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The Bunkhouse

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ponca, AR
  • Place, Ponca Elk Education Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Valley Hiking Trail
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Steel Creek Use Area
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

The Bunkhouse

The perfect place to enjoy what our area has to offer. Sleeps 6 people with 4 beds. Two twins and two doubles. Bathroom with toilet and shower. Kitchen is outside next to the fire pit. Heat and air in the cabin.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Only 6 allowed to stay.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Note from host: Only 6 allowed to stay.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Compton

Located in Compton, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Ponca, AR

What's nearby

  • Ponca Elk Education Center - 17 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Lost Valley Hiking Trail - 19 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Steel Creek Use Area - 24 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon - 42 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge - 54 min drive - 75.1 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Mill Burggers & Bbq - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Valley Cafe And Bed And Breakfast - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bunkhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bunkhouse?

As of 27 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bunkhouse on 27 July 2024 start from AU$161, 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 The Bunkhouse?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bunkhouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bunkhouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bunkhouse located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Buffalo National River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Lost Valley State Park and Ponca Elk Education Center. Ozark National Forest and Lost Valley Hiking Trail are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

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

Long Weekend Getaway

Great location for visiting local attractions. Buffalo River, Hawksbill Crag, Elk at Ponca and multiple other locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anice C.

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

Bunk house ponca

Very clean and neat place to stay. Very peaceful and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah V.

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

Wonderful!

We loved staying here! It was very clean, quiet and peaceful. We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

We love it here!

Awesome place to stay! We saw elk from the cabin a few different times. Easy location to get to the Buffalo Outdoor Center where we floated the Buffalo River. Also close to hiking. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Perfect!

This place was perfect! My son and I were in the area for a mountain bike race and The Bunkhouse was the perfect place to stay. We really enjoyed the indoor ourtoor/living.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Peaceful getaway

A perfect place to get away from the hustle and relax. The cabin allows for a comfortable place to sleep and get cleaned up while the kitchen and activities keep you close to nature. We definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

So fun!!!!

This is a great place to relax and unwind!! We enjoyed our stay so much! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2021
So happy to hear. Looking forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Wonderful

Really appreciated the firewood for the fire pit. Everything was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Cousin Connection

My sister and I wanted to visit cousin's in Hilltop, Arkansas so we booked our stay at the Bunkhouse. The hosts told us where we could see elk only a short drive from the bunkhouse toward Ponca. The area is absolutely beautiful! I encourage you to check out the Ozark Grand Canyon and the Buffalo River National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Tammy

Eric and Ashlee were excellent hosts. They were very helpful giving us great tips on trails to visit and directions to find the bunkhouse. I would stay again in the future if I return to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bucket list hikes!!!

This place was absolutely perfect for what we were looking for! The “Kich inn” outside was perfect and had everything we needed. The fridge and little freezer worked great and stored what we brought for the weekend no problem! The location was perfect to get to so many trails and scenic drives. The hosts were so responsive and so helpful with tips on swimming holes and trails! Definitely will be back during the rainy season to explore again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dottie P.

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

Adorable and simple

Mainly just needed a place to sleep as our family met up at the RV park down the road. We were there visiting our last remaining aunt and spending time with cousins. Even though an inside kitchen would have been nice, we just use the refrigerator for a couple of items and it wasn’t to cold going out and getting creamer for my coffee. Would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Clean comfortable place to sleep

The description was very accurate. The refrigerator was inside the room though, which was great. Along with the coffee pot. My husband did see an elk which made the whole stay worth while!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

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

Eclipse Weekend

Eric and Ashlee are great hosts. They answered all our questions before we arrived, made us us feel super welcome and couldn't have been more helpful. The location of the cabin is beautiful, set in rolling countryside with stunning views, close to Ponca, and there are some great family walks nearby. Lost Valley is great for young children. I would highly recommend staying here if you are visiting the Buffalo River area. Thank you. Martin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great little cabin!

We greatly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It’s in a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarah T.

