Applecross Cottage

Description

2 separate living spaces offer privacy for families or couples traveling together.

Lower rates for 2! Why pay higher occupancy?! Inquire for special rates for one couple! (Cleaning fee reduced as well!).

Our cottage is reminiscent of a Swedish chalet, decorated with Swedish antiques, but plenty of mountain charm thrown in. Perfect for a romantic get away or an adventure with the kids or furkids (property is fenced)! Tonto Creek is right across the lane. Separate suite downstairs with kitchenette, bedroom, bathroom with antique claw foot tub and sitting area.

Applecross is located in the charming little hamlet of Kohl's Ranch, about 13 miles east of downtown Payson. Surrounded by one of the worlds largest ponderosa forests with Tonto Creek a few steps away, our cottage is a romantic adventure hideaway waiting to share it's magic with you! Managed by New Millennium AZ Realty, we strive to bring you a top notch vacation experience!

Recently renovated, the cottage offers...

💮 Access to Tonto Creek; the path is about 5 or 6 homes down (south)

💮 A master bedroom with a sumptuous, comfortable Queen bed and evap cooler to keep you comfortable in Summer. Ensuite right off the master complete with large tiled shower.

💮 Second bedroom is downstairs in the separate entrance Garden Suite. Private bath that features an antique clawfoot tub, pulled from an old house in Tombstone. Queen bed, kitchenette, small sitting area, TV.
Great set up for 2 separate couples, offering max privacy. Or stow the older kids downstairs!

💮 Back up in the main house~ fully stocked kitchen with full sized stove, fridge, microwave, RO water and a small dishwasher.

💮 Living room with flat screen TV & Soundbar, free WiFi, DVD player, and a Swedish Fire Stove operated via a wall mounted thermostat (has real flames). Skylights flood the whole room with light or watch the stars from the reclining sofas!

💮 Sunroom/Den with Sofa that pulls out to a queen bed. Dining area at other end. AC provided for your comfort in summer.

💮 Large deck with dining set for 6. Relax and enjoy the expansive views of the surrounding forest. Perfect for a 3AM milky way viewing!

💮 Entire house keeps VERY cool with an evap cooler. And very warm with a propane, full flame Jotul fireplace in the winter.

💮 Yard is fenced, but please keep your eye on the kids and furkids

PLEASE NOTE: For bookings over 60 days, I require a deposit in the amount of 1 month's rent, to be paid offline. Due 14 days prior to check in.

A few doors down is the access to Tonto Creek, which is stocked with Apache, rainbow, brook, cutthroat, tiger, and brown trout! Hike along the creek down to the waterfall or lay amongst the wildflowers! If you don't like to fish, bring a "små godisar" or a small treat for the fish! They adore cheese!

Hungry? Walk down to the Kohl's Ranch Lodge and have the best wood fired pizza and BBQ at Zane Grey! Or hand crafted cocktails at the saloon! Tour the charming grounds or go for a horseback ride while there! Having your wedding at the Lodge? Mention your Kohl's Ranch wedding and you can receive a discount when renting this property for wedding guests!

A few miles up highway 260 is the Mogollon Rim Visitor Center with breathtaking views! This is your jumping off point for Willow Springs Lake and Wood Canyon Lake where you can rent a kayak or fishing boat for a day of lake fun.

If you decide to stay home, there is still plenty of adventure to be found right in your yard. Look for the elk that like to rest amongst the rose brambles on the south side of the yard! Or explore the romantic old double swing or various little sitting areas around the property. Or just sit on the deck and keep an eye out for passing raccoons, javelina, deer, elk, fox, turkey, weasels, all kinds of birds...and even an occasional visit from a mountain lion or bear!

The master features the most romantic skylight for all-night star gazing! An antique window set high in the wall casts a warm glow when the living room fire is going! Skylights offer plenty of light and a glimpse of the ponderosa pines right outside. You can even watch out the kitchen window while prepping dinner for the resident raccoon or elk wandering through the back yard!

In the sunroom: Kick back and read one of the many antique books that describe the local flora and fauna! This room is all double paned windows and insulted; the evap cooler reaches into there and there is an AC in there that you can utilize should you desire. New games in the ottoman, and vintage/antique ones in the cabinet!

PLEASE NOTE: Due to our unique, rural area, we are on SEPTIC. We must insist a limit of 6 adults book for this property! Inquire BEFORE booking about your particular situation to be sure this will be a good fit for your family. Owner reserves the right to deny bookings where the capacity exceeds the service's capabilities.