Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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January 2025

February 2025

Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking available

Gym

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Cascadia, AR

Greers Ferry Lake
1 min walk
Little Red River
1 min walk
Fairfield Bay Marina
61 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Pathway from circle drive to side entrance

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

The perfect escape from civilization ... Moon Shadow Lodge is set deep in a primeval forest ... mystical and magical in all four seasons ... perfect for friends ... lovers ... honeymooners ... family reunions ... church groups ... business associates ... film makers and nature lovers.

The Lodge is set between two cascading waterfalls that flow into Water Step Cove after every rain. It is surrounded by a gated wilderness of 250 private acres and rises out of the ground on a solid foundation of Ozark native stone with white cedar logs and huge insulated picture windows framing a panoramic view of our beautiful Greers Ferry Lakefront. Here is where you can find Seclusion, Tranquility, Luxury, Adventure and Excitement in our Enchanted Emerald Forest!

With 2800 square feet of interior floor space and 1800 square feet of decks and covered breezeways ... the Lodge has a total of 4600 square feet of enjoyable spaces ... like a giant treehouse.
Greers Ferry Lake is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the Ozark Mountains ... spread across two counties in north central Arkansas ... with pristine waters for swimming, skiing, scuba diving and world class fishing,

ON THE ROAD TO PARADISE
Your adventure begins the moment you turn left off scenic Alum Cave Road and arrive at the gated entrance to the Cascadia Wilderness ... framing an incredible view of Greers Ferry Lake ... 500 feet (50 stories) below ... with the Ozark Mountain Highlands rising in the distance.

After passing through the gate you will descend down the terraces of Cascadia Pass ... through one mile of jungle like terrain ... winding slopes with panoramic views ... until you arrive at Moon Shadow Lodge and Water Step Cove ... a remote paradise ... a 5 Star operation ... check out our reviews since we opened for business in 2016.

The Cascadia Wilderness is ideal for hiking, mountain biking and four wheeling with a network of woodland trails to explore ... along the lake ... through mountain passes ... and deep down in shady hollows ... put on a bandana ... and follow the trails ...in any season you will have a blast. Be safe and respect the forest!

Why travel overseas when you can enjoy an exotic and luxurious waterfront lodge... near the center of the USA!

Disappear into the emerald forests of the Ozark Mountains ... hide out in the Arkansas Highlands ... remote, relaxing, luxurious and fun.

The calming effect is amazing!! Become one with Nature!

Enjoy the blazing summer sunsets, scarlet moonlights and stellar constellations ... listen to an incredible chorus of birds, insects, whispering winds, rustling leaves, lapping waves and trickling waters. On a clear night you should turn off the lights ... sit on the deck and enjoy the sensations.

On a stormy night you can often just turn off the lights to watch a spectacular lightning show over the lake ... and then go hiking with a camera the next morning to check out the waterfalls.

With a good camera, some good hiking or climbing shoes, a backpack, bug spray and a tall walking stick ... you will completely forget about your smart phone or tablet!

The Lodge is nestled deep in a hollow between mountain and lake ... with a heavenly place to swim, fish, dive, boat ... or just relax on a big flat rock to catch the brilliant sunsets lighting up the sky.

On either side of Water Step Cove lies Moon Shadow Beach ... with a beautiful view of Sugarloaf Island National Trail rising out of the lake to the east ... and the brilliant sunsets that slowly disappear behind Choctaw Ridge to the west. The soft shale beach is interspersed with stacks of wide flat rocks making it easy to step or dive into the clear blue water.

Instead of sea shells ... here you can hunt for magical "Aetites," the Greek word for Eaglestones. These unusual looking stones ... a mixture of iron, sand and clay ... were once rented as magic amulets to pregnant ladies by sorcerers in ancient pagan times to protect their unborn child from the evil demoness with many names ... such as Lilith or Gello. Some stones are quite interesting, beautiful and useful as ashtrays or baby shower gifts.

