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Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river

Holiday home in Pencil Bluff with kitchen and balcony

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Escape to The Magnolia, where a peaceful retreat awaits. Enjoy the private yard with river views and unwind in the hot tub or by the wood-burning stove. With an on-site canoe, kayak, and river tube rentals nearby crystal mining sites offer opportunities for adventure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river

A 2 bedroom, 2 bath home away from home, this bungalow features a lovely, private yard, deck with river views and hot tub, charcoal grill, private outdoor fire pit, and indoor wood-burning stove
Bedroom 1 - King Bed
Bedroom 2 - Two twin-over-full bunk beds
The Magnolia has a fully equipped kitchen, large dining area, Limited Wifi, and DirecTV.


-Vintage, wood-burning stove and whiskey-barrel checkerboard -Come unplug with us and Roast marshmallows under a star-studded sky away from city lights and traffic   
-Pet Friendly-$40 per stay per pet. Must be leashed outside of cabin, and friendly with other dogs and people.
-On-site canoe, kayak, and river tube rentals and shuttles


-On site canoeing, kayaking, river tubing, swimming, fishing, hiking, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, tether ball.  Near crystal mining, horseback riding, biking, hiking, ATV trails.  Shuttle service available.


 -Canoeing the Ouachita River at any time of the year offers visitors a chance to view towering rocky bluffs and riverbanks sprinkled with wild flowers while winding through the rugged and undeveloped National Forest.  The pleasant temperatures and brilliant seasonal color displays of fall and spring, the cooling and refreshing effect of moving water and shade trees during the heat of summer, make March to November the most popular times to enjoy this trip. The family-friendly river flows casually past massive rock bluffs shaded by tree-lined banks and slopes.
-Free of commercial development, the Ouachita is a gentle river with occasional Class I-II rapids separated by flat-water pools.  Fishing is excellent, with an abundance of bass (mostly smallmouth, largemouth and spotted), bluegill, catfish, green and longear sunfish, walleye and any number of other species.   

-Mother Nature blessed the Ouachita Mountains with the most beautiful quartz crystal in the world.  Mount Ida is known as the "Quartz Crystal Capital of the World".  We welcome all rock hounds, both amateur and professional, no crystal cleaning allowed in cabin though and please do not leave us your crystals :)

-Womble Trail, Ouachita Trail,  and Lake Ouachita Vista Trail are nearby EPIC mountain biking and hiking trails.  There are other secluded, forest trails such as Fourche Mountain Trail, available for exploring on your ATVs.  Just a few feet away from your cabin are short trails into the National Forest.   
]-We are located near one of the darkest sky places in Arkansas and you can easily see the Milky  Way.  You will see fireflies in season and you might catch sight of an occasional Bald Eagle, Blue Heron or Road Runner.

We live on site in our home/office and are available to assist you if you need help with anything :)

No smoking inside the cabin.  
Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 7 AM

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

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

Rules

Please do not park in grass anywhere on property

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: NO children under 13 in hot tub

Events

Events 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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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
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

Magnolia On The Ouachita River
Honeybear Cabin On the Ouachita river
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Cabin
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Pencil Bluff
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Cabin Pencil Bluff

About the area

Map
Pencil Bluff, AR

What's nearby

  • Dragover Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • River Bluff Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Fulton Branch Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio - 16 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Lake Ouachita - 20 min drive - 24.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pasadita - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪P & R Dairy & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Store - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river located?

Situated in Pencil Bluff, this holiday home is steps from Ouachita National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dragover Recreation Area and Fulton Branch Recreation Area. Rich Mountain Community College and Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david jon n.

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

Very relaxing week

Had a wonderful time everything was clean and perfect. Very relaxing stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Casual forest retreat

The cabin was simple and cozy with a big front deck and views over the river. The river bank has some fun activities for the kids like swings and basketball. It was a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Beautiful surroundings, restful vacation.

Great rustic cabin with view of the river. Crisp fall air and good sleeping. We hope to come back. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rick S., Covington Louisiana

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

Great for sxs trails

My brother and I stayed here so that we could Get direct access to Fort Mountain Trail and the Washington national forest system. Both are spectacular and by staying here we didn’t have to trailer our four wheelers anywhere we could get to both trails right from this location which made it a breeze. Jan was awesome host and we enjoyed speaking with her and everyone at the camp. Looking forward to going back and doing this again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sandra C., Henderson, Tx

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area & weather!

We had no problems renting property all went well. Porch & some of inside needed more cleaning up. Had a lot of extra stuff around that would make feel cleaner if wasn’t there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

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

Loved it.

Excellent Overall. Jan and family could not have been more hospitable, with a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Carmen C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Dated cabin

Overpriced for what it was. Far away from everything, no cellphone service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jodie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Just ok

When we arrived the host was very warm and welcoming. Aside from the property had a few issues our stay wasn’t bad and it was nice to get away from technology. The cabin could definitely use some deep cleaning. The AC unit will freeze (we were told but didn’t try out) if you turn it below 78/80, so the cabin always pretty hot. You have to sleep with fans on because the ac doesn’t come on after the sun goes down because the temp decreases but the humidity does not. For what we paid per Night for our stay, one could replace the ac unit. Also the king size bed sits on the ground on two box springs. A bed frame would be a nice touch. Other than that the unit had lots to do. We enjoy the old radio but the volume takes a bit of a learning curve. This was our first time to the area.. I’m not sure I’d ever return here with the availability of other options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Great place to get away!

Cabin is the basics- works great for family. Staff is wonderful. Location is perfect for biking and river floats.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

James M.

River cabin

Nice, clean cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Laurie g.

Springbreak Stay

Cabin was dated but clean. Lots of family friendly activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Great as always!

Had a great time again. We love coming here. Jan, her family and sweet dogs are fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Beautiful, quiet and remote

Jan was a wonderful and helpful host. Property was beautiful, charming, quiet and remote. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Great Time Had A Blast!

Fun place to get away, everything needed to have a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Sinto J.

really good

The property was good. neat and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Super cute seculuded friendly place

Very cute, nice, friendly place for a family of 6. Lots to do on the property and the place was clean and tidy. My kids didn't want to leave. Great family camping trip in Arkansas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025