Experience lake life at The Early Favorite, a premium property with a private dock and 2-story patio overlooking Lake Hamilton. With multiple dining and seating areas on both floors of the patio, you can enjoy the views while entertaining friends and family inside or out.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12339 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views!
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The early favorite for a reason! This is a premium property in a perfect location for a week on the lake or a weekend at the track. You are only minutes away from Central Avenue and Oaklawn Racing and Casino. You'll have the tough choice of entertaining friends and family inside or out, because both spaces are so great. This house has everything you need! On the 1st floor, there are 3 king bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, living room, and dining area. The bottom floor has 1 king bedroom, 1 bunkroom, 2 bathrooms, a second living area, a kitchenette, and a game room with ping pong and a pool table! The house is located on a very quiet part of the lake and has multiple dining/seating areas on both floors of the patio!
The boats and jet skis portrayed in these pictures are not available to use or rent during your stay. Thank you for understanding.
~The Property~
3,650 Sq FT | 5 BR 4 BA Lake Front House W/ Private Dock, 2-Story Patio, Gameroom & More | 3.0 Miles to Oaklawn | 5.1 Miles to Hot Springs National Park
Sleeping Arrangements for The Early Favorite (Maximum Occupancy 12):
Bedroom 1 (1st Floor) - King Bed (Bathroom Attached)
Bedroom 2 (1st Floor) - King Bed
Bedroom 3 (1st Floor) - King Bed
Bedroom 4 (2nd Floor) - King Bed (Bathroom Attached)
Outdoors - 2-Story Patio, Private Dock, Gas Grill, Multiple Sitting and Dining Areas to enjoy this amazing back yard, Kayaks and Paddle Boards Available with Life Jackets, Cornhole (Baggo) Boards
Indoor Living Area - Large Comfy Seating, Recliners, Smart TVs, Dining Table, Board Games, Puzzles, Books
Kitchen: Updated and Fully equipped with Cookware, Microwave, Blender, Keurig coffee maker, Crock-Pot, + all Cooking Essentials.
General: Free WiFi, Washer/dryer, Linens and towels, Keyless Entry, Central heating and air conditioning, Complimentary toiletries, Iron/board, Cleaning essentials
~The Location~
Located On Lake Hamilton: Boating, Fishing, Swimming, Kayaking, Canoeing, Jet-Skiing, Watersports, Ouachita River Access, Marinas W/ Boat Rentals. Hot Springs Marina (2.0 Miles Away) has a pay-per-use boat ramp. Very short boat ride to the boat dock
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK (5.0 miles): Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center, Bathhouse Row, Quapaw Bathhouse, Hot Springs Mountain Tower, Gulpha Gorge Trail
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Hot Springs Central Avenue Historic District (5.3 miles), Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (3.0 miles), Gangster Museum of America (5.1 miles), Garvan Woodland Gardens (8.8 miles), Ouachita National Forest (61.8 miles), Lake Catherine State Park (13.1 miles) McClard's BBQ (5.0 miles)
FAMILY DAYS: Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (2.7 miles), Mid-America Science Museum (8.8 miles), Magic Springs Theme and Water Park (7.4 miles) Hot Springs Off-Road Park (14.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (58.3 miles)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- No Pets
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
Note: Lake Hamilton and Catherine get their water levels drawn down from Nov 1st - March 1st each year, which makes some coves and boat docks un-accessible during these months.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Mountain biking
Paddleboard
Table tennis
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Lake District, a neighbourhood in Hot Springs, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Magic Springs and Crystal Falls is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hot Springs National Park and Lake Catherine State Park. Family Fun Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Hot Springs travel guide
Is The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views! located?
Located in Lake District, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Central Bowling Lanes and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort. Family Fun Park and CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Hot Springs are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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The Early Favorite: Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock, Water Access Game Room, and Views! Reviews
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That’s an amazing place to stay. The scenic view from the window was great. Everywhere in the house reflected the host’s good taste in life! Chairs on the balcony, sofas next to the window, and many cute decorations on the grass.
We gathered at the home with our grown children for our annual Family Christmas Trip. It was absolutely perfect! We loved that it was almost like having the home with a separate apartment! We spent our days sight seeing in downtown Hot Springs and our evenings eating in, playing games, and enjoying being together for 4 days. I would absolutely rent this home again. And Grant was an absolute pleasure as a host.
Great trip to the races. House was great as we had 10 and everyone could gather in the same room no problem. Only recommendation would be potentially a kureig instead of drip coffee. Much easier
Our family had a great time and the space suited our needs. The view from the kitchen great room area was just amazing, and we enjoyed the big decks & having opportunity to grill and walk down to the dock. The house was large, but seemed to have a lot of unnecessary items. It’s hard to keep children from moving decor around that is sitting loose on the floor. It was super hot (over 100) while we were there, so we turned the air up to 78 during the day while we were away, to keep the unit from freezing up. The bedrooms & downstairs area was very easy to cool. I guess all the windows & the vaulted ceiling in the center of the house made it very difficult to cool the kitchen & greatroom. It was never as comfortable temperature-wise as the other parts of the home. That was our biggest complaint, but overall the house was great!
We had a wonderful stay at this house. It is conveniently located in town, has a wonderful view of Lake Hamilton, and was very clean and nice! I would definitely stay here again.
This property was perfect for our Annual couple's trip! Plenty of room to gather and enjoy each other and even more to spread out to he alone. Conveniently located to stores and attractions! The communication with property management was amazing and they even left nice welcoming touches at checkin!
This property is in a perfect location, with plenty of shade on all of the decks and in the yard to fish, canoe or just sit outside ALL day! The inside is equally inviting and roomy. I highly recommend this property for your next Hot Springs getaway!
Lots of room for large family gathering! Large kitchen with plenty of dishes, pots etc. Downstairs game room was perfect for late afternoon in door fun, pool table & ping pong. Decks offer great access upstairs and Down to the lake. Convenient to bath houses, restaurants and shopping in Hot Springs! The communication was terrific during planning and during the stay. Very Comfortable home. Enjoyed our stay.
Marlene N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jayant K.
1 Dec 2022
Great lake house
Our large group of 15, enjoyed the house. The views are beautiful, the game room is entertaining and there is everything you need in the house. 4 bathrooms are very convenient and the home is spacious. On the down side, the refrigerator freezer and kitchen in general had a lot of expired food, expired in 2017. Also there are a lot of personal items, like clothes, medication, lingerie etc lying around. If the personal items can be put away, it would be perfect. Excellent walking area in the neighborhood and great view of fall colors.
We liked the property, stay and views. However, would have been very nice if these small things are taken care before an occupancy as the property is old but renowated.Family room window needs to be replaced. Slide door came out after we touched it. Hndyman fixed it and learned that owner is planning to replace it.One TV remotes needs to be replaced/upgraded with faster systems. FireStick stopped responding after a day. Downstairs TV responds too slow.Checkout time 10am is fine, but, wish we had an extension of checkout time atleast 11am.