Private Beach, Walk to River, Mountain View, Chapel, Privacy Eureka Springs, Arkansas Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 132873

Sophia House

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Location: Eureka Springs, Beaver Lake, Arkansas, USA (On the Kings River, Eureka Springs, AR, Branson, MO)

Accommodations:  House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)

Picture a rustic setting - beautiful mountains surround you, a short walk takes you to an awesome river beach. Whether sitting on the deck enjoying the view, hiking, fishing, swimming, tubing on the Kings River or just bathing in the sun - whatever leisure time activities you indulge in, a feeling of deep contentment prevails.

Sophia House strives to offer more than just a place to eat and sleep while exploring nearby Eureka Springs. It also offers an ambiance not found in many places - you can feel it welcoming you as you walk through the door. The Sophia House provides a spirit of peace, relaxation and joy with the quiet, simple taste of its interior rooms and furnishings and its outside treasures - an awesome mountain view and short walk to the beautiful Kings River with its private primitive beach.

Sophia House is situated in The King of Glory Catholic Community, an 88 acre tract of secluded land, with several households which together maintain a small chapel on the land. As guests of The King of Glory Community, individuals and families staying at Sophia House will have available to them river access with a private primitive picnic area and beach on the Kings River and are invited and encouraged to visit the close by peaceful chapel for prayer and reflection.

Within a ten mile radius Eureka Springs offers many attractions such as the Great Passion Play, Christ of the Ozarks, live shows featuring song, music, and comedy of the Ozarks, Onyx Cave, horseback riding, canoeing on the Kings River, as well as antiques and many arts and crafts shops, spas, massage and other body/mind/spirit exalting experiences. There are numerous restaurants and cafès with tantalizing cuisines.

The quaint and beautiful architecture of Eureka is also worth spending time appreciating; you can walk through it or rent a horse and buggy to see the town. Take time to visit the historical Carnegie Library, 1850's Crescent Hotel, and go through the bell tower of St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church (listed in "Ripley's Believe It or Not"), follow the side walk down to the main entrance, stop in the beautiful awe-inspiring church for a moment of prayer and tranquility before returning home.

A contented feeling will mark the return to the house at the end of a fun-filled day, whether it involves relaxing on the deck, reading a book in the library, watching a video or playing one of the board games provided, walking the property, visiting the chapel, or hanging out at the riverside. Come nightfall spread out a blanket on the lawn and see how many constellations or planets you can identify. It is truly awesome on a clear night! You might just see a shooting star!

This is the ultimate get-away experience. Come, experience the peace.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer: Brand New Front Loading High Efficiency LG; Laundry soap provided.
  • Dryer: Brand New.
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed: Brand new mattress
  • Double Bed: Brand new mattress
  • Twin/Single Bed (2) : Trundel bed each side with a brand new twin mattress.
  • Convertible Bed: Queen size sofa bed with a memory foam mattress.
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • DVD
  • VCR
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Brand new electric stove and oven, also has microwave.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher: Dishwasher detergent provided
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
• View/Location
  • Mountain View
• Other Amenities
  • Library has numerous books in a variety of genres - suspense, mystery, spiritual, classical and children's literature. There are also a number of board games provided for your enjoyment while staying at Agapè House.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): Deck has an entrance ramp then four low but wide steps up to main area of the deck.
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Spelunking
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Eureka Springs - A quaint Victorian Hill town: have a mineral bath and massage, visit numerous art galleries(20 minutes)*. Near Dinnerbell Ranch(15 minutes)*, King’s River Outfitters Canoe/Kayak rental, The Great Passion Play, Christ of the Ozarks(15 minutes)*; Thorncrown Chapel, White River – trout fishing, Beaver Lake - fishing, skiing, boating(30-45 minutes)*. Onyx Cave, Cosmic Cavern – lovely caves off the beaten path(20-35 minutes)*; Golf at Carroll County Country Club or Holiday Island golf courses(15-30 minutes)*; Turpentine Creek Wildlife Preserve(35 minutes)* Just a short ways across the state line in Missouri: Big Cedar's Dogwood Canyon - Trout fishing, horseback riding, hiking(45 minutes)*; Branson: WhiteWater, Celebration City, Shows, Shopping, Silver Dollar City, Shepherd of the Hills(1 HR)*; Roaring River State Park and Trout Fishing and Hatchery(45 minutes)* Bass Pro Shop - Springfield, MO(2 HRS)* *Note: Times are approximate

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In Season 2 night minimum ........................... $249/night
3-6 night stay ...$199/night  (full week)............ $184/night
Off Season 2 night minimum .......................... $175/night
3-6 night stay ...$150/night  (full week)............ $125/night
In Season Rates .. Mid May-Mid Sep, Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years
Off Season Rates .. End of Sep - beginning of May. Holidays subject
to "In Season" rates.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 06/09/08
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  Jim Cosgrove , Marion, Arkansas
  • Sophia House vacation rental home has opened in Eureka Springs, AR, the quaint Victorian-style tourist destination famous for shopping, dining, the Crescent Hotel, and The Great Passion Play. Operated by David and Jane Reuter, Sophia House is a 1,200 square foot home packed with modern conveniences and comforts, yet is nestled in the untouched natural beauty of the Kings River Valley, about 6 miles from Eureka Springs. It is a true nature-lover’s paradise, with private access to the beautiful (and kid friendly) Kings River only a few minutes walk away for swimming, fishing, and floating. There is a quiet, private chapel even closer than that. Peace and quiet quickly replaces stress and noise, and city-dwellers will never see the night sky as large as it appears from the sprawling deck of Sophia House. The immaculate home is smoke-free and pet-free. It is beautifully furnished, and boasts custom woodwork throughout. A generous basket of goodies await the weary traveler. The three bedrooms are roomy and comfortable, and the two full baths are as spotless as the rest of the house. The kitchen is fully appointed with brand-new appliances, cookware and eating utensils, and is even stocked with basic spices, olive oil, and a nice selection of teas. Amenities at Sophia House also include a well-stocked library and private reading room, and a brand-new front-loading washer & dryer. The Reuters, who live nearby, have provided Sophia House as a haven for families. “Our vision for Sophia House is to provide a place for families to get in touch with what’s important in life,” says Jane Reuter. “We want families to come together in the beauty of nature without the distraction of cable television and video games.” David Reuter, LPC is also available for personal or group counseling, and these arrangements can be made separately. “The heart of the journey,” says travel writer Jim Cosgrove, “was the time we spent sunning and fishing on the Kings River. Besides our own conversation, there were only the sounds of nature; no cars, trucks, planes, phones, or radios - just the sound of the river, the birds, and the breeze.” For those with the shopping or sightseeing bug, operators David and Jane Reuter can recommend any number of places to go and things to do in and around Eureka Springs, one of Arkansas’ tourist meccas. World famous Branson, Missouri and Silver Dollar City are also close enough for a day trip. The few extra minutes it takes to get to this spectacular natural paradise is well worth the drive, and visitors will find Sophia House as well decorated and appointed as any private home.

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