House boat
Summer Dates are Booking Fast!
Houseboat in Royal, a short walk to Lake Ouachita
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Royal, AR
- Place, Crystal Springs Public Use Area3 min walk
- Place, Lake Ouachita6 min walk
- Place, Lake Ouachita State Park49 min drive
- Airport, Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Summer Dates are Booking Fast!
Welcome to The Boathouse! Our 4 bedroom 2 bath stationary houseboat is moored at Crystal Springs Marina Village on beautiful Lake Ouachita - just 15 minutes west of Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. Lake Ouachita is a stunning, crystal clear lake surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest.
The Boathouse has a fully equipped kitchen with full size appliances along with central heat and air.
Jump right off the back of the boat into beautiful Lake Ouachita with a built-in ladder off the rear deck to get back on the boat easily.
Access to hiking/mountain biking...
The Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) travels up, down and along mountain slopes through a mixed hardwood and pine forest, opening up at several places to spectacular views of the lake before you. Beautiful displays of wildflowers await hikers and bikers during the spring and summer months. Along the trail, pits left by quartz speculators and the remains of a moonshiner's still are evidence of the area's colorful history. Plans call for the trail to extend 35 to 40 miles along the shores of Lake Ouachita, running through private resorts and public campgrounds and ultimately to Blakely Dam to the east. (Copied from the Forest Service website.)
Linens and towels are included but you may want to bring some extra beach towels.
Discounts available for jet ski, ski boat and pontoon boat rentals or bring your own boat and park next to The Boathouse for free. Covered boat storage may be available at Crystal Springs Marina for a fee.
Note: The Boathouse is moored at our dock which is located in a wake zone area, which means the boat will rock as other boats pass by. If you are prone to motion sickness, you may want to visit The Boathouse in the off-season when the lake isn't as busy.
TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY/THREE NIGHT MINIMUM STAY ON HOLIDAY WEEKENDS
The Boathouse has a fully equipped kitchen with full size appliances along with central heat and air.
Jump right off the back of the boat into beautiful Lake Ouachita with a built-in ladder off the rear deck to get back on the boat easily.
Access to hiking/mountain biking...
The Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) travels up, down and along mountain slopes through a mixed hardwood and pine forest, opening up at several places to spectacular views of the lake before you. Beautiful displays of wildflowers await hikers and bikers during the spring and summer months. Along the trail, pits left by quartz speculators and the remains of a moonshiner's still are evidence of the area's colorful history. Plans call for the trail to extend 35 to 40 miles along the shores of Lake Ouachita, running through private resorts and public campgrounds and ultimately to Blakely Dam to the east. (Copied from the Forest Service website.)
Linens and towels are included but you may want to bring some extra beach towels.
Discounts available for jet ski, ski boat and pontoon boat rentals or bring your own boat and park next to The Boathouse for free. Covered boat storage may be available at Crystal Springs Marina for a fee.
Note: The Boathouse is moored at our dock which is located in a wake zone area, which means the boat will rock as other boats pass by. If you are prone to motion sickness, you may want to visit The Boathouse in the off-season when the lake isn't as busy.
TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY/THREE NIGHT MINIMUM STAY ON HOLIDAY WEEKENDS
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Royal
Located in Royal, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Hot Springs Mall and Ohio Club are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Ouachita and Hot Springs National Park. Cathy's Quiltin Square and Extreme Fun Spot are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Royal, AR
What's nearby
- Crystal Springs Public Use Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Lake Ouachita - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Joplin Public Use Area - 33 min drive - 24.4 km
- Brady Mountain Public Use Area - 36 min drive - 25.5 km
- Lake Ouachita State Park - 49 min drive - 42.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shangri-La Diner - 26 min drive
- Burls Country Smokehouse - 9 min drive
- The High Water Grill - 9 min drive
- Point 28 - 19 min drive
- B&B Cafe and Catering - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Suzanne Kindt
Hello and thank you for your interest in The Boathouse! We are a small family owned and operated houseboat rental company at Crystal Springs Marina Village on Lake Ouachita - just 15 minutes west of Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. In addition to The Boathouse, we offer on lake and in slip rentals on our three luxury houseboats. We also offer jet ski, pontoon, deck boat, fishing boat, kayak, paddleboard and mountain bike rentals.
Why they chose this property
In slip rentals are a great and affordable way to enjoy a houseboat rental on Lake Ouachita! Renting The Boathouse, which stays moored to the dock, allows you the opportunity to easily come and go as you please! From Memorial Weekend until Labor Day Weekend, you can even enjoy walking to the restaurant at Crystal Springs Marina Village which offers live music on Friday nights!
Languages:
English
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