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Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Pencil Bluff, AR
  • Place, Dragover Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, River Bluff Recreation Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ouachita
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views

Tucked in our private river haven, this peaceful cabin is one of just four—offering privacy, nature, and a true escape. Downstairs, a full kitchen (no dishwasher), living and dining, and spacious covered deck with seasonal views of the river. Upstairs, the bathroom and bedroom with two queen sized beds.
A short walk leads to river access with a shared dock, swimming, fishing, volleyball, and more. Kayak and Canoe rentals and trips are available seasonally and with additional reservation.
Enjoy quiet mornings on the spacious deck and evenings grilling or relaxing under a sky full of stars.

*Dog-friendly: $40/stay per pet

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pencil Bluff

Located in Pencil Bluff, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Mountain Harbor Marina and Turtle Cove Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nirvana Star Farms and Gee & Dee Crystal. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Pencil Bluff, AR

What's nearby

  • Dragover Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Fulton Branch Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • River Bluff Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Montgomery County Library - 16 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Lake Ouachita - 19 min drive - 24.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪P & R Dairy & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Pasadita - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views?

As of 28 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views on 5 Jun, 2026 start from S$187, 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 Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted River Cabin - Private Retreat + Views located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Ouachita National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dragover Recreation Area and Fulton Branch Recreation Area. Rich Mountain Community College and Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Cabin.

This is a great cabin located in a very peaceful setting along the river out in the woods. The host and her staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay U.

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

Perfect little cabin

Stayed here to explore for a few days as I headed to Texas. Jan was so welcoming and made sure to help with any question I had. The cabin was perfect for me and had all the necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
I was glad that you were able to find some souvenir crystals from digging at Crystal Vista and one of our local crystal mines.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

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

Great cozy cabin and beautiful river front property.

Great place to go if you want to get away from it all. Easy check in/ check out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara c.

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

Great place to stay for nature lovers!

It was a wonderful experience with the new owners. We stayed in the middle of a change, and I am very happy with our stay. My husband and I with our 4 kid's. We went mining and into Hot Springs for go karts and zip lines. Pet friendly is such a plus because our dog Maya is a part of our family too and she was welcomed too🐕❣️ God Bless😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

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

Great Location

Property is right by the river and Ouachita National Forest. In warmer weather it’s the perfect spot for tubing and canoeing. In cooler weather there’s tons of hiking nearby. The owners are very accommodating and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views!

Was disappointed in the cleanliness after reading reviews. Did have a huge problem with cats. Overall it wasn't a bad experience. The owner and manger were very nice and responsive. Great views from back deck.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2020
Hi Laura, Thank you for the review! After your feedback during your stay we trapped all the wild cats that kept coming up to your patio from the National Forest and took them to a shelter in Hot Springs :) We also discussed the dirt/bugs by your patio door with our cleaning team. I think you’ll see some great improvements next time you visit! We’ve only been here one month and are making leaps and bounds in our improvements! Hope to see you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Fabulous Stay!

We loved our stay. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. The owner was exceptionally friendly and answered all of our questions. We spent time at the river searching for rocks. We took walks around the property and build a fire. We explored the area and dug for crystals. It was hunting season and the owner warned us about hiking in the national forest without wearing orange was a bad idea. We are making plans to return in the spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2020
So glad you guys had fun! We hope your son found enough crystals and rocks to hold him over until the spring time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique F.

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

!!

We had to reschedule our trip because of weather abd flooded roads. But Jan was so amazing. We are looking forward to the trip in a few weeks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kortnie S.

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

Ouachita River Haven

My sister and I enjoyed every bit of this place! Jan and the other staff of the property were so kind and generous! They take their time to go over the property and what the area has to offer. The cabin was fully functioning and cozy. The best part was its right on the river and they take you to where you need to go for kayaking or tubbing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Amazing

Perfect !!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan B.

