The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Mount Ida, AR

Ouachita National Forest1 min walk
Nirvana Star Farms5 min drive
Wegner Crystal Mines15 min drive
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

ESCAPE TO THE GROTTO
Your four-bedroom retreat awaits on 10 acres of pristine forest in the Ouachita mountains. Completely renovated, enjoy the finest comforts and the most thoughtful touches, all in a breathtaking setting that will recharge your soul. (Pets welcomed too!)

Tucked at the end of a winding country road, you will be just minutes from quaint Mt. Ida, Lake Ouachita, bike trails, crystal mines, and more. Watch the deer as you sip your morning coffee on the front porch and enjoy the sunrise. Hike up the wooded hillside along trickling streams. Stargaze without a trace of light pollution on the multi-level back deck.

Property manager

Colleen and Brian

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Our deck overlooks the Ouachita River for stunning views. No filter.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Flat fee of $75

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Mount Ida

Located in Mount Ida, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Lake Ouachita and Ouachita National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nirvana Star Farms and Wegner Crystal Mines. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.

Mount Ida, AR

What's nearby

Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk
Nirvana Star Farms - 5 min drive
Wegner Crystal Mines - 15 min drive
Twin Creek - 16 min drive
Lake Ouachita - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Dairyette - 5 min drive
El Diamante Mexican Restaurant - 4 min drive
Mt Ida Cafe - 5 min drive
Subway - 5 min drive
Shack Attack Pizza - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Grotto: 10 Acre 4BR Retreat in the Woods located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Nirvana Star Farms. Wegner Crystal Mines and Lake Ouachita are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David H.

29 Apr 2024

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

Private place in a beautiful town

Long weekend, just the two of us. The property was spotless, everything worked, very private!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

17 Apr 2024

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

Everything you need

House was very clean , beds were very comfortable, there were tools and gloves for searching for crystals charcoal and lighter fluid everything you would need for a fantastic weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane S.

26 Mar 2024

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

Great place to stay!

Everything was clean, location was awesome, and we'll definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

20 Nov 2023

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

Very peaceful

Very peaceful. Nice location , easy to find.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

5 Sept 2023

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

The Grotto

Excellent place to stay!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Colleen and Brian

We are the Trainors. Brian, Colleen and seven kids ranging from age 6 to 22. Some of our favorite times when our oldest kids were still, well, kids were spent on family vacations to a cabin on a little acreage where we could just relax and get away from all the busyness of our day to day life. We bought the Grotto so that we could to continue making family memories that will last a lifetime. And we want to share that experience with you.

Why they chose this property

We are excited to share a special vacation spot with you. When we bought The Grotto it was in need of a lot of love. But the gorgeous 10 wooded acres, friendly community, and a sense of optimism that may not have been completely rational, compelled us to buy the property.

The physical renovations took several months and a lot of help from an amazing contractor. As each room of the house began to take shape we could see our vision coming into focus. We designed The Grotto to be a retreat from the world where we would look forward to spending time with our family. We hope you will enjoy it too.