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Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Mena, AR
  • Place, Janssen Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Polk County Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mena Art Gallery
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Rider’s Den Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

About this property

Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate

The Carriage House Inn’s, The Rider’s Den, located on the National Historic registered Shaver House estate is a favorite among guests for its cozy and private garden setting. Follow the meandering stone path through the garden, past the fountain and enjoy the sounds of nature. Guests will enjoy their own private sitting area overlooking the acre of the historic estate. . Amenities include: outside dining area, hammock and access to the stone cobbled fire pit (marshmallow roast and bon-fire set-up available upon request, fee to be applied).
Room features a microwave, mini-fridge, satelite television, cofffe maker and WiFi.
Walking distance from the beautiful Janssen Park and downtown historic Mena; Spas, Boutiques, Antique Stores, Art Gallery, Theatre, Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop, Coffee Shops and Restaurants. Less than a mile to the beginning of the beautiful Talimena Drive and National Forest recreational trails.
*15 minutes to Crystal Digging
*25 minutes to Kayaking and ATV’ing
*popular destination for Motorcyclists with access to fabulous runs.
*15 minutes to family friendly farm and homestead. (Market, Pick-your-own, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze and Christmas Tree Farm)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Mena

Mena is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ouachita National Forest and Queen Wilhelmina State Park, while Mena Art Gallery and Ouachita Little Theatre are cultural highlights.
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Mena, AR

What's nearby

  • Janssen Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Polk County Library - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mena Depot Historic Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mena Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ouachita Little Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Villa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Italy II - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ouachitas Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate on 1 July 2026 start from NZ$307, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private cottage located on The Carriage House Inn Estate located?

Situated in Mena, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Janssen Park and Ouachita National Forest. Polk County Library and Mena Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

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. 147 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My second stay at the property, clean,nice, and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfortable, and clean accommodations. Great location. Fantastic hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dian G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Wonderful little cottage! Very quiet. Comfortable bedding. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Easy check in. Quiet and peaceful. Very clean. Owners responded quickly when needed. This is my second time staying at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My second time staying and looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and cozy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay! Really enjoyed the grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely property and great little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage, easy to access, very clean. Great place to stay after completing the Talimena Drive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nita B.

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

Wonderful Place!

This is the second time staying here and it is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, and super comfy cottage. Linens and mattress exemplary!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, quiet, room for the weekend! We didn’t need space, so this was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Great place.

We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Great stay!

Wish we had more time to stay since this place exceeded our expectations in every way...looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

Wonderful Stay

As always, the stay was easy and comfortable. By far my favorite, Mena accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised. No other guests on property while I was staying, but there’s a very peaceful and pretty garden adjacent to the unit as well as a nice water feature in front.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorene R.

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

Weekend getaway

It was a much needed getaway. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Your place was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trena Q.

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

Work trip

Great place to stay, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tifanie V.

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

Calming Cottage

Our stay was wonderful, very clean, nice amenities, and perfect location. We will stay at this property again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coby S.

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

Excellent Stay

Everything was put together well, very clean, and bed was comfortable. The room was great for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Always a pleasure

I have to travel to Mena for work and it is always a pleasure staying here. I recommend this perfect spot to anyone coming up to explore Mena's quaint town or use it as a central location for Jeep/ATV rides.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Our “go to” place when visiting Mena.

Wonderful property! The hosts are very kind, accommodating, and polite! Will definitely stay there again when visiting Mena.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

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

Highly recommend

We truly enjoyed our stay and the Riders Den was very clean and comfortable! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Clean. Comfortable. Creature comforts. Close to everything. The property is just beautifully landscaped. Our go to in Mena, Ar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great place

It was exactly as advertised. Awesome place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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