Beautiful sunsets, Romantic, Secluded, Fish from the deck. Lots of wildlife.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6118 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Mena, AR

Rich Mountain Community College21 min drive
Board Camp Crystal Mine30 min drive
Queen Wilhelmina State Park50 min drive
Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Do not add children under 12 (they stay free). Please send us a note instead to let us know the total number of guests. Rural private pet friendly setting in the picturesque Ouachita National Forest. Large picture windows covering two sides of this six sided house overlooking the Irons Fork River. This completely remodeled beautiful home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus a queen sleeper sofa and two recliners, washer/dryer, central heat and air, wood burning fireplace along with full kitchen including stove, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher. Fully furnished with all utensils, pots, pans, small crock pot, electric knife, blender, tea kettle, toaster and coffee pot along with linens and towels. Adding that special touch, including soaps, shampoos, coffee etc. make this a true home away from home. Living room has 50" plasma TV, DVD/VHS player, and tons of movies to choose from. Relax and unwind on the extra large deck overlooking the water, or take a stroll among the many flower garden paths, or visit the fruit orchard only yards away. There is a large hammock on the deck for relaxing and a charcoal grill for outdoor cooking. Charcoal and lighter are not provided. A gazebo with couch and firepit with 4 chairs are in the back. You most likely will see many wild animals including deer, bunnies, squirrels, armadillos and occasionally a friendly bear with her cubs will stroll along the back of the field. We are approximately 30 minutes from Wolf Pen Gap trail head but have plenty of relaxing roads and trails to ride your ATV or side-by-sides in the area. The only internet we receive here is from our phones. Please print directions and map. GPS devices will most likely get you lost out here in the "sticks" lol. Pet fee is $30 (max 2 pets) All pets MUST be in crate/kennel when left unattended. Again, please do not add children under 12 (they stay free). Please send us a note to let us know the total number of guests.

Property manager

Roland & Becky Otts

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children 11 and under stay free.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Small inside pets considered at $10 per night

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO smoking inside house strictly enforced

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

On-site 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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mena

Located in Mena, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ouachita National Forest and Janssen Park, while Mena Art Gallery and Blythe's Scott County Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mena, AR

What's nearby

Rich Mountain Community College - 21 min drive
Mena Regional Health System - 21 min drive
Mena Art Gallery - 22 min drive
Board Camp Crystal Mine - 30 min drive
Queen Wilhelmina State Park - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬20 min drive
‪La Villa Mexican Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
‪Simple Simon's Pizza - ‬20 min drive
‪Pizza Hut - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful sunsets, Romantic, Secluded, Fish from the deck. Lots of wildlife. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful sunsets, Romantic, Secluded, Fish from the deck. Lots of wildlife. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful sunsets, Romantic, Secluded, Fish from the deck. Lots of wildlife. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful sunsets, Romantic, Secluded, Fish from the deck. Lots of wildlife. located?

This family-friendly Mena holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Janssen Park and Mena Art Gallery. Rich Mountain Community College and Mena Regional Health System are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Monica D.

25 June 2024

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

Peaceful get away

Nice house well supplied with all our needs. The property is beautiful and peaceful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Suzette M.

6 June 2024

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Wonderful friends getaway

The property is beautiful and the glass house is so clean! We thought Mena had multiple antique shops and restaurants but many were closed. The creek at Glass house is very pretty and the moss paths add an enchanting feeling. The hosts are very responsive people who baked cookies and left fresh flowers for us which was an amazing touch❤️

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ladonna k.

27 May 2024

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Glass house

It was wonderful the property was beautiful and are dog loved it to caught a few fish all was great

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

20 May 2024

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Beautiful View

This place was amazing! The view will blow you away. The entire back side of the house is windows, allowing you to view the river the house sits on anytime you want. Or you can sit on the deck, lay on the hammock, listen to music and relax to the sounds of the river and nature around you. We'll definitely be going back

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JR S.

