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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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 transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 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

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

Hillside Haven in Mena

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
Hillside Haven in Mena

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

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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

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Norman, AR

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Board Camp Crystal Mine - 25 min drive
  • Wegner Crystal Mines - 50 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps from Ouachita National Forest and 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Board Camp Crystal Mine. Shady Lake and Nirvana Star Farms are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Karen's Country Cottage at Kates Creek, LLC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miriam M., Rockwall

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts and stay
We had a great time fishing and seeing nature. Clean accommodations, comfy beds and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Paradise
Cottage is perfectly located that once you arrive and unload sxs that truck stays parked until time to go home. (As long as you bring groceries on way in of course) Lots of wildlife to watch in mornings when drinking coffee before you head out on sxs. You can ride all day for a week and never have see same trails. So many swimming holes along the unbeaten path and you never have to ride far to find a creek running along the road or crossing it. The Host are wonderful people and there was even a fresh homemade chocolate cake waiting for us when we arrived. Whether you looking for place to ride your atv/utv or just relax and enjoy the wildlife along the creek right behind the cabin, this place is the one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad E., Richardson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Had a great time with our family getting away from the city. Great hosts! Enjoyed our visit to the cottage tremendously. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Loved our stay. Best VRBO experience. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

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

Zack R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We had the most wonderful time at Karen’s Country Cottage. The house was clean and very comfortable. The scenery was breathtaking and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome experience!
Karen's Country Cottage is a wonderful place to stay! The house is very clean and comfortable. The scenery around the house is amazing. Karen and Ray could not have been any better hosts. They went above and beyond to help with whatever we needed. Molly is a great host too! Our family can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a couple or family
The cottage and owners were absolutely wonderful. Everything was spotless and in great shape, we had everything we needed from laundry detergent to crock pots. The location was peaceful, quiet and tranquil. The creek behind the property just added to the ambiance. Its only about 10 miles to the East trail head of Wolf Pen Gap which was convenient for us. If your looking for a perfect place to get away for a few days this would be a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini vacation
Our plan was to go to Mena Arkansas for the trails with our side by side and needed somewhere to stay as a last minute book I would have never guessed we find this amazing cottage it was very clean, great host, peaceful atmosphere, plenty of room inside and out. Just minutes from wolfpen where we where headed. Just a heads up you will need to buy your grocery before you get their because your in the middle of no where but that just what we where looking for. And our host let us know all this ahead of time to. I can't say enough about our host thy where great all around. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property/Excellent Hosts
Ray and Karen have the most wonderful land. Beautiful scenery with lush trees, creeks, ponds, hills and mountains and will be more than happy to show you around. Highly recommend if you wanna unplug and relax and soak in the landscape and make new friends. Exceptionally clean. They went above and beyond any expectations. Very friendly and they helped us plan our days with crystal mining, photo ops, fishing and exploring. Or, as we preferred on one of our days, just grilling and watching the sunset turn into a beautiful starry night. The best vacation we have had in a long time. Would rate them with a perfect 100 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

April M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Escape
Quick holiday weekend trip. Karen & Ray (Loyd) were wonderful hosts along with Molly (dog) who greeted us when we arrived late Friday night. They offered suggestions on things to do and directions to get there. The home was even nicer than the pictures showing it online. Very spacious and clean. The beds were very comfortable. We had a great time walking around the property and checking out the three ponds and creek. Some even did a little fishing. Evenings got cool and fire pit came in handy. Enjoyed seeing lightning bugs and checking out the stars. Overall we all had a great time and hated to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway!!
Absolutely loved our stay this is our second time coming here because we loved it so much. If your wanting to getaway and just relax this is the place. There is no wifi and I absolutely love it. You get to unplug and relax. The view from the house is breathtaking and the many deer that where there made it that much better. The house has everything you need and then some. The Millers have went above and beyond to make sure the house is stocked with anything you could need. They where even nice enough to let us use their air compressor when we had a flat on our trailer. We stayed a whole week this time and enjoyed the near by trails at wolfpen gap, dug for Crystal's at board camp mine, enjoyed some beautiful waterfalls and even found a great swimming hole. Over all this has been one of our best vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danyalle S., KAUFMAN

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

Amanda B.

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

tim s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT, like staying at Grannies Cabin when i was a kid.
Traveling with 3 small kids and my wife to visit family nearby. The grass was mowed the house was super clean. Everything was comfortable and organized. drawers and cabinets were labeled and well stocked. The owners were very nice and our kids even got the chance to play with their grandkids. Really beautiful farm, we felt like we were staying with family. Do not hesitate, book this place, its affordable and about as good as it gets. Go explore Arkansas! My family will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

irene o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disconnecting
Beautiful property. Child friendly. Sweet owners that roll out the welcome wagon! Great place to disconnect from the fast lane.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Alta M.

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

10/10 Excellent

carly l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Way better than expected
The cabin I originally had rented fell through last minute and this was one of the only listing available for labor day weekend. It turned out to be the biggest blessing! This cottage was not only much bigger than I thought from the pictures but also perfectly located. The pictures and description do not do this place justice. The owners (and Molly the welcome puppy) were amazing and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hallmark Movie!
The pictures do this place no justice. I felt as if I had stepped in to a Hallmark movie! Stunning views, so clean and well kept. Being greeted by the sweet hosts and their grandchildren was a great personal touch. The sweetest people! Molly The dog kept us company amd the kids loved her! Definitely recommend! Hope we get the chance to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey S., Jefferson City, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great disconnect opportunity in serene environment
This is a beautiful place surrounded by nature and no distractions. There is no cable/satellite, no internet, and VERY limited cell phone coverage depending on carrier. This is worth noting to ensure you enjoy your stay to the fullest. Multiple fishing ponds on site, surrounded by woods and mountains. Truly a tranquil environment to get away from the stressors in life and take a minute to enjoy the company of one another, or just reconnect with life. Charcoal grill, fire pit, fully stocked kitchen, outdoor covered picnic area, views from entire back half of the house. Spectacular owners. Close enough to be there for Amy questions or concerns, but far enough away to both have your privacy (neighboring property). They are outstanding. Truly could never have guessed that people like them still exist. Loved the place, loved the people, just didn't love the fact we had to leave so soon. If you can live without the internet, book this place now!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021