The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider

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A wooden interior with a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining table.
A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a black refrigerator, and a stone wall.
A covered outdoor area with a concrete path leading to a barbecue grill.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a door, and a wall-mounted deer skull.
A compact laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, enclosed by wooden walls.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Compton, AR
  • Place, Ponca Elk Education Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Valley State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Valley Hiking Trail
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Compton

Compton is home to this cabin. While the natural beauty of Ozark National Forest and Lost Valley State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lost Valley Hiking Trail.
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Compton, AR

What's nearby

  • Ponca Elk Education Center - 11 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Logan Mountain - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Lost Valley State Park - 12 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Lost Valley Hiking Trail - 13 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Ozark National Forest - 15 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valley Cafe And Bed And Breakfast - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider on Jan 9, 2027 start from $164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider located?

Situated in Compton, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Logan Mountain, Lost Valley State Park, and Ponca Elk Education Center. Ozark National Forest and Lost Valley Hiking Trail are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

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
Cabin was nice and view was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cozy place. We were out exploring most of the time but this place had a sunrise and sunset that were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious cabin with everything you need from a coffee maker to a corkscrew. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and nice place to relax. The cabin was clean and had everything you need. A lot of parking and The view was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place . Friendly host. I definitely recommend this cabin !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very clean. Kitchen very well equipped. Great communication with host. My wish was for a bigger TV screen in living room and that the cabin was pet friendly. Overall Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described and super easy communication! The cabin was awesome. We will be back at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older house but fixed up really well! We spent a lot of time on the many porches taking in the beautiful views. The house was everything we could have asked for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Central to many hiking trails and other activities. Just needed more rainwater for the falls to be more flowing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was a perfectly located near Whitaker Point and the trail to Hawksbill Crag. It had everything we needed for our stay. Beds were super comfortable, the whole place was very clean. The breezy front porch was a great place to relax after our hikes and the side porch was perfect for gorgeous sunrises. We especially enjoyed seeing a roadrunner(?) darting around the yard one evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing scenery and very cimfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin in the Ozark Mountains! Great spot for a vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean property. Very roomy for 6 guests. Great views. Nice outdoor spaces and fire pit. Adequate wifi. Not far from Buffalo River hot spots. Easy check-in/out. My family really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was fantastic! We stayed for 2 nights while we hiked around the area. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay here. The cabin is clean and comfortable and the views are spectacular! The host was very accommodating of our special request. We had a wonderful time. Will stay again when we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and helpful on where to go and eat! Place was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was clean, beautifully decorated, and well appointed with everything we would need but couldn't bring with us from home. The views from the back porch are absolutely beautiful. This cabin was also the only spot in the area where we had phone reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was bigger than anticipated and so cute! A bonus game room in the back. Communication with the host before we arrived was so helpful. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Comfortable spaces, both inside and outside. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cabin with amazing views! We will definitely stay here again. It was in close proximity to the things we were wanting to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway.

Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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