Cossatot River State Park - 32 min drive - 13.0 miles
Queen Wilhelmina State Park - 47 min drive - 21.1 miles
Beavers Bend State Park - 65 min drive - 50.3 miles
Broken Bow Lake - 72 min drive - 23.2 miles
Hochatown State Park - 73 min drive - 47.2 miles
Getting around
Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 110 min drive
Restaurants
Scotty's - 6 min drive
Grand Pops - 7 min drive
Las Chichas - 6 min drive
Holiday Kitchen on Hickory Hill - 16 min drive
The Coffee Vault - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rocking J Ranch House
Get away to a peaceful retreat in the middle of the country. The Rocking J Ranch House is nestled in the middle of the Ouachita Mountains, down a quiet country road, and on a real cattle ranch. You may wake up to find cows in your backyard! Take some time to relax or visit one of the many attractions nearby. Ride ATVs at Wolf Pen Gap just 30 miles away. Drive just 17 miles to take a dip in the clear waters of Cossatot river falls, don't miss wading crystal clear waters of the Brushy river 8 miles east of Vandervoort AR. or make a day trip to the buzzing Hochatown, OK!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a desk.
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)
Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rocking J Ranch House?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.
Does Rocking J Ranch House have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rocking J Ranch House?
Yes, every accommodation at Rocking J Ranch House comes with a deck.
Rocking J Ranch House Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Chris P.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
They were an absolutely amazing hosts, they make you feel like your a part of the family. Our children loved the cookies and brownies they made for them! It's such a beautiful house placed in a beautiful spot! We plan on coming back in the summer time, not far from anything.
Chris P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fredrick H.
Jul 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rocking J Ranch House Visit
This was a nice little farm house that reminded me of visiting your grandparents place. It was very quiet. There was a large back porch that was nice for morning coffee. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating, making sure we had anything we needed. We do plan to visit here again in the future. Thanks for the enjoyable visit! :)
Fredrick H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Mary B.
Jun 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
State Park Trip
We are traveling around the state getting our state park passport stamped. This property is close to three of the parks we were traveling to.
Mary B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
David & Christine R.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit
We were in the area for an event so we did not expect to be staying at the house much. However, I really enjoyed sitting on the back deck with my coffee in the morning watching the birds and the deer. Really enjoyed the stay, great location.
David & Christine R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
May 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Quaint Stay
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was in a quiet area and was set in an area set aside from noise. The house was clean and spacious for my husband, son, and myself. Kay and James were great hosts that had everything we could need.
Katie B.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Apr 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Area
Our hosts very super helpful and inviting. The farmhouse was fun and our grandkids enjoyed exploring and the wonderful swing. It’s a lovely, quiet area. We needed to pick up an item or two, and were pleasantly surprised that Cove has a Dollar General and gas station just 5 minutes away. There are three queen beds - one in each of the three bedrooms. The other sleeping arrangements are a couch with recliners at each end, and a stand alone recliner. These worked okay for kids, but probably wouldn’t work for adults. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
Nov 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great farmhouse!
It was an overall great experience. The hosts were very welcoming. Would stay again
Jennifer H.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Stella O.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Next time anything free is offered, I will decline.
My husband and I weren't able to go due to a shoulder injury. Five of our friends were able to stay in the Rocking J Ranch house and they enjoyed their stay. My issue is that during a phone conversation weeks prior to our reservation dates with the hosts, Kay and James, they offered more accommodations to us at no charge. One was the use of 2 extra rooms in their home with a bathroom and private entry at no charge. This was offered by the hosts without any prompting from myself. With that knowledge, I found friends going to the same event that wanted to stay in one of the spare rooms. One day before our expected arrival, I called Kay to let her know the number of guests that were coming. She advised me that the spare rooms were no longer available. My annoyance is that if I had not called her and we had all showed up as planned, there would not have been enough space for all. Also, this home lists as sleeping 9. There is really only space for 6 adults to sleep comfortably. The hosts count the living room couch and 2 recliners as beds. This would be fine for children, but not for middle age adults. Moral of the story is, If someone offers something for free, I will decline.
Stella O.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Will B.
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Country Living At Its Finest
The owners are very nice couple that live on the ranch and will do anything to accommodate you and your family. Very clean place. I love it. My kids were disappointed in not having a TV but they played more outside on the swing and horse shoes than ever before. It made my family enjoy the country life and brought the kids closer. We will definitely be back!!!