Escape to The Carriage House Inn's Cottage, nestled on the historic Shaver House estate. Experience the charm of a private cottage with access to beautiful gardens, an outside dining area, and a stone cobbled fire pit. Enjoy your own fully-equipped kitchen and cozy living room with TV/DVD. Take advantage of weekly housekeeping for extended stays.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 293 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
The current price is ¥22,056
¥22,056
¥28,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.
The Carriage House Inn’s, The Cottage, located on the National Historic Registered Shaver House estate. The Cottage is the original 1898 carriage house of the historic Shaver home. Guests enjoy their own private Cottage on the historic acre estate. Amenities include: Private parking, access to the Shaver House gardens, with outside dining and grilling areas, hammock, stone cobbled fire pit (marshmallow roast and bon-fire set-up available upon request).
One bedroom, one bathroom 1000 sq. ft. cottage with living room, dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. Upstairs Bedroom with a King Size bed and picturesque window overlooking Rich Mountain. Eat-in Kitchenette equipped with stove, range, microwave, fridge/freezer, plates, glasses and cutlery. Living Room includes full-size couch, oversized chair, TV/DVD, writing desk and rocking chair. For extended stays, weekly housekeeping will be provided. All guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
Walking distance from Janssen Park and Historic Downtown Mena: Spas, Boutiques, Antiques, Art Gallery, Theatre, Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop, Coffee Shops, Diner, Restaurants, Grocery Store, Farmer’s Market, Library, Hiking and Biking Trails and more.
Attractions: * 4 minute drive to Talimena Scenic Drive and Ouachita National Forest trails. *15 minutes drive to Board Camp Crystal Mine *30 minutes to Kayak and ATV access points. * Popular destination for Motorcyclists with access to fabulous scenic runs. *15 minutes to family friendly farm and homestead. (Market, Pick-your-own, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze and Christmas Tree Farm) * Ouachita National Forrest hiking, fishing, canoeing, mountain biking and trail running.
The Carriage House Inn is your relaxing small-town getaway you always dreamed of!
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
About the neighborhood
Mena is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queen Wilhelmina State Park and Janssen Park, while Mena Art Gallery and Ouachita Little Theatre are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Mena travel guide
Is Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home. on Mar 7, 2026 start from ¥22,056, excluding 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?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home. located?
Situated in Mena, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Janssen Park and Polk County Library. Mena Art Gallery and Ouachita Little Theatre are also within 15 minutes.
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Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home. Reviews
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The carrage house was very quite and private. The location for walking around town is very convenient. Wish we could have stayed long enough to meet the chickens. Would stay again.
As soon as we walked in the door, the soothing sound of classical music hit our ears. The entire place felt warm and welcoming. The cottage had a cozy yet sophisticated feel. It warmed my heart when I found the two homemade chocolate chip cookies on the counter for us when we arrived. Beautiful, clean, and comfortable stay. One of the best places booked for an overnight getaway.
Beautiful home, loved the area, super convenient, and cozy. Only downside is all the sheets, blankets, mats and towels are white, in an area with red clay.
This place is so cute. It’s very clean and the hostess always bakes cookies and puts them in the kitchen for us. It’s a beautiful property as well & close to downtown. We always stay here when passing through town!
Just one night so we could visit with my husband’s family from Gravis. Lovely little historic cottage. Would definitely stay again if ever back in the area.
Teraleann H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We make periodic visits to Mena and ever since discovering The Carriage House Inn a few years ago this is our go-to place to stay. The hosts, Ashley and Scott are wonderful and they strive to provide the best possible guest experience.
Loved this property! Plus...you get the use of the beautiful grounds....we sat under the white lights at night in the midst of the pretty landscaping....rock paths, etc. A lovely place to stay! Very clean, a comfy bed, nice towels and linens....overall a great experience!
We have stayed here 3 times and each time Ashley and her husband are always gracious and kind. I would always recommend staying here to anyone. Her chocolate chip cookies are delicious.
JANET M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Howard
Sep 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique place. Nothing fancy but it was a great place to relax. Grounds were special with sitting areas and a fire pit. Would book again
One of the most cozy places for a pair of experienced travelers. The layout ond style embraces across multi generations. Gives a filling of a studio apartment.