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Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV, DVD player
Exterior detail
Smart TV, DVD player
Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains, Bear Den Cub Cabin offers a peaceful retreat from busy life. Unwind with Roku TV and wifi, then explore nearby hiking and biking trails or launch your boat at Twin Creeks boat ramp. With plenty of parking, a charcoal grill, and fire pit for star gazing nights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed

Our Cub cabin will not disappoint if you are needing some time away from your busy lifestyle. It is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains and offers quiet solitude for refreshing your mind and spirit. We also offer a Roku TV to enjoy & wifi (when wifi is working from company), if not you may use your personal hotspot once ready to come indoors.
Our Cub cabin is off the main drag but close enough to town if you should need supplies. It is well stocked with the essentials for cooking as well with plenty of linens. There is plenty to do within minutes. There are hiking and biking trails nearby and plenty of fishing and water activities in the Ouachita area.The Lovit trail is just a few miles from the cabin. It heads at beautiful Lake Ouachita and follows the lake for a beautiful hike and is great for mountain biking too! You can launch your boat within minutes at Twin Creeks boat ramp. We have plenty of parking at Bear Den Cub Cabin, along with a place to plug up your boat to charge your batteries! There is a great fishing pier at the launch site along with a place to swim. You can visit one of the crystal mines in the area where you can dig your own crystals and keep whatever you find. Hot Springs is east of the cabin about 30 minutes. Check out Bath House Row down town. If you are in to horse racing, Oaklawn Park is a big attraction in Hot Springs. (Seasonal) If you are wanting solitude, simple stay at the cabin where you can sit around the fire pit after you have grilled on the charcoal grill. The cabin offers some great star gazing opportunities with a big open sky at night! There is something to do for everyone. Please note: No pets allowed. A minimum of $500 fee will be charged to renter if a pet is brought to our property. Our cabin is in a natural setting surrounded by woods and lakes. Like any outdoor environment, there is a variety of insects and small creatures as part of the local ecosystem. Please be mindful of this and bring any bug spray, wasp spray, etc. you may feel you need to enjoy the natural beauty of the outdoors..

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Put key in lockbox upon departure
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We value all renters wanting to crystal mine but appreciate them not dumping any crystals at our property or $100 excessive cleaning will be charged.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

House
Couples Retreat Bear Den Cub Cabin Mt Ida Arkansas Lake Ouachita

About the area

Located in Mount Ida, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio and Heritage House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Mount Ida, AR

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Denby Point Public Use Area - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Twin Creek Use Area - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Joplin Public Use Area - 19 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Wegner Crystal Mines - 28 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wayseekers Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪270 Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Diamante - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairyette - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mt. Ida Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Twin Creek. Lake Ouachita is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Britney H.

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

Family-oriented

The Cub Cabin was super cute and comfortable!! Slept like a baby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

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

Cozy Cub Cabin

This is the second time we’ve stayed here and we just love this place. Very clean and well equipped. There’s plenty of space to park a boat trailer too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne P.

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

Love it!

My favorite place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Peacefully

Nice properties, cute little cabin 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

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

Great clean place to stay.

We very much enjoyed our stay. The cabin was very nice, clean, and quiet. I will definately rent this again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

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

Cozy Cabin

We loved staying at this cabin. There was plenty of room for our truck and boat. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josette K.

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

New to Arkansas

Beautiful area, house is clean, quiet and close to many water accesses
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamie P.

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

Amazing Birthday trip

It was so cute, peaceful and great. Enjoyed staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

The Cub Shack

Perfect space and location for a little get away. Loved the little cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

My husband and his fishing buddy enjoyed their stay and we’re really impressed with the cabin and proximity to the things they needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful cabin, lovef it. Will com back. A
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torie B., WESTLAKE

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

Nice cabin

Nice cabin very clean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

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

Great Cabin!

We loved the peace and quiet. The cabin was VERY clean and was just what we wanted for the extended weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne P.

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

Fantastic Cabin

I love staying here. It’s comfortable safe clean peaceful and the location is great! It has everything you need! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

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

Fantastic

Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Great little cabin!

Great little place to get away! Accommodations were great, very quite, and very clean. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

william c.

