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Woodsy Lake Retreat

Family-friendly stay near Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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hot springs national park, AR
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hot Springs Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hot Springs

Lake District stay.Your stay at this Lake District vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Hot Springs Mall. CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Hot Springs and Family Fun Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hot Springs Mall - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hot Springs National Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Bathhouse Row - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Malvern Station - 32 min drive
  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Canasta Club - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Woodsy Lake Retreat

Nestled in a pine forest with 90 feet of frontage at the end of Birchwood Bay on beautiful lake Hamilton Arkansas This unique 4+ bedroom 3.5 bath is close to Oaklawn Park Horse racing and Casino, shopping, Garvin Woodland gardens, mineral baths and so much more. The home sleeps 10 friendly and has sit down meal seating for a dozen or more. For those of you who need an office, there is a great space overlooking the back deck and the lake. I prefer staying here than my own home.

Boat seen in pictures is available for rent to responsible adults. please ask for more details.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Electric car charging station

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Woodsy Lake Retreat
Woodsy Retreat Hot Springs
Woodsy Lake Retreat Hot Springs
Woodsy Lake Retreat Private vacation home
Woodsy Lake Retreat Private vacation home Hot Springs

Frequently asked questions

How close is Woodsy Lake Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.2 mi (10-min drive) away from the Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Woodsy Lake Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Woodsy Lake Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Woodsy Lake Retreat ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Woodsy Lake Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Woodsy Lake Retreat ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Woodsy Lake Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Woodsy Lake Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Woodsy Lake Retreat to downtown Hot Springs?

This vacation home is 4.3 mi away from Hot Springs.

Woodsy Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 66 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Dogs loved having a space to run and play. I’d advise one to bring a hair dryer as there wasn’t one. Oh, and your own bath soap. Plenty of other necessities available to us. Will stay again next time we go to Hot Springs!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
James, the host, is very accomodating. We had a great stay. The views were beautiful and the house floor plan was very comfortable. We enjoyed making pop corn from the "movie style" pop corn maker. Unfortunately, the hot tub wasn't working which James tried to get someone to fix it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is super adorable!! Exactly as posted. The driveway is not long, so we had to park long ways. The ping pong table was so much fun!! We also had so much fun feeding geese off the dick! There was not a matress cover on the master, but everything was clean. We didnt receive check in instructions until I messaged, but he responded immediately. We never received check out instructions, so we did the normal check out things that are typical for VRBO. Overall it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house looked exactly like the listing. It was beautiful and a great location. We were close to everything we wanted to do and still had the lake feel. James was quick to answer any questions we had. Check in was easy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what the doctor ordered!

I’m gonna start with the property. It was just as depicted in the photos - a marvelous lake house, decorated as such, with all the amenities listed and desired. We had plenty of room for the six of us (3 adults and 3 kids). The kids were 6, 11, & 13. The kitchen was large with plenty of counter space which included a bar. All of the kitchen tools needed, plus some and abundant cabinet storage. We cooked breakfast every morning and dinner most evenings and had ample storage and prep room for a weeks worth of groceries. The outdoor area was very nice with plenty of room for all of us. Also, the grill was practically new which we enjoyed. Next, the area and lake were awesome. Lake Hamilton and the local eateries were somewhat upscale and inviting. The food choices were many as well as variety. The area close to the property felt safe, as well as the merchants we visited near the neighborhood. Jim, the owner, was very attentive and receptive to all of our needs and questions. He was genuinely interested in making our stay as pleasant as possible. We really enjoyed our time there. The house, area, and owner made it a great vacation spot. I would definitely recommend staying at Jim’s lake house, you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake House

Great house for our family reunion stay. We had 6 adults and our dogs and there was plenty of room for everyone. The deck was great, even though it was hot outside we did use the hot tub. The beds were very comfortable. We did have use of the boat which was the hi-lite of the trip. We used it for water skiing and to get to a restaurant for dinner. Nice area and neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lakehouse

The house was spacious, well equipped, and in a quiet neighborhood. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice home close to everything you need and a bonus being on the lake

We all enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for our group. The back deck was really nice and enjoyed our geese that visited everyday. We had a few issues at the beginning but the owner was easy to communicate with and very helpful. If you’re looking for a nice home within a short drive to everything and on the lake , this is definitely the place. Thank you for a wonderful stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing! Fantastic to have rental access to the boat! Everyone we communicated with was wonderful! I can't wait to book it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic time at the Woodsy Lake Retreat! The home was exactly what we were hoping for—very spacious with plenty of bedrooms to comfortably accommodate our group. Everyone had enough room to spread out and relax, but the common areas were also perfect for spending time together.The location is great—quiet and private, tucked away just enough to feel secluded, but still close to everything you need. The lake access is absolutely wonderful—easy to get to and perfect for swimming, kayaking, or just sitting by the water with a drink in hand.The house was well-stocked with all the amenities we needed, and you can tell it’s been thoughtfully set up for guests. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and made our stay super comfortable.Overall, it was a peaceful, relaxing retreat that gave us the perfect mix of downtime and lake fun. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calming views with a great location for a hot springs getaway!

