Title: Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River Cabin in Saint Joe with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68260000/68258600/68258534/97db6ee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68260000/68258600/68258534/bed03fea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68260000/68258600/68258534/w952h1274x0y6-6e0e1648.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68260000/68258600/68258534/35ee7e87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68260000/68258600/68258534/ab5d8cb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Wits End Ranch is a secluded haven with breathtaking views. Unwind on the spacious deck and watch a beautiful sunset or explore miles of hiking trails within Buffalo National River Park N.P. With two large bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen and outdoor games like horse shoes and volleyball/badminton, this ranch offers endless possibilities for family reunions or romantic getaways. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 182100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River The Wits End Ranch location is private and secluded, yet less than 5 minutes from U.S. Hwy 65, ¼ mile past the Hwy. 65 & Coursey’s Dr. Junction. It is one of the most beautiful spots in the Ozark Mountains. WEDDINGS, Family Reunions, retreats ... or just a relaxing getaway. The Wits End Ranch is located less than an hour south of Harrison, Arkansas and less than 2 hours from Little Rock, Arkansas and the Springfield/Branson, MO area. The Ranch property borders the Buffalo National River Park N.P.. There are miles of hiking, biking and horse trails, spectacular scenery, wildlife and outdoor fun for every season of the year. Enjoy a beautiful sunset from the spacious deck.. A great escape from the hustle and bustle of the real world. Perfect for a family reunion, company retreat or romantic getaway. The Main House sets high on a hill overlooking the 100,000+ acre National Park. It has two bathrooms, 2 large bedrooms, 4 queens,in one, 3 queen beds in second The living room has a sleeper sofa and two day beds. All towels and linens are furnished. There, central AC/heat and a fully equipped kitchen. There is a screened in porch, large deck, picnic tables, BBQ grills (charcoal) horse shoes and volleyball/badminton. The yard area is landscaped with rock gardens and natural beauty all around. This rental does not include the bunkhouse as it is booked for the 2022 season. Additionally there is horse pins and room for large trailers and rvs Keywords: Buffalo National River National Park, Tyler Bend Area. Private secluded 2 bedroom/2 bath main cabin bordering the National Park, 45 minutes from Branson. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Yard ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside as long as butts are in can or picked up ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Kayak - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97090700/97090640/0707d377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### William's Catch at Racoon Springs - 16+ Guests Marshall - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=97090640&PinnedHotelID=97090640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33276800/33276733/4282a20f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5-bedroom vacation home just 10 minutes from Buffalo River Tomahawk - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Game room - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $563 CA $975 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=33276733&PinnedHotelID=33276733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82440000/82437400/82437314/e3c2cd6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Big Buffalo sleeps 15 with Hot Tub Yellville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=82437314&PinnedHotelID=82437314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30386200/30386116/d40571a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Cave Creek Cabin where you can Restore Your Soul, sleeps 17 Mt. 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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as Wits End Near Buffalo River Buffalo River Wits End Ranch Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River Cabin Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River Saint Joe Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River Cabin Saint Joe ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.99965,-92.76563&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7B%60wzEdheuP%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBSBQBSBQBQDQBSDQDQBQDQDQFQDOFQDQFOFOFQFOFQFMHQHMFOHOHMHOHMHMHOJMHMJMHKLMHKJMJKLKJKJIJKLKJILILIJILILGLILILELGNGLGLGLENELGNCLENCLENCNCLCNCNANCLANANCN%3FL%3FPAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%3FNBN%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNBLDNBNDLBNFLDLDLFNFLFLFLDLHLHLFLHLHJHLHLHJJLJJHJJJJJJJLJJJLJJHLJLHLHNHLJLHNHLFNHNFLHPFLFPFNHPDNFNFPDPFNDPDPDPDPBPDPDRBPBPBRBPBPBRBP%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FRAPARARAPARAPARCPCRCPCRCRCPCPEPEPCPEPERENEPGPEPGNGPENINGPGNGNINGNILGNINILKNILILILKLILKLKJKLKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMHMJKFMJMFMHMFMHMFMFMDOFMFMDMFODMBODODMDOBM%40ODO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FQAM%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOEMEOCMEOGMEMGMGOEMGMGMIMGMIMGKKMGMKKIMIKKKKKKMKKKKKIMMKIMKMIMKMIMIMIOIMIOIOGMIOIOGOGOGQGOGOGQEOGQEQGQEOESCQEQEQCQEQCQCSCSCQCSAQASCQASAQASAS%3FQAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T4IeUHr1DWRnFotv9qLdY_hwjLE=) Saint Joe, AR #### What's nearby - Buffalo National River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Collier Homestead - 6 min drive - 7.9 km - Tyler Bend Visitor Center - 10 min drive - 9.7 km - Tyler Bend Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 10.4 km - Hurricane River Caverns - 19 min drive - 25.1 km #### Getting around - Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coursey's - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ferguson's Country Store & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Big Springs Trading Company - ‬3 min drive - ‪Alicia's River Market and Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Woolum Junction - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Wits End Ranch - Near Buffalo River located? > Located in Sky Hawk Ridge, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Collier Homestead and Tyler Bend Visitor Center. Tyler Bend Recreation Area is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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