[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed Lakefront vacation home in Mount Ida with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69490000/69482100/69482083/f089a4b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69490000/69482100/69482083/e4af50aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69490000/69482100/69482083/481aa84c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69490000/69482100/69482083/1b7bdf30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69490000/69482100/69482083/92c1d23f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains, Bear Den Cub Cabin offers a peaceful retreat from busy life. Unwind with Roku TV and wifi, then explore nearby hiking and biking trails or launch your boat at Twin Creeks boat ramp. With plenty of parking, a charcoal grill, and fire pit for star gazing nights. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed Our Cub cabin will not disappoint if you are needing some time away from your busy lifestyle. It is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains and offers quiet solitude for refreshing your mind and spirit. We also offer a Roku TV to enjoy & wifi (when wifi is working from company), if not you may use your personal hotspot once ready to come indoors. Our Cub cabin is off the main drag but close enough to town if you should need supplies. It is well stocked with the essentials for cooking as well with plenty of linens. There is plenty to do within minutes. There are hiking and biking trails nearby and plenty of fishing and water activities in the Ouachita area.The Lovit trail is just a few miles from the cabin. It heads at beautiful Lake Ouachita and follows the lake for a beautiful hike and is great for mountain biking too! You can launch your boat within minutes at Twin Creeks boat ramp. We have plenty of parking at Bear Den Cub Cabin, along with a place to plug up your boat to charge your batteries! There is a great fishing pier at the launch site along with a place to swim. You can visit one of the crystal mines in the area where you can dig your own crystals and keep whatever you find. Hot Springs is east of the cabin about 30 minutes. Check out Bath House Row down town. If you are in to horse racing, Oaklawn Park is a big attraction in Hot Springs. (Seasonal) If you are wanting solitude, simple stay at the cabin where you can sit around the fire pit after you have grilled on the charcoal grill. The cabin offers some great star gazing opportunities with a big open sky at night! There is something to do for everyone. Please note: No pets allowed. A minimum of $500 fee will be charged to renter if a pet is brought to our property. Our cabin is in a natural setting surrounded by woods and lakes. Like any outdoor environment, there is a variety of insects and small creatures as part of the local ecosystem. Please be mindful of this and bring any bug spray, wasp spray, etc. you may feel you need to enjoy the natural beauty of the outdoors.. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68090000/68083900/68083817/7816a7b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whispering Pines Cabin near beautiful Lake Ouachita Mount Ida - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 191 reviews CA $180 CA $263 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=68083817&PinnedHotelID=68083817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103640000/103630100/103630018/w673h683x175y0-3c56271a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ouachita Crystal Cabin in the Woods Mount Ida - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=103630018&PinnedHotelID=103630018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68340000/68332600/68332538/c3daa6bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grizzly Cabin. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as House Couples Retreat Bear Den Cub Cabin Mt Ida Arkansas Lake Ouachita ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.54303%2C-93.54189&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EIoeaXA1MM6UGiH-9RQ2SPS2vNU=) Mount Ida, AR #### What's nearby - Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Denby Point Public Use Area - 10 min drive - 8.7 km - Twin Creek Use Area - 10 min drive - 7.2 km - Joplin Public Use Area - 19 min drive - 15.8 km - Wegner Crystal Mines - 28 min drive - 23.8 km #### Getting around - Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wayseekers Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪270 Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪El Diamante - ‬10 min drive - ‪Dairyette - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mt. Ida Cafe - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cub Cabin has Star Gazing for Outdoor Lovers. No Pets Allowed located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Twin Creek. Lake Ouachita is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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