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Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Wake up to nature’s masterpiece – Cozy living meets breathtaking mountain and forest views, all from the comfort of The Summit House’s open and inviting great room.
Golden hour on the mountaintop – Watch the sky ignite in brilliant colors as the sun rises or sets over endless forested hills from The Summit House’s private deck.
A rinse with a view – Refresh in the walk-in shower while gazing out at sweeping mountain scenery, bringing the beauty of nature right indoors.
Wake up to the wild – Step straight from your cozy king bed onto the deck and breathe in the fresh mountain air with views that stretch for miles.
Fire pit with plenty of seating (please bring firewood and matches / starter)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Broken Bow, OK
  • Place, Broken Bow Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, The Maze of Hochatown
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Hochatown State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Area outside the guest room

1 Twin Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape

🌄 The Summit House – Off-Grid Mountain Escape



Welcome to The Summit House, where breathtaking views, ultimate seclusion, and an off-grid retreat await! Nestled atop a ridgeline deep in the Ouachita National Forest, this 1,100 sq. ft. cabin offers uninterrupted panoramic views from every room—even the shower! At night, the star-filled sky provides a dazzling display of shooting stars.



This is not your average cabin stay—it’s an adventure. Please read the full description to ensure this unique experience is right for you!

🌿 Escape to Nature—Off-Grid & Eco-Friendly
The Summit House is 100% off-grid, generating its own solar power, well water, and septic system while still providing modern comforts.



✔ No bath or hot tub (to conserve energy)
✔ Well water with filtration (contains natural iron—bring bottled water if preferred)
✔ Starlink WiFi & Cell Service (AT&T & Verizon strongest)
✔ No TVs (unplug & reconnect with nature)

🛏 Sleeping Arrangements
✔ Bedroom 1: King master suite with sliding door to deck
✔ Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom + Twin bed just outside the room
✔ Bathroom: Full bath with walk-in shower & mountain views

The open-concept living and dining space is perfect for gathering, with a bar seating five, a stainless steel kitchen, and an outdoor propane grill on the two-level deck to soak in the views.



Relax, unwind, and enjoy the forest’s natural beauty—whether you’re a hiker, birdwatcher, or just here for the tranquility.

🚗 Getting Here – Adventure Awaits!
The Summit House is remote, and getting here is part of the experience!



Access is via 5 miles of U.S. Forest Service roads:
✔ You’ll cross 4–5 small creeks (shallow & easy to navigate)
✔ Roads are rocky, bumpy, but never muddy
✔ Expect grades up to 12% as you climb to your mountaintop escape

🚙 Recommended Vehicles
✔ SUVs (small, medium, or large)
✔ Any size truck
✔ Crossovers



✘ Not Recommended:
🚫 Minivans, sedans, or coupes

🚖 Need a ride? We’ve partnered with Red Dirt Car Service—message us for details!

🔥 Outdoor Features
✔ Propane Grill (built-in timer, no tank)
✔ Fire Pit (bring your own matches & firewood)
✔ 80 acres to explore

🚫 No boats or trailers—the road is too rugged! Rent a slip at Beavers Bend Marina for easy lake access.

🧼 Starter Supplies Provided
We provide a starter set of essentials:
• 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
• 2 rolls of paper towels
• Trash bags
• Hand soap pump at each sink
• 10 oz. Dawn dish soap
• 1 dishwashing washable cloth (no sponges)
• 2 dish towels + 2 bar mop towels
• 1 bath towel + 1 washcloth per guest
• 2–3 hand towels depending on stay length
• Laundry detergent if washer/dryer is available

📌 These are starter quantities only and may not last your entire stay.

📶 Technology & Connectivity
✔ Starlink WiFi (provided as a convenience; speeds may vary)
✔ Cell Service: AT&T & Verizon work best
🚫 No TVs or cable—pre-download entertainment before arrival



📢 WiFi Disclaimer: Starlink WiFi is not guaranteed for remote work or streaming. No refunds for outages.

