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Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.
Cottage in Mena with kitchen
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9.8 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mena, AR
- Place, Janssen Park5 min walk
- Place, Polk County Library7 min walk
- Place, Mena Art Gallery11 min walk
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.
The Carriage House Inn’s, The Cottage, located on the National Historic Registered Shaver House estate.
The Cottage is the original 1898 carriage house of the historic Shaver home.
Guests enjoy their own private Cottage on the historic acre estate.
Amenities include: Private parking, access to the Shaver House gardens, with outside dining and grilling areas, hammock, stone cobbled fire pit (marshmallow roast and bon-fire set-up available upon request).
One bedroom, one bathroom 1000 sq. ft. cottage with living room, dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. Upstairs Bedroom with a King Size bed and picturesque window overlooking Rich Mountain. Eat-in Kitchenette equipped with stove, range, microwave, fridge/freezer, plates, glasses and cutlery. Living Room includes full-size couch, oversized chair, TV/DVD, writing desk and rocking chair. For extended stays, weekly housekeeping will be provided. All guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
Walking distance from Janssen Park and Historic Downtown Mena:
Spas, Boutiques, Antiques, Art Gallery, Theatre, Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop, Coffee Shops, Diner, Restaurants, Grocery Store, Farmer’s Market, Library, Hiking and Biking Trails and more.
Attractions:
* 4 minute drive to Talimena Scenic Drive and Ouachita National Forest trails.
*15 minutes drive to Board Camp Crystal Mine
*30 minutes to Kayak and ATV access points.
* Popular destination for Motorcyclists with access to fabulous scenic runs.
*15 minutes to family friendly farm and homestead. (Market, Pick-your-own, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze and Christmas Tree Farm)
* Ouachita National Forrest hiking, fishing, canoeing, mountain biking and trail running.
The Carriage House Inn is your relaxing small-town getaway you always dreamed of!
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The Cottage is the original 1898 carriage house of the historic Shaver home.
Guests enjoy their own private Cottage on the historic acre estate.
Amenities include: Private parking, access to the Shaver House gardens, with outside dining and grilling areas, hammock, stone cobbled fire pit (marshmallow roast and bon-fire set-up available upon request).
One bedroom, one bathroom 1000 sq. ft. cottage with living room, dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. Upstairs Bedroom with a King Size bed and picturesque window overlooking Rich Mountain. Eat-in Kitchenette equipped with stove, range, microwave, fridge/freezer, plates, glasses and cutlery. Living Room includes full-size couch, oversized chair, TV/DVD, writing desk and rocking chair. For extended stays, weekly housekeeping will be provided. All guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
Walking distance from Janssen Park and Historic Downtown Mena:
Spas, Boutiques, Antiques, Art Gallery, Theatre, Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop, Coffee Shops, Diner, Restaurants, Grocery Store, Farmer’s Market, Library, Hiking and Biking Trails and more.
Attractions:
* 4 minute drive to Talimena Scenic Drive and Ouachita National Forest trails.
*15 minutes drive to Board Camp Crystal Mine
*30 minutes to Kayak and ATV access points.
* Popular destination for Motorcyclists with access to fabulous scenic runs.
*15 minutes to family friendly farm and homestead. (Market, Pick-your-own, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze and Christmas Tree Farm)
* Ouachita National Forrest hiking, fishing, canoeing, mountain biking and trail running.
The Carriage House Inn is your relaxing small-town getaway you always dreamed of!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Mena
Mena is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queen Wilhelmina State Park and Janssen Park, while Mena Art Gallery and Ouachita Little Theatre are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Mena, AR
What's nearby
- Janssen Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Polk County Library - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Mena Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Ouachita Little Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Mena Depot Historic Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Myers Cruizers Drive-In - 3 min drive
- Little Italy II - 3 min drive
- La Villa - 3 min drive
- Elks Lodge - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Ashley Vacca
Scott and Ashley own and operate The Carriage House Inn, catering to travelers of all sorts. Before moving to Mena in 2005, they both traveled extensively for both work and pleasure, seeking out the unexpected to fully experience the city or town they were visiting. They are striving to provide a unique experience to their guests. The Inn currently has 3 guest cottages (perfect for families, couples or long-term guests) and 3 queen rooms (all private with outside entrances).
Why they chose this property
The Carriage House cottage is a part of history. Comfortable and upscale amenities make it perfect for your Mena stay, short or long.
What makes this property unique
The backyard of the cottage is almost 1 acre, filled with landscaping, hammock for lounging, grill for guest use and many different sitting areas.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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