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The Bear Den

5.0 star property
Luxury condo on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Property entrance
Family dining
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Seasonal outdoor pool
Located close to Joplin Public Use Area and Tompkins Bend Public Use Area, The Bear Den provides a marina, game and wildlife viewing, and a grocery/convenience store. With a beachfront location, scuba diving, and snorkeling, this condo is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial and a massage at Turtle Cove Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding, sailing, and motor boating. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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

Luxury condo on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
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.

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

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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

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

About the neighborhood

Map
23 E Pine Cove, Mount Ida, AR, 71957

What's nearby

  • Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake Ouachita - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Joplin Public Use Area - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Twin Creek - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Tompkins Bend Public Use Area - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pop Pop's Pizza & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Point 28 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway at Brady Mountain Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lodge Restaurant - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bear Den have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 8 to May 15.

Is The Bear Den pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bear Den ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bear Den ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bear Den ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Den located?

Located in Mount Ida, this beachfront condo building is in a national park and within a 15-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Lake Ouachita. Joplin Public Use Area and Denby Point Public Use Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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