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Cozy Cabin at Water Wheel Falls on the East Verde River - Comfy & Clean!
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100.1 sq m
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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Downstairs Bunk Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Downstairs Guest Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Upstairs Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
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About this property
Cozy Cabin at Water Wheel Falls on the East Verde River - Comfy & Clean!
This perfect Cabin in the Woods is located in a hidden away, and remote community, of both full-time residents and vacation homes situated along the East Verde River at the base of the Mogollon Rim and approximately a mile away from one of the best hiking areas in the region...Water Wheel Falls (see pics)! Yet it is only 8 miles from downtown Payson. This Cabin is situated in a prime location and is a spectacular gem!
The "Nut House", as we affectionately like to call our A-frame Cabin (no nut trees on the property), is an extremely well-appointed property and includes 3 comfy bedrooms (sleeps 6...with up to 5 adults MAXIMUM), 1 spacious full bath with 2 sinks, and a great room layout with vaulted ceilings. Please Note: The maximum occupancy is 6 persons. Please do not invite additional family/friends to stay or visit with you, even for a daytime visit, due to the septic tank's leach/drain field dispersion limitations.
It is not your typical neglected, dank and musty cabin, for It has been freshly painted and is adorned with wood flooring downstairs and new carpet upstairs. It's easy to navigate kitchen comes well stocked with stainless steel appliances including a full-size oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Also well equipped with a Keurig coffee maker (bring your preferred K-cups), a standard drip coffee maker as well and every conceivable utensil and small appliance you would ever need. In addition, there is a stacked washer/dryer and a completely fenced and secure yard with "outdoor only" security monitoring.
It is a fully Eco-friendly, LED lighted "green" home and is well maintained. Why would you want to camp or "Glamp" when you can stay at The Nut House and rest and relax. We even have a 4' diameter pave stone fire pit for burning real wood and roasting marshmallows (when the Tonto National Forest Payson Ranger District's fire restrictions are not in place! BYOW...Bring Your Own Wood).
The Cabin is within quick walking distance to the continuously flowing East Verde River (see map in photo gallery) and snuggled in the Tonto National Forest. As we mentioned above, the Cabin is conveniently located only a mile away from the best hiking spot in the Tonto National Forest...Water Wheel Falls (Tonto Day Pass required), and it is also fairly close to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park as well as the quaint towns of Pine and Strawberry. In addition, Payson is also the Home of the Worlds Oldest Continuous Rodeo which takes place in the second half of August each year. The Rodeo/Fair Grounds are just 10 miles from the cabin. All roads are paved into and around the property and we have a large secure and gated driveway which can accommodate most any vehicle and trailer combination.
At the top of the Rim (off Hwy 260 East) is Woods Canyon Lake (about a 45-minute drive from the cabin) where you can rent kayak's, canoes and fishing boats, and it's about 7-10 degrees cooler as well.
An additional fantastic scenic hike is at The Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and it is only a 25-minute drive toward Pine, AZ.
That being said, it is only a short to medium drive to lots of additional hiking and off-road trails in the Tonto, Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. Please check with the Tonto N. F., Payson Ranger District (928) 474-7900; the Apache-Sitgreaves N. F., Black Mesa Ranger District (928) 535-7300 or the Coconino N. F., Flagstaff Ranger District (928) 526-0866 for current conditions or restrictions.
Why camp in the woods, fighting off insects and bears when you can be relaxing and sleeping comfortably and yet still be out in the woods. Grab your hiking boots and backpack, snowshoes and play toys and come on up to the fresh air and beautiful surroundings that only our Arizona Rim Country can provide.
The Nut House is less than 2 hours (97 miles) from downtown Phoenix, and a beautiful drive as well so why wait, plan your next high altitude getaway today!
PLEASE NOTE: Beaver Valley Estates is a community that respects each neighbor and cherishes the solitude that living away from the city provides. Therefore, we request that you also respect the community during your stay by following simple commonsense rules such as:
• Following the current fire restrictions posted by the Tonto National Forest. Ex. Stage 2 or 3 fire restrictions prohibit any live campfires, even in an enclosed fire pit. A sign is posted at the first intersection within Beaver Valley Estates when a restriction is in place.
