Title: Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=9417&destination=Payson%2C+Arizona%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=57361895&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway ## Photo gallery for Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway ![Terrace/patio - Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway (Payson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57361900/57361895/3c765503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library - Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway (Payson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57361900/57361895/1658ea2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway (Payson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57361900/57361895/9b1026b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway (Payson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57361900/57361895/603d08fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway (Payson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57370000/57361900/57361895/a2e168cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway, nestled in Tonto National Forest near great hiking and OHV trails. Relax on the 850+ sqft multilevel deck, surrounded by pine and juniper trees with spectacular views. This remote cabin features a fully-furnished kitchen with cherry cabinetry and granite countertops, while its master bedroom boasts a top-rated king memory foam mattress. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51232 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway The Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway provides a great gathering location for relaxing in the cool mountains. Whether just enjoying the quiet rustling of the pine and juniper trees, gazing at the spectacular views from the 850+ sq.ft. multilevel deck, or exploring the incredible areas that nature has provided in the area, this very private rustic cabin will leave you breathless. Built in the Tonto National forest, this magnificent remote cabin in the Mogollon Rim country provides a completely furnished log cabin with many of the amenities expected with a high-end home, yet is designed casually to accommodate families and friends. Close to great hiking and OHV trails. The house is located on a dirt road and there is parking for at least 2 cars. The kitchen includes cherry cabinetry, granite counter tops, large kitchen island, and all of the kitchenware needed to prepare the perfect meal. The master bedroom is outfitted with a Top-Rated King memory foam mattress, ceiling fan and direct access to the bathroom that includes a walk-in travertine shower. The second bedroom provides very comfortable Queen and Full beds along with a ceiling fan. The BEST room of the house is the Front deck. Take in the views from either an outdoor dining table, the comfortable seating area under the deck roof, or relaxing in chairs on the upper deck around the propane firepit. Please Note!! Due to the remote location of this property, there is a few things to be aware of when booking your stay. 1\. Water in this area is limited and there is no city water access. Local wells provide the water supply and there is a rain water catchment system. Water conservation is VERY important when staying at a remote cabin like this. There is plenty of water, just not enough to waste. 2\. Abundant wildlife is also present as in all forests. Don't be surprised to find Elk or other critters living in the forest with you. 3\. In this fast paced life we live in now, sometimes it's nice to just unplug and unwind without the distractions of the everyday life. If you must stay connected, there is wireless internet connectivity that can be provided for an additional fee. 4\. There are exterior cameras on property. These are to protect our guests, the property owners, and who are we kidding... we like to watch the wildlife from time to time ourselves when we are not there. 5\. There MAY be a FIRE BAN in place when you are interested in coming. No open wood burning flame is allowed at the cabin any time. Please check the Tonto Forest web site for alert ban status: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/tonto/alerts-notices We're all concerned during these chaotic times but we want to ensure you that we're taking every possible measure to ensure the home is comfortable, accommodating, and properly prepared for your arrival. If you need a clean, safe, and cozy spot to stay during this time of crisis, The Elk Surprise Hilltop Hideaway makes an ideal place to be. Fresh, clean mountain air and the scent of Pine and Juniper trees make this the perfect escape to enjoy a cool weekend or an extended vacation away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. We value our guests and look forward to becoming your new favorite vacation hideaway. Gila County permit: STR-2510-0037 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Car required ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,232 square feet ## Similar properties ![King Luxury](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1610000/1604800/1604800/0114d5da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Majestic Mountain Inn Payson - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 1,755 reviews CA $136 CA $158 total includes taxes & fees Mar 24 - Mar 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=1604800&PinnedHotelID=1604800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/181500/181438/b7384763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kohl's Ranch Lodge Payson - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway Payson Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway Private vacation home Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway Private vacation home Payson ## About the area Located in Payson, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Pine-Strawberry Museum and Myra's Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout and Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Payson travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Payson.dx9417) [View more Cabin rentals in Payson](https://www.expedia.ca/Payson-Cabins.d9417-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.36179%2C-111.36494&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nj22ywRjfXSriU9yRWDA7jEypF0=) Payson, AZ ### What's nearby - ![#nature is amazing. Visited the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Beautiful park for a picnic, views and some hiking.