The pictures fail to fully illustrate the beauty of the Lodge and it's incredible setting ... so we created a face book page for "Moon Shadow Lodge" where you can go to learn more about this special place ... or share photographs and post stories about your exotic experience in this Ozark Mountain Paradise.

A prior world record Walleye was caught not far from the Lodge ... and below the John F. Kennedy Dam on the Little Red River you will find world record Trout!

To learn more about the lake check out this site:
http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/water-activities/lakes-rivers/lake.aspx?id=7

Our goal is to make your stay unforgettable ... and if you find it difficult to leave ... we have 3 acre lots for sale on Paradise Lane and smaller lots on Alum Cave Road ... all with panoramic views of the lake, the mountains and the forest. Check out the map. I would be more than happy to take you on a tour.

Scenic Points:
Ozark Mountain Highlands
Greers Ferry Lake
Sugarloaf Island National Trail
Choctaw and Sugarloaf Marinas
Alum Cave & Panoramic Overlook
Moon Shadow Beach
Waterstep Cove
Palisades Ridge Four Wheeler Trails
White River
Buffalo National River
Little Red River
Cadron Creek
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
Mountain Ranch Golf Club

The Moon Shadow Lodge is located about 70 miles north of Little Rock, Arkansas in Van Buren County ... and roughly 15 miles from the county seat of Clinton ... site of the National Chuck Wagon Races.

During your stay at this lodge, you're just a quick walk from Greers Ferry Lake. You'll find features such as a gym, 1 hot tub and an arcade/games room.

Free WiFi
Amenities include a terrace
On-site recreation includes a gym
Steps from Greers Ferry Lake and Little Red River

Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge offers its guests Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bee Branch lodge.

Property manager

Dugan King

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Games
Gym
Kayak
Music library
Spa tub
Stereo
Table tennis

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Beach towels
Firepit
In the mountains
On a lake
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Terrace

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No more than two pets per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: The dungeon sleeps six ... perfect for kids.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Lodge

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Cascadia

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Lodge

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Cascadia

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Lodge

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow

Greers Ferry Lake Ozark Mountain Paradise Moon Shadow Lodge

Ozark Mountain Paradise Greers Ferry Lake Moon Shadow Lodge

Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Shaho A.

2 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

1 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Thanksgiving at Moon Shadow Lodge

We just returned from a wonderful Thanksgiving week at Moon Shadow Lodge. We loved the seclusion and quiet! Dugan made the entire process very easy and is excellent with his communication. Dugan has a beautiful home which was great for the five of us - two adults and three teenagers (16, 16, and 18). The kids absolutely loved the dungeon and played many games of pool. We also brought our PlayStation and they were able to easily connect it to the TV in the dungeon. My husband and I enjoyed the fact that the master bedroom is located away from the other bedrooms. It was nice to have our own little escape. The views from the great room were our favorite though and we spent a lot of time in there. We cooked all our meals at the lodge including Thanksgiving dinner! We found that we liked the Neighborhood Walmart in Conway better than the larger Walmart in Clinton even though it’s a bit farther. The Dollar Tree in Clinton was extremely helpful though on Thanksgiving morning when we found that we had forgotten a few things. The boys loved exploring the property and took some incredible pictures from the overhang. We took many hikes and loved being in the midst of all the beauty around us. One thing worth noting that Dugan doesn’t mention is that the cell service and WiFi are incredible. We had excellent service the entire time we were there even though we felt like we were tucked away in the woods. It came in handy with teenagers. It was a wonderful vacation!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi F.

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

Had a great time! Never could find any waterfalls though!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

8 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

True Respite

A true escape from the daily life and full immersion into nature. Loved everything about this place! We look forward to returning with other family members. The water is beautifully clear. The hiking paths are a great way to get exercise while enjoying the surrounding nature! Loved it!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kati H.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding at the barn

We had a wonderful stay. Great location and great views. I love that it was stocked with essentials. One suggestion would be to fix the bunks downstairs from squeaking so bad. My kids loved the bunks but didn’t care for the noise they made when they climbed in and out.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent family lake get away

Fantastic cove on the lake with some of the easiest lake access on the lake. House has everything you need or want. The drive to the house is worth it! Will do it again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher R.