The views and scenery were amazing! We loved all the windows to take it all in. We had some rainy days here and there so the ping pong table and board games were an extra bonus to keep us entertained. The fishing was great with some night crawlers, it kept the family entertained for days. The hot tub was plenty warm. Property was clean and inviting. Plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was nicely stocked, paper towels included and they had great coffee options. The Owner was a pleasure to talk to. As a prev review said Sam’s Pizza is just down the road, we enjoyed the food and scenery there as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend.

James was a great host. Property was as described and very accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Don K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing!

Hot tub not working! Extremely dirty! Very Disappointing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and great time!!!

Custom built home with a great deck. Home is nestled in a quiet cove. Owner was prompt to replies. Very peaceful setting. A minutes drive to Sam’s Pizza, bar and restaurant. Big screen TV is nice. Hot tub was enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Worst vrbo ive rented

First of all i picked this place for the hot tub and it was outdated and only kinda worked the first day.The house had dirty sheets and only one roll of paper towels. No blinds on any windows and the upstairs rooms for not very secure for kids to sleep up there has a door with small lock and no blinds. No broom so we couldn’t even keep a clean floor while visiting.One tv in the whole house and internet was lagging a lot. No out door playground and the game room is a bunch ofold nasty chairs and a pingpong table. Also the game room has a bunch of junk all over for kinds to trip and like 3 closets have junk hazards in them. I layed good money for the house and it was a huge disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia H.

Good location. Well stocked kitchen

The location was good for visiting Hot Springs National Park, Oaklawn and Garvan Gardens. It worked well for group of 4 couples. Only negative comment would be that it needed a good deep cleaning, base boards, walls and cabinets needed washing badly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break stay

We had a wonderful stay with our kids from 12-28 lots of room for all of us and close to everything with lovely relaxing deck on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel R., Church Point, Louisiana

Disliked: Cleanliness

Christmas Getaway

Location was excellent. Short drive to all the places we wanted to see. Love that we were provided with fire log starters and plenty of firewood to burn along with other basics that you usually have to buy yourself (trash bags, toilet paper, soap). Loved the layout and spaciousness of the house Property could use some updating and deep cleaning. The hot tub was also not functioning properly which was very disappointing.since it’s one of the reasons we choose this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S., Pearland, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

A Thankful Fall Stay

My family and I traveled from Texas to stay near my parents in Hot Springs during Thanksgiving week. The weather was very chilly and windy, and the lake was down, but otherwise it was absolutely gorgeous. The fall colors lingered and the leaves crunched as my kids played in the yard. The home is very well maintained and has a lot of character, with brick floors and exposed beams. Our kids absolutely loved the house, played hide and seek, ping pong, and hanging out on the comfy couches. The kitchen is reasonably outfitted, the most convenient item being a large air fryer which is a must with small kids! This is a large house, with a kitchenette upstairs (and its own separate entrance), which makes it an ideal place to stay for a family gathering. The location is perfectly situated on the lake, close to one of the main roads in Hot Springs, but far enough back that it’s supremely quiet. We dream one day of owning a lake house in Hot Springs just like it, but will settle for booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kristi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maggie D.

Good place to stay

Good place to stay for friends visiting the National Park, easy to get to Central Ave. attractions. Very easy to get to beautiful Garvan Woodland Gardens. Nice spacious living area open to the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinda M.

Girls Getsway ♥️

We throughly enjoyed our stay! We did most of our visiting and relaxing on the back deck which supplied a gorgeous sunset. The kitchen was nice and had a wrap around bar with seating . It was fun sipping on a glass of wine watching the meal being prepared . Cleanliness and yard maintenance could use a little attention but we still give it a 5 ⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeLora M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Family Weekend

Our family enjoyed our time at this home! Very spacious, 4 bedrooms and three and a half baths, perfect! We had everything we needed. The popcorn machine was a hit with our 6 year old grand daughter!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024