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Fall, in a Ouachita Mt cabin, close to lake crystal digging. See Fall colors

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Beach
Exterior
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Mt Ida, AR
  • Ouachita National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Lake Ouachita
    7 min drive
  • Twin Creek
    11 min drive
  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    32 min drive

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About the area

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this cabin is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Ouachita National Forest and 7 minutes from Lake Ouachita. .This family-friendly cabin is 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Hot Springs National Park and 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Ouachita - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Twin Creek - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hot Springs National Park - 28 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Lake Ouachita State Park - 40 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burl's Country Smokehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shangri La Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪B&B Cafe and Catering - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Colonial Grocery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fall, in a Ouachita Mt cabin, close to lake crystal digging. See Fall colors

We are very lucky to have some happy guests. Read our reviews and book ASAP so your family does not miss out on a great vacation experience.

This gated private cabin that is located on a wooded lot on the footsteps of the Ouachita National Forest (3 miles from Mountain Habor on Lake Ouachita - a boating paradise (25mins from Camp Ozark!) this new cabin is the perfect location for a family getaway, peaceful weekend or a bass fisherman's dream-come-true! Every season is an ideal time to enjoy all that this location has to offer.

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Steps meander down from the cabin's back deck to the edge of the mountain where you can explore and find untouched crystals. The world record striper was caught within 5 miles of the cabin and boat rental and fishing guide services are available. Fishing guide Wayne Compton is one of our favorites. Excellent lake and outdoor opportunities abound. Many hiking and biking trails are within 5 mins of the cabin. Several trails follow the Lake shoreline. We have maps to show all the different trails.

The interior of the cabin is extremely comfortable with two master suites - master with new king size bed, and upstairs bedroom, with a queen size bed and private bathroom. The upstairs,also, has loft bedroom, with a regular bed and a twin bed. The downstairs bedroom has French doors opening onto the back porch with a wonderful view of the Mountains, while the upstairs suite has it's own private balcony. So be ready to totally Disconnect , however, don't worry we have WIFI and Direct TV. FYI- Our internet is rural, and only meant for checking social media and e-mails., NOT for streaming games, videos and movies, !

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Luxury cabin for summer fun on Lake Ouachita,hiking/biking, fish/boat +crystals
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this cabin include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Betsy Byers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside. Please, dispose of butts,properly

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1650 sq ft (153 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Fall, in a Ouachita Mt cabin, close to lake crystal digging. See Fall colors Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Trip
The home has a lot of room to spread out. Everything you need in the kitchen. Very well stocked. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Getaway
The property was amazing and our host did a great job responding and answering any questions I had during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness
--Arkansas cabin
This cabin really exceeded our expectations! Well done inside and out. We loved the private gate and seclusion, even though still close to the highway. A nice place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very well equipped and comfortable
Spacious, comfortable and well equipped. The owner was very helpful about everything and always quick to response. A perfect place for a family to enjoy the beautiful nature in Arkansans! You may hear the sound of the car traffic much in the daytime because it is located right next to the area's main road. It did not bother us at all since we were away exploring the places in the daytime and it was totally quiet at night. Highly recommended for a family fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R., Chicago Suburbs

