Old Bear Ridge Log Cabin
Spend the night in our beautiful hand made log cabin in the woods! Watch the sun come up while you enjoy your morning coffee on the porch. Then enjoy some time in our hammocks or visit beautiful lake Ouachita. Hot Springs is only a short drive into town or go crystal mining, hiking or mountain biking on the local trails. Finish off your day with a steak, hot off the grill. Then watch the stars and fireflies from the private hot tub or relax around the custom fire pit with your favorite drink. If you want a peaceful retreat, surrounded by nature, this is the place for you!
The cabin was built by the owners. They cut and hand peeled logs from the surrounding property. They also built the log bed and futon. You can watch this labor of love on YouTube-look for Lance & Cinda Serafin.
The cabin features a vaulted ceiling with huge exposed log beams and antler chandelier. It has a queen size bed with memory foam topper for a good nights sleep. If you prefer a firm mattress, let us know prior to your stay and we can remove the memory foam topper. The sofa can also be pulled out to make a full sized bed.
The bathroom features an antique claw foot tub from 1910 and a huge picture window with a view of the woods.
There is a realistic, cozy electric fireplace to enjoy, without any of the work. If you would like a real fire, there is a lovely custom fire pit and sitting area in the front yard. Firewood and kindling are provided. Additional firewood is available free of charge from the wood shed.
All the ingredients for your first morning breakfast are included! Cook up a hearty country style breakfast of bacon, blueberry pancakes, and farm fresh eggs from our own hens! There is a fully functional kitchen with all the utensils needed to cook while you are here. Also, a spacious deck complete with charcoal grill and table and chairs. (Charcoal is provided!) Walk out the side door and it’s only a few steps to the hot tub!
This is a great place to wind down and enjoy nature with your special someone! It is a one-of-a-kind, hand crafted cabin! We know you will love it as much as we do!
Kayaks are available to rent if you would like to go fishing or just paddling. They come with a trailer to tow them with and life jackets. They are $30 each and you can use them for the entire length of your stay.
Welcome to Old Bear Ridge!
We are available to answer any questions or help if you have a problem! Please call or text…Cinda 501-282-8602. Or Lance…501-282-8601
•KEYLESS ENTRY….we will use the LAST FOUR DIGITS OF YOUR PHONE NUMBER so it will be easy for you to remember. Enter the code in the deadbolt pad then turn deadbolt to the left. To lock it when you leave, enter the code and turn deadbolt to the right.
•ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THE PREMISES! THANK YOU!
•The internet is supplied through the small hotspot box on the window sill. To use it, just press the button on top to turn it on. The password will be on the hotspot screen. This is not high speed internet, so it will usually only power one device at a time.
•The fireplace remote control is on top of the fireplace. Please turn it off when you leave.
•Control for the mini split, heating and air conditioning is mounted on the side of the pantry. Feel free to set it to your comfort level.
•PLEASE wipe up any spilled water around the bathtub each time you use it so that it does not ruin the wood floor. Thanks!
•Cable tv is not yet available in our area, but channels are available by Wi-Fi. LG tv or Xumo. You can also use your Prime, Netflix or other account. Be sure and sign out of your account before you leave. You can also see our cabin being built on YouTube. https://youtube.com/@natureartgirl
•Lake Ouachita is about 4 miles. Take Brady mountain road. You can also put your boat in at Crystal springs which is about 7 miles.
• The switch for the patio lighting is on the post at the base of the deck tree.
•The charcoal grill has a propane lighter. Put charcoal in the grill. With lid OPEN Turn propane knob on about 1/2 turn and then turn the igniter knob. After the charcoal is going good, turn OFF the propane. No lighter fluid is required. Bags of charcoal are in the bin on the right hand side of the grill. Let us know if you run out and we will bring you more.
Hot tub
*Hot tub cover…Fold right half back to the left, then lift from the middle using the bar lifter. Lid will hold itself. Reverse process to close lid.
*Temperature will be set to 100 but you can adjust it to your liking.
Please cover hot tub when you are not using it!
*If it is below freezing, put one of the extra hand towels from the bathroom on the step. The step will get slippery if water freezes on it.
*Emergency shutoff is beside the deck steps
*Please hang wet swim suits outside or where they can drip into the bathtub. Thank you!!
*Please bathe and remove lotions and oils before using hot tub.
Fire pit
*Firewood and kindling are on the front porch. If you need more, there is a self-service wood rack. Wood is free.
*We provide a pine cone fire starter. Put some paper in the fire pit then the pine cone and more paper. Make a tepee out of the small kindling sticks. Light the wick in the pine cone and gradually add larger pieces of wood.
*Do not leave the fire unattended please!!
Roomba
*You are welcome to use the roomba vacuum anytime. Please be sure to pick up your things and lay the rugs on the front porch first. She likes to eat stuff, especially your cords!
