Listen to the trickling stream from your back porch. Watch butterflies play in the fruit trees. Pick a few blackberries and dip your toes in the water...
Blackberry Cabin is a cozy log cabin set back on an acre of pine and fruit trees in the community of Whispering Pines. The fenced backyard leads to the banks of the East Verde, sometimes a gushing river, other times a rocky stream, where locals wade and catch the stocked trout. Riverbanks are lined by grass, flowers and blackberries which you are welcome to pick! Our property includes a unique stone embankment where swallows and other birds like to zip by, with a steep hill behind leading to national forest land. Watch for wandering deer and elk!
Inside there is an open living and dining area with a fully stocked kitchen - just bring your favorite food! There is a loft bedroom with a pleasant sitting area close to the air on warm afternoons, with room for friends or family in the sleeper couch below. On cool fall or winter nights the toasty wood stove will keep you warm with that lovely radiant heat.
Whispering Pines is a small neighborhood of full time residents and visitors escaping the heat and bustle of the city! It is minutes from excellent hiking trails at Washington Park and various public access points on the East Verde. In addition to proximity to the ever-increasing line up of activities in Payson, it is close to local attractions like Tonto National Bridge, and the towns of Strawberry and Pine.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Our cabin is available to rent for no more than 4 individuals. Only exceptions are for small children, and requests must be confirmed by the owner.
Absolutely no camping or fires on the property
If more than 4 people are found to be staying, all guests will be asked to leave with no refund.
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Payson
Payson is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Tonto National Forest, while Rim Country Museum and Myra's Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 27 min drive - 20.6 km
Mazatzal Casino - 27 min drive - 22.8 km
Payson Golf Course - 30 min drive - 23.6 km
Pine-Strawberry Museum - 41 min drive - 41.5 km
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 42 min drive - 36.7 km
Getting around
Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 122 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy streamfront cabin nestled in the pines pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cozy streamfront cabin nestled in the pines?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy streamfront cabin nestled in the pines?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy streamfront cabin nestled in the pines located?
Situated in Payson, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tonto National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Banner Payson Medical Center. Green Valley Park and Mazatzal Casino are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
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This is an INCREDIBLE property. The backyard and riverbank is full of wonder and kept us busy for hours and hours. The surrounding area is absolutely gorgeous and full of spots to hike or take in the beautiful views. The cabin itself is good, it’s very cabin-esque and that was just fine with us. This is our second time back and I can’t wait to go again!
Much needed short vacation! Cabin got everything we needed. Only disappointment was the stream - lacking water due to summer and not much rain this season. We always stay near the East Verde river at other locations either during fall or early part of the year so we'll plan it better next time.
This is the cozy, tucked away cabin we were hoping for. So easy to get to all the nature and sights, including Tonto Bridge. All the amenities you need and the property is so beautiful you might not even want to venture out.
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon it was amazing the cabin is very clean and spacious with a beautiful backyard full of berries, I can’t wait to come back !
We really enjoyed the cabin. It was well supplied and they even gave us a special pancake mix and blackberry jam. The view outback is lovely with a walk down to the river/creek.
Blackberry Cabin is a perfect escape to nature. We enjoyed being right on the river and exploring the area. The cabin had plenty of space for us to sleep including really comfy couches and our hosts were very communicative and welcoming. We hope to visit again someday.
This was a get away for my husband’s Birthday! I was so impressed that everything I needed to make Thanksgiving dinner was there or something that would work…just bring the food! The little fireplace in the living room was so nice. It was so relaxing & just what we needed! Bonus..there were Elk down by the river…how exciting. Fabulous stay & my husband is talking about going back.
We so much enjoyed the cozy cabin surrounded in luscious green. A serene and peaceful place with the sound of the flowing stream and the fresh juniper breeze.
The description of the cabin was spot on! Beautiful location, nestled in pines with the sound of the East Verde River directly behind the cabin. The property was well kept and had a nice back yard area adjacent to the river. The host was very responsive to any questions and ensured an enjoyable stay.
It snowed while we were there, it was wonderful. The stream is juat outside a few steps from the back porch. Close to Payson and down the road from lots of hiking. Would definitely stay again.
Relaxing time. The views from the porch were amazing, the cabin was cleaned and equipped with everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this cabin for anyone looking to relax and unwind.
Great place to stay with the kids! Very relaxing but also a lot for the kiddos to do outside by the river. Very clean and we had a peaceful sleep. The air conditioning was great! Would definitely stay again. The host was very pleasant in his communication and everything was as he said it would be. We are grateful to the host for a wonderful stay.
The cabin was clean and comfortable. It worked perfectly for the two of us. We did cook while there but the kitchen was well stocked if we had needed to. Didn’t spend a lot of time at the cabin due to activities planned but enjoyed our time there. Quite area and it tucked away.
The cabin itself is a cute layout, the issue is a musty smell when you walk in. From there it just seemed to have gotten a little worse, the closet upstairs has a stale urine odor as well as in the bathroom. It's very outdated which is fine other than the carpet in the bathroom. When we went to bed there were children's underwear made into the bed. The blinds in the bathroom were very dusty and the bath mat in the shower has mold. The driveway is also meant for smaller compact vehicles. Unfortunately we drive bigger vehicles (lifted trucks) and in order for us to get in and out we had to go into the neighbors property just to be able to turn around to get out. The scenery was beautiful, the porch on the back deck was perfect for a quiet morning. I think this cabin has great potential if cleaning was done a bit better and maybe some updates to at least the flooring due to the waxy feeling on the carpet.
Stephanie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Gabriel Moore
My name is Gabriel, I own and manage Blackberry Cabin. Growing up in Scottsdale I have always been charmed by the big pines and the cool wilderness of Payson. I have enjoyed spending time in the area for the last 16 years with my wife and my two young girls - spring, summer, winter and fall - it's all great! We love the wildlife and serenity that we have up in the Rim country.
Why they chose this property
We fell for the cabin at first glance. A log cabin with hundreds of feet of waterfront and our own canyon walls? You bet! Our kids love the running between the cherry trees and picking the blackberries. Spend the day on the river, and then relax in a charming log cabin, we know you will love it as much as we do!
What makes this property unique
Walk right off the backyard into the East Verde river! What is better than that?
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