🐾 Pet-Friendly
✔ Up to 2 dogs allowed (no cats)
✔ $150 pet fee per stay
✔ Dogs must be crated if left unattended
✔ No pets allowed on furniture or beds
✔ Excessive pet hair or undeclared pets will result in extra cleaning charges

📝 House Rules
• Check-in: 4:00 PM
• Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Maximum occupancy: 5 guests
• No parties or events
• No smoking or vaping indoors
• Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Flush toilet paper only (septic system—no wipes or feminine products)
• No fire pit or grill use during burn bans

🏡 More Epic Stays
Looking for another mountaintop adventure?
🔹 The Cliffhouse – Glass walls, stunning sunsets, sleeps 2
🔹 The Phoenix Rising – Fire tower-style retreat, sleeps 5
🔹 Bella Vista – Glamping luxury, 1-bedroom, sleeps 4

Guests have access to the entire home and 80 acres of pristine mountain land.

📍 Property Owner: Debbie will be available to assist you throughout your stay.

🌲 Book Your Adventure!
If you’re looking for privacy, incredible views, and a one-of-a-kind off-grid retreat, The Summit House is for you.



🔹 Book now and experience the magic of The Summit House! 🔹
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only 2 pets max | $150 per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking. No parties/events.
No smoking indoors or littering. Guest who booked must be present entire stay. Keep doors closed to prevent critters.
Dogs only (max 2). Crate when unattended. No pets on furniture/linens. Fees or eviction for violations.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Broken Bow

Located in Broken Bow, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum and Broken Bow Amphitheater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Maze of Hochatown and Mountain Fork Brewery. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Broken Bow, OK

What's nearby

  • Broken Bow Lake - 13 min drive - 4.8 km
  • The Maze of Hochatown - 13 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Mountain Fork Brewery - 13 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Beavers Bend Brewery - 15 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Hochatown State Park - 17 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Texarkana, AR (TXK-Texarkana Regional) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Meltdown on 259 - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows 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 Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summit Cabin | 180° Lake Views & Off-Grid Escape located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of The Maze of Hochatown and Mountain Fork Brewery. Beavers Bend Brewery is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 300 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin Great for family
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Would stay again. Killer views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic view in a secluded area. Great place to rest and escape the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was amazing. Perfect views and vibes. The drive up isn’t terrible at all, just book the cabin and I promise you’ll be happy you did. The host are amazing and have clear communication before and during your trip. The cabin was very clean and well stocked. We spent majority of our time on the huge deck overlooking the lake. We had a great time and cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm thanks for sharing your beautiful cabin with our family! We absolutely loved starting the New Year here! The road up was a fun adventure in our 4WD and the cabin is so spacious, yet cozy. We lived on the back deck soaking up the beautiful view, morning coffee, and evening cocktails. We reclaimed time as days seemed longer to just unwind. 259 is great for exploring the local dining and shops. We loved the fire-pit for roasting hot dogs and nightly s’mores.  Loved family boardgames each night and reading books on the deck.  The view is so special here and stars/moon are so vibrant too.  Just wait for the sunrises and clouds!  WiFi was perfect and our Amazon Firestick worked great for YouTube TV. Andy and Debbie are wonderful hosts. The Summit House has our hearts and we cannot wait for our next visit. The Florsheim FamilySouthlake, Texas
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

chrissline s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the cabin was amazing! We really enjoyed it. The cabin was cozy and beautiful. Communication was great. WiFi was great too. Overall, the experience was fabulous. Plan to come back again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Beautiful views

It was a really nice opportunity for stargazing and seeing the sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Peaceful retreat

The cabin was so peaceful and the views were breathtaking. We enjoyed our stay for my husband’s birthday and would definitely visit again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for the weekend and honestly, it was amazing. From the drive in to the cabin, with all the deer along the way, everything was just what we needed for a peaceful little getaway. The view was perfect. There was a little blue bird perched on the treetops everyday singing for hours that we loved. It stormed on our last night, and watching the thunder and lightning from the bedroom was such a cool view. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleida S.

