Summary:
If it's time for a peaceful getaway in the Ozarks, & this charming cottage in the woods is for you. The Big Pine Holler is tucked away on 10.55 acres of untouched land surrounded by old-growth trees, wildlife, a small pond, and the sounds of nature! Located just 1-mile from Beaver Lake, 2-miles from War Eagle Cavern, and 3.5-miles from Hobbs State Park our cottage is great for those who desire a trip full of fishing, kayaking, hiking, and/or biking.
The Space:
Highlights:
★ Located on 10.55 acres of land.
★ 1 mile from Beaver Lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, etc.
★ 2 miles to War Eagle Cavern.
★ 3.5 miles from Hobbs State Park visitors entrance - several trails for hiking and biking.
★ Lofted, semi-private bedroom with Queen-size bed.
★ Hot tub!
★ Sound system throughout the home.
★ 2 wood-fired fire pits.
★ Gas-powered grill.
★ Hammock in the front yard - perfect relaxation spot.
★ 55-inch Smart TV.
★ Satellite Wi-Fi (can be unpredictable).
★ Landline available for phone calls.
★ Fully equipped kitchen.
★ Variety of board games.
★ Professionally designed by a local mother & daughter duo specializing in short-term rental designs.
★ Extra linens and towels during your stay.
★ Washer + dryer available for all guest use!
★ Pet-friendly with a small fee.
Escape it all at the Big Pine Holler Cottage! Upon entry, you'll be greeted by a beautiful front porch perfect for enjoying the views. Inside, our open concept living space has a Smart TV, recliner, and a comfy sofa that doubles as a Queen-size pullout bed. After a day spent enjoying Arkansas' beautiful outdoor activities & adventures, enjoy dinner from the grill around either of our two wood-burning firepits or our outdoor dining area. Inside, you can unwind with your favorite movies and shows on our 55-inch Smart TV. Our fully equipped kitchen, complete with the essentials, is the ideal place for whipping up a country-style breakfast for you and your crew!
Sleeps up to four guests with (2) in our upstairs loft bedroom, complete with a Queen bed & blackout curtain & (2) on our downstairs Queen sleeper sofa. Our home is newly renovated with a fully equipped kitchen, brand new bathroom & laundry area, cozy living room with Smart TV, 2 fire pits, outdoor dining space, and a hot tub!
The Queen bedroom is lofted atop the living space, complete with a plush Queen-size bed, luxury linens and bedding, thoughtfully curated decor, and windows that cover the space in natural light. At nighttime, utilize our blackout curtains for a great night's sleep. A privacy wall provides separation from the bedroom and the main living area. Accessed by a spiral staircase.
Outside is where it's at - complete with a front porch with seating, TWO wood-burning fire pits, outdoor dining patio area with sun-blocking umbrella, gas-powered grill, brand new deck with a hot tub and 10.55 acres of land! Shaded by large pine trees, our outdoor space will be the perfect spot to spend time with your crew.
Please note that access to our home is via a rural dirt road. While most vehicles will be fine and high clearance vehicles are not required, please be aware our home is certainly off the beaten path (which is a part of its charm!). Also please note that it is in the middle of the woods and there will be mosquitos and chiggers during the summer times along with the possibility of spotting wild animals. We highly recommend bringing bug spray during the summer!
Guest Access:
Guest Access and Amenities:
Guests will have access to the entire pictured house except the garage, all appliances, any kitchen supplies, and all amenities. We provide amenities in the bathrooms, kitchen, and laundry room with enough to get you started on your trip. We do not provide excess for more than a couple of days' worth, and guests are responsible for purchasing these items for personal use if they run out during their stay. Exterior cameras may be at the property for security purposes.
The Neighborhood:
Expectations:
This is a rural area with a dirt road leading off the main road to the cottage.
