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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8257 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Payson, AZ
  • Tonto National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Rim Country Museum
    4 min walk
  • Payson Golf Course
    19 min walk
  • Payson, AZ (PJB)
    9 min drive

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About the area

Payson

On lake.Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from Rim Country Museum and a 5-minute walk from Tonto National Forest. Payson Golf Course and Banner Payson Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rim Country Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Payson Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banner Payson Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mazatzal Casino - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aliberdos Mexican Food - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Amazing Mt Home w/BIKES, Fishing Poles & KAYAKS; Green Valley Park & RIM VIEWS, Walk to Town

~ NATURE LOVERS' PARADISE ~
Ultimate Arizona mountain experience awaits you in the quiet, cool pines of Payson, Arizona. Whispering Elk Lodge, our 4 BR, 2 BA home, is only 90 minutes from the greater Phoenix area. Bring your binoculars and camera! Our home has green space on two sides pus a large deck, making it ideal for spotting birds, elk and other wildlife. The home overlooks Green Valley Park in the town of Payson, giving you ringside seats for exciting events such as the 4th of July fireworks as well as stunning sunrises, sunsets and star gazing. Mogollon Rim is only 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. This home is not appropriate for those wishing to hunt.

Green Valley Park is a 45 acre recreational area with large expanses of grass for picnics, a well stocked lake for fishing and non-gas powered boats, hiking and biking trails, a summer concert series and Zane Grey's historic cabin. Wading birds and water fowl are frequent visitors at the park's lake. The town of Payson is a short walk from home and also offers choice restaurants, shopping and leisure walking.

~ CLASSIC COMFORT & VIEWS ~
Magnificent home features an upstairs open floor plan that includes a charming and comfortable great room with a propane fireplace that may be used November through March. The smart TV has competition from the stellar views of Mogollon Rim and the exquisite sunsets. The kitchen is fully stocked and has bar seating plus there is a dining area with table seating where you can admire the breathtaking views while eating. Both Keurig and drip coffee makers are supplied. Wifi is complimentary.

The great room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and deck are upstairs on the home's main floor. There are both inside and outside steps to access the home's main floor. There are 11 outside concrete steps that connect the driveway to the landing with the grill. There are 9 additional outside steps from the landing with the grill to the front door on the deck. The elevator in the home does not work.

The beautiful covered deck with east and north views of the Mogollon Rim will be one of your favorite spots. Observe hundreds of bats night hunt over the lake in Green Valley Park or have fun identifying constellations in our star-studded skies. Dine outdoors and use the gas grill to make your favorite barbecued food. Due to fire safety codes, the gas grill is now located 9 steps down from the deck.

A washer and dryer on the main floor make laundry tasks easy. Garage space is available for 2 vehicles and there are driveway spaces for 2 more vehicles. Highchairs and Pack 'N Plays are available to rent.

~ PEACEFUL DREAMS in PAYSON ~
The primary bedroom is upstairs on the main floor and has a king bed and large smart television plus balcony access to enjoy the stellar views. The primary bath features a walk-in shower, dual vanity sinks and a bidet. A walk-in closet adjoining the primary bath has room for your wardrobe and personal accessories. A hair dryer and soap are stocked.

Two other bedrooms upstairs on the main floor have king beds and televisions and share Bathroom 2 which features a tub-shower combination. The fourth bedroom is on the ground floor and has 2 twin beds, TV and desk w/chair for your remote work. Guests who sleep here would need to go upstairs to use Bathroom 2 on the main floor.

~ EMBRACE ACTIVE LIVING ~
Two bikes, fishing gear and two kayaks with accessories are supplied for guests. Walk down the hill to Green Valley Park to search for wildlife, kayak in the lake or cast for fish. Biking/hiking trails are a short jaunt and offer opportunities to glimpse or photograph wildlife and spectacular outdoor scenery. Golf and rafting are a short drive from the home.

Whispering Elk Lodge offers families the perfect mountain experience with many conveniences and recreational activities within walking distance. Our spectacular mountain setting is the place for YOU to be! Ask about early check-in and late check-out which may be options.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All AZ Vacation Home Rental properties have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Please disregard misinformation on Vrbo.

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

We are family friendly; any exceptions to this must be approved prior to confirmation of the reservation.

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

Written approval is required to exceed the standard occupancy of 8 for this home. Unless Arizona Vacation Home Rentals has granted permission to exceed the standard occupancy number, Guest agrees to limit guests, including infants and children, to standard occupancy of eight (8).

The number of people must be appropriate for the number of beds. If deemed necessary, Arizona Vacation Home Rentals reserves the right to approve the reservation based on sleeping arrangements.

Daytime visitors to home may not exceed two (2) people to include adults, infants and children unless prior permission is granted by Arizona Vacation Home Rentals.

Absolutely NO parties, gatherings or events of any size permitted. The owner lives nearby and monitors the property.

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. Please disregard misinformation on Vrbo.

No pets are allowed inside or outside the home. The owners and some guests have severe allergies and the home must remain pet free.

