BEST VIEW on Lake Hamilton

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This is the southerly view from our cottage. Mount Riante is in the background.

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Wonderful

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 892.9 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Hot Springs, AR

Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
‪11 min drive‬
Hot Springs National Park
‪11 min drive‬
Bathhouse Row
‪11 min drive‬
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

No kidding, the view is spectacular with Mount Riante in the distance. We are on the main channel facing due South which is important because it means NO MOSQUITOES and there is always a nice breeze.

We are just outside the city limits of Hot Springs which means we are minutes away from everything, 5 minutes from Oaklawn Park, yet located on a private, quiet peninsula.

We have a boat dock available with a marina a few hundred yards away to gas up the boat. You will put your boat in at Hill Wheatley park and hop across the main channel to our boat dock.

We have covered parking for your vehicle or your boat trailer. You will want to put your boat in prior to coming to cottage as we have a steep driveway.

Property manager

Chris Schmiedeke

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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 deadlock

About the area

Hot Springs

Located in Lake District, a neighbourhood in Hot Springs, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Bathhouse Row is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hot Springs National Park and Lake Ouachita. Check out an event or a game at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, and consider making time for Magic Springs and Crystal Falls, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Hot Springs, AR

What's nearby

Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Hot Springs National Park - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
Hot Springs Convention Center - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
Bathhouse Row - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
Magic Springs and Crystal Falls - 15 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
‪Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪World Buffet - ‬7 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEST VIEW on Lake Hamilton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at BEST VIEW on Lake Hamilton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST VIEW on Lake Hamilton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEST VIEW on Lake Hamilton located?

Located in Lake District, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Funtrackers Family Park, Extreme Fun Spot and St Joseph's Mercy Clinic. Cathy's Quiltin Square and Family Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

2 December 2024

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

Thanksgiving

Absolutely Beautiful

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John T.

2 November 2024

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

A hidden gem

I recommend getting there during the daylight to ensure you find the property easily. If you consider where you are at and who’s around you, this is absolutely a Total win. The views were spectacular. I loved having a place for my car and bikes. I found the easy way to get back-and-forth that wasn’t too dusty. And there are ways to get to downtown Hot Springs from here. We will be back

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie S.

8 September 2024

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed 7 great days, so relaxing and the sunsets are spectacular.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

N G.

29 August 2024

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

Gorgeous view, rustic lodging

Happy with our choice, what we were looking for - but definitely rustic - older cabin, wear and tear. The beds were comfortable. And the view and access to water were excellent. Area for dog relief was rough and not convenient - wish they had an easy to access grassy area available.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great spot to get together

This place has an amazing back porch/deck that looks straight out on the lake Hamilton. You wake up in the morning and the first thing you see is the water and people driving by on their boat having fun. Only about 10 to 15 minutes from town. And only about 15-20 minutes from Ouachita lake. I was kind of bummed that the Jets and the Jacuzzi didn’t work and kind of bummed that the icemaker didn’t work. Walmart was just down the street so it wasn’t a big deal for ice. Bring extra toilet paper and I am coming here. There was a very limited supply toilet paper.. Overall, an amazing spot. We would definitely come back to this spot again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

31 July 2024

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

Great Location and Cute Cottage

We loved the location on the lake and the layout of the cottage. We would definitely rent here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

3 July 2024

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

Great place

Loved the cottage! Loved our stay. Owners were great. Cottage was well stocked with essentials. Only issue was the 1 shower was tiny.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

27 May 2024

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

Hidden Gem

Wonderful cabin in the water. Perfect size place with a beautiful dock.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

June D.

16 April 2024

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

The perfect view

Our cabin was more than comfortable. It had the most amazing view of the lake but most importantly a most perfect view of the total eclipse. A perfect place for a perfect day. Close to everything and host was easy to communicate with. This place will forever be part of a memory of a lifetime, thank you! We recommend it highly.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

27 October 2023

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

Relax on the lake

Nice place to hang out for a couple of days. Reminds to lake cottages of my youth. Everything was perfect because of the company and location.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 October 2023

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

Perfect Getaway!

We needed to run away for our 30th anniversary from St. Louis. It was beyond perfect! The place was so qaint and welcoming. I loved that we could bring our dog. We spent every minute on the dock, or the deck. Probably the only time that I have been in a lake in October, around here. Totally PERFECT!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

16 September 2023

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

Relaxing Getaway

Very quiet setting with nice view. Good outdoor space to lounge. Close to shopping and dining. Also saw several deer.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

4 September 2023

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

Great little cottage

The views were amazing

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANICE P.

