$875,000

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… Read More 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty, Aneezah Nabee Hawkins, 480-287-5200

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

128

Last Updated

Sep 5, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,881

Lot Size

0.64 Acres

Year Built

2004

MLS Number

7008523

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Surface: Asphalt

Appliances & Equipment

Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop

Basement

Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Finished

Building

Built in 2004, Living area: 2881.0, 1 storey, Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vertical Siding, Cement Siding, Wood Frame, Block

Community

Biking/Walking Path

Cooling

Central Air

Disclosures

Seller Discl Avail

Energy Saving

Energy Efficiency: Solar Panels

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Covered Deck, Covered Patio(s), Storage

Fence

Block, Partial

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Gas

Floors

Carpet, Laminate, Wood

Foundation

Raised, Block

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Electric

Home Owner's Association

Fee Includes: No Fees

Interior Features

Double Vanity, Upstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, Laminate Counters

Laundry

In Garage

Lot

0.64 acres, North/South Exposure, Borders Preserve/Public Land, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Irrigation Front

Parking

2 carport spaces, 4 covered spaces, 2 open parking spaces, Attached Garage, Direct Access

Property

Trees/Woods

Roof

Composition

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 304-49-135-A, Public Survey Range: 10E, Public Survey Section: 04, Annual Amount: $4,340, Tax Book Number: 304.00, Legal Description: LOTS 134 & 135, FOREST PARK & FOREST PARK ADDITION I, PLAT 579 NE4 SEC 4 T10N R10E = 0.63 AC OUT OF, Lot: 135, Map Number: 49.00, Parcel Letter: A, Year: 2025

Utilities

Natural Gas Connected, Water Source: City Water

Windows

Skylight(s), Dual Pane, Mechanical Sun Shds

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