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Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River!

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Large Beautiful Newly Decorated and Updated Home sitting on 10 park like acres
Spacious home, level walkways and nice front porch
Beautiful property with large outside play areas
Fenced yard, lots of room for large gatherings
Large level parking areas

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Harrison, AR
  • Mystic Caverns
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lyric Theater
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

2 Queen Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River!

10 Acres Beautiful and Secluded Whispering Pines Retreat is located in Boone County on Hwy 206 East about 2 miles off Scenic Highway 7 South. It is 12 miles South of Harrison and 12 miles North of Jasper. Perfect Location for visiting everything the Ozarks has to offer! It is Perfect for families and friends wanting to travel together and share expenses. Located only 15 minutes from the Buffalo National River & Ozark National Forest. Short Drive for Day trips to Branson MO and Eureka Springs AR. Great for Motorcyclists easy in and out, no dirt roads. Perfect for large groups or small reunions. This property sleeps 10 adults. 2 kitchen areas. 3 bedrooms, 2 queen size beds and 1 king size. 2 queen size sleeper sofas. Very spacious. Beautiful patio area. Peaceful setting. All bedrooms have flat screen TVs with streaming channels. Home Away from Home! Paved Roads, perfect for motorcycles.

Property manager

Katherine Hefley

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: 18
Check out before 11:00 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 allowed: in designated areas
Only paid guests can use stay overnight at this property and use all amenities provided.
Due to insurance restrictions. NO fires ALLOWED inside the fireplace in the Living Room.

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: 75
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Mystic Caverns, while Boone County Heritage Museum and Lyric Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harrison, AR

What's nearby

  • Mystic Caverns - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lyric Theater - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Maplewood Cemetery - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon - 29 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Top of the Rock Golf Course - 48 min drive - 57.0 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Daisy Queen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Retreat Minutes to the Buffalo National River! located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mystic Caverns, Buffalo National River and Lake Harris Park. Minnie Harris Park and Lake Harris are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Teri T.

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

Scouting trip

We really enjoyed the geese out front and the property was very peaceful. Katherine has the property stocked well for her guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilee B.

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

Lovely stay at whispering pines.

The property was beautiful and spacious could have hosted a much bigger group than we had. The home was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Riding the Ozarks

Perfect place for our trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

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

Getaway

Another couple andvus enjoyed our stay at Whispering Pines. We were on a short getaway with our Harley motorcycles to enjoy the country roads. The home was clean, welcoming and the air-conditioning a plus! Beautifully decorated home, cute set up and appreciated the coffee amenities. High-quality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

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

Great place

Very enjoyable country location. We would highly recommend Kathy and this property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennia W.

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

Get away

Absolutely beautiful, peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Excellent place to stay for a family or other group

The host did a wonderful job, preparing the house with much more than just the basics and in an aesthetically pleasing manner. She communicates well and is needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teryl K.

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

Outstanding Rupert and host

The house was huge and very cutely decorated. Kathy was very helpful with suggestions and tips for the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Hefley

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Hello, I own Buffalo River Rentals located on Scenic 7 Byway in Newton County, Marble Falls, Arkansas. Newton County is in the Heart of the Majestic Ozark Mountains. I have lived in the Ozarks for more than 50 years. I have raised my 2 children here and now enjoy my 8 Grand Daughters and 1 Grandson that live in Harrison. I have been a nurse for more than 35 years and I guest I am a natural born caregiver... I truly love taking care of my family, friends and my guests! I welcome you to Whispering Pines Retreat. You Have Made an Awesome Choice and You Will Love Your Stay!

Why they chose this property

Beautiful and Secluded Whispering Pines Retreat is located in Boone County on Hwy 206 East about 2 miles off Scenic Highway 7 South. It is 12 miles South of Harrison and 12 miles North of Jasper. Perfect Location for visiting everything the Ozarks has to offer! It is Perfect for families and friends wanting to travel together and share expenses. Located only 15 minutes from the Buffalo National River & Ozark National Forest.

What makes this property unique

Let's talk about the Upper Buffalo River Country...Swimming in clean clear waters surrounded by beautiful natural bluffs and rock formations, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting & Fishing, Canoe rental and shuttle service is available locally for floating and fishing on the Buffalo National River and the Kings River. Both are famous for small mouth bass, but also offer catfish and largemouth bass. *Hiking at Lost Valley, Hemmed in Hollow, Pedestal Rock, Sam’s Throne, Hawksbill Crag and The Goat Bluff, Round Top Mountain, Alum Cove and Family Hikes like Triple/Twin Falls. Upper Buffalo Area offers some of the best hiking trails you will ever experience. For all of you waterfall hunters and with over 200 breathtaking waterfalls, hunting them has become a regular activity in the area. *Boxley Valley is the Elk Capital, this is the place to admire and photogragh the ever growing elk herds of Northwest Arkansas. Newton County has been declared the “Elk Capitol of Arkansas” by the governor. Lots of wildlife watching, this area boasts a wide variety of wildlife including whitetail deer, elk herds, wild turkey, black bear, squirrel, fox, raccoon, bald eagles, hawks, great blue heron and many more. *Explore our Caves only a 3 miles away from the Mystic Caverns which has 2 caves to explore. Also just a short drive away are Blanchard Springs, Eden Falls Cave, & Cosmic Caverns, offers opportunity to see once in a lifetime formations in the caves. *Close day trips nearby are Branson, Missouri, it is the music capitol of the Ozarks, Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Springfield, Missouri is a nice day-trip to see the famous Bass Pro Shop with its wildlife exhibits. *Our Beautiful Lakes are Bull Shoals, Norfork and Table Rock Lakes. Wonderful places to visit and take the family are Hilary Jones Wildlife Museum in Jasper, AR, and the Walton Crystal Bridges Museum in Springdale, AR. There is more to do than you'll ever be able to get done in one trip!

Languages:

English