Charming Sunset-View Mountain Cabin with Unique Gothic Décor near Fool Hollow Lake in Show Low, Arizona

Description

Sleeps 12 | 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths | Fenced yard | RV parking | Pet-friendly

Welcome to your peaceful getaway! 🏔️
Experience Show Low's best sunset views from your private mountain acre with three panoramic decks and gas fire pit. This gothic western A-frame sleeps 12 comfortably with authentic character—antique clawfoot tub, spiral staircase, velvet furniture, and curated antiques. Your furry friends can explore the secure quarter-acre fenced yard while you work remotely from three monitor-equipped workstations with blazing-fast WiFi. Just 5 minutes to Fool Hollow Lake and downtown Show Low, yet perfectly positioned so you'll forget you have neighbors.

Imagine a charming brown A-frame perched high on a hill, surrounded by towering pines. A rock driveway leads through a manual gate—close it and feel the world fade away. As you ascend, the valley spreads below in an unobstructed panorama that becomes the backdrop to every sunset, coffee, and memory.

Nestled on a full acre in an exclusive neighborhood of custom cabins, this place offers something rare: community proximity yet complete seclusion once inside. Strategic hill positioning, sprawling pines, and design framing forest and valley views create total privacy while maintaining easy access to all the White Mountains offer.

THE SPACE: CHARACTER YOU CAN'T FAKE ✨
This isn't your typical vacation rental. It's the one that has soul. Honey-toned pine walls rise to cathedral ceilings, a dramatic spiral staircase winds upward, and vintage portraits gaze down with knowing expressions. Elk hides drape over railings, antler chandeliers cast romantic shadows.

🎨 Gothic Western Aesthetic woven throughout with genuine antiques—bear sculpture, owl sconces, cow skulls, vintage botanical prints, longhorn skull above living space. These quirks create memories kids and friends discuss for years.
🐕 Dog Friendly! Nearly quarter-acre fenced yard provides secure space for dogs to roam freely. While accommodating families with children, note that it's not young child-friendly due to winding staircases and open loft design.
🛏️ Sleeps 12 Comfortably across thoughtfully designed sleeping areas prioritizing comfort over cramming beds.
📍 Proximity: Minutes to Show Low's dining, breweries, shopping; short drive to Pinetop-Lakeside; 45 min to slopes; 5 min to Fool Hollow Lake; surrounded by hiking trails and off-road adventure.

GATHERING SPACES 🏡
The Great Room: Your Mountain Sanctuary
The heart of Poppywood beats in this soaring great room where A-frame architecture creates dramatic height. Picture everyone gravitating here after exploring—some sprawl across the oversized brown leather sectional, others claim the purple velvet loveseat, kids dive into cozy reading nooks.
🛋️ Plush velvet furniture in rich jewel tones—deep blues, luxurious purples, warm burgundies. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the forest, flooding the space with natural light by day and star-studded skies at night.
🔥 Freestanding gas fireplace with vintage cast-iron styling adds instant ambiance. Large flat-screen TV, built-in vintage shelving with curated books, games, and gothic decor.
🌀 The spiral staircase is a showpiece—catches light beautifully, creates architectural drama, adds storybook charm.
📚 Cozy reading nooks feature oversized bean bags by windows, one with its own vintage cast-iron gas stove.

The Dining Area: Where Meals Become Memories
🪵 Stunning large wood table seats 10+ comfortably. Mix of wooden chairs and plush fur-covered bench adds texture and warmth.
🦌 Antler centerpiece commands attention, lantern-style lighting casts warm glow. Dramatic frosted glass doors lead to walk-in pantry. Decorative bar cabinet with wine storage keeps cocktail hour flowing.

The Kitchen: Function Meets Forest Charm
🍳 Honey-toned pine cabinets, granite countertops, distinctive farmhouse sink with industrial pipe faucet create practical yet photogenic space.
⛽ Gas range for serious cooking, stainless steel refrigerator with magnetic spice racks, walk-in pantry.
🎨 Gothic western touches—golden stag head mount, owl sculpture, vintage decor. A-frame walls and exposed beams make meal prep special.

