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Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock!

Rejuvenate by kayaking across crystal-clear waters or lounging by the fire pit after an action-packed day near Hot Springs National Park.

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet
Dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock!

What better way to spend the summer than spending it on the lake with good tunes, great snacks or beverages, and even better company? This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental cabin in Royal sits right on the banks of the Ouachita River and offers a dock for you to tie your boat up each night. After fueling up with a hearty breakfast prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, lather on the sunscreen and hit the water! To unwind, sit out on the deck and throw something on the BBQ.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Kayaks Available | Pet Friendly

Perfect for guests who love lake life, this Royal property is situated right off the shores of The Ouachita River with a dock where you can easily tie up and unwind at your Arkansas home-away-from-home.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ Roku (guest mode), central A/C & heating
OUTDOOR LIVING: Expansive covered deck, gas grill, patio furniture, outdoor dining, ceiling fans, fire pit, private yard, one tandem & one single kayak provided 
KITCHEN: Well equipped, blender, coffee maker, coffee grinder, cooking basics, Crockpot, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, beach towels/chairs, DVD player, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 4-bedroom property for 12 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE HAMILTON/OUACHITA RIVER (17 miles): boat ramp, Paradise Cove Marina (11 miles), Hill Wheatley Boat Ramp (12 miles), Entergy Park (18 miles), swimming, fishing, boating, beaches, watersports equipment rentals
SPAS: Buckstaff Bathhouse (13 miles), Quapaw Baths & Spa (13 miles), The Springs Hotel & Spa (13 miles), The Thermal Bathhouse & Spa at the Arlington (13 miles), Ablution Day Spa & Salon (15 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Mid-America Science Museum (9 miles), Arkansas Alligator Farm and Petting Zoo (12 miles), Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf (15 miles), Magic Springs Theme and Water park (15 miles)
PARKS: Hot Springs National Park (13 miles), Lake Ouachita State Park (17 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (21 miles), Lake Catherine State Park (25 miles), Crater of Diamonds State Park (54 miles)
AIRPORT: Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (70 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- Pets must be kenneled when left unattended. Kennel not provided
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may occur
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The water level of the lake is lowered when time changes in the Fall and raised when time changes in the Spring. The Spring/Summer water level at the dock is 8-10 feet
- NOTE: The steps to the dock and operation of the kayak pulley lifts may be too strenuous for some guests

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1236 sq ft (115 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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 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 first aid kit
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

Vrbo Property
Royal Cabin Haven W/private Dock on Ouachita River Cabin
Royal Cabin Haven W/private Dock on Ouachita River Royal
Royal Cabin Haven W/private Dock on Ouachita River Cabin Royal
441907

About the neighborhood

Map
Royal, Arkansas

What's nearby

  • Hot Springs National Park - 19 min drive
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 20 min drive
  • Hot Springs Convention Center - 21 min drive
  • Bathhouse Row - 21 min drive
  • Magic Springs and Crystal Falls - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Express - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Ouachita National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Optimist Park and Cathy's Quiltin Square. On Target Indoor Firing Range and St Joseph's Mercy Clinic are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Ouachita River Cabin: Royal Haven w/ Dock! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Royal Arkansas
The cabin was very nice. We enjoyed the quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fishing trip
wonderful accomodations
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Break
The house was clean and well stocked, nice getaway for a relaxing week!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin
Beautiful and clean with all the amenities! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Treed Escape
Beautiful cabin with a lovely back porch with a fenced in yard for kids and pets!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful!
We had the best time. Highly recommend. Thank you for sharing your wonderful lake home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Vacation
It was very enjoyable and relaxing! The cabin was very nice inside!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Just a long weekend away from home. Was so relaxing and the scenery was phenomenal. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucien R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great way to spend spring break.
Great property, they kids enjoyed the river Even though it was a little cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
The cabin was great! Very well stocked. They even had spices, and condiments in the refrigerator. It had a fenced in backyard that was great for our dog!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G., Benton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. The property is beautiful and quite. Water access is challenging as far as kayaking but fishing is great. Close and convenient to Hot Springs. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
Long weekend getaway with friends. Cabin was perfect for 6 adults. Check-in was easy. No issues with cabin. Could have used more seating in living area and mirror in bathroom. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway
We wanted a quick getaway before the Christmas craziness set in. My husband and I enjoyed the quiet location for relaxing and the close distance to the hot springs for more pampering and relaxation. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father/Daughter Vacation
My daughter & I were very pleased with this place to stay, especially due to the extreme rain occurring on 3 of our 5 days. The house contained everything we needed for our activities. We would definitely recommend this house for others looking for a gorgeous property in a very convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi A., El dorado Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute
A very cute place to stay. It was so nice and peaceful. We loved sitting on the back porch to grill and look at the lake. Will most definitely be back but for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool spot on the Ouachita River
Good fishing down on the dock
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much!
We absolutely LOVED this cabin! We loved the secluded feel and the fishing was amazing! The overall experience was perfect. Relaxing and peaceful! It was also very clean and comfortable. We would for sure rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Nice Place
Enjoyed fishing off the dock. Lots of fish. Also liked all the board games available as we had a rainy day to stay inside and play them.
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsie Anderson

Beautiful Cabin
This was such a relaxing, amazing experience. We came for our honeymoon and it was absolutely PERFECT! We loved the cabin and the access to the dock. We fished every single day almost all day. It was everything we were looking for and we appreciate it so much! Tha k you for the experience!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the lake
We loved the location of this property. Hardly anyone passed in front of the dock and the fishing was great in that area. Also, we had a great time using the kayaks that are there. There is a bit of a climb to get to and from the dock and house but you can expect that with most properties in the same location. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Lake House
Great house by the lake that was tucked away from town. There is another bigger rental house next door, but we had no issues. House is well stocked. Bathroom is super small, but we made it work. VRBO had higher fees, so book through Evolve.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

J C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot to relax after a busy day
The description and previous reviews were spot on. There were more things available to us than I expected (campfire forks, kitchen items as examples) which was a pleasant surprise and made our stay even more comfortable. When I discovered measuring spoons and cups missing, the owners were incredibly quick to get some over to the house even though it wasn't urgent to me. Little things like that make a good stay a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and plenty of room
Bathroom could be bigger, not much room to move. Lots of extras cleaning supplies, plenty of dishes. 1 complaint extra linens was in main bedroom dresser which took up the room we needed. Too many remotes. Over all wonder place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful cabin!!!
The cabin was beautiful and had everything you could ask for. We left Belgian waffle mix and some syrup the waffle maker was awesome!! Long walk down to the river so if you have bad knees or are disabled and you want to fish this isn’t the spot for you. We caught catfish bream and white bass right off the dock. But overall we got our workout in!! Over 75 steps coming up from the water but it was beautiful!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rebekah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice place
Nice place. Not too far from Hot Springs. Very clean, cool, comfortable. I only gave property manager communication two stars because I never spoke to property manager. They use Evolve. I won’t be booking another property where I can’t easily speak to the owner. It’s just personal preference. Evolve did fine. They answered my questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023