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Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

Beach lodge in Bee Branch

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Moon Shadow Lodge ... on the edge of Greers Ferry Lake and the Ozark Mountains.
Gate entrance view of Greers Ferry Lake ... 500 feet below.
Rock lined swimming hole ... Water Step Cove. Pristine!
This a a panoramic shot of the Great Room with a view of the lake.
Great room of Moon Shadow Lodge.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$512
avg per night

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  • Place, Greers Ferry Lake
  • Place, Little Red River
  • Place, Fairfield Bay Marina

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Main Level

2 Queen Beds

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Underground Dungeon

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
The current price is NZ$512
avg per night

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About the area

Bee Branch

Located in Bee Branch, this lodge is in a rural area and on the beach. Lacey's Narrows Marina and Fairfield Bay Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Greers Ferry Lake and Little Red River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Greers Ferry Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little Red River - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sugar Loaf Recreation Area - 45 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Lacey's Narrows Marina - 52 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Mill Creek Recreation Area - 57 min drive - 31.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's at Fairfield Bay - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Reyes Market - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mustard Greens - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Bogies Restaurant At Mountain Ranch - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Lott's Bait & Fuel - ‬58 min drive

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.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
The dungeon sleeps six ... perfect for kids.
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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)
No more than two pets per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed only on exterior decks.
The house rules are listed in the check in instructions you will receive prior to your arrival at the Lodge.

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, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bee Branch lodge is just steps away from Greers Ferry Lake and Little Red River. Sugar Loaf Recreation Area and Main Street Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed the cabin, trails, and scenery. Beautiful views of the mountains and lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mood Shadow is a terrific place for the family to get away for a great lake experience. It's right on the water with a private cove right in front of the cabin. Sugarloaf Marina is only about 25 minutes to rent a boat and enjoy Greer's Ferry Lake. The actual driveway to Moon Shadow is an 'experience' and 4 wheel or all wheel drive vehicle is probably best. But, if you take your time, it's not a problem at all. My family loved this spot!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the water, great for all ages. Moon shadow is a beautiful cozy place to stay any season. Has everything you need to enjoy the lake and the surrounding wilderness. Private and peaceful. I would suggest and awd or 4wd vehicle for the drive up and down especially if youre not accustomed to driving a mountain road or trails as the road to the lodge is steep and narrow in some sections. The host was wonderful and answered any questions immediately. Definitely one of the best host ive experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

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

Seth B.

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

Great place!

Definitely would come back!

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

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

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

Debbie C.

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

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

Leticia L.

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

Great quiet place to relax and enjoy family

Great property. Basically you can find everything you need to prepare meals and enjoy some time with your family. Quiet place to relax and enjoy the nature. Mr. Dugan was a great helper providing all the help my family needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

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

Joey L.

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

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

Missy C., Franklin, Tn

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

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

Leticia L.

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

Definitely coming again

We loved this lodge. Have everything that my family needed. We spent lots of time swimming. The water was great this time of the year. The house deck has an amazing view and you can watch and listen to the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

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

David D.

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

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

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

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

This is a very remote setting. Even

It wasn’t until the booking was complete, that the details of the roads and the seclusion were really revealed. We are all over 60 and the terrain was more than we anticipated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Virginia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

The Tree House

The treehouse is absolutely beautiful. The location is unbelievably gorgeous in the woods. The trails are very inviting. We took ATVs and enjoyed our ride. We rented an order to have all the amenities that was offered online. There were small things that was upsetting such as some things that were not cleanly, swing, sits or swings, not on the bottom floor or nothing to sit on to walk out to the water or see the water from the game room. There’s just things that are worn in time has done that we were disappointed in that regard. The bunkbeds are so noisy and Move so much you would not want to sleep on them just out of safety or to get sleep through the night. It was beautiful again, gorgeous, looking at the water and peaceful by the surroundings. But what was shared on the website and pictures is not exactly what’s there, including a place to park a boat and to walk out and swim, you can park a boat at a distance, but the picture shows no trees and that you could pull right up…game pieces are missing out of games. Those are just a few things that concerned us because we rented for these reasons. The owner is extremely kind and is glad to talk with you at any time needed. He even checked on us while we were there!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jarryd N.

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

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

Erica M.

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

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

8/10 Good

Dave W.

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

Very nice house

Overall we had a very good experience and thought the house was very nice and well appointed. There are two things that I think could really be improved on. First is the mattress on the bed in the king bedroom. Honestly it is one of if the hardest mattress I have ever tried to sleep on and made sleeping very difficult and painful. I would suggest some type of topper or a new and softer mattress. Secondly is the grill needs to have the charcoal grate replaced or the entire grill should be replaced. Charcoal kept falling through the grate and caused issues. As nice as the house is it should have a nicer grill. Again overall we had a great stay and would rent this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

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

Tracy N.

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

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is the perfect house to get away from the noise of the world. It was clean, peaceful and an amazing place for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a private cabin on the lake, which is exactly what we wanted. It was very clean. The kitchen is spacious and it was easy to prepare our meals. The lake was beautiful and quiet - we spent lots of time on the lake swimming and kayaking (they have 6 kayaks). We really enjoyed and will definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is absolutely STUNNING! It’s so close to the water, for easy access to your boat daily! The inside is super clean! The decor and amenities are top notch! We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025