*Just added - 4 person barrel shaped sauna nestled in the back yard under the apple tree!* Welcome to your home away from home! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home nestled in the pines that backs up to strawberry creek. Cool getaway in the mountains when it's hot in other locations. Magical winter retreat in the colder months. Newly remodeled with all fresh paint inside, comfortable furniture and all the amenities you could want. Corner lot with fruit trees in the backyard. Enjoy the mountain feel with tall trees, squirrels and the occasional elk or deer. Awesome hikes all around. Downtown Pine is three miles away with great shopping and dining options. Strawberry, Arizona is a popular weekend getaway place for the desert-dwellers that escape the summer heat from the Phoenix and Scottsdale area. Strawberry sets at an elevation of about 6,000 feet which means meadows of springtime wildflowers, cool refreshing summer temperatures, brilliant autumn colors, an abundance of wildlife and tranquility. Strawberry AZ shares the pristine scenic beauty of the Mogollon Rim Country with its sister towns of Payson and Pine, Arizona. The Rim Country boasts the largest stand of Ponderosa Pine forests in the world. The historic charm remains today as exemplified by the oldest schoolhouse in Arizona which was built in 1885. As a relic of the old pioneering days, the Strawberry schoolhouse still stands and is a frequent stop for visitors to Strawberry. It is a must-see spot on any visit to the region. Whole home is yours. Great backyard to enjoy your time in the woods. Spend time relaxing on the front porch or in the back yard. Grill available on back porch. We allow you to self check in and out. We have a separate fenced off RV space off to the side of the backyard where we spend much of the summer months and many weekends. If we are there, we respect your privacy and keep to ourselves however we are readily available for any issues or concerns. We are also always available through Airbnb, text or phone. Remote small mountain town close to lots of fun hiking, shopping, dining and outdoor activities. Abundant trees, wildlife and fresh air. The neighborhood is located in the quiet, picturesque Strawberry valley. Car is recommended. Please note that the cabin is located at a higher elevation (5800 feet) and the last 1/2 mile access to the house is via relatively flat dirt road. In winter or stormy weather, snow or mud may make it preferable to have all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. There is room for 3 vehicles to park in the driveway and additional parking if needed on the side of the house for your toys. Our home is pet friendly (one large or two small dogs - $50 pet fee). For any other pets, please contact us before booking. We do have security cameras placed both in the front and in the back of the home. They do not face into the home. Our home sleeps 6 people max. Prior permission must be given for any additional people. A pack n play crib is available in the home. The back yard is not fenced and it backs up to a creek bed that flows around 3 months every year. The sauna in the backyard is for adult use only. No unattended children allowed inside. The heater gets very hot. Guests assume all risk by using. Please note that the cabin is located at a higher elevation (5800 feet) and the last 1/2 mile access to the house is via relatively flat dirt road. In winter or stormy weather, snow or mud may make it preferable to have all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. There is room for 3 vehicles to park in the driveway and additional parking if needed on the side of the house for your toys. As a cabin in the woods, there is abundant wildlife. In the rare case you ever are disturbed by any critters, please let us know as soon as possible. Final thing to note - we (the owners) have an RV spot off to the side of the backyard. It is fenced off and separated from the home itself, however we do spend quite a bit of time in our RV home.