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THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin

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Fitness facility

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cotter, AR
  • Bull Shoals Lake
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Bull Shoals-White River State Park
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Mountain Home, AR (WMH-Ozark Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin

This four bedroom, two bath house is located on the banks of the scenic White River in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north Arkansas between Bull Shoals Reservoir and Cotter, Arkansas, the 'Trout Fishing Capital of the USA'. Available year round for weekly or nightly rental, with a two night minimum, a person can wade fish for the abundant rainbow trout or that trophy brown that's lurking in the crystal clear waters of the river just steps from the spacious back deck. One of the premier fishing areas for wade fishermen is Wildcat Shoals, located less than 400 yards downstream, an easy walk along the river bank. To expand your fishing area upstream or down, launch a boat at the public boat ramp at Wildcat Shoals Access just three hundred yards upstream. If fishing is not what brings you to the White, there is nothing more relaxing than sitting on the deck overlooking the river or around the fire pit and watching the river flow by.
The house has two bedrooms with twin beds in each, one bedroom with a queen bed, and the master suite with both a queen bed and an alcove with two twin beds as well as an enclosed bath. The Retreat has two living areas, each with a big screen TV, and a full kitchen with two refrigerators. Other amenities include a washer and dryer, satellite TV service, and WiFi service.
The Retreat has a non smoking policy.
Rates are $225.00 per night for the first two people, $15.00 per night for each additional person.

Property manager

Tim Taylor

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 3:00 PM
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 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 the mountains and on the waterfront. Big Creek Golf and Country Club and Mountain Home Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White River and Crooked Creek. 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 - 35 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Mountain Village 1890 - 39 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock - 40 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Bull Shoals-White River State Park - 46 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Buffalo National River - 50 min drive - 32.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE RIVERBEND RETREAT--A White River Fishing Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from White River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Crooked Creek and Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Donald W. Reynolds Library - Baxter County Library and Mountain Home City Hall are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Whit river retreat

Great cabin on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

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

Great location

We loved our stay! The house had most everything we needed and was in our favorite location. Tim was very easy to communicate with an very hospitable. The area is relatively quiet, beautiful landscape and wildlife. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Great host and great stay

Had a great experience and would recommend to anyone coming to the area to fish. Caught fish wading right out the backyard. Talked to a few locals who reaffirmed our best fishing was right at our VRBO. Clear check in and check out instructions. Would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for a group

Five. Friends and I stayed for five nights to attend the southern rodmakers gathering. The place was clean as described. There was plenty of room for all of us and we had a great time. We might book it again for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

rachel d.

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

Great place to stay.

Everything was excellent except for the very hard beds .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

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

Family Fishing Trip

We picked the perfect place to spend our White River fishing trip. The house was accurately described on VRBO and we lacked for nothing. My grandsons were able to fish within view of the deck and fish were abundant. Above all the house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Men's Retreat

The house was perfect for accomplishing what we set out to do. Proximity to the river was ideal and the deck large deck made watching the river roll by very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Best Spot on the White!

The Riverbend Retreat is our favorite place to stay on the White River. Very close to Wildcat public boat launch. Plenty of shoreline fishing. Very comfortable accommodations with 2 living rooms, 2 refrigerators, and 2 porches!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

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

Riverbend Retreat!!!

Great all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie N., Monroe LA

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

Great fishing weekend

We have stayed here several times. It fits 2 families very easily. We fish straight from the bank with our waders on, and usually do pretty well! We love this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great getaway

This is a great place to vacation especially if you’re wanting to do trout fishing, which can be done behind the house in the White River. Tim Taylor is an excellent host, as he provided everything we needed. We all caught loads of trout. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikki A.

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

Great time:

The house was amazing and plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

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

Trout fishing at it’s finest

Tim was great to deal with and answered all questions I had. The house is fantastic and proximity to the White River - you can’t get better. Absolutely zero issues and will be back with my family next time. I have found my new vacation house! Now all of you stay away from it so it’s open when I want to go back..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Best Spot on the River

This place is my favorite place to stay on the White River. Plenty of bedrooms. Two separate dens with their own TV's. Good Wifi. PLENTY of shallow bank fishing. VERY close to Wildcat Shoals Public launch. Repeat customer over many years.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Excellent as usual!

This is our 4th or 5th time staying at the Riverbend Retreat. We love it every time we are there. Great house with lots of room and everything you need. Great location with some of the best fishing right in the back yard. Great neighbors and great owners. I cannot say enough about our favorite getaway. You are truly going to love it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sid D.

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

Nice place near Wildcat

Nice place. Friendly and responsive owner
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Great Property

We enjoyed our stay at this property. Tim was very responsive when I had questions. Sitting around the fire pit at night was enjoyable. Overall, it was a great experience. The only negatives were the coffee maker did not work (but we found a spare coffee maker), the icemaker was not level, so the ice trays overflowed into the ice tray, making the ice stick together, and the guest room toilet float kept getting stuck, and we had to unstick it every time. These were very minor inconveniences that did not overshadow our experience there. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie W.

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

Perfect for trout fishing

We were walking distance to a public access boat ramp at the famous Wildcat Shoals. We caught several big brown trout within shore reach to the VRBO property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Honey B.

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

Great for family time

This is the second year we’ve gathered our family on the White River for pre-Thanksgiving fun. Tim and Chessy’s place is perfect - right on the water, spacious, and stocked with everything we need to cook and relax together. Super hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great location, we'll be back!

Love the White, love the access. We caught the first snow!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Relaxing

Great location and very relaxing, inside and out. Very sizable deck and fire pit area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald R A.

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

Beautiful Retreat

Beautiful setting and setup for our fishing trip. Owner is easy to reach with questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Twice a year trip

Been coming to the white river for over 20 years. Staying at Riverbend Retreat for probably the past 8 years. Always a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

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

Great place right on the White river

Great fishing and plenty of room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

great place

great place great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tim Taylor

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Languages:

English