Ouachita River Haven

Lodge in Pencil Bluff with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Windchimes Cabin | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Magnolia Cabin | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils, paper towels

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi

Explore the area

122 Ouachita River Haven Rd, Pencil Bluff, AR, 71965

Place, Ouachita National Forest
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Twin Creek
Place, Wegner Crystal Mines
‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Magnolia Cabin

2 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Windchimes Cabin

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 12
3 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Enchanted Cabin

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Ouachita Rose

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Pencil Bluff

Ouachita River Haven places you next to Ouachita National Forest and within a 15-minute drive of Dragover Recreation Area. Each of the 8 rooms at this 3-star lodge includes a kitchen, a private yard, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
River Bluff Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles
Fulton Branch Recreation Area - 18 min drive - 8.8 miles
Lake Ouachita - 30 min drive - 17.7 miles
Wegner Crystal Mines - 38 min drive - 20.6 miles

Restaurants

‪La Pasadita - ‬11 min drive
‪P & R Dairy & Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪Yellow Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ouachita River Haven

Lodge in Pencil Bluff with free parking

Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.

32-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens, private yards, and refrigerators are also standard.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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$155 nightly

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

Games
Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

Children's games
Dining table
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

Dock
Firepit
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Kitchen
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
Dogs only
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Firewood fee: USD 5 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ouachita River Haven Lodge

Ouachita River Haven Pencil Bluff

Ouachita River Haven Lodge Pencil Bluff

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Ouachita River Haven?

This lodge is located in Pencil Bluff, just steps from Ouachita National Forest. You'll also find Fulton Branch Recreation Area and Dragover Recreation Area nearby.

Is parking available on site at Ouachita River Haven?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Ouachita River Haven feature a casino?

No, Ouachita River Haven doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ouachita River Haven?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ouachita River Haven?

Couples staying at this lodge will value amenities like a kitchen, river views in some guestrooms, as well as a firepit.

Does Ouachita River Haven have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Ouachita River Haven feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Ouachita River Haven doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Ouachita River Haven allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Ouachita River Haven for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Ouachita River Haven?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Ouachita River Haven?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ouachita River Haven.

Ouachita River Haven Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was very clean nice place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets

Jun 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful time with family. We stayed in the Magnolia Cabin...exceeded our expectations!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family

Jun 8, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cabin needs updating

The cabin was nice but there's several issues. One shower has no water pressure. One of the double beds mattress was really uncomfortable to sleep on and the bed frames squeaks really badly. All water facets will have mold if they don't fix gap issues around them.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

May 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed in a cabin which was very clean. It had Wifi, tv, toaster oven, microwave, coffee, pot,sugar and all the comforts of home

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with group

May 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice cabin with great staff.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Reno

Traveled with partner

Nov 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property sets on a beautiful section of the Ouachita river and is very quiet and peaceful. Owners very nice and hospitable. Loved the place.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Perry

Traveled with family

Nov 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Beautiful river Our cabin had squeaky upstairs. Would wake up other people. Very friendly staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group

Sep 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with family

Sep 8, 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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The cabin was nice & spacious enough for our crew. I couldn't get one A/C unit on. Noticed all window units showed filters needed cleaned. These filters were full of dust. I cleaned them, it was late when we arrived, & didn't want to bother the couple since office was closed. The husband, we enjoyed visiting with the next morning & the river area is awesome. We thoroughly enjoyed going to the river each morning & evening. There is a bug problem, not sure if it was due to the time of the year or just the area but we killed 4 centipedes and 2 large beetle bugs in the cabin. I asked for extra towels due to only 4 towels for a 12 person cabin for 4 days. That seemed to be a problem, that I needed more towels. I was informed that my booking on Hotels.com was for only 4 people. My hotels.com always states 4 people so that my husband & I get large places to stay. My son & his 2 young daughters stayed with us also & my youngest son & wife showed up for a Saturday night stay. I thought nothing of this since it was a 12 person cabin. The Wife owner did not like that I had more than 4 people in the 12 person cabin, informed me she would be charging me for additional people. The booking was already paid for so that didn't happen. But please be aware even though it states Pet Friendly in the hotels.com info there is a $15 per night per dog fee. The owners have since sent me a dog invoice since we have left. Sliding Doors don't lock. Enjoyed but lots of issues.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Jun 28, 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

josh

Apr 21, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A great place, in the woods right off the river. Quiet and enjoyable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Oct 20, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Cozy cabin

Great place for a weekend getaway. We met up with family, barbecued, crystal hunted, and played in the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Imad

Traveled with family

Jun 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ouachita River

Casey and Amanda are awesome! They attended to our needs and treated us like family. Beautiful quiet cabin, perfect for getting away from the city and reconnecting with nature. You can see and hear the Ouachita river from the back deck. Definitely coming back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets

May 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place was one of the best places we ever stayed in a cabin. Everything about the place was a great outdoor experience. The Crystal mines around were fun. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022