Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

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Moon Shadow Lodge ... on the edge of Greers Ferry Lake and the Ozark Mountains.
Gate entrance view of Greers Ferry Lake ... 500 feet below.
Rock lined swimming hole ... Water Step Cove.  Pristine!
This a a panoramic shot of the Great Room with a view of the lake.
Great room of Moon Shadow Lodge.

Overview of Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Cascadia, AR
  • Popular LocationLittle Red River1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFairfield Bay Marina61 min drive
  • Popular LocationMountain Ranch Course61 min drive
  • AirportBatesville, AR (BVX-Batesville Regional)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Main Level

Master Suite

Underground Dungeon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Ozark Mountain Paradise - Greek Ferry Lake - Moon Shadow Lodge

The perfect escape from civilization ... Moon Shadow Lodge is set deep in a primeval forest ... mystical and magical in all four seasons ... perfect for friends ... lovers ... honeymooners ... family reunions ... church groups ... business associates ... film makers and nature lovers.

The Lodge is set between two cascading waterfalls that flow into Water Step Cove after every rain. It is surrounded by a gated wilderness of 250 private acres and rises out of the ground on a solid foundation of Ozark native stone with white cedar logs and huge insulated picture windows framing a panoramic view of our beautiful Greers Ferry Lakefront. Here is where you can find Seclusion, Tranquility, Luxury, Adventure and Excitement in our Enchanted Emerald Forest!

With 2800 square feet of interior floor space and 1800 square feet of decks and covered breezeways ... the Lodge has a total of 4600 square feet of enjoyable spaces ... like a giant treehouse.
Greers Ferry Lake is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the Ozark Mountains ... spread across two counties in north central Arkansas ... with pristine waters for swimming, skiing, scuba diving and world class fishing,

ON THE ROAD TO PARADISE
Your adventure begins the moment you turn left off scenic Alum Cave Road and arrive at the gated entrance to the Cascadia Wilderness ... framing an incredible view of Greers Ferry Lake ... 500 feet (50 stories) below ... with the Ozark Mountain Highlands rising in the distance.

After passing through the gate you will descend down the terraces of Cascadia Pass ... through one mile of jungle like terrain ... winding slopes with panoramic views ... until you arrive at Moon Shadow Lodge and Water Step Cove ... a remote paradise ... a 5 Star operation ... check out our reviews since we opened for business in 2016.

The Cascadia Wilderness is ideal for hiking, mountain biking and four wheeling with a network of woodland trails to explore ... along the lake ... through mountain passes ... and deep down in shady hollows ... put on a bandana ... and follow the trails ...in any season you will have a blast. Be safe and respect the forest!

Why travel overseas when you can enjoy an exotic and luxurious waterfront lodge... near the center of the USA!

Disappear into the emerald forests of the Ozark Mountains ... hide out in the Arkansas Highlands ... remote, relaxing, luxurious and fun.

The calming effect is amazing!! Become one with Nature!

Enjoy the blazing summer sunsets, scarlet moonlights and stellar constellations ... listen to an incredible chorus of birds, insects, whispering winds, rustling leaves, lapping waves and trickling waters. On a clear night you should turn off the lights ... sit on the deck and enjoy the sensations.

On a stormy night you can often just turn off the lights to watch a spectacular lightning show over the lake ... and then go hiking with a camera the next morning to check out the waterfalls.

With a good camera, some good hiking or climbing shoes, a backpack, bug spray and a tall walking stick ... you will completely forget about your smart phone or tablet!

The Lodge is nestled deep in a hollow between mountain and lake ... with a heavenly place to swim, fish, dive, boat ... or just relax on a big flat rock to catch the brilliant sunsets lighting up the sky.

On either side of Water Step Cove lies Moon Shadow Beach ... with a beautiful view of Sugarloaf Island National Trail rising out of the lake to the east ... and the brilliant sunsets that slowly disappear behind Choctaw Ridge to the west. The soft shale beach is interspersed with stacks of wide flat rocks making it easy to step or dive into the clear blue water.

Instead of sea shells ... here you can hunt for magical "Aetites," the Greek word for Eaglestones. These unusual looking stones ... a mixture of iron, sand and clay ... were once rented as magic amulets to pregnant ladies by sorcerers in ancient pagan times to protect their unborn child from the evil demoness with many names ... such as Lilith or Gello. Some stones are quite interesting, beautiful and useful as ashtrays or baby shower gifts.

The pictures fail to fully illustrate the beauty of the Lodge and it's incredible setting ... so we created a face book page for "Moon Shadow Lodge" where you can go to learn more about this special place ... or share photographs and post stories about your exotic experience in this Ozark Mountain Paradise.

A prior world record Walleye was caught not far from the Lodge ... and below the John F. Kennedy Dam on the Little Red River you will find world record Trout!