20 August 2023

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

Lake Hamilton get away

We had an amazing time. Relaxing and fun

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

18 July 2023

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

Nice place on the lake

Older cabin on the lake. Old school. Clean with nice amenities. Very quiet and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marva M., Athens, Tx. USA

13 July 2023

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

Home away from home

We enjoyed our stay and definitely will return, everything was as expected, property was very clean, fully stocked with all the things one need all we had to do was bring our food and snacks, everything was functioning, the views were amazing!, the owners very fast to respond to our messages, our two teens totally approved this getaway and we all are looking forward to the next opportunity to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara t.

29 June 2023

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

Absolutely perfect

This property is an older house that’s sits directly on Lake Hamilton. The view is absolutely stunning. Perfect get away for a couple We will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

21 June 2023

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

Phil Devall

Great cottage with a great location. Convenient location for downtown activities. Cottage was clean and very comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kim C.

31 March 2023

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

Decent for the price

The owner was very responsive. The place was clean, but not deep clean. It definitely shows it’s age. For the price and our length of stay it was fine. The dock and porch were nice. We had good weather and spent our time outside. Not a ton of space to run around for our 8 & 9 year old boys, but they made the best of it, climbing around the back yard and using their imaginations. If deep clean is your thing, find someplace else. If you don’t mind a little dust/dirt in the corners, windows, and window sills, you’ll be fine here.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

20 March 2023

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

Great Price, Great Place!

We enjoyed staying here and felt like the price was right for the property. Good location (short drive to any major attraction in Hot Springs) and was exactly what we were looking for. Pros: Easy check-in/ check-out, clean, pet-friendly, stocked with all toiletries and enough kitchen utensils. Cons: it is a dated property and furnishings are pretty basic (which is fine if you're just looking for a base to operate a vacation our of), the bed with the blue blanket sags a but in the middle (we put a kid on it and switched to the pink bed), beds in general are not the most comfortable but will get you by, hot water does not last long so we had to shower in shifts, driveway is very steep and can be a little intimidating but once you've done it a couple of times it's fine. Overall, the location on the lake was great and there are grocery stores and restraunts very nearby. We were there during a bit of a cold snap and the heating was perfect. There's a TV with Roku which allowed us to access Netflix, etc. For the price point this property gets 5 stars.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer M.

22 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty view

The view is lovely. The house was clean. There are soft spots in the floor. No outlets worked in the bathroom. Very few outlets in the house at all. The hot water in the shower lasted only about 7 minutes. I wasn’t expecting the Ritz and this is not it, but overall I enjoyed my stay. The hills and steep slopes of hot springs are not for the faint of heart. The driveway does get easier to handle as time passes. Having a washer and dryer was great. Also the little coffee station is a nice touch.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Becky R.

25 November 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not pleased with stay

Pro: wifi and heat worked, great view Con: rustic yes, didn't expect 5 star accommodations but floors were filthy (owner did send cleaning lady who swept & mop but didn't do bathroom floors), windows filthy, couldn't get TV to work since we needed a streaming service, bathtub was nasty, floors had weak/soft spots throughout, door was damaged at bottom, electrical covers were damaged and worst of all bed was so uncomfortable we couldn't sleep. Had a 3 night stay but left after one night (was only there 15 hrs). Place needs a lot of TLC. For the nightly rate it was very disappointing.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

carla t.

2 November 2022

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

So nice

Thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kevin S.

29 September 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Older Lake property

The beds were uncomfortable and coverings were minimal. The cushions for the lake furniture were filthy and covered with dog hair. The water in the shower was just hot enough to shower without cold water being in. The clothes I hung in the closet stunk from just being hanged up in there. Location was great though.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila R.

9 September 2022

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location AND Views

In general, we loved this location and the views!!It’s very close to all the downtown sites and all the restaurants on Lake Hamilton. Upon check-in I was not pleased with the cleaning and the amount of supplies. That has since been taken care of. Overall a great place great location beds are hard and very uncomfortable. We would come back and stay if the supply issue and other requests got completed.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Schmiedeke

Myself, my wife and our two girls live in Dallas, Texas. My wife is originally from Hot Springs and we travel here as much as time will allow.

We love the Hot Springs area, and wanted someplace on the lake where we could get away.

Why they chose this property

We love this property because of the spectacular views and southerly breeze. We had a place in a cove at one time, and the mosquitos were unbearable.

Our home is a rustic 50+ year old cottage built right on the lake. Multiple decks to lounge on, a boat dock and steps right down into the water.

Check the photos and reviews to learn more about our vacation home. If you are expecting the Ritz Carlton, this is not your place. This is a fantastic rustic cottage where you can hang out at night and spend your days in the water. It is private and quiet with the rumble of boat engines and waves to put you to sleep on the deck.

What makes this property unique

There are multiple decks to lounge on and great swimming. We are minutes from everything by both boat and car. It is a perfect location.

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1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Den

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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