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

Perfect Cabin for the Camping Feel

We enjoyed our stay so much. This cabin was perfect for that camping feel without sacrificing comfort. We have been wanting to stay here for a while and I’m so glad we finally got the chance. The cabin was the perfect size for adventuring and coming back to sleep. The outdoor kitchen was neat. We didn’t cook anything or get to use the fire pit because of the burn ban and wildfire risk, but we hope to do that next time. We loved the isolated feeling. There aren’t a bunch of cabins or houses stacked right up on top of each other, so it was very peaceful. At the same time, we weren’t so isolated that we couldn’t get help if we needed it. We were super close to everything we wanted to do, like elk viewing and hiking trails. Always do Lost Valley Trail. It’s jsut beautiful. We finally did Hawksbille Crag. They say it’s a bucket list hike, and they aren’t lying. Buffalo Outdoor Center in Ponca has gas and souvenirs and coffee. There were also two dogs who visited us who were so sweet. My kids cried and cried when we left. They loved the dogs. They named them Columbia and Shadow. I wonder what their real names were. The only improvement I could recommend would be wifi. Not because I was wifi, but because our cell signal was really bad and we had trouble communicating with family back home who were watching our animals and wanting to know when we made it in from hiking. But that’s not to say we had no cell signal ever. It was jsut spotty. Again, we really enjoyed our stay and the owners were very helpful. We plan to stay again and have already recommended it to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana B.

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

Rest, relax, and enjoy

This is a lovely property. The cabin accommodated our family perfectly and gave us a feel of camping and the outdoors with the outdoor kich-inn and fire pit. This location is miles from anything so make sure you bring your groceries and drinks. The cell service was very spotty for us but it gave us the perfect family time and break from all devices that we needed. My only complaint and it was not the fault of anyone just nature were the flies. Be sure to bring some fly spray or traps. Otherwise, enjoy the peace!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

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

Summer vacation

We had a wonderful time spending three nights in the cabin. It was just me and my two children and it was awesome! Very clean, comfy beds, nice bathroom, outside kitchen area and grill, fire pit, and perfect location. As a single mom, I worry about safety but the area was perfectly safe and we had a blast! The owners were great and had quick response times! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freda H.

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

RECONNECTING

HAD A WONDERFUL TIME DRIVING AROUND AND SEEING THE COUNTRY SIDE AND SHOPPING DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT SITTING AROUND THE FIRE TALKING AND HAVING SOME WINE AND CATCHING UP WITH OLD FRIENDS THE CELL RECEPTION IS NOT GOOD BUT THAT DIDNT BOTHER US AS WE WERE THERE TO VISIT AND SEE THE ELK
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Great Location

Easy access and a very clean comfortable cabin. Nice and quiet too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

So relaxing! A great get away!

We visited to see the elk and do some hiking! We stayed last year at this same property (different owners) and loved it just as much! A great place to get away and get to view the wildlife!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay P.

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

As advertised

Small but clean and comfortable. Host is most accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Off grid getaway

We talked our teenage boys into going on a last minute get away with just us parents. They just about died when we told them that we most likely would not have cell service for the weekend! We all giggled when we pulled up and saw the bunkhouse and kitch-inn! We had a great time exploring the area hiking and we also floated the river. My favorite thing was sitting by the fire pit in the evening and watching the lightening bugs out in the field. We planned ahead and took food in ice chests and we’re glad we did. There isn’t anything around for several miles or at least we didn’t see anything! We had a great weekend and would recommend staying here and going off grid for a few days. Our family enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

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

Perfect little getaway!

The Bunkhouse was the perfect place to stay for our 4th of July getaway! It was the perfect location, very clean, and serene. We even saw two elk in the pasture behind the cabin! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Perfect place

My kids and I came up to Ponca to float the Buffalo and do a little exploring. This cabin was the perfect place for us. It was exactly like the listing described. It is a beautiful place and we had the best time. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Eric Johnson

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We are the Johnson's, Eric, Ashlee, Maylee, and Gunnar. Welcome to our cabin. We know you will enjoy it as much as we have. Arkansas is a diamond in the rough. The landscape is beautiful, with so many outdoor adventures awaiting you. We are a God fearing, sports loving, active family. We would be honored to host your stay.

Why they chose this property

Our property is close to everything you would want to do. Rather you just want to relax by the fire, or be more adventurous, this is the right place for you. Our cabins are minutes away from the many trails, river, and other activities that await you. You can bring your ATV's and enjoy the Wilderness Riding Park, or you can hike the many trails to mountain tops or even to the Buffalo River. Maybe you want to float the river, or ride your mountain bike down a newly constructed mountain bike trail. Regardless of your desires, our cabins will provide the rest and relaxation you need to enjoy all that the Buffalo River area has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Outdoor feel with the indoor comforts. The Bunkhouse with the outdoor kitchen is a perfect way to enjoy a taste of Arkansas. If you want to get away from the hustle of the city and disconnect and enjoy God's country this is it. Don't wait book now. We would love to host you and know the memories will last forever.

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