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Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8144 sq m

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Norman, AR
  • Popular LocationOuachita National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBoard Camp Crystal Mine25 min drive
  • Popular LocationQueen Wilhelmina State Park80 min drive
  • AirportHot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)81 min drive

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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.

Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC

Karen's Country Cottage is located in the heart of the beautiful Ouachita Mountains in west-central Arkansas. This cottage is near the famous Wolf Pen Gap ATV trail complex. Other nearby attractions are: Lake Ouachita, Little Missouri Falls, Shady Lake, Caddo River, Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Crater of Diamonds State Park, and several hiking trails. * 9.5m to EAST Wolfpen Gap Trailhead * 12m to Little Missouri Falls * 23m to Mena, AR * 29 m to Glenwood and the Caddo River * 25m to Mt. Ida More information The space ) Beautiful mountain views from the front porch ) Carport ) Metal carport (soon to be turned into screened-in picnic area with tables and firepit ) Freshly painted inside and out (Oct. 2017) ) Large separate bathroom and 1/2 bath off the master bedroom ) Queen beds in bedrooms and sofa bed in sunroom with additional airbed if needed ) Fully equipped kitchen (electric range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, griddle, dishes, bowls, eating utensils, etc.) ) 48 in. TV with dvd player and good selection of family friendly dvds (no cable or satellite yet) ) Board games for family fun ) Great views from the sunroom of the three large ponds and Kates Creek behind the cottage, and yes fishing is allowed. ) Utility room with washer, dryer, and wash basin ) 50 gal. water heater ) Large dining room ) Central heat and air ) Hair dryer and ironing board provided ) Charcoal grill ) Secluded (3 1/2 miles from Big Fork, AR on County Road 675) Guest access At the present time guests will be able to use the cottage and the very large yard that is well maintained. There is plenty of room for several vehicles and trailers, and children have room for outdoor games.

Property manager

Ray and Karen Miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1550 sq ft (144 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

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About the area

Norman

Located in Norman, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ouachita National Forest and Shady Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Board Camp Crystal Mine and Wegner Crystal Mines. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Board Camp Crystal Mine - 25 min drive
  • Shady Lake - 60 min drive
  • Queen Wilhelmina State Park - 80 min drive
  • Cossatot River State Park - 81 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Board Camp Crystal Mine. Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
An absolutely amazing experience. Ray and Karen are excellent hosts, the property is beautiful, and we will be back. We highly encourage you to book this place soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Loved our stay. Best VRBO experience. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
The property is gorgeous, house is nice, clean, and well furnished. The owners contacted me before, during, and after our visit to make sure we didn't need anything and that our stay was satisfactory. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This was a wonderful place to stay. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The owners were super friendly and accommodating. The only issue we had was the lack of access to WI-FI which made it hard to know what to expect for the weather each day and using online maps to locate other towns nearby to visit. We loved our visit and would highly recommend this home to others that want to ride the ATV trails. This was a very good experience! Thank you to the owners for your hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Found
The house was immaculate upon arrival and had views for days. Between the clear ponds and fall foliage it made for a relaxing weekend despite the rain. The hosts communicated well and checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed, even brought us a sweet surprise of homemade brownies. So close to the National forest, quaint downtown of Mena and genuine peace and quiet made this stay one of the best we have ever had in Arkansas. We hope to be able to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
At first I was a bit let down because of no TV service....but that quickly changed because of the ability to just disconnect from the world while relaxing and spending quality time with my wife for our anniversary and enjoys God's creation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Seymour, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
This is hospitality like you’ve never seen before.
There are not enough stars in the clear night sky at Karen’s Country Cottage to give as a rating for this property and giving 5 stars almost feels disrespectful. Yes, this slice of Heaven here on earth is just that good. We didn’t just get a property while staying at this location - we got an entire experience. From comfort, to wildlife, to hospitality, this place has it all. When we arrived, we were greeted by Ray who is just the sweetest. Ray and Karen are unbelievable hosts. I am convinced they have never met a stranger. They are kind, welcoming, considerate and just so wonderful. Their hospitality is unmatched. We spent our last night on the front porch of the cottage speaking to them both and it felt like we were just catching up with friends. We fished the ponds in the evening, watched the wildlife out of the sunroom in the morning, played in the creek in the afternoon and star gazed at night. The view of the Milky Way was unreal out there. It is quite a drive to the city; about a half an hour to a Dollar General and over an hour to a Walmart so be mindful of that, but Karen has this cottage stocked full of amenities just in case something you need runs out. She has really just thought of everything. The beds are extremely comfortable; not too hard, not too soft. It was all we could do to get out of bed in the morning to get going. The comfort level was perfect. If you are rockhounds, the Avatar, Wegner and Crystal Vista mines are just over a half hour away. Avant is about 45 minutes away. There is no wifi and cell service can be tricky, but do yourself a favor and just unplug and reset. It’s so relaxing out there. (The best reception we got for AT&T was in the sunroom on the couch.) The only negative thing we had to say about this stay was that it certainly was not long enough. We are kicking ourselves for not staying longer and are already trying to find time on our busy calendar to come back. Ray and Karen are humbly proud of their beautiful property and it’s apparent. They work hard to maintain it and were excited to offer us a tour of their natural springs, adjacent properties and wildlife. We would book this property over and over again. With as much as we gushed about it to our friends one asked if we had a million dollar vacation opportunity given to us in Bora Bora or a quaint trip to Ray and Karen’s what we would do. We’d be packed up and on the road to Arkansas :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danyalle S., KAUFMAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
This was a new area for us to stay in and it quickly became our favorite. The property is beautiful with the fishing ponds and Kate’s Creek running through it. The cattle on the pasture were just a bonus along with the deer we saw daily roaming the property. This was the cleanest property we have stayed at and we will definitely be back. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need including a crock pot! The house was spacious and spotless! The sunroom with the sofa sleeper definitely has the best view in the house. The covered patio area was wonderful and the firewood for the fire pit was just another bonus. If you’re looking to get away and just relax or even ride the trails, this is the place for you. It was a quick 15 minute ride and we were headed to the trails of Wolf Pen Gap. A plus is the house is on the Oden Loop so we finally made that loop. If you stay here you just visit Big T’s for amazing food (cash only). I could go on and on about this property because it is honestly perfect for my family. When we checked in there were fresh brownies and cookies on the counter! Karen and Ray were wonderful hosts! Their dog Molly and granddaughter Kaylee were amazing as well. My boys loved getting to fish with their granddaughter and she definitely out fished them. We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfection
Our stay was absolute perfection. It was so beautiful, clean, fully stocked, comfortable and peaceful! Hosts were the best and so informative of where to go and what to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property!
The property was very nice, super clean, and the hosts were outstanding! Highly recommend this property!! I’d give them 10 Stars if I could.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022