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The Bear Den

5.0 star property

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Property entrance
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Family dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81184 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Spa

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23 E Pine Cove, Mount Ida, AR, 71957
  • Place, Ouachita National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ouachita
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Joplin Public Use Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bear Den

5-star Mount Ida condo steps from Ouachita National Forest
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at this condo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the condo building's 2 restaurants. The condo has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a memory foam bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven.
Guest accommodations at this condo offer fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desk chairs and dining tables. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 5-star condo have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Mount Ida condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 65-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina are featured at the condo. A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the condo's full-service spa, Turtle Cove Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.
Dining is available at one of the condo's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. In addition to a full-service spa, this condo features a marina and outdoor tennis courts. This luxury condo also offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and spa services. Limited complimentary onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and a car charging station is available. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2023.

This condo has designated areas for smoking.

This condo has 2 restaurants on site.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Ski equipment rentals

Pool/Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • High chair
  • Musical instrument
  • Playground
  • Travel crib

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Dining table
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 65-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Marina
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Basketball
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fish cleaning table
  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Paddleboard
  • Pedal boat
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Rock climbing
  • Sail boat
  • Scuba diving
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 floors
  • 50 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Renovated - January 2023

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 8 to May 15:
  • Beach
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 80.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 to September 08
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

Property is also known as

The Bear Den Condo
The Bear Den Mount Ida
The Bear Den Condo Mount Ida

The Bear Den Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot to use as your 'home base' while doing daily activities in the area. The Bear Den is well equipped with wifi and TVs to watch and relax after busy days of fishing, hiking, mining, or whatever else you plan for. The pool is within walking distance and viewable from the dining area. The Bear Den is like your home away from home with a kitchen well equipped for any cooking, and laundry in the unit. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

May 2025

From the moment we arrived to the time we left, our stay at the Bear Den was outstanding. Entry instructions were sent early on check-in day, making our arrival smooth and easy. The cabin exceeded our expectations—fully stocked with everything from blenders and Instant Pots to all the cookware you could need, whether you're cooking inside or grilling out. They even had child-friendly utensils for little ones. The bedding was cozy and clearly labeled, which was especially helpful for using the hide-a-beds. We appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the home—robes in the master bedroom, plus a stash of essentials like razors, feminine products, toothbrushes, and toiletries in case anything was forgotten. Outdoors, deer food was provided along with a full set of activities—tennis rackets, basketballs, bug spray, and breathtaking scenery. A fun little bonus: a “bear hunt” around the condo to spot all the bear-themed decor (there are more than you’d expect!), which added a playful touch. The hosts were incredibly responsive. They even came out to replace low batteries in the door lock after we had a brief issue. Overall, this property is fantastic. Our entire family loved it. Just a heads-up—try to arrive during daylight hours, as the driveway turn-in is a bit steep. But trust us, it’s totally worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely spot for a getaway! The hosts thought of everything you might need for a comfy stay. The Turtle Cove Spa was a treat! We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The unit was really nice and the kitchen was the best stocked of any we've ever stayed in. When traveling as a family of 7 we tend to make a lot of our meals in. The roughest part is the driveway to the condo. Be prepared to arrive in daylight the first time as there are lots of turns in the road and the final decent into the parking spot is really steep. The views and hiking trails more than make up for that!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely comfortable. The Condo comes with everything that you might need for a stay in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025