Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Experience

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/06/12 Review Submitted: 01/12/12

This property served as an excellent location for our winter getaway. Having a large group proved to be no problem for this cabin. As the description states, it was intended for 2 families....and it lives up to that! Plenty of space for sleeping, playing, relaxing and just having an enjoyable experience. This property backs up to the National Forest, and allowed everyone to get out of the cabin to go for walks (even in the snow) and go sledding. Everything was just as described and more! I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone. The owners were great to deal with, answered all my questions, and returned the incidental deposit in a very timely manner. Thank You Pace Cottage!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

New Years Multi-family stay

Guest: Mandy (Surprise, az)
Date of Stay: 12/29/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

The cabin was beatiful and a great place for our large group to gather. The kitchen is large enough for many hands to work together and the pantry is huge for storing lots of food. Also the bar has its own fridge, and there is an extra fridge in the laundry room so there was tons of fridge space. The area was very quiet where the cabin is located and the only other people we saw was the bulldozer dozing away the snow. We spent alot of time outside enjoying the backyard and all the snow. I can see in the summer months going hiking right out the back door as it back onto the national forest. The owners are great to deal with and answered any questions we had promptly. It was also a nice treat to be able to bring our dogs. Thank you For the wonderful experience, and we will hopefully be back in the future!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners, sightseeing.

Luxury Cabin in Forest Lakes a MUST for the Whole Family

Guest: Dawn (Phoenix)
Date of Stay: 10/20/11 Review Submitted: 10/26/11

WOW doesn't even come close to discribing this "cabin"! We rented it with another couple - we could have invited our children and their children and our friends kids and grandkids and we still would have had room! Everything was easy to use - 65" TV with satilite (got to watch the world series!), warmed up to the cozy fire place in the family room, had drinks and played cards at the horseshoe shaped bar, played horseshoes and gathered round the fireplace outside. We went for long walks in the forest and checked out the lake, but we didn't fish. What an incredible place - perfect for large families.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Luxory in the Pines

Guest: LP (Gilbert, AZ)
Date of Stay: 07/20/11 Review Submitted: 08/07/11

We had a girl's getaway at the Pace Cottage and it was luxurious and relaxing. Everybody had a bed, everybody had a bath, and everybody had a blast. We used every inch of the backyard with games galore. Our meals were gourmet thanks to the wonderful kitchen and outdoor grill. It was nice that we could all dine at one table and all be in one room without feeling cramped. We hiked for miles on trails leaving right from the property. The community is peaceful and calm. Everything about this cabin is everything you could think of to feel spoiled for your vacation getaway. We hope to return next year if it is available.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway.

Fabulous - 5 star

Guest: CAB06 (phoenix)
Date of Stay: 07/07/11 Review Submitted: 07/15/11

We pulled up to the home and the kids got out of the car before we did and as each one walked into the home i heard. Wow, Wow, Oh man and holy smokes! Then I walked in and said Wow as well. Lovely home, nice large beds. We had every bed filled and people all loved it. having that many people there was not an issue with space or cooking, food etc...There was really nothing the owners had not already thought of and prepared for. Our 5 families played lots of B ball, horseshoes, frisbee, card games, fishing, walks in the forest! This place is perfect for a large group and everything in the home is of high quality, appliances, TV's, fixtures,etc! Better than any cabin we have ever stayed in!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great place to get away from the heat!

Guest: Alex (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 06/06/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

Stayed here in June. The place is great! Very nice and very comfortable. We loved our stay. Definitely will come again. Thank You!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.

One of the nicest homes in Forest Lakes

Guest: Dave (Phoenix)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11 Review Submitted: 02/24/11

This is a large, beautiful home in a wonderful community at 7500'. Not too busy; quiet, right on the national forest. We've rented a few homes in Forest Lakes and now settled on this one as our favorite.

Recommended for:Families with young children, pet owners.

Pace Cabin Team retreat

Guest: Nini (Salado,TX,/Central Texas, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/09/11 Review Submitted: 01/18/11

We rented Pace Cabin for our departmental retreat last week and could not believe how beautiful and PERFECT it was for our meeting. Becca was such a wonderful help in getting the necessary contracts and payment accomplished she made our stay such a wonderful experience. The beds were heavenly and the cabin had every luxury of a 5 star hotel (except the room service) The snow was magical and we will definately rent the cabin again if we are back in that area next year.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful Mountain Home

Guest: PMINT (Mesa, AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/17/10 Review Submitted: 12/23/10

