A-Frame Cabin on 4.86 Acres Backing National Forest in Doney Park, AZ — Investment Opportunity or Custom Retreat?

By Broaddus Partners Group  ·  Northern Arizona Real Estate

If you've been searching for a property in Northern Arizona that offers wide-open space, National Forest access, and genuine potential — this is it. Located at 10510 Cross Road in Doney Park, AZ, this A-frame cabin sits on nearly 5 acres of land and backs directly to National Forest, offering privacy, open views, and the kind of outdoor freedom that's increasingly hard to find at any price point.

Whether you're an investor looking for a value-add opportunity, a buyer dreaming of a custom mountain retreat, or someone seeking a remote basecamp near Flagstaff — this property deserves your attention.

"Backing National Forest land with no HOA and the potential for a lot split — this is one of the more flexible acreage opportunities we've seen in the Doney Park area."

The Property: Great Bones, Limitless Potential

Built in 1985, this 1,217 sq ft A-frame home is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath structure being sold as-is — meaning the price reflects its current condition and the opportunity is wide open. For the right buyer, this is exactly the kind of deal that rewards vision and effort.

What makes this property stand out isn't just the acreage — it's the combination of features that offer genuine flexibility from day one:

• RV hookups already on-site — ideal for guests, rental income, or personal use during renovations
• 2,000-gallon cistern plus two water spigots for reliable water access
• Donny Park water may be installable (buyer to verify) — a significant value add
• Year-round access via county roads — no worrying about seasonal isolation
• Potential lot split available (buyer to verify) — a rare opportunity to increase land value
• No HOA — build, expand, or use the land as you choose

National Forest at Your Doorstep

One of this property's most compelling features is its direct backing to National Forest land. That means you're not just buying acreage — you're buying access to an essentially unlimited backyard of trails, open terrain, and natural beauty. For outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, or anyone seeking an escape from urban density, this kind of adjacency is genuinely rare.

The views are open and unobstructed, and the privacy that comes with National Forest backing is something money rarely buys in today's market.

Who Is This Property For?

Investors: The as-is pricing, no-HOA flexibility, and potential lot split create multiple paths to returns — whether through renovation and resale, short-term rental conversion, or long-term land appreciation in a market where Northern Arizona acreage continues to hold strong demand.

Buyers seeking a custom retreat: If you've imagined building or renovating your own off-grid-adjacent escape near Flagstaff, this property gives you the canvas. The bones are there. The land is exceptional. The location is serene.

About Doney Park

Doney Park East is a rural area located northeast of the City of Flagstaff, named after Northern Arizona pioneer Ben Doney. The area is known for homes on acreage, horse properties, manufactured homes, and ranches set among the trees. Residents enjoy large lots of at least an acre, along with sweeping views of the San Francisco Peaks and Sunset Crater Volcano.

The area's major north-south artery is Koch Field Road, and the location places you within easy reach of world-class natural attractions — including Grand Canyon, Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, and Walnut Canyon National Monument.

Location & Walkability

10510 Cross Road is situated in a rural, car-dependent neighborhood — exactly what you'd expect for a property of this nature. Almost all errands require a vehicle, which is a fair trade-off for the privacy, acreage, and National Forest access this location delivers. This is rural Arizona living at its finest.

Walk Score: 4 out of 100 — Car-Dependent. Located in Doney Park, northeast of Flagstaff.

10510 Cross Road

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Key Property Details at a Glance

• List Price: $495,000
• Address: 10510 Cross Road, Doney Park, AZ 86004
• 4.86 acres backing National Forest
• A-Frame home: 2 bed / 2 bath / 1,217 sq ft / built 1985
• Sold as-is — ideal for investors and renovation buyers
• RV hookups on property
• 2,000-gallon cistern + two water spigots
• Donny Park water potential (buyer to verify)
• Potential lot split (buyer to verify)
• Year-round county road access
• No HOA