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The Magnolia — A River-View Bungalow with Hot Tub

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Outdoor spa tub
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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pencil Bluff, AR
  • Place, Dragover Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Fulton Branch Recreation Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ouachita
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Pencil Bluff

Located in Pencil Bluff, this cabin is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Dragover Recreation Area and Fulton Branch Recreation Area. .This family-friendly cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Rich Mountain Community College.
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What's nearby

  • Dragover Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Fulton Branch Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • River Bluff Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Montgomery County Library - 16 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Lake Ouachita - 19 min drive - 24.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪P & R Dairy & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Pasadita - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Magnolia — A River-View Bungalow with Hot Tub

The Magnolia — A River-View Bungalow with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Room for the Whole Crew
A two-bedroom, two-bath home-away-from-home on the banks of the Ouachita, where deck sunsets, hot tub soaks, and campfire nights come standard.

The Space
The Magnolia is the most full-featured cabin in our small riverside resort — a proper bungalow with everything you need to settle in and stay awhile. The fully equipped kitchen and large dining area make it easy to cook together, and the living room's wood-burning stove adds a cozy warmth on cooler evenings. When you're ready to be outside, the private deck delivers river views and hot tub access, and the outdoor fire pit is perfect for long nights under an impossibly starry sky.
Bedroom 1 — King bed
Bedroom 2 — Two twin-over-full bunk beds (great for kids or a flexible group)
The Magnolia offers WiFi and a Smart TV — log in to your streaming services or use it to stream a movie after a long day on the river. The private yard gives you space to spread out, and a charcoal grill is ready for your next cookout.

On the River
The Ouachita runs right alongside the property, and on-site canoe, kayak, and river tube rentals are available with an advance reservation — shuttles included. The river is gentle and family-friendly, winding past towering rock bluffs draped in wildflowers, through long flat pools and occasional Class I–II rapids. Fishing is outstanding: smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, bluegill, catfish, walleye, longear sunfish, and more.
March through November brings the most popular conditions — spring wildflowers, summer shade on the water, and fall's brilliant foliage — but the Ouachita rewards visitors year-round.

Explore the Area
Short trails into the National Forest begin just steps from the cabin. Venture further and you'll find the Womble Trail, Ouachita Trail, and Lake Ouachita Vista Trail — exceptional routes for mountain biking and hiking. The Fourche Mountain Trail and other secluded forest roads are ideal for ATV exploration. Nearby, horseback riding, crystal mining, and road biking round out an already full menu of options.
A short drive brings you to Mount Ida, the Quartz Crystal Capital of the World — a must for rock hounds of any experience level. (A friendly note: please keep crystals out of the cabin, and we kindly ask that you take your finds home with you!)

After Dark
We're situated near one of the darkest sky areas in Arkansas. On clear nights the Milky Way is unmistakable, fireflies light up the tree line in season, and the occasional Bald Eagle, Great Blue Heron, or Roadrunner makes a daytime cameo. Roast marshmallows at the fire pit and let the night do the rest.

Good to Know
We live on-site and are always reachable via text or message

Pet friendly — $40 per stay per pet. Must be leashed outdoors and comfortable around other dogs and people.
No smoking inside the cabin.
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: NO children under 13 in hot tub

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 are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Magnolia On The Ouachita River
Honeybear Cabin On the Ouachita river
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Cabin
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Pencil Bluff
Magnolia Cabin - On the Ouachita river Cabin Pencil Bluff

The Magnolia — A River-View Bungalow with Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david jon n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing week

Had a wonderful time everything was clean and perfect. Very relaxing stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casual forest retreat

The cabin was simple and cozy with a big front deck and views over the river. The river bank has some fun activities for the kids like swings and basketball. It was a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful surroundings, restful vacation.

Great rustic cabin with view of the river. Crisp fall air and good sleeping. We hope to come back. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rick S., Covington Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for sxs trails

My brother and I stayed here so that we could Get direct access to Fort Mountain Trail and the Washington national forest system. Both are spectacular and by staying here we didn’t have to trailer our four wheelers anywhere we could get to both trails right from this location which made it a breeze. Jan was awesome host and we enjoyed speaking with her and everyone at the camp. Looking forward to going back and doing this again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sandra C., Henderson, Tx

Beautiful area & weather!

We had no problems renting property all went well. Porch & some of inside needed more cleaning up. Had a lot of extra stuff around that would make feel cleaner if wasn’t there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it.

Excellent Overall. Jan and family could not have been more hospitable, with a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Carmen C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dated cabin

Overpriced for what it was. Far away from everything, no cellphone service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jodie C.

Just ok

When we arrived the host was very warm and welcoming. Aside from the property had a few issues our stay wasn’t bad and it was nice to get away from technology. The cabin could definitely use some deep cleaning. The AC unit will freeze (we were told but didn’t try out) if you turn it below 78/80, so the cabin always pretty hot. You have to sleep with fans on because the ac doesn’t come on after the sun goes down because the temp decreases but the humidity does not. For what we paid per Night for our stay, one could replace the ac unit. Also the king size bed sits on the ground on two box springs. A bed frame would be a nice touch. Other than that the unit had lots to do. We enjoy the old radio but the volume takes a bit of a learning curve. This was our first time to the area.. I’m not sure I’d ever return here with the availability of other options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Great place to get away!

Cabin is the basics- works great for family. Staff is wonderful. Location is perfect for biking and river floats.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

James M.

River cabin

Nice, clean cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Laurie g.

Springbreak Stay

Cabin was dated but clean. Lots of family friendly activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Great as always!

Had a great time again. We love coming here. Jan, her family and sweet dogs are fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Beautiful, quiet and remote

Jan was a wonderful and helpful host. Property was beautiful, charming, quiet and remote. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Great Time Had A Blast!

Fun place to get away, everything needed to have a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Sinto J.

really good

The property was good. neat and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Super cute seculuded friendly place

Very cute, nice, friendly place for a family of 6. Lots to do on the property and the place was clean and tidy. My kids didn't want to leave. Great family camping trip in Arkansas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018