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A rare opportunity to own a cabin in the woods in Payson, designed and built as his personal residence by former Dean of Architecture at the University of Arizona and award-winning architect, Robert Hershberger. Set on a private 2/3-acre lot surrounded by mature ponderosa pines, this home reflects Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired organic architecture where design, light, and landscape are intentionally connected. The architect describes the home as a 'flower in the forest,'' with two major rooflines sloping upward to the north and south like petals to capture sunlight and direct rainwater into lower-level cisterns (the roots), while the central greenhouse (the stamen) supports plant life and light within the home. Very large high windows on each side of a gas fireplace greet those entering the home, along with spectacular views of ponderosa pines and the ever-changing skyline. Each room on the main level features high windows, framing a unique view of the forest, while skylights and interior glass bring natural light deeper into the home. A central greenhouse atrium serves as a transition from the south-facing covered porch into the house, connecting indoor and outdoor living. The great room combines living, dining, and kitchen spaces with custom birch cabinetry and aspen tongue-and-groove ceilings. The main level includes the primary suite with separate closets, along with a study, powder room, and pantry. The lower level includes two guest bedrooms, a full bath, and a very large recreation room. This room features a built-in pool table with storage beneath and could serve as a third bedroom with its three closets. Additional lower-level spaces include storage rooms, mechanical rooms, and two dedicated cistern rooms. Outdoor spaces include a south-facing covered porch designed for year-round use, a walled garden for protection from wildlife, and terraces and pathways that follow the natural contours of the land. A two-car garage and additional driveway parking provide ample guest parking. Solar panels provide supplemental energy efficiency and support the home's long-term sustainability. This is not simply a home - it is a rare architectural expression where nature, structure, and design are fully integrated, offering a one-of-a-kind living experience in the forest. This listing is for the house only which is on lot 135. Lot 134 is being sold separately for $125,000.
Listing Highlights
Status
Active
Days on Site
30
Property Type
Residential
MLS ®
7008523
Year Built
2004
Total Square Footage
2,881
Lot/Acreage
0.64
County
Gila
Neighborhood
Forest Park And Forest Park Addition I
School District
Payson Unified District
Elementary School
Payson Elementary School
Middle School
Rim Country Middle School
High School
Payson High School
Interior Details
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3 Full
- Appliances:
- Air Cond: Central Air
- Heating: Electric
- Fireplaces: Gas
- Floor: Carpet,Laminate,Wood
- Above Ground Sq Ft:
- Below Ground Sq Ft: n/a
- Basement: Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Finished
- Other: Double Vanity,Upstairs,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Pantry,Laminate Counters
- Water: City Water
Exterior Details
- Lot Description: North/South Exposure,Borders Preserve/Public Land,Desert Front,Cul-De-Sac,Irrigation Front
- Garage Capacity: 2 car
- Roof: Composition
- Others: Storage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Parking Features: Attached Garage,Direct Access
Financial Details
- Tax Amount: $4,340
- Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
- Tax/Property ID: 304-49-135-A
- Tax Year: 2025
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204 N Forest Park Dr Payson, AZ 85541
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