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Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome!

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a large window.
A spacious living room with a dark-colored sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
A wooden porch with a bench, a rocking chair, and a small table.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, including a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a leather sofa.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden floor, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set against mountain views, this cabin features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 8 guests. Families can enjoy activities like mountain biking, climbing, and hiking nearby. The property includes a patio for outdoor gatherings. It is pet-friendly, making it suitable for families traveling with pets. Explore attractions like Lake One and Horse Trap Lake.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Payson, AZ
  • Place, Mongollon Rim Visitor Center
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Willow Springs Lake Recreation Area
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Woods Canyon Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome!

Tucked up under the Mogollon Rim Lookout, this 1800 sq foot single story home is perfect for enjoying a getaway with family or friends. Kick back and relax while you explore our multiple spaces within the nearly 7 acre Homestead property. Plenty of trails for hiking and horseback riding. We have space for several horses with 5 stalls, turn outs, and a round pen. The adjacent property, the Colcord Mountain Hideaway can be rented separately or together with the Retreat.

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House Rules

Check in after 11:00 AM
Check out before 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 Pack and Plays available upon request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 large dog or 2 small dogs are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside will forfeit deposit immediately.
No events, parties, or large gatherings without prior notification and/or permission.
No ATV's or motorized dirt bikes are to be ridden on the property. Please go slowly through the neighborhood until you reach authorized public roads.
Do not park campers or trailers on the property without prior notification and or permission.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3015336vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Payson

Located in Payson, this cabin is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Young Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tonto National Forest and Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling, hunting and mountain biking.
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Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Mongollon Rim Visitor Center - 24 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Willow Springs Lake Recreation Area - 25 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Lake One - 25 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Sardine Point Day Use Area - 29 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Woods Canyon Lake - 36 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 126 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome!?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome!?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Private Mountain Retreat with room to roam! Horses welcome! located?

This family-friendly Payson cabin is located in the mountains, steps from Tonto National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and Lake One. Mongollon Rim Visitor Center and Willow Springs Lake Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and beautiful location! Especially loved this ability to hike just behind the home—no need to drive anywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you! We love it here and are so happy you enjoyed the property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful country and the stay there was very peaceful. Just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous time. The kitchen was well stocked and the house had everything we needed. Cindy was very attentive and answered any questions quickly. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2026
Thank you so much for being great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cozy clean cabin on such a gorgeous property. Very quiet and secluded and super comfy and well-equipped. Owner was really responsive, friendly and welcoming! Cant wait to come back! Thank you Martins!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Thank you for being a great guest! We love our little slice of heaven and are happy you enjoyed it too. Looking forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. We used it with a group for our elk Hunt. The host was perfect. She responded right away and took care of our every need.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you for coming! Glad it worked for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay and Cindy was very responsive to our needs

We came from Phoenix to get away from the heat. Beautiful property. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
Great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place! Cozy, comfortable getaway

We had a great time staying in this house. Cindy was super responsive and the house was clean, comfortable and cozy. We brought our German Shepherd and the property was great for him with the fenced area. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Thank you for coming!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

What a delightful, beautiful and cozy home. Cindy & Dave were absolutely excellent hosts! Very warm and inviting. Our kids had plenty of room to run around and be free. The whole property was very spacious and well kept. We will definitely be back to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent host and property.

The host was very responsive, went out of her way to make sure stay went well.. she was very communicative. My family really enjoyed spending Thanksgiving at this Property. We would definitely come back to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day 2023

Excellent accomodations in a quiet secluded neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thank you for being great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful, relaxing get away. House was clean, and had great communication with the host. We got there at night, a little hard to find. Also, A/C not available throughout the house, only kitchen and living room (portable units). But, overall, a great stay and anyone should rent from these hosts with confidence.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway!

Could not be happier with our stay. 4 days in a beautiful loft surrounded by nature. Comfortable bed, spacious and perfect amenities. The gas little stove heating the room in the loft added to the rooms romantic feel. It was beyond perfect. The host was so sweet and checked in on us upon arriving. We had everything we needed for a post holiday getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING, BEAUTIFUL, SERENE!!!!

This place is simply breathtaking. You can hear the wind in the trees! We saw many deer! The owners go above and beyond. Cindy was helpful whenever we had questions and gave us a few really cool suggestions of places to go. I would highly recommend!!! 10 stars!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thoughtful guests! Thank you so much for staying with us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wildlife Abounds

Nice property, a little hard to find the entrance to. But all of the wildlife we saw every day made up for any of the inconvenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2023
Thank you for the review! We love the wildlife too! Sorry the entrance was hard to find, we are working with google to pinpoint the address more specifically.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cindy kept you up to date all of the time! Retreat is off the beaten path, but we’ll worth the drive.Woods Canyon Lake & Willow Springs are 15-25 minutes away—For all those who can’t live without Wi-Fi, it’s definitely hooked up-3 Adults & 2 kids stayed with x-box tagging along-Just Bring your meals to cook-EVERYTHING ELSE IS SUPPLIED 5**
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

