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❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️

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Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Cotter, AR
  • Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Bull Shoals-White River State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Buffalo National River
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Mountain Home, AR (WMH-Ozark Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #2 Off Laundry area

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs #1 (off living area)

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom off foyer entrance

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️

The Historic Cotter Presbyterian Church was built in 1914 and has been an iconic part of Cotter's downtown area ever since. The stained-glass windows are all original, as is the Bell in the Bell Tower! Our space is set up with the bedrooms downstairs and the kitchen/living area upstairs in the "sanctuary". There are plenty of beds for a group or a multi-family vacation. Come and stay in the Church for an experience like no other!!

The space
We wanted to preserve the history and beauty within this historic building and make it accessible to as many visitors as possible by listing it for groups or families after we finished the renovations. Come with your family & friends and enjoy a piece of history like no other! Cotter’s history was centered upon the Railroad which once included the Roundhouse and many other industries that utilized the nearby White River to service their customers. The Cotter Presbyterian Church was built in 1914 and served the town of Cotter for many years. In the early 80s the Church was renovated into office spaces that were used by a few businesses here in the town, to include the Chamber of Commerce. In 2018 a renovation to turn the Church into a residence began which brings us to 2020 where we stepped in to finish off what our friend had started. I (Jason) have some history with the Church, as I worked in one of the offices for a short time while I was in High School here in Cotter back in 1993. So when our friend approached us with the opportunity to continue the renovation on the Church, we jumped at the chance and were definitely up for the adventure!

Property manager

Jason & Kammi Nazarenko
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cotter

Located in Cotter, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mountain Village 1890 and Rush Ghost Town are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Big Creek Golf and Country Club and Mountain Home Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cotter, AR

What's nearby

  • Bull Shoals Lake - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock - 29 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Bull Shoals-White River State Park - 30 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Buffalo National River - 32 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Buffalo River State Park - 41 min drive - 41.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ❤️ Reclaimed history! Walk to the White River & café❤️ located?

This family-friendly Cotter holiday home is located on a river, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from White River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ozark Rock & Gem and Crooked Creek. Bull Shoals Lake and Yellvile Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Great for a white river fishing trip

Very nice convenient place to stay. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warrick P.

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

Fishing the White River

Amazing location and building!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie F., Where do you live?

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

Wonderful stay in a one of a kind, beautifully renovated property

Had a wonderful stay in this beautifully renovated church - plenty of space for the 6 of us to spread out - easy walk to the river park
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi H.

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

River fun!

The remodeled Church was done beautifully with great finishes, appliances and fabulous mattresses! The location was so convenient and walking to the river was quick easy and enjoyable. Plenty of room to hang out with your crowd at this VRBO! The hosts were easy to contact and readily responded!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika J.

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

Perfect!

The property is beautiful. The home was spotless!! The linens were fresh and the kitchen had everything we needed. The attention to detail was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Perfect!

Awesome property and equally awesome hosts! No problems at all - would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R., College Station, TX

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

Wonderful and unique property

This church turned vacation property was truly a joy to stay in. We came to town to visit extended family. Our family of 6 was unbelievably comfortable in the house and the huge upstairs was a perfect gathering spot for our family and guests to hang out in. It was beautiful, spacious, welcoming, centrally located and exceeded all of our expectations. My kids even got to ring the church bells! We will definitely plan to stay here on future trips to Cotter! 10/10 would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

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

Fantastic place to stay close to the White River. Absolutely beautiful!!!

Place has loads of charm and beauty. Very clean. Would recommend to anyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Great getaway

This home was beautiful and unique! Had a great time. Ultra clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy A.

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

Absolutely beautiful unique rental

This has to be the most unique property that we have ever stayed in. Perfect for a large gathering. So much room to spread out in. We had such an enjoyable time and I love how the living area retained the sanctuary of the church. Even the town seems so quiet and peaceful. We were there for our son’s wedding so we didn’t have time to fish but hear the trout fishing is great. The river is definitely beautiful. The hosts were awesome!!! Quick response time and provided so many extras. Can’t express how much we loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth H., College Station, Texas

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

Fabulous place for friendship

We had 5 couples together to go fishing for 5 days. The “sanctuary” upstairs was so perfect to cook, eat, and visit. Huge dining table for 16 people. The kitchen was really nice with a great island. The stained glass windows, original ceiling, and woodwork were gorgeous. A fireplace in the corner works very well. Downstairs are 5 bedrooms ranging from pretty small to large. Two full bathrooms were easily used by making the large one for the females and the Smaller one for the guys. Jason and Kammi responded quickly and were very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis T.

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

Awesome Place!

We had a great time at the Presby Church and loved the place. Such a cool place. Jason and Kammi were great hosts! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

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

Wonderful Stay

Perfect location, swimming hole right down the street, close to both white and buffalo rivers, bullshoals and norfolk lakes, great little grocrey store nearby very reasonable. Only thing I thought its an old church so the upstairs was echo-y when you wear hearing aids like some of us did, its hard to hear anyone, some addl rugs may help that. But it was beautiful, beds comfy, could of used a dresser vs. living out of suitcase. Owners were wonderful, very nice. We would stay there again..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALLISON H.

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

Great property.

Great property for a group.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jason & Kammi Nazarenko

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Jason worked inside this church when it was office spaces back in the mid-nineties while he was in high school at Cotter. It was extremely exciting to purchase and rehab the space and share it with so many others!

Why they chose this property

This is the perfect place for you and your family/friends to come and relax, enjoy the river and make lasting memories! We have many guests that have already come back multiple times and have booked a year ahead!

What makes this property unique

You are staying in a church that is over 107 years old:-) The stained glass windows were shipped in from Germany back in the early 20's and are still in tact! We hope you enjoy our space as much as we do!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests