Hickory Hill Cabins for Groups, families ,,Surrounded by National Forests

4 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 24256 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Mount Ida, AR

Ouachita National Forest1 min walk
Nirvana Star Farms12 min drive
Wegner Crystal Mines24 min drive
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bunkhouse

+8

9 Single Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Log Cabin Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Log Cabin Bedroom 2 - Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Log Cabin Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Log Cabin Sunroom Sleeping

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bunkhouse Bath #2

Toilet · Shower only

Bunkhouse Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Dining Hall Bathroom

Toilet

Log Cabin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Hickory Hill Cabin and Retreat are going beyond deep cleaning between each group, to make your safety our number one goal!

Amazing small or large group getaway in beautiful Mount Ida, Arkansas adjoining the Ouachita National Forest. Hickory Hill Cabin and Retreat is located in Montgomery County, AR, one of the least populated counties in the state and is 82% National Forest. The scenic Ouachita River is less than a mile away, offering fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking. A few miles away is the beautiful Lake Ouachita, touted as one of the United State's cleanest and clearest lakes. The lake is virtually surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest and has approximately 970 miles of pristine shorelines and numerous islands. Boats, party barges and houseboats may be rented at a number of Marinas around the lake, or bring your own.

Close to Camp Ozark and minutes from the Ouachita Trail and the Womble Trail (both designated as International Mountain Biking Association Epic Trails), and Lake Ouachita Vista Trail is minutes away. This property is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy. All this, within walking distance to river, Hiking, Fishing, Canoeing, Boating, Rock Hunting, Swimming, Hunting.

Montgomery County is also a hunter's paradise, with 82% of the county's 800 square miles comprised of the Ouachita National Forest and Muddy Creek Wildlife Management Area. Hunting opportunities include small game, deer, turkey, and black bear.

There are several Crystal Mines and a Diamond Mine in a near by town. Come dig your own.

LOG HOUSE: Large main house has queen master bedroom and futon downstairs and upstairs is a queen bed in bedroom. The upstairs loft has two twin beds and futon. Full kitchen, 1 full bathroom and fireplace - Sleeps 8. Fully stocked kitchen, dining room and relating living room. Has laundry room with washer and dryer.
Large wrap around deck on main log house with additional screened in porch to enjoy the warm Arkansas nights.

BUNKHOUSE: A separate Large Bunk House has 16 twin beds and has two bathrooms.
Log Cabin can be rented for groups of up to 8 (dining hall included at no additional cost)
For groups larger than 8, a bunk house within 60' of main house is available.
Bunk house sleep up to 16+, fully equipped with three bunk beds, 10 single beds, linens, towels and has two full bathrooms. Additional cots available. The bunk house is rented for parties over 8 at $19per person, per night , any age...

DINING HALL/KITCHEN: Large separate Dining Hall with all appliances, large and small, outside bathroom, large cook area, seated dining for up to 45 people. Fully stocked kitchen with pots and pans, bakeware, serving dishes and utensils in the up to date kitchen. Five long tables with chairs and seating for up to 45. There is even a TV for karaoke, Video gaming, and more. . . bring your entertainment. Everything needed for large group preparation is provided.

NOTE: LOG CABIN ACCOMMODATES UP TO 8 PEOPLE. FOR ADDITIONAL GUESTS: USE OF BUNKHOUSE FOR GROUPS LARGER THAN 8, $19PER PERSON, PER NIGHT.

Perfect for:
* GREAT HUNTING Retreat..
* Church revivals
* GREAT vacation spot for adults while kids go to Camp Ozark
*Family Reunions
*Girls Weekends
*Special Occasions Parties
Mom Dad and the Kids....
OUTDOOR AREA: Quite and a beautiful relaxing place has a large covered outdoor grilling area and a smaller charcoal grill behind the Log House. The lawn is a large, flat, grassy areas for outdoor activities including volleyball, frisbee, horseshoes, etc. There is space for you to enjoy your personal outdoor equipment, as bikes, kayaks, games, etc.
A separate large outdoor fire pit supplied with wood has seating around the fire ring. Hammocks and outdoor seating is located throughout the property. Easy access with large parking lot for trailers, boats and ATV’s.
Absolutely NO PARKING on grass!

