The Little Red River Chalet on pond next to the Little Red River, Gameroom, Deck
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
The Little Red River Chalet is a private vacation home in Heber Springs, Arkansas, set on a stocked catch-and-release pond just steps from the Little Red River. The 3-bedroom-plus-loft chalet features two master suites with TempurPedic beds, making it well suited to multi-family or multi-couple getaways. A private dock and neighborhood boat dock give guests direct access to fishing, kayaking, and boating right from the property.
Amenities & Recreation
The chalet is stocked for both relaxation and play, with a hot tub, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a fire pit, patio, balcony, and outdoor grill for evenings outside. A dedicated game room with pool and darts, plus board games, cornhole, and badminton, gives the property a genuine recreation-lodge feel, and a full kitchen with oven, stove, and microwave supports self-catered stays. Additional practical amenities include air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, free parking, cable TV, and a washer.
Dining & Surroundings
While the chalet is self-catering, a range of restaurants sit within roughly 2.5 to 9 kilometers, including ColdWater Grill, Cafe Klaser, Mack's Fish House, and seafood-focused Zeke & Lizzy's, alongside casual options like Whataburger and Main Street Grill. The property is about a 12-minute drive to downtown Heber Springs and 10 minutes to Greers Ferry Lake, putting shopping, dining, and hiking within easy reach.
Location
Heber Springs itself is known for natural attractions like Big Creek Natural Area and the Little Red River, plus cultural sites such as the William Carl Garner Visitor Center and Center On the Square. Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport is roughly 86 kilometers away, making this a drive-in destination best suited to a road trip rather than a quick airport transfer.
Best for
This chalet is best suited to families, groups of friends, or multi-generational parties who want an active, self-catered outdoor getaway centered on fishing, kayaking, and lake access. The combination of a private pond dock, neighborhood boat dock, game room, and fire pit makes it especially appealing to groups planning a multi-day stay rather than a quick overnight.
Travel tips
Because the property sits about 86 kilometers from Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, plan on renting a car and budgeting roughly an hour's drive from the airport. Guests bringing a boat should note there is a neighborhood boat dock within walking distance for launching, in addition to the chalet's private pond dock. Downtown Heber Springs is about a 12-minute drive and Greers Ferry Lake about 10 minutes, so a vehicle is useful for reaching dining and attractions.
What guests say
Guests consistently praised the comfort of the bedding, describing it as a highlight of the stay. The pond with its private fishing dock and included kayaks was frequently mentioned as a favorite feature, along with the on-site Blackstone grill for outdoor cooking. The game room was also called out repeatedly as a big hit, particularly for groups traveling with multiple people or families. No recurring negative themes were noted in the available review excerpts.
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