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Bethesda Overlook!
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Private Hot Tub
Bethesda Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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MENA, AR
  • Place, Rich Mountain Community College
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mena Regional Health System
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Janssen Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk Room

+1
5 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bunk Room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails

Bethesda Overlook | Lakeview Cabin at Bethesda Lake Resort

Bethesda Overlook is part of Bethesda Lake Resort & Cabins, a beautiful mountain destination near Mena, Arkansas in the Ouachita Mountains. Overlooking the pristine waters of heavily stocked Bethesda Lake and surrounded by scenic mountain views, this cabin offers a peaceful setting for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.

Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities including complimentary kayaks, a private hot tub, video arcade, fire pit, and cornhole, making it easy for everyone to relax and have fun during their stay. Fishing, swimming, hiking, and kayaking are all just steps from the cabin.

For ATV enthusiasts, the property offers abundant trailer parking and convenient ride-in access to the famous Wolf Pen Gap trail system just down the road, with hundreds of miles of riding available throughout the Ouachita Mountains.

Sleeping Arrangements

Bethesda Overlook features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests, including:

Two king bedrooms

Bunk loft with five full beds

Enjoy the Outdoors

Start your mornings with coffee on the front porch overlooking the lake, spend the day exploring the mountains or riding the trails, and relax in the evening around the fire pit or hot tub under the stars.

Guests are also just 10 minutes from Mena, where you’ll find great restaurants, groceries, and supplies.

Be sure to explore the 3D tour of the cabin and review the Area Map below, which highlights local attractions and serves as your digital tour guide to the area.

One small note: this is a “No Grouch Cabin.” We love hosting guests who come ready to relax, have fun, and enjoy their time in the Ouachita Mountains.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mena

Located in Mena, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queen Wilhelmina State Park and Ouachita National Forest, while Mena Depot Historic Museum and Ouachita Little Theatre are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Map
MENA, AR

What's nearby

  • Lee McMillian Memorial Park - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Rich Mountain Community College - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Mena Regional Health System - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Mena Art Gallery - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Janssen Park - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Villa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Italy II - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Myers Cruizers Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails on 31 May 2026 start from AU$698, 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 Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeview Cabin | Hot Tub | Kayaks | Fishing | ATV Trails located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Ouachita National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Janssen Park and Polk County Library. Lee McMillian Memorial Park and Mena Regional Health System are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, nice and clean house. Beautiful setting.Close to town and trails. What more would one need.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Great Stay

This was a beautiful place to stay that worked so well for our two-family group.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colton W.

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

Great Stay

Wonderful stay for our honeymoon recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. The Fall colors were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Very clean and we had everything we needed. Loved the quiet area. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

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

Great

Awesome experience during our stay. Beautiful place and just as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benny M.

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

Very nice and clean place with a nice view

Had a great time here nice clean place with a great view host was very quick to answer any questions we had would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming to the area
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne N.

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

Great stay

The cabin is beautiful, the view is beautiful. It was the perfect spot for us to be and catch up with family we haven’t seen in a long time. Thank you for making our trip great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Great

Great place to stay. We had a good time riding trails
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Mena

Great property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris p.

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

Fantastic

Absolutely terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

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

Overlook weekend

This is a luxury cabin with a cozy feel. There is plenty of space for a family and though it was two of us, it was perfect for our relaxing getaway. We enjoyed the fire pit, hot tub, and were close to the West trailhead. Our experience was more than expected. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree F.

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

We’ll be right back!

This home is perfect for two couples and a bunch of kids. The property is brand new and immaculate, the jacuzzi was a perfect finish to a long day and the kids LOVED the retro arcade game with 427 options!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo B.

