchen is stocked with pots, pans, blender, waffle maker, coffee and tea provided, basic spices and condiments.

There are two sitting areas on either side of the house allowing separate time for kids and adults; the yard is fenced, dogs (maximum 2) under 30 lbs. each permitted. The fence is pretty short in some area's (~30") which should be taken into consideration.

The temperature can fluctuate during the day in the summer months. We have two split unit HVAC units if it gets warmer in the afternoons. For cooler weather, the same units provide heat.

Your children are welcome, please note the deck and spiral staircase to the loft have open railings and are not child-proof.

We offer WiFi, the TV is available to play DVD's with a small selection provided, or rental options available in the supermarkets in Payson. The Roku is available in guest mode to allow sign-in to your favorite streaming services.

Verizon has a cell tower in the area providing cell service to the neighborhood.

If you have an electric car, we have a NEMA 14-50 plug available for charging.

Property manager

Peter Rowe
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Cabin isn't baby and toddler proof. Open railings
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Events

No events allowed
Only guests disclosed on agreement permitted.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs can be up to 30 lbs ea.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Area fire restrictions are common in summer
Please strip beds and place in laundry room, wash
Any damage which exceeds the deposit, or impacts f
Please remove all garbage and or recycling from th

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only guests disclosed on agreement permitted.
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number 21437869

About the area

Payson

Christopher Creek, a neighbourhood in Payson, is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto National Forest and Mongollon Rim Visitor Center, while Young Museum and Rim Country Museum are cultural highlights.
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Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Mongollon Rim Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Woods Canyon Lake - 25 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Rocky Point Recreation Area - 26 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Mazatzal Casino - 30 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 59 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Creekside Steak House & Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Zane Grey Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Landmark At The Creek - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Landmark Restaurant and Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Christopher Creek Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Head up to our creek cabin! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Head up to our creek cabin!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Head up to our creek cabin!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Head up to our creek cabin! located?

Located in Payson, this family-friendly cabin is steps from Tonto National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mongollon Rim Visitor Center and Lake One. Willow Springs Lake Recreation Area and Lake Three are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margarita L.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

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

Beautiful property and great location!

My husband and I enjoyed my birthday weekend at this relaxing home in an amazing location! The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. We loved being able to bring our dogs along as well. Great location that we appreciated for hiking and off roading. We would definitely stay again. Host was very communicative and friendly. Home was clean and had everything we needed for cooking, etc. thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

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

Great Stay!

Everything was amazing and great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

Cabin Christmas

Had a really fun time at this cute cozy cabin on Christmas Day
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Darci G.

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

Fun family trip location

Cute cabin and easy access to wildlife and the creek. We had a great time inside and outside. The cabin was clean and well kept. We got to easy elk in the front yard and sit on thr back patio and listen to the creek. The only improvement could be the mattress on the full bed in the room downstairs. Other than that we loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Get away

Best vacation very clean more than we expected would highly recommended to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob and Thu Lan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Home Near the Creek

We enjoy our stay near Christoper Creek. The access to the creek in the backyard was a big reason why we wanted to stay here. Everything we needed to cook with was provided in the kitchen. The couch is a bit smaller than expected. There is a mouse issue in the kitchen that we contacted the owners about as we noticed a bag of our bread on the ground the next morning with a hole in the back of it, so then we stored all the food in the fridge that was on the counter. The second time it was inside the trash can. There is a hole in the wall in the kitchen that is very noticeable that something is living in there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Quick getaway

Great place for a relaxing family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Cabin Stay

We had an amazing time at this cabin! We saw elk every morning from the front yard and elk in the evening in the creek. We were able to walk to the little market and the Landmark as well. The cabin was perfect for our little family and we enjoyed our stay tremendously!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gray L.

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

Cool Get-a-way

Very pleased. 3 Elk in the front yard was exciting. Columbine road was a bit rough. Had a wonderful time, thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Cabin weekend

We had a fabulous time at the cabin this weekend. Great location right by the creek. The fire table through enough warmth to still sit outside creekside in the evenings. Thanks for letting us share your slice of heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

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

Serenity

Exactly what we needed!!! A great escape from the daily grind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marry L.

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

Cozy gem

Co•zy. “giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation” is the perfect description of this little gem. My husband and I stayed for a few days mid-week and it was super quiet with a family of elk that roamed the neighborhood. We sat on the deck and listened to the creek, went to the nearby lakes and cooked meals in the well stocked kitchen. We thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing stay. The hosts were great to communicate with and we would highly recommend staying here if you are lucky enough to find it open.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

Fun!