Liked: Cleanliness
great base to explore the area
This was a great place to stay while we explored the area and dug for crystals. The house was perfect for our family of four. It was somewhat secluded but still easy to find. You can occasionally hear a loud car pass on the road below, but it was not loud. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin!
The cabin was very beautiful and nice. The location is between Hot Springs and Mount Ida. It was a bit of a drive each way. Only complaint would be that the cabin is right next to the highway which I didn’t realize until we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip
We had such a great time! We’ll definitely rebook next year! Spacious, well stocked cabin. Nice fire pit with plenty of seating around the fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature getaways
This was a perfect little out of the way cabin. It is a well equipped spacious rental. If you have kids that like to explore and dig this is the place for them! Crystal mining is close and a fun experience. Plenty of nature to enjoy! Great experience all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L., Willow Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Arkansas getaway
Beautiful cabin outside of Hot Springs! Really enjoy our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin
This property was amazing! Plenty of room for the whole family. Great deck and fire pit area for fun conversations and s’mores. Crystal hunting in back woods was a highlight. Close enough to everything we needed and remote enough for peace and quiet. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect spot
The property is heavily wooded and private, very beautiful, and well taken care of. The owner was quick to reply to my questions throughout the stay and made sure we had what we needed. We did some crystal hunting while there and this location is in the perfect spot if that is in your plans. I’d easily stay here again if I’m ever back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and well-furnished / stocked
My husband and I had a wonderful 10 night stay in this home. The space was perfect for the 2 of us, and would have also been great for another couple to stay upstairs. The king bed that we used was extremely comfortable. The bathroom and large walk-in closet were very nice. The kitchen had everything we needed, although we are spoiled so a Keurig would have been nice for our K-cups. Coffee grounds were supplied to use with the traditional coffee maker, so it wasn't a problem for us. We were able to watch Netflix on the smart TV, which was good because we didn't want to be limited to cable. The deck overlooked the highway, which was noisy with all of the cars and trucks driving by. But we got used to it. The back side of the house was surrounded by woods and a creek. That was beautiful. We felt secure with the gated entrance to the driveway. We enjoyed evenings sitting by the firepit, with a nicely stocked woodpile, sipping a glass of wine. Husband went fishing everyday on Ouachita, which was only about 10 minutes away. The interior of the house was clean and cozy, with nice decorating touches. It is clear that the owners take pride in the property and care deeply about the comfort and happiness of their guests.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Spacious, Beautiful Setting
My son-in-law and myself took my 3 grand children for 3 days of spring break to dig for crystals in the Mt Ida area. We hiked around parts of Lake Ouachita ate at several local restaurants. The kids loved the cabin and wooded surroundings to explore. Beds were comfortable and so nice to come back to this place to rest up for our next outing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. Much better in person then in pictures! Very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed hiking & crystal hunting around the property. Convenient location to town. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Josephine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Avoid VRBO
To be honest, I cannot rate the actual house due to the fact we never made it in. We left our home in IL at 4am with 3 kids in tow (ages 11, 9, and 2) hoping to arrive by dinner. At around 7:30, we arrive at the house which has a gated entrance at the end of the driveway. I checked the email info for a gate code. Nothing. We contact the help line for vrbo. It’s now after 8pm and vrbo states the owner isn’t required to answer between 8pm and 8am. But before they attempt to look for a gate code, we need to send a pic of the gate to them because we sound suspicious. ?!? Sending pic. After confirming we are not criminals, they stated they couldn’t find any code and they would set us up in a motel for the night. At this time, hubby says no, I will walk all our luggage up the hill to the house before I go to a motel. (FYI it’s pouring rain) Vrbo didn’t want to hold and stated for us to call back if we needed further help. Hubby comes back down the hill (drenched) and says, key is not in the location stated in email. Call back vrbo and now told, they can’t find hotel so we will just reimburse you for anything you can find. And now the kids are screaming mad tired. Driving for an hour and finally get into a “hotel.” It had beds. I didn’t notice bugs. That’s about all I can say. Nothing open and now we’re hungry. Let salvage what we can from the groceries we bought BEFORE realizing we couldn’t get into the house. Then pitch the rest because we have no place to put it. “Sleep” in queen bed with toddler. Wake up at 8am exhausted. Call vrbo help. Since we can’t reach the owner, we’ll be happy to pay for 2 nights in a hotel…..WTH! (This is the time I flipped out) I explained to them the child situation and they said they would absolutely make sure we get 2 adjoining suites with full kitchens for our groceries (little late for that) and contact us as soon as the owner is reached. Drive to the hotel. None of their rooms join. Exterior entrance only. That’s a BIG no. Used other web site…Found a 4 bedroom 2 bath house ready by 4pm. No issues. Got settled. Started our vacation. Never called vrbo to tell them we went somewhere else. Figured they would check on us. Nope. 2 days later, the homeowner calls me direct. She’s pretty angry with vrbo. Says she was never told about our stay. Her son and co-owner was never contacted. Very apologetic. Gave personal cell # and offered 20% discount on another visit. I’m sure the house is great. Just don’t book through VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Mountain Getaway
We were looking for A peaceful get away from lifes stress. My brother in law just had A major surgery. We took him there to heal . It made him fill calm and at peace again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Very nice property. Well maintained and clean. Comfortable beds. Amazing wrap around deck. Owner was quick to answer any questions. Close to lots of attractions and crystal mines.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time and again a pleasure!
This is our return visit for our 1 year wedding anniversary after I proposed here 2 years ago. We thought it would be a nice way of coming full circle. The property is gorgeous and very comfy. Betsy is excellent with communications and made sure everything was just right for our trip. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reba W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property close to tons of fun!!!
The cabin is perfect - easy to get to, yet amazingly private. Close to fun and adventure. Well stocked with board games for evening fun. We loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Our experience was great. House is beautiful and located in a very nice area. Perfect size for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathew R. A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times
All around great choice and location to all items wanting to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn F.

Weekend Getaway
Nice relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jeanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing place to stay.
The cabin was exactly as advertised and perfect for our family to get to Mt. Ida or Hot Springs easily. Beds were all comfy and the scenery was beautiful. Would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wooded retreat
The house was the perfect base camp for us while we hiked and explored the amazing Quachita forest on foot and with our ATV’s. It was very convenient with so many nearby trailheads. The home was clean and nicely decorated. We felt very much at home from the moment we unpacked. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022