Arkansas is full of incredible destinations, and now is the perfect time to plan an unforgettable family getaway! Whether you’re organizing a trip for a large group, a big family, or a fun girls’ weekend, we’ve rounded up the BEST vacation homes in Arkansas that are perfect for creating lasting memories.

1. Oslo Mountainside Retreat in Jasper, Arkansas- Sleeps 23+

This incredible, over-the-top retreat in Jasper has 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and 15 beds!

This is the absolute perfect place for a big family gathering, a girls retreat, a friend group getaway, youth group retreats or a hub for the extended family to gather and reconnect.

If you need more space, they also offer The Oslo private apartment that can be rented with the house! That way grandma and grandpa can come on the family retreat but still be able to get some extra sleep while the grandkids are up late making noise in the game room!

This home truly has everything you could want, with the added bonus of diverse living spaces. Whether indoors or outdoors, you’ll find ample room for gathering, playing, relaxing, and recharging.

Oslo Mountainside Retreat Amenities

• New, one-of-a-kind 5,000+ sq ft modern home
• Great Room (Kitchen, Living Room)
• Formal Dining
• Breakfast Nook
• Master Bedroom (King, TV, Audio System)
• Master Bath (Shower, Soaking Tub)
• Master Closet (Laundry)
• Bedroom 1 (King)
• Bedroom 2 (King)
• Bedroom 3 (King)
• Bedroom 4 (2 Queen)
• Hall Bath (Shower, Dual Commode)
• Bedroom 5, Basement (2 XL Twin)
• Bunk Area, Basement (2 Full, 4 XL Twin)
• Basement Living/Game Room (TV)
• Office, Loft (Printer, Docking Station, Monitor, Keyboard+Mouse, Futon)
• Loft Sitting Room (TV, Arcade Games)

➡NEED MORE SPACE? Guests have access to the entire home aside from the private owners’ apartment above garage that has its own private exterior entrance which is available to rent for an additional fee. Please reach out if interested. It’s a full 1 bedroom apartment.

➡More photos here!

This home would be absolutely perfect for corporate retreats or even church group retreats!

“Elevate your family experience in our new, one-of-a-kind 5,000+ sq ft modern home. The Oslo features a variety of living spaces; you’ll find 8 sleeping areas, 4 with king sized beds, Starlink Internet, laundry, hot tub, covered balcony, game room, multiple entertainment spaces inside and out with plenty of seating, office, in-ceiling speakers, fire pit, and a killer view to boot. Just south of Jasper, we’re a short drive from many of the area’s best attractions.”

2. Bowman Bunkhouse on Beaver Lake in Northwest Arkansas- Sleeps 22

The Bowman Bunkhouse is HUGE! It sleeps 22, it has huge spaces indoors and outdoors for gathering and it even has a game room.

Also, it sits right on the shores of Beaver Lake giving direct access to swimming and kayaking.

Bowman Bunkhouse amenities

• Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
• Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
• Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
• Bedroom 4: 4 queen bunk bed
• Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib
• Game Room
• Large Kitchen
• 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary to access the property via a steep gravel road

Bowman Bunkhouse extras

• Great for Group Retreats
• 2,300 Sq Ft of Covered Deck Space
• 480-Ft Lakefront
• On-site access to Beaver Lake: swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, paddleboard yoga
• 6 miles to Lost Bridge Marina
• 9 miles to Pea Ridge National Military Park
• Around 23 miles to Bentonville
• 34 miles to Northwest Arkansas National Airport
• No pets allowed

3. Ashley Ridge House in the Ouachita Mountains- Sleeps 9

The Ashley Ridge House is a beautiful vacation home in Mena, Arkansas that sleeps 9 guests. It’s located in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas overlooking two ponds in the valley below.

Ashley Ridge House amenities

• 3 bedrooms / 2.5 bathrooms
• Wi-Fi
• Roku TVs throughout
• Coffee & Tea Bar
• Game Room
• Washer/dryer
• Large spaces for outdoor lounging
• Fire Pit

Ashley Ridge House extras

• Minutes from the CMA, Wolf Pen Gap, Fourche Mt. trails
• Surrounded by Ouachita National Forest
• Full Hook-up RV (Additional charges apply, $25 nightly)

4. Farmhouse on the Caddo River- Sleeps 18

We absolutely LOVED our stay at the Farmhouse on the Caddo River. It was relaxing, luxurious and much needed! We had so much fun playing in the Caddo River, cooking on the Blackstone and enjoying coffee on the screened porch.

The large bedrooms, awesome game rooms and fully stocked kitchen were amazing.

Plus, the slide off the back deck is just over the top!

Farmhouse on the Caddo River amenities

• Pets welcome with a deposit
• Sleeps 18!
• 4 Bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms
• River Access
• Fire Pit
• Large Yard
• Hammock
• Cornhole
• Slide off Deck
• Porch Swing
• Outdoor Games
• Indoor Games
• Screened in Porch with Dining Table, Eat-in Bar,
• Games, & Conversation Seating
• Front Porch with Red Ricking Chairs
• Back Porch with Swing, Slide, Hammock 
• and Conversation seating
• Free WiFi

5. Scenic Hideaway in Jasper- Sleeps 8

We have stayed at the Scenic Hideaway and I can confirm several things: it’s gorgeous, it’s remote but still near everything, sits very spacious and the view are stunning!

There are so many things to do in and around Jasper, Arkansas. It is in the Ozark Mountains after all. That’s why the Scenic Hideaway is the perfect spot for an adventurous group who wants to hike and float the Buffalo National River or a group who wants to relax and visit the local restaurants!

Scenic Hideaway amenities

• 2,000 sq foot cabin has 3 Bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 on each level
• Open kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom
• Dining table seats 6
• Kitchen bar seats 4
• Large back deck with the stunning mountain views
• Upstairs loft level- master suite with King bed and private ensuite bath with custom tiled shower
• Basement (walk out). Bunk room with 4 twin beds. Full bath with bathtub.
• Laundry room
• Game room with foosball table, Pac Man arcade table, board games, corn hole. Large flatscreen TV with leather recliners.
• Basement patio with gas grill and more seating to enjoy the view

6. Little Red Riviera on the Little Red River- Sleeps 8

The Little Red Riviera is one of our family’s go-to vacation rentals in the Heber Springs area.

It has perfect indoor and outdoor spaces for playing and relaxing. Plus, the private dock provides an amazing fishing opportunity if you enjoy trout fishing!

Little Red Riviera amenities

•  Fully equipped kitchen
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 full bathrooms
• Laundry
• 6 beds
• Living room
• Sunroom
• Large backyard
• Covered parking
• Stunning river views
• Nearby Sugarloaf Mountain and Greers Ferry Lake
• Brand new landing/dock and beautiful deck area  

This vacation home is perfectly set up for vacationing with children.

• Kid safe dock with appropriate fencing
• Plenty of toys and play space indoors
• Big backyard with yard Yahtzee
• Sound machines
• Play pens
• High chair
• Baby bathtub
• Kid-friendly dishes
• Large dining room table that seats everyone!
• Kids’ bunk room that sleeps 6!
• Washer and dryer so you can just throw a load in and pack less!