We love having a creek right by the house! Saw lots of elk and birds, wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judona T.

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

Cozy Creekside

Cozy,Quaint, Creekside. A-Frame with great layout for a family or group of friends to enjoy separate entertainment or relaxing areas, large great room for group entertainment. Front deck with bistro set, loft balcony with seating for stargazing Great patio with ample furnishings(conversation set, dining, hammock, fire table) overlooking the flowing Creek. Elk came right through the Creek. Bird watching paradise(bring binoculars). Pet friendly fenced front yard. Back is open to Creek and surroundings be prepared to watch young kids and pets. Overall fantastic & would recommend and will definitely be a repeat renter for this Cozy Cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Whimsical cabin by the creek

Tranquil location by Christopher Creek with a cabin nestled among the trees. Rustic cabin that's comfortable with all the necessary amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

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

Perfect getaway!

Lovely home! Has everything you need and the scenery was beautiful. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

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

I expected more spiders

Based on the reviews and the listing, I expected a lot more spiders but my guests and I only saw two. Lots of spider webs outside, but it was to be expected given we were immersed in the natural environment. The view from the cabin porch was amazing and my 4 year old had lots of fun playing in the water and it was amazing having direct and private access to the creek. No need to pack up to go play in the water here. The kitchen and house had everything we needed and there was a general store open close by. The shower was a bit awkward since it’s built into a claw foot tub and is definitely not accessible to anyone that might have issues climbing in and out of a very tall tub. Same with the bunk bed - the top bunk was not accessible for adults who don’t feel adventurous as there was no ladder. The room with the bunk bed isn’t well-ventilated, either, but all in all those would be the largest complaints. We all really enjoyed our stay. I do want to extra reiterate that the cabin is definitely not child proof. The porch railings do not have a middle lateral rail and even though we were watching my 4 year old very carefully, he went to lean on the rail and fell right off the porch, head first 4 feet down. He was extremely lucky and only scraped his face. If there was one improvement I had to choose for this cabin, it would be to install another lateral rail to fill in the gap to make it safer for all. I would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carylon M.

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

Perfect retreat from the heat

My husband and two adult daughters stayed in this lovely cabin right on the creek for a weekend. The cabin had plenty of room for the four of us, was very well equipped and was very clean. We appreciated that the outdoor furniture was covered as it was raining when we arrived. It allowed us to be able to enjoy the deck after the rain stopped. The cooler weather, beautiful surroundings and sounds of the creek were exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creekside enc

**Cozy Creekside Cabin in Northern Arizona** Escape the city at this charming cabin nestled in northern Arizona's tranquil wilderness. Ideal for families, its rustic charm and creekside location offer a relaxing retreat with nearby hiking trails for exploring nature's beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Peaceful Birthday Retreat

We came up from Gilbert for my birthday. All I wanted was to wake up to the sounds of nature and a gurgling creek. This home did not disappoint. It's a quaint little place right on Christopher Creek. We spent our entire weekend on the deck enjoying the sounds of birds and flowing water by day and listening to the thunder storms in the evening. There's a little store within walking distance in case you left something at home. There's also a couple of dog-friendly restaurants close by. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay. I don't think the photos do the home justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Cool and relaxing escape from the city

Lovely home with well stocked kitchen, wonderful deck in the cool pines. Each morning I enjoyed the burbling brook with my coffee, knitting, and the sound of birds. We took hikes in the area and relaxed in the evening after making dinner in the well appointed kitchen. Soaked in the tub after hikes. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Great way to get away from the heat

Cute cabin with all you need to unwind and enjoy the creek. Good location, hosts were helpful, would def recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Peter Rowe

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Why they chose this property

My wife grew up in the valley and has childhood memories stretching from Kohl's Ranch to the White Mountains. We purchased this cabin in 2003 for a place to get away in the summer with our two kids. It holds special memories of travel with our friends and family as a weekend get away. Christopher Creek is a quiet village to enjoy hikes and happy hours. There is nothing like relaxing on the deck on arrival with a soft breeze and the sound of the creek rolling by after a long week.

What makes this property unique

We liked this cabin for two reasons; it's on the creek affording a little cooler temperature, and two separate living area's allowing the kids to enjoy their games or movies in one room, while we enjoyed our company on the deck or the living room by the kitchen.

Languages:

English

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