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Step onto the meandering pathway that leads to your magical get-a-way… Enter through a cave like entry, and step foot into the Hobbit Cave! The Hobbit Cave is just one of the many amazing lodging options available at Eureka Springs Treehouses! Eureka Springs Treehouses is located at 3018 E Van Buren in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. For more information, click here.

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As you round a corner you will be immersed in your first glimpse of the Grotto… Which happens to be a VERY ROMANTIC Jacuzzi for Two!

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Continue on through rock formations and you enter the curved cavernous cavern to your main living area.
Magically you feel transported to a mystical cavern where a forest is beckoning through a wall of windows.
Meander out the door to your private courtyard and be immersed in a wall of singing nature with scampering squirrels and maybe a visiting deer.

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Ahhh… after a day of experiencing all that Eureka Springs has to offer, returning to your Hobbit to enjoy the pulsating oasis of your Shower for 2, is sure to ease the two of you back into your very own romantic cocoon.
Pour a glass of wine or what have you and meander out onto your covered private courtyard and enjoy the sounds of nature while the two of you sway back and forth on a bench made just for you.

As twilight falls, snuggle in your King Bed and enjoy the ambiance of muted lighting that reflects off of your cave walls. Intrigue and a feeling of being in your very own cocoon is what the Hobbits are sure to bring. This is a magical place you will fall in love with and never want to leave! The Hobbit Cave is an Adult only destination.

© 2015 Stephen Ironside/Ironside Photography

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There are THREE “Hobbit Caves”! Since there is a slight difference in exterior facades, the exterior picture is just an example of what to expect. Walkways will differ slightly for both of them, but the interiors are identical. Pictures used in this article are owned by Eureka Springs Treehouses.

If your looking for a unique place to stay during your Branson Missouri Vacation. This is it! The African Treehouse is available at Branson Treehouse Adventures! This epic treehouse resort is located at 159 Acorn Acres Ln, Branson West, Missouri. For more information, click here.

Enjoy an adventure in the trees in African Tree House! This treehouse sleeps 6 people. It comes complete with swinging bridges, and a ladder leading up to the loft area where the sleeping quarters are. This is for the brave and more adventurous family!

The loft area has two sleeping areas, one area has a queen sized bed and the other area has has twin sized bunk beds. The treehouse can sleep 6 people.

The main area of the African Treehouse features a kitchen, and dining area. There is also a living room with Samsung Smart TV/DVD player and a full bathroom!

Outside you will find a swinging bridge that leads you to a grass roof hut area with a picnic table! This is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee, or a snack with the family!  There is also a private deck located out back, perfect for stargazing.

The grounds at Branson Treehouse Adventures, feels much more like a campground then a resort. There is a playground, basketball court, volleyball net, and swimming pool . The pool is open Memorial Day To Labor Day.

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For many people in the Midwest, the winter months are brutally cold, and I wouldn’t blame you for a minute if you choose to stay indoors all winter long. However, if you love the outdoors as much as I do, than maybe a horse drawn sleigh ride is just the thing you need to beat the winter blues! Jester Park Equestrian Center is located at 11171 NW 103rd Ct, Granger, IA 50109. For more information, click here.

Jester Park Equestrian Center is the go to place for horseback riding in Iowa, and the Equestrian Center is a wonderful place to visit anytime of year. However, during the winter months the center transforms into a winter wonderland!

The winter holiday rides will be either a sleigh ride or wagon ride depending on weather conditions. The sleigh requires a minimum of 4-6″ of packed snow to operate.

Rides will be available every half hour from 10am-11:30am and 1pm-3:30pm from early December through Mid-February. The sleigh can accommodate up to 7 adults. Children are welcome and small children may sit on an adult’s lap if needed for space.

Trail rides last between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the trails condition. All sleigh rides take place in the beautiful winding hills of Jester Park in Granger Iowa.

Reservations are required and this event has been known to sell out, so make your plans early. If there is no snow on the ground, you can still enjoy a horse drawn wagon ride! Reservations can be made by clicking here.

Jester Park Equestrian Center is located at 11171 NW 103rd Ct, in Granger, Iowa. For more information, click here.

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Ouachita River Haven is your year-round vacation destination. Nestled in the Ouachita National Forest, there are an abundance of activities available in our area including fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, and mountain biking. Ouachita River Haven is located at 122 Ouachita River Haven Road in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas. For more information or to make a reservation, click here.

The campground is surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest, with over 1000 feet of river frontage on the clear and clean waters of the Ouachita River. Ouachita River Haven is truly deep in nature.  This is one of the most beautiful an scenic campgrounds you will find!

Ouachita River Haven offers a variety of accommodations for your vacation. From primitive campsites, to a honeymoon cabin with hot tub ..they have a place for you! Plus the campground is dog-friendly! This is the only campground directly on the upper Ouachita River!

Looking for a different way to stay? Tucked away in this lush campground,is the 18 foot Taysha tipi providing privacy and serenity while still enjoying a camping experience in nature. Enjoy s’mores under the stars after a day on the river by your private fire pit. The tipi comes from Nomadic Tipi Makers, famous for their tipis featured in the film “Dances with Wolves”.

Ouachita River Haven is a great place to stay and play! Kayaks, canoes, and river tube rentals are available. Take a 4 mile trip or a 4 day trip! You decide how long you want to be on the river!

There is SO much to do nearby! Spend your days enjoying crystal mines, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, ATVs, kayaking, canoeing, or tubing. Spend your evening around a fire or star gazing! Ouachita River Haven is surrounded with Adventure!

This campground is a great place to relax, rewind, and reconnect with nature! Between the float trip and the beautiful campground, you really can’t go wrong at Ouachita River Haven.

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Cedar River Ranch is a perfect place to escape, relax and reconnect with nature! This beautiful ranch is located along the Cedar River, and has several cabins to choose from. Cedar River Ranch is located at 2798 Casey Ave in Letts, Iowa. For more information, click here.

The landscape in this part of Iowa is beautiful and underappreciated and the Cedar River is known for excellent cat-fishing, and is a fun place to explore! With rolling hills, lush forest trails, and breathtaking views of the Cedar River, we believe that Cedar River Ranch encompasses all of the qualities we love about SE Iowa. 

Cedar River Ranch is the perfect spot for a country-chic wedding, a family reunion, a guys trip or a girls weekend to reconnect with old friends, or just somewhere to steal away for a weekend cabin trip with your family.

​With 53 acres of timber and trails along the Cedar River, the cabin rentals are