Gwen's Nest- a unique luxury, family cottage in the woods! | Cottage in Siloam Springs

10.0 (16 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  5 Guests
Siloam Springs Cottage | Gwen's Nest- a unique luxury, family cottage in the woods!

2 Bedroom Cottage in Siloam Springs

Summary:
Nestled on 830 acres, but just a couple miles south of town, this completely renovated, historic cottage has all the modern amenities. It features an open floor plan that spans 40 feet from front to back upstairs, in one of the most peaceful and natural, tree top settings. It also has two covered/ screened in decks with a 16' bar perfect for enjoying the amazing scenery and the beauty of The Natural State. It's the perfect place for your next family gathering, or just to get away and relax.
The Space:
Located about a mile uphill from the new WOKA Whitewater Kayak Park, and right next to all the new trails, this historic cottage, originally built in 1904, has been completely renovated, while maintaining its original charm. Enjoy amazing views from all around, but especially from the screen in decks overlooking a steep wooded hillside/ valley. As well as a one of kind hot & cold outdoor shower on bottom deck/ screened in porch off back bedroom downstairs. Set amongst 830 acres of the historic Lake Frances property near Siloam Springs, AR, the area is now known as the Lake Frances Preserve, for wildlife habitat, water quality, and future public access. The property was purchased from the descendants of Frances Sloan Thomas, for whom the lake was named, and is the largest tract purchased by NWALT to date, making it their biggest conservation property in Benton County.
The preserve lies on the Arkansas/Oklahoma border east of the Illinois River and the former 70-acre Lake Frances. It is one of the largest tracts of contiguous forest in western Benton County and is considered one of the most significant pine/oak woodlands in Northwest Arkansas. There is also a large post oak savanna of regional conservation significance along Lake Frances Gate Rd.
“Permanently protecting the Lake Frances property ensures a piece of Benton County’s natural heritage is protected forever. The shortleaf pine stands and oak savanna are unique in our region and help tell the story of what it was like here nearly 200 years ago,” said Marson Nance, Director of Land Stewardship and Research. “We’ve already found unique plants on the property but have barely scratched the surface in documenting the land’s biodiversity.”
Lake Frances Preserve has over seven miles of mapped streams, much of which consists of seasonal and ephemeral streams which support an abundance of plants and wildlife. Permanent protection of these streams and their habitats will help protect water quality in the Illinois River.
Guest Access:
Coded entry. You will receive detailed self check in instructions on the day of arrival.
The Neighborhood:
Located just south of Siloam Springs in the historic Lake Francis area amongst only a few other properties not owned by the NWA Land Trust. Easy to access from HWY 59, but you will feel like you are the only one around in the rural setting. Just up the road/ hill from the new kayak park opening Spring of 2023.
Other Things to Note:
Located just 5.5 miles from Historic Downtown Siloam Springs, but on a 880 acre private reserve, you’ll feel like you are in the middle of nowhere.
We also have an optional additional/ overflow space at a super cute, fully renovate camper located right next door (if you need an additional bed/ space). It has a very comfy full bed, and a bunk for small adult/ child and table also makes into a bed. Send us a message if interested booking this additional space.
Interaction with Guests:
Happy to help answer questions, give suggestions on where to eat/ what to do. Always available, quick to respond, but we will never bug you.

Gwen's Nest- a unique luxury, family cottage in the woods! is located in Siloam Springs. Gwen's Nest- a unique luxury, family cottage in the woods! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Internet, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Gwen's Nest- a unique luxury, family cottage in the woods! has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Siloam Springs has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Siloam Springs, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children
  • English
  • Office
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: this place is not suitable for children/infants...
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Joan T.
Jun 14, 2025 12:08:31 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful location and very quiet. We love the decor and the atmosphere inside and out. Very comfortable beds, pretty bathrooms, lots of amenities, games, puzzles, books to read, streaming tv, well-stocked kitchen with appliances and utensils, thank you for the coffee! We love watching the birds in the forest from the porch and listening to them sing. Easy access and short drive to nearby Siloam Springs. Thank you for a great stay.
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