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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly!. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly!

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay nestled in the Ouachita Mountains. Lake Ouachita, Womble Trail, and Crystal Mining are just minutes away.

The Shady Pines Cottage is your ideal getaway for a quiet and relaxing vacation, in an ideal location! Enjoy watching a sunrise or sunset with a cup of coffee or glass of wine relaxing on the large covered patio!

Hot Springs where there is live horse racing, casino, and wonderful spa experiences is only 40 minutes away.

Stay at Shady Pines Cottage and you are sure to make fantastic memories!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 5349834535HL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Story is home to this cottage. Mountain Harbor Marina and Turtle Cove Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita. Travelling with kids? Consider Gee & Dee Crystal and Nirvana Star Farms. Visit our Story travel guide
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Story, AR

What's nearby

  • Lake Ouachita
    Lake Ouachita
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Twin Falls Richland Wilderness
    Twin Creek
    20 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Night view of the Fordyce Bathhouse visitor center
    Hot Springs National Park
    59 min drive - 79.9 km
  • Wegner Crystal Mines
    26 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Ron Coleman Mine
    60 min drive - 71.6 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Diamante
    12 min drive
  • Dairyette
    13 min drive
  • Mt. Ida Cafe
    12 min drive
  • 270 Cafe
    13 min drive
  • Wayseekers Coffee
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Story cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita. Gee & Dee Crystal and Nirvana Star Farms are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Shady Pines Cottage; A Charming 2-Bedroom Cottage. Pet-Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quiet location with all the amenities we needed: Complete kitchen with many dishes, appliances, and utensils; full-size washer and dryer; lovely covered patio with seating; Smart TV with wi-fi and comfy chairs; soap and conditioner in the showers. We prepared all but two of our meals during our 10-day stay in the cabin and it worked out very well.
Kitchen with side-by-side fridge with ice, electric range, microwave, dishwasher, toaster oven, electric griddle, drip coffee maker, slow cooker, blender, and deep fryer.
From kitchen looking toward living area. Front door on right, door to patio on left.
From living room looking toward kitchen. Two recliners, sofa, and Smart TV.
Shower in Primary/Master bath
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nik T.

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

Perfect get-away

We loved our stay at Shady Pines! The location is nice and close to Mt Ida, but far enough out of town to be super quiet and peaceful. The beds were both very comfortable and the rooms both had plenty of space to settle into. The chest of drawers in both rooms were both more than enough for our clothes as well and didn't even needs the closet. The bathrooms were well done, had solid water pressure and had enough space. The kitchen was nice, had plenty of counter space and covered everything we needed for our stay. The living room was very comfortable, I loved those recliners!We really enjoyed the outdoor space as well. There was a good table and 4 chairs for playing games and having a few drinks on the porch. We didn't use the BBQ grill, but it looked like a solid option as well. The crystal washing table was a nice touch as we picked up a few on our hikes. Also, if you're into stargazing or astrophotography, the night sky here is fantastic. We couldn't have been happier with our stay. It's a beautiful space that felt very warm and inviting. We'll definitely book this one again on our next trip to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property, good location for privacy to enjoy the forest right at your door. Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Precious cabin. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for us and our pets and great location for us to visit the crystal mines and also there was a place for us to clean our crystals.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than advertised. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a wonderful week and our hosts were very helpful and ensured everything was perfect for our stay. Will definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, awesome, home away from home.We would give this a 10 star if possible. One of the most wonderful places we have stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grady w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean. Quiet place plenty of room to walk dogs. Inside home well kept not a thing wrong I could find we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi J.

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

Enchanting

Being able to wake up and go have my coffee on a covered patio with ceiling fans to keep cool despite the summer heat. Even in the middle of the day with temps hitting 98, I was so comfortable. My oldest marveled over the beautiful kitchen, and we all had a great time being able to clean our crystals off from Wegner Mine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025