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Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest

Below the majestic Mogollon Rim and surrounded by the beautiful Tonto National Forest at an elevation of 6,000 ft is where “The Ranch” is nestled and wildlife abounds. 4 miles along a dirt road, This 2 bedroom/2 bath cabin provides relaxed accommodations sleeping up to 4 adults + 2 children. “The Ranch” boasts a casual and comfortable Great Room with a spacious wrap-around deck.  The cabin is a fun and peaceful retreat for a couple, friends or small family. The Master bedroom includes a king bed and the 2nd bedroom includes a queen bed. Dog Friendly with Pet Fee & per Pet Policy and No ATVs. BBQ on the spacious side deck and enjoy the Outdoor Fire Pit for your evenings of roasting hot dogs and marshmallows (in compliance with Tonto National Forest Fire Restrictions). Shasta Vintage Trailer sleeps 2 with additional fee.

Property manager

Janet Wise

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1150 sq ft (107 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Limit 2 mellow dogs under 50 lbs. $50/pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tucked Away in the Beautiful Tonto National Forest
Nestled in the Beautiful Tonto National Forest Cabin
Nestled in the Beautiful Tonto National Forest Payson
Nestled in the Beautiful Tonto National Forest Cabin Payson

About the neighborhood

Map
Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Mazatzal Casino - 39 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Payson Golf Course - 42 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Woods Canyon Lake - 52 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 56 min drive - 54.7 km
  • Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery - 73 min drive - 65.6 km

Getting around

  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Double D Restaurant & Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Zane Grey Saloon - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Double D Store and Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Double D Bar and Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Zane Grey Country Barbecue at Kohl's Ranch Lodge - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tonto National Forest and within 25 mi (40 km) of Mongollon Rim Visitor Center and Banner Payson Medical Center. Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Mazatzal Casino are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Nestled in the beautiful Tonto National Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
We loved the patriotic decor and well-stocked amenities.The snow on the porch was a nice touch for the grandkids. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Cabin in a Perfect Location
We have stayed here twice. The cabin is very roomy and comfortable and is so nicely decorated. A relaxing getaway in a quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!
Great cabin and great hosts!! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy attractive mountain cabin in small community.
Comfortable, attractive decor. Great host. Close to hiking, in a community in a national forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shayne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a great stay at the cabin. The area was peaceful and all that we needed was available in the cabin. We will definitely consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armando H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BDay Get Away
Very nice, clean and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay…
The property was very complete and in a very quiet neighborhood. The county maintained roads to the property off of Highway 260 were in excellent condition. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Go off grid while still keeping modern comforts!
Wonderful cabin in the woods. Gives you all the comfort of home with the beautiful ambiance of being in the woods. Best of both worlds in this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, centrally located.
I spent summers at Mead's Ranch as a kid and wanted to go back to see what changes had been made. This cabin worked out great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dollie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in the woods
We really enjoyed the solitude. It was a little off the beaten path, but not too far. The cabin was very clean and had an adorable patriotic theme throughout. Well stocked. Janet was a very good host and gave great directions to the cabin. Loved our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
This was the absolute best get away that the husband and I needed. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed plus more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
I’ve never sat on a porch and just listened to the wind, it was so peaceful. And most importantly, quiet! Janet was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Getaway Week
Our recent stay at "The Ranch" at Mead Ranch wonderful, as it was a perfect blend of activity and down time. From this cozy cabin as our "home base", my wife and I were able to mountain bike, go horseback riding, play pickleball, explore the Tonto Natural Bridge area, antique shop, and simply relax on the porch with our favorite hot or cold drink. The cabin was absolutely perfect for our 5-day stay, complete with any amenity we would need, and the peaceful location was far enough in the woods to provide a temporary escape from our hectic lives. The property owner was extremely responsive to any questions we had ahead of time, and we're already looking forward to another visit in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G., Maricopa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Refreshing getaway
Absolutely wonderful! I don't think I have enough space to type out how great our experience was. :) The cabin is exactly as described and we had a beautiful time relaxing and refreshing in the woods. The home is immaculately cleaned, beautifully decorated, the bathrooms are so nice and updated. The beds are very comfortable and so are the pillows. The living room furniture is situated just right to have a great time with family and relax by the fire or enjoy a nice movie. There was lots of snow when we arrived so our daughter had a great time making a snowman and playing in the snow. We are a small family with a teenager, 1 year-old baby, and small dog, and we all had a great time. Everything is well thought out and feels like home away from home. Our host, Janet, was absolutely amazing! We had an issue come up and she helped us get it resolved as best she could and was extremely helpful, even when it was late at night. We're so grateful for her hospitality and kindness. We can't wait to go back and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

