Merging Waters - Native Stone, couples cabin in the Ouachita Mts-with STARLINK

Smithville, Oklahoma
$215 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Merging Waters is a gated one bedroom two bath cabin. The back of the cabin looks toward Big Eagle Creek. The back yard had a covered patio with an open air deck off the loft bedroom. It is situated on 7+ acres just off of US Highway 259 in the Ouachita Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the United States. On the property is a one-of-a-kind, split-level native stone cabin, ( approximately 1075 ft.²) whose rock walls date to the 1950’s.

The entry is a new 256 sq ft. addition including an 8 X 18’ breezeway with screened patio doors, flanked by a downstairs bathroom with shower on one end and a laundry room for staff cleaning and sanitation between guests.
Guests doing 6+ day stays will be allowed to access the laundry room/ folding room upon arrangement)

A custom-made spiral oak staircase leads to the sleep loft bedroom and en-suite bathroom. There is one queen size bed and the bath has a shower with handheld wand or rain shower heads options.

From the dormer, french doors open onto an elevated open-air deck. It has a beautiful view of the mixed deciduous and evergreen native forest, as well as one of the two creeks that merge on the property.

An outside staircase decends into the fenced backyard. Big Eagle is a beautiful spring-fed creek behind the cabin with easy access for fishing. It also has an incredible deepwater hole. A little further downstream, but still on Merging Waters property, Cucumber Creek merges with it.

The main floor open-concept room with cathedral ceilings has a custom-built spiral staircase separating the lounging area from the self-catering kitchen area. The lounging area is complete with leather couch containing double-recliners, a built-in bookshelf, flat screen TV with Dish but no pay-per-view. There is an oak Armoire for guests convenience so a lot of luggage doesn’t have to be carried up the spiral staircase. It has room for both hanging and folded clothes storage and also houses various games. Please note: there is a 250 lb total weight limit on the stair case, so if the couples combined weight exceeds that, they will need to only have one person on it at a time.)

Just beyond the Armoire beneath a large picture window, is an oak library desk/table with lamp
-large enough for a laptop computer. It also contains information about sites to see in and around the area and a journal where guests can add reflections on stay.

On the other side of the staircase is a complete kitchen, with full size appliances, including electric stove and oven, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with ice in the door, microwave, dishwasher, (regular coffee pot and Keurig-, with complimentary coffee and tea) and an oak dining table. There is
also a soapstone stove but due to the age of the chimney, it is for ornamental purposes only (No fires).

However just outside the back kitchen door leading into the backyard, is a covered patio and further in the yard a fire pit with bench so our couple guests can snuggle while enjoying a nice crackling fire with the wood provided in the backyard fire rack. There is also a charcoal grill in the backyard (guests should bring charcoal).

Just beyond the back gate is a fish cleaning station for any anglers. Please note that the hose for the fish cleaning station hooks up on the side of the house. FYI - We are on a rural water system (not well water) so please be sure the water is turned off and hose disconnected after using the fish cleaning area. Please dump any fish waste back to the creek to feed the ones that got away , rinse bucket and return for the next lucky angler.

Fish caught in the creek include walleye, small mouth, sun perch, pike. Fishing may be good or bad depending on a lot of factors including whether the river otters have been through recently. Good news is, if our guests happen to be here at the same time as the otters, it can be just as entertaining to watch them teaching their babies how to fish as catching one of your own.

Please note the following: There is no pay-per-view and No Internet as our location does not have a reliable tower internet service. Therefore we have installed a universal cell signal booster, that increases signal on phones that get a signal allowing guests whose carriers have coverage in this area to use their own cell internet connection and/or bring their mobile jet packs.
Merging Waters is a couples-only cabin not suitable for children. No pets, parties, outside visitors or meetings are allowed. Also be advised: phone service may be spotty, depending on guests carriers and climatic conditions.
Inside the cabin with the signal booster, carriers like Verizon AT&T and United Cellular generally have good to excellent signals. Older cell phones requiring 3G technology no longer receive signal because the area cell towers no longer support 3G.

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 1075 Sq Ft (100 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Charcoal Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Rainfall Showerhead Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French Italian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fish Cleaning Table On Site Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Flat-screen TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Outside Smoking Allowed- No Smoking Inside Cabin Stair-free Path To Entrance Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Tim

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    Owner should be a super host!! Merging Waters was exactly what we expected and perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings!

  • Issac

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My wife and I enjoyed our stay. The property was very clean, the host was excellent, and it was a great escape from the city. If you are looking for relaxing place to stay this is it!

