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The Lake House on Lake Hamilton

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Lakeview and boat dock
front of house
garage
deck off back door
boat dock and deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Royal, AR
  • Hot Springs National Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Bathhouse Row
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Lake Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Lake House on Lake Hamilton

We have been listing with VRBO for over 15 years and have a proven track record. The Lake House has the most beautiful view of Lake Hamilton and is located right on the water with over 100 feet of lake frontage. You will not find a more peaceful and secluded location and yet you are only 30 minutes away from downtown Hot Springs, horse racing, and all that a resort town has to offer. We have a strict limit of no more than 4 adults and 2 kids (but kids must be 12 years or younger).

The lake house is 1,200 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, large living room and dining area. The living room and dining room have French doors that open onto a 550 foot wood deck which over looks the lake. Please note that the living room area faces the lake and there are no houses on that side so we opted not to place any curtains or blinds on those windows to allow for better views and more light. It is very private. There are blinds and/or curtains in all other rooms. Bedrooms have king and queen sized beds. A futon is located in the living area that will sleep two. The house is well maintained with central air, washer/dryer, and fully equipped kitchen. A 2 car detached garage is located at the front of the property. On the waterfront we have a large covered boat dock with a 300 foot deck area where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a drink as you look out over the water.

This property allows the best of both worlds. Get out of town to be in the country, yet have all the comforts of home as well as all that a city has to offer less than thirty minutes away by boat or car. Something for the entire family: Dad’s off to the horse races, the kids go for a dip in the lake, mom relaxes on the deck with a cold glass of lemonade while grandma fishes and grandpa strolls under the Arkansas Pines. Everyone needs to get away and there is no better place than our little piece of paradise.

For our winter guests, please note: The lake is lowered in the winter months beginning November 1st and raised again at the beginning of March. It's usually lowered anywhere from one to three feet. The lake will resemble more of a river and there is no water under the dock in winter. However, it is still beautiful and even more peaceful.

We have resisted cable or Wi-Fi at all of our homes and we have never gotten a complaint about someone missing it. In fact, we have heard the opposite—that it was nice to get away from the internet. It also helps us to save on costs which is reflected in our rates. We know that the lack of that modern convenience may be a necessity, and we understand if our place isn't right for you. However, we do get great cell coverage and one can tether to a phone if needed. We do have a nice collection of "old school" VHS tapes and DVD's.

Property manager

Jeff Hicks

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Royal

Located in Royal, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bathhouse Row and Buckstaff Bathhouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ohio Club and Hot Springs Mall. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Royal, AR

What's nearby

  • Hot Springs National Park - 24 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort - 25 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Bathhouse Row - 25 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Hot Springs Convention Center - 25 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Magic Springs and Crystal Falls - 30 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Express - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lake House on Lake Hamilton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lake House on Lake Hamilton?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake House on Lake Hamilton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lake House on Lake Hamilton located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ouachita National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hot Springs National Park and Optimist Park. Cathy's Quiltin Square and On Target Indoor Firing Range are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

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

Brandon B.

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

Great Spring Break

Quick family trip with two school aged kids for spring break and we had a great experience. Second time staying here and didn’t disappoint.Owner Jeff was super responsive on a couple minor issues and resolved within minutes. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent H.

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

Wonderful place

Relaxed, quaint and quite. Perfect get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

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

Great Lake getaway

We had a great stay over the 4th. This house was perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

The lake house

Was a really nice place to wind down after a day of exploring.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Relaxing

Was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

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

Perfect long weekend

This property was perfect for a nice quiet fall getaway. Enjoyed an evening fire in the fire pit, the lakeside dock, and all the comforts of this beautiful home. Highly recommend as a homebase for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina / Ray V.

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

Long Weekend Getaway

We were very impressed with the house and access to the lake. Had intended to visit Hot Springs, but found the lakeside house and dock so peaceful that we never made it into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra G.

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

Summer vacat

We were in search for a family-friendly and relaxing getaway where we could enjoy beautiful scenery, fishing, swimming and quality time together. Jeff’s place exceeded all our expectations!! Just make sure to pack mosquito spray for night time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim n.

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

Fourth Visit and Counting!

This is the fourth time I have stayed at this fantastic lake property! I keep coming back again and again because it is such a gem. The homeowners have thought of everything you need and more. The house is spotless, the views are to die for and the relaxation can be beat! If you pass up this fantastic rental, you will be sorry you did!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly B.

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

Great place

Beautiful view, property clean We really enjoyed our stay and the deer were so beautiful to watch . I would recommend updating mattresses in bedrooms the king bed you could feel the springs and queen bed you would get stuck in a hole... but everything else was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

christina b.

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

Before School Getaway

A very relaxing vacation…house and lake was beautiful. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys downtime equipped with games, movies, reading and some fishing. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenny W.

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

Very pleasant, no worries , great view

No problems at all
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abigail G.