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

Great stay at a beautiful spot

The resort was peaceful and beautiful. There had been a lot of rain and the river was high, so we did not get to enjoy the river activities as much as we may have liked, but we spent time walking the land and exploring. Our son really enjoyed fishing, catching lizards and snakes, and seeing what a VHS player was. The amenities were great as well, with everything we needed to relax and enjoy as though it was our own cabin. The kitchen had all the utensils we needed, the porch was a favorite place to relax after the day was done and the bedroom was clean and neat. Our main goal was to do some quartz mining and Jan was very helpful in pointing out directions and places to go. The resort is close to the Wegner mine and you can find interesting rocks out on the paths as well, if that is your thing. All in all it was a great place and I would certainly look to go back next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Awesome place

Stayed here for 2 nights with wife, and two kids. Lots to do, good fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Great Place!

Everything you want is here. Canoeing, fishing, swimming etc! So glad we made it before it flooded with the rain! Jan is a doll and will help you! Will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wresha T.

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

Quiet and CoVid safe

This was a wonderful place to get away from the world and rest in God’s glory. It was so peaceful and it felt like time went backwards 20 years. We even watched VHS movies. Jan and her team are very nice and tended to our needs immediately.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

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

Excellent Getaway

This is a nice secluded place by the Ouachita river. The cabin was very cozy and had everything we needed for our family with little kids. Fully equipped kitchen, lots of toys and games, books and movies that can be borrowed from the office. They have everything you need in the office even if you forget something. We borrowed a waffle maker too! We did grilling by the deck and also setup campfire and had smores while watching so many fireflies in the night. The river is beautiful and calm and we did canoeing and the children were able to play safely in the water. The staff was very helpful, Mr. Travis helped my kids with fishing and they caught their first fish and they were very excited! Overall, an excellent getaway :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenna R.

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

Perfect place to unplug!

We enjoyed our stay very much even though the river was too high to enjoy. The cabin was very comfy and a great place to hang out. The grounds there are wonderful and we enjoyed the swing area. We had fun playing games and laughing on the covered deck. We enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels too.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie V.

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

Relaxing Stay

Affordable, helpful, accommodating, and relaxing trip. Will definitely consider returning if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Very enjoyable stay

Beautiful view. Jan went the extra mile to make our stay comfortable
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dianna S.

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

Our enchanted vacation.

it was just what we wanted. It was clean,well supplied and ideally located. we did not want to be near a city so it was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Montgomery county doesn't even have a red light in it, nearest one is 35 miles away. We are only 3/10 of a mile off of paved highway, but we are remote.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Vacation

Had a great time! Great property and great staff. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrika W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing

Our stay was so peaceful and they shuttles us up river. The workers helped us get our kayaks out as well. Defiantly somewhere to relax and unplug.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Beautiful/Family friendly

We had a great weekend. I was pleased at how clean our cabin (#3) was. Jan was very informative with the trails that we were interested in going to. We will be coming back with our kids on the next trip. I was also very impressed at how the bath towels smelled (yes, that sounds weird) because most places you stay at have towels with a strong bleach smell. She definitely takes pride in making sure things are nice and clean. If you are looking for somewhere that is clean...then this is your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
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About the host

Hosted by Amanda Sullivan

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Hi! Our names are Casey and Amanda Sullivan.
We were married in August 2020, and closed on this beautiful property in October 2020.
It was a whirlwind year to say the least!

We moved from Denver, Colorado to enjoy all that Arkansas has to offer (so many outdoor activities are in this area).

We have 3 children, 3 dogs, 1 cat, 1 highland cow, 1 kune kune pig, and 12 chickens!

Why they chose this property

We love this property because it is so secluded and peaceful. Surrounded on 3 sides by National Forest and the Ouachita River on the other really sets it apart from anywhere else.
Our children (and ourselves) get to discover new and exciting plants and creatures we have never seen all the time, and go on fun river trips together.

What makes this property unique

The peaceful riverfront is a dream. The only place around you can just walk right down to the water, sunbathe on the peninsula, fish, and enjoy both river and national forest right from your cabin.
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