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Family-sized escape w/game room on 10 acres of pristine forest. Pet friendly!

Top rated by guests

The Grotto. Vacation is our love language.

Enjoy your morning coffee at the cafe table.

Combo Keurig/Drip coffee maker plus a selection of leaded and unleaded options.

New pullout sofa includes a dream-like mattress cover.

Everything you need to feel right at home.

10.0Outstanding

(33 Ratings)

"It was an amazing, peaceful,relaxing getaway among the trees! Beautiful setting, home , the rear deck with fire pit. Wonderful experience! We will be back!! Thank you Brian!"

John M.

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10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

House in Arkansas

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

ESCAPE TO THE GROTTO
Your four-bedroom retreat awaits on 10 acres of pristine forest in the Ouachita mountains. Enjoy the finest comforts and the most thoughtful touches, all in a breathtaking setting that will recharge your soul. (Pets welcomed too!)

Tucked at the end of a winding country road, you will be just minutes from quaint Mt. Ida, Lake Ouachita, bike trails, crystal mines, and more. Watch the deer as you sip your morning coffee on the front porch and enjoy the sunrise. Hike up the wooded hillside along trickling streams. Stargaze without a trace of light pollution on the multi-level back deck.

Amenities at Family-sized escape w/game room on 10 acres of pristine forest. Pet friendly!

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Arkansas

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Ruland Junction Train Museum

Cabot City Park

Cockrills Country Critters

Cornelius Falls

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

10.0Outstanding

(33 Ratings)

"It was an amazing, peaceful,relaxing getaway among the trees! Beautiful setting, home , the rear deck with fire pit. Wonderful experience! We will be back!! Thank you Brian!"

John M.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

House in Arkansas

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Map of Arkansas

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Ruland Junction Train Museum

Cabot City Park

Cockrills Country Critters

Cornelius Falls

About this house rental

ESCAPE TO THE GROTTO
Your four-bedroom retreat awaits on 10 acres of pristine forest in the Ouachita mountains. Enjoy the finest comforts and the most thoughtful touches, all in a breathtaking setting that will recharge your soul. (Pets welcomed too!)

Tucked at the end of a winding country road, you will be just minutes from quaint Mt. Ida, Lake Ouachita, bike trails, crystal mines, and more. Watch the deer as you sip your morning coffee on the front porch and enjoy the sunrise. Hike up the wooded hillside along trickling streams. Stargaze without a trace of light pollution on the multi-level back deck.

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

It was an amazing, peaceful,relaxing getaway among the trees! Beautiful setting, home , the rear deck with fire pit. Wonderful experience! We will be back!! Thank you Brian!

10.0 / 10.0

This was hands down the best vacation rental home we’ve stayed at. The owners thought of and provided for EVERYTHING. The grotto is perfect for any family and has entertainment for all ages. It has a very recently remodeled and modern interior. Very clean. The outdoor space was also great. The back deck is very secluded and feels like it is in the middle of the forest which made it a great place to sit by the smokeless fire pit and cook s’mores.

10.0 / 10.0

We were looking for quiet and serene and that is exactly what we found at The Grotto. The home is comfortable and inviting. Communications with Brian and Collen were fast and easy, Would definitely recommend a visit here.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a wonderful stay at The Grotto for our crystal digging weekend! The cabin was clean, cozy and had everything we needed after a full day crystal digging. The location was perfect—close to crystal digging sites and town, yet peaceful and relaxing. Our host was welcoming and responsive, making everything easy. Highly recommend for a perfect getaway!

10.0 / 10.0

It was a beautiful place to stay. Looks like they really put a lot of time and effort into it.

8.0 / 10.0

Communication and check in was so simple. The property was clean. The view was serene. The kids enjoyed it and are ready for another weekend get away!

10.0 / 10.0

We had a great time. The house was really nice and had plenty of room for us. We loved listening to the birds and watching the bunnies in the meadow.

10.0 / 10.0

This was perfect for our extended family gathering! We were in town for a family reunion and this location was perfect for our part of the bigger group.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved, loved, loved this place! Also, the owners were so communicative and didn’t blink an eye when I asked if I might be able to add two people (they didn't end up coming but the owners were so open and generous with my request). This place is perfect, peaceful and a wonderful getaway! I wish I could give it ten stars!

10.0 / 10.0

Second time staying in this house and it didn't disappoint. Owners provided comfortable and whimsical decor.We had excellent communication with the owners.

10.0 / 10.0

Very beautiful place, and very peaceful. The Host's are the most thoughtful folks that we have ever stayed with. We stayed to get away, and celebrate our anniversary. They left an anniversary card at the front door! You can just feel the love and kindness in their home. We will without a doubt be repeat customers.

10.0 / 10.0

Our family enjoyed our time at the Grotto. We loved spending the evenings on the back deck eating dinner and making s’mores. The house had everything we needed with plenty of clean towels, blankets, paper towels, toilet paper, spacious laundry room, a stocked kitchen etc. The kids enjoyed exploring the yard and didn’t want to leave. I would definitely recommend!

