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Cabin in the Forest/Mountains

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
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Snuggled into the Appalachian Mountains, Hill Top Lodging offers a secluded retreat. Follow the twinkling lights in the forest to your cabin and enjoy strolls through rock and river trails with provided walking sticks. Unplug in a cozy loft bedroom with plush bedding or relax by a crackling fire on your private deck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabin in the Forest/Mountains

Nestled in the serene ridges of the Ouachita National Forest, down a country road that feels like a path into the forest, Hill Top Lodging presents a charming romantic retreat. The ridges crisscross around your view while Sugarloaf and Poteau Mountains stand proudly in contrast. Perfect for couples seeking both relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a peaceful retreat, this cozy cabin offers the perfect backdrop to unforgettable memories. The cabin interior is designed to enhance your experience, featuring a crackling potbelly stove, plush furnishings, full bath, and a well-equipped kitchen where you can whip up a romantic meal together. As the sun dips below the horizon, unwind with a glass of wine and a good book or gather around the outdoor fire pit to roast marshmallows and share stories. Surrounded by the soothing sounds of the forest, imagine soaking in a hot tub under a canopy of stars. Let the tranquility of Hill Top Lodging envelope you, making each moment an opportunity to connect with nature and one another. Here, time slows, and the simple joys of life take center stage, creating a sanctuary where you can truly escape and recharge. Let's Unplug!

Guests Enjoy...
Weber Grill
Private Deck
King-sized Plush Bed
Overstuffed Leather Chair
2 Fluffy Robes
Smores Package
Rocking Adirondack Chairs
2 Climate Controls
Satellite WIFI: for those who need to stay plugged in 2 options
LodgeStarLink: FREE Password enjoy4stay
CabinStarLink: $25 per stay

Enjoy quality time together, watching the calming mist come up through the hollow, hovering softly over the trees. Quietly watching for the neighboring deer, headed down the rock paths to the river for a quick drink from the river. Please take care to not leave extra food outside. Our local tiny thieves (raccoons) will help themselves.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No pets on furniture or unattended

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are checked in w/booking & agree to pet rules

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cabin in the Mountains Cabin
Cabin in the Mountains Hackett
Cabin in the Mountains Cabin Hackett

About the neighborhood

Map
AR, Hackett

What's nearby

  • Basketball Court - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Bonanza Park - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Bell Park - 25 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Choctaw Casino Too-Pocola - 27 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Fort Smith Convention Center - 38 min drive - 42.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simple Simon's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪J and D Custom Meat Processing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Restraunt - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lazy-D Smokehouse 2 - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin in the Forest/Mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin in the Forest/Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin in the Forest/Mountains?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin in the Forest/Mountains located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Basketball Court, Bonanza Park, and Davy Park. Buckner Park and Imani Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Cabin in the Forest/Mountains Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, peaceful and very clean. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Beautiful property!

If you are wanting a beautiful, scenic place to unplug and rest, this is the perfect place. The cabin was clean and nicely decorated. I'd love to come back here every fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaShonda C.

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

Beautiful little cabin in the woods

We had a great stay! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

15th wedding anniversary getaway

Fantastic Will definitely stay here again Beautiful views very very secluded, perfect romantic getaway!!!! I would give it a 11/10 if we could!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Great 2nd Honeymoon

The cabin and view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael E.

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

Anniversary Getaway.

Overall it was a nice get away, the upstairs stayed on the warmer side, limited WiFi & Cellular service at the cabin inside or out. Everything else was great, loved the bed/topper, kitchen well stocked, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

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

Adorable, isolated cabin in the woods

No complaints here. Great property, very nice hottub and bed, AND working garbage disposal (so many leave out this feature). Everyone had a lovely time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great stay

We enjoyed our weekend stay very much. The second story loft was incredibly hot. The AC did not cool it very well. View was amazing, hot tub was great and the cabin itself was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

M. L. B.

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

Wonderful honeymoon stay at the cabin

We had a wonderful time in this cabin in the mountains. It was close enough proximity to visit hiking trails, like devils dens State Park and Hevner Runestone Park, but also able to take in the secluded nature of the cabin. We got to visit Flying Q ranch and catch a movie at the Malco in fort smith both during our last full day. The bedroom loft was a little warm since it’s the peak of summer, but the host had already provided a couple of fans, ice tray in the freezer, and some cold drinks in the refrigerator to keep us cool and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek L.

