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Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

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Mount Ida, AR
  • Popular LocationOuachita National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwin Creek9 min walk
  • Popular LocationNirvana Star Farms10 min drive
  • AirportHot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)36 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

My favorite place to stay.
Kathryne P.
Jan 3, 2024

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, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts

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 with 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! Come see us! @ 256 Shady Grove, Mount Ida, AR. 71957

Property manager

MQ Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking allowed outside only

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No more than 2 pets/per stay. Extra fee will apply

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 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

Property is also known as

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

About the neighborhood

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Ouachita and Ouachita National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Twin Creek - 9 min walk
  • Lake Ouachita - 5 min drive
  • Nirvana Star Farms - 10 min drive
  • Wegner Crystal Mines - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairyette - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Diamante Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mt Ida Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shangri La Resort - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts located?

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

Cub Cabin, A great escape for nature lovers and water enthusiasts Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
New to Arkansas
Beautiful area, house is clean, quiet and close to many water accesses
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

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Liked: Cleanliness
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

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Kathryne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it!
My favorite place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Vimcent T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Margaret Q., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Austin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Torie B., WESTLAKE

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Nice cabin very clean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., Champaign, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

Kamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Birthday trip
It was so cute, peaceful and great. Enjoyed staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it! Definitely booking again.
This trip was for our 8 yr olds bday and he loves the whole experience as did we. The cabin was absolutely amazing, it was so clean and so comforting. The cabin fits the country life perfectly. The host is awesome, great communication and very helpful. They leave a bunch of brochures for things to do. The fire pit was awesome to sit around after checking out the stars. You can see EVERYTHING! There’s no light pollution from a huge city so the sky was crystal clear. Also if you’re into rock hounding as we are the Wegner Quartz Crystal mine is only a 15min drive and Ouachita national forest is even closer. I definitely recommend this to anyone looking to disconnect for a get away. It’s perfect. Just a little FYI for future renters make sure there isn’t a burn ban in effect if you want a fire in the fire pit . Also it’s located in a dry county so you can’t get any alcohol in that county. It’s about a 20 mile drive to the next county. It only has really one supermarket. So if you like to BBQ and drink a few. Bring it with you lol Overall we couldn’t have asked for better. We loved it and definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Rockwall, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Casandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property. Our dogs loved it. It's in a great neighborhood.
The property managers are very nice and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful and cleanest cabin we've ever booked. Pictures are true to what you get when you arrive. It is so quiet and peaceful. Will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, quiet get-away...
Everything is top-notch! Love the cabin and the location. The only reason for 4/5 stars on location is that I had to chase off the free-ranging dogs from across the street the first day, then no issues after that. The 3 cabins in this location are spread out and separated by a small ravine, but very visible to one another. I don't consider this to be an issue, but others might want fair warning if you are seeking privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and quite
cozy and very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
This was a comfortable, and well located property. The surrounding nature is beautiful and peaceful, and it's far enough from the main road that you don't get any noise pollution. The cabin had everything we needed, and felt safe and secure! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022