Mt Ida is known as the home of Lake Ouachita and Ouachita National Forest. This city also draws tourists to its quartz crystal mining scene surrounding the Ouachita Mountains, and it claims to be the “quartz crystal capital of the world.” Visitors can dig their own crystals at crystal mining sites for certain fees. In addition, Mt Ida offers plenty of recreational opportunities that appeal to adventurers and outdoor lovers. Lake Ouachita is one of the leading destinations for outdoor recreation, offering activities such as camping, fishing, sailing, swimming, and water skiing. After a tiring day, you can visit Turtle Cove Spa to get some relaxing treatments. If you’re looking for cozy stays, check out the best cabin rentals near Mt Ida, Arkansas.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 28, 2025.
1. Chic cabin with a patio (from USD 189)
Ideally positioned near Mt Ida, this chic two-bedroom cabin is only about 4.8 km (3 mi) away from Denby Point Campground and Lake Ouachita. It is suitable for small families and groups with kids, accommodating four people.
This cabin has modern features for a hassle-free stay, including a kitchen fully equipped with a coffee pot, a hot plate, a microwave, and a mini-fridge. On the patio, you will find a charcoal barbecue grill.
Mount Ida, Arkansas, United States
30.47 km (19.0 mi) from Ouachita National Forest
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the owners were very friendly and quickly responded to any questions we hadkat is a very responsive and friendly hostwe also really appreciated the host's text message with additional information and sight-seeing ideasLocation:
nice creek behind it and close to all locationsbeds are comfy and the location is greatthe location is perfect if you are in the area for digging at the crystal mines or hikingbut this location is beautiful even without the fall colorsperfect location will visit the area more now that there is some place to stay in the areaCleanliness:
loved staying here very inviting clean and peacefulit is super clean and nicely decorated with a lot of creativity and whimsical styleeverything is well maintained clean and fully stockedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this cozy cottage felt like a getaway from the big city we came from
2. Charming cabin with a fire pit (from USD 85)
Sitting on a 121.4-ha (300-ac) property in Pencil Bluff, this charming 2-bedroom cabin is only 16 km (10 mi) away from Mt Ida. It features 1.6 km (1 mi) of Ouachita River frontage, allowing you to enjoy the stunning scenery. The covered deck faces the woods, so you can destress as much as you can throughout your stay. At night, you can gather around the fire pit with your loved ones.
This rental offers one queen-sized bed in each bedroom to accommodate four guests. Other modern conveniences include a fully stocked kitchen and WiFi.
Pencil Bluff, Arkansas, United States
15.9 km (9.9 mi) from Ouachita National ForestSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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rita was very helpful in giving us tips and adviserita was an amazing host - so sweet personable and kindwith the stars and the kind host rita… we will be backthe hosts respected our privacy we had everything we needed and check in/out was super easyLocation:
nice location for exploring mount ida arealoved staying with rita it was a beautiful place and convenient location for uswe stayed at rita's place and it was the perfect locationthis place is not near much but if that's what you're looking for it's idealenjoy a walk to it or just listen to it from porchCleanliness:
this rustic cabin was spotlessly clean and comfortably furnishedthe cabin was very clean and well suppliedthe cabin was clean and in great shapeclean private & great locationthe cabin was the perfect size for us super clean & well stockedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wi-fi was a little spotty a couple of times but worked well most of the timethe cabin itself is immaculate well-stocked and extremely comfortable and charmingbeautiful setting budget friendly and cozythe cabin was clean and she set the heater to a good temperature for our arrival
3. Cozy cabin with a swimming pool (from USD 181)
Situated near Ouachita National Forest, this cozy three-bedroom cabin offers easy access to Mt Ida. It is also near ideal spots for digging crystals, such as Sweet Surrender Crystal Mine and Twin Creek Crystal Mine.
This property sleeps a maximum of 6 guests, thanks to 167.2 sqm (1,800 sq. ft.) of living space. The main bedroom comes with a queen-sized bed, while the other bedrooms have a full bed and bunk beds. This rental also has a swimming pool, perfect for cooling off during summer.