25 Apr 2024

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Solar Eclipse at Home Away from Home

The Glass House Retreat was a perfect place to spend our full solar eclipse trip. While many hosts of rentals canceled and forced a rebook at higher rates during this event, this couple held true to their word and we never had that problem. Roland and Becky have paid attention to every detail. We were greeted with fresh homemade cookies and they came over to introduce themselves when we arrived. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous and you can see the hard work they have put into the place. Bring your fishing pole, there are fish in the creek next to the house and yes, I caught some perch from the deck! We appreciated how well stocked everything was. If you forget something, they are bound to have it already there. We also loved the visits from their sweet dogs. We would definitely recommend this place and plan to be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

9 Apr 2024

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The best and friendly host. I could not have ask for better experience

Clean, firiendly host and Gunner & Reese was the best. The owners were great and hands on. The landscaping was beautiful and well kept

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebbecca L.

24 Mar 2024

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A home away from home.

What a great place to stay. The owners are super nice. Nice quite location out in the country, right on the river. Beautiful location mountains to ride in close by and a lake just a short drive away. We will be back for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather W., Cypress, Texas

17 Mar 2024

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Spring Break Family Trip

We had a wonderful time at the Glass House Retreat. Upon our arrival the house was very clean and inviting. After our long drive, it felt just like coming home. The grounds/gardens are immaculate. Flowers and trees were in bloom. After a short, exploring walk along the river, the fragrance of the flowers welcomed me back as it drifted on the spring breeze. We visited/hiked several State and National parks. Attended a wonderful Sunday service. Went on a guided fishing trip and caught over 70lbs of striped bass. We also fished the river at the house and the adjacent reservoir. Had good luck both places. Our hosts Rolland and Becky are so nice and helpful. The beds are comfy, and they had plenty of items available for those little things you may have forgotten. We were so pleased with the Glass House Retreat. They really put their heart into providing a beautiful and relaxing home for our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Paul F.

25 Dec 2023

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Peaceful retreat!

We were welcomed by a cozy home decorated for Christmas just off the picturesque edge of the creek/river. House information was labeled clearly (DVD closet, filtered water, bedding, trash bag cabinet, cookie sheets, etc.) so we were able to navigate the house at our leisure. Property owners were concerned that we were comfortable and felt welcome to use the property while respecting our privacy. We usually get away for the holidays so we can recharge and focus on each other, and the kids already voted to come back next year as we have so many unexplored trails! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Dec 2023

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Couldn't Be More Perfect! :-)

Our family traveled to Mena for a quiet peaceful Thanksgiving and we found that and more! Roland's and Becky's cabin is wonderful. Impeccably clean, well stocked, beautiful location, comfortable furnishings, quiet, private and so much more! One of our favorite events while there were the visits from Gunner and Reeses, who are their dogs. They were the best without being intrusive or bothersome. It was always a treat to look out one of the huge windows and see them grinning back at you. They made being away from our own pets more bearable. In all seriousness, if I had to think of something else our hosts could have done to increase the quality of our stay, I am unable to do so. As far as technology is concerned the cabin includes a large tv in the living area with a nice selection of channels from DirectTV. We also had no problems hot- spotting the internet from our phones. You will not make a mistake in reserving this cabin and getting to meet the wonderful hosts. I can't wait until we can go back! Thank you for a fabulous time Roland and Becky!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

29 Nov 2023

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Great get away within 3+ hrs of our home.

Relaxing, peaceful, dog friendly, where Mattie had lots of freedom to explore. For us, the views of nature were the best. Just what we needed for a recharge... away from the noises of the big city.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T., Brookfield, USA

20 Nov 2023

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Amazing property

Truly a special property and setting. Really enjoyed our stay. The communication with the host was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

13 Nov 2023

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Serene and Cozy

Excellent location near Mena but very peaceful and well stocked, clean place to relax. Very kind and helpful hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

29 Oct 2023

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Tranquility in the woods

The owners, Roland and Becky, made this property 100% better than perfect! Wonderful hosts, professional, friendly, kind! The property is secure, well decorated and located right by the river. Quiet, but close enough to town amenities! Cookies and welcome/congratulatory anniversary tidings were well received! Will definitely stay again! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W., houston tx

26 Oct 2023

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

Very peaceful

The property was very peaceful and the owners were super sweet. They greeted us upon arrival and helped us with area information. The home was completely furnished to meet every need. Fire wood was even provided should we need it. Bedding was comfortable and home was quiet. The drive to the home via backroads was beautiful and my favorite part about the whole experience. I can’t think of anything I’d suggest as they’ve thought of it all!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

16 Oct 2023

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Great stay

Friendly host and a beautiful piece of property ! My girls enjoyed the dogs coming over to the house every day. The creek outside the house is amazing. Would recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet N., Fort Worth, Texas

15 Oct 2023

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Peaceful. Pretty. Perfect!

