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Newly restored 1910 Ozark Mountain Dogtrot Cottage

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shirley, AR
  • Greers Ferry Lake
    12 min drive
  • Fairfield Bay Marina
    13 min drive
  • The Mona Lisa
    7 min walk
  • Chow Hall BBQ
    5 min drive

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About the area

Shirley

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Shirley, within a 15-minute drive of Greers Ferry Lake and Fairfield Bay Marina. .This cottage is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Mountain Ranch Course and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Little Red River.

What's nearby

  • Greers Ferry Lake - 12 min drive
  • Fairfield Bay Marina - 13 min drive
  • Mountain Ranch Course - 13 min drive
  • Little Red River - 15 min drive
  • Ozark Folk Center State Park - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Little Red Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dock of the Bay - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cool Pool Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Mona Lisa - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Newly restored 1910 Ozark Mountain Dogtrot Cottage

Built around 1910, you'll go back in time when you step foot in this newly restored Dogtrot Cottage. Sitting on top of the hill in Downtown Shirley, this is one of the few dogtrots still standing in Arkansas. It feels just like Grandma's old place! The house was originally designed with open-ended passage that runs through the center of a house, flanked by two enclosed living spaces. The living room has been restored to how it would have looked in the early 1900's. Each room in the house is themed for a different decade. The kitchen was originally in a separate building apart from the house. But when the owners added plumbing around the middle of last century, a bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room were added to the original house. The home sits on 1 acre of land with plenty of room for parking cars, ATVs, boats, etc. You'll get views of the Ozark Mountains from almost every window. Two screened in porches and a large covered front porch makes it ideal for outdoor enjoyment.

The big bedroom has a king bed and couch (w/ TV), the smaller room has two twin beds. We do have a blow up mattress for anyone needing an extra place to sleep.

The house may be old, but modern amenities abound in this unique rental. High speed WiFi, two TV's, fully stocked kitchen supplies, antique tub with shower, dedicated office and brand new HVAC.

Outside, enjoy our quaint courtyard with firepit, covered parking, charcoal grill and yard games including croque, bocci ball, frisbee, cornhole and others.

Enjoy porch sittin' ? Well, we have three porches to choose from! Two are screened in and the front porch is HUGE!

The house is a three minute walk to the antique shops and museum in the Historic Shirley Downtown and a five minute walk to the historic Cottrell-Wilson Hiking Trail. The city park, river access, historic jail and train bridge are all within a ten minute walk.

Kayaking, Fishing, Swimming, Hiking, ATV riding and Golf are all activities within Shirley and Fairfield Bay Area!

Laundry room is on property
Pets are allowed but we charge a $30 pet fee. Please keep pets OFF the furniture. The house is full of antiques, so we allow dogs under 20 lbs.

There are two security cameras on the shed. One faces the carport and the other faces the side yard.

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jeremy and Emily Walter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 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 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Unfenced Yard. No leash law in town.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

This property does not have elevators

Newly restored 1910 Ozark Mountain Dogtrot Cottage Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house to stay in while visiting the area
We needed a place to stay near my husbands family and having a location in Shirley was perfect!! It was easy to get to other areas like Fairfield bay and Mountain View for other activities. Calm quiet area and my kids loved petting duke the neighbors dog who would come by and say hi!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
My daughter and I spent the Thanksgiving Holiday at the Cottrell Cottage. It was the perfect getaway. Clean, close and everything we needed for a perfect trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Comfy Home!
This historic home is so whimsical and fun! It was spotless, comfortable, and had everything supplied that we would need for a weekend stay. Emily was so easy to communicate with amd check-in was easy! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Motorcycle riding in the Ozarks!
The cottage is absolutely amazing! The attention to detail is impeccable and makes it feel like a walk backwards through time. The modern updates make it feel very homey and super comfortable. There was nothing else we needed for a week long stay. The neighbors and their hound dog are super friendly too! We will be back..
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

RANDY R.

Liked: Cleanliness
GOLF WEEKEND
WE HAD A GREAT TIME AND THE HOUSE WAS AMAZING. THE OUTSIDE WASN'T AS NICE BECAUSE OF THE OVERGROWTH BUT THE INSIDE AND THE PORCH WAS AWESOME. WE HAD A WEEKEND OF GOLF, FLEA MARKETS AND A FRIENDS BAND PLAYED AT THE CONVENTION CENTER. OUR ENTIRE STAY WAS FUN AND RELAXING. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THE PLACE TO OUR FRIENDS AND WILL BE STAYING AGAIN.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Very nicely done. Comfortable clean and wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Metal flowers
Everything great. Beds a little too firm, but slept good on night 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation rental yet!
This was the best vacation rental by far! The house was a homestead then a boarding house. There are 3 porches, and they all have a great view. The AC and all of the appliances worked. There’s a creek close by to fish in. The cottage is adorable, functional, and I can’t wait to come back! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donette L., Hot Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
This is a wonderfully restored home. Very comfortable and clean. Exactly what we wanted for a quiet, quick weekend get away. The owners are fabulous and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDY B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memory Lane
Restored dogtrot house was lovely. Like walking down memory lane. Enjoyed eating and visiting around the kitchen table with my family. But they need a bigger coffee pot, lol
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend at this historic homestead
My family stayed here for my birthday (because my hubs is awesome) and we highly enjoyed ourselves. Its obvious someone restored this place with care and put effort into making it nice for renters. There is a ton of history in the decorations and articles about the house. The setting is gorgeous, the home super clean. We loved it and will 100% stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister weekend
We loved this cute house. We loved learning the history of it. Will be visiting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Fordyce

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Enjoyed visiting with my brother and his wife. They are owners of the Red Rooster Vintage Store in downtown Shirley. Very quiet neighborhood! Hope to visit and stay here again. We left a small make up bag that we would like back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

belinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the drive!
We enjoyed our stay in this charming house. Very comfortable and absolutely spotless! We definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, Beautiful Home with History
Our stay in Shirley, Arkansas at the Cottrell home was a great experience. We were traveling with our dog and the large yard was perfect for him to run and explore. There are not many restaurants close, we cooked most meals in the large kitchen. The kitchen had all of the kitchen items to prepare a meal. There are three porches, two are screened in and the beautiful covered front porch. We enjoyed sitting on the porches reading and relaxing. We both felt like we were living in a time of the past when life was slow and you can just sit and enjoy the view. There are many trips you can take from Shirley, we visted Mountain View for the day and visited the Blanchard Springs Caverns and trails. Thete is a beautiful waterfall there to see. I would definitely recommed this home it was amazing. We will definitely return to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in Arkansas!
The pictures online did the property no justice. It's so much more beautiful in person! We loved every last thing there! Had so much fun!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023