Located in Sky Hawk Ridge, a neighbourhood in Saint Joe, this farm stay is in a rural area. Collier Homestead and Rush Ghost Town are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Tyler Bend Visitor Center - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
Tyler Bend Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
Hurricane River Caverns - 20 min drive - 27.2 km
Getting around
Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Craw Billy’s Seafood Boil & BBQ - 16 min walk
Coursey's - 18 min walk
Ferguson's Country Store & Restaurant - 15 min walk
Big Springs Trading Company - 5 min drive
Tator Bugs On The River - 8 min drive
About this property
The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River
ESCAPE THE CROWDS to the Great Outdoors!
Sky Hawk Ridge is place of extraordinary beauty, a 185-acre natural refuge at the gateway to Buffalo River National Park. This spacious vacation home is sited on a high ridge bordering the park, with acres of lawn and groves of stately trees all around. Wide front and back porches afford gorgeous sunrise and sunset views. There’s a small pond in front.
THE LAND
When you stay at Sky Hawk Ridge, you won't stay inside for long. Roam the land and discover the wonders of this beautiful landscape. Enjoy misty morning walks through dew-covered fields. When you walk along Sky Hawk's long ridge, you see layered green hillsides and distant blue ridge lines across the Buffalo River Valley, rolling meadows with sentinel oaks, cattle grazing in lush pastures, deep green woods -- nature's beauty at every turn. Explore miles of private trails that wind through dense forests and beside crystal streams. Wildlife is everywhere -- deer, turkey, fox, owls, songbirds, and all sorts of woodland creatures. Be dazzled by spring flowers, blue summer skies, rich fall colors, or foggy winter mornings. Sky Hawk Ridge is a nature-lover's paradise all year long.
LOCATION
Sky Hawk is just off US 65 on the north side of the Buffalo River. Restaurants, canoe rentals and river access points at Grinders Ferry, Gilbert and Tyler Bend are less than ten minutes away, but at Sky Hawk you’re secluded and surrounded by natural beauty -- away from it all.
The entrance is on the Gilbert Road (Hwy. 333), just 0.4 mile east of US 65. This cabin is at the end of the road, about 3/4 mile from the entry.
The Sky Hawk property has 3/4 mile of park frontage, and the Buffalo River Trail is just steps from the property corner. The park trail leads a mile or so downhill to a long, wide gravel bar at Shine Eye Bluff -- the perfect spot to picnic, swim, fish or enjoy a lazy afternoon. (Shine Eye is also accessible by road, a five-minute drive.)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Built in 2008, the “Ranch House” has a relaxed, western vibe. Cowhide rugs, western and wildlife art, rustic wood finishes, and stained concrete floors set a laid-back tone. With over 1500 square feet of living area, the home is spacious, warm, and inviting, the perfect gathering place for family and friends. There’s a large, vaulted great room with seating for eight, a long dining table, and four barstools around a central kitchen island. Flanking the great room are two roomy bedroom suites, each with its own bath.
The house is equipped with a washer and dryer, full-size appliances (but no dishwasher), cooking utensils and dishes, central heat and air conditioning, ceiling fans, and a small gas fireplace in the living room for extra warmth on cold nights. It is meticulously maintained and sparkling clean.
There are three other vacation homes at Sky Hawk Ridge. Refer to VRBO listings 2844541, 1468267 and 3613801 for more information. Houses are 500-1,200 feet apart, allowing plenty of separation for everyone's privacy. The land is for all to enjoy, so feel free to discover what lies around the bend.
Sky Hawk Ridge has the finest vacation homes anywhere near the Buffalo River. It's at the center of everything but peaceful and secluded. 185 acres of natural beauty are yours to explore. You will love this place! Book your vacation today.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love it here!
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact Host for details. Extra fees may apply.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet Fee: $20/night per Pet + tax.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside. Smoker's Pole on deck.
Daily rates are based on 4 guests. For additional guests, add $25.00 + tax /person/night. Max. 6 guests.
No ATV's, fireworks, or discharge of firearms.
No outside guests without prior approval.
No tents or overnight occupancy of campers or RV's.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1005119vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact Host for details. Extra fees may apply.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?
As of 18 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River on 23 Jun, 2026 start from S$289, 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 at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River located?
Located in Sky Hawk Ridge, this farm stay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Collier Homestead and Tyler Bend Visitor Center. Tyler Bend Recreation Area is 6 mi (9.7 km) away.
The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Host was very communicative. Answered any questions prior to and during stay. Cabin was clean and provided all the necessary items to make our stay comfortable. Location was perfect for a quiet secluded stay, surrounded by nature.
This is a beautiful property. The house was clean and cutely decorated! Wish we stayed a week as there are tons of hiking trails and it is close to the Buffalo river.
This was our second time to stay at this property. We absolutely love it. We had everything we needed and the property is beautiful. It' close to a few different outfitters as well to go down the Buffalo River.
This was a great, quiet, clean, safe place to stay for our weekend getaway! The owner definitely pays attention to every detail! Thanks so much for sharing your property. We will definitely be back!
This property was amazing. And the host was very accommodating to our needs. We had a special request to allow us to put up a tent for some teenagers and they were so helpful and happy to help. Definitely coming back.
We have stayed at this cabin/property a multitude of visits and it never disappoints. Wonderful clean, well equipped, and perfectly quiet property. I bring my dogs and we do a lot of hiking and bird watching. The caretakers are absolutely special and make your stay the best it can be. Thank you Donna and Ron!
We really enjoyed our stay. Place is awesome and more than we expected. Clean, tidy, beautiful, great location, and the owners were super nice and helpful. We will be back.
The scenery was beautiful . The cabin was modern and well maintained. The host had all of the extras there and it was very clean. I highly recommend staying here.
Very clean, organized, and peaceful stay at Sky Hawk Ranch House. Probably my 5th or 6th stay on this property and will certainly be visiting again. Both the property manager and caretakers (Donna and Ron) are super people to work with.
The cabin was super cute and clean. I stayed here with my mom and two children and we all loved it. Super convenient to the Buffalo River and outfitters. Definitely want to visit again!
The property was beautiful! We enjoyed our stay and would love to go back again. Accomodations were great, thoughtful and the property was even better than described. Thank you!
The property had all of the amenities you could need. The house was very clean and dog friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed hiking on the property and stargazing by the fire. Would highly recommend if you want to stay near Buffalo River.
This was an absolute Joy of a journey for our Family of 4 adults in a two bedroom appointed cabin. ALL the comforts of an upscale life with a fire pit and gentle wildlife.
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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