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The Ultimate Family Hideaway– Peaceful Lodge with Theater, Arcade & Forest Views
Family-friendly chalet with fitness centre and Hot tub
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8274.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
- Place, Dripping Springs
- Place, Pine-Strawberry Museum
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Family room with Futon
1 Double Sofa Bed
King Bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Queen Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Queen Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
King Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Queen Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Ultimate Family Hideaway– Peaceful Lodge with Theater, Arcade & Forest Views
Glowing Pines Lodge – A Serene Mountain Retreat
Welcome to Glowing Pines Lodge, your three-level sanctuary nestled in the pine forest, where tranquility reigns and nature whispers. This isn’t a venue for loud ragers — it's a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect. Guests return year after year not just for the amenities, but for the peaceful reverence that fills the air.
Soak in the views through floor-to-ceiling chalet windows, catch sight of deer or elk wandering through the yard, or unwind in the hot tub under a canopy of pines. Challenge each other to a game of pool, sneak away to the private theater, or play a low-key arcade game — always with a mellow, respectful rhythm.
Here, every moment is meant to soothe, not stress. If you’re imagining late-all-night parties, this isn’t that place. Instead, imagine quiet evenings by the fire, soft laughter, deep sleep, and waking up refreshed to birdsong and forest air.
Whether you're escaping summer heat or embracing a winter wonderland, Glowing Pines Lodge offers something timeless — respite, calm, and meaningful connection.
CABIN AND GROUNDS
3000 square feet | ½ Acre Wooded Lot | Maximum 8 Guests | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 3 Living Rooms (Game rooms!) | Theater | Deck with View | 4 Outdoor Seating Areas | 1 mile from town center and trails | Wall of Windows | Cathedral Ceilings | Open Concept | Multi Level | Gas Stone Fireplace | Rustic Decor | Backup Generator for Power Outages | Washer and Dryer | Outdoor Gas Fire Feature | Grill | Propane | Porch Swing | Desk/Workspace | Smart Locks | Contactless Check-In | Safe Neighborhood
WORKSPACE
Principal Suite: Private desk
Loft: Additional desk
BEDROOMS
Principal Suite: king bed, full bath | Suite 2: queen bed | Bedroom 3: queen bed | Bedroom 4: queen bed | Additional Sleeping: queen pull out couch.
ENTERTAINMENT
6-Person Gated Spa | Theater with 6 Leather Recliners | Pool Table | Poker Table with Clay Chips | Badminton Net | Arcade Games: Pac Man, Star Wars, Golden Tee, Galaga, Dig Dug| Playstation 5| Game Table | Direct TV | Corn Hole | Puzzles | Huge Game Selection | Horseshoes | Bocce Ball | Dart Board |Mini Ping Pong|
KITCHEN
K-cup Coffee Maker | Drip Coffee Maker | Air Fyer | Gas Range/Oven | Microwave | Kitchenaid Stand Mixer| Ninja Emersion Blender | Kitchen Aid Food Processor |Blender | Crock Pot | Waffle Iron | Toaster | Roasting Pans | Baking Pans | Muffin Pans | Cooking Tools | Grilling Tools | Serveware | Flatware | Dishware | Cocktail Shaker | Basic Condiments | Basic Spices | Grill | Dishwasher | Food Saver
AMENITIES AND INCLUSIONS
Starlink | WiFI | Fresh Sheets | Fresh Quilts | Fresh Towels | Laundry Detergent | Dishwasher Detergent | Dish Soap | Paper Towels | Toilet Paper | New Sponge | Cleaning Supplies | Hand Soap | Body Wash | Shampoo | Hair Dryers | Propane | Backup Generator | Central AC and Heating | Gas Outdoor Fire Feature | Gas Grill
