This vacation home places you next to Tonto National Forest and within a 15-minute drive of Banner Payson Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
~ HORSE LOVER'S PARADISE ~ The ultimate Arizona mountain and horse lovers experience awaits you in the quiet, cool pines of Payson, Arizona. DIAMOND SPIRIT RANCH STUDIO GUEST HOUSE is a 90 minute drive from the East Valley which includes Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, Gilbert, Phoenix and more. Bring your horses! There are 2 stalls, a lighted riding arena, paddocks, tack room and more... everything you and your horses need to experience a comfortable escape to the mountains.
Our property is a one minute walk to a 30 acre professional riding facility with events, arenas, instruction and clinics. Adjacent to the property is the Tonto National Forest with spectacular trails to ride and remarkable scenery to enjoy while you ride. Access is for horses, hikers and bikers; motorized vehicles are not permitted.
~ HORSES NOT REQUIRED; OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS' PARADISE The appeal of our studio guesthouse is not limited to equestrians. Setting is lovely for nature lovers who enjoy hiking, biking and wildlife viewing or just a retreat to the mountains to restore their inner peace. Binoculars and cameras are a must! It is not an appropriate rental for anyone interested in hunting.
Payson is a 15 minute drive from our home and offers lakes for fishing, wildlife viewing to include water fowl and elk, golf, shopping and quaint dining experiences. Mogollon Rim is approximately 30 miles from Payson and offers breathtaking scenery as well as horseback and hiking/biking trails, lakes for boating and fishing, and back country skiing during the winter months.
~ REMARKABLE and CLASSY ~ The ground level studio guesthouse is a separate domicile across from the main house and features one large room with 2 queen beds, a smart TV for streaming and a well stocked kitchen with microwave, Keurig and drip coffee makers, sink and below counter fridge/freezer. Adjacent to the bedroom/kitchen is a private bath with a shower and towels. Soap and a hair dryer are supplied. Extended range high speed Internet is provided. Highchairs and Pack N Plays are available to rent.
Our cozy and comfortable studio guesthouse adjoins the barn which has two 12 X 15 ft stalls. Both stalls are matted and have a fan plus a gate to the turn out area. Additional amenities include a grooming area, wash rack with mats, a private, well appointed, climate-controlled tack room and two large turn out areas. Barn, tack room and grounds are well lit for optimal safety and to facilitate horse care. A 16 x 24 covered shelter for your horse(s) has been added to the lower turnout.
Outside of the studio guesthouse is a covered, built-in kitchen with gas grills, fridge, sink with running cold water and TV. The outdoor kitchen is surrounded by a large gathering area with a dining table and other comfortable seating choices. A wood burning fire pit will warm you when the evenings are cool (and no fire restrictions are in place). Adult neighbors occasionally use the gathering area for small group get-togethers and informative meetings that are quiet and friendly. Guests are welcome to join the fun!
There is ample parking for vehicles and horse trailers at the guest house. There is also parking for an RV with hook-ups for water and septic pump out plus 2 electric connections. RV parking at $45/night includes water, septic and electricity.
This is a ranch in a rural location. Common sounds you may hear are tractors or other farm equipment, neighborhood dogs, chickens, horses, elk bugling, coyotes howling and a host of other noises associated with nature and life on a mountain ranch.
~ HORSE CARE ~ Horse care is self care or for a modest fee we will clean stalls and feed what horse(s) owner provides. Water tanks, ground hay bins and hanging grain feeders are supplied and sanitized between each guest horse. Stalls are packed decomposed granite with mats.
RV hook up is $45/night and includes electric, water and septic.
~ RESERVATION NOTES ~ The minimum age to rent is 28 years.
The names of all guests staying overnight at the property must be included on the Rental Agreement's guest list.
Standard occupancy is 2 guests. If you have more than 2, you must get permission from the home owner to have additional guests. There may be an additional fee per guest.
Violation of any house rule may result in termination of the rental contract, eviction and Guest will forfeit all monies paid, including rent, cleaning and deposits.
AZ Vacation Home Rentals reserves the right to require a refundable security deposit.
All AZ Vacation Home Rental properties have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
With advanced permission from the owner, friendly, well trained dogs may be permitted.
All TVs are smart TVs and not cable or satellite serviced.
To reach our studio guesthouse you will need to cross a creek which is usually shallow but during or after rain storms requires extreme caution and especially for those traveling in a car.
We are subject to fire/burn and noise restrictions, and occasionally deal with severe weather issues.
For your convenience, the owner resides in the main house. She has over 45 years experience with horse care and will gladly answer your horse-related questions. BEFORE booking your unique mountain experience, we highly recommend you contact the owner directly to review all amenities and details.
We do not have horses for hire.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 600 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 28
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
443546
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Payson, just steps from Tonto National Forest. You'll also find Mazatzal Casino and Rim Country Museum nearby.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring?
Yes, every accommodation at MT VIEWS: Guesthouse w/2 HORSE STALLS + Turnout, Sleeps 4, Tack Room, Trails, Riding Ring comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tatiana M.
Feb 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very welcoming. The house/guest house was fully stocked. Very comfortable stay. Close to town.
Tatiana M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Claudia B.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Claudia B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Melissa G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nanette F.
May 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Nanette F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
Oct 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Term Rental - WONDERFUL!
Great guest house, awesome owners, prime location, quaint and peaceful.
Sarah L.
Stayed 40 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donna p.
Oct 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Donna p.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Julie L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen H.
Jul 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stephen H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Chris R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Valerie G.
Nov 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Valerie G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Brian Z.
Aug 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet area, guest house looked further secluded in photos than what it really was
Good place
Brian Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara I.
Jan 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Sara I.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Larissa V.
Nov 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Larissa V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
Oct 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Loved our stay! Our room was absolutely spotless. Loved the outdoor kitchen. We would definitely stay there again.
Jessica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca N.
Oct 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Good to unwind.
Very nice accommodations, very clean in an idyllic setting. I absolutely recommend.
Rebecca N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Corina B.
Aug 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Corina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mike B., Phoenix, USA
Jun 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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).
Mike B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Greg K.
Feb 17, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Great place to stay and get away from everything. Quiet, yet close to everything you want to do or need.
Greg K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brenna P.
Oct 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Brenna P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gilbert G.
Aug 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
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!