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A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife.

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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St. Joe, AR
  • Tyler Bend Visitor Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Tyler Bend Recreation Area
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Ozark National Forest
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Hide-a-Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife.

Dewey's Cabin is a two bedroom one bath, very secluded cabin with gorgeous views of Point Peter Mountain and located only two miles from the Buffalo River.

Please be aware: Renters will need to bring their own bedding and towels. This is how we keep our prices low and affordable for our customers. Also, the cabin is secluded with beautiful mountain views, however, there is 5 miles of dirt road to reach the cabin. We recommend bringing atruck or SUV.

Manes Bluff Cabins are perfect for horseback riders, hikers, or anyone looking for a scenic stay away from town. Located on the Buffalo Nation River, cabin is 4.6 miles from Snowball and located about 300 yards from Dave Manes Bluff lookout on the Buffalo River Trail in the Ozark Mountains. It is about 3 miles from the Buffalo National River by county road to the local favorite swimming hole the Margaret White A favorite and beautiful nearby river spot is the Margaret White. Whether you love hunting, fishing, or observing wildlife, this place has it all. 33 acres surrounded by park land.

This place is also wonderful for anyone interested in history as the late owner Dewey Dill spent time making moonshine in the school bus cleverly hidden (buried) behind the cabin.

Point Peter Mountain is visible off the front porch of Dewey s Cabin and the driveway to the cabin is marked by a beautiful old barn built in 1938.

Property manager

Megan Rea
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Saint Joe

Located in Saint Joe, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. Joe, AR

What's nearby

  • Buffalo National River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tyler Bend Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Tyler Bend Recreation Area - 33 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Ozark National Forest - 36 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Buffalo River State Park - 67 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergusons Country Store & Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Big Springs Trading Company - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Gate Cafe - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Alicia's River Market and Grill - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Craw Billygs Seafood Boil & Bar-B-Q - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A secluded cabin on the Buffalo Nation River with beautiful views and wildlife. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Buffalo National River and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Ozark National Forest. Collier Homestead and Tyler Bend Visitor Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly peaceful

Loved our stay. Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Buddy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time

Secluded cabin to view the night sky.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely secluded

Awesome place, we are Jeep people and enjoy back roads. This location is not for your sporty car.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awsome seclusion.

Ill come back....its perfect... must see...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Bliss

Dewey‘s cabin is a wonderful secluded getaway from all the hustle and bustle. The roads in and out of the cabin are very narrow and rocky and for sure would want something that sits up higher or is four-wheel-drive. I wish we would’ve been able to see a little more wildlife while we were there but first night armadillo Join us by the campfire and just walked all around us while we were out there which we found so funny and cute. My only complaint if I had one would be the bed was not the most comfortable, but it was doable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun

We had a great time at this cabin and the swimming hole was to die for! Hands down best vacation we have had so far! We had a great week of unplugging and getting away from everyone and everything with just our kiddos.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amber w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is perfect!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Isolated and dangerous

To start, the woman in charge was very helpful and answered promptly. The property however was very isolated, you must drive through an actual ghost town. There is no GPS 3/4 of the way up a very steep and dangerous drive through the raw woods with a sharp edged bottom filled with large rocks. If it rains you can be potentially stuck for hours until the water goes down. A small vehicle will not make this ascent. Pulled up to the property and there was a very ominous feeling upon stepping foot outside our vehicle. We did not stay the night, we tried to get through the feeling but left within 30 minutes of arriving. No cell service to speak of so could not contact anyone until you descend again. The pictures do not reflect the property. I am sorry I have nothing positive other than the communication leading up to the trip. I strongly recommend a 4x4 vehicle with good clearance and an appetite for seclusion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded and peaceful

Thus quite, peaceful, secluded cabin is just what we needed to recharge our batteries. We spent the day enjoying the beautiful weather and view. We even saw an elk come to the back of the cabin to graze. We will definitely be back to stay again, we will just stay longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote and Beautiful

We love this property! It was our second time to stay and we’ll be back. The drive up is gorgeous through canopies of trees. The cabin is rustic and makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The back field is so green. Each morning we moved the front chairs to the driveway and drank our coffee looking out at the fields and mountain. The beds were comfortable and nice hot water! I saw some mama turkeys and 10 baby turkeys one morning. We love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joe H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Back woods cabin

20 minutes down gravel road to peacefulness and tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slade H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real mountain get away

Words cannot describe how beautiful this place is just a short ride to the buffalo river and away from everything. I will be coming back 😁😁😁
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gayle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isolated get-away

If you want to "get away from ALL" this is for you but road is not for the faint at heart or low cars....owner does send directions to AVOID GPS and follow the owner's directions! The swimming hole "made" this trip for us with children but not an easy access. If you need cell signal or wifi again NOT the place for you....this is for a GET-AWAY! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Location was great. Cabin could use some improvement. Overall great time
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

We loved our weekend getaway! Remote location, we enjoyed exploring some nearby trails, looking for wildlife tracks, and wading at the swimming hole. The driving directions were very helpful and while SUV would likely be beneficial on some of the roads, our Subaru Outback did just fine. Accommodations were as described and beds were comfortable. I really enjoyed drinking my coffee while watching the sunrise and my toddler play in the living room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abril N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not as advertised- better.

The stay is so remote and the swim hole nearby is beautiful. With the cabin at the top of the hill my small daughter could explore just a little bit with our eyes always being on her. Cabin was beautiful and nicely kept. The stove was great, the water was warm. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

This location is so beautiful and relaxing. There was a fire pit and firewood ready for us. As the listing says, you definitely need AWD or 4WD to get to the cabin, but it's worth it! We will likely be back for more hiking in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

christi c., Fayetteville AR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February getaway

Weather was mild and we enjoyed the short hikes and the downtime to just reconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful site

Great getaway, quiet and remote site
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WOW

What an amazing place! The views were outstanding and the cabin was so warm and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Refreshing

Cutest little cabin in the middle of the woods. We actually got a family of elk in the backyard on the last morning. We ended up staying another night had to find laundry place which was a long ways away was a little frustrating and kinda wish the yard in back was bush hogged . But the swimming hole she told us about was amazing so totally made up for our little disappointments. We will for sure be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Very nice and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Guy’s Getaway

Booked for my buddy’s bachelor party. Was absolutely perfect for this occasion. Views were amazing and plenty of space for us. Make sure you read the description. Truck or 4wd SUV is not just recommended it is practically required to get to the location. But once you do it is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Spot

We loved every minute of our trip to Dewey’s Cabin. The property is beautiful with a great view, amazing sunrises and sunsets, and the cabin is only a short hike to the Ozark Highland Trail and Buffalo National River. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Megan Rea

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Megan and Kevin Rea are the owners of Manes Bluff Cabins. We enjoy all that our rural home has to offer including hunting, fishing, and horseback riding.

Why they chose this property

This property is special with a unique history and secluded location. 5.6 miles off the main highway, this location gives opportunity to get away from it all. With no neighbors or traffic, the only sounds with be of Ozark Mountain wildlife and nature. The late owner, Dewey Dill, built the house and used the secluded location to work his moonshine business. There is a school bus cleverly hidden (buried) behind the cabin where Dewey hide his still. Take a trip into the history of the Ozark Mountains.

What makes this property unique

Nature lovers and hunters alike will enjoy this location. The town of Marshall nearby has one of the few remaining drive Inn movie theaters left in the United States today. The Kenda Drive Inn has great food and great people and makes for a fun and unique experience.

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