IEDarla C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Ok, But could be great!
Nice little place. This is a not a real cabin, but a trailer made to look like a cabin. It is in a great location and just what I was looking for. Let me preface this by saying I have managed VRBO's for a while, and I stay at them often. I stayed the first few days alone. My daughter and her fiancé came up late Friday and we had our fur kids. This property allowed dogs which was one reason for picking it. Janet was easy to work with and allowed me to add an extra day for my daughter and her fiancé only. Here are some things you need to know: This property is remote so you can not forget ANYTHING. There is no ice maker and only a small 5 cup coffee maker, or 2 mugs. A small bag of ice will take up most of the room in the freezer. There are basically no pantry items. There is some flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder and a few other items. So if you think you will need something specific take it with you. Soap, shampoo and conditioner are a few used travel bottles. So don't forget yours! My daughter did, luckily I travel with my own. My biggest issues were that they do not tell you that the rooms are cooled with portable AC's.. There is a whole house AC but it does not cool. The back room has a window AC, the living and Master have portable AC's. During the heat of the day at nearly 100 degrees they do little. So you turn them on and don't turn them off if you are in during the hot months. Hot air comes in through the stove vent, so turn the vent fan on low and also make sure the flu is closed to help keep the hot air out. My biggest issue was I spent the first 5 hours there cleaning, which was not easy because they do not have a proper vacuum, there is no mop other than a swiffer. For a home that allows pets, that does not cut it. There was dog hair on everything. The sheets in the master were dirty and had to be washed., the sofa is microfiber and smells like a laundry basket so I covered that with a clean blanket. The light switches, cabinet faces, door handles, kitchen sink were dirty. Bathroom showers and toilets were clean.. Sadly, there just is not attention to detail. Janet did refund my cleaning fee. My daughter and I did do some more cleaning on Saturday, but at some point you just have to stop. This is the first time I have left a poor review. The potential is there, I just didn't feel like Janet really took seriously the condition of the home, or the desire to take the little extra time to make it great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sahra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a beautiful location
The property was clean, comfortable and in a beautiful location they had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Get Away
Great cabin with wood deck. Love indoor wood burning fire place, full kitchen and living area. Also loved outdoor fire pit. It had all the necessities for home away from home. Lots of peace and quiet. A short drive to the lakes and hiking trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin; well appointed.
The dirt road made considerable dust.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Ever
Beautiful house beautiful location beautiful weekend! Definitely will stay again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Didn’t need anything except food, provided more than enough items. Even had coffee, sugar creamer. Most places don’t. Cabin is in the pines, smelled so good, decorated American and country. Enjoyed cooler weather and evening showers. Host is very nice always available to communicate. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in the woods
The cabin is in a beautiful forested area! Enjoyed our morning walks and our dog loved playing with the local ranch dog that patrols the community. The Americana/Farmhouse decor is very cute and the cabin is well stocked with the essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caldwell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away from it all
Great place! It’s a bit more off the beaten path than we expected but it’s a great place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway
Wonderful cozy cabin in the pines. Friendly, quiet neighborhood. A perfect long weekend away from the Phoenix heat. And Janet is a very gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed
This property is such a great family retreat. We loved the location, the wilderness and drive. The cabin is cute and cozy. Our family enjoyed sitting on the porch, playing checkers and cooking in the kitchen. It was everything we needed and enjoyed. We will be back when time and availability permit! This location is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
My family and I spent my 40th birthday here. This cabin is GORGEOUS and exactly what we were looking for. Very beautiful and quiet area, clean, everything you need. Janet is just as awesome and makes booking very easy. I 100% recommend this place and will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022