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235950/df390ed7-09a7-470f-b82f-3b3988bc891d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tonto Natural Bridge State Park 26 min drive \- 17.6 km - ![Hermoso! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9417/300a8766-1c20-4711-bacc-b7da93e1f215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Green Valley Park 34 min drive \- 35.9 km - Pine-Strawberry Museum 20 min drive \- 15.8 km - Mazatzal Casino 33 min drive \- 36.3 km - Payson Golf Course 36 min drive \- 37.1 km ### Getting around - Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) 146 min drive ### Restaurants - Old County Inn 23 min drive - Old County Burger 25 min drive - The Early Bird Cafe 24 min drive - Pinewood Tavern 24 min drive - The Local Pizza Shop 25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway? ### What time is check-out at Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway? ### Where is Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elk Surprise Hillside Hideaway Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 64 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie E. Jul 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Was a beautiful cabin. Very calm and relaxing weekend. ##### Melanie E. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy T. Dec 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Getaway My husband and I rented this quaint cabin for our Christmas holiday. The remote location offered a peaceful retreat and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. ##### Tracy T. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful spacious cabin for our family of 4 with 2 teens and a dog. Great tables for playing board games and puzzles. Also, plenty of room for everyone to take some space of their own. Great internet, my husband was able to work there. Also, spacious kitchen for baking. Excellent place for your dog. ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany G. May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! We had the best stay here. Everything was exactly what we wanted and needed. We are big view people and the views were amazing. It was also a great place for our pups with the fenced in deck. ##### Brittany G. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renate H. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property and cabin are as described. Everything was clean and cabin had everything we needed. Communication with owner was prompt and even though we really did not need anything, I got the feeling anything would have been taken care of immediately.Very peaceful and beautiful location, loved the front porch. The dogs enjoyed the front porch the most!Will definitely want to come back here. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cebfc80d-892f-404c-9c4a-34234b815f99-1757883130707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Renate H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn J. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get-away with our pup! Everything was wonderful! It was very dog-friendly, had a large and enclosed deck for our furry kid, and had amazing views! It was the perfect escape! ##### Lynn J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christel B. Oct 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Peaceful Escape This was our second time staying at this property, and it lived up to our expectations once again. We love the peaceful "get away from it all" vibe, and it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some quality time with our pup. Looking forward to our next visit! ##### Christel B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach G. Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Remote getaway Very clean house, no issues with check in, owner provided good directions. No complaints. Would rent again. ##### Zach G. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry G. Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin Getaway This was the perfect remote getaway! Beautiful cabin and location in the mountains with gorgeous views. I highly recommend it! ##### Sherry G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia H. Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elk Suprise...was just that! We had such a great stay at this cabin. The cabin was so thoughtfully furnished with ABSOLUTELY everything you needed and more. So cozy and clean and masterbed was so comfortable!! We will be back, and would recommend to anyone looking for a remote getaway. ##### Alicia H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti E. Sep 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A+ The cabin is beautiful off the beaten path, very dark great for stars, and quiet. All amenities needed for a relaxing stay, all you need is food and water (cocktails of course) and your set. Definitely would go back again. ##### Patti E. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Slade F. Oct 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location for Quiet Relaxation The cabin is very charming, well furnished, very clean, with all the modern conveniences anyone would need. The multiple seating areas on both the front deck and elevated back deck offer gorgeous views no matter what time of the day. The propane fire pit offers a great ambience along with all of the well positioned solar accent lighting throughout the entire property. It's one of the best VRBOs we have ever stayed in. ##### Slade F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shalisha L. