Title: The Bear Den Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # The Bear Den Beachfront condo with 2 restaurants and marina ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113095100/113095058/88015b5e_edited_c8ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113095100/113095058/6224d46f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113095100/113095058/b27b8b67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113095100/113095058/9c3e92f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113095100/113095058/6a17ab63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Joplin Public Use Area and Tompkins Bend Public Use Area, The Bear Den provides a marina, game and wildlife viewing and a corner/local shop. With a beachfront location, scuba diving and snorkelling, this condo is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage and a facial at Turtle Cove Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy on-site activities, such as sailing, kayaking and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Dryer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bear Den Beachfront condo with 2 restaurants and marina Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at this condo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the condo building's 2 restaurants. The condo has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a memory foam bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Guest accommodation at this condo offers fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desk chairs and dining tables. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 5-star condo has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Mount Ida condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 65-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina are featured at the condo. A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Guests aged under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the condo's full-service spa, Turtle Cove Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On a sandy beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Ski equipment rentals ### Pool/Spa - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Full-service spa - Hot springs nearby - Hot tub - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Free uncovered self parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit) ### Family friendly - Children's books - Children's dinnerware - Children's games - Children's pool - Free cot - Highchair - Musical instrument - Playground - Travel cot ### Kitchen - Blender - Cleaning supplies - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - 2 restaurants - A coffee shop/cafe - Couples/private dining - Dining table - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area - Window screens ### Entertainment - 65-inch LCD TV with digital channels - Books - Evening entertainment - Games - Hulu - Netflix - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Furnished balcony - Garden - Gas grill - Marina - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Walkway to water - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk chair - Laptop workspace ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rug in room - Area rugs in public areas - No lift - Thin carpet in public areas - Thin carpet in room - Tile flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in room - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Electrical adapters - Grocery/convenience store - Guidebooks - Hair salon - Iron/ironing board - Local maps - Restaurant dining guides ### Location highlights - In a national park - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the airport - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - 2 outdoor tennis courts - 4 outdoor pickleball courts - Basketball - Boat and paddles - Canoeing - Children's pool - Fish cleaning table - Fishing - Game viewing - Golf driving range - Hiking/biking trails - Horseback riding/rentals - Kayaking - Motor boating - Mountain biking - Paddleboard - Pedal boat - Personal motorised watercraft - Rock climbing - Sail boat - Scuba diving - Ski equipment rentals - Snorkelling - Water skiing - Water sports equipment - Casino nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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They will be closed from 8 September to 15 May: - Beach - Swimming pool The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day: - Dining venue ### Access methods Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: USD 80.00 per accommodation, per stay. - A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 This property accepts cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from 15 May to 08 September Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool ### Property is also known as The Bear Den Condo The Bear Den Mount Ida The Bear Den Condo Mount Ida ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.57270%2C-93.43126&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F37c0aHyrDRn3FP8RzTPpQnJy_c=) 23 E Pine Cove, Mount Ida, AR, 71957 #### What's nearby - Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Lake Ouachita - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Joplin Public Use Area - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles - Twin Creek - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles - Tompkins Bend Public Use Area - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles #### Getting around - Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shangri-La Diner - ‬14 min drive - ‪Point 28 - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pop Pop's Pizza & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Subway at Brady Mountain Resort - ‬4 min drive - ‪Lodge Restaurant - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Bear Den have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from September 8 until May 15. ### Is The Bear Den pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Bear Den ? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Bear Den ? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Bear Den ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Bear Den located? > Located in Mount Ida, this beachfront condo building is in a national park and within a 15-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita. Joplin Public Use Area and Denby Point Public Use Area are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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