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Moon Shadow

Best cabin on the lake! 10/10

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacia C.

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

Excellent stay for the weekend. Property was perfect. Hope to stay again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Getaway

This was a great property for a large family with a couple of places for large groups and many areas to sit and enjoy the quiet alone. It is a bit of a drive back to the property, which for us was perfect. There are lots of things to do such as sitting around the fire, kayaking, hiking, etc. The downstairs game room was a hit for the everyone. I would definitely recommend this VRBO.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James E., Walker Louisiana

12 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Secluded

We wanted nothing more from the scenery, and the cabin. The area and the views are both beautiful, and the well stocked cabin was breathtaking. From the dungeon game room and large balcony to the beaches and native rocks there was always something to do for fun. The only thing I would suggest is to place more emphasis on how rugged and steep the road to the cabin is, and terrain around the cabin. You will not be disappointed with this place.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

12 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot to relax

We went as a group and thoroughly enjoyed both the indoors and outdoors. A lot of space inside and so much area to roam outdoors. Very secluded and cozy while still being close enough to town to pick up goods if needed. Would definitely go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

28 May 2024

Secluded

We elected this remote cabin in Arkansas for our summary get away with family and friends. The cabin is situated between two streams looking out at a beautiful lake. It takes about 10 minutes from the main gate to travel on the graded road that winds around, and up and down (both vehicles, 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive, did fine even with the rain showers). The owner allowed us to charge our Tesla, too! There was plenty of room for the seven of us especially with 3 bathrooms (one on each floor). We enjoyed hiking (around the cabin, Mt. Nebo and Petit Jean), kayaking, roasting marshmallows, and playing games. Overall, it was a great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Private and relaxing

My wife and I wanted a quiet place in the woods all to ourselves, and Moon Shadow Lodge was ideal. The lodge made us feel like we were in a treehouse in the forest canopy, and we enjoyed sitting on the deck watching all the birds and looking out over the lake. We also enjoyed hiking on the nearby Turtle Trail where we saw some turtles. We kayaked on the lake, went swimming, took naps in our hammock, watched movies on the big couch in the living room, played pool in the downstairs game room, and soaked in the jacuzzi tub upstairs. Everything was wonderful!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey L.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow!

This place is amazing! Coffee on that deck overlooking the lake just hits differently. Everything you need. Kids loved it. They enjoyed the lake and outdoors during the day and had the whole downstairs to relax at night. Very nice place!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

19 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place overall

This place is wonderful! This cabin itself is beautiful. We enjoyed the game room and spent every night playing games with a fire burning in the fireplace. Mornings on the deck with coffee were nice too. There is a great view. It's a relatively easy walk to the water but it is not just a simple walk out the back door. Bring your own fishing poles. We forgot to grab ours and were sad about it. The roads coming in are not for the inexperienced. You want to come in when it's daylight and pay attention to the signs! My only real gripe is about the hot tub. It's a garden tub with jets in the upstairs bathroom. I was told it fills with filtered well water but still had a yellow tint from some mineral left over. I was okay with that but I was not okay with the dirt floating around. I would check your water for dirt before getting in. We'd definitely come back, just no baths next time!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

October

Great

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarryd N.

12 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Lake Home Getaway

This cabin is an awesome getaway at the bottom of a hillside forest. Switchback roads required to get in, but we had two two wheel drive vehicles handle it with no issue. One a Cadillac car. Between the basement game room, canoes, walks up the mountain and along the shore, October playoff baseball, campfire, and good food we planned and bought before getting there- we never left. Dugan was super responsive. House is great. Bathrooms and big walk in showers are great, with blow up mattresses this house could sleep 20. I’m sure this is a Great Lake house in the summer with the water just yards away.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

11 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing 3 story cabin on private cove with trails and everything you could dream of !!!

