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Private secluded peaceful cabin

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
1 bedroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Norman, AR
  • Place, Board Camp Crystal Mine
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Mena Depot Historic Museum
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Queen Wilhelmina State Park
    ‪58 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private secluded peaceful cabin

Kate’s Creek Cabin is located 22 miles from Mena, AR on HWY 8 East. 2.8 miles down Polk county road 675. A rustic, well appointed Cabin awaits you with one bedroom with full size bathroom with shower stall and is furnished with washer & dryer. The upstairs loft has a queen size bed & a futon. A King Size bed in the bedroom and there's a Queen size hide-a-bed couch in the living room. The Kitchen is fully equipped with electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, small coffee pot, toaster pots, pans, dishes and utensils. Blankets, bed linens and bath towels are included. Outside is a wrap around deck with lots of seating to enjoy the outdoors. An outdoor grill & fire pit is available. A perfect setting for enjoying the beauty of the Ouachita Mountains.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pet Fee: $50.00 Limit 2
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside
Absolutely NO riding vehicles, ATV's or dirt bikes on our property, including fields & creek. Only ride from the cabin road to the county road.
Smoking allowed outside. Please do not throw cigarette butts in yard.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1170116
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Norman

Located in Norman, this cabin is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ouachita National Forest and Caddo River, while Wegner Crystal Mines and Heritage House Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Norman, AR

What's nearby

  • Board Camp Crystal Mine - 23 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Rich Mountain Community College - 39 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Mena Depot Historic Museum - 39 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Mena Art Gallery - 39 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Queen Wilhelmina State Park - 58 min drive - 69.6 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Private secluded peaceful cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private secluded peaceful cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private secluded peaceful cabin?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private secluded peaceful cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Ouachita National Forest and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Board Camp Crystal Mine. Caddo River and Shady Lake are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway place

Very secluded and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little place

Very nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay!! Beautiful porch to relax and watch the scenery!! Well stocked kitchen!! Beds comfy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend Getaway

Stayed here with friends over Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon weekend. Everything was great, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape the Grind

Lovely place to enjoy nature and sit on the porch and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little place

Was a very nice stay. Nice little cabin sitting by a little creek. The water was running in the creek. Could have sat there and listened to that all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great secluded property

We enjoyed the quietness and outdoors at the cabin. The dogs enjoyed exploring the property and the small creek that runs through it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks so much! Come stay again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peacful cabin

The stay at Kate's Creek cabin was absolutely lovely. Aside from the sulfur smell lol it was quite and exactly what we needed to get away from the annoying sounds of the city. The creek was a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We really enjoyed our stay, was honestly one of our best rentals! The boys enjoyed the creek and we enjoyed the porch as well as exploring the creek areas. Thank y’all so much for sharing your space, would definitely be on our return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2020
Thank you Christine for your nice review. Happy you all enjoyed your stay. Please do come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and secluded

We enjoyed our long weekend!! If you want to get away, this is a great place to do it. We always look for a place that’s away from the “hustle and bustle” - We found it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Very secluded and peaceful. This is by far the best place we have stayed on vacation and will be returning soon. The cabin is by far the most supplied place you will ever stay. The host are amazing and Mr John even rode over to draw a map where we could take kids fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kates Cabin Review

Hello, we really enjoyed staying in the Ouachita National Forest. First and foremost we loved the cabin. Nestled in the perfect spot surrounded by a beautiful little creek, the cabin makes you feel at home. Deer and other wildlife are abundant and the stars ar night are next level. Clean and comfortable definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

It’s the perfect place to relax. Whether it was sitting on the wraparound porch listening to the creek or taking a walk, it was the best 3 days we’ve had in awhile. The weather was also perfect. It was our 3rd time to visit Kate’s Creek Cabin & yes we’ll be back. The owners, John Carl & Lisa are wonderful people!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Relaxing

I stayed 3 nights with my 2 small furbabies. I had the most fabulous time just relaxing - reading, watching the wildlife and reconnecting with nature. I would love to return in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Getaway!

