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The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81936 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Mount Ida, AR
  • Popular LocationOuachita National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationNirvana Star Farms5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWegner Crystal Mines15 min drive
  • AirportHot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)45 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very peaceful. Nice location , easy to find.
Patrick S.
Nov 20, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods

ESCAPE TO THE GROTTO
Your four-bedroom retreat awaits on 10 acres of pristine forest in the Ouachita mountains. Completely renovated, enjoy the finest comforts and the most thoughtful touches, all in a breathtaking setting that will recharge your soul. (Pets welcomed too!)

Tucked at the end of a winding country road, you will be just minutes from quaint Mt. Ida, Lake Ouachita, bike trails, crystal mines, and more. Watch the deer as you sip your morning coffee on the front porch and enjoy the sunrise. Hike up the wooded hillside along trickling streams. Stargaze without a trace of light pollution on the multi-level back deck.

Property manager

Colleen and Brian

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1936 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Note from host: Flat fee of $75

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Lake Ouachita and Ouachita National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Nirvana Star Farms - 5 min drive
  • Wegner Crystal Mines - 15 min drive
  • Twin Creek - 16 min drive
  • Lake Ouachita - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairyette - 5 min drive
  • El Diamante Mexican Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Mt Ida Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Subway - 5 min drive
  • Shack Attack Pizza - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Nirvana Star Farms. Wegner Crystal Mines and Lake Ouachita are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay here!
What a wonderful place to stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything you could possibly need (plus lots of extras). It is a place that the owners have taken great pride in. They were very responsive to an early check-in. What a peaceful place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private place in a beautiful town
Long weekend, just the two of us. The property was spotless, everything worked, very private!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
House was very clean , beds were very comfortable, there were tools and gloves for searching for crystals charcoal and lighter fluid everything you would need for a fantastic weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Everything was clean, location was awesome, and we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful
Very peaceful. Nice location , easy to find.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Grotto
Excellent place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very neat place
Stayed only one night so we could be nearby camp ozark to pick up kids from camp next morning. Great place, wish i could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The atmosphere was Hot, but the Grotto was COOLER!
We came up to Mt. Ida to get away from the Texas heat, well, on that we failed, but we stumbled into a gem of a short term rental at the Grotto, the decorations were fantastic, the property well maintained, and the amenities were perfect for our family of 4. We did everything from hanging out in Hot Springs to finding a hidden spot by the River about 9 miles away (Be careful it is a 7 mile dirt/gravel road) - but when we got there, it was amazing. The town of Mt. Ida was fantastic, the people friendly and we never lacked for fun things to do, the Grotto was perfect in that we played lots of family games around the kitchen table and many many fooseball games in which our youngest son age 20 let us all know that he was undefeated for the week - GRRR - next time I will get him....So from our family to whomever is thinking of coming to this area of Arkansas - we give the Grotto our highest rating - awesome place !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Weekend Getaway
This property is exactly what we were looking for. It’s quiet and secluded. Everything in the house has been updated, which made our stay easy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Wifey and I booked it for 2 nights with our daughters family. It was perfect for us and Brian was very prompt and helpful when I had questions. I’d recommend The Grotto to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023