Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly
Enjoy a park-like and secluded 2 acres on the Caddo River with over 1/4 mile of river frontage. This clean, comfortable, simple "Shack" sits close to the water with free kayaks for guests to enjoy during their stay. Watch the river and deer from the screened porch, kayak up and downstream from the property, swim in the 8-foot-deep swimming area or wade in the shallows. Sit around the fire as owls call out and eagles and osprey soar through the valley. Bathe in the outdoor tub on the screened porch!
The shack is comfortable, clean, and full of simple amenities, but it is not a luxurious accommodation. There is only one bed, so the shack is not suitable for families or groups. It's a great romantic spot for a couple or the lone-traveler seeking a beautiful and semi-secluded spot on the river. So, shack up at the River Shack for a few nights and discover how Shacktastic this spot on the Caddo River really is!
The Caddo River is a popular kayaking and tubing river in Arkansas. In the summer, you will enjoy watching groups of people float past in the afternoon! It gets especially busy on weekends and holidays in the summer. However, weekdays and off-season days are much quieter. From October to March, you will rarely see anyone else on the river and can enjoy the water by yourselves. March through May is mostly just weekend floaters.
Additional notes on seclusion: This is the only rental on the 2-acre property. There are only two neighbors in the area, and they are separated by a lot of trees so your part of the river will feel secluded and private. There is a clean ranch across the paved road that hosts beautiful Brahmas. There is no development across the river giving you more shoreline and woods to explore. You may hear a lumber processing plant across the river in the distance through the trees and occasionally kayakers will treat you to their favorite tunes as they float by. The river is usually very quiet, allowing you to be alone on the water most days between September and May. However, weekends, holidays, and warm summer days sometimes bring a lot of tubers and kayakers to the water during the day. It's usually quiet again in the evenings even on summer days.
Location: The Shack is only 2 miles from Glenwood on a paved road. In Glenwood are restaurants, a grocery store, and pharmacies.
Cell service: We are thankful to have good cell service on the property although some carriers are not great inside the shack.
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Pets allowed: less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs must not roam and may not be left unattended.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Return the keys
Please leave cleaned dishes in drying rack, check for personal items, and return key to lockbox (if you used it).
You don't need to do anything else - just enjoy your morning! Feel free to ask for a late check-out. As long as we have time before the next guest, it is often possible to stay later.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Enjoy the property, kayaks, and river at your own risk. There are no lifeguards and you will be up to an hour away from the nearest hospital.
Pets are welcome, but they must not be left unattended. Dogs should not roam or be allowed to bark. Select "traveling with pets" and pay pet fee.
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Property # 3644238vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Glenwood
Located in Glenwood, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Wegner Crystal Mines and Heritage House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Glenwood Country Club and Mountain Harbor Marina. With kayaking, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Crater of Diamonds State Park - 42 min drive - 53.8 km
Hot Springs National Park - 48 min drive - 69.2 km
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 50 min drive - 71.0 km
Getting around
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
SONIC Drive In - 8 min drive
Caddo Cafe - 7 min drive
El Diamante Restaurant - 8 min drive
Mad Cow Food Truck - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly?
As of 21 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly on 6 Jan 2027 start from £543, 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.
Is Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Caddo River Shack - 2 secluded acres with Kayaks and outdoor tub - Pet Friendly located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Caddo River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Glenwood City Park and Grace Baptist Church. Glenwood Country Club and Ouachita National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This cabin is where you want to stay! Cute, clean and very quiet. Cabin includes everything you could need. The kayaks were great. Went down river fishing and paddling. 5 rating. Would definitely stay again!!
Great photos! You stayed during the busiest weekend of the year so I'm glad you enjoyed the river action! Most of our guests experience a quieter stay. Thanks for being our holiday guests!
Went during the week, took kayaks out, went down river and up river, prefer up river. We were the only ones on the river so peaceful and quiet. Plenty of privacy, sitting out in the gazebo watching the river. If you want to have a glass of wine, bring it with you as this is a dry county. Definitely plan on returning.