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

Relaxing

We were from seven to seventy three in ages and there was something for all of us to do. The teenagers and young adults loved the kayaking, fishing and swimming while the older ones watched. The cabin was super and met our needs. We enjoyed watching deer passing through. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beautiful & Peaceful

The Overlook cabin was absolutely stunning and the location added to it's beauty. It was a very peaceful and relaxing place which made it a 5 star trip for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael & Jessica Myers

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Bethesda Overlook is part of Bethesda Lake Resort & Cabins, a mountain destination created by Michael and Jessica Myers near Mena, Arkansas in the Ouachita Mountains.

Bethesda Lake was constructed in 1925 and was originally intended to be the centerpiece of a resort development that included lakeside recreation and plans for a golf course. The Great Depression halted those plans before the resort could be completed.

In the early 1930s, the Watkins family purchased the property and operated what became known as Lake Bethesda Resort, building small cabins and opening the lake for seasonal swimming. The resort remained a local gathering place until closing in the late 1960s.

Over the following decades, the property fell into disrepair. The cabins were removed, maintenance declined, and the lake’s beauty became hidden beneath heavy overgrowth.

In 2019, Michael and Jessica purchased Bethesda Lake and the surrounding land with a vision to restore the property and bring new life to this historic setting. Working with skilled local craftsmen, they began transforming the land and building cabins designed to showcase the natural beauty of the Ouachita Mountains.

Today, Bethesda Lake Resort & Cabins spans more than 300 acres and features a growing collection of cabins, with additional mountaintop cabins planned for the future.

Bethesda Overlook welcomed its first guests in 2022 and was designed to provide a comfortable and memorable stay surrounded by lake and mountain views.

Michael and Jessica invite you to experience the property for yourself—because the peaceful setting and views of Bethesda Lake are something you truly have to see in person.

Why they chose this property

Why This Property

Bethesda Overlook offers a unique combination of lake views, mountain scenery, and outdoor adventure in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains.

Located within Bethesda Lake Resort & Cabins, the property overlooks the peaceful waters of Bethesda Lake, where guests can enjoy fishing, swimming, and complimentary kayaking just steps from the cabin while taking in beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

The cabin was designed to comfortably host families and groups, featuring inviting gathering spaces and comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 14 guests. Whether you're enjoying coffee on the porch overlooking the lake or relaxing in the hot tub after a day of exploring, Bethesda Overlook provides the perfect setting to unwind and spend time together.

Guests also enjoy a variety of on-site entertainment, including a video arcade, fire pit, and outdoor games like cornhole, making it easy for everyone to enjoy their stay.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the cabin offers abundant trailer parking and convenient ride-in access to the renowned Wolf Pen Gap ATV trail system just down the road, giving guests access to hundreds of miles of riding through the Ouachita Mountains.

With scenic lake views, outdoor recreation, and comfortable accommodations for groups, Bethesda Overlook is a perfect base for experiencing the beauty and adventure of the Ouachitas.

What makes this property unique

Unique Benefits of This Property

Bethesda Overlook offers a rare combination of scenic lake views, mountain surroundings, and comfortable space for families and groups visiting the Ouachita Mountains.

One of the standout features of the property is its elevated lakeview setting overlooking Bethesda Lake, giving guests beautiful views of the water and surrounding mountains while still being just steps away from lakeside recreation.

Guests can enjoy fishing, swimming, and complimentary kayaking on heavily stocked Bethesda Lake, making it easy to spend the day on the water without leaving the property.

The cabin was thoughtfully designed to accommodate up to 14 guests, with comfortable gathering spaces both inside and outside where families and groups can relax and spend time together.

Bethesda Overlook also features a variety of on-site entertainment, including a private hot tub, video arcade, fire pit, and outdoor games like cornhole—making it easy for guests of all ages to enjoy their stay.

For adventure seekers, the property also provides abundant trailer parking and convenient ride-in access to the famous Wolf Pen Gap ATV trail system, along with hundreds of miles of riding throughout the surrounding Ouachita Mountains.

The combination of lake views, outdoor recreation, and a comfortable mountain cabin setting makes Bethesda Overlook a memorable destination for families and groups exploring the Ouachitas.

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