PARKING/ACCESS
2 Vehicles in Front | 2 Vehicles in Back | Full set of Steps from front lower level to main level | 2 steps from back parking to main level | Full set of steps to loft
RULES/RESTRICTIONS
Max 8 Guests | Hot Tub Rules | Pets Prohibited | Parties Prohibited | No Wood Burning Fires | No Smoking | No Candles | Local Fire Restrictions (seasonal) | Must be 25 to book | May be asked to show Photo ID upon arrival | No feeding wildlife | Noise restrictions - quiet hours
LOCAL SERVICES
PINE (1 Mi): Ponderosa Market | Uncle Tom’s Kwik Stop | Banner Health Clinic | Pine Hardwood | Pine-Strawberry Fire Station 41 | Pinewood Tavern | Old County Inn | Early Bird Cafe | Old County Burger | That Brewery | The Rusty Pinecone | The Honey Stand | Pine Lavender Farm | Fancy Finds | Sky’s | Tymeless Antiques | Moose Mountain Antiques | Pinecreek Fudge and Espresso | The Herb Stop
STRAWBERRY (4.7 Mi): PIEbar, Mamma Joe’s Itallian Grill, Bandit’s Restaurant, Sportsman’s Chalet,
PAYSON (15 Mi): Banner Payson Medical Center| Walmart | Home Depot | Basha’s | Walgreens | Safeway | Firestone | Many Other Mainstream Retailers
AIRPORT: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (100 mi)
ATTRACTIONS
HIKING: Pine Trailhead (1mi) | Bearfoot Trailhead (4.4 mi) | Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (7 mi) | Water Wheel Trailhead (20 mi) | Potato Lake (18 mi) | Fossil Springs Trail (9 mi) | Paleo Site (29 mi)
HISTORICAL SITES: Strawberry Schoolhouse (4.7 mi) | Shoofly Indian Ruins (15.7 mi) | Rim Country Museum and Zane Grey Cabin (16.3 mi) | Montezuma Castle National Monument (48.9 mi)
SCENIC DRIVES (ORV RECOMMENDED): Rim Road 300 | Pine-Strawberry Trail | Control Road
LONG DAY TRIPS: Jerome/Cottonwood | Sedona | Flagstaff | Snowbowl Skiing
Gila County STR#: 2509-0072
Welcome to Glowing Pines Lodge, your three-level sanctuary nestled in the pine forest, where tranquility reigns and nature whispers. This isn’t a venue for loud ragers — it's a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect. Guests return year after year not just for the amenities, but for the peaceful reverence that fills the air.
Soak in the views through floor-to-ceiling chalet windows, catch sight of deer or elk wandering through the yard, or unwind in the hot tub under a canopy of pines. Challenge each other to a game of pool, sneak away to the private theater, or play a low-key arcade game — always with a mellow, respectful rhythm.
Here, every moment is meant to soothe, not stress. If you’re imagining late-all-night parties, this isn’t that place. Instead, imagine quiet evenings by the fire, soft laughter, deep sleep, and waking up refreshed to birdsong and forest air.
Whether you're escaping summer heat or embracing a winter wonderland, Glowing Pines Lodge offers something timeless — respite, calm, and meaningful connection.
CABIN AND GROUNDS
3000 square feet | ½ Acre Wooded Lot | Maximum 8 Guests | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 3 Living Rooms (Game rooms!) | Theater | Deck with View | 4 Outdoor Seating Areas | 1 mile from town center and trails | Wall of Windows | Cathedral Ceilings | Open Concept | Multi Level | Gas Stone Fireplace | Rustic Decor | Backup Generator for Power Outages | Washer and Dryer | Outdoor Gas Fire Feature | Grill | Propane | Porch Swing | Desk/Workspace | Smart Locks | Contactless Check-In | Safe Neighborhood
WORKSPACE
Principal Suite: Private desk
Loft: Additional desk
BEDROOMS
Principal Suite: king bed, full bath | Suite 2: queen bed | Bedroom 3: queen bed | Bedroom 4: queen bed | Additional Sleeping: queen pull out couch.
