MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring

Payson, Arizona
$146 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Sleep 4

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~ HORSE LOVER'S PARADISE ~
The ultimate Arizona mountain and horse lovers experience awaits you in the quiet, cool pines of Payson, Arizona. Diamond Spirit Ranch Studio Guest House is a 90 minute drive from the East Valley which includes Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, Gilbert, Phoenix and more. Bring your horses! There are 2 stalls, paddocks, tack room and more... everything you and your horses need to experience a comfortable escape to the mountains.

Our property is a one minute walk toa 30 acre professional riding facility with events, arenas, instruction and clinics. Adjacent to the property is the Tonto National Forest with spectacular trails to ride and remarkable scenery to enjoy while you ride. Access is for horses, hikers and bikers; motorized vehicles are not permitted.

~ HORSES NOT REQUIRED; OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS PARADISE ~
The appeal of our studio guesthouse is not limited to equestrians. Setting is lovely for nature lovers who enjoy hiking, biking and wildlife viewing or just a retreat to the mountains to restore their inner peace. Binoculars and cameras are a must! It is not an appropriate rental for anyone interested in hunting.

The lighted front ring has newly added AKC approved agility equipment for guests with experience in training their dogs in agility. By using the agility ring, handlers assume all risks and agree that Diamond Spirit Ranch is not responsible for any injuries or damages that may occur during use.

Payson is a 15 minute drive from our home and offers lakes for fishing, wildlife viewing to include water fowl and elk, golf, shopping and quaint dining experiences. Mogollon Rim is approximately 30 miles from Payson and offers breathtaking scenery as well as horseback and hiking/biking trails, lakes for boating and fishing, and back country skiing during the winter months.

~ REMARKABLE & CLASSY ~
The ground level studio guesthouse is a separate domicile across from the main house and features one large room with 2 queen beds, a smart TV for streaming and a well stocked kitchen with microwave, Keurig and drip coffee makers, sink and below counter fridge/freezer. Adjacent to the bedroom/kitchen is a private bath with a shower and towels. Soap and a hair dryer are supplied. Extended range high speed Internet is provided. Highchairs and Pack N Plays are available to rent.

Our cozy and comfortable studio guesthouse adjoins the barn which has two 12 X 15 ft stalls. Both stalls are matted and have a fan plus a gate to the turn out area. Additional amenities include a grooming area, wash rack with mats, a private, well appointed, climate-controlled tack room and two large turn out areas. Barn, tack room and grounds are well lit for optimal safety and to facilitate horse care. A 16 x 24 covered shelter for your horse(s) has been added to the lower turnout.

Outside of the studio guesthouse is a covered, built-in kitchen with gas grills, fridge, sink with running cold water and TV. The outdoor kitchen is surrounded by a large gathering area with a dining table and other comfortable seating choices. A wood burning fire pit will warm you when the evenings are cool (and no fire restrictions are in place). Adult neighbors occasionally use the gathering area for small group get-togethers and informative meetings that are quiet and friendly. Guests are welcome to join the fun!

There is ample parking for vehicles and horse trailers at the guest house. There is also parking for an RV with hook-ups for water and septic pump out plus 2 electric connections. RV parking at $45/night includes water, septic and electricity.

This is a ranch in a rural location. Common sounds you may hear are tractors or other farm equipment, neighborhood dogs, chickens, horses, elk bugling, coyotes howling and a host of other noises associated with nature and life on a mountain ranch.

~ HORSE CARE ~
Horse care is self care or for a modest fee we will clean stalls and feed what horse(s) owner provides. Water tanks, hay bins and hanging grain feeders are supplied and sanitized between each guest horse. Stalls are packed decomposed granite with mats. RV parking $45/night includes water, septic and electricity.

~ RESERVATION NOTES ~
The minimum age to rent is 28 years.

The names of all guests staying overnight at the property must be included on the Rental Agreement's guest list.

Standard occupancy is 2 guests. If you have more than 2, you must get permission from the home owner to have additional guests. There may be an additional fee per guest.

