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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Fireplace
Barbecue grill
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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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Languages

English

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Payson Vacation Rental | 3BR | 3BA | 1,735 Sq Ft | Steps Required

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

25 April 2025

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

Fantastic creek side property

Wonderful creek side property with many amenities! The home was beautiful and clean with many amenities, games and very thoughtful touches by the hosts to make the most of your stay.The location is perfectly located on the creek with deep pools and the relaxing sounds. The lawn area in front was perfect for outdoor games in the woods with the kids and the property is a very short distance from amazing hiking (including sections of the AZ Trail).Great escape less than 2 hours from the valley

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

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

Evelyn E.

4 October 2024

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

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.

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

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

Svilen N.

29 July 2024

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Phenomenal location

Phenomenal location, very relaxing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

25 June 2024

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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.

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

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

Jared S.

25 March 2024

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

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

30 September 2023

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

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.

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

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Wonderful long weekend!

Thanks for a grat stay cation! <3

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

31 August 2023

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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

16 July 2023

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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.

10 June 2023

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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.

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

Debbie K., Chandler

16 April 2023

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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.

19 March 2023

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

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.

20 October 2022

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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

21 September 2022

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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

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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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement bedroom

King Bedroom

Queen bedroom

2 bathrooms

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