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Look for the welcoming sign on the gate to the driveway.
Front view of home
lounging couch is a queen sleeper. Has a spring mattress with foam topper
Dining area
View of kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Payson, AZ
  • Mazatzal Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Payson Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Holiday Hide Away

master bedroom king size bed, 2nd bedroom full size bed, loft has queen bed , futon in game room. full kitchen, laundry room, dining and living room with a sleeper couch, sun porch and game room. TV/movie area, pool table, pinball & video machine, dart board as well as games and puzzles. Covered patio area with charcoal grill and pellet grill. All this in a quiet wooded community close to the East Verde River. Access across a water crossing making the area quieter for our visitors. come and enjoy the wildlife and scenery in our little quiet part of the world. Pet friendly home but pet must be approved. Maximum stay 2 weeks

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and play & Hi Chair
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Events

No events allowed
Still only 8 people occupancy.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$25/pet, approval needed, trained, no puppies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are outside smoking areas provided.
No smoking/marijuana/vaping. inside . outside OK, $200 cleaning fee if you smoke inside, clean butts/pet waste, No pets in bedrm or on my bedding
You are approved for # you booked day/night, This effects housekeeping. Additional guests not on booking $10/day. occupancy of 8 enforced.
Jacuzzi lid must be on when not in use, due to safety, Leaving off it gets cold/and ruin the motor , no children unattended/no glass in jacuzzi area

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: still only 8 people occupancy.
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Payson

Located in Payson, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Tonto National Forest, while Rim Country Museum and Pine-Strawberry Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider 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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Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Mazatzal Casino - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Green Valley Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Payson Golf Course - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 20 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Crosswinds Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aliberto's Mexican Food - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Hide Away pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Holiday Hide Away ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Hide Away ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Hide Away located?

This family-friendly Payson holiday home is located on a river, steps from Tonto National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Green Valley Park. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Payson Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 109 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leia B.

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

Cabin with everything

This was an amazing cabin. It had everything you need from games and entertainment to beautiful scenery. We enjoyed the hot tub under the stars as. Walking to the verde river. So beautiful! Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami L.

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

Nice fun house

Had a wonderful time enjoying the jacuzzi and game room. Beds were comfortable and the house comes with anything you could need. Great communication with landlords.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

DANICA T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed staying so close to national forest land. The creek and going on walks next to it were wonderful. The hideaway has a nice patio with umbrella and pellet grill. Kid really enjoyed the loft. Bathrooms, bedrooms, and fridge were very clean. Floor was dirty and everything in the main area seemed like it had a coating of dust on it…perhaps it had been empty for awhile? But otherwise this place had everything we needed including blender and grilling accessories and a nice big table in the main area for playing games. Game room was neat but remember to bring extra quarters. TV upstairs had Disney and there’s also a screened in porch up there for those interesting in reading. Hot tub was well-maintained and hot! Appreciated the mud room and laundry area being close to the hot tub!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene H.

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

Holiday Hide Away

Loved staying here. It's exactly as described. The owners are very nice and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brianna G.

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

Family Cabin

Super fun family cabin! The kids had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Cute and cozy house perfect for the whole family

This house was exactly as described. We loved every minute of our stay. The house had everything you could think of for a weekend get away. Right outside of Payson, it gave the perfect feel for a weekend in the woods. This friendly community was great for our kids to be outside able to play and go for a walk by the river. We’d love to visit this home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Craig W.

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

New years getaway

Property was more in a tighter neighborhood than we expected. With cabins very close. But neighborhood was very respectful and quit. The host gave amazing perfect directions to the cabin and was easy to communicate with multiple ways. Layout of the property was fun, the game room and hot tub were a hit! Thank you and have a great 2025!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

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

Best stay

It was perfect for our needs. Closer to town would have made it better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

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

Little Gem

These guys have gone above and beyond. Lots of little extras here. very intimate and cozy. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

Great Holiday Getaway

The cabin was perfect for the Christmas holiday - spacious with plenty of entertainment offerings. We are a family of four with two dogs and were very comfortable in the cabin. The kitchen is updated and worked well for cooking family meals. Neighborhood felt safe and the nearby hiking trail was a bonus. Verla was very helpful upon arrival and the detailed instructions in the cabin made our stay seamless.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

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

Great stay for families

Lots to do at the actual property as well as the area around. Great for kids. Outdoor area is perfect for hanging out and eating outside. Owner is close for any concerns or questions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Phoenix Arizona

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

Just like home

The cabin was beautiful, loved the personal touches. Bottle of wine, games very cozy. Would love to bring my grandbabies next time. So many things for the kids to do. Especially loved the hand quilted blankets. Only complaint was the mattress in the second bedroom very springy. The jacuzzi was great and our dogs LOVED the yard. Verla was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber E.