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

Great cabin getaway

Very nice cabin about 30 minutes from Hot Springs. Nice and secluded. Great place for stargazing on a clear night! I will come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Q., Montgomery

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

Beautiful, Quite and Peaceful

I very much enjoyed my stay at this lovely cabin. The pictures do not do it justice! The cabin is larger than expected, clean, and well furnished. Basic supplies are provided for cooking including some seasonings, and sugar. The bed is comfortable, not to hard and not to soft. Having a reclining chair was really nice. I would definitely book this one again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

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

Great cabin! Will be back!

Excellent accommodation. There were some ants around the kitchen area but typical for summer and just annoying! We have them at home sometimes too so it’s just one of those things! Bed was comfortable, plenty of towels, and so many seasonings, trash bags, etc that the property owner provides! We were very impressed by that as many other condos and cabins are bare bones! We hope to make this cabin trip a yearly tradition!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vimcent T.

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

Great location to crystal mines. Very nice.

Just need an air fryer since there is no oven. Just a suggestion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Great place for a get away!

My wife and I had a very nice stay at the Cub cabin. We came to see the solar eclipse, but it was a fantastic location for star gazing. The cabin was thoughtfully constructed and clean. If you bring a telescope, be wary of the gravel. There is a great variety of birds, if you are birdwatcher. The surrounding area is is forest and of course, Lake Ouachita. Plenty of outdoor activities. Mt. Ida is the nearest town. There are a lot of good restaurants and the locals were very friendly. I love visiting Arkansas and I would love to to return for another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., Champaign, IL

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

Crystal Hunting

Nice property, quiet and clean. We enjoyed the campfire and crystal mining. Centrally located within all the mines around. The microwave quit working while we were there. No one close to replace it and VRBO had the wrong contact information listed. The property manager was working with VRBO to fix it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Rockwall, TX USA

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

Bear Cub Cabin - Mt. Ida, AR

This was a fun, eclectic little cabin. Plenty of space for two people. Nicely spaced from cabins around us, very clean, great AC and the window shades really accommodate sleeping in for those that want the extra time. Would go there again when visiting family and friends in the area. Pretty close to resources, such as gas stations, local restaurants, ice and even a supermarket. Lastly, the owners were easy to work with, and made the check-in and departure process uneventful. So what could be better? The road this property is on is hard to find, especially at night. However, once on the road, the cabin was easy to locate. Markers for the road would be helpful. Bring your own mobile hotspot if you are not going to unplug. Even if you are, the smart TV will need your device to access whatever streaming service you prefer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianna R.

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

Adventure Getaway

The cabin is just as described! Surprisingly, the shower was larger than imagined from the photo. The location was perfect for us as we were interested in activities just a few miles away. Overall, it was a great experience. I would recommend the hosts and this cabin to anyone wanting a get getaway in an area with multiple things to do! A couple of things to mention. The fire pit needs some help. The bottom was rusted out making it hard to light a fire and enjoy. The supermarket in town did have reasonable wood. Next, the plastic dinner plates with deep cuts were a put off. Considering it is plastic and you are hand washing there is no way to get all the bacteria out. The stove top and fridge were nice. For people with special dietary needs requiring cooking vs. eating out it was a little challenging but we did make it work! All in all it was a great stay! I highly recommend the area and the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

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

Cute Cabin in the Woods

Plenty of space surrounding the cabin for peaceful mornings and quiet evenings. Just minutes away from Ouachita Shores and Avant Crystal Mining. Not a lot of places to roam - everywhere nearby is private property, you need to drive a bit to wander on foot if you like hiking, trails, water, etc. This cabin was stocked with just the right amount of amenities. A coffee maker was provided (and tea bags, but no coffee). Several spices were stocked. We cooked a meal in the kitchen. We didn't plan on using the grill, but we did open it and see that it wasn't clean -- it had someone else's forgotten dinner on it. There is no dishwasher, and it's required that you leave all dishes clean, so bring disposable eatery or plan to do some old fashioned dish washing! There were no sponges or dish scrubbers provided, just some dish soap. You may want to bring these tools if you stay long term & plan to make meals. Everything was in working order. AC blew nice and cold, fridge is full sized. The galvanized shower is cute but the bolts are right at elbow-bumping level and hard to avoid in a quaint space. There were a few things we noticed upon arrival that were overlooked at cleaning, but this didn't affect our stay. We reported this so they can right with their cleaners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024