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

AhhhMazing!!

Perfect! Girls trip success!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

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

Glorious

House was as described. Deck was awesome. View was glorious!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Breathtaking & Quite

Such a beautiful cabin. The views are amazing! Well stocked cabin. Effortless check-in. Will certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

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

Anniversary getaway

Awesome view and very comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelley L.

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

Great weekend getaway

This is our 2nd stay can’t wait for stay number 3 !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view! All day the view was amazing! Sunrise, sunset and I would think the night sky would be amazing too. It was raining and cloudy when we went so sadly did not get to do any star gazing. We had such a fun time hanging out in the cabin playing board games. There is a trail that you can go hiking that they gave us a map for. Those 4 miles were fun but kick some of our butts! For sure a cabin I would love to stay at again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaShavion B.

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

Amazing!

I enjoyed this place so much. It is definitely out of this world. It is so peaceful and quiet. The view is amazinggggg! Both at night and during the day. I did not want to leave. Check in information and directions were super easy to follow as well. Thanks so much to the owners for sharing this experience with us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Excellent Stay

We just finished our fourth stay at a Bear Creek property and it was just as good as the first. We enjoy everything about this place and are already looking forward to the next time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle W.

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

Amazing!

The view and cabin were beautiful! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

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

Best Yet!!

This was our 4th stay with Bear Creek Vacation rentals. First two times at the Cliff House, then the "Phoenix Rising". These were fantastic .. but this most recent stay at The Summit was the best yet. Clean, spacious and super comfortable. Beautiful big deck to enjoy the view during the day and the stars at night. We will definitely be back toThe Summit!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt and Sahar E., Longview, Texas, USA

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

Frequent Visitors

We keep coming back and recommending these cabins!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

breath taking

the view was just amazing! relaxing and peaceful just what my family needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calli W.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Me, my husband, my best friend and my 5 year old stayed here and we absolutely loved it! The view was beautiful! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

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

View of God’s country

This the second time we have stayed at this property and it has exceeded our expectations every time! To get to the property from the highway is 5 miles of beautiful landscape with a stream winding on both sides of the road. We saw several deer on the way to the cabin which was a joy along with all the mountains. The cabin is beautiful with a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains and lake! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Wonderful!!!

Highly recommend. We love coming here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

zack o.

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

life long friends reunion

The check in process was very easy and the house was very clean. Luckily the weather was great the whole time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Debbie

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Andy and I have a passion for travel and adventure, exploring incredible destinations like Canada, Mexico, Hawaii, and countless places across the United States. Our journey led us to discover the charm of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, in 2007 when we first began boating and ATVing in the area. We instantly fell in love with its natural beauty and tranquility.

In April 2012, our dream of owning land within the National Forest became a reality. Shortly after, we started building our first cabin, marking the beginning of Bear Creek Vacations. Creating these spaces was not just a personal milestone—it was a way for us to share the magic of Broken Bow with others.

We invite you to experience Bear Creek Vacations for yourself. Whether you're looking to relax, rejuvenate, or simply escape, you'll leave feeling refreshed and grateful you visited. Feel free to reach out with any questions—we’re here to help make your stay unforgettable.

Why they chose this property

This property offers stunning views, seclusion, privacy, and peace—a perfect retreat to reconnect with nature and escape the hustle of daily life. With its serene surroundings and breathtaking scenery, it's an ideal destination for relaxation, reflection, and creating cherished memories.

What makes this property unique

The Summit House at Bear Creek offers a unique and secluded retreat in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, with several distinctive features:

Private Mountain Top Location: Situated on 40 acres atop a mountain, The Cliffhouse provides complete seclusion, surrounded by 6,000 acres of National Forest and U.S. Corps of Engineers land.

Off-Grid Living with Modern Comforts: This off-grid luxury cabin is self-sufficient, generating its own power and water, yet equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Proximity to Nature Activities: With direct access to hiking, mountain biking, and bird watching right from the doorstep, guests can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Ouachita National Forest.

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English, Spanish

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