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Living area
Bathroom
Private kitchen
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Buffalo National River

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Ponca, AR
  • Place, Ponca Elk Education Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Valley Hiking Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Price is avg per night

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About this property

This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River.

Centered between Boxley and Ponca, the Villines Farmhouse is less than a five minute drive from the Lost Valley hiking trail, a very short drive to Ponca where one can rent canoes and float the Buffalo River, view the majestic bluffs of Steel Creek, hike Center Point trail just above Ponca to Hemmed in Hollow and Goats Bluff, or hike the Buffalo River hiking trail. From the front porch during rut season you can view herds of elk in the fields bordering the Buffalo River and watch bull elk spar over the harem. The fields viewed from the front porch are the prime place for the elk to gather during the fall and winter.
The Villines farmhouse was remodeled in 2023, It comes with luxury bedding, a full kitchen, three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The Villines farm is also 100% offset with solar energy.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
As our floors are a water base finish, please do not leave wet towels on the hardwood floors. Thanks!
Please place all used towels in the showers or on the bathroom floors and leave all linens on the beds.
If any accessory heating or cooling units were used please make sure they are powered off before you leave.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3526387vb
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

Frequently asked questions

Is This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River. located?

Situated in Ponca, this country house is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lost Valley State Park and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Buffalo National River. Ponca Elk Education Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

This is a premier location for Elk viewing and hiking the upper Buffalo River. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doxa Arts Academy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect getaway for my husband's 50th birthday. We had 8 people in our party and everyone slept comfortably. Accommodations were great! Mattie put in a lot of careful thought on the comfort of guests - no detail was left out! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Need to get your check in info before you get there because there is no signal once you get there to be able to access it. Location was great to paddle Boxely or Poca. Kyle’s Landing was good too but a bit of a drive. The accommodation were fabulous!!!! Loved the hot tub and fire pit after a day on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly and close to all the activities we wanted to visit. I highly recommend this house if you need a place to take your family, it's a perfect home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karla b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, nicely furnished with a fully stocked kitchen. The fenced in backyard was perfect size for my small dog to explore. It included a hot tub, propane gas grill, picnic table and outdoor sofa. I loved to sit there in the morning and listen to the birds in the morning and watch the sunset in the evenings from the hot tub. All of the 5 star hikes are within a 15 minute drive as well as the upper Buffalo River.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the best location to see the elk. The property was clean, beautifully updated, and Mattie is a great host. Very detailed oriented and we had fresh flowers, coffee, fully stocked kitchen, fire pit, hot tub, bbq grill. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Friends getaway weekend

It was a lovely and comfortable space. We stayed there with some friends and loved the outdoor living space and the house! Kitchen was well stocked and would stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

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

Amazing and peaceful

We absolutely loved our stay !! All of the old details in this home were so neat. We absolutely love the peace and quiet of this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alesha G.

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

Great house near the upper Buffalo River

This was our second year in this great property. Very clean nice place. The owner left us fresh flowers which was a very nice touch. This home has everything you need for a great stay. We loved sitting on the front porch enjoying watching for Elk and beautiful horses. .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn I.

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

5 Stars!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The home is beautiful and is in a great location to view elk, visit Steel Creek, or hike trails. The owner went above and beyond to ensure we were satisfied with our accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brayden F.

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

Perfect Getaway

This VRBO was absolutely perfect for our weekend getaway. The fenced in backyard was a great touch for our dog to get out and run around, and we loved the rocking chairs on the front porch. The house was a 4 minute drive to the Buffalo River, so you know we went swimming every day of our trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ragan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can not say enough wonderful things about this place. The location is of course fantastic. We were able to see elk just up the road both days we were there, but the property is also really fantastic. We really enjoyed waking up and watching the cows across the street from our window or on the porch while drinking coffee. And maybe best of all, being greeted by and watching the friendly horses next door. The house is beautiful, clean, cozy and well appointed. From the fully stocked kitchen including spices, appliances, coffee bar, etc to games and toys for your kids and a hot tub. Anything you could want or need was available. Had a couple questions before check in and the host was very quick to respond. Would definitely stay again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Family trip

This house is beautiful inside and out and perfect location for easy viewing of elk. We had everything we needed. We didn't get to enjoy the hot tub as we weren't aware there was one but next time we certainly will. We enjoyed a nice fire on the patio both nights and made s'mores. We look forward to staying again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Please stay here!You will not regret your choice. We have stayed here before and couldn’t wait to return. It would comfortably sleep 7 people but my husband and I love it so much we stay here and never go upstairs. It is so comfortable and even the smallest of needs are met. It is the perfect location for views the elk in the fall. Each day we sat in the living room and watch one grazing in the pasture across the road. Internet is great at the house but don’t expect AT&T service when you drive around. I cannot comment on the hot tub, we chose not use it. The host is great and yes, we will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

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

Weekend in the Ozarks

The house was situated in a perfect location for hiking, biking and rock climbing in the Ozarks. We spent the weekend with family visiting from NY. The house was in great condition and had many amenities including the best kitchen setup I've ever seen in a rental house. I highly recommend staying here if you are looking for an Ozark getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie J.