Serenity, Peace, Love, and Communication, with nature, wife, and our creator! A place to truly disconnecting from the hustle and bustle! Batteries have been recharged!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and quiet

The property with the cabin and creek was exactly what we wanted and needed. We were able to spend our time sitting on the porch by the creek reading our Bibles for some much needed quiet time with God! Thank you for making your property be a little slice of heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin and land!

What a beautiful cabin and land..This is perfect place to get away far from the busy, every day life. Totally disconnect from the world and enjoy peace. The kids had to learn how to play with having electronics. 😆 Great quality time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at this rustic yet well-equipped cabin near Big Fork, AR. The location is private, serene, and perfectly situated for exploring the Ouachita National Forest—whether you want to ride ATVs, hike, or enjoy the nearby water. The cabin was clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed. The wraparound porch was the highlight—we enjoyed coffee in the mornings and cocktails in the evenings while listening to the babbling brook and the sounds of nature. With no noise or light pollution, the stargazing was amazing. Highly recommend for anyone looking to disconnect and recharge in total peace.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Seclusion at its Best

This is what we were looking for. No internet, no phone service, no people.....just quiteness, wildlife, a gurgling brook, and peace. (Our only recommendation is that the streetlight in the field could be turned off so we could enjoy the stars under a dark sky.)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Place to Unplug

Our family enjoyed staying at this cozy cabin. We were able to savor our time together without the distraction of connectivity. Lazy days of poking around the campfire, creek, and surrounding hills followed by evenings of Monopoly, music, cooking, and reading. 4 humans and 1 dog filled up the cabin so just be aware if you have a large group. Five stars from my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best kept secret in Arkansas

This was our second stay at Kate’s Creek Cabin and there is a reason for that. The owners are the nicest people and the cabin/property is perfect. This cabin is the perfect place to retreat, relax, and unwind. We absolutely love the middle of nowhere feel mixed with wildlife and beautiful scenery. Within an hour of being there, we saw 15 deer And lots of other animals. The creek that runs through the property, offers an unbelievable ambiance that forces you relax. This place is heaven to me and my wife and we already can’t wait to rebook!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unplugged

The property was private, secluded, and breathtaking. No wifi or cell service gave us the perfect opportunity to unplug and engage as a family. The home was well equiped with everything we needed including board games. The property owners were helpful, respectful, and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to escape from our crazy digital world!

When we pulled up the drive to the house, it was so quiet and secluded! I fell in love right away. The cabin is right next to the creek, and you can hear the creek babbling over the rocks from the cabin porch. speaking of the porch, the full wrap around allows you to sit in the shade and enjoy the view no matter what the time of day. The king size bed was very comfortable and we were able to sleep well! We saw coyotes & deer and several different types of birds throughout our stay. We had no cell phone reception at the cabin, whatsoever, which we considered a blessing because it let us disconnect from the outside world and just enjoy our time away. John came by briefly to say "Hi!" and to be sure we had everything we needed. They were excellent hosts. Highly, highly, highly recommended! James & Cheyna K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
James & Cheyna, Thank you so much for writing such an outstanding review! We want to make sure to anticipate the needs of our guests and make it like home. We are glad you both enjoyed your get away weekend. We invite you back anytime, thanks for leaving the place in awesome order. Hope to hear from you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

Beautiful place! Owners were very friendly. Love that it is pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!!

We had an amazing time! The place was beautiful. The creek next to the cabin was amazing. We are definitely planning on coming back and bringing the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Karl and Lisa

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John Karl & I live on our 150-acre property with our "4-legged kids" named: Takoda, Dax, Luke, Maska & Angus. Cousin Annie comes and stays with us occasionally. 4 cats named: Chester, Cheeto, Cubby & KoKo. We have been married for 40 plu years & have one child, John Jr. He works for the Philips Corporation & does lots of traveling. We love the outdoors, enjoy hunting, fishing, and riding around in our RTV. We also love to take off and do road trips around Arkansas. We grow a garden and love to share the vegetables when available. We also have yard chickens and fresh eggs to be given to guests if requested. At our cabin, you will have most of the comforts of home while also feeling isolated in the beautiful Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. We'll leave you completely alone unless you need something specific. Our cabin is your cabin during your stay and you won't have any human visitors unless you invite them yourself. Deer, birds, armadillos, squirrels, and an occasional wild turkey and bear may show up unannounced.
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