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MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring

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An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, metal tables and chairs, a bar counter, and a pergola with hanging lights.
A wooden desk with a window, a chair, a lamp, and a bowl of fruit.
A garden with a stone pathway, a white fence, and various plants.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove.
An aerial view of a rural property with a fenced horse riding arena, several buildings, and surrounding forested hills.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Tonto National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Payson, AZ
  • Place, Tonto National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Valley Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Mazatzal Casino
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Primary Suite

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Primary Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Payson

Located in Payson, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Tonto National Forest, while Rim Country Museum and Pine-Strawberry Museum are cultural highlights. Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Payson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tonto National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Green Valley Park - 27 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Mazatzal Casino - 28 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - 44 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Woods Canyon Lake - 54 min drive - 64.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Tonto National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Banner Payson Medical Center and Green Valley Park. Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Mazatzal Casino are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
PEACEFUL, slice of heaven! Great hosts, great location! Will stay again 5STSRS
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2026
AZ Vacation Home Rentals thanks you for the feedback and 5 stars. We're glad you found it to be a peaceful slice of heaven. It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope you return for another stay. It's always great to host guests like you! Thank you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Term Rental - WONDERFUL!

Great guest house, awesome owners, prime location, quaint and peaceful.
Stayed 40 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2024
We enjoyed hosting you and thank you for choosing AZ Vacation Home Rentals. We're glad your stay was wonderful and the location was quaint and peaceful. We appreciate you taking the time to post your feedback and 5 STARS. Please come back soon. We are always grateful for guests like YOU!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property! Grateful it was available on a holiday weekend for 2 nights at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2026
We're grateful for the 5 star rating and comments. We enjoyed hosting you and hope you will keep us in mind if you return to the area. Many thanks from AZ Vacation Home Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful six day stay at this property. It was clean , well stocked with any appliance you might need. The owners were very nice and the horse stalls and turnout were excellent. We will definitely be back and we will highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you and we thank you for the feedback and recommendation. We're happy you found the guesthouse to be well stocked and the horse stalls and turnout were excellent. We appreciate you leaving everything clean and tidy and hope you do come back for another stay. Thank you again from AZ Vacation Home Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. The house/guest house was fully stocked. Very comfortable stay. Close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb, 2026
We sincerely appreciate your feedback and 5 stars. We're glad you felt welcome and had a comfortable stay. We enjoyed meeting and hosting you and hope you return for another stay. Many thanks from AZ Vacation Home Rentals.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice and quiet area, guest house looked further secluded in photos than what it really was

Good place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the feedback on our guest house. We never intend to mislead with our photos and descriptions and take great pride in being transparent about our homes. We understand, of course, that everyone's idea of seclusion is different and respect your opinion. It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope you were comfortable and enjoyed the beautiful scenery!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing gem close to Payson and the forest

It is beautiful, clean and has a great atmosphere. The outdoor kitchen area is a special treat. The hosts are very helpful and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2023
Guests like you are a pleasure to host! We're glad to know you enjoyed your stay in our guest house and the outdoor kitchen was a special treat. AZ Vacation Home Rentals thanks you for the feedback and 5 stars. We hope when you return to the Payson area you choose to stay with us again. It would be our pleasure to host you for another stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We really enjoyed the property. We brought our horses and the horse accommodations were top notch! Our suite was clean and was well stocked. The host helped us with everything we needed and made sure the horses were also comfortable. I recommend staying here, especially if you bring your horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
AVHR is delighted the accommodations for you and your horses were top notch. It was a pleasure hosting you and we enjoyed getting to know all of you. We thank you for posting your detailed feedback and recommendation. AZ Vacation Home Rentals hopes you return for another stay at Diamond Spirit Ranch. It would be great to see and host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Horse Property - Wonderful Stay

This is wonderful place to stay with your horses. Whether you want to do some arena work or ride the almost unlimited miles of trails in the national forest, you'll love staying here. The guest house was well appointed, comfortable and convenient to the horse accommodations. The patio/outdoor kitchen is amazing. The hosts were helpful and wonderful in every way, but gave us all the space we wanted. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2025
AZ Vacation Home Rentals sincerely appreciates your exciting and detailed feedback. We're glad you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed both the guest house and horse accommodations. It was a pleasure meeting and working with you and we hope you come back for another stay with AVHR. It's always a treat to have guests like you return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration

Loved the area it was located in. So many stars, like the old days, and so quiet. Comfortable beds but I would bring my own pillow next time. Loved our hosts and all their animals. Nice area to walk and hike. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
AVHR is glad your birthday celebration was spent at our guest home near Payson. We're delighted to know you enjoyed all that makes our ranch a special place: stars, walking and hiking trails, quiet moments and more. It was a pleasure to host you and we're pleased you will be back. AZ Vacation Home Rentals always enjoys hosting guests like you and we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you for the 5 stars and feedback and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