Mt. Ida, Arkansas, United States
20.18 km (12.6 mi) from Ouachita National Forest
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Host:
the house was perfect and the owners were quick to respondloved that they were pet friendlydonna (the owner) was great about communicating with uson too of all of that the host is amazing to communicate with and responds quicklyawesome communication with the ownerLocation:
house of grace was an amazing location for quality family timegreat place to get away from city life loved our stayquiet (except our kids) secluded relaxing and near some pretty cool jeep trailsCleanliness:
very clean and neat placethis property was amazing so clean and within 15-60 minutes of the sites we wanted to see nearbyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the pool was perfect for the boys to enjoy for hoursthe pool was wonderful to have on the hot days and the beds were comfortablethe pool at this property was wonderful and in great shape
4. Two-bedroom cabin with quick lake access (from USD 94)
This 2-bedroom cabin accommodates up to 8 guests with 93 sqm (1,000 sq. ft.) of living space. Located near Ouachita National Forest in Story, it is only about 22.5 km (14 mi) away from Mt Ida and 30.7 km (19 mi) away from Lake Ouachita State Park. This property is designed to make you feel at home, featuring a well-equipped kitchen and full bathroom. You also have access to the lake across the highway.
If you are bringing boats and cars, you may take advantage of the spacious parking on the premises.
Story, AR, US
5. Rustic cabin with a pet-friendly policy (from USD 399)
Accommodating six guests, this rustic two-bedroom cabin is perfect for families and groups visiting Mt Ida for crystal digging or exploring Ouachita River. It offers a fully functional kitchen, allowing you to prepare home-cooked meals throughout your stay. Pets are also welcome here, subject to a minimal extra fee.
This rental features one queen-sized bed in each bedroom and one sofa bed in the living room. Complimentary on-site parking is available.
Mount Ida, Arkansas, United States
28.71 km (17.9 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 6
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Host:
host is responsive and helpfulthe owners were extremely responsive and accommodatingeugene was a great host and answered all my questions immediatelyeugene was extremely responsive and helpful and assisted us with a last minute change in dateseugene was very helpful and super fast to respondLocation:
great location and great valuegreat place to get away from city livinggreat stars cabin locationit’s a great location for kayaking on the caddo or lake ouachitathis place is great great location not far from where we wanted to go we will definitely be backCleanliness:
very clean and well keptgreat clean place to stayvery clean would definitely stay againit was very clean and perfect for a getaway in natureclean and secluded property in a good plot of landRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we loved the convenience of having a fully equipped kitchen and a washer/dryerthe air conditioning kept us cool and the kitchen was perfect for cooking all our meals at homethe land was beautiful and the stay was cozycomfortable beds nice showervery clean and cozy cabin with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay
6. Studio cabin with a huge front deck (from USD 163)
This studio cabin is set amidst the woods in Mt Ida, only a few minutes away from Lake Ouachita and Ouachita River. Ensuring that you feel at home, it offers a small kitchenette with a coffee maker, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a toaster. In the sleeping area, you will find a queen-sized bed.
Outside is a huge front deck fit for outdoor dining or destressing to enjoy the scenic surroundings. Further, this property has a fire pit and barbecue facilities.
Mount Ida, Arkansas, United States
23.18 km (14.5 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 2
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Location:
great location to crystal minescute cozy place in the heart of the national forestlocation is great memorial weekend was super busy so staying away from all the craziness was a blessinggreat stay wonderful cozy cabin that was relatively close to everything definitely would recommend staying heregreat place we enjoyed our stay beautiful location we will be backRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean and relaxing place to stayit is neat and clean and well stockedi loved how quiet and clean the place wascute and clean place very peaceful and relaxingthe cabin was soooo cute very clean and cozy
7. Two-bedroom cabin with a walkway leading to Ouachita River (from USD 295)
This two-bedroom cabin is peacefully tucked by Ouachita River in Sims Township, only a few minutes away from Mt Ida. Suitable for families and groups, it accommodates a maximum of six guests. Each bedroom comes with a queen-sized bed, while the living room has a sofa bed.
On the spacious deck, you can unwind and enjoy the stunning river views. This property even has a walkway leading down to the river where you can fish and swim.