Recommendations:
Restaurants - Check hours and days ahead of time:
Bean Palace at War Eagle Mill – breakfast/lunch – Rogers (5 miles)
Jaclyn’s Kitchen – breakfast/lunch – Prairie Creek (12 miles)
Havana Tropical Grill (Cuban lunch/dinner) – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Parkside Public – lunch (burgers, sandwiches, salads) – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Sam’s Old Tyme Hamburgers (burgers/BBQ) – Downtown Rogers (16 miles)
Moonbroch Brewing Company – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Rockin’ Pig Saloon – BBQ – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Sparky’s Roadhouse – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Thai House – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Local Flavor Café – brunch, dinner – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Bombadil’s Café – dinner – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Creole Girls Café – lunch/dinner – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Take 5 Bistro – lunch dinner – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
SkyBar Gourmet Pizza -4 th floor of Crescent Hotel – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Three Birds Café – breakfast, lunch – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Le Stick Nouveau – dinner only – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Cottage Inn – dinner only – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Coffee Shop (all serve light meals):
Reverie Coffee & Teahouse – Prairie Creek (12 miles)
Onyx Coffee Lab – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Iron Horse Coffee Company – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Eureka Springs Coffee House – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Groceries:
Chana’s Corner Gas Station – small items – Huntsville (9 miles)
Clify General Store Gas Station – small items – Clifty (10 miles)
Dollar General – Prairie Creek (12 miles)
Harp’s Food Store – Downtown Rogers (17 miles)
Neighborhood Walmart – Rogers (18 miles)
Super Walmart – Rogers (19 miles)
Hart’s Family Center Grocery – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Eureka Market – health food – (20 miles)
Night Life:
Eureka Live – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Chelsea’s Corner Café – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Rowdy Beaver – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Sightseeing:
War Eagle Cavern – Rogers (2 miles)
War Eagle Mill – Rogers (5 miles)
Turpentine Creek Big Cat Rescue – Eureka Springs (12 miles)
Eureka Springs – shopping/eating/history – (20 miles)
Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway lunch ride – Eureka Springs (21 miles)
1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa – haunted (ghost tours)/historical hotel – Eureka Springs (21.5 miles)
Blue Spring Heritage Center – Eureka Springs (27 miles)
Bentonville Square & Walmart Museum – Bentonville (23 miles)
Crystal Bridges Museum of Art – Bentonville (24 miles)
Recreation:
Beaver Lake – fishing/canoeing/kayaking (1 mile)
Hobbs State Park – trails/biking/hiking – Rogers (3.5 miles)
3B Off Road Park – UTVing/side by sides – Eureka Springs (16 miles)
Arkansas Razorback Greenway and trails – Bentonville start (24 miles)
Shopping :
Downtown Eureka Springs – (20 miles)
Pinnacle Hills Promenade Mall – Rogers (21 miles)
Breweries/Wineries
Gotahold Brewery – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Eureka Springs Brewery – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Keels Creek Winery – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Railway Winery – Eureka Springs/Holiday Island (31 miles)
FoxTrail Distillery – Rogers (21 miles)
Hawkmoth Brewing – Rogers (16 miles)
Ozark Beer Company – Rogers (16 miles)
New Province Brewing – Rogers (18 miles)
Natural State Beer Company – Rogers (21 miles)
Other:
Medical – MedExpress Urgent Care – Rogers (18 miles)
Medical – Eureka Springs Hospital – Eureka Springs (20 miles)
Medical – Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas – Rogers (21 miles)
Medical – Washington Regional – Fayetteville (22 miles)
Medical – Arkansas Children’s Northwest Medical – Springdale (27 miles)
Getting Around:
Please note that access to our home is via a rural dirt road. While most vehicles will be fine and high clearance vehicles are not required, please be aware our home is certainly off the beaten path (which is a part of its charm!). Also please note that it is in the middle of the woods and there will be mosquitos and chiggers during the summer times along with the possibility of spotting wild animals. We highly recommend bringing bug spray during the summer!
Other Things to Note:
House Rules Strictly Enforced:
- Check-in is any time after 3:00 PM.
- No parties or events are allowed unless your request was pre-arranged with us, the host, and our event fee has been paid. If an un-approved party or event is discovered, you will be fined $1000.
- This property only allows dogs, with a maximum of 3, and requires a fee of $90 per dog to be paid prior to your stay. Dogs discovered at the property without prior notice or cats discovered at the property will incur a fine of $400.
- Unauthorized checkout delays will incur a fine of $100 per hour.
- This is a non-smoking home. If you smoke in the home, you will be fined $1000 plus the cost of any smoke remediation necessary.
- There is spotty cell service here, so be sure to connect to Wifi & feel free to use our landline for any calls.
- The road up to the house is a dirt road, please be cautious if riding a motorcycle.
- We have two fire pits available for guest use. Please make sure all fires are completely put out before leaving them unattended and wood is only gathered from the designated wood storage area.
- Extra linens can be found in the two standing armoires. There is one upstairs & one downstairs. Linens for the Queen sleeper sofa are kept in the downstairs armoire.
- USE CAUTION WHEN GOING UPSTAIRS. There is a very low beam at the top of the stairs. We have signs as well as foam over the beam, but still, use caution.
