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Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
TV, fireplace
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace

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Mount Ida, AR
  • Popular LocationOuachita National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwin Creek1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Ouachita15 min walk
  • AirportHot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)41 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita!

Welcome to our 4 bedroom cottage, on 5 wooded acres close to Twin Creek Recreation area, Lake Ouachita. There are two master bedrooms, each with deck space. (Ask about the other units for rent if you need beds for more than 14 guests.) There is a charcoal grill, a covered picnic area, fire pit, and gazebo swing. There are hiking and biking trails, crystal mines, and riding stables nearby. The historic city of Hot Springs is just a 30 minutes away.

The property has a secluded feel without being remote, so you will have cell phone reception, high speed internet and premium cable. It's 7 miles to a food store and restaurants in Mount Ida, 30 minutes drive to Historic Hot Springs, 10 minutes to riding stables near Mountain Harbor, 5 minutes to access to the Ouachita Vista Hiking biking trails, and Shangri La Resort on the lake whose diner is revered for it's homemade pies. Best location in the area!
LOCALS: Locals must communicate with the host prior to booking.

CHECK-IN: Check-in time is 4pm or after. If early check-in is required, please confirm with host prior to booking using the Airbnb app messenger. If early check-in is possible, Guest agrees to pay a $25 early check-in fee for each extended hour of stay.

CHECK-OUT: Check out time is 11am. In order for the cleaner to have time to properly prepare for the next guest, we ask that guests have checked out by this time. Guests are to leave keys as required in the House Manual. Check-out is defined as all guests and personal property being completely off of the property with keys in the required location. Guest agrees to pay a $75 fine if not checked out by the specified check out time.

If late check-out is required, please confirm with host prior to booking using the Airbnb app messenger. If late check-out is approved by host, the Guest agrees to pay a $25 late check-out fee for each extended hour of stay.

MAXIMUM OCCUPANTS: Only the specific number of guests noted in the booking are allowed on premises, unless approved in writing by host/manager. If Guest exceeds the occupancy noted in the reservation, all guests and/or visitors to the Property will be immediately evicted without refund for unused days remaining. Guest also agrees to pay a charge of $100 per person/ per day for every visitor not identified by Guest in the reservation.

AGE: You must be 21 years of age or older at time of booking in order to reserve this Property. Guest confirms that he/she is older than 21.

SHOES: Guests shall remove shoes when inside home.

SMOKING FEE: Guest agrees to pay a $1,000.00/ per day Smoke Damage Cleaning Fee if any sign or smell of smoke is encountered by host/manager or cleaning crew after guest checks out. This fee will cover costs to remove odors from the home, and lost revenue during cleaning.

PETS: There are to be no pets on the Property - except with prior written authorization of host. There will be a $20 per pet fee to cover the cost of extra cleaning, to be determined by the cleaning professional. We offer a friendly, clean space to all our guests, please help us maintain this by picking up all waste and discarding it in the outside trash bins. Please do not allow pets on the furniture. Guests who bring a pet or pets without approval will be charged a $300 Pet Fee and will be immediately evicted from the Property without refund for remaining days on reservation..

EVENTS/ VENDORS: No Events. Any vendors entering the Property are prohibited.

REPORTING DAMAGE: Guest agrees to keep the Property in same condition throughout their stay. Any damage to furnishings, fixtures, or furniture or other notable conditions found upon arrival will be reported to the Host/Manager within one (1) hour of Occupancy.

DAMAGE: Guest agrees to pay any damage made by guests or their visitors to the Property and Property furnishings, fixtures, or furniture. Guest agrees to pay for any damage made by guests or visitors that exceeds the deposit amount.

ENTERING PREMISES: Host, or Host's Agent may enter the Property at any time, with no prior notice, in the event of an emergency, in order to perform necessary repairs and/or maintenance; and with 24 hours’ notice, for normal maintenance.

ITEMS LEFT BEHIND: Host shall not be liable or responsible for personal items left behind, lost or stolen. If you leave an item after checking out and wish to have it returned, message Host/ Manager as soon as possible and we will arrange for shipment. We will inform you of the shipping cost and with your approval, charge the credit card on file to cover the expense.

ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES: Illegal substances are strictly prohibited and grounds for immediate eviction from the Property. You, your guests and visitors, agree that any drug use on the Property, or using the Property for any unlawful purpose, or violation of any law or ordinance on or about the Property will immediately terminate your occupancy and be grounds for immediate eviction from the Property. You shall be liable for any and all costs incurred by Host and the refund will not be provided for the remaining balance of your stay.

LIABILITY: Host shall not be liable to Guest, its guests or invitees or any other person for any injury, loss or damage to any person or property on or about the Property. Guest shall hold Host harmless and indemnify Host from and against all loss, injury or damage occasioned by the use or misuse or abuse of any part of the Property and from or against any omission, neglect, or default of Guests, or invitees.