• Keeping outdoor noise and talking to a whisper after 10pm, (even around the campfire...if forest regulations permit it's use). Ex. Party's will not be tolerated, and the Sheriff will be called.
• Keeping the porch lights off after 10pm (unless the motion sensor is activated)
• Parking only in the cabin driveway within the gate (limited to two vehicles + 1 ATV/SxS trailer). No street parking is allowed.
• Not inviting additional guests beyond that which is stated in your reservation. The booking limitation is 6 total guests, (with a maximum of 5 adults). This is also a condition of the cabin rental, and additional guests will not be tolerated. This limit includes daytime guests.
If you cannot abide by these community friendly rules, then we ask that you look elsewhere for an accommodation as these rules will be closely monitored by our neighbors and violations will be quickly reported.
The "Nut House", as we affectionately like to call our A-frame Cabin (no nut trees on the property), is an extremely well-appointed property and includes 3 comfy bedrooms (sleeps 6...with up to 5 adults MAXIMUM), 1 spacious full bath with 2 sinks, and a great room layout with vaulted ceilings. Please Note: The maximum occupancy is 6 persons. Please do not invite additional family/friends to stay or visit with you, even for a daytime visit, due to the septic tank's leach/drain field dispersion limitations.
It is not your typical neglected, dank and musty cabin, for It has been freshly painted and is adorned with wood flooring downstairs and new carpet upstairs. It's easy to navigate kitchen comes well stocked with stainless steel appliances including a full-size oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Also well equipped with a Keurig coffee maker (bring your preferred K-cups), a standard drip coffee maker as well and every conceivable utensil and small appliance you would ever need. In addition, there is a stacked washer/dryer and a completely fenced and secure yard with "outdoor only" security monitoring.
It is a fully Eco-friendly, LED lighted "green" home and is well maintained. Why would you want to camp or "Glamp" when you can stay at The Nut House and rest and relax. We even have a 4' diameter pave stone fire pit for burning real wood and roasting marshmallows (when the Tonto National Forest Payson Ranger District's fire restrictions are not in place! BYOW...Bring Your Own Wood).
The Cabin is within quick walking distance to the continuously flowing East Verde River (see map in photo gallery) and snuggled in the Tonto National Forest. As we mentioned above, the Cabin is conveniently located only a mile away from the best hiking spot in the Tonto National Forest...Water Wheel Falls (Tonto Day Pass required), and it is also fairly close to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park as well as the quaint towns of Pine and Strawberry. In addition, Payson is also the Home of the Worlds Oldest Continuous Rodeo which takes place in the second half of August each year. The Rodeo/Fair Grounds are just 10 miles from the cabin. All roads are paved into and around the property and we have a large secure and gated driveway which can accommodate most any vehicle and trailer combination.
At the top of the Rim (off Hwy 260 East) is Woods Canyon Lake (about a 45-minute drive from the cabin) where you can rent kayak's, canoes and fishing boats, and it's about 7-10 degrees cooler as well.
An additional fantastic scenic hike is at The Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and it is only a 25-minute drive toward Pine, AZ.
That being said, it is only a short to medium drive to lots of additional hiking and off-road trails in the Tonto, Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. Please check with the Tonto N. F., Payson Ranger District (928) 474-7900; the Apache-Sitgreaves N. F., Black Mesa Ranger District (928) 535-7300 or the Coconino N. F., Flagstaff Ranger District (928) 526-0866 for current conditions or restrictions.
Why camp in the woods, fighting off insects and bears when you can be relaxing and sleeping comfortably and yet still be out in the woods. Grab your hiking boots and backpack, snowshoes and play toys and come on up to the fresh air and beautiful surroundings that only our Arizona Rim Country can provide.
The Nut House is less than 2 hours (97 miles) from downtown Phoenix, and a beautiful drive as well so why wait, plan your next high altitude getaway today!
PLEASE NOTE: Beaver Valley Estates is a community that respects each neighbor and cherishes the solitude that living away from the city provides. Therefore, we request that you also respect the community during your stay by following simple commonsense rules such as:
• Following the current fire restrictions posted by the Tonto National Forest. Ex. Stage 2 or 3 fire restrictions prohibit any live campfires, even in an enclosed fire pit. A sign is posted at the first intersection within Beaver Valley Estates when a restriction is in place.
