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The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Air conditioning
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Star Valley, AZ
  • Popular LocationBanner Payson Medical Center13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMazatzal Casino14 min drive
  • Popular LocationPayson Golf Course18 min drive
  • AirportPhoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)99 min drive

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About this property

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

The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03

Welcome to The Happy Place. Over the past 13 years our family has created many memories and truly is our happy place. Over an acre to enjoy with creek running through the backyard. Large fenced area for the pups to run.


The space

We are proud to offer our newly renovated home to guest to create the same memories and experiences as our family! The Happy Place is a 3 bed/2bath home that has been completely renovated with comfort and function in mind.

The primary bedroom is spacious with a large walk-in closet & king size bed. The primary bathroom features heated floors, beautiful designed walk-in shower with niche lighting and a large free standing soaking tub.

There are two additional bedrooms. The western room & moose room each feature queen size beds, closet and Roku TV’s.

The main family room is perfect for lounging, watching movies, or catching up on your favorite Netflix series. The secondary TV room is a multi-purpose flex space. Electric fireplace, couch with two end recliners, built in cabinets with many card and board games to choose from.

The kitchen is spacious with new appliances and has everything you’ll need to make your family meals.

The laundry room also features our pup station. We love our pets and travel with our two dogs and understand how important our guest pets are! We have a small kennel (large kennel upon request), toys, treats and waste bags. We want your pups to feel welcomed too.

The property is situated on an acre lot with a peaceful creek at the lower portion of the property and is surrounded with trees that span 100 years old. The front yard is fenced and secured for your pets with plenty of space to run and enjoy their pup-cation. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the front patio with stunning mountain views. The extended back patio was designed with our guest in mind. This is the perfect place for entertaining, family dinners or simply to relax and experience Arizona’s natural beauty. We also have an outdoor fire pit for camp fires & roasting S’mores. (Season permitting) The property is equipped to park your rides. There are near by trails that you’ll be able to access with a quick ride up the rim.


Guest access
Everything!!! Its your magical place!!!!

There MAY be a FIRE BAN in place when you are interested in coming. Please check the Tonto Forest web site for alert ban status.

I will have a sign on the fire pit if I know there is a ban in place. But, it changes often, according to the weather, etc. I do not control the state fire ban laws. Safety is important!

This is a rural location - sounds you may hear could be horses, coyotes, dogs, cows, chickens and roosters along with farm equipment.

DOGS and wild animals: This home is next to the forest and neighbors do not always keep their dogs fenced and they are allowed to run around the area. The pets are generally friendly and RARELY come by. However, you need to be aware that I can not control the wildlife or neighbor dogs. If you decide to bring your pet, the front yard is a large fenced area but I do not recommend you allowing your dog to run around freely.

Often there will be more horse traffic than car traffic. Do not approach horses or the area ranches. The road past Sprague Ranch road is a private road. More info will be provided after booking.

Open Range: The property is located in an open range area - this means certain times of the year livestock will pass through the property. Stay clear of any livestock.

To reach the Happy Place you will pass through the creek that runs through the property - it is usually shallow but during or after rain storms requires extreme caution.

The property is equipped with exterior security cameras only!

Property manager

Bob Colabianchi

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets

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
Property Registration Number 21409148

About the neighborhood

Payson

This vacation home is located in Payson. Rim Country Museum and Myra's Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Payson Golf Course and Rock Creek Trailhead. Traveling with kids? Consider Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery.

What's nearby

  • Banner Payson Medical Center - 13 min drive
  • Mazatzal Casino - 14 min drive
  • Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout - 15 min drive
  • Payson Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03 located?

Set in Payson, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Banner Payson Medical Center, Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout, and Payson Golf Course. Rim Country Museum and Mazatzal Casino are also within 9 mi (15 km).

The Happy Place - Acre - Fenced Yard - Creek Permit #STR24-03 Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly a Happy Place!
This property is a gem! The house is wonderful with a cute creek running behind it. The kids enjoyed playing by the creek and hiking in the woods down the road. There are plenty of games and things to do to enjoy some good “family time”. Thank you Bob and Katie for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D., Phoenix, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Ranch setting getaway
The Happy Place was great! It was exactly how it is pictured and described in the listing. It had a large fenced in front yard for our three dogs and they loved it. The home and furniture is warm, updated, and very comfortable. It had all the kitchen utensils need to prepare meals at the house. Nice big TVs in every room! And WiFi throughout. We would stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauri D., Florissant, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Top-notch Property! Clean, Updated, Thoughtful Details
This is a beautifully updated property, tastefully done with modern farmhouse décor. It was very clean & well-organized (all of the kitchen drawers have labels). The outdoor spaces are wonderful, and one of the main reasons that we chose this home. Bob, the owner, is very responsive and gave us some great recommendations on his favorite hikes and restaurants. This property is along a private road with some neighbors that have horses. Highly recommend staying at The Happy Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and extremely dog friendly!
Beautiful house in the payson woods! If youre traveling with dogs this is the place for you. Very large fenced in area for the dogs and they even have a medium sized wooden kennel inside the house for your dog to sleep in! It was very clean and the accommodations were wonderful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
I would highly recommend staying at The Happy Place! It is a very clean and comfortable house that has been beautifully decorated. It has a fully stocked and organized kitchen (all drawers and cabinets are labeled) which made our holiday meal prep very easy. The large fenced front yard and the nearby national forest also make this the perfect place for dog lovers to stay with their furry family members.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
We were very pleased with our stay at The Happy Place. It lived up to its name! We were looking for quiet time in the mountains with our dogs, and got just that. The dogs had a blast running around the fenced in front yard, and we loved relaxing on the back patio. Also, this was a short drive to our favorite hiking spots in Christopher Creek/Forest Lakes area. We will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

RENAE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't delay - book this one!
What a fantastic surprise in Payson, AZ! The hosts have thought of everything to make this a top-notch stay. The decor was very nicely done and the welcome goodies were appreciated. Pictures do not do it justice! The house was very comfortable, clean, and convenient to shopping and restaurants and yet was in a very quiet, peaceful area. The fenced in front yard was perfect for our fur babies and the "poop station" with dog bags was appreciated. We did a short hike, played games, watched the sunset and enjoyed listening to nature. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to get away! It has all the comforts of home and ton of things to do on the property. The kids and dogs loved the creek down below the property. Bob was a great host and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and that we had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven
Had a getaway ladies weekend here for rodeo weekend. The property, home and surrounding neighborhood was beautiful and peaceful. The home has been beautifully updated and all the touches the host provided was wonderful. He was easy to get a hold of with any questions and reached out to make sure we found the property and got in ok, even recommended good star gazing time. We all had a fantastic weekend and already plan to rebook!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Payson Happy Place
Dear Bob. Thank you for sharing your home! So cute and nicely decorated. We did not want for anything from kitchen to bathroom. Bed comfortable, linens nice. Property very relaxing, especially backyard. Directions/home instructions very concise. Welcome gift bag, very welcomed! Nice home. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023