The property is beautiful and quiet. The hosts were great at communicating and were very attentive to our needs. My trip was cut short unexpectedly by a few days and she was gracious enough to refund me. 10/10 stars if I could. Definitely recommend this spot if you’re traveling with horses or not.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2025
Many thanks from AZ Vacation Home Rentals for your kind feedback, recommendation and 10 stars. We're glad you found the property to be beautiful and quiet. We're sorry your trip was cut short and we hope you return soon for another stay. It was a pleasure meeting and hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Peaceful Getaway

The location outside of Payson was perfect - quiet, away from noise and traffic, yet close enough to restaurants, shopping, beautiful trails and scenic drives. The guesthouse was great - clean, comfortable, attractive and fully equipped. The outdoor kitchen, patio and hot tub area was wonderful for relaxing in the fresh air. Paul and Tristan were the perfect hosts - helpful and accommodating while allowing us our own space. We definitely recommend this for a place to relax and unwind. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Paul and Tristan said you were the perfect guests and it was a pleasure to host your stay. This is one of our newer rentals and we greatly appreciate the positive and detailed feedback you included in your review. The AVHR Team also thanks you for the 5 star recommendation. It would be wonderful to welcome you back for another stay at our guest house. Thank you again and we wish you the best in all your future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quiet get away

Great quiet and beautifully maintained property. Walking access to Tonto for hiking and a good home base for local sights and hikes. Two hour easy drive to Petrified Forest. Outdoor kitchen was perfect. We brought our own food to grill. Our hosts were very accommodating regarding towels etc. Great value for money. Would definitely use this property in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
It was a pleasure hosting you and AZ Vacation Home Rentals appreciates this detailed feedback on our guest house. We're glad you enjoyed our beautiful mountain setting and staying here was great value for the money. We look forward to you returning for a future stay. Thank you from AVHR for being a considerate guest and posting this review! Please come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful, country, charming

The studio was perfect for our little weekend getaway. The inside is beautiful and has a cute country cowboy theme. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything necessary including a crockpot had we stayed longer. The place was warm and cozy on the cold winter days and the area around is quiet. The owners were super friendly and accommodating to all our needs and gave us great recommendations. We will be back if we need to stay in payson again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Arizona Vacation Home Rentals thanks you for being the best of guests. We enjoyed hosting you and are happy to know our studio guesthouse worked well for your weekend getaway. Thank you for the 5 stars and leaving our place clean and tidy. Happy 2022 and please come back soon! Payson is charming, beautiful and quiet year round.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed and charming

The hosts thought of everything! I often bemoan the lack of hooks at vacation properties, it’s so annoying to not have convenient places for jackets, backpacks, purses, etc. There are so many conveniences, and as interior designers, my friend and I were extremely pleased at the winsome and tasteful decor. Everything was comfortable and immaculate, Tristan and Paul are excellent hosts. I also enjoyed the beautiful horses on the property; Star Valley is a lovely setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
You were 5 star guests and a pleasure to host! AZ Vacation Home Rentals thanks you for your feedback and leaving the guest house clean and tidy. The owners enjoyed meeting you and especially appreciate your comments on the place being clean and comfortable as well as having so many conveniences. They are also glad you enjoyed the setting and horses and hope this means you will come back and stay here again. Keep in mind the perks to being 5 star guests when you're ready to book with AVHR in the future. A very sincere and warm thank you from AVHR and the owners!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse ranch guesthouse

We took a weekend to explore an area of Payson we hadn’t been to. We found a gem at the bottom of Star Valley. The guesthouse has a private area for your horses and directly across the street is a riding facility with lessons for the kids. It is a studio guesthouse without stove/oven but they have a grill and flattop in their courtyard outdoor kitchen which is a beautiful area to relax in. There is a small stream on location which was great to splash in with the kids as well. 10 min to Payson from the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
AZ Vacation Home Rentals enjoyed hosting you in our Star Valley guest house. We're glad the location had fun activities for you and your family. We thank you for your detailed feedback and especially like your reference to the setting being a "gem." We hope you return soon to take advantage of being 5 star guests with AVHR. Thank you again for posting this review and being the best of guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly magical place

My stay at this amazing ranch was so memorable. I only wish I stayed longer. The nature around the ranch is truly magical. I enjoyed everything about this place - from the very kind and friendly host to the pine wood fragrance inside the cabin, to the comfortable bed, to the well stocked kitchen. This place is definitely a jewel and I will come back, as I love to visit this beautiful place of the Earth.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to you returning for another stay. As you said, Diamond Spirit Ranch is a truly magical place and we're glad you were able to appreciate its peaceful and magnificent setting. Thank you for taking the time to post a detailed 5 star review and being the sweetest of guests. Take care and please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Loved our stay! Our room was absolutely spotless. Loved the outdoor kitchen. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
We are so glad you chose to stay at our ranch guesthouse. It was a pleasure hosting you! We are delighted to know your room was spotless, you enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and you would definitely stay here again. Many thanks for your 5 star review and please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good to unwind.