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice quiet remote location Very nice clean cabin, great view and patios. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook/bbq. Master bed was comfortable. Very quiet location, great for stargazing on clear nights. Highly recommended a high clearance vehicle as the road is a little rough and steep in places. Host was very responsive to questions. ##### Shalisha L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane J. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Stay in the Pines This cabin is cozy and very comfortable. Very well supplied with anything you might need. The pics don’t do it justice. Very tastefully decorated with many games, puzzles, movies, and books at your disposal. We truly enjoyed all the outdoor living on the expansive decks. Our dogs loved the yard, decks, and woods. The beds were comfy. We drove into Pine for craft fair and more where we saw numerous elk. Thank you for a terrific trip! ##### Jane J. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen P. Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Remote Paradise We had a great overall stay at the Elk Surprise cabin. It is definitely remote. I’m glad I rented an SUV with AWD! It was a little bit of a longer drive from Payson than I thought (45 minutes), but we really didn’t have to go into town very much, so all was good. We just made sure we were back at the cabin before dark as it would be a tricky drive on the gravel mountain road in the dark. We enjoyed the natural scenery and had a wonderful trip up to Sedona and a few other local attractions. ##### Stephen P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather H. Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful property! Very private, great outside area, saw elk everywhere, highly recommend! ##### Heather H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### keith Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful scenery, quit location. Very comfortable accommodations. ##### keith Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick S. Apr 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend getaway Everything was as expected - views are beautiful and it’s super quiet! ##### Patrick S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim F. Aug 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a great stay! So peaceful and quiet which was exactly what we were looking for. Our fur baby loved laying on the porch. So glad we were able to bring her with. We did lots of hiking and exploring during the day nearby. Cabin was beautiful and had everything needed for an enjoyable stay. Host was very responsive and great to work with the entire time. Hoping to stay here again soon! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/10d6141b-625c-40aa-a195-4996037ea178-1755150791672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kim F. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa T. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and remote cabin We enjoyed our stay at Elk Surprise. It was beautifully decorated, well stocked for our comfort and peaceful. The hosts were easy to communicate with and answered all our questions. Thank you ##### Lisa T. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael K. Apr 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay The home and stay was wonderful! It is a hike to get to the property but the peacefulness is worth it! The owner was also very helpful and communicative. ##### Rachael K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. Jun 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation! We had a great stay at Elk Surprise. It is apparent that Dan and Alexis ensure the cabin is well taken care of. We plan on staying here again in the future! ##### Michael M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie G. Jan 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved our time here! Can’t wait to return! Very easy, painless process. Hosts were very helpful. ##### Jamie G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry A. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet & Enjoyable We really enjoyed the stay at Elk Surprise. We were looking for a place to get away relax with no agenda we got that at Elk Surprise. Definitely would like to go back! ##### Jerry A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee T. Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Pet friendly place that was nice and relaxing. Good communication from the owner and check out process well defined. Cell service is limited and great excuse to totally unwind from electronics and enjoy the surrounding beauty and sounds. 1st time driving there should be done during the day as some of the roads have limited shoulders and we had to cross over water (3” at the most) yet for safety - should drive in day to understand the surroundings. ##### Renee T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Rock House](https://www.expedia.ca/Prescott-Hotels-Rock-House.h32059670.Hotel-Information) > - [Tombstone Monument Guest Ranch](https://www.expedia.ca/Sierra-Vista-Hotels-Tombstone-Monument-Guest-Ranch.h6040742.Hotel-Information) > - [The Lodge at Cliff Castle Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Sedona-Hotels-The-Lodge-At-Cliff-Castle-Casino.h25843423.Hotel-Information) > - [Mary's Way Strawberry](https://www.expedia.ca/Pine-Hotels-Marys-Way-Strawberry.h110228752.Hotel-Information) > - [Paradise in the Pines - Pet friendly, summer getaway! 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