SLEEPING QUARTERS 😴
🌟 Primary Suite (Main Floor): Wrapped in windows with immersive forest views. Private deck for secluded morning coffee surrounded by rustling aspens and birdsong.
🛁 The showpiece: antique clawfoot tub in ensuite bathroom. Soak away tension while afternoon light streams through pine planking—a ritual, an experience, pure indulgence. Cathedral ceilings create spa-like space. Separate shower for busy mornings. Main floor convenience.

👑 King Bedroom (Upper Level): Cathedral ceilings with exposed beams create breathtaking drama. Windows on multiple walls frame pines—luxurious treehouse feeling. Metal arched headboard, crisp white linens, mini-split climate control. Velvet tufted ottoman, vintage ceiling fan.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Large Room (Upper Level): Two queen beds with quality mattresses. Two sets of twin bunks (four twin spaces). Sleeps 8 in this room alone. Perfect for families where kids claim bunks, friend groups, multi-generational travel. Sloped ceilings, multiple windows, professionally cleaned bedding, exposed beams. Summer camp magic with actual comfort.

WORK AREAS 💻
Three dedicated workstations throughout the cabin for simultaneous work without fighting for space.
🖥️ Each features proper desk setup with monitor (bring laptop for dual-screen), ergonomic office chair, natural light positioning with forest views.
📶 Fast, reliable WiFi—truly. "Attend video meetings, upload large files, stream while someone else games" level internet. Mountain location without digital isolation.

OUTDOOR RETREATS 🌲
🌅 The Legendary Sunset View: Not hyperbole—genuinely the best sunset view in the area. Front-row seat to nature's greatest daily performance. Sun dropping below the valley in explosions of gold, pink, orange, purple painting the entire sky. The kind that stops conversation, makes everyone reach for phones then put them down realizing no photo does justice.

🏞️ Three Decks with Views
🔥 Main deck features gas fire pit table as social hub—flickering flames, comfortable seating, incredible valley vista. Built-in table with flames dancing in center.
🪑 Vintage carved wooden sofa with ornate detailing. Multiple conversation areas for different vibes. Covered carport below, decks extending from multiple levels create layers of outdoor living space.

🌳 Quarter-Acre Fenced Yard: Freedom and Security
Secure, gated yard is game-changer for families with dogs or children. Close the gate—everyone has freedom.
🌱 Turfed Area: Soft green carpet of artificial turf where other properties offer dirt and pine needles. Adirondack chairs positioned for forest and valley views. Yoga, cartwheels, dogs roaming without tracking mud. Year-round green, no maintenance.
🏖️ Multiple Hammocks strung between towering pines. Pine-scented breeze, dappled sunlight, pure rest.
🎪 Kids' Swing Set for family fun within secure fence.
🪺 Hanging Egg Chair tucked in cozy corner for reading or swaying while contemplating pines.
Abundant seating—Adirondacks, hammocks, deck furniture, carved sofa, egg chair. Everyone finds their perfect spot.
🚗 Ample Parking Including RV Pad: Multiple vehicles accommodated, including dedicated RV pad (no hookups). Trailers with ATVs, bikes, kayaks welcome.

UNIQUE FEATURES 🌟
🪜 Two Staircase Access: Dramatic spiral staircase as showpiece. Quaint back stairwell provides traditional route. No morning traffic jams, parents slip downstairs without waking kids.
🚿 Two and a Half Bathrooms: Primary en-suite with clawfoot tub and walk-in shower; upper level full bath serving king bedroom and Large Room; half bath on main level. No morning bottlenecks.
❄️☀️ Climate Control Year-Round: Mini-split units and central systems ensure comfort every season.

GUEST ACCESS 🔑
Full access to entire cabin and outdoor areas. Keypad entry—receive unique code before arrival. No key exchanges. Gated fenced yard perfect for containing dogs and children safely. Digital guidebook upon booking with local recommendations, property details, insider tips.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE ⚠️
❄️ Winter Weather: Snow in winter months. Highly recommended to have chains, AWD or 4x4 if snow is expected. Main roads are well-maintained, but mountain conditions change quickly.
👶 Young Child Safety Notice: ⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: Not considered young child friendly. Hazards include: open loft with railing, narrow spiral staircase without baby gate (we provide two gates, recommend constant supervision), furniture not mounted to walls, freestanding gas fireplace, outlets without covers. By booking, you agree to full responsibility for all children and constant adult supervision.
✨ The Quirky Character: Like any true mountain cabin, Poppywood has quirks—guidebook details ensure you know what to expect!

