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Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River

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TV, fireplace, books
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River

ESCAPE THE CROWDS to the Great Outdoors!

Sky Hawk Ridge is place of extraordinary beauty, a 185-acre natural refuge at the gateway to Buffalo River National Park. This stunning vacation home is only five years old and sparkling clean! Farmhouse Style on the outside, bright and open inside. The cabin is nestled in the forest and affords a lovely view of a wooded hollow and distant mountain peaks beyond. The expansive, private-park setting at Sky Hawk is shared with just three other cabins.

THE LAND

When you stay at Sky Hawk Ridge, you won't stay inside for long. Roam the land and discover the wonders of this beautiful landscape. Enjoy misty morning walks through dew-covered fields. Watch golden sunsets over Ozark Mountains. When you walk along Sky Hawk's long ridge, you see up the Buffalo River Valley to layered green hillsides and distant blue ridge lines. You see rolling meadows with sentinel oaks, cattle grazing in lush pastures, deep green woods -- nature's beauty at every turn.

Explore miles of private trails that wind through dense forests and beside crystal streams. Wildlife is everywhere -- deer, turkey, fox, owls, songbirds, and all sorts of woodland creatures. Be dazzled by spring flowers, blue summer skies, rich fall colors, or foggy winter mornings. Sky Hawk Ridge is a nature-lover's paradise all year long.

LOCATION

Sky Hawk is just off US 65 on the north side of the Buffalo River. Restaurants, canoe rentals and river access points at Grinders Ferry, Gilbert and Tyler Bend are less than ten minutes away, but at Sky Hawk you’re secluded and surrounded by natural beauty -- away from it all.

The entrance is on the Gilbert Road (Hwy. 333), just 0.4 mile east of US 65. Two-tenths mile from the entry, across from an open meadow, a driveway leads down through the woods to a metal-roofed cabin with cedar siding, naturally weathered to blend with the surrounding landscape.

Sky Hawk Ridge has 3/4 mile of park frontage, and the Buffalo River Trail is just steps from the property corner. The park trail leads about a mile down to a long, wide gravel bar at Shine Eye Bluff -- the perfect spot to picnic, swim, fish or enjoy a lazy afternoon. (Shine Eye is also accessible by road, a five-minute drive.)

ACCOMMODATIONS

Completed in October 2018, this comfortable home has plenty of room for your family or three couples. Stunning architecture and tasteful furnishings make the house memorable in its own right. High ceilings and large windows in every room let you see forest and sky all around. The interior is sunny and uplifting, like the great outdoors. There’s a two-story living room with a towering slate fireplace, a full-size dining room, two private bedrooms, and two spacious bathrooms with walk-in glass showers. In the sunny, tree-top loft overlooking the living room, there’s a queen size bed and sleeper-sofa with a comfortable memory-foam mattress.

There are four homes at Sky Hawk Ridge: VRBO listings 1005119, 2844541, and 3613801.) Houses are spaced 500-1,200 feet apart, allowing plenty of separation for everyone's privacy. The land is for all to enjoy, so feel free to discover what lies around the bend.

Sky Hawk Ridge has the finest vacation homes anywhere near the Buffalo River. It's at the center of everything but peaceful and secluded. There are gorgeous views all around. 185 acres of natural beauty are yours to explore. Book your vacation today. You’ll love this place!

Property manager

Lori Dean

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside home. Smoker's Pole on deck.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1933 sq ft (180 sq m)

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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

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
Note from host: Pet Fee: $20/night + tax.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids love it here!

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact Host for details. Extra fees may apply.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

Awesome New Sky Hawk Ridge ... 185-acre Refuge Buffalo River

About the neighborhood

Map
St Joe, AR

What's nearby

  • Buffalo National River - 3 min drive
  • Collier Homestead - 8 min drive
  • Tyler Bend Visitor Center - 11 min drive
  • Tyler Bend Recreation Area - 12 min drive
  • Buffalo River State Park - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergusons Country Store & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Big Springs Trading Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gilbert Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Kitchen and Cottages - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Craw Billygs Seafood Boil & Bar-B-Q - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Collier Homestead and Tyler Bend Visitor Center. Tyler Bend Recreation Area is 5.6 mi (9 km) away.

