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🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period"

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Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period"

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Hey! You’ve made it to The Cliffhouse where the locals describe as “the best view in all of McCurtain County - period,” making it a very special place. There are no neighbors and you are secluded. Sounds awesome, right? But, please read the description in its entirety to ensure this special and unique place is for you!

Because of its location, not only will you avoid extra town taxes and fees upon booking, but The Cliffhouse also provides an incredible retreat from hustle and bustle of the big city. You get the best of both worlds! This 1,000 square foot cabin sits atop a mountain on 80 acres overlooking Broken Bow Lake. Being surrounded by 6,000 acres of National Forest and US Corp of Engineer land provides unparalleled hiking, mountain biking and bird watching right from your doorstep. The 600 square foot deck faces the lake and has incredible panoramic views.

The Cliffhouse is entirely off-grid. entirely off-grid. We produce our own power, water (well), hot water and have our own septic system. We are 100% green and still have all the luxuries of home! Because we are green; however, we do have to choose which luxuries we would like to have. In our efforts to conserve energy, we have decided to opt out of bath and hot tubs in all of our mountain cabins. We also have have a filter, but the well water has iron in it, so please bring bottled water if this makes you uncomfortable.

The Cliffhouse is on its own well, separate from the other three cabins, therefore, it does have a washer and dryer.

Bedroom 1: Downstairs bedroom with a Queen bed
Loft: A 350 square foot loft with breathtaking views overlooking the lake accessed via ships ladder with a Queen bed and Twin bed
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with a shower downstairs
Bathroom 2: Half-bathroom downstairs
Note: While the ship's ladder leading to the loft adds to the charm and offers spectacular views, we ask guests to consider if this will pose challenges for their stay. There is also a bedroom downstairs.

🚨 We realize that this is where most like to stop reading, but we ask that you please scroll a little more to review the important information for the drive in and more! 🚨

►✨ DRIVE IN / ACCESS
The mountain cabins sit 5 miles off of Highway 259 and is accessed by US Forest Service roads. It’s a beautiful drive and we oftentimes see white tail deer, turkey, and birds of prey including red tail hawks and various owls!

You will need a vehicle with some clearance as well as a bit of driving skill to make it in. 4WD and/or AWD is NOT necessary, but helpful.

► We strongly suggest:
→ a small, medium or large SUV
→ any size truck
→ a crossover
► We strongly advise against:
→ a minivan
→ a sedan or coupe

The first 2 miles of the drive are easy and you can drive 25 mph. The remaining 3 miles are slower and requires some attention. You will cross 4 or 5 small creeks on the way in. Water is rarely more than 4 inches deep. The roads are rocky and bumpy, but will not ever be muddy.

There are also grades up to 12% on gravel roads. This means you will travel up the mountain until you have reached our mountain top.

Don't have a vehicle that meets the requirements, but still want to visit? We have partnered with Marc at Red Dirt Car Service and have several happy guests that have already used this transportation service! Please send an inquiry for more information.

►✨ TECHNOLOGY & CELL SERVICE
The Cliffhouse now has Starlinnk and there is cell phone service! Verizon and AT&T work best, while Sprint and T-Mobile are limited. There aren't any TVs or cable service. You will need to bring your own entertainment and pre-download your movies on your own device before arriving.
Disclaimer:Bear Creek Vacations is not responsible for reliability of internet or outages from service provider. WiFi is provided as a convenience only and is not integral to the use the property. No refund of payments shall be given for outages, content, lack of content, speed, access problems, lack of knowledge of use or personal preference regarding services.

►✨ BOATS, TRAILERS & ATVs, oh my!
Boats & Trailers: Please do not try to bring a boat up to any of our cabins on the mountain! You will likely regret it, we promise! 😉 All jokes aside, Beavers Bend Marina has slips that you can rent for your stay and it’s super convenient to leave your boat in the water. They can also provide a place to leave your trailer!
ATVs: You can ride straight into the Ouachita National Forest from our property! Please check with the US Forest Service for all laws regarding ATV riding. It’s possible for a group of riders to rack up several thousand dollars in fines.
Bear Creek Vacations will not be held responsible for any tickets, violations or accidents.

►✨ GRILL & FIRE
The grill is propane and directly wired into the house. Instead of a propane tank, you will see a timer. There is a fire pit. Please bring matches. Our cleaning service no longer provides firewood.

►✨ MAX OCCUPANCY
The Cliffhouse sleeps 5. Due to fire marshal regulations and insurance purposes, the number of guests per cabin is strictly enforced. Additionally, our off-grid systems cannot sustain more than the max number of guests.

►✨ PUP-FRIENDLY
Maximum of 2 dogs allowed. No cats. Pet Fee: $150 per stay. Please review house rules and pet policy prior to bringing your pets to avoid additional charges.

