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Nothing heals your work-life balance better than the summer sun warming your skin, the earth crunching beneath your feet, and cascading waterfalls filling your vision, so clear your calendar for a stay at this Payson vacation rental! The 4-bed, 2-bath cottage provides the ideal base for all varieties of outdoor enthusiast. Hike the Water Wheel Falls Trail along the East Verde River, explore the Tonto National Forest, or simply toast marshmallows over the fire pit. It’s up to you!
OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS: East Verde River (0.2 miles), Water Wheel Falls (2.6 miles), Shoofly Ruins (7.2 miles), Green Valley Park (13.7 miles), Arizona Trailhead (14.5 miles), The Boulders Loop Trailhead (16.3 miles), Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (21.4 miles), Fossil Springs Trailhead (30.9 miles), Willow Springs Lake (42.6 miles), Mogollon Rim (44.6 miles), Woods Canyon Lake (45.0 miles), Montezuma Castle National Monument (69.2 miles)
NATIONAL FORESTS: Tonto National Forest (on-site), Coconino National Forest (28.3 miles), Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest (40.0 miles),
THINGS TO SEE + DO: Rim Country Museum and Zane Grey Cabin (13.6 miles), Payson Event Center (13.9 miles), Pine Creek Lavender Farm Store and Cooking School (23.5 miles), Strawberry & Pine Antiques (26.0 miles), Strawberry Schoolhouse - One Room (27.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (97.0 miles)
This house is in a great location and is well maintained. Eric (the owner) was super friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Friendly neighbors give pointers for some great spots to visit. Would certainly stay here again!
My family & I had a wonderful time at Whispering Pines. The cottage was decorated beautifully. Looked just like the photos. It was nice having 2 living rooms so that people could spread out into different areas. The dining room worked great for family meals & games. The 7 yr old & 4 yr old had fun pushing trucks down the hallway & between rooms. They also enjoyed the selection of movies/games in the front closet. We all enjoyed sitting out by the firepit at night. The string lights made it extra special. We sat in the rocking chairs during the rainstorm. My niece & her family took several scenic hikes & the 2 kids tried a little fishing. On our last day we all drove down to the creek . The scenery was beautiful. It was so great to see elk & cows along the road. Several of us took a ride into Payson to browse through a couple antique shops. The whole family really enjoyed the weekend & look forward to future trips at the cottage.
Eric, the owner, was a very gracious host.
My children and I really enjoyed this past weekend at the property. Close to river crossings and hikes. Home was clean and well stocked. Host was quick to respond and helpful! Thank you!
*This review was originally posted on Vrbo
We do a family trip every year. This place is close to a lot of fun stuff to do! The host was wonderful and always checking in to see if we needed anything. Would definitely stay here again!
*This review was originally posted on Vrbo
We had a great stay, the cottage is deep in the woods, in a quiet little community, mins from water wheel falls.
*This review was originally posted on Vrbo
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