1 Bed
1 Bath
536 SqFt
1 Bed
1 Bath
536 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Site Built
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 536 sqft
Price per Sqft $606
Subdivision Rim Trail Area
MLS Listing ID 93992
Style Cabin
Bedrooms 1
Year Built 1955
Annual Tax Amount $1,000
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.550 Acres
Acres 0.55
Lot Dimensions IRR x IRR
Property Sub-Type Site Built
Source Central Arizona Association of REALTORS®
Property Description
Escape the heat and unwind in this charming mountain cabin nestled in the desirable Rim Trail area of Payson, Arizona, at an elevation of 5700 feet This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat offers 536 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space surrounded by the beauty of towering pines.
Set against the backdrop of the Tonto National Forest, this property truly delivers the ultimate outdoor lifestyle. Step right off your backyard into miles of forest trails--perfect for hiking, hunting (Unit 22 North), ATV riding, or simply enjoying nature. The East Verde River is just a short walk away, offering year-round fishing and endless opportunities for fun in the water.
This peaceful getaway stays approximately 15-20 degrees cooler than the Valley and about 5 degrees cooler than Payson, making it an ideal summer retreat. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape or a quiet place to recharge, this cabin provides the perfect balance of comfort and adventure.
Additional features include a 550-gallon water storage tank and a semi-permanent canvas tent--perfect for hosting extra guests. The tent comfortably accommodates a queen-size bed and includes a small wood-burning stove, creating a cozy and unique guest space.
The property also includes a convenient storage shed to house all your tools and outdoor items securely. It has been lovingly enjoyed by us for over 21 years. It has been a place filled with memories, laughter, and time well spent together.
If you're dreaming of cool mountain air, forest views, and easy access to outdoor recreation right from your doorstep, this cabin is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.
What we've loved most about this cabin is the lifestyle it brings--peaceful, grounding, and centered around nature. Getting here is part of the experience, as the scenic drive winds past the East Verde River crossings, through towering pines, and often alongside sightings of majestic elk. By the time you arrive in the Rim Trail community, there's a sense of calm that truly sets in--like you've left the stress of everyday life behind. Even during times of high fire restrictions when access to the forest may be limited elsewhere, we've always been able to enjoy our cabin and the beauty that surrounds it. Days are filled with simple pleasures--walking to the river, exploring nearby trails, or just relaxing in the quiet of the forest. Nights bring cool mountain air and star-filled skies that never get old. Though cozy in size, the cabin has comfortably brought us together for years. With space to sleep everyone--including three queen beds--it's been the perfect place for holidays. Just 20-25 minutes away, the town of Payson offers convenient access to shopping and dining, while still allowing you to return to the peace and quiet of your own private retreat in the pines. This has truly been a place to slow down, reconnect, and create lasting memories
Location
State AZ
County Gila
Community Rim Trail Area
Area Control Road
Zoning Residential
Direction Hwy 87 N to Payson. Houston Mesa Rd turn right. Go through whispering pines to the stop sign. Vere to the left onto the fire control rd. Continue for 1 mile to Forest Service rd 32, turn right. This is a maintained dirt road Stay on this for approx 3 mi. It turns into Belluzi Blvd. You will come into Rim Trail. Turn right onto Bridge Rd. Right onto Rim Trail Rd. Left onto Ranch Lane. House on Left
Rooms
Dining Room Living-Dining Combo
Kitchen Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior
Interior Features Living-Dining Combo, High Speed Internet
Heating Fireplace/Woodstove, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Tile, Wood, Vinyl
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning Stove, Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Double Pane Windows
Laundry Gas or Electric Hook Up
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fire Pit
Parking Features No Carport, RV Access/Parking, None, No Garage
Fence Wood, Partial
Waterfront Description No
View Y/N Yes
View Rural, Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
Roof Type Asphalt Shingle
Porch Patio
Building
Lot Description Tall Pines on Lot, Borders USNF
Story One
Entry Level One
Architectural Style Cabin
Level or Stories One
Others
Tax ID 302-04-123P
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property Yes
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
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