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

Serene and relaxing stay

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin! We appreciated the thoughtfulness that the owner obviously put into the cabin. Waiters for the nearby river for fishing hung on a rack, hot chocolate, snacks, candy and popcorn were on the counter, you can tell they care. The location was so peaceful and quiet! The hot tub on the back porch was our favorite part - it was the perfect spot to watch the sun rise. I saw a few mention the loft being hot, and it seemed they had installed an ac upstairs to help with that so that wasn’t a problem. I did get cold a few nights, but it wasn’t a damper. We went to the nearby river to fish and the owner let us borrow some fishing poles. We were able to catch a few small bass. We’d love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeana C.

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

Relaxing Weekend

My husband and I drove up from Texas for a quiet NYE. We had intended on doing some hiking in the area but it was so cozy, we never left the property - just read, walked around the property, hung out in the hot tub and listened to music. It’s decorated so cute and the beds are very comfy, plenty of blankets, towels, etc. There is a beautiful view from the porch. We didn’t end up using the fire pit because it rained quite a bit but there was firewood available. It got below freezing but the heater works really well so it wasn’t a problem. The kitchen was stocked with all the basic tools you need to make your meals. It is a great place to stay for a quiet weekend away from everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Steven M.

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

Nice

It was very nice, cozy and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

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

Great weekend getaway....

It was great to get away for the weekend in the quiet hills and disconnect. Great weekend relaxing and reading books without the distraction of a TV or digital media!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Cabin in the Mountain

This property was stunning. From a well decorated cozy cabin to a hottub with an exceptional view. Close enough to a small town to get groceries. Far enough away from everything to get some peace of mind. Will definitely look at visiting this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juanita H.

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

Serene Stay

We went to have a quiet, relaxing few days away from it all, and were not disappointed. The cabin was clean and quiet, just right! Host was attentive and worked to make our stay perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Peaceful

Such a great location We didn’t want to leave The cabin is beautiful. Trails well marked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Perfect weekend!

We absolutely loved our stay here! If you are looking for peace and quiet, this is the place for you. Everything was super clean and decorated with personal touches that made us feel right at home. The hot tub on the deck was perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and breakfast each morning at the patio table while listening to the birds singing was a close second. The sunrise views from the loft were amazing! Just about a 20 min drive to town for supplies, and there a couple of Dollar Generals that are even closer. Brenda was quick to respond to all messages and was super helpful with everything. Would recommend this place to anyone wanting to get away from it all and enjoy some relaxation time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

josh a.

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

Quaint

Nice secluded property, clean and cozy. Enjoyed my stay here!! Only thing id add is a pool net for hot tub and a toaster 😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina L.

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

Amazing and beautiful

We had the most amazing time in this cabin! Everything about it was perfect. Definitely planning on coming back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Shreveport

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to just getaway from everything. Very quiet and beautiful. Ft Smith was still only an easy 20 minute drive away as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

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

A little slice of heaven

I booked the cabin for a weeklong getaway and absolutely loved the place. It was peaceful and quiet and it's hard to top waking up to the breathtaking view every morning. I've been gushing about it to my friends and family for the last week.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Fantastic Escape

My Wife, Son and I stayed at Brenda’s Cabin for spring break and it was an excellent experience. The property is beautiful and interesting. We explored and played on the rocky boulders along the cliff side and went down the trail to the river where we skipped rocks and did some lite fishing. The hot tub was ready to go and was a welcome reprieve after hiking all day. The Cabin was very comfortable and warm. The beds were cozy too. Clean towels and linens were provided on arrival and refreshed mid way through our stay. The kitchen is stocked with necessities and the propane grill worked well. Nearest grocery store was about a 20 minute drive. There is some internet connectivity but we did not use it too much. There are excellent national parks and other trails within driving distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024