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Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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View from the Deck
Serenity House in the Spring
Your own private dock as seen from the deck of Serenity House
Serenity House in the Fall
Dock with ladder

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61360 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Catherine State Park
  • Place, Hot Springs National Park
  • Place, Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
  • Airport, Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock

A newly remodeled, 1300 square foot house located in a quiet cove on beautiful Lake Catherine. Wildlife abounds with deer, fox, cranes, geese and ducks. The 'Asian' style vacation home has a 30 foot vault ceiling with skylight at the top.

The loft overlooking the main living area provides extra twin sleeping beds, living and dining space. Both bedrooms are tastefully furnished with queen beds. The washer/dryer and kitchen appliances are all new. A private fishing/swimming/boat dock is available for lake recreational activities. Serenity House is located in a quiet gated community with access to golf, tennis and basketball courts, playground, swimming pool (available in the summer months), marina, and hiking and horseback riding at Lake Catherine State Park.

We are pet friendly, (2 dogs maximum) but approval is needed before acceptance. Dogs must be kenneled when unattended with a 4 foot kennel and pad provided if needed. Our house can only accommodate six guests.

* 13 Miles from Hot Springs National Park
* 10 Miles from I30 and Malvern
* 2 Miles from Lake Catherine State Park
* 5 Miles from Garvan Gardens

Keywords: Lake, Private Dock, Golf, Swimming Pool

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets must be approved and $59 insurance required.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No loud noises after 10 pm
No Fireworks. Firepit must be extinguished when left. Under no circumstances are ashes and logs are to be thrown in lake bed. .
Do not leave washer/dryer running unattended.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hot Springs

Located in Lake Catherine, a neighbourhood in Hot Springs, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Bathhouse Row and Fordyce Bathhouse Vistor Center are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ohio Club and Hot Springs Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Garvan Woodland Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Catherine State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hot Springs National Park - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Hot Springs Convention Center - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Bathhouse Row - 17 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Malvern Station - 25 min drive
  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Whiskers - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity House on Lake Catherine with Private Boat/Swim Dock located?

This family-friendly Hot Springs holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Catherine State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Garvan Woodland Gardens and Anthony Chapel. Malvern City Park and Ouachita River Whitewater Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 222 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 222 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful everything was just as listed. Beds were super comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay we enjoyed it. We had a family reunion at the lake and we stayed here. The best people you could ask for we had several conversations with them. We love the house nice clean, beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice hosts, they communicated well and we enjoyed staying at Serenity House. Loved having coffee in the morning on the patio enjoying the sounds of nature and watching the sun peak through the trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this cozy lakeside home. Although the temps weren't conducive for the water options, the accommodations and view were fully utilized. Thanks for being wonderful hosts and allowing our pets to tag along.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

debora c.

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

Absolutely idyllic

Beautiful, relaxing, convenient. The hosts thought of everything to make this guesthouse perfect in every way. Communication was timely, helpful and clear. We absolutely loved this beautiful, peaceful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

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

Charming cabin.

Loved the layout, cleanliness,and charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

The owners were nice and it was a fine cabin. Some folding chairs and floaties for the dock would have been nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Girls trip

Great, relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

In town for a softball tournament

We stayed the entire week and weekend. The house was the very clean and well stocked. My husband and I stayed with our 2 children, but it could have easily accommodated 2 couples and 3 kids. The area was beautiful and peaceful. Our only complaint was an odor in the closets and pantry. It wasn’t enough to really bother us though.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

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

Nice Stay Near Hot Springs

We had a great girls trip at this home. Teresa and her husband were very welcoming and we liked knowing they were close by if we needed anything. The house was perfect for our group and was a short drive to downtown Hot Springs but far enough that we felt secluded. The beds were very comfortable and the back deck was perfect to sit out on and relax. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

B W., East Texas

Great Stay!

Perfect for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Bond M.

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

Great place to stay

This is a great relaxing place to stay. The kids and dogs had a great time. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Memorial Weekend

Very peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

This was a great place, it was a ladies trip and we really enjoyed the house the dock and deck

It was really nice, clean and plenty of room, the beds were comfortable. we really enjoyed it, it was not to far from downtown Hot Springs and other places we checked out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Kiley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Quiet neighborhood

This rental is in a very quiet neighborhood. Owners live directly next door. House had all types of kitchen and bathroom items you would need. Downstairs beds and furniture felt dated not very comfortable. Didn’t spend time in loft area, but loft railing felt very low. We underestimated the location and drove at least 20 minutes to any places to eat or quick groceries so if we go back to Hot Springs, we will stay closer to where the action is (this isn’t a fault of the owners at all).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal R.

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

Nice weekend

Pleasant, quiet lake front house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

janette d.

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

Peaceful location. Immaculately clean!

We had a wonderful stay at the Serenity House. So very clean and had everything needed for our stay. Host was wonderful and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

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

Serenity House

Our stay was as advertised. From floating off the back dock to volleyball in the community pool, everything was great. Proximity to Hot Springs was perfect. Definitely worth the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Great place !

Such a wonderful and cozy home. The deck overlooking the private dock and lake was amazing. The owners were very personable and accomodating. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Fantastic

It was very clean and well stocked. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Fantastic getaway home. Quiet.

Nothing negative to say, all positive aspects.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

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

Wonderful stay

Well-equipped kitchen a big plus since we did lots of cooking! We particularly loved the spacious back porch overlooking the lake. Hosts were helpful and friendly. Wonderful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby W.

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

Place was great, clean and quiet

This was a very clean property, we enjoyed the quiet , and the bath row house was great to walk, we took a fishing charter and caught the limit on hybrid bass, overall a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rachal R., Alexandria, Louisiana

Always a great day place to stay!

Once again we had an awesome stay at Serenity House...the owners always have everything perfect and ready for your arrival and are just next door should you need anything. This is always our first choice when staying in Hot Springs!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony B., Tomball, Texas

beautiful home in a gorgeous setting

Loved our weekend here, fishing, relaxing, enjoying the tranquility. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

About the host

Hosted by Teresa Holt

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Serenity House is owned by Stephen and Teresa Holt who love Diamondhead and live next door to Serenity House.

Why they chose this property

We love the quiet area of Diamondhead and the wonderful quirky and artsy town of Hot Springs and wanted to share the area with others. We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world!

What makes this property unique

The quiet cove on Diamondhead provides a Serene atmosphere where cranes, geese, ducks, fox, and deer are ample. Swimming and fishing are sports that many participate in from the dock just steps from the house. Serenity House is located in Diamondhead Community where a swimming pool is available in the summer and golfing throughout the year. Diamondhead is centrally located just minutes from Hot Springs, Garvin Gardens and Malvern (I-30).
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