Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby
Looking for a perfect place to get away? Planning a vacation for the entire family? Rent an amazing log cabin in the pines on an adventuresome one-acre hillside with rock formations, trails, tree house with a swinging bridge, site water fountain and waterfalls, pond, outside fire pit and grill, climb up to the "crow's nest" or down the spiral staircase over a 9' rock cliff, or see how high you can go in the pine tree swing, relax in the hammock, jump on the trampoline, play basketball in the parking area.
Fish for trout in the nearby stream. Enjoy many nearby hikes including a beautiful box canyon at "Water wheel" (one mile away) with waterfalls, cliff jumping and swimming holes. Other nearby attractions include Tonto Natural Bridge, Fossil Springs, Pine-Strawberry Museum, Railroad Tunnel Trail TR390. Payson is only 15 minutes away for shopping, restaurants, movies, etc. (see below for more details)
Spacious 200 sf Cabin is constructed on a hillside of real logs (no drywall), all interior is logs and knotty pine. Two bedrooms with queen sized beds plus a large loft with 2 bunk beds and 6 floor pads for sleeping if needed, 2 baths, laundry room with washer and dryer, dining area, large family area, table games in the coat closet, 800 sf exterior raised wood deck. Cabin completely furnished.
HDTV, DVD, internet, WIFI, full kitchen and all utensils, pellet wood heating stoe and electric space heaters, upstairs and downstairs floor AC units for summer time (no central AC/heating), ceiling fans, coffee maker, dishqwasher, blender, microwave, electric sotve/oven, side by side refrigerator with icemaker, toaster, piano.
Outside propane BBQ grill on deck plus a Traeger pellet grill near fire pit area (just turn on and set the temperature).
Detached garage includes a ping pong table and fusball game. Parking area is large enough for several vehicles and a trailer if needed. Firewood is ready for a fire in the fire pit (sometimes the national forest has restrictions on outside fires during dry summers).
Cabin is less than 2 hours from Phoenix below the gorgeous Mogollon Rim in Arizona and a 15 minute drive northeast of Payson on Houston-Mesa Road. The towns of Pine and Strawberry are a little over a half hour away with many fun and interesting attractions. Here is some additional information about other local outdoor activities: Tonto Natural Bridge is an impressive stone formation located just north of Payson. The entrance to the park is about 10 miles north of Payson along highway 897. There are two paths down. The bridge itself is an amazing site with a stream passing underneath and waterfalls pouring from above. The park also features other hiking trails, picnic areas and a gift shop. Fossil Springs and fossil Creek area little know wonders of the rim country of central Arizona. As this scenic canyon approaches the base of the Mogollon Rim, it suddenly transforms from a rather typical high desert canyon to an amazing water wonderland. Directions: turn left on Fossil Creek Road (FR708) at Strawberry Lodge in the town of Strawberry. Go 4 miles west on a dirt road. Turn right and progress .5 mile to the trailhead parking lot. Railroad Tunnel Trail TR390. Go north trough Whispering pines past the first fork in the road (keep going straight) until you come to the next road that turns right on FR32 (see sign to Washington Park). Drive about 5 miles on gravel road to Washington Park trailhead parking lot. Once on the trail, watch for small sign on the trail that goes to the right up a steeper climb to the railroad tunnel. After resting at the tunnel, you can conyinue your hike to the top of the rim. There you will will a historical marker that describes the battle of Big Dry Wash where 16 to 27 warriors were killed. If you follow the road 1 mile further north you come to General Springs Cabin which was built in 1918 and used for man years ass a fire guard station. Total hike from the parking lot is about 3 hours. Take water to drink and wear good shoes.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
smoking outside only. Dogs outside must be on a leash. children outside must be monitored by an adult for safety.
No rock throwing over the ledge or into the pond below. Only use water from outside faucets for short periods of time.
Though there is a sign at the treehouse swinging bridge saying "Only one at a time", parents or adults are to help younger children cross the bridge
Important information
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Property Registration Number 270500809
Property # 1252930vb
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
About the area
Payson
Located in Payson, this cabin is in a rural area 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 Myra's Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 21 min drive - 22.5 km
Green Valley Park - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
Rim Country Museum - 24 min drive - 24.3 km
Mazatzal Casino - 25 min drive - 24.7 km
Payson Golf Course - 27 min drive - 25.8 km
Getting around
Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 122 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby on 11 May 2026 start from AU$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Log Cabin in the Pines, Treehouse with Swinging Bridge, beautiful stream nearby located?
This family-friendly Payson cabin is located on a river, steps from Tonto National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Banner Payson Medical Center. Green Valley Park and Rim Country Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful time at this cabin! All three of my boys didn’t want to leave—they loved the dart game, basketball hoop, game room, fire pit, and waterfall feature. The cabin was clean, comfortable, and pet-friendly, which made our stay even better. The host was great to communicate with and made everything easy. Such a peaceful, beautiful place full of fun for the whole family. We would definitely come back!
This cabin had a lot more to offer. Beds were comfy, check in and check out process a breeze, and very spacious for our needs. While we stayed here in the summer, it would also be great to stay here during the winter!
We had an amazing time! Waterwheel was a wonderful hike for the whole family! Grounds of the property were so much fun for the kids! The home was well stocked with essentials!
The cabin was cozy and gave us the total cabin experience we were wanting for our family. The neighbors were friendly and welcoming. The kids loved the grounds with the swing, trampoline, tree house and of course making smores. The kitchen offered what we needed for our stay. We really enjoyed the nearby activities offering a craft fair, pumpkin carving, bon fires, and more! CANT WAIT TO RETURN!
Curtis R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Renata
26 Mar 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We decided to stay in this place because its pet friendly and we thought we would be adopting a puppy before our trip.The place is spacious, well located and the kids really enjoyed the tree house and all the games.Unfortunately, even though we paid for cleaning fees, the place was extremely dirty. I found dirty spoons in the drawer, both toilets were very dirty, I had to vacuum the floors first thing when arriving. Honestly, almost made me want to leave, but the kids were having fun. There was a hammock outside and as soon as my daughter sat on it, it ripped and she fell. She didnt get hurt. I contacted the host about the house being dirty and to inform about the hammock. He replied he would replace the hammock for the next guest but didnt comment on anything else. Its not fun going on vacation and having to clean and disinfect everything. Also, the neighbors have a chicken coop and lots of dogs, they can be quite loud.Everything else was as described.
Renata
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was beautiful and spacious. I wouldn’t mind staying there again.
The house is great and has so much to do close to the property. We enjoyed it very much. Greg had the house nice and cool for us upon arrival in this hot AZ heat.
We had a great time in this spacious cabin, we saw elk around the property, hiked nearby trails along the river, grilled, played games and really enjoyed staying at this cabin, will definitely plan another trip here during the summer.
This is a great place to get away from the city … It had a lot to do on property plus close to areas to hike or perhaps enjoy the snow … Thanks for providing all necessities to make things easier to enjoy the stay and spend more time with the family..
Juan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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