Property manager

Hickory Hill Cabins

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

This is a retreat for reunions, church gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Exceptions will be allowed must call

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property sleeps 24total (adults and children)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40

Note from host: This is a retreat for reunions, church gatherings

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mount Ida, AR

What's nearby

Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
Nirvana Star Farms - 12 min drive
Twin Creek - 22 min drive
Wegner Crystal Mines - 24 min drive
Lake Ouachita - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Dairyette - 11 min drive
El Diamante Mexican Restaurant - 10 min drive
Mt Ida Cafe - 10 min drive
Subway - 10 min drive
Shack Attack Pizza - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hickory Hill Cabins for Groups, families ,,Surrounded by National Forests pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Hickory Hill Cabins for Groups, families ,,Surrounded by National Forests?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hickory Hill Cabins for Groups, families ,,Surrounded by National Forests?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hickory Hill Cabins for Groups, families ,,Surrounded by National Forests located?

This family-friendly Mount Ida cabin is located on the riverfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Nirvana Star Farms and Lake Ouachita. Wegner Crystal Mines and Gee & Dee Crystal are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Monty M., Rogers

10 November 2023

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

Great place for big groups

Great set-up for large group. The separate kitchen/dining area provides a central location for the whole group and was well equipped to prepare meals for 20 people.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley H.

9 October 2023

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

Great guys get away!

Wonderful place for my dad & a few long time buddies to catch up. We loved the kitchen/dining building . We cooked & ate like kings. Had good time fishing , playing horse shoes & catching up. Place is amazing for large groups. Ray even help us out with jumper cables when one of our trucks was dead on Sunday Morning.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

24 July 2023

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

Fun Times in Mt Ida

Great for large families, especially in the middle of summer with great things to do for small and large kids at the camp. Not many bugs to bite us, and we loved the firepit and the smores kit Ray left for us. The stand alone ice maker was wonderful since it managed to keep up with a group of 18 and it was HOT. The air conditioning working well in all buildings was a blessing. We liked the double fridges and the large dining hall. The bunkhouse having two bathrooms and the comfortable beds were great. The hunters in the group loved the cabin decor. The entire place was very clean and well kept up. The river was very close and the water was not too cold. We loved the rental. Chrystal mining, groceries and Dollar General just minutes away. We would love to come back someday.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

27 June 2023

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

Peace and Space to relax

We were a group of 17 (12 Adults and 5 kids). This place was perfect! Ray was super communicative and was even able to help our guests who arrived early out. A communal dining hall, bunk house, and main cabin was way more space than we actually needed but we had no issues getting comfortable with the extra space. River access was just down the street, was able to do some Kayaking right by the property. The hour drive to Hot Springs was perfect for the kids to take naps before exploring the town. We also went to Lake Ouachita State park and found it to be very clean. The outdoor space was nice so that the kids could just be free and play around. If you have a large group this is a fantastic place to stay. Just as an FYI, there are no bath tubs. Our kids had no issues with taking showers but we do have other parent friends that only bath their kids in tubs. Would leave 10 stars if I could!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

17 June 2023

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

Amazing group location!!!!! (Church Retreat)

We brought our church youth group for a Church camp retreat. Not only were the amenities great- large bunk house for youth, adult cabin and extra kitchen/meeting space, the amenities made it an ideal location for everyone involved. - Actual beds for all - AC in the buildings for comfortable gatherings - a convenient but tucked away location making it easy to unplug and unwind - plenty of yard space for games and activities - close to a lot of surrounding activities (we recommend the river, lake, and nearby gem mining!!!) From a rental- process perspective: - basics are taken care of so the packing list was minimal for easy travel. - Ray (owner) is kind, considerate, quick to respond to communications and makes everything a breeze! The kids are already begging to go back! Highly recommend for any family, work or church group gathering- for us it was a great place to build friendships and faith!!!! 💕

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hickory Hill Cabins

My family and I purchased this property with the hope of providing a way for people to enjoy the amazing Ouachita National Forest and all that the area has to offer. Even if you don't do anything but stay on the grounds of Hickory Hill Cabin and Retreat, you will have all you want to do - - -hiking the national forest, spending time with family and friends. Our place is unique in the fact that up to 8 can stay in the Log Home or if you have more, opt for using the Log Cabin and Sleeping Quarters. No matter which option you choose, the Dining Hall is available. Fully furnished kitchen with tables and chairs for up to 45. You could even make room for dancing, singing, or just playing games. We love it and believe you will too.

Why they chose this property

Though there are several vacation rentals in the area, our Hickory Hill Cabin and Retreat is unique due to the fact that it is a Log Cabin. The other uniqueness is that large groups are welcome and can be comfortably accommodated by using the Bunk House and Dining Hall. Everything within minutes that Montgomery County has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Genuine Log Cabin, that has that 'home' feel. Large master bedroom with door to sunroom that runs the length of the cabin. Beyond that is a wrap around deck, the yard, and then, the National Forest. A five minute walk into the National Forest and you'll find a running creek. Adventure, Relaxing, Enjoying time with family and/or friends.