Awesome Home at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 114 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great property, amazing house, nice location. This was our second time staying here and it wouldn't be our last!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B., El Dorado, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place close to Buffalo River
Second time staying here. Beautiful luxe cabin in a very private location. Floated the river one day. Drove to Blanchard Springs Caverns for cave tour another day. Don’t miss the giant cinnamon rolls at Ferguson’s (2 minutes away). Skylark Cafe in Leslie has the best pies and cakes in the state (and huge selection). Always wanted to go to a drive-in movie theatre? One in Marshall just down the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M., Ozark, Missouri USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Skyhawk getaway!
The family ALWAYS relaxes when we stay here. We come away from private restful, unspoiled family time with no contact or care for the world. Peaceful , quiet setting. First class accommodation. This is our 4th stay on the property and the 2nd in this home. Will be visiting for years to come. Best, Jeff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting and updated
Great location next to a few restaurants, smoked meats and store. Bathrooms and shower were great, beds comfortable and beautiful overall. Lots of wildlife viewing. Only thing we would change is to cut down more trees to take advantage of the view. Loved it, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel Micah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Float Trip
Highly recommend. Property was exactly as described and well stocked. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
The place is absolutely spectacular with amazing views and everything you need for a beautiful experience. The host are great and take care of everything. Best property on the Buffalo River. Definitely stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eclipse weekend
What an appropriate place to view the total eclipse from the deck of this magnificent cabin! Everyone had a great time. Hiking and going down to the Buffalo River was fun. The area is nature at its best. This was our second stay at Skyhawk Ridge. There will be another!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Davis and Newton Family Adventure
We absolutely enjoyed the property. With our young kids we felt extremely comfortable and safe with them roaming about so us parents actually got to relax! We loved it so much that we are currently looking to return back to the property in June.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
We had a great Spring Break at Sky Hawk Ridge. The house was perfect in every way! We roamed the trails, enjoyed a campfire, and even saw some deer! I would recommend this property and will stay there again when visiting this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
We loved everything about the cabin. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
It was nice to find a place with so much space and nature around it. Also was able to bring 2 dogs with owner’s permission. Lots of places only allow one. Clean and comfortable with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent as always!
This is our 3rd stay at Skyhawk Ridge. Can’t say enough about how much we enjoy it there. The cabin was pristine, we had a great time. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 🎄
Great visit with family at this property. Wonderful house and wonderful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

wylie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Relaxing and private, would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

craig s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantasic
Clean, comfortable, well-designed cabin. Alot of privacy, even with 3 cabins on property. Views are great, especially the Buffalo River!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pratyusha Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and pristine house!
My husband and I stayed for the weekend with our dog. Lovely and clean house, very well maintained with all the necessary amenities. Communication was great with the owner as well. The hiking trails on the property could have used more up keep. Bug spray is absolutely necessary. Otherwise fantastic place right next to buffalo river. highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
What a beautiful property and cabin! So convenient for a float trip down the Buffalo!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trista L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, Modern, & Well-Appointed
We had a great stay at this property visiting the Buffalo River and exploring the National Forest. The cabin is absolutely stunning and cozy. Worked very well for our family. All the amenities we needed were on hand which simplified things very much. Host dropped off a pet basket at check-in and offered a neighboring basement property for shelter in case of bad weather, which was expected while we were there. We will be back this fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Had a great stay at this clean home in the woods. It had everything we needed for our family. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
The location, property and owner were all excellent. Very clean, comfortable and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Atlanta, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern Cabin in the Woods
This beautiful modern cabin was amazing. Nestled on the side of hill, we felt like we were in a treehouse. It was just a couple of miles from the Buffalo river where you could rent canoes and kayaks or just hang out on the gravel bar and watch the cliff jumpers, which is what we did. We loved it. The cabin was perfect. They do charge extra if you have more than 6 people. We had 7. The sofa bed was not very comfy, but we took that queen mattress out and put it on top of an air mattress we brought and it was great. All other beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had all that we needed. We did use the grill, but it had two propane tanks. There are restaurants close by and a Dollar General also. We had a great stay and would highly recommend this cabin. There are two other cabins on this property and more being built. You still have privacy because the property is so big. We loved walked the trails on the property and meeting other renters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason J., New orleans, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Summer Getaway
The property was awesome, beautiful! Only wish we gave ourselves more time to explore it! The cabin was awesome and came with a lot of ammenties to help make our stay fulfilling. Barbecuing and the campfires we were able to do right outside the cabin was so surreal. Especially, under the late night sky. Truly, can't wait to come back to this location during the winter! Ron, Donna, and Lori are all amazing as well! Great communicators and very respectful of their guests privacy. Such an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Awesome place to stay. Very nice. Hosts were very responsive. Would definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Absolutely amazing! The cabin is beautiful. The hosts have done an incredible job in creating and intentionally designing the place. We had everything we needed. The porch and views were so lovely. Location is perfect and so close to the river. We will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P., FAYETTEVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
We could not have been more impressed with Skyhawks cabin. It was the perfect balance of calm and energizing. It’s was immaculately clean, very well appointed and the bed was so comfortable. The location makes it super-easy to get to any of the middle Buffalo river float sites. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023