  • Vicky

    Submitted Nov 6, 2023

    Stayed Nov 3, 2023

    Merging Waters is off the beaten path. Lovely cabin on beautiful property with creek a few steps from the cabin. Perfect location for people who like to hike,fish, or plan to take scenic drives through Kiamichi mountains. Exceptional host who is welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommend

  • Dean

    Submitted Jul 7, 2022

    Stayed Jun 24, 2022

    Loved the view off the back deck in the morning while drinking coffee. Enjoyed fishing the creek behind the house. The home was quit comfortable as well.

  • Gary

    Submitted Oct 24, 2021

    Stayed Oct 18, 2021

    Beautiful landscape with creek. Good fishing Only drawback located next to a busy highway and the traffic noise from trucks at times.

  • Submitted Jul 19, 2019

    Stayed Jul 12, 2019

    Beautiful, secluded house in the Oklahoma mountains nestled between two rivers. Love the lightning bugs in the evening.

  • Amanda H.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 31, 2024

    Our stay was absolutely amazing everything I thought it would be from the pictures. We spent our 24 year anniversary At the merging waters and it was everything I expected. We plan on returning very soon and send family to this most amazing secluded vacation. We would drink coffee while we fished. This beautiful home had an amazing story behind it, and visiting with the owner and seeing her love for her gorgeous property made it so much more enjoyable for us. You would not be disappointed in this property, I was worried about the review with the road noise, but I will tell you I live out in the country with zero road noise and this property did not bother us at all! We had zero complaints❤️

  • The Storybook Momma

    Submitted Aug 28, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    During a dry spell in Oklahoma, we climbed over hot rocks to see creek fish hunt dipping dragonflies at Merging Waters. The waters from the mountains are dry now, but the natural springs at Merging Waters never stop flowing. We could feel the cold spring water escape from the cracked crust of the earth! What a mighty vision of splendor within a single beatific locale. Thank you for sharing your blessing with the world, Janet.

  • Vicki I.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We had the best time staying at Merging Waters. This was our 4th stay on our 4th Anniversary. Janet is a wonderful and caring host. She is always available to make sure you have everything you need. The cabin is always clean and the beautiful property well kept. Many fish were caught and relaxation was achieved in the great outdoors. We will be returning for our 5th Anniversary, and could not imagine being anywhere else. Thank you so much Janet for sharing your property with us.

  • Donna J.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2024

    Stayed Apr 7, 2024

    Merging waters is a wonderful place to stay in southeast Oklahoma. The cabin is located on two beautiful creeks and we can't wait to come back during the summer months to fish and enjoy the swimming hole. We spent the April 8th eclipse on the bank with a great view and we also enjoyed watching the river otters.

  • Guyla H.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2023

    Stayed Oct 13, 2023

    The cabin was fine. The grounds were fine. The host was very attentive. We did not know that the cabins location was about 50 yards from the main highway. The traffic was constant all the way up til 1 am in the morning. We chose to leave early because of the road noise.

  • Vicki I.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2023

    Stayed Jul 9, 2023

    This was our 3rd stay at this beautiful property and we loved every minute. Janet is so kind and will make sure your stay is as described if not better. We enjoy hearing about the history of this property and soaking in all of the Rustic beauty. Most of our time was spent by the water enjoying the peacefulness while fishing. Coming here has become a tradition for us and we are already booked for next year. Thank you Janet for sharing your beautiful place with us. See you soon

  • Submitted Feb 23, 2023

    Stayed Feb 17, 2023

    Janet was very nice and provided a lot of information. Really enjoyed the cabin, it was clean and comfortable and had some impressive woodwork and great old rock walls. The property is beautiful with the rivers coming together. Saw a bald eagle flying over the river at one point. All in all very relaxing and worth the trip. Thanks for a great stay!

  • patty b.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2022

    Stayed Nov 23, 2022

    The property was stunning. The cabin was very quaint, the landscape was gorgeous with the creeks behind the cabin and all the trees. The owner was so sweet, and we had some good conversation with her. The only drawback, in my opinion, was the proximity to the road, as there was some traffic noise. This may not bother most people, since you could just hop on the road and go wherever you want. I usually prefer a little more seclusion. But all in all, the cabin was great. I just wish it hadn't rained the whole time.

  • Cathe B.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2022

    Stayed Nov 11, 2022

    We had a wonderful visit. The property is just beautiful. We hope to visit again in the spring.

  • Leland P.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2022

    Stayed Oct 29, 2022

    We had a wonderful weekend getaway at this cabin! The cabin was so cozy and clean…the pics don’t do it justice. It was perfectly nestled between the trees, not too far from town but just far enough to be away from the hustle and bustle. Janet was friendly, easy to communicate with, and great stories of the history of the cabin. We can’t wait to come back!

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$215+
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