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Hill Top Lodging
Property grounds
Private firepit just off the large wrap around deck
Welcome to our Front Entry with keypad
Voted 2023 Best of River Valley

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$639
avg per night

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Hackett, AR

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
The current price is NZ$639
avg per night

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About the area

Hackett

Located in Hackett, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Basketball Court and Bonanza Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Ben Geren Golf Course.
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Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simple Simon's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J and D Custom Meat Processing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪License "2" Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪J&T's Midland Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mountain Forest View Lodge

Welcome to our Lodge!
Unique Lost in the Forest Space.
Our Lodge provides the perfect
Family Getaway
Corporate Retreat
Getting the Gang together
Elopement
Wedding
23 Acres on the ridges of the Ouachita National Forest.
Sugarloaf and Poteau Mountain Range
Private and secluded
Extra Cabin on Property perfect for Romance
Cabin Features private hot tub and rents separately
Please enjoy and use our property with pride and respect.

Once on Hill Top Heights the pavement turns into a gravel road that feels like a path in the woods. (10mph) The entry to Hill Top Lodging to the right, is lit up by twinkling lights in the forest. Lodge to the right.

Enjoy cooking in a well-equipped kitchen or grill on the extra-large deck. Dine together on the private deck with more twinkling lights and outstanding views. Please take care to not leave extra food outside. Our local tiny thieves (raccoons) will help themselves. Eat in kitchen with large dining table or find a cozy corner in the breakfast room. Sip your coffee from the private deck in the early mornings. Enjoy quality time together, watching the calming mist come up through the hollow, hovering softly over the trees. Quietly watching for the neighboring deer, headed down the rock paths for a quick drink from the river.

The lodge, though large, feels rustic cozy.
Choose between 4 bedrooms with private on-suite baths. King, Queen, and Twin sized plush beds.
Our living area boasts a double lounging oversized couch and 65-inch TV. Cozy watching entertainment. Available on request is our outdoor projector screen offering great fireside experiences.
The design and process putting a billiards room together for our guests was such a joy. We do expect guest to adhere to adults only use of pool table.
Look around and find a leaning walking stick. Enjoy hikes through the forest or stick to the paths. All paths lead to the river. Fishing equipment available.

All pets brought are to be under control of owners and never left alone in structure. All pets are to be checked in at time of booking.
STRICT NO PETS ON FURNITURE.

Septic systems are sensitive so only paper and cleaners provided.

Please be aware of all guests on property. The cabin and its surroundings are rented to guests separately. Respect of privacy and noise is always appropriate.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Billiards/Pool Table Adults ONLY
No Unattended Pets or Pets on Furniture
If you brought it, take it with you when you leave.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Forest View Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Mountain Forest View Lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Forest View Lodge?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Forest View Lodge on 21 June 2026 start from NZ$639, 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 Mountain Forest View Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Forest View Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Forest View Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Forest View Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is within 12 miles (20 km) of Basketball Court, Bonanza Park and Davy Park. Buckner Park and Imani Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Mountain Forest View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have had a better stay , The place was beautiful and my guest were amazed at the location. We had no issues with anything . The Host was more that accommodating . We are already talking about the next stay . Brenda thank you for sharing your beautiful property !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie M.

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

Family fall break

We really enjoyed our trip to the lodge, house is a great set up for families and host was great at communicating with us! Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Annual Texas family outing

Yearly we plan a trip for our adult children, grand children and my parents. We stay someplace new each year. This years trip was to Fort Smith. We chose the lodge property for the views and the the quiet atmosphere. We were not disappointed and thoroughly enjoyed our time at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Family Christmas Retreat

Hilltop Lodge was the perfect place for our family Christmas retreat. Comfy bedrooms with adjacent baths, lots of cozy nooks for reading and chatting (we tried them all!), and all the river ridge views. Loved the fun and festive decor and preparing meals in the awesome kitchen. Couldn't have asked for a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

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

Amazing property to stay at!!!!

We came in town for a wedding, and this place had so many great things to list. All rooms are ensuites, spacious comfy beds. Fully stocked kitchen. The outdoor space was so relaxing with many places to hang out. We walked to the river. Wish we could have stayed a few more days to enjoy more this property has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Spectacular getaway

Our family will forever cherish the memories made at this house. The space provided and the nature to obsesse over simply made our trip one that has even impacted our thoughts to moving the surrounding area. Thank you for providing such a wonderful home to my family.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha B.

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

Great Experience

Wonderful location out in the woods! The kitchen had all the dishes we needed to do our cooking, and there were plenty of towels available. The host/hostess was very responsive to my questions, and provided me the door key as soon as I requested it. The inside is very well decorated and taken care of. We really enjoyed having the pool table and long kitchen table for family interaction. Note that aside from outdoors and the kitchen table, there is not really a place for everyone to gather around a TV (can fit about ~4-5 adults in front of the TV) -- this was not a problem for our party, but its something you may need to keep in mind. Our only complaint was the lack of wash clothes, but that was a very minor thing. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobby A.

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

Good, but ...

Things we liked: The house was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked and met all our needs. The dining table easily seated our 7 adults. The bedrooms with en suite bathrooms were really nice. The fire pit area behind the house was a favorite. The view from the back yard was better than expected. Things that could have been better: If anyone in your group has mobility issues, be aware that there are several (5) sets of stairs. Three sets only have 3 steps, and all have handrails. The path to the river includes a very steep descent for about 50 yards. The living area with the main tv only had enough room for a sofa and a chair. Our group of 7 could not congregate in the space provided. The wireless appeared to be Hughes Satellite, and the lack of speed caused a lot of buffering when watching tv. Communication with Brenda, the owner, could have been better. Using the VRBO messaging system, I contacted her to inquire about the hot tub that was listed for the property. She said that was a mistake and the hot tub was at the cabin, not the house. The hot tub had been the deciding factor in which house we would rent. I contacted her on the day of our arrival when we were about 15 miles away from the house to let her know of our arrival. We received no instructions on how to get into the house, and, after arriving, had to text her to get the key code. On the plus side, Brenda responded quickly to solve a lighting/breaker issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025