→ Check out our other mountain cabin rentals:
○ The Summit House: www.vrbo.com/807469?dateless=true
○ Bella Vista: www.vrbo.com/1067729?dateless=true
○ The Phoenix Rising: www.vrbo.com/1282867?dateless=true

Property manager

Andy & Debbie, Ashley (Property Manager)

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: $500 fine will be charged if smoking in the cabin

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 pets max | $150 per stay (review house rules)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: caution: the loft is accessed by a ships ladder

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We most pre-approve all events prior to booking.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cliffhouse Your Private Mountain Top Cabin Broken Bow
Cliffhouse Your Private Mountain Top Cabin
Cliffhouse Your Private Mountain Top Broken Bow
Cliffhouse Your Private Mountain Top
Cliffhouse Your Private Mount
The Cliffhouse Your Private Mountain Top Cabin

About the neighborhood

Map
Broken Bow, OK

What's nearby

  • Broken Bow Lake - 1 min drive
  • Cedar Creek Golf Course - 37 min drive
  • Beavers Bend Marina - 39 min drive
  • Beavers Bend State Park - 40 min drive
  • Hochatown State Park - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Texarkana, AR (TXK-Texarkana Regional) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T's Hole In One Donut - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period" pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at 🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period" located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Broken Bow Lake and The Maze of Hochatown. Mountain Fork Brewery and Vojai's Winery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

🐻 Private mountain top cabin w/ "best view in all of McCurtain County - period" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 340 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 340 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 340 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 340 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 340 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheva C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Spent the weekend there with my family. Excellent communication with the property owners. The drive to the cabin had some pretty vistas. The cabin is perfect! It was clean and cozy. We loved watching the sunrise from inside the cabin in the mornings. Stargazing on the deck at night. Shower had great water pressure and good hot water. It was a perfect escape from the city. We will definitely be back! Only thing to point out, there are hunters in the woods. We weren’t aware of that and the sounds of gun shots in the distance were jarring.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway!
Perfect spot to get away and enjoy the solitude. We didn’t see anyone for two days while on the property! The views were amazing with sunrise being the best! The description was spot on! Highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home
Great place and excellent views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
If you are looking to get away from the world, society, internet and just want to be incognital, this is the place I loved it. My spouse, Fury Son and I will be visiting again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely PERFECT!
After two years of caregiving and the loss of our precious mother, we needed a quiet, beautiful place to rest, recover and grieve. The Cliffhouse was perfect! Andy & Debbie were so easy to communicate with for any questions and the cabin was super clean, well-stocked, and the view was OUT OF THIS WORLD! We lacked for nothing and will be back! We used Google Maps for directions and they were spot on! If you have an appropriate vehicle (as specified in information given) and are not afraid of country roads, you will have no problems getting to the cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful.
So glad we got to see the moon rising and the sun rising in the same spot. We didn’t plan on the timing but so glad we witnessed it. This was our second visit and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote Gem
The breath taking sunrises will forever be in our minds as we remember our Broken Bow visit. This cabin was just what we needed to get away from it all. Simple and beautifully done. Thank you for sharing your cabin. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

chris C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The VIEW...
The view was as listed and grand but when the generator started at 2am in the morning it awakened us and we could not go back to sleep.. We left the next morning and went into town and got a hotel room. As far as the rest of the cabin, the windows were dirty and the place needed a good cleaning for the dust and cobb webs. As for the road, glad I own a truck, a bit rough, I understand because of the location. I would like to at least get a refund for one night to help off set the hotel room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
Such a relaxing escape and all the items needed were provided which was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
The cabin and location were just what we needed for a great relaxing weekend! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F., Collinsville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Loved the location. The place needs some better beds, they are ok but not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin and gorgeous views!
We stayed a few days in this cabin as our first time in the area. It is absolutely gorgeous, very easy check in and out! The drive is definitely for larger vehicles as the posting states but we had no issue finding the property via Google Maps. Communication with the management was great, very friendly and quick to reply. I am already looking forward to my trip back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

christa f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hill top retreat
This property is stunning. What could be better than waking up that view, spending the day hiking, enjoying the lake, and watching the stars by firelight. The property was exactly as listed and the hosts were super helpful. The internet worked well enough to stay online and stream music. Not well enough to take conference calls, which was a dream. We hope to be back in the fall.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashton B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
The cabin is exactly as pictured The views are spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view!
It was the best view of any cabin we have stayed in!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!!
Place was so clean and the views were spectacular! Owners were very accommodating and responded very quickly to any questions we had!!! We loved our stay and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifton F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
If you read the property description you get exactly what you expect. Property clean and secluded very quiet. Just what were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cliff house
Delightful as promised! Bring your own ice cream scoop!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle V., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Views
This cabin was amazing. The view over the lake from the deck is incredible. Even the drive thru the forest to the cabin was a lot of fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Time at Cliff House
We had an amazing time at the Cliff House. The cabin was very comfortable, and included all the amenities you could ask for. Amazing view that we couldn't get enough off. We definitely were able to get some R&R without all the city noise. We will definitely go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views great hiking and pure freshnes and tranquility
Loved the cabin this is my second time coming to enjoy the ability to completely disconnect from the city and enjoy the pure wilderness, loved the hiking trails, tried two day to reach the lake by foot and when we made it it was an amazing view and accomplishment, we also visited the beavers bend park to enjoy the trails and rivers, at night is so silent and calm and the reflection of the lake is just mesmerizing, i am highly anticipating my return as it was a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway - impressive view
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at the Cliffhouse! Drive to the cabin was scenic and manageable with our Honda CRV. Cabin was very nice, clean, and private. The view was very impressive and we witnessed some amazing sunrises! Also had some time to tour the nearby Hochatown. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun private getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024