ENTERTAINMENT
6-Person Gated Spa | Theater with 6 Leather Recliners | Pool Table | Poker Table with Clay Chips | Badminton Net | Arcade Games: Pac Man, Star Wars, Golden Tee, Galaga, Dig Dug| Playstation 5| Game Table | Direct TV | Corn Hole | Puzzles | Huge Game Selection | Horseshoes | Bocce Ball | Dart Board |Mini Ping Pong|
KITCHEN
K-cup Coffee Maker | Drip Coffee Maker | Air Fyer | Gas Range/Oven | Microwave | Kitchenaid Stand Mixer| Ninja Emersion Blender | Kitchen Aid Food Processor |Blender | Crock Pot | Waffle Iron | Toaster | Roasting Pans | Baking Pans | Muffin Pans | Cooking Tools | Grilling Tools | Serveware | Flatware | Dishware | Cocktail Shaker | Basic Condiments | Basic Spices | Grill | Dishwasher | Food Saver
AMENITIES AND INCLUSIONS
Starlink | WiFI | Fresh Sheets | Fresh Quilts | Fresh Towels | Laundry Detergent | Dishwasher Detergent | Dish Soap | Paper Towels | Toilet Paper | New Sponge | Cleaning Supplies | Hand Soap | Body Wash | Shampoo | Hair Dryers | Propane | Backup Generator | Central AC and Heating | Gas Outdoor Fire Feature | Gas Grill
PARKING/ACCESS
2 Vehicles in Front | 2 Vehicles in Back | Full set of Steps from front lower level to main level | 2 steps from back parking to main level | Full set of steps to loft
RULES/RESTRICTIONS
Max 8 Guests | Hot Tub Rules | Pets Prohibited | Parties Prohibited | No Wood Burning Fires | No Smoking | No Candles | Local Fire Restrictions (seasonal) | Must be 25 to book | May be asked to show Photo ID upon arrival | No feeding wildlife | Noise restrictions - quiet hours
LOCAL SERVICES
PINE (1 Mi): Ponderosa Market | Uncle Tom’s Kwik Stop | Banner Health Clinic | Pine Hardwood | Pine-Strawberry Fire Station 41 | Pinewood Tavern | Old County Inn | Early Bird Cafe | Old County Burger | That Brewery | The Rusty Pinecone | The Honey Stand | Pine Lavender Farm | Fancy Finds | Sky’s | Tymeless Antiques | Moose Mountain Antiques | Pinecreek Fudge and Espresso | The Herb Stop
STRAWBERRY (4.7 Mi): PIEbar, Mamma Joe’s Itallian Grill, Bandit’s Restaurant, Sportsman’s Chalet,
PAYSON (15 Mi): Banner Payson Medical Center| Walmart | Home Depot | Basha’s | Walgreens | Safeway | Firestone | Many Other Mainstream Retailers
AIRPORT: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (100 mi)
ATTRACTIONS
HIKING: Pine Trailhead (1mi) | Bearfoot Trailhead (4.4 mi) | Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (7 mi) | Water Wheel Trailhead (20 mi) | Potato Lake (18 mi) | Fossil Springs Trail (9 mi) | Paleo Site (29 mi)
HISTORICAL SITES: Strawberry Schoolhouse (4.7 mi) | Shoofly Indian Ruins (15.7 mi) | Rim Country Museum and Zane Grey Cabin (16.3 mi) | Montezuma Castle National Monument (48.9 mi)
SCENIC DRIVES (ORV RECOMMENDED): Rim Road 300 | Pine-Strawberry Trail | Control Road
LONG DAY TRIPS: Jerome/Cottonwood | Sedona | Flagstaff | Snowbowl Skiing
Gila County STR#: 2509-0072
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cabin is not baby-toddler proofed.
Events
No events allowed
Gatherings of agreed upon occupants must be quiet
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside, when no fire restrictions. Pick up butts.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the sheets/comforters/blankets on the beds, and put towels in the laundry room. (It’s easier for us to address stains, wear and tear prior to washing this way).
Please put rubbish from each can in the lodge into the outdoor cans. Ensure that the 3 bungees on each trash can are very tight and secure to avoid access by wildlife.
Return games, speakers, furniture to original location.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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: Gatherings of agreed upon occupants must be quiet
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
Property Registration Number 21533348
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pine
Located in Pine, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Tonto National Forest, while Myra's Art Gallery and Pine-Strawberry Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pine, AZ
What's nearby
- Myra's Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Pine-Strawberry Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Mazatzal Casino - 28 min drive - 31.4 km
- Payson Golf Course - 30 min drive - 32.2 km
Restaurants
- PIEbar - 9 min drive
- Old County Inn - 4 min drive
- The Early Bird Cafe - 4 min drive
- Sportman's Chalet - 9 min drive
- Pinewood Tavern - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Anissa
Team Gunther has family residing between Payson, AZ and Hawaii. Their roots run deep in the travel industry, as workers and world adventurers. They are thrilled to use this skill set to create an amazing experience for guests seeking memories in the great state of Arizona.
Why they chose this property
The Gunthers believe in keeping a balance of hard work and hard play, always in an environment that feeds their soul. Glowing Pines Lodge immediately sang out to them as that special place that provides the setting to play hard, relax, bond, and just feel so darn great living life.
What makes this property unique
We will go above and beyond to help you have a fun and memorable vacation. Communication and prevention is essential! The generator has really come through in the winter- why end your vacation when there is a 2 day power outage during snow and 30 degree weather? Our cleaning and maintenance team is THE BEST in the area, and we are very thankful for our partnership. We love to support our community and encourage our guests to shop local, slow down, smile and let Pine into your life.
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