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

Fabulous Farmhouse

We loved our time at the farmhouse! It was very clean, had a well stocked kitchen and the owner literally thought of everything! Location could not have been better! The Boxley elk were in the field, across the road almost the whole weekend. We took photographs from the front porch! The owner went above and beyond! We plan on staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

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

Luxurious Comfort

We felt right at home, with every little comfort and need thought of and provided for. From the most comfortable blankets to cozy up with, to nice toiletries and coffee provided, our host took great care of us and was quick to respond to messages. The hot tub was so nice to come home to after a day of hiking. The location was perfectly situated between all of the must-see Ozark & Buffalo River areas. The beds were very comfortable and the whole house was very clean, tidy, and beautiful. We hope to stay here again during the summer and fall seasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Amazing time!

We loved our stay at this home. We have made this trip 4 years in a row, but it’s our first time staying at Mattie’s home. It was absolutely perfect. Well stocked with anything you could need for cooking. Clean and beautiful. Also, The horses next door were so fun for the kids to walk with along the fence line❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

The Hosts Care!

The couple that own this beautiful home care about customer service. Very clean, quiet, and comfortable home at the bottom of this historic valley. Everything works, and they pay attention to details. The two friendly horses and the dog from next door made our group feel welcomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alesha G.

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

Amazing Farmhouse

This property has been immaculately renovated and maintained. It’s beautifully decorated and the owner has thought of every detail. They even left fresh flowers on the table for us. We messaged the owner with a couple of questions and she responded almost immediately. The back patio is wonderful for a group. Every morning and evening we had a view of the elk in Boxley Valley right from the rocking chairs on our front porch. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

A gem in Boxley!

I felt like I was home! The attention to detail provided here was beyond superb. The town was so far away, so the kitchen was well stocked with coffees, teas, and much more. A focal point for our family when traveling is a well-appointed kitchen, and this kitchen definitely checked that box. From high-end appliances all the way down to an air fryer, the numerous pots, pans, and spices made our cooking experience exceptional. The house was so cozy and clean with comfortable spaces that sometimes we just hung out and sat on the front porch watching the elk and turkey graze across the street.The house is centrally located for access to the Buffalo River and hiking trails in the river valley.The host was excellent, and I will definitely stay here again on trips to the Ponca area!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonan T.

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

This is the place to stay!

This property is in the exact location one needs to be for elk watching. I cannot express enough, the cleanliness of the home. We loved the quaintness yet very luxurious feeling of the home. The kitchen is fully stocked with absolutely anything you need to prepare a meal. Fresh flowers greeted us upstairs & downstairs an extra special touch. Even though it was just my husband and myself due to a change of plans, we only went upstairs one time. I would return and stay there for the cleanliness and location. We love the fact that we were able to bring our little dog also.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clayton B.

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

This is where you want to stay

We've stayed at many different places around Ponca - this has been the best. I could live in this home and be happy the rest of my life. Three private bedrooms, two with sitting areas , two lovely, spacious bathrooms. We took a shower with a storm brewing in the skylight above. We had a pastry chef with us and we all like to cook - the kitchen was so well laid out and large, we made some spectacular meals. From the long massive wood dining table we watched the sunrise and the horses wandering across the hill. They came up to the fence where we could stroke their necks and give them a kiss on the forehead. The front porch, well just look at the pictures. We loved being able to go up and down the road, a mile either direction, and find the Elk herd. So many things, all a hop skip and jump away (2 minutes - 15 minutes). Lost Valley Trail (among the many trails), Steel Creek Campground with its' massive cliffs where the creek (spring fed) and the Buffalo River converge (we waded into the water where they converge), Twin Falls (actually three) on the road to Camp Orr (they were all flowing), historical homesites from the 1800's ..... The town of Ponca, a mile or so up the road, has two small stores. We rented canoes and went on a four hour float then came back and got ice cream. Now we are back home. (insert sad emoji here)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025