6248 Dairy Lane, Mormon Lake, AZ 86038 (MLS# 204288)

Possession: At COE

Seller's Option: Cash

Living Room Features: Cath/Vltd Ceilings; Fireplace

Family Room Features: None

Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Electric Range; Microwave; Pantry

Primary Bedroom: PBr Main; Pbr w/Bath

Laundry: None

Floor Coverings: Carpet; Wood

Dining Room Features: None

Other Rooms: Loft

Fireplace: Wood Burning Stove

Heating: None

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

Plumbing: Dual Flush Toilet(s)

Power Production: On Grid

Interior Amenities: Smoke Detector(s)

Utilities Available: Electricity Available; Phone Available; Septic; Water Available

Water Source: Cistern; Delivery Available; Private Water Co; Shared Well; Water Haul

Style: Cabin

Exterior: Wood Siding

Construction: Frame-Wood

Windows: Single Pane

Roof: Metal

Foundation: Crawl Space

Location: Borders FS; Rural

Roads: Dirt

Road Maintenance: County; Forest Service

Snow Removal: None

Views: Forest; Mountain(s)

Exterior Amenities: Covered Patio; Dogs/Cats OK; Open Deck; Shed(s)

Community Amenities: Trail(s)

their green roofs blending seamlessly into the landscape as if the forest simply grew up around them. A classic tire swing hangs from an ancient tree. A covered porch wraps the front of the main cabin, strung with lights and just enough seating to make you never want to go back inside. This is the kind of place that makes you exhale the moment you arrive. Mother Nature herself makes regular appearances here, with deer and elk known to wander right through the yard, making every morning feel like something out of a nature documentary. Step through the bold green front door and you are immediately wrapped in warmth. Soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams give the great room an open, breathing quality, spacious enough to feel free and intimate enough to feel like home. A classic cast-iron wood-burning stove anchors the living space, perfect for cool mountain evenings when the temperature drops and the stars come out in force. Hardwood floors run throughout the main level, layered with rich rugs that add color and texture to every corner. The living room flows naturally between cozy seating areas, a bookshelf lined with well-loved reads, and framed nature prints that feel curated rather than cluttered.The kitchen is compact but wonderfully functional, featuring retro-style white appliances, green-trimmed cabinetry, and a skylight that pours natural light over the whole space. A round oak dining table seats the whole crew comfortably, and the open layout makes cooking feel social rather than solitary. Whether you are brewing morning coffee or making a big pot of chili after a day on the trails, this kitchen delivers everything you need without pretense. The main-level bedroom is a peaceful retreat wrapped in forest views from multiple wood-framed windows, with knotty pine wainscoting and a hand-painted vine border along the ceiling that adds a personal and whimsical touch. Above, a loft sleeping area accessed by a ship's ladder tucks two beds under a sloped ceiling with a small window framing the treetops. It is cozy, private, and guaranteed to be a favorite spot. A full bathroom with warm knotty pine paneling and a classic vanity rounds out the interior with everything you need and nothing you don't.Water is supplied by two cistern tanks, a practical and reliable system well suited to mountain cabin living. The property's natural setting is truly its greatest feature. Mature ponderosa pines tower overhead, providing deep shade and year-round beauty. A separate outbuilding with its own green roof offers additional storage or workshop potential. The grounds are organic and unfenced, with pine needles underfoot, boulders scattered naturally, and paths worn by years of happy use. This is not a manicured suburban yard. This is the forest, and it is magnificent.Mountain cabins with this much charm, this much character, and this much potential rarely come to market at this price point. Whether you are searching for the perfect weekend retreat, a seasonal escape from the valley heat, or a place to recharge and reconnect with nature, this property delivers that experience beautifully.Please note that this home is situated on U.S. Forest Service land. The cabin and structures are owned by the seller, however the underlying land is leased from or subject to the terms of the Forest Service. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to conduct thorough due diligence regarding the land lease terms, renewal conditions, permitted uses, and any applicable restrictions prior to making an offer. Your real estate agent and legal counsel can help guide you through this process.Come up for the weekend. You will not want to leave.