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The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls

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3 acre fishing lake, fully stocked!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 337 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ponca, AR
  • Lost Valley State Park
  • Ponca Elk Education Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Lost Valley Hiking Trail
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls

Enjoy this cozy cabin nestled in the heart of the Ozarks on a 100-acre farm and 3 acre fishing pond. Lily Pad is centrally located for all your upper Buffalo River activities. All the perks of a national park can be sought along with the joys of living on a farm. Watch granny milk each morning and enjoy the butter, eggs, and meat grown right here. This cabin comes with a yard of your own, a fire pit (firewood 5$ an armload), an ice maker, a smart tv with free Wi-Fi, a charcoal grill, and modern plumbing to make this little cabin your home away from home. Directions- Take Firetower road off of highway 43. Go exactly 3.5 miles and turn left on Crossroads road. Pass Crossroads church and stay straight, (do not take Stoverville to the left directly after the church, it takes you to Ponca the back way, down the mountain). Bring your fishing pole for the pond and do not forget to ask about farm raised products including beef, butter, eggs, and more! We do have Pyrenees dogs who watch over the farm, they are harmless and part of the landscape.

Property manager

Ronnie Long
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Compton

Located in Compton, this holiday home is on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Bradley House Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest.
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Ponca, AR

What's nearby

  • Ponca Elk Education Center - 13 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lost Valley Hiking Trail - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Steel Creek Use Area - 22 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Horseshoe Canyon Ranch - 23 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon - 46 min drive - 40.2 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Low Gap Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Low Gap Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lily Pad, headwaters of Eden Falls located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ponca Elk Education Center and Lost Valley Hiking Trail. Lost Valley State Park and Steel Creek Use Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful and amazing stay will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Connie is a wonderful host. We enjoyed staying at the Lily Pad. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The drive took us by surprise, but it was worth it. Connie, our hostess, was friendly and accommodating. The pings in front of the cabin was so beautiful and the night sounds were wonderful! The cabin was clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. I highly recommend this place as a get-away. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Getaway

The Lily Pad was perfect for a mom and sons getaway! The cabin was cozy and perfect - we had everything we needed and the setting was amazing! We saw elk every day, and my boys loved fishing in the pond and exploring. It's close to Ponca and some great hiking!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

We have stayed at the Lily Pad in the past, and absolutely love the property. The hosts are awesome and the ambience of the property is most definitely worth the visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little cabin

It was a great little escape for my sister and I. The property was beautiful and the cabin adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Loved the cabin and the pond! Great place to watch the sun set :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful litlle cabin!

The cabin and location were great! It was right in the area of all the hikes I wanted to do. Host is a little hard to get a hold of, or for me at least. Overall, great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking trails

Connie was great! Beautiful place! Had a wonderful relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexi O., Little rock, ar

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway!

Excellent experience! So peaceful and relaxing, with beautiful scenery. The cabin is so cozy on the inside. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is amazing

Everything about this property met my expectations. Seclusion, peace, wild life, fishing, and the people we interacted with were all friendly. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lily Pad

The Lily Pad was an excellent get away and base camp for all of our hiking adventures in AR for the weekend!!! Such a cozy and welcoming cabin The dogs were so sweet. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rashmi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay at the Lily pad

It was great! Connie the farm owner was very helpful and kind. She made sure that all our needs were made. The host was easily accessible too. Highly recommend going there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclipse Get Away

A nice place to just relax and enjoy nature. Great view of the Lilly pond from the front porch, very secluded place. Will be a great base for experiencing the Buffalo River, hiking,kayaking and canoeing.The owner is very kind and accommodating a great source for finding places of interest in the area. I would definitely go back to this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot to get away and unwind

My husband and I really needed to get away and relax. Everything was perfect for us. The view was beautiful and loved the nightly check from the dogs. I'm already ready to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once we got ahold of the property owner, which was difficult, they came down to apologize and gave us some of the rich history about the property. Adorable cabin, quiet & relaxing!!! Communication aside, I’d go back & recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Lily Pad

Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Small cabin just right for 2 people. Very secluded and quiet but access to activities around the Buffalo River. Enjoyed sitting on front porch and fishing in the pond. Owner is very kind and dogs are sweet
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place to unwind

Good place to sit and unwind all day, or, to rest by the fire after a day of activites. Kitchen had eveythin we needed. And comfotable beds. Good view. Quiet, except for the sounfs of nature. Highly recomended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Starla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very peaceful!

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. Connie was so very nice and very kind with letting us roam her land! The cabin was just perfect for the two of us. We enjoyed the peacefulness and quiet of the farm! Leo and Pearl were super sweet! (Connie’s Pyrenees)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHARON N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Traveling down the long drive to the cabin you'll see cows, hillsides, a small church and cemetery, and probably two Great Pyrenees. The pond is right out the front door. The cabin is cozy, but everything you need is outside- a firepit, a grill and a clean picnic table. There's good wi-fi and hot water for a great shower (although the shower itself is very small). The host is very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend this cabin for a remote getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and tranquil

Our stay was so pleasant and the property was beautiful! We enjoyed all the amenities of the Lily Pad such as the lake and the mountaintop view, and there was a lot to do nearby. BOC has a great website with lots of info. It was very helpful to have a stovetop and oven, as many cabins do not! There was no cell service, but the Wi-Fi worked well for everyday use. Connie was very nice to offer us farm-fresh eggs and beef from the livestock. The dogs on the property, Pearl and Leo, were so sweet with guests and visited us every morning. Overall, we had a great time and would love to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay here! The owners are so very precious and went completely out of their way to make our stay with our little ones comfortable and fun! It was like saying with family. The cabin was EXTREMELY clean, well kept, and conveniently located right next to a pond, we felt safe because the family dog works at night. It IS way out in the boondocks, so be prepared for a drive. Plug address into GPS awhile you have service. But you can always stop and ask a local. Friendly Arkansas folks. Love the ladies at the Lily Pad. They’re wonderful. Go stay here!!! Great price and the BEST service. You can even buy some of their beef they raise!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Oliver P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint and cozy with everything you need at this little cabin. Host was so kind and helpful. Bed and bedding very comfortable. Nicer than the pictures. There is a bed where the sofa is pictured in the listing so you don’t have to sleep in the loft. Good proximity to popular hiking areas. Definitely recommend this property. You’ll especially appreciate the quiet, rural setting if needing a getaway from the city!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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Hosted by Ronnie Long

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