Sims Township, Arkansas, United States
14.76 km (9.2 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 6
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Host:
gorgeous cabin the owner is quick to respond to messageseverything was perfect and chad was an awesome hostthe owners attention to detail for entertaining and having a great time was/is phenomenal)the host was very helpful friendly and available while never feeling intrusivechad was helpful and had everything ready to go for usLocation:
great location right on the riversuch a great location on the riverwe will happily come back to this locationthis place is very peaceful and secluded yet only a short drive to other attractionsyou couldn’t ask for a better locationCleanliness:
it was extremely clean and very comfortablethe cabin was very very cleanvery clean cabin that is perfect for a relaxing get awaythe accommodations were excellent and the house was extremely cleanthe home is clean and the view is amazingRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi was greatinside the house the ac was great wifi worked just fine and all the appliances were brand newit is fully equipped and very comfortable
8. Two-bedroom cabin in a secluded neighborhood
This two-bedroom cabin boasts a secluded location in a quiet neighborhood near Mt Ida and Lake Ouachita. An ideal family vacation home in the city, this property is only a short walk from Twin Creek Crystal Mine through a private trail. Kids can swim safely in the clear pools of the crystal mine.
This property sleeps eight people in five beds. A fire pit is available on the premises for guests. You can purchase wood from nearby stores or gather your own from the surrounding forests.
Mount Ida, Arkansas, United States
30.21 km (18.8 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 8
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Host:
host is great 5/5great host and privacythe hosts responded quickly to our questions and were happy to provide any informed neededchester was a great host he was super responsivechester was awesome and very responsive to any questions we hadLocation:
the location is fantastica great house in a great locationgreat location near several crystal mines recreation areas and a short drive to hot springsa great place to get away from it all5yo & 1yo) on both days - and more fun than the one park we visited in the areaCleanliness:
everything was very clean and welcomingvery nice clean peaceful placethe creek is beautiful and clean we felt like we got a real valuespace was clean and a large living room was a pluseverything we needed was there and it was very clean and spaciousRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice sun room to sit and enjoy your coffee in the morning with a viewwe loved this property we spent hours trading and drawing in the sun roomnice place with lots of roomthere was plenty of room for all 7 of us and we really enjoyed itthe house too was just what we needed - welcoming great ambience and comfortable
9. Four-bedroom cabin with a covered barbecue area
This 4-bedroom cabin consists of the main house that can accommodate 8 guests and a bunkhouse that can sleep 16 guests. It comes with a separate dining hall with a huge kitchen area, a 45-seater dining area, and an outdoor bathroom.
The outdoor space features a covered barbecue area and lawn suitable for different activities, such as frisbee and volleyball. This property also has a separate outdoor fire pit with generous seating.
15.98 km (10.0 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 24
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
property owner very responsivethe owner ray beachy was very pleasantwe truly felt at home here and the owner really did think of everythingLocation:
it’s a great location for familyawesome location for a large gatheringsmyself and a group of close friends stayed at ray's property for an extended weekendgreat place to unplug beautiful location and a perfect setup for usthis would be an ideal place for a family reunion wedding etcCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablebeautiful and clean and quietthe cabin was clean when we arrived and had many fun things to doRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cabin was super cozy and we gathered around the fireplace area at night for bible studythe bunk room was perfect for all the ladies
10. Lovely cabin with a screened porch (from USD 150)
If you are looking for a peaceful retreat in a secluded area, this lovely one-bedroom cabin near Mt Ida is perfect for you. It features a spacious screened porch where you can lounge all day long while marveling at nature.
For your convenience, a stackable washer and dryer are provided. This rental also has a well-equipped kitchen. At night, you can gather around a fire pit and share some stories with your family and friends.
Mount Ida, Arkansas, United States
24.54 km (15.3 mi) from Ouachita National ForestAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
this was a great experience the host communicated very clear with me before our tripgood communication from the host as wellLocation:
such a cute place to stay very relaxing environment and very secludedwe would recommend this place for anyone traveling to the areaRead more reviewsCleanliness:
a lovely cabin in the woods clean & mostly secludedvery quiet peaceful and cleanthe cabin was very clean well furnished and in a great locationvery quiet clean and a great hostextremely clean with all the essential amenities
Uncover natural wonders near Mt Ida
Mt Ida is popular for its abundance of quartz crystals and natural scenery. Ensure that you have cozy accommodations when you visit and check out these best cabin rentals near Mt Ida, Arkansas.
Are you still looking for more accommodations? Why don’t you look for cabin rentals near Mt. Ida? In particular, you can find several cozy cabins in Murfreesboro, which is a city that’s a short drive away.
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