The River House: treehouse vibes and stylish comfort

Payson, Arizona
$308 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Relax with beautiful views in a renovated home just a stone’s throw from the East Verde River!

Nestled in old growth trees, this serene, well-stocked 3 br/2 bath private home offers natural beauty outside and modern comforts within. Spend your days hiking, jumping in swimming holes, or admiring the views from the large covered deck. Relax with a fireplace, games, puzzles, and a 110” dropdown projector screen - perfect for cuddling and watching movies.

Great for entertaining, the kitchen is well appointed and the gas grill on the spacious covered patio is ready for your use. In winter months, the indoor fireplace provides warmth and cozy vibes. The king and queen bedrooms feature Tuft & Needle mattresses and blackout curtains for a good night’s rest. The bunk room, at the bottom of the spiral staircase on the lower level of the house, has cozy memory foam mattresses along with toys and children’s books. The property offers multiple outdoor spaces for dining and relaxing.

The River House is located 6 miles north of Payson in a beautiful canyon with gorgeous views for walking and exploration. Our favorite riverside trail starts only 50 yards from the front door! You can enjoy a relaxing weekend here without ever leaving the neighborhood.

The house is conveniently located near the Tonto Natural Bridge, the towns of Strawberry and Pine, Water Wheel Trail, and the Mogollon Rim. The legendary rock climber’s favorite, The Library, is just a mile away.

Upstairs Bedroom 1: King bed
Upstairs Bathroom 1: En-suite bathroom with stand-up shower, toilet, and sink
Upstairs Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Upstairs Bathroom 2: Shower, tub, toilet, and sink
Downstairs Bedroom (accessible by external door and spiral staircase): 2 twin-over-full bunk beds. No bathroom downstairs.
** Pack 'N Play, high chair, and other baby gear are available!

Guests have access to the entire house and property.
Does not include the laundry room or garage.

Other things to note: If you would like to include more than 8 guests in your party, please message us so we can update your reservation. We will include a fee to cover additional cleaning, towels, and linens. Unauthorized guests will result in additional fees.

The house is equipped with high speed STARLINK internet. There is NO cell service at the house. You can use the “WiFi calling” setting on your phone or other apps for making calls.

Camera onsite facing the driveways.

This property is not ADA accessible. Because of the spiral staircase down to the bunk room, this home may not be suitable for very young children.

During monsoon season (June - September) and winter months (November-March) abundant rains or snowfall may result in rising water levels of the East Verde River which can make the road into and out of the neighborhood unpassable. Please check the hydrograph and weather reports for East Verde River near Childs at water(dot)weather(dot)gov. If the site indicates water levels of 14.5 feet or above, that typically signals flooding.

Guest guidelines:
> We love our neighbors! Please be respectful and avoid playing music outside at night or loud noises past 9 pm.
> Due to owner allergies, pets are NOT allowed on the property.
> Absolutely no smoking on the property or vaping in the house.
> No parties or events.
> Gila County Permit: STR-2510-0049

*****

We love this home and this area and hope you do, too!

License: 21486955

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Local Artist Showcase No Plastic Coffee Stirrers No Plastic Drinking Straws No Plastic Soda Bottles Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

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

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The River
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs 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. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • darla I.

    Submitted May 30, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Sitting on the porch is just like being in a treehouse.The the kids loved the toys.Very Nice!!

  • Roberta B.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 10, 2026

    Beautiful location, very comfortable accommodations, the patio was like being in a treehouse and oh so quiet. Steps away from the river and hiking trails. Surrounded by nature but only a few minutes drive into Payson. The projection screen was a breeze to operate and the kitchen had everything you would need for a weekend visit. Bedrooms were cozy and everything was so clean and tidy. A return visit is in my future!

  • Bryce M.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2026

    Stayed Mar 28, 2026

    Enjoyed the river path

  • Bailey N.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    Great place! Plenty of beds for everyone and the projector was great to watch videos with everyone. We played lots of games and had a great time. They provided a few snacks and a coffee/tea bar which everyone enjoyed. The location is great—walking distance from a nice river trail. Would definitely reccomend!

  • MrBrettman1980

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Everything worked out great. The kids really liked having their own space downstairs.

  • Neyma O.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    It is a lovely home. Very well equipped. We spent our Christmas family vacation together and enjoyed every minute of it.! Chris the host was very accommodating and attentive.

  • Amy F.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Absolutely above and beyond our expectations! This home is spotless, beautifully decorated, and full of charm. The hosts have truly thought of every detail to make your stay comfortable and stress-free. The peaceful walk down to the river was such a wonderful bonus — we can’t recommend this place enough!

  • Tim O.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Property was nice. It was spacious and very accommodating for 5 people. Host was good about staying in communication when a small problem came up. I certainly would stay again.

  • Tia G.

    Submitted May 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    Was amazing time nice place

  • Dariel R.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    Me and my Family we have a great time property is amazing we can’t wait to be back in summer…

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$308+
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