Pace Cabin is a beautiful, well maintained home only 2 hours from Phoenix. We had 4 families in our group and this property accommodated us perfectly. The six bedrooms made it easy for us to spread out, yet we were all able to hang out comfortably in the living area. There is PLENTY of seating and the layout is ideal for entertaining large groups. The beds are SUPER comfortable and the property is gorgeous! The kids had a great time playing in the snow, on the playground, and in the large loft. This home was designed with the comfort of guests in mind!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Dream vacation

Guest: Hari (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/09/10

This place was gorgeous and we felt it like a dream vacation. Very well managed and very spacious place. Pictures are not even justifying 50% of the reality. The central and surround speaker system was fabulous. Kids enjoyed play area, adults enjoyed football, basketball, camp fire etc. Every thing is supplied by the owners, we just need to show up there. Relaxed and had fun for the labour weekend in this home. We are planning to visit this place again in near future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Above and Beyond

Guest: Amanda (Phoenix)
Date of Stay: 07/15/10 Review Submitted: 07/22/10

We spent 3 nights at this Incredible Mountain Retreat, and our experience was fabulous!! The cabin is much more than pictured and the attention to detail is just beautiful throughout. Above that, there was so much to do... quading trails right off the property, late night soccer and basketball and horeshoes. outside firepit, hammock, beautiful porches with seating, playground. Something for every age group! There was plenty of room to spread out and never felt cramped with our large party. The owners were great to work with and very quick to respond. We look forward to hopefully another chance to visit again!! thank you!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Five Star Quality

Guest: Happy Family Reunion! (Albuquerque)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10 Review Submitted: 06/08/10

Our family has been using VRBO for years. We search for vacation rentals that can accommodate large groups for our annual reunions. This year, we started to book another rental, but had problems with flaky owners. So we kept on looking and came upon this great rental. Our initial trouble was a blessing in disguise! This is THE nicest place we have ever had the pleasure of staying in for one of our reunions. To call it a cottage or cabin is a gross understatement. It is simply a mansion in the woods...and one of 5 star quality. No detail has been overlooked. The cabin's crafting and appointments are exceptional, from the incredible kitchen (a chef's dream) and bar area (ice machine) to the comfortable bedrooms (high quality mattresses and linens) and oversized baths (on demand hot water). It is beautiful, clean and luxurious and was so large that our big group never felt like we were on top of one another. And even though it's plenty big, it still feels very cozy, with lovely photos of the owners and their beautiful children here and there. You can just feel the love they have put into the place. And dealing with the owners is just as lovely an experience. They are both helpful and friendly and easy to contact. They even troubled themselves to have new arts and crafts supplies for my children when we arrived to the cabin, in addition to an extra high chair and a crock pot that I requested. They made sure our every need was taken care of. As mentioned above, the photos of the cabin really don't do it justice. It is so much more impressive in person. We stayed at this rental during the summer time, so we used the built in gas grill and hammocks and horseshoe and fire pits (wood provided) and even had a family whiffle ball game after dark on the well lit lawn. We also played a lot of basketball, and everything was right there...all the balls and equipment! The kids just adored the play structure just off the lawn with a slide and swings and climbing wall. What an incredible place! You won't be disappointed renting this gem or dealing with it's lovely owners. But you will be spoiled the next time you rent a place from someone who doesn't pay this much attention to making their guests happy. These owners love their property and it shows. They should give lessons to other vacation rental owners! We had such a wonderful time here and made such wonderful family memories. It was a vacation we will not soon forget. Thanks so much!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Sheleen (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 01/08/10 Review Submitted: 01/08/10

We had the opportunity to stay in this cabin over the New Year holiday (turning to 2010) and we had the most wonderful experience! The owners are incredibly nice and welcoming and made the process very easy. The home itself is absolutely amazing! The pictures do not do it justice! We had a group of adults and a dog and had plenty of space. Additionally, all of the features, televisions, beds, kitchen were exceptionally done. The drive is a very easy trip from Phoenix, less than two hours, but we were able to get out and experience the 1-2 feet of snow across the whole property. I must say, this is one of the best trips we have ever taken, and would do it again in a heartbeat! I would highly recommend this cabin as a destination for any couple or group looking for an unforgettable experience. Thanks!

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Guest: Gary H. (Surprise, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 01/04/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/10

The cabin is truly an "Incredible Mountain Retreat!" It is a great place for family and friends to gather--from the upscale kitchen and bar areas, to the numerous big screen tv's and theater room. Great location with beautiful surroundings. Would highly recommend this property to anyone.

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Guest: Lucy13 (Scottsdale, AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/28/09 Review Submitted: 12/28/09

Our extended family loved your cabin. There was plenty of space for the kids and adults and a great grass area for the kids outside! It was so spacious - much more than a cabin. We will be back again. Thank you, The Hosmers

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