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

Wonderful Family-Friendly Property

Our family of 4 plus our pup had a fantastic stay at this property! The cabin was very clean and well-equipped with towels, linens, and dishes/cookware, etc. A family with kids will never be bored at Holiday Hide-A-Way- the basketball hoop, pool table, dart board, pinball machine, arcade machine, hot tub, and horseshoe pit were a ton of fun for my sons. Not to mention, access to the East Verde River is less than a 5 minute walk from the property, and it is really beautiful; on one side of the water bridge the river is more like a creek in some places and my kids loved playing in the water. Verla was very easy to communicate with, and she prompltly responded to any questions I had. Holiday Hide-A-Way is an amazing value for the price when considering the location and all of the amenities provided- we definitely hope to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn41189@gmail.com E.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

it was scary

I needed a few days to rest and I couldn't do it, the property is really very old, the children were scared, just like me and my husband, the neighbors didn't let us listen to music when it was 4 in the afternoon, the sheets still had a bad smell The cabin has a smell of an empty house, nothing fresh and the coffee maker still had the coffee from the previous guest
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Amazing relaxing getaway

My family stayed here during spring break for a few days and had a wonderful time. Communication was wonderful throughout our stay and there were plenty of directions left in the home to guide us on working everything. We did bring food and coffee with us even tho there was some there for our use. We always try to leave more behind than we take just to be considerate. We enjoyed playing some games, sitting on the back patio, soaking in the hot tub, adventuring into town, hiking the tonto natural bridge, and spending time together as a family. One thing I will mention is making sure you get directions on your phone before leaving the house because there is absolutely zero cell service if not connected to the WiFi lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephani T.

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

Fun in the woods!

We had a great stay here! It was beautiful fun cabin. Very homey and cheery,. Host left us a bottle of wine, s'more stuff, and dry cereal, and pancake mis. Lots to do at the house. Hot tub was perfect. The kids enjoyed the fluffly soft robes. They enjoyed the loft. The trundle beds were perfect. The pellet stove was perfect warmth and gave nice ambience like a cabin in the woods. The creek crossing was a surpise, but we were able to cross in our mini van and our Ford Leaf. The kids enjoyed planing in the water even though it was chilly in March. Pinball and pool table and darts kept the kids busy for hours. It was nostalgic to see VHS player in the game room downstairs that worked and all the movies from my childhood there. The backyard is great for playing horse shoes and sitting outside to share a meal. Really enjoyed our stay! Hope to return. Thank you Verla and Wes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Cameron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David E.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becki B.

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

Fun time!

Loved the special touches and things to do on the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

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

Relaxing Week in the Forest

Verla has a wonderful home for a nice vacation in the Pines. The kids loved the pool table, darts, and video games. The hiking was really pretty and a really good workout. The house is nice for multiple people. It was nice to have the whole yard fenced in for the kids and the dog. Lots to do around the house. No need to go into town to do anything. Wifi was a little spotty, but we were not up there to be on our phones. Verla was quick to respond if we needed anything. Lots of nice touches like a s’mores kit, fresh flowers on the dining room table, some packets of gingerbread oatmeal for the fall season, and some mints on the dining room table too. The only thing that was different from the pictures was that the loft only had a queen size bed, and the twin bed that was in the picture is now a rollaway bed for someone to sleep in the sunroom. Not a huge deal to us other than the kids fighting for about five minutes about who was going to sleep in the sunroom and who was going to sleep in the loft! Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind R.

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

Great Place, Great Hosts, Great Location!

We had a great time at Holiday Hide-a-Way. The place felt like home. Very cozy, clean and comfortable. Many amenities. Our dogs enjoyed it too. The hiking was excellent. Conveniently located near Payson yet away just a few miles enough to feel out of town and nestled. Stars were amazing! Verde Valley has great and helpful neighbors. The hosts were so accommodating and even helped me with a car situation. I am forever grateful for their kindness and generosity. They are Grace.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wes or Verla Dockter

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My husband and I have been married over 52 years, proud parents to 2 children that have blessed us with 4 grandchildren. We love to travel and purchased a home in this lovely area in 2004. Our grandchildren call it our camper house. In 2014 we purchased the home next to our 'camper House'. We now have 3 vacation homes. We live down the street so we are close by for any needs. We have stayed in Vacation Rentals and have tried to include the things we have liked most into this vacation rental. If not let us know what we can improve on.

Why they chose this property

We totally have fallen in love with this area so when we had the opportunity to purchase the 3 homes we decided to make them into vacation rentals. We live down the street from the rentals.

What makes this property unique

home owner close by for any problems or questions, area is quiet and children can play outside in the fenced in yard. Surrounded by the national forest area where you can take your quads out riding,(must be street licensed and follow speed limits while in housing area) You can ride out on the Forest roads. You can fish on the East Verde River which is a close walk from our home. If you have additional family members and need additional room the house next to this is VRBO # 969492 or #2680098.

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