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The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Compton, AR

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

About this property

The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located cabin! The Roost is the perfect getaway in the Upper Buffalo River area! Located along highway 21 between Kingston and Boxley, you will be right in the middle of it all!

The location is perfect for almost any and all activities that the area has to offer. All of the most popular hiking trails and floating on the Buffalo or Kings River are only a few minutes away!

Wilderness rider is only a short distance and you can ride directly from the cabin to the entrance on your OHV!

Endless views to the East and West make for some of the most amazing sunsets and sunrises you could ever ask for!!!

There is a fire pit and we provide a moderate amount of wood for your stay. There is a charcoal grill and guest will need to bring their own lighter fluid and briquettes. The kitchen is stocked with most of the cooking utensils you will need. We keep a few spices along with coffee for the drip style coffee pot.
New HVAC
You won’t regret booking this stay!!!

Access is easy!! Great for any type of vehicle, motorcycles too! The house sits right along Highway 21 between Kingston and the Boxley Valley!
Other things to note
There is good cell phone service at the cabin along with WiFi and a land line, for emergency and local calls only. Guest should keep in mind that the closest grocery store is about 30 minutes away so come prepared!system FEb 2024!!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2830348
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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

About the neighborhood

Compton

Compton is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest.
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Compton, AR

What's nearby

  • Ponca Elk Education Center - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Lost Valley Hiking Trail - 14 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Steel Creek Use Area - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Horseshoe Canyon Ranch - 24 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon - 38 min drive - 50.9 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 May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Roost-Close to Buffalo River & Wilderness Rider on Jun 29, 2026 start from $120, 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 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Buffalo National River and within 9 mi (15 km) of 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. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noella M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place! We had everything we needed. The view was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great and had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Willie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha C.

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

Birthday weekend

Spent the weekend there had a great time will definitely book this cabin in the future stunning views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

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

Weekend getaway.

Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great setup with a beautiful view! We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything great. The cabin was very clean and we enjoyed all the special touches. We loved all the "cabin decor". We had the cows say good morning which was so much fun. Thanks for sharing your cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Roost cabin

Cute, well maintained cabin in a wonderful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie T.

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

Nice cabin, convenient location

This little cabin was nice and clean and convenient for access to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Motorcycling the Ozarks

It was perfect for our purposes. Two good friends riding motorcycles in a motorcycle Mecca. The cabin was clean and well appointed. Will visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was delightful. Very clean, kitchen was well stocked. Bathroom was clean and well stocked. Comfortable beds. It was right in the center of the main things we had planned. Just across the highway from the road to Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch and trails! Just down the highway from Boxley Valley where we were able to watch the elk! I would definitely stay here again and would definitely recommend to others. Really nice place!
Sunset from the front porch
Elk about 4 miles from cabin in Boxley Valley
Waterfall at Wilderness Rider
Hole in the Rock Falls at Wilderness Rider
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leginia J.

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

Buffalo River Paddle Trip

Beautiful location, but easy to get to !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost is a very clean and comfortable place to call home for your stay in the Buffalo river area. The lodge themed decorating was so awesome. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and provided all the necessary information for staying at the Roost. Very helpful with tips on what the area provided regarding food and restaurants. Such a beautiful view to drink coffee and enjoy the Sunrise and Sunsets. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Perfect cabin

This cabin was perfect for our weekend away to go riding and Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch. We enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again sometime. We even saw elk in the front yard one morning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Ponca trip

Really enjoyed my stay. Clean and comfortable. Great location. Hope to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Epic Sunrises

We had an excellent stay here. The home was clean and cozy. The sunrises were epic. We had a thunderstorm one afternoon and the lightning and thunder echoed through the valleys. We rode trails near by and swam in the Buffalo River. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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Hosted by Nathan Davidson

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