The owner is amazing, he picked a beautiful piece of lake front property to build a rustic luxury huge cabin, arguably one of the most beautiful homes on the lake, pool table downstairs, a two story fireplace to cuddle up on any floor. A gorgeous wrap around deck, cozy beds, gourmet kitchen, I mean if u didn’t go outside you would have sn amazing vacation but go outside and sit on back porch and look at the lake!! Walk down to the beach and stroll around, it’s all yours !! Be sure to ask for property map, he has all the private trails and points of interest marked on it for you to explore!! It’s a huge piece of land. A week stay and you could not see everything!! The beach access was gorgeous with so many different spots to sunbathe on the rocky cliffs or watch the stars at nite !! We loved this place. Loved it

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

16 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A secluded Paradise

This place is amazing. The photos do not do it justice. As a realtor I would suggest that the owner invest in some professional photos. No doubt this place would stay booked!! There is a beautiful private cove that we spend most of our time in with the kids. The water activities and supplies were an extra bonus. There was plenty of space for our family of 7 with room to spare. The only thing is the store is a good distance away so definitely write a grocery list and prepare for the days ahead. The drive down is a little nerve wracking. We are from the very flat state of Louisiana. Lol. So I was extremely nervous driving my Yukon down the gravel road with the mountain slopes and loose gravel. I wouldn’t suggest it in a car unless you are familiar with how to drive down that type of terrain. We would no doubt stay again and definitely recommend this place to anyone!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place- 2nd time there

We loved this property, it was our 2nd time there in 5 years. Plenty of room for everybody and a great spot on the lake, highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

10 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property and location!

We had a fantastic time at Moonshadow Lodge! Our party included 5 teens and an eight year old. The property was very clean and had everything we could need…we cooked every night and grilled. The kids loved fishing off the property and caught bass, bream, sun perch, and catfish. They also had a blast canoeing and kayaking, swimming, hiking Turtle Trail, and playing pool, ping pong and football. We took a couple days and went trout fishing on the Little Red River and limited out on rainbow trout. We also rented a pontoon boat and took the kids tubing! The view from the lodge is just beautiful! Great responsiveness and communication from the owner and we never had any issues! The kids had an absolute blast and we would rent this place again in a heartbeat! Thanks for sharing this beautiful place!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy C., Franklin, Tn

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Family Weekend

Fabulous time. Beautiful property right on the lake. Stocked with everything you need and then some. Definitely need a 4 wheel drive getting in and out! We had a blast!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evette T.

28 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

The getaway

The house was great. The decor was warm and the views were spectacular. The road getting there was a little rough so 4 wheel drive is recommended especially in the winter.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Traci S., Memphis

7 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing secluded nature retreat plus luxury accommodations!

Moon Shadow Lodge is everything described, and more. The location is amazing - a peaceful lake cove with a walkable gorgeous lakeshore on either side. The water was low enough for us to walk up and down naturally-formed steps of sparkling granite, discover intricate rock formations and enjoy breathtaking views of lake, trees, and sky. We turned all the lights off at night and immersed ourselves in the starlight sky. The spirit of the place really shines through! And in the middle of pristine nature, we had a "five star" experience in a wonderfully-designed and appointed lake house. The kitchen is the best equipped we've experienced in a rental, with top of the line appliances, cookware and gadgets. It was a pleasure to leisurely cook our meals while taking in the views. The details of the house made it really special, with original wood and stone everywhere. But the bathrooms really take the cake. We felt like we were at a spa, excellent showers with intricate stone work and beautiful everything else in the room. The jacuzzi tub for two is the bomb! Finally, Dugan the owner was a wonderful host. Totally accessible by text and phone, which was great because the house is very secluded so it made us very comfortable to know that we could reach him at any time. Moon Shadow Lodge is a great romantic getaway, but it's really set up perfectly for families with three separate floors and a lot of private spaces. Thank you, Dugan, for sharing your amazing retreat with us and being a great host!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022