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Unwind in the Ozarks

Holiday home in Oark with kitchen

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Exterior
Queen size bedroom
Full size bedroom
Room
Twin size bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Oark, AR
  • Place, Ozark National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the Ozarks
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Wiederkehr Wine Cellars
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Unwind in the Ozarks

Our restored historic farmhouse is located in the Ozarks in the small town of Oark.

Be fully prepared to experience the charm and culture of a slower pace.

You may choose to stay in and enjoy the friendly locals or venture out to the numerous unforgettable hikes or the many water activities on the Mulberry. Visit the quaint communities or go for a scenic drive!

The farmhouse is located on scenic highway 215 as well as steps from the Oark General Store (the oldest continuously running general store in Arkansas), a great place for breakfast and burgers. The farmhouse sits right across the street from the store.

Nestled in the Mulberry Valley, Oark, a previously isolated community has become a destination for many. It’s the natural beauty that draws most and after experiencing the genuine warmth and southern charm, most return again and again.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Oark

Oark is home to this holiday home. Walton Fine Arts Center and Johnson County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wiederkehr Wine Cellars and Vineyard and Chateau Aux Arc Winery.
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Map
Oark, AR

What's nearby

  • Ozark National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Ludwig - 31 min drive - 37.4 km
  • University of the Ozarks - 31 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Wiederkehr Wine Cellars - 39 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Post Winery - 40 min drive - 55.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Oark General Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catalpa Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind in the Ozarks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unwind in the Ozarks?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unwind in the Ozarks on 28 Dec 2025 start from AU$288.96, 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 Unwind in the Ozarks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind in the Ozarks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind in the Ozarks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unwind in the Ozarks located?

Situated in Oark, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ozark National Forest and within 25 miles (40 km) of White River and University of the Ozarks. Lake Ludwig and Walton Fine Arts Center are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location we were there to explore the area and it was a convenient location with a relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unwind in the Ozarks is named appropriately. This house has always been a good place to rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I always love staying at this property. It’s a quaint little house that makes you feel comfy cozy. If you’re looking for updated brand, new amenities, you might want to book somewhere else. This house has nothing but old world charm, and we love it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfert for me! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Nice as always

We have stayed here several times. Feels like home when we stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Oark Awesome

3rd year at the house. Great spot, house and Mary is always great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond R.

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

Home away from home.

We enjoyed our stay. The location was centralized to the places we wanted to see and the house was very nice. Lots of hunters in the area during this time of year.

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

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

Fall Color Weekend

2nd time staying at this property and the experience was just as awesome as the first. Great central location for mountain roads and it is right next to Oark Cafe. Home is super clean and a classic old house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Mcloud, Oklahoma

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

Great Country Atmosphere

This property has it all, charming, peaceful, rich in comfort. We have stayed here quite a few times and always enjoy our stay. Great Hosts and amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S., Punta Gorda, FL

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

Relaxation found here!

The home was so comfortable and pretty. We enjoyed everything about it and after our days of exploring the area we enjoyed porch sittin’. We were so happy to have had the opportunity to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Came to ride UTV

Really liked the location of the property, made it very convenient to go to breakfast at the Oark general store.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Oark Splediferus

Fantastic place to stay right by the cafe and store. Mary is an amazing person.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

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

2nd visit

Once again a great visit with Miss Mary!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Dirt biking the Ozark Mountains

House is so nice and enjoyable. Mary is always a great host. We'll be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute and historic house built in the 1930’s. Had A/C and heat & Wifi and Ruku TV. Great place to have some family time. In a beautiful area in the Ozarks. Host was so nice. The general store and breakfast place was right in front of the property. A great place to get away.

8/10 Good

Cindy S.

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

Arkanstol

We were there to take part in the Arkanstol air show. We stayed at this Vrbo as was close and the place was quiet and he everything we needed. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tonya A.

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

Nice House

The house was nice and spacious for our group of 6. Had room for trailers and side by sides. Awesome area for riding. And the restaurant in front of the house is good. If you’re planning on doing lots of cooking might want to bring your own supplies as they have a limited amount of cookware. The beds were great if you like a firm bed. The communication with owners was great. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Mcloud, Oklahoma

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

Gem in the Ozarks

This is the best little Gem in the Ozarks. Great location, beautiful surroundings, peaceful and friendly. You could almost call it a bed and breakfast with the Oark general store across the street with great food and top notch hospitality. Big shout out to the Owner, Mary. She is the icing on the cake. Already planning a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Dry

Drove 300 hundred miles to eat at Mountain View Bistro Oark Ark. Fantastic just 1/2 mile from cottage, excellent food deserts and service. Will return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

SXS Riding

We rented this cabin with some friends for a SXS riding weekend and its a great property and better host. Convenient location to trail heads, Oark General Store is great for fuel, food and last minute items you forgot. Mary and Katie are great hosts for the property and its meets its description. We've stayed here multiple times and this won't be our last stay either. See you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Cozy Cottage in Oark

The house was beautiful, immaculate, and cozy! The kitchen was well equipped for all cooking needs. Each room is decorated wonderfully. The living room couches were very comfortable. The entire house has such great character. We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Thank you! (My only suggestion- mattress pads for the beds- comfy beds are a must.)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Sweet surroundings make for a restful stay in tiny mountain town

A friend and I stayed for one night on a recent exploration trip. Technology and appliances seemed to be just fine. Coziness factor was wonderful. Beds were comfy as well. It’s an old structure—the hardwood floors pop a bit sometimes, and that’s totally normal. The door hinges could use a little WD-40. I really liked how each room could control its own temperature. Mary is very nice and helped us locate an old church we were hoping to photograph. I’m planning to recommend to friends and would like to return for a longer and even more relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host at this property is always on spot with everything. Communication, property access, cleanliness, setup, accessories for cooking. We’ve stayed multiple times and will continue to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. Clean and everything working.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karsen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home has everything you could ever need great location as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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