If you're looking for serenity and relaxation, this is the place! The cabin has all the comforts of home, with loads of country charm. The beautiful Caddo River being so close and easily accessible adds to feeling of being completely secluded. We loved the town, also! 10/10 recommend! The Shack is certainly on our "Must visit again" list!
The best spot on the Caddo River. Even the people who float by ask about the property. We absolutely love it here and are already planning our next stay.
This was our second stay here this summer. Five stars! If you want a peaceful location with the fun of playing in the river this is a perfect spot. We saw a few groups float by on tubes & kayaks but most of the time it was complete solitude. Highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is clean, cozy and had everything we needed. We loved being right on the river. We can’t wait to come back again.
Everything was wonderful. The host was great! It was beautiful, peaceful and very relaxing, all that we were needing. We will be back to this property.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean inside and out ! The firepit gazebo kayaks screened porch and so much more made our stay an amazing experience! It’s was cozy and so relaxing
This is one of the best places we have stayed in a long time! Every aspect of this property was perfect! The cabin and location was as good as it gets! The river and the fishing non better. The best part is the host. Never before have i been allowed to show up early and stay late and i didnt ask they offered! These are top tier host with top a tier property. You will not find a better spot on Caddo river. Two kayaks, two tubes, grill, private landing, lighted gazebo, huge fire pit with wood, fresh eggs in the fridge, view of the river from bed, outside sink and hose for washing fossils or dogs, screened in porch, great shower, they have thought of everything! My hats off to the host for a wonderfully thought out an handled vacation rental. You guys are great thank you so much!
This is a great place. The shack is cozy and in the perfect spot to soak in all the good things. The outdoor tub qas so relaxing after hiking and kayaking around the river.
Beautiful home! Had a great time and we appreciated the comedic relief throughout the home! We also enjoyed watching some throwback VHS movies. The host was super nice and quick to respond when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
17 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner provided lots of great info before arrival. Easy check-in. Truly a special place on the Caddo. Great location. Wish we had more time. Love watching the lighting bugs at night. Cabin had everything you could need. Loved everything about our stay.
Everything was wonderful! It was very relaxing and quiet. The only suggestion I have is more games! It was so fun to have games and cards available, but more variety would really improve the experience :) Thank you for everything!
Had bad weather for a couple days and the owner communicated with me about when the power would be turned back on which didn’t matter cuz we were exploring Mt. Ida but still nice of him to let us know. The shack is very cozy and access to the river is nice. The water is shallow enough to relax and can get a little deep as you venture away from the cabin down stream.
We had an amazing stay. The cabin is very well appointed in a quiet location. Not too far from the grocery and some restaurants, yet private. The river is crystal clear and cool, perfect for soaking sore muscles after a hike or rock hunting. Central location: half an hour to Crater of Diamonds to the south, or to Crystal mines near Mt. Ida. Kayaks and floats on site with a sloped ramp to the river. Rocky beach across the river for rockhounding. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Todd Lippincott
Todd and his wife are both Geologists who love traveling and being outdoors. We enjoy hosting guests because it allows other people to enjoy the places we love when we can't be there ourselves. We don't bother our guests in person unless they need something, but we enjoy getting to know people from all around the US and beyond!
Why they chose this property
The little cabin sits on 2 very pretty acres next to the Caddo River. We think it's one of the prettiest spots on the river with great access to both shallow water and deep swimming areas. Across the paved road is a beautiful Brahma cattle ranch. Watch the sun set over the mountain behind the ranch. Upstream and downstream of the cabin are very nice, quiet neighbors who you'll probably never see. Across the river is just trees, but you will hear a tree/lumber processing factory in the distance.
What makes this property unique
The little cabin that we call The Shack is the type of place we enjoyed on our honeymoon! Although only 2 miles from town, it feels more secluded than most rentals since you can't easily see any neighboring homes through the trees. Set on the Caddo River, you will enjoy a variety of people floating by on summer days. After Labor day and before May, the river will be empty of other people most of the time.