WHY THIS PLACE🏆
✅ Practical Done Right: Sleeps 12 comfortably; 2.5 bathrooms; Fast, reliable WiFi; Three workstations with monitors; Fully equipped kitchen; Climate control year-round; Ample parking including RV pad; Keypad entry
🌟 Experience That Exceeds: Best sunset views in area; Antique clawfoot tub; Quarter-acre fenced yard; Gothic western character; Three view decks; Gas fire pit table; Forest immersion; Strategic positioning
💝 Who This Is For: Families creating traditions; Friend groups strengthening bonds; Couples rediscovering each other; Remote workers needing inspiration; Dog owners seeking adventure; Multi-generational groups; Anyone seeking transformation

This home provides transformation—disconnect from chaos, reconnect with what matters, surrounded by towering pines, spectacular sunsets, and a cabin that feels like it was waiting just for you.
🏔️ Book this amazing place. Your White Mountains story begins here. 🏔️
We're a family of four from Queen Creek with boy/girl twins and two dogs. As tech industry professionals who fell in love with the Arizona White Mountains, we created these getaways to share the magic of mountain living with others. We're committed to providing clean, comfortable spaces where families can unplug and reconnect, and we're committed to making sure you have everything you need for an unforgettable mountain getaway.

Unmatched Valley Views
The best sunset vista in the area - three view decks position you perfectly to watch the sky transform nightly into gold, pink, and purple hues over the valley. This isn't a glimpse through trees - it's an unobstructed panorama that becomes the centerpiece of your stay.

Designed for Real Groups
Most "sleeps 10+" cabins cram bodies into uncomfortable spaces. This home delivers comfort with thoughtful design: primary suite with ensuite bathroom and antique clawfoot tub, private king bedroom, plus "The Large Room" with two queens and four twin bunks. Two and a half bathrooms eliminate morning chaos. Dual staircases mean guests flow naturally without congestion.

Remote Work Done Right
Three complete workstations with monitors and ergonomic chairs - not just "table space." Fast WiFi throughout. Work your morning hours productively, then actually enjoy your mountain vacation. Perfect for digital nomads or mixed work-play trips.

Outdoor Paradise
Beyond three stunning view decks: Adirondack chairs on turf for morning coffee, hammocks between towering pines for afternoon reading, fire pit for evening gatherings, and a kids' swing. The entire property sits blanketed in sprawling pines - you're surrounded by forest yet minutes from town.

Character With Comfort
Gothic western aesthetic meets modern amenities. Quirky details give this A-frame authentic personality generic rentals lack. Yet you get climate control year-round, fully equipped kitchen, quality coffee setup, and luxurious touches like the clawfoot tub.

True Flexibility
Ample parking for multiple vehicles. Close to Show Low's dining, shopping, hiking, fishing, and winter sports. The space supports both adventure-packed itineraries and lazy mountain mornings equally well.
This isn't just accommodation - it's the experience itself.
The view alone sets this place apart. While other properties promise mountain experiences, we deliver the absolute best sunset vista in the entire area. Watch the sky explode in brilliant gold and pink as the sun dips below the valley - this isn't just a view, it's a nightly spectacle.

Space that actually works. Luxurious primary suite downstairs with antique clawfoot tub, romantic king bedroom upstairs, and "The Large Room" with two queens and four twin bunks. Two and a half bathrooms eliminate morning chaos. Two staircases mean no bottlenecks, no stress.

Work-life balance made real. Three dedicated workstations with monitors and fast WiFi. Check emails in the morning, hit the trails by lunch, back for sunset cocktails on one of three view decks.

Outdoor living on another level. Three decks with breathtaking views, Adirondack chairs, hammocks between pines, fire pit for stargazing, and a swing for kids. Nearly quarter-acre secure fenced yard means dogs roam freely and children play safely - close the gate and relax worry-free.

