Ridge Top Cabin near Buffalo National River with privacy and views.

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(25 Ratings)

Cabin in Buffalo River, AR

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this cabin rental

Blue Canoe Cabin is located in north central Arkansas in the heart of the Middle Buffalo River area, just steps away from Buffalo National River, near Gilbert, Arkansas, and includes over 20 acres of forest and fields with mountain views, unobstructed night time sky viewing, abundant wildlife, and privacy. This property is close to hiking, floating, swimming, fishing and nature watching activities. The cabin is ideal for a smaller family, two couples or a guys or girls weekend as it can sleep up to six people comfortably with one queen bed, one full bed, one sleeper loveseat full bed and one full bathroom. The cabin is pet friendly.

Blue Canoe Cabin was completely remodeled in 2021 and boasts modern amenities, comfort and thoughtful upgrades throughout. There are large windows everywhere, providing views in all directions to the hills and woods just outside. The downstairs was reconstructed with accessibility in mind. The lower level is wheelchair accessible with wide doorways and ADA features in the bathroom, including a low profile shower basin. There is a wheelchair accessible ramp to access the front deck and cabin entry. The cabin itself contains approximately 1000 sf on two levels. Additionally, there is generous outdoor living space which includes a 150 sf screened in porch facing southeast with sunrise views, a huge 375 sf covered front porch with seating and dining table which faces northwest for spectacular sunset views and a detached 320 sf covered pavilion with outstanding views of Pilot Mountain. The cabin floor plan includes:

- One private bedroom downstairs (full sized bed)

- Open concept full kitchen and living room downstairs

- One private bathroom with shower and laundry facilities downstairs

- A semi-private sleeping loft upstairs (queen bed) with a large sitting area and sleeper loveseat (full bed)

This is the ideal location to serve as your home base to explore the middle Buffalo River, especially if your plans include a float trip through the family friendly stretch of river between Tyler Bend and Gilbert. The Buffalo River is less than 1/2 mile as the crow flies from the cabin back door. The river is so close you will feel it here in the weather, the foggy mornings, the dew on the ground, seeing the herons and kingfishers passing overhead to and from the river. The Buffalo National River park boundary borders the property for 1/4 mile, providing direct foot access to the park. In fact, it's possible to hike to Shine Eye in 45 minutes or to Gilbert in about 1 hour directly from the cabin, enjoying river bluff views and historic sites in the forest as you hike along the old Buffalo River Trail. If you choose to go by car, Gilbert is less than 5 minutes away while you can be at Shine Eye in less than 10 minutes by car. Other locations easily accessible nearby include:

5-10 minutes to Silver Hill for restaurants, canoe and kayak rental outfitters, Dollar General for groceries

10 minutes to Tyler Bend Recreation Area, Shine Eye or Grinder's Ferry

15 minutes to Marshall for grocery store, drive-in movie theater, restaurants, gas

15 minutes to Red Bluff Overlook

20 minutes to Woolum

35 minutes to Harrison

1 hr to Branson

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Buffalo River, AR

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
great location and property was just as described. Really enjoyed the privacy and big covered porch to enjoy the evenings in the forest. middle buffalo was a quick drive. highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
From the moment we entered the property, we were in love. Complete privacy and 3 deers met us. Great proximity for river floats. Cabin had everything you would need for the trip. Will definitely try to stay here again
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
Great communication and thorough details from David and Kristin leading up to our stay. Then upon arrival the house was thoughtfully furnished and prepared for every need. From the beautiful art, books, games, labeled lights switches, twinkle lights, stargazing spots, and so many other things. Our family really enjoyed having such a relaxing spot to meet for a sibling birthday weekend. Looking forward to staying again for more sunsets and time on the Buffalo!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We had an amazing experience at the Blue Canoe Cabin. The whole family was able to relax and create amazing memories together. The booking process was easy, the cabin homey and inviting, and overall the experience was amazing. Would definitely recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We normally do beach vacations, which aren’t my favorite, but they’re easy. For a few years now, we’ve been saying we would like to go to Arkansas to do hiking and canoeing/kayaking, but wanted to wait until our younger two children were a little older and could handle the outdoor activities. This cabin and the location did not disappoint. We were a short drive from the Buffalo River and did a one day float trip from Tyler Bend to Gilbert, which was so much fun. We also took the children to see two different waterfalls that were definitely worth the drive. Plenty of wildlife was visible while driving up the driveway to the cabin itself including turkeys and deer. Definitely recommend staying here.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Our family had a wonderful time staying at the Blue Canoe Cabin! We especially enjoyed the front covered deck with beautiful views of the ridge, especially at sunset. There is a fire pit that’s perfect for making s’mores out front and a covered patio area for grilling. The property is extremely well maintained with lots of attention to detail. We had fun finding frogs at night and watching the birds with nests fly around the cabin. My father in law saw a deer and a fawn from the back porch one morning. The location borders the Buffalo National Forest area and is behind a gate, so it’s very private. We floated the river down to Gilbert and liked that it’s a short drive from there back to the cabin. The host, David, was very responsive and helpful-even left us some cookies to enjoy! We’d definitely like to return someday!
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
We had the best time at the blue canoe cabin! Our boys (age 6) said it was the best trip ever! We will definitely be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2024
One of the best rentals. Overly well prepared vacation home with everything you need. Hosts are helpful and respond quickly. The location within minutes of the river is great as well. Would 100% stay here again (probably will)

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Buffalo River?

The average price for a rental in Buffalo River is $206 per night. This rental is $25 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ridge Top Cabin near Buffalo National River with privacy and views.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ridge Top Cabin near Buffalo National River with privacy and views. pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Ridge Top Cabin near Buffalo National River with privacy and views.?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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