9225 W Fossil Creek Rd Strawberry, AZ 85544

This serene cottage is a unique find in Strawberry and a must see! It is nestled among oaks, pines, and fruit trees on .6 acres with breathtaking views of Strawberry Mountain and bordering a seasonal pond. Privacy is paramount on this property. No neighboring homes to the East or South and a 6' privacy fence on the West offer uninterrupted mountain and water views. A full inside & out renovation in 2017 included new: roof, flooring, central AIR CONDITIONING, gas heat, and septic system with extra capacity. Outdoor amenities include a covered porch overlooking the forest, a playhouse for the kids, a fire pit area for s'mores and stargazing and a porch swing under a rustic former horse shelter overlooking the pond and Strawberry Mountain. The swing is an ideal place to watch... ...the sunset with a glass of wine. This fully fenced property has a large storage outbuilding with bunkhouse potential. There's room to park an RV, several cars, or other toys inside the fence. Here you'll have horse privileges, paved roads all the way to the property and no HOA. Utilities include propane for heat and cooking (it's piped in and metered, so no backyard tank or propane refills are required) and water is from PSWID. The attached master bathroom is a 1/2 bath and bedroom 3 is ideal for kids, office or overflow as it does not have a built-in closet. The cottage is an established and very successful vacation rental. High speed internet and a WiFi Nest thermostat & video doorbell let you keep tabs on the property from anywhere. Strawberry is a scenic 90 minute drive from the Valley and only 20 minutes north of Payson. It is just 3 miles from the restaurants and shops of Pine, yet Strawberry is a few degrees cooler.