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Riverfront Retreat in North Payson.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Games room
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Washer
    Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverfront Retreat in North Payson.

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
• Three televisions with direct TV and streaming apps
• Internet/WIFI
• DVD player with 300 movies
• 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart speaker
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or outside.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Waterfront, lots of stairs, not baby proofed.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Map
Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Mazatzal Casino - 37 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Payson Golf Course - 41 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Pine-Strawberry Museum - 47 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 48 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Woods Canyon Lake - 75 min drive - 56.4 km

Getting around

  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 137 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat in North Payson. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat in North Payson. located?

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

Riverfront Retreat in North Payson. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Everything was as expected, great stay and helpful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfection!
This is hands down the best vacation rental our family has ever had and we can not wait to return! This property is truly a home and the love, care and attention to detail put into the property are apparent the moment you walk in. The property itself is in a dreamy location, right on the river, with squirrels and Stellar Jays making the backyard home. We had such relaxing mornings feeding the Jays peanuts, that the host provided, right on the deck while enjoying our morning coffee before heading off to explore the area. Washington Park Trailhead with the Railroad Tunnel and the Water Wheel Trail are within a few minutes of the home and the Tonto Natural Bridge and Woods Canyon Lake were within a 45 minute drive. This home is the most well appointed rental and the host provides so many more amenities and touches than any other rental we have ever had. Our family enjoyed the ping pong and pool tables, the dart board and several evenings of playing catch with the equipment provided. The kitchen is also stocked with all those little touches that are easily forgotten when renting a home like paper goods, storage bags, napkins, spices, cooking oils, coffee and filters and even chocolate! Yum! Truly, we felt like we were welcomed into the host's home instead of feeling like short term renters. You can't go wrong with this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jocelyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Svilen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal location
Phenomenal location, very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jared S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything included, secluded, stream of dreams
Tucked away with a stream right off the back. Plenty of games, and equipment for the things you wanna do. Just bring your own food/drinks and enjoy. Cleanup at the end sounds complicated but it's not. Trash isn't that far away. Store is about 30min away if you forget something. Kids enjoyed ping pong, pool table, volleyball, walking through the water, toasting tiny marshmallows. Movies by the fireplace were nice and everything you need in the kitchen. My gf even baked an apple pie from scratch. Host was responsive if we needed anything or just updating them. Solid. Thanks again for hosting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Your Shangri-La Awaits
Inside and out, Maison de Rafraîchissement, a.k.a. the RRR on EVR, is a pop-up-picture-book “oasis” of refined respite from the mundane barrage of clutter we too much endure—daily. Very far—from the madding crowd—yet near enough to a respectable commercial hub to allow for those “urgent” provisioning demands we’re so accustomed to satisfying. First timers ourselves, without hesitation, we can recommend that you indulge yourself here, to a calming spell of tranquility, if you can break away from it all—long enough—to just relax—in the comfort and style it invariably—well hosted—we can attest—affords!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful long weekend!
Thanks for a grat stay cation! <3
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
The house was perfect with everything you could imagine or need. My wife loved sitting by the creek listening to the water. The house was perfect with the most beautiful back yard leading to the creek/river. We hiked Railroad Tunnel which was very close but a tough hike. We also did Water Wheel all the way to the falls which was also quite the hike but worth it. We were close to nature with wonderful hikes all while feeling we were living in luxury at our rental home. It was an easy 2 hour drive from our house in Phoenix to the rental house north of Payson. The owners were true professionals to work with. They made everything easy. Can’t wait till our next trip there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
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

DL V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommend! Beautiful Cabin and Property, Excellent Host
We all had a wonderful 4-night stay, family with adult children and their friends. The property is lovely with plenty of outdoor space to enjoy it. The sound of the creek was instantly relaxing. Loved sitting on the rocks with the water rushing by and the hammock a perfect place for an afternoon nap. Hiking, strolling, fishing or just relaxing, all great! The cabin has fantastic with plenty of space to be togeher or not. We enjoyed pool in the basement, ping pong in the garage, movie nights, games at the dining room tables (inside and out). Surprisingly good book selection including 2 of my favorites and a lot of recently popular titles. The kitchen is fully stocked with more spices, oils, and other basics than most and was a pleasure to cook there. Good central air and wifi better than expected. Alissa is a excellent host, offering info and details to make the trip easy and special, very responsive to texts and calls. Thank you Alissa.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Debbie K., Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy birthday happy retirement!
We enjoyed our time at the Riverside Retreat so much last year, that we decided to stay here again this year. This time included a retirement celebration! Alissa and Russ are great hosts! Their responsiveness and special touches are especially appreciated. Hopefully, we can make this an annual event. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded getaway
Get away from the city. Get away from the traffic. Get away from the noise and the rushing around. Go here and relax. In nature. Along a creek. Miles away from paved roads. Huge pine trees with squirrels bouncing around and Blue Jays stopping by. Nice, clean, beautiful home. Well appointed. Something to keep everyone entertained inside. FYI - follow the host's driving directions. Don't use your car's navigation, don't use your phone's navigation, don't drive up 199. Just follow the host's directions. It is really easy to get there after finding it the first time. I would absolutely stay here again if I visit the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We really enjoyed Alissa’s property! It’s an ideal space to enjoy the creek and the house is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G., Phoenix, AZ-USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
This was one of the best locations we have stayed in Payson! The property is beautiful! We loved the front lawn to be able to play games with the kids and run around! Many of the creek side rentals don’t have a yard space and that was important to us with our kids! They had plenty of lawn games, ping pong, board games, etc! The view of the creek was beautiful and simply relaxing! They even have a hammock that you can put up by the creek! The inside of the house is well kept and comfortable! We had everything we needed for cooking, relaxing and every watched a movie! The owners were very responsive and helpful with any of our questions! We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to be back to visit again! Leslie
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Retreat
This property will be one of our most favorite stays. It is very well kept and has the most complete kitchen. Perfect for cooking great family meals. The beds are super comfy and the pool table room is an excellent escape for teenagers. The location is so relaxing and peaceful with sounds of the Verde River just out your back door and the view from the deck is breath taking. The stars at night are amazing! We loved this piece of paradise and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best River front property
My eyes welled up with tears of joy when we had our first view of the back yard, as we were greeted by the sound and sight of the beautiful East Verde River. Nothing is more relaxing than the sound of the River!! We entered through the back door, which is next to the bright, clean and cheerful kitchen. The house is perfectly equipped and we found it cozy and comfortable. We came for a long weekend and we all wished we could have stayed for the whole week. We even got to enjoy a short thunderstorm. This property stands up to some of the nicest River front homes we have stayed at in Montana, but it’s only 2 hours away!! We only saw 1 mosquito, and we were there the end of August after a very rainy summer. Hope to return this fall. Thank you for giving us such a warm welcome and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy B., Palm Springs, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Bliss
The home is well appointed, spotless and the owners communicate immediately. It's my second visit to the property and I will most definitely stay again. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual family vacation spot
We love this place so much we visit annually. We have 4 & 6 year olds and having a location with the creek in the backyard to romp and play is delightful. We spend each morning creek walking in the refreshing water. The property is set up with multiple spots to sit under the shade trees to relax and watch the kids play listening to the bubbling creek. We were greeted with afternoon T-storms that cooled us off for the evening which we were able to watch from the large covered patio. There is plenty of room and the beautiful kitchen has everything we’ve needed. The perfect spot for relaxing, unwinding and escaping the summer heat. We’re already looking forward to next year’s adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022