8.0 / 10.0

Very cute house and really nice location. The property was beautiful and the surrounding cities and parks had lots of fun stuff to do. Everything was very clean and orderly when we arrived, the only problem I had was that the hair trap had been forgotten and the shower flooded out into the hall and into a neighboring bedroom in the few minutes it took for anyone to notice a problem. But Brian and Colleen were very helpful and had quick responses via text with offers of sending their cleaners out asap. Favorites from our stay include the record player in the game room, the lovely deck area, and the raccoon and bunny friends we saw hanging out together in the front yard on our last day.

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed the beautiful home surrounded by woods. It was a great place to have fun and enjoy time with family from Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Hosts have thought of everything to make the stay comfortable. Loved it! Highly recommend!!

10.0 / 10.0

The Grotto was perfect for our family, fur babies included! The kids toys were such a great added bonus, and everything was clean and easily accessible! The welcome book inside was so detailed and answered every question we could have had, and the labels and notes throughout the house were so thorough. Beds were comfy, and the back porch view was the perfect place for coffee in the mornings! The privacy made every bit of our stay peaceful and the grounds were wonderful to explore. We will definitely book here again for our next trip to Mt Ida!

10.0 / 10.0

The house and location was perfect! We So enjoyed the beauty of the house and the woods surrounding the property. So comfortable and the host was the best. Prompt replies and genuinely wanted our stay what we hoped for. I can't say enough. We definitely will book again the next time we come through. Thanks again. Dennis and Linda

10.0 / 10.0

Only a short drive to town, but you wouldn't know it. It was so quiet and peaceful and had all the amenities one needs to be comfortable. It was lovely.

10.0 / 10.0

What a wonderful place to stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything you could possibly need (plus lots of extras). It is a place that the owners have taken great pride in. They were very responsive to an early check-in. What a peaceful place!

10.0 / 10.0

Long weekend, just the two of us. The property was spotless, everything worked, very private!

10.0 / 10.0

House was very clean , beds were very comfortable, there were tools and gloves for searching for crystals charcoal and lighter fluid everything you would need for a fantastic weekend.

10.0 / 10.0

Everything was clean, location was awesome, and we'll definitely be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Very peaceful. Nice location , easy to find.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent place to stay!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Stayed only one night so we could be nearby camp ozark to pick up kids from camp next morning. Great place, wish i could have stayed longer.

10.0 / 10.0

We came up to Mt. Ida to get away from the Texas heat, well, on that we failed, but we stumbled into a gem of a short term rental at the Grotto, the decorations were fantastic, the property well maintained, and the amenities were perfect for our family of 4. We did everything from hanging out in Hot Springs to finding a hidden spot by the River about 9 miles away (Be careful it is a 7 mile dirt/gravel road) - but when we got there, it was amazing. The town of Mt. Ida was fantastic, the people friendly and we never lacked for fun things to do, the Grotto was perfect in that we played lots of family games around the kitchen table and many many fooseball games in which our youngest son age 20 let us all know that he was undefeated for the week - GRRR - next time I will get him....So from our family to whomever is thinking of coming to this area of Arkansas - we give the Grotto our highest rating - awesome place !

10.0 / 10.0

This property is exactly what we were looking for. It’s quiet and secluded. Everything in the house has been updated, which made our stay easy and comfortable.

10.0 / 10.0

Wifey and I booked it for 2 nights with our daughters family. It was perfect for us and Brian was very prompt and helpful when I had questions. I’d recommend The Grotto to everyone.

10.0 / 10.0

We were in Mt. Ida to pick up my son from camp. I was so excited to find a pet friendly place where we could do laundry and cook our meals. The Grotto was the perfect spot! As soon as we walked in it felt so cozy and welcoming. The decor is perfect and gives off such a clean and fresh feel. We were greeted with a sweet note from the host and a s’mores kit! They had me at the s’mores kit for sure. 😆. All rooms were themed which added to the flair of this place. The deck off the living room was such a fun and relaxing spot for us to soak up nature. We even had deer hanging out in the evenings and early morning so that was a treat. The fire pit kept my kids entertained with marshmallow roasting and my son enjoyed exploring the wood’s surrounding the home as he hunted for crystals. It’s in a great location to visit hot springs for restaurants, Murfreesboro to visit the Crater of Diamonds, and Glenwood to rent Kayaks. The Grotto is a great stay and we look forward to renting next summer. ☀️

10.0 / 10.0

We had a very nice stay. The property was excellent!

10.0 / 10.0

This was our first time renting a house for a vacation. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The hosts, property and accommodations were wonderful! Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect place to get away and do some crystal digging!

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Family-sized escape w/game room on 10 acres of pristine forest. Pet friendly!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Family-sized escape w/game room on 10 acres of pristine forest. Pet friendly! pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Family-sized escape w/game room on 10 acres of pristine forest. Pet friendly!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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