Violation of any house rule may result in termination of the rental contract, eviction and Guest will forfeit all monies paid, including rent, cleaning and deposits.

AZ Vacation Home Rentals reserves the right to require a refundable security deposit.

All AZ Vacation Home Rental properties have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

With advanced permission from the owner, friendly, well trained dogs may be permitted. The home owners live on the property with their 3 large dogs.

By using the front agility ring, dog handlers assume all risks and agree that Diamond Spirit Ranch is not responsible for any injuries or damages that may occur during use.

All TVs are smart TVs and not cable or satellite serviced.

To reach our studio guesthouse you will need to cross a creek which is usually shallow but during or after rain storms requires extreme caution and especially for those traveling in a car.

We are subject to fire/burn and noise restrictions, and occasionally deal with severe weather issues.

For your convenience, the owner resides in the main house. She has over 45 years experience with horse care and will gladly answer your horse-related questions. BEFORE booking your unique mountain experience, we highly recommend you contact the owner directly to review all amenities and details.

We do not have horses for hire.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Energy-saving Switches Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Property Does Not Allow Children Renewable Energy Used Unit Size: 600 Sq Ft (56 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Spices Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Sledding Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Tatiana M.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    Host was very welcoming. The house/guest house was fully stocked. Very comfortable stay. Close to town.

  • Claudia B.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    We really enjoyed the property. We brought our horses and the horse accommodations were top notch! Our suite was clean and was well stocked. The host helped us with everything we needed and made sure the horses were also comfortable. I recommend staying here, especially if you bring your horses.

  • Melissa G.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    The property is beautiful and quiet. The hosts were great at communicating and were very attentive to our needs. My trip was cut short unexpectedly by a few days and she was gracious enough to refund me. 10/10 stars if I could. Definitely recommend this spot if you’re traveling with horses or not.

  • Nanette F.

    Submitted May 9, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    This is wonderful place to stay with your horses. Whether you want to do some arena work or ride the almost unlimited miles of trails in the national forest, you'll love staying here. The guest house was well appointed, comfortable and convenient to the horse accommodations. The patio/outdoor kitchen is amazing. The hosts were helpful and wonderful in every way, but gave us all the space we wanted. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

  • Sarah L.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    Great guest house, awesome owners, prime location, quaint and peaceful.

  • Donna p.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2023

    Stayed Oct 3, 2023

    Loved the area it was located in. So many stars, like the old days, and so quiet. Comfortable beds but I would bring my own pillow next time. Loved our hosts and all their animals. Nice area to walk and hike. Will be back.

  • Julie L.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2023

    Stayed Sep 21, 2023

    It is beautiful, clean and has a great atmosphere. The outdoor kitchen area is a special treat. The hosts are very helpful and kind.

  • Stephen H.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2023

    Stayed Jul 21, 2023

    Great quiet and beautifully maintained property. Walking access to Tonto for hiking and a good home base for local sights and hikes. Two hour easy drive to Petrified Forest. Outdoor kitchen was perfect. We brought our own food to grill. Our hosts were very accommodating regarding towels etc. Great value for money. Would definitely use this property in the future.

  • Chris R.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2023

    Stayed Jul 7, 2023

    We took a weekend to explore an area of Payson we hadn’t been to. We found a gem at the bottom of Star Valley. The guesthouse has a private area for your horses and directly across the street is a riding facility with lessons for the kids. It is a studio guesthouse without stove/oven but they have a grill and flattop in their courtyard outdoor kitchen which is a beautiful area to relax in. There is a small stream on location which was great to splash in with the kids as well. 10 min to Payson from the ranch.

  • Valerie G.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2022

    Stayed Nov 1, 2022

    The hosts thought of everything! I often bemoan the lack of hooks at vacation properties, it’s so annoying to not have convenient places for jackets, backpacks, purses, etc. There are so many conveniences, and as interior designers, my friend and I were extremely pleased at the winsome and tasteful decor. Everything was comfortable and immaculate, Tristan and Paul are excellent hosts. I also enjoyed the beautiful horses on the property; Star Valley is a lovely setting.

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