The Glass House Retreat has it all, from the fishing and whimsical garden paths to the wonderful deck and well stocked kitchen. My husband and I so enjoyed our stay. Roland and Becky were great hosts and we loved having their two black labs visit us each day. The property is well maintained, the house is very neat and very clean with nice seasonal decorations to add a homey feel. The home-baked cookies and fresh flowers were a nice surprise. We are planning our next trip to this great getaway and can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

5 Oct 2023

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Lovely Home away from home.

We were looking for a place to spend our 40th wedding anniversary where we could relax and do a little fishing. Roland and Becky made our week everything we had dreamed of. The house was very well kept and roomy and stocked with anything that was needed, and town was close by, so we could easily get groceries, or just eat out as well when we didn't feel like cooking. The Master Bed was very comfortable. The only thing I missed was my bathtub :) but it was just for a week, so I survived. We brought our SXS for riding trails and to and from the nearby lake, and also bought some kayaks so we could go to the nearby Ouachita River and the Lake. Becky has done a beautiful job on the landscaping, I couldn't get over the mossy trails that lead to the sitting area and the creek behind the house. I could have stayed there all day and been perfectly content. I wish I could have packed it into my suitcase when I had to come back to the real world. We couldn't have asked for any more perfect couple to visit with, I wish we hadn't been so busy that we could have visited more. :) You have a little piece of heaven within driving distance, and I hope that when we get a chance to get away, we are able to come spend it at the Glass House again. Thanks for being such awesome hosts, and thanks for the fresh baked cookies, and the effort you put into making our 40th a memory we won't forget. We also enjoyed the little visits from your two precious dogs. Jerry and Sarah

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

courtney H.

18 Sept 2023

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Would definitely stay here again!

We were looking for something quiet and relaxing and found just that. Upon arrival there was a sign and fresh baked cookies welcoming our family. The property is well maintained, very clean and inviting. We brought our dog and she had pleasant interaction with the Otts two sweet dogs that were on property. Due to drought the water was a little low for much fishing from the deck but we were able to catch 5 different species one afternoon at the spot marked “bass hole”. Overall a peaceful pleasant stay, will stay longer the next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JK B., Plano, Texas

5 Sept 2023

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Gorgeous and Tranquil Getaway

The glass house is comfortable, well appointed, and offers fabulous views of the surrounding property. The property is huge and includes wooded areas, a huge beautifully manicured lawn, a large creek/small river, and moss covered paths. In addition, coming from Dallas in early September, the cooler weather at the glass house was a welcome change that allowed us to enjoy being outside. The owners Becky and Roland are very accommodating and a friendly. We had a fantastic, relaxing weekend and will definitely return, but hope to stay longer next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian M.

2 Sept 2023

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Glass house Retreat

What a wonderful and relaxing time my husband, I, and another couple had during our 10 days at the Glass House Retreat. Part of the country roads were bumpy but nothing unmanageable. Fishing was fun. I will catch the big guy the next time I am there. The property is calm, almost everything you need is already there, the grounds are amazing. Outside was very hot but inside was very comfortable. I can’t sleep in heat and I slept serenely. The owners were extremely nice and helpful. If you like the description, you will love the property.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

22 Aug 2023

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Weekend Getaway

We were looking for a place to getaway for the weekend and this checked all the boxes. The house is very comfortable and has everything you need and would think of. The hosts are available for any questions you have. The scenery is amazing and it’s a great place to relax and decompress for a few days.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

6 Aug 2023

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Ideal Getaway

Our 2nd time staying at this amazing property and can wait until our next stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

27 July 2023

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Tranquil

It was a precious time of peace and quiet, beautiful views, lovely companionship. My only regret was not being in a healthy enough place, physically, to be able to enjoy the grounds. There were some nature trails calling out to me but I couldn't answer, lololol

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023