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.

All TVs are for streaming and not satellite or cable serviced.
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This home does not rent for more than 31 nights under any circumstances.

Property manager

Arizona Vacation Home Rentals LLC

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Casino 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

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Unit size: 2764 sq ft (257 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Amazing Mt Home w/BIKES, Fishing Poles & KAYAKS; Green Valley Park & RIM VIEWS, Walk to Town Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob D., Grand Rapids,MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get-Away
Enjoyed our short vacation in Payson
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jan H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great View
The house has a great view of the rim. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Arizona elk hunt get away
The house was perfect
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House
Great house, and process was very easy getting in and out. Kitchen is well outfitted, although we prefer stainless for healthy cooking, it had mostly teflon pots and pans. A french press coffee maker is a nice touch. There are heavy oil stains in garage, that are not a big deal other than being a concern in the rental agreement. Stay could be made better with shampoo/conditioner/body lotion in bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great house, great neighborhood, great town, great weather
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation rental in Payson, AZ
Would recommend this vacation rental to anyone looking for a great weekend in Payson, AZ!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laonna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times for family
Beautiful property. There are quite a few stairs to load things in and out. I'm 70 and could not have carried in my things by my luckily my son was with me and he could do it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Home has wonderful views from the living area on the second floor. Overall was clean and comfortable. Our bed was extremely comfortable and we will rent here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina A., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location and beautiful home.
Close to town but yet away from traffic in a quiet cul-to-sec. Was nicely decorated and well cared for. Would come back for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July in Payson
Property was real nice. The views spectacular best place to see the fireworks in comfort of home. The road is steep the majority of our group have issues with walking or biking up the hill to the house. The only other issue was there was not a bathroom downstairs. The house was beautiful the porch was the best place to hang out with family. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Payson
Home was as described and the ownership was very communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike N., Howell, MI U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Clean, spacious, incredible view! We had a few questions during our stay and it was super easy to reach property management team.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Pleasant
We are pleased with our stay here. The house was clean. The kitchen had an abundance of supplies. There were DVD's to watch if one chose and some games to play. It was clean, well equipped, and the balcony was a delight. Nice view and very pretty at night when the lights are on in the city. Host responded quickly when we had a question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori Romzek

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Rental
We loved our stay in Payson at the Lodge. It was a beautiful area and in a quiet neighborhood. It was perfect to explore AZ in all directions. The listing was exactly as described. I enjoyed the deck views immensely. I would recommend to anyone. Great value for the price!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could wish for
Lovely house with great biking and walking, in a friendly, safe and quiet area. Property management group was responsive and easy to access. One of the best properties I've stayed in, and I've rented from VRBO for >20y.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
The house was spacious and cozy. Great location near town plus lots to do in the area. Fantastic view from the deck and living areas. Prompt communication with the rental company. Overall an excellent experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Never Again even though a beautiful home!
VERY misleading listing. Home has an elevator that is not available to renters. This important fact is not stated in the listing and MUST be stated in the listing. Gas grill shown on deck in primary photo on listing is NOT on deck. It is actually down 10 stairs from deck. This made the grill unusable for my family. This is a critical misrepresentation in the listing. Listing states home is walking distance from town. NOT TRUE. Town of Payson is at least one and a half miles from home. Another critical misrepresentation. Main bath shower, although spacious is in need of a couple of grab bars. Shower floor is extremely slippery, mandating grab bars. The home has stairs. That is apparent from the listing, so, no complaint. However, access to the home is in the rear, requiring climbing many steps which have no hand railings and are of varying size and shapes. UNSAFE!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velvet J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location, gorgeous home, beautiful views
This home is great for families and groups! Upgraded, clean and spacious. We enjoyed making meals in the well-stocked kitchen and hanging out by the fireplace and on the deck. Just minutes from the lake and community pickle ball courts. We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., Hideaway Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
First time to Payson
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darami C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Overall lovely home. View from the patio is gorgeous, just know that it's off the front porch, facing neighbors and not a secluded back yard area. Quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to a beautiful park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multigenerational and great views
Our granddaughters enjoyed the deck for play and stargazing with the grownups. Green Valley Park was nearby and good for walks. The downstairs bedroom would be more useable if a bathroom were nearby. But the manager warned us. That bedroom did have a desk, so it became a quiet office for the remote worker in our group. We’d stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Everything was as described. We had a great time and really enjoyed the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay here
This home was beautiful, clean and well stocked. We had no complaints and would stay here again in the future. It was unusually warm during out trip and the AC kept it nice and cool in the home. Comfortable beds, good sized kitchen and large bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S., Bloomington, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view
Home was beautiful and conveniently located. Was a great gateway! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

IOANA P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for my family vacation
I’m definitely bringing the kids back here! I absolutely loved staying here. We were able to have down time, comfortably (it was me and 4 kids). The house is also STOCKED with anything you might need. It’s close to lakes and hiking, and grocery stores. We stayed for 5 days and really didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023