89 year old dads elk hunt home away from home

Want a great experience, great house and the best communicating owners? This checks all the boxes. Dad got drawn for the 23N early elk hunt. We didnt want to drag all our "stuff" up the hill. This put us right in the middle of the unit and we had plenty of room for family working the hunt. We will be booking again with the Martin family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
So glad this worked out for you. It was a pleasure to host you and your family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful New Years Getaway

Absolutely beautiful property inside and out!! My husband and I with our small furr baby came up for four nights over New Years holiday, the house is so inviting and cozy! The kitchen is well equipped with all the cooking/baking utensils and appliances you need to make amazing meals or sweet treats. Also, we were so excited to wake up to see deer daily grazing close to the house.. and even during our walks there were beautiful birds and funny squirrels to keep you entertained for hours! We will definitely be coming back! Thanks for the amazing experience Cindy and Dave!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2024
Thank you for coming! We love our wildlife and are so happy you got to see it as well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

We stayed here to get out of the hustle and bustle and have a couple days to disconnect for my husbands birthday with our 10 month old and pups. The property was so much more beautiful in person. We got there for perfect weather. If you are able to make it to this property in the snow…gorgeous!! For the holidays they had a tree all decorated and stockings above the fireplace. We had the whole 7 acres to ourselves, the other rental was vacant! So we got to play in the snow and walk the property! Cindy was more than helpful when a couple small issues arose, and we got it figured out right away! Awesome wood burning fireplace. The rental had everything you needed plus more! Cute s’mores basket when we arrived. Plenty of linens, dishes, etc. They have a rental right next to the main house, would be perfect to rent out both for a friends or family trip. It is off the beaten path, you take a maintained dirt road for a few miles so make sure you have a car that can handle that. We brought our truck and snow chains. Didn’t end up needing chains because the snow melted enough. 10/10 would stay again! Thank you Martin family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 December 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed our property. Please come again in the summer, it is even more beautiful and so much cooler than the city! We are all about “family” and spending time together. Thank you again for staying.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Getaway

My family just spent the most wonderful Christmas at this beautiful property. Cindy was an absolute dream to communicate with & did not miss a beat providing us with everything we needed to know prior to arriving. When we arrived, a beautiful lit up Christmas tree had been set up for us. The pictures are amazing, but do not do the spaciousness of this home justice. There was more than enough room for our family of 7 to relax, for us to cook, enjoy family meals together, & so much beautiful space outside to run around & explore. It's also VERY pet friendly which is a must for us as we never leave home without our dogs. There is an area outside that is fenced in, which was perfect to keep them safe when they went out. We used the grill to cook outside & enjoy the beauty that surrounded us. We saw so many deer around which was an added plus. Something I'm not sure is pictured, is a cute swing on a tree on the property that was one of my grandsons favorite parts. On Christmas day, we decided to drive to Willow Springs Lake that was just a short drive away(about 20 mins). To our surprise, we got there to snow everywhere for us to play in. The home is definitely in a secluded area, away from town but I was prepared for that by bringing everything we needed so we didn't have to drive about 30 mins into town. There is a dirt road about 2 miles long to get to/from the property but my Nisaan Altima had no problems as its fairly smooth. 10/10 & can't wait to return. Thank you Cindy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
We are so happy your stay was wonderful! We appreciate and are excited when families can enjoy our home as much as we do! We look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this beautiful property. The cabin is unique and has great decor. It was spacious yet felt cozy and comfortable. The owners are wonderful and responsive. We look forward to coming back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
Thank you for being great guests! When the refrigerator had an issue you went above and beyond and we are grateful! We appreciate you and hope to see you again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Martin

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Cindy and her husband Dave are avid equestrians. They love to bring their horses and ride the trails all over the mountain. They purchased their original property, The Homestead because they fell in love with the history and found out later it was Homesteaded by Cindy's ancestors in 1895! In their spare time, they work on renovating properties. Dave is the ultimate handy man following Cindy's visions!

Why they chose this property

In 2019 we came upon an extraordinary property under the rim and knew we wanted to be the next guardians of The Homestead. We committed ourselves to providing TLC (Tender Loving Care) and BST (Blood Sweat and Tears) required to preserve its history while transforming it into something special to share. The next year we purchased the property adjacent to The Homestead and began to make it a perfect getaway for family and friends. We hope you enjoy your time at one of our two Retreat accommodations, and that you will make some wonderful memories in this spectacular spot right under the Mogollon Rim.

What makes this property unique

The Colcord Mountain Retreat and the Colcord Mountain Hideaway are adjacent to each other and located on the SW corner of the Martin Family Homestead. Both the Retreat and the Hideaway can be rented together or individually. Perfect for enjoying a getaway with family or friends to enjoy the spaces that scream "mountain retreat"! Kick back and relax in multiple indoor and outdoor spaces within the nearly 7 acre Homestead.
We have 5 stalls, turnout, and a round pen for our horse visitors as well.

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