• Keeping outdoor noise and talking to a whisper after 10pm, (even around the campfire...if forest regulations permit it's use). Ex. Party's will not be tolerated, and the Sheriff will be called.
• Keeping the porch lights off after 10pm (unless the motion sensor is activated)
• Parking only in the cabin driveway within the gate (limited to two vehicles + 1 ATV/SxS trailer). No street parking is allowed.
• Not inviting additional guests beyond that which is stated in your reservation. The booking limitation is 6 total guests, (with a maximum of 5 adults). This is also a condition of the cabin rental, and additional guests will not be tolerated. This limit includes daytime guests.
If you cannot abide by these community friendly rules, then we ask that you look elsewhere for an accommodation as these rules will be closely monitored by our neighbors and violations will be quickly reported.
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About the area
Payson
Located in Payson, this cabin is in a rural area. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Tonto National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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- Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
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- Green Valley Park - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
- Rim Country Museum - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
- Payson Golf Course - 21 min drive - 19.5 km
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
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27 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MONICA D.
6 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MONICA D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gail N.
25 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Gail N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
D
5 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
D
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Chris K.
23 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I needed
Chris K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
27 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Steve T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karina W.
18 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break escape
Karina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel D.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway very peaceful
Daniel D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin in the woods.
Jennifer F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vlad B.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful time and vacation
Vlad B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jacob D.
4 April 2018
Absolutely wonderful property with an excellent location.
Jacob D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
holly s.
24 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
holly s.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rhett H.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Rhett H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
21 January 2019
Cozy, clean, perfect location
Kelly R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great GEM in Payson
Angela S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
RUSSELL C.
21 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Family Retreat
RUSSELL C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Gary F.
13 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming A-Frame away from it all.
Gary F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Nikolai N.
8 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin in quiet neighborhood
Nikolai N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
30 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family of 4
Danielle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good
Virginia T.
15 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleepy Hollow's Nut House
Virginia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jacob G.
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area
Jacob G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay
Deidre G.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful but far
Deidre G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nicholas O.
19 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really Enjoyed our Stay
Nicholas O.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
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8/10 Good
Frankie F.
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot!
Frankie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Coral S.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway!
Coral S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Yuval and Ya'el Yisrael
I have worked in 3D Animation, Graphic Design and Information Technology for over 40 years, (with nearly a decade at Microsoft), and my wife has over 25 years of experience as a Certified Medical Laser Technician. You can easily find us both on LinkedIn.
We have 7 children (two still at home) and 7 grandchildren. We have lived in Scottsdale for over 30 years and enjoy the Great Outdoors. As avid hikers and outdoor sports enthusiasts, we finally decided to purchase a vacation home. If you see a date that is blocked out, chances are we have pre-blocked it for ourselves, but reach out to us as our plans are a bit flexible and we may be able to unblock it just for you :)
We have 7 children (two still at home) and 7 grandchildren. We have lived in Scottsdale for over 30 years and enjoy the Great Outdoors. As avid hikers and outdoor sports enthusiasts, we finally decided to purchase a vacation home. If you see a date that is blocked out, chances are we have pre-blocked it for ourselves, but reach out to us as our plans are a bit flexible and we may be able to unblock it just for you :)
Why they chose this property
We absolutely love the Mogollon Rim. The drive from the Valley of the Sun is breathtaking and much more relaxing (and safer) than the drive to Prescott. Water Wheel in our opinion in one of the 10 best hiking destinations in Arizona and when this cabin, (which is sooo close to Water Wheel), came on the market, we simply could not resist. If you have an ATV, UTV or SxS you may bring it, (please do not run the engine past 9pm at night...aka please respect our neighbors). There are many, many trails to explore right from our neighborhood, and you will only have to unload your trailer once!
What makes this property unique
Location, location, yet easily accessible. The best of both worlds! In addition, being so close to the Rim, this area is like no other We've found in Arizona. The forest is incredibly diverse with oak, pine and juniper. The terrain is rugged and beautiful and offers amazing hiking and exploring. Elk, deer and other game are plentiful. There is also a rich hidden history that includes an early Native American race that disappeared, brave homesteaders taming this wild land, a railroad tycoon 'wannabe' that unsuccessfully drilled a tunnel into the top of the Rim, and the final battle between Apaches and the US Cavalry.
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