To learn more about the lake check out this site:
http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/water-activities/lakes-rivers/lake.aspx?id=7

Our goal is to make your stay unforgettable ... and if you find it difficult to leave ... we have 3 acre lots for sale on Paradise Lane and smaller lots on Alum Cave Road ... all with panoramic views of the lake, the mountains and the forest. Check out the map. I would be more than happy to take you on a tour.

Scenic Points:
Ozark Mountain Highlands
Greers Ferry Lake
Sugarloaf Island National Trail
Choctaw and Sugarloaf Marinas
Alum Cave & Panoramic Overlook
Moon Shadow Beach
Waterstep Cove
Palisades Ridge Four Wheeler Trails
White River
Buffalo National River
Little Red River
Cadron Creek
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
Mountain Ranch Golf Club

The Moon Shadow Lodge is located about 70 miles north of Little Rock, Arkansas in Van Buren County ... and roughly 15 miles from the county seat of Clinton ... site of the National Chuck Wagon Races.

Property manager

Dugan King
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
The dungeon sleeps six ... perfect for kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No more than two pets per stay.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed only on exterior decks.
The house rules are listed in the check in instructions you will receive prior to your arrival at the Lodge.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Bee Branch

Located in Bee Branch, this lodge is in a rural area and on the beach. Lacey's Narrows Marina and Fairfield Bay Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Greers Ferry Lake and Little Red River. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Greers Ferry Lake - 1 min walk
  • Little Red River - 1 min walk
  • Devils Fork Recreation Area - 46 min drive
  • Fairfield Bay Marina - 61 min drive
  • Mountain Ranch Course - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cool Pool Cafe - 63 min drive
  • Danny’s Restaurant - 62 min drive
  • Reyes Restaurant - 26 min drive
  • Country Kitchen Concessions - 25 min drive
  • Sharky's - 63 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jarryd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Lake Home Getaway
This cabin is an awesome getaway at the bottom of a hillside forest. Switchback roads required to get in, but we had two two wheel drive vehicles handle it with no issue. One a Cadillac car. Between the basement game room, canoes, walks up the mountain and along the shore, October playoff baseball, campfire, and good food we planned and bought before getting there- we never left. Dugan was super responsive. House is great. Bathrooms and big walk in showers are great, with blow up mattresses this house could sleep 20. I’m sure this is a Great Lake house in the summer with the water just yards away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing 3 story cabin on private cove with trails and everything you could dream of !!!
The owner is amazing, he picked a beautiful piece of lake front property to build a rustic luxury huge cabin, arguably one of the most beautiful homes on the lake, pool table downstairs, a two story fireplace to cuddle up on any floor. A gorgeous wrap around deck, cozy beds, gourmet kitchen, I mean if u didn’t go outside you would have sn amazing vacation but go outside and sit on back porch and look at the lake!! Walk down to the beach and stroll around, it’s all yours !! Be sure to ask for property map, he has all the private trails and points of interest marked on it for you to explore!! It’s a huge piece of land. A week stay and you could not see everything!! The beach access was gorgeous with so many different spots to sunbathe on the rocky cliffs or watch the stars at nite !! We loved this place. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A secluded Paradise
This place is amazing. The photos do not do it justice. As a realtor I would suggest that the owner invest in some professional photos. No doubt this place would stay booked!! There is a beautiful private cove that we spend most of our time in with the kids. The water activities and supplies were an extra bonus. There was plenty of space for our family of 7 with room to spare. The only thing is the store is a good distance away so definitely write a grocery list and prepare for the days ahead. The drive down is a little nerve wracking. We are from the very flat state of Louisiana. Lol. So I was extremely nervous driving my Yukon down the gravel road with the mountain slopes and loose gravel. I wouldn’t suggest it in a car unless you are familiar with how to drive down that type of terrain. We would no doubt stay again and definitely recommend this place to anyone!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place- 2nd time there
We loved this property, it was our 2nd time there in 5 years. Plenty of room for everybody and a great spot on the lake, highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dugan King

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Dugan King is the designer, builder and owner of the Moon Shadow Lodge and the developer of Cascadia Mountain & Lake Estates ... all on Greers Ferry Lake.
King is a life long resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, where he operates his businesses and participates in civic affairs.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property because I think it is one of the most beautiful places in the world. I designed the Lodge to complement the incredible beauty of the surrounding mountains and the shoreline on Greers Ferry Lake.
There is no place else quite like it.

What makes this property unique

With forty private acres and about a mile of pristine shoreline ... Moon Shadow Lodge defines peace and serenity.
This Ozark Mountain Paradise is the perfect escape from the everyday hustle, bustle and pressures of the city.
Listen to the sounds of Nature ... birds in chorus ... insects chirping ... waves splashing ... waterfalls trinkling and wind whispering through trees ... the calming effect is immediate.

Hiking through the emerald forests of the Ozark Mountains or playing on one of the largest, cleanest and most beautiful lakes of America's Interior Highlands... the Moon Shadow lodge is often described as "Absolutely Amazing" by the many guests that have ventured out to this special place for relaxation and fun.

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