Once Upon a Creek: Newly Renovated Cozy Cabin In The Pines w/Patio Play Area | Cabin in Payson

10.0 (6 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Christopher Creek Cabin | Once Upon a Creek: Newly Renovated Cozy Cabin In The Pines w/Patio Play Area

2 Bedroom Cabin in Christopher Creek, Payson

Once Upon a Creek is a cozy, fully renovated cabin in the heart of Christopher Creek—just a stone throw from the water and surrounded by tall pines. Once owned by an Arizona official state historian, it served as his peaceful writing retreat. Today, it offers a private yard, outdoor patio, and rustic charm. In the mornings, don’t be surprised to see elk grazing near the apple tree or lounging in the yard. A perfect mix of nature, history, and comfort.
Property Overview
Tucked beneath the tall pines of Christopher Creek, Once Upon a Creek is a peaceful 2-bedroom, 2-bath getaway designed for comfort, connection, and quiet. Originally owned by an Arizona state historian, this cabin was his personal retreat—a place to relax and write with the sound of being surrounded by nature.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy, Newly renovated open-concept layout with rustic charm and all the modern comforts: a fully stocked kitchen, soft linens, smart TV, and a living room perfect for card games or morning coffee. Outside, enjoy a spacious private yard with a fire pit, grill, dining area, and a cornhole setup for a bit of fun beneath the pines. Elk are frequent morning visitors, especially near the apple tree out front.
Whether you’re here to unwind, explore, or simply breathe in some mountain air—this cabin was made for it.
Guest Access
- Guests will enjoy full, private access to the entire cabin and its amenities. This includes:
- Smart Lock Entry: A personalized code will be provided prior to check-in for seamless, contactless entry.
- Outdoor Entertainment Area: Relax on the spacious patio featuring a fire pit, cornhole game area, BBQ grill, and comfortable seating for dining and lounging.
- Indoor Amenities: Make use of the fully equipped kitchen, cozy living spaces, and two well-appointed bedrooms.
- Laundry Facilities: A washer and dryer are available for guest use.
Parking: Ample on-site parking is provided.
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 23 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The single-story cabin requires 2 steps to enter
- NOTE: By booking this property, you agree to comply with the City of Payson Ordinance Chapter 116.10. Pursuant to this Article, this property requires a sex offender background check and you agree to provide any additional information that may be required to confirm your eligibility to make this booking

Once Upon a Creek: Newly Renovated Cozy Cabin In The Pines w/Patio Play Area is located in Christopher Creek. Once Upon a Creek: Newly Renovated Cozy Cabin In The Pines w/Patio Play Area provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Parking, TV, among other amenities. This Cabin features Kitchen, Parking, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Once Upon a Creek: Newly Renovated Cozy Cabin In The Pines w/Patio Play Area has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Christopher Creek has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Christopher Creek, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 864 sq ft (80 sq m)
  • English
Guest Services
  • Playground
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Susan H.
Aug 14, 2025 01:38:21 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Exactly what we expected PLUS more! Cleanest place through a VRBO we've ever experienced. Comfy mattresses! Just the right amount of kitchen appliances and amenities without the visual "noise" of too many things! We especially loved the quiet hours and sitting under the stars. Perfect getaway, kind and responsive host with great recommendations about the area.
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