Very nice accommodations, very clean in an idyllic setting. I absolutely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Yes, our setting is truly idyllic. We're glad you chose to stay at our ranch guest house and liked the accommodations. We enjoyed hosting you and appreciate you posting a 5 star review. Thank you for recommending our home and being a fun guest. We hope you will choose AVHR again when you're ready to return. Take care and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If you are looking for a quiet, clean and beautiful place, this is what you need.

We found this place very clean, quiet , close to downtown Payson and Strawberry Pine. The owner was very sweet and accommodate us for having a pleasant time. We enjoy the staying and we are highly recommending this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Arizona Vacation Home Rentals enjoyed hosting your stay at Diamond Spirit Ranch. We thank you for the 5 star rating, recommendation and feedback. We are glad you had a pleasant time and the accommodations were clean as well as convenient to visiting Payson and its sister towns of Strawberry and Pine. We agree that this part of Arizona is especially beautiful with quaint and quiet places to explore! Thank you for being lovely guests and please keep us in mind when you're ready to return. We would be happy to host you again at our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Remote, and pet friendly. Just what we needed.

Wife and I came out to get away from the crowds for Memorial Day weekend. This was perfect. The outdoor kitchen was great. The peaceful atmosphere surrounded by the mountains is exactly what we needed. The property manager was easy to communicate with (24/7 text). The room itself was nice. Basic, with everything you need for a short stay. VERY CLEAN!! Beds are nice. I liked the extra touch of the little USB charger ports on the night stands. Bathroom was nice. Shower was a little small. Owner lives in main house on site. Very easy going. Everything was great, especially considering the low price for a holiday weekend! The only surprise we had was the burn ban we weren’t aware of. We unknowingly violated the ban when we lit up the beautiful fire pit in the back yard. The communication leading up to our stay mentioned how to safely use the fire pit... so during the burn ban, I would recommend removing those items from the listing/emails, and instead mention that there is an area-wide burn ban (with possibly a laminated note inside the guest house).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the feedback on our guest house. We’re glad you were comfortable and everything was great. With all due respect, the owner communicated to you in writing and in person about the current ban on open fires that made the fire pit unavailable to you. Additionally, highway signs with NO FIRES alert drivers to the critical burn ban in place. This ban is essential to preserving our beautiful forests and beloved homes. Thank you for the 5 star feedback. We hope all future travels are relaxing and just what you need for a peaceful get away.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Great place to stay and get away from everything. Quiet, yet close to everything you want to do or need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
The AVHR Team thanks you for posting a 5 star review. We're glad you enjoyed your escape to our mountain guest house and found yourself close to everything important to you. We appreciate you being a fun guest to host and hope you will return for another visit. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back. Thanks again and may all of your travels be safe and happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful AZ Mountain Guesthouse for People and Horses!

Traveling across country with our pony. Arizona Vacation Home Rentals graciously accommodated a last minute request to stay. Guesthouse is perfect: clean, comfortable beds and lots of extras. The owners kindly helped us get our pony settled and we slept better than expected because he was feet away in a nice stall and we knew we would hear him if he got restless. We made a great meal in the outdoor kitchen and enjoyed relaxing afterwards on the swing while our pony explored the turn out area. The grounds are well manicured and views are extremely beautiful! Wish we could have stayed longer and used the hot tub. Tonto National Forest has riding trails that connect to the property and we took a lovely morning ride. It was amazing! This is a sweet little ranch with impressive quarters for riders and horses. The rental company (AVHR) and owners want you to be comfortable and it shows. We plan to stay here again on our way back. We highly recommend this super guesthouse and rental company! Thanks for sharing your very special place with us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
The Arizona Vacation Home Rentals Team and owners are thrilled with your review. This is a new and unique property and we are excited to host guests (people and their horses) and get feedback. We are glad you and your pony were comfortable. We know guests with horses will especially appreciate the horse accommodations plus the proximity of guesthouse to stalls. We think the outdoor kitchen is such a divine place to make meals and relax. We're glad you took advantage of the Tonto Forest trails which are gorgeous and always provide a special experience for riders as well as hikers. Thank you for being fun guests to host and for the 5 star review! The owners enjoyed meeting you and are looking forward to your return stay. The hot tub will be ready for you! Thank you again and happy, safe travels to you and pony!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2026
We thank you for the 5 star rating. AZ Vacation Home Rentals enjoyed hosting you and we hope you return for another stay with us. Thank you again.
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