Perfect for your whole crew. Dogs welcome! Ample parking including rock RV pad (no hookups). Bring the whole family, all the vehicles, and all the adventure gear.

Authentic character. Gothic western charm with personality and quirks - this is a real mountain cabin with heart, not another cookie-cutter rental.

Location that gives you everything. Minutes to Show Low's dining, shops, hiking, and fishing. Close to everything yet tucked away for a true escape.

Book now - your vacation deserves more than ordinary.

THE POPPYWOOD SETTING: YOUR MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY
Address: 4101 W Thornton Rd, Show Low, Arizona
Arriving at Your Retreat
The moment you turn onto the rock driveway, you'll know you've found something special. A manual gate welcomes you to the property - close it behind you and instantly feel the outside world fade away. The driveway winds upward, revealing glimpses of what awaits: a charming brown A-frame perched high on the hill, the covered carport below, and those sprawling pines that seem to touch the sky.

Park beneath the carport and take a moment before heading inside. Look up. The cabin rises above you with its distinctive A-frame profile, decks extending from multiple levels, and that unmistakable sense that you're somewhere truly special. Look out. The valley spreads below in an unobstructed panorama - this is the view you'll watch transform at sunset, the vista that will become the backdrop to every outdoor meal, every morning coffee, every evening around the fire pit.

Your Mountain Neighborhood
The place sits on a full acre of mountain paradise within an exclusive neighborhood of custom cabins. Yes, you have neighbors - this is a mountain community, not isolated wilderness. But here's the magic: the property is perfectly positioned so that once you step inside or settle onto those view decks, you completely forget you're in a neighborhood.

The cabin's elevation on the hill, the strategic placement on the acre, those towering pines creating natural screening, and the design that focuses views toward the valley rather than neighboring properties - it all combines to create a sense of total seclusion. You're close enough to neighbors for that comforting sense of community and security, yet you'll spend your entire stay feeling like you have the mountain to yourself.
This isn't a crowded development where houses compete for space - each property here enjoys generous land, mature forests, and thoughtful positioning that maintains privacy. Your neighbor

Summer Adventures
Lake Life: Fool Hollow Lake (5 minutes) offers fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding with rental options available. Woodland Lake provides peaceful fishing and scenic walking trails. Show Low Lake is ideal for boating and waterside picnics.
Hiking for All Levels: Trails range from easy nature walks to challenging summit ascents. Popular routes include the General Crook Trail with panoramic views.
Mountain Biking: Technical single-track and scenic forest roads satisfy every skill level. Cool elevation makes summer riding comfortable.
Off-Roading: ATV and UTV trails crisscross the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Hundreds of miles from easy scenic routes to challenging technical terrain.
Wildlife Watching: Elk, deer, wild turkeys, Mexican gray wolves, and countless bird species call this forest home. Early morning and dusk offer the best viewing.

Winter Wonderland
Sunrise Park Resort (45 minutes): Arizona's premier ski destination with runs for every ability, snowboarding, tubing, and stunning alpine scenery.
Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing: Forest roads and trails transform into peaceful winter routes. Snow-covered pines create magical landscapes.
Sledding: Lots of hills on the property.

Year-Round Fun
Downtown Show Low: Local restaurants, breweries, shops, and the famous "Show Low" deuce of clubs marker telling the town's poker game origin story.
Pinetop-Lakeside: Charming mountain town with additional dining, shopping, and seasonal festivals.
Golfing: Multiple courses including Silver Creek and Torreon Golf Club offer high-elevation play with stunning scenery.
Scenic Drives: The Mogollon Rim and Highway 260 provide spectacular views, especially during fall color season.
Stargazing: Minimal light pollution means incredible night skies. The Milky Way visible on clear nights.
Just Relaxing: Sometimes the best activity is doing nothing—sitting on your deck, watching sunsets, breathing pine-scented air, and truly unwinding.

Charming Sunset-View Mountain Cabin with Unique Gothic Décor near Fool Hollow Lake in Show Low, Arizona