LOSS OF USE: Guest agrees to pay any documented loss of host income created by Guest violating house rules.

KEY REPLACEMENT: Costs to replace any lost or damaged keys is $25 per key.

FOOD: We ask guests to kindly dispose of food in the available trash can. Garbage disposal is for small food remnants only. If garbage disposal is damaged or clogged by guest, Guest agrees to be charged for a plumber’s time to un-clog or install a new garbage disposal (if needed). No eating of food in any bedroom.

CHANGING OF LOCKS: Guest shall not re-key or change out door locks/ door hardware under any circumstances.

COMPLAINTS FROM NEIGHBORS: We want all of our guests are to be respectful of neighbors, and shall keep noise to a minimum while in back or front yards. Quiet time is 10pm to 8am. Any disturbance triggering a visit by police will require immediate eviction of all guests from Property. No refund will be given for the unused portion of the guests stay.

KITCHEN ITEMS: All items in kitchen including silverware, pots/pans, spices, flatware, etc. have been counted, and any item removed from premises will be charged to the guest.

LINENS: Please be respectful of bed sheets and towels. Makeup/foundation, face medications/creams, and tanning products will stain and/or bleach linens/towels. Please avoid using regular hand/bath towels with all skin products. Guests are not to wash laundry belonging to the home in order to hide stains. Housekeeping will wash all laundry. Un-salvageable linens/bath towels will be charged to the guest.

MOVING FURNITURE: Indoor and outdoor furniture is not to be re-arranged. Dragging chairs/tables on hardwood floors will leave scratches on hardwood.

ADDITIONAL CLEANING FEES: At sole discretion of host, an additional cleaning fee of $90 can be charged if additional cleanup is required that goes above the standard cleaning.

Property manager

Steven

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

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

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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 are allowed on site
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
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
Sleep up to 21 at Lake Ouachita
Big Cottage Sleeps 21 Close to Lake Ouachita!
Big Cottage sleeps up to 21 close to Lake Ouachita!
Big Cottage, Close to Lake Ouachita! Sleeps up to 21 Mount Ida
215215

About the neighborhood

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this vacation home is 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.

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Twin Creek - 1 min walk
  • Lake Ouachita - 15 min walk
  • Nirvana Star Farms - 14 min drive
  • Wegner Crystal Mines - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri La Resort - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Point 28 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Colonial Grocery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jenn's Specialty Foods - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita. Twin Creek is just steps away.

Big Cottage, sleeps 21 close to Lake Ouachita! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times
Plenty of room and dishes to cook with. Privacy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large House, Conveniently Located
Great spot for enjoying the lake and crystal digging. Off the main road, so very peaceful. We rented all the cabins from the host and were able to house 30 family members comfortably. A couple of things to be aware of - there are only 2 full baths and they accessible only through bedrooms. There is another small toilet in a open bedroom, but doesn't have a door - only a curtain, which reduces its usefulness considerably. House could use some maintenance, including some pest control and door knobs kept falling off. A couple of mattresses weren't very comfortable. I believe it's priced accordingly though. It was a great value for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D., Shreveport, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Convenient and clean!
Loved this cabin! Clean with plenty of room and beds. Very peaceful and quiet and very close to the lake, especially Ouachita Shores and Shangri-la resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer Fun
It’s was our second time staying at this rental. House was very clean and well stocked!! Plenty of room. Outside porch could use a refresher on chairs and cleanliness. Looks like it’s a forgotten part of the house and a storage area for broken chairs. All that being said we played baggo in the front and didn’t use the porch. We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to the lake
Very convenient location for a lake trip, affordable place to stay with plenty space for family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL PLACE!
Everything was lovely. The setting was comfortable and there was plenty of space for the 13 of us. There were extra pillows, blankets and towels! We will be back next year! There is a hometown grocery store about 10 minutes down the road and a pizza joint that had wonderful pizza! We rented a pontoon on Hamilton and it was about a 30 minute drive. Had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was excellent and the host was awesome went out of his to make our stay the best.
The process was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
August stay in Mt. Ida
We enjoyed our stay in this rental. Everything we needed was provided. Plenty of room for 13 of us. Potential renters need to be aware that all of the baths are accessible through a bedroom. Wasn’t a problem for us since we were all family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and quirky
My family enjoyed hanging out in the large, open living room- dining- kitchen area and playing card games or just talking. We had ample room to sleep comfortably in the bedrooms and pullout couch. The “rocket ship” looking shower was neat and the porch areas by the bedrooms were nice for quite relaxation time. The swing in the back was bonus! It was fun and peaceful to swing while admiring the beautiful nature surrounding the home.