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Property Description
A truly rare opportunity to own a private, gated creekside retreat encompassing 4.58 acres of natural beauty, tranquility and historic Arizona charm. With approximately 400 feet of Tonto Creek frontage, this remarkable property offers the soothing sounds of the creek, a fishing pond, towering pines and thoughtfully designed gathering spaces throughout. Total square footage, bedrooms and bathrooms shown in the listing include both the main and guest cabins. The 1,800+ square-foot main cabin features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast bar, and an inviting living area centered around a natural-stone fireplace. French doors open to a sunroom overlooking the pond and peaceful wooded surroundings. The separate guest cabin provides approximately 1,600 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large kitchen, fireplace, pellet stove, spacious family room, two separate entrances and two private patios–ideal for guests, extended stays or a variety of other possibilities. A historic barn adds distinctive character and offers flexible space for gatherings and events, complemented by an outdoor BBQ area and large ramada. Additional improvements include a detached two-car garage with an attached workshop and storage area, plus a separate additional building. Outdoor amenities include a covered pavilion and patios, hot tub, sauna, an expansive newer deck overlooking the creek, and a gas fire pit within a built-in creekside gathering area. Whether envisioned as a private retreat, multigenerational property or an extraordinary setting with future possibilities, this one-of-a-kind creekfront offering would be difficult to duplicate. Zoned General Use (GU) and Agricultural, with documented Tonto Creek water rights. Buyer to independently verify permitted uses, square footage and all facts material to the buyer. Experience this remarkable slice of heaven on earth.
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Stacked Washer/Dryer”
- “Dryer”
- “Washer”
- “Refrigerator”
- “Built-in Microwave”
- “Dishwasher”
- “Disposal”
- “Electric Range”
- “Electric Oven”
- “Water Purifier”
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Bathrooms
- 4 full bathrooms
- 4 total bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 7 total bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 1966
- Living area: 3400
- Construction materials: “Log Siding”, “Wood Frame”, “Stone”
- Other structures: “Workshop”, “Shed(s)”, “Barn(s)”, “Separate Guest House”, “Gazebo”
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Cooling
- “Central Air”
- “Ceiling Fan(s)”
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Exterior Features
- “Playground”
- “Private Street(s)”
- “Private Yard”
- “Screened in Patio(s)”
- “Storage”
- “Built-in Barbecue”
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Fence
- “See Remarks”
- “Block”
- “Partial”
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Fireplaces
- “Wood Burning Stove”
- “Pellet Stove”
- “Fire Pit”
- “See Remarks”
- “Living Room”
- 2 total fireplaces
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Floors
- “Carpet”
- “Laminate”
- “Linoleum”
- “Vinyl”
- “Stone”
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Garage
- 2 spaces
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Heating
- “Forced Air”
- “Baseboard”
- “See Remarks”
- “Electric”
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Home Owner’s Association
- Association fee includes: “No Fees”
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Interior Features
- “Granite Counters”
- “Double Vanity”
- “Breakfast Bar”
- “Vaulted Ceiling(s)”
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Laundry
- “Inside”
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Listing
- Listing ID: 7070441
- Standard status: Active
- 11 days on market
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Location
- Subdivision name: TONTO CREEK ESTATES
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Lot
- 4.58 acres
- 199,505 sqft
- “Rural”
- “Street(s) Not Paved”
- “Borders Preserve/Public Land”
- “Waterfront Lot”
- “Grass Front”
- “Grass Back”
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Energy Saving
- Green water conservation: “Tankless Ht Wtr Heat”
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Parking
- “Detached Garage”
- “RV Access/Parking”
- “Gated”
- “Separate Strge Area”
- “Detached”
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Pets Policy
- Horse amenities: “See Remarks”, “Barn”
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Possession
- “Close Of Escrow”
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Property
- Patio and porch features: “Covered Deck”, “Covered Patio(s)”, “Patio”
- View: “Mountain(s)”
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Roof
- “Composition”
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Schools
- Elementary school: Payson Elementary School
- High school: Payson High School
- High school district: Payson Unified District
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Sewer
- “Septic in & Cnctd”
- “Septic Tank”
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Taxes
- Annual amount: $8,265
- Lot: 7
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Utilities
- “Propane”
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Windows
- “Skylight(s)”
- “Dual Pane”
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