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

FamilySpringbreak

Had fun on our spring break trip. The place had a beautiful view and I enjoyed drinking my coffee outside while listening to the birds. My kids enjoyed fishing. I’m glad this place had entertainment outside. And we got to enjoy tv in the evenings. My kids got to learn what a VCR and VHS are.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Excellent Getaway

Jeff, the Property Owner was fantastic, responsive within minutes throughout. The property was secluded from the nearby city but the drive into town was right up my alley...curvy, scenic, and quiet. The house is everything you want or need and if you take advantage of the fishing of the dock and just let yourself go, you won't even pick up your phone. I think we will come back, definitely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Fabulous lake house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Lake Hamilton for the viewing of the solar eclipse. The dock was hang out central for fishing, paddle boats, and relaxing. Interior and patio furniture could use a little updating. The grill is small and uses charcoal. It would also have been nice to have more than 2 dishwasher pods and some foil or cling wrap. We loved the yard and view which more than made up for all the minor inconveniences. The host was also very pleasant and responsive. Would recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B., Clifton

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

Relaxing Getaway

We wanted to spend a few days exploring the Hot Springs area and this property was the perfect getaway. We had a nice combination of being able to see the sights for part of the day and relax on the private dock in the mornings and later in the evening. We loved feeling the breeze off the lake and watching the boats. The table on the back deck was also great for a few outdoor meals. The kitchen is well equipped, though we only did simple meals so we could spend more time relaxing. There were plenty of videos to watch and games to play, though we found we didn't even need them. There were even books to read if we hadn't brought our own. The beds were quite comfortable. Our biggest problem was having to leave when our stay was over!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sylvia h.

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

Weekend away

Beautiful house in country on Lake Hamilton. Very quiet and cozy. The whole place was very well stocked and equipped. We enjoyed the quiet and seeing lots of deer and squirrels.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Second visit

Our 2nd visit, will be back. Boat dock very comfortable for setting by the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful lake and scenery

It was so well equipped with all your needs. Very clean and comfortable. The lake view alone is so peaceful. We will definitely return and/or recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

As good as advertised

This is an unassuming yet delightful little vacation rental right on the river. The fenced back yard was perfect to let my little ones run and play, and the dock was a breath of fresh air (literally - the breeze blew right down the river). We loved sitting out there in the evenings as the trees across the river were bathed in golden light near sunset. The accommodations were fine and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and utensils. The most unexpected bonus? A working VHS player and an extensive collection of '90s movies! This Millennial loved cranking up 30-year-old movies from his childhood to show his kids and demonstrate how technology used to work - and I even had to bust out the ol' butter knife fix to repair one stuck VHS (you're welcome, Jeff)! We just had a few small complaints, none of which were worth docking a star: 1) The river was VERY busy. Granted, it was Labor Day weekend, but there were boats steaming by 100-150 feet away from the dock at high speed every 30-60 seconds, no exaggeration. Fishing was completely unfruitful thanks in large part to the high traffic. Obviously, this isn't the property owner's fault; it's just something to consider if you're looking for a quieter place. 2) There were signs posted in the bedroom asking us to fold up the comforters and not use them. Really? This was a bit silly to us; if it's on the bed, the implied assertion is that it's meant to be used. We think guests shouldn't need to switch out the "photogenic" comforter for a more functional blanket just to use the bed. 3) Spider webs everywhere! The dock in particular started to look like a Halloween decoration just after sunset as the hundreds of spiders came out to play every night. We live in the country ourselves, so we're used to lots of bugs - but we suggest that a small amount of environmentally-friendly pest control in the high traffic areas may help guests avoid the "spider web dance" from walking through webs every day. Again, very minor complaints - and certainly not significant enough to detract from what was a lovely experience. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Little slice of heaven/ peaceful/relaxing/beautiful

We had the most amazing, fun, peaceful and relaxing vacation here on Lake Hamilton!! The property was absolutely beautiful with a nice backyard overlooking beautiful Lake Hamilton. We enjoyed the pier and being able to dock a boat. We enjoyed the deer every morning and evening!! We loved exploring the lake, hills, hiking, swimming, fishing. Wonderful memories made here we will definitely be back!!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Destiney T.

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

Beautiful

We really enjoyed our stay! There was more than enough room for my family of 5. The view from the back porch and dock was amazing. We also saw several deer which we loved! Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie A.

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

Beautiful view!

Beautiful place that worked perfect for my family. The kids loved to set and fish off the dock (they didn’t catch much but they didn’t care.) The house had been painted since the pic I saved so if you’re like me and worry you’re not in the right place, don’t worry! Bit of a drive if you’re in and out of town a lot but we didn’t mind at all with the scenery. Lots of deer, geese, lizards, little fish. Fun for the kiddos or perfect place to just lounge and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shandolyn S.

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

Great Little House

My family was very comfortable in this cozy, clean house. We absolutely loved the boat dock and amazing view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The house was located on the lake with a big dock for fishing and drinking morning coffee. My family and I enjoyed our weekend playing the board games, cards and watching old VHS movies that the owner provided. The owner was quick to respond and the house was very nice and quaint. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a private fishing dock or a weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Hicks

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I'm an author and songwriter as well as a real estate professional. I have published two full length novels, two children's books, and two plays which can be found on Amazon: J. Suthern Hicks (author). I'm also a songwriter for the band Seven Years located in Los Angeles California Although I currently reside in California, my heart will always remain in Arkansas and that's why I purchased this 'dream' home on the lake with my family, whom all still reside in the Hot Springs area. We are happy to share this peaceful place on the planet with people who appreciate nature and beauty.

Why they chose this property

When I started looking for a lake house, I had no idea what to expect. I looked at a lot of 'so called' lake properties that were either not on the lake at all or were perhaps more on a creek. Once I walked into this house and saw the view, I knew it was the place for me. I fell in love with it immediately. Unfortunately, the owners were not listing it for sale for another whole year. Luckily, when multiple offers came in on the first listing day, they gave me priority. I could travel almost anywhere in the world with my flexible schedule, but I find myself always coming back to the Lake House. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Languages:

English