Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
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About this property
Bunkhouse in the Beautiful Ozark Mountains Near Iconic Buffalo National River
The Location: The Bunkhouse sits near the Buffalo River Just 4 miles from Jasper Arkansas, 5 miles from Horseshoe Canyon, and 10 from Ponca’s Buffalo Outdoor Center. The Buffalo River, the first national river is a great swimming hole to us folks around here. Bring your canoe or kayak or rent one 200 yards down the road from where you’re staying. The dark skies and expansive landscapes are an ideal setting to star gaze and in 2019 the Buffalo National River was named the state’s first International Dark-Sky Park.
This is an occasional working farm with critters of all types so please adults only and no pets at this time.
The Space: The Bunkhouse sits on the farm’s property with a "tiny house" layout including kitchen/dining, living room/pullout, loft bedroom, and bathroom. If it’s a ball game you must see then the 42-inch T.V. is for you, but you will probably want to catch the views and the tranquility outside at the picnic table or on the patio for that cup of coffee or evening beverage.
Things to do: Of course…. float the Buffalo! Experience the zip line or mountain bike trails at Horseshoe Cannon. See the beauty of Arkansas on local hikes. Leaf looking in October. Spot the Elk down in Ponca Valley. Go antiquing or hit the road on motorcycles. Attend local festivals or just enjoy some good eats.
Property manager
Gwen Graf
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Mountain view
Parking available
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Jasper
Located in Jasper, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest, while Bradley House Museum and Boone County Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Jasper, AR
What's nearby
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
Arkansas Grand Canyon - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
Lost Valley Hiking Trail - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
Steel Creek Use Area - 22 min drive - 17.7 km
Mystic Caverns - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
Getting around
Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 8 min drive
Low Gap Cafe - 9 min drive
Blue Mountain Bakery & Deli - 8 min drive
Sharon K's - 8 min drive
Boardwalk Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bunkhouse in the Beautiful Ozark Mountains Near Iconic Buffalo National River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Bunkhouse in the Beautiful Ozark Mountains Near Iconic Buffalo National River located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch and AGFC Hillary Jones Wildlife Museum. Bradley House Museum and Bradley Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
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The bunkhouse fit our needs. It was clean and the location was beautiful. Two things you should know. The loft access is a straight up ladder and going downstairs at night to pee can be tricky. The shower is tall and narrow so if you are a large person it will feel tight.
Property is easy to get to and is well situated between Jasper and Ponca. It is a small cabin with all the amenities you would need for several days of peace and quiet on the lovely Mt. Sherman. The kitchen was well thought out and has cooking utensils and even some seasonings. The cabin appears to be very new and is immaculately clean. We spent a great deal of time outdoors having our meals and coffee on the patio. The porch is also great for relaxing and reading. Gwen was amazing. She quickly retrieved an appliance I asked for! And she shared fresh eggs with us from her resident chickens. This was a much needed respite from our busy lives, and we are thankful to have found this property and its hosts.
Sharon W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Gwen Graf
Gwen’s love of the Buffalo National River began as a child, camping on a flatbed truck with her parents and 6 brothers and sisters. Her maternal grandfather and the other Villines family owned land all around the Buffalo, so it was just natural to be there often. As a young adult, floating the river was like a rite of passage. Now 40 something years later she returned home as a veteran of the Air Force and wanted her growing family to enjoy this simple life. In 2022, while living in an RV (the property has a full hook-up RV site for rent as well) the “Barndominium” was built as the main residence. And a short time later an existing foundation from a previous house was used to build the Bunkhouse – a place for our adult kids to stay in during visits. This simple plot of land means a lot to us. Our pasture was owned by John William “Bill” and Orpha Villines. He witched the well and fenced the area when he was an old fella. The rock wall around the property was put back in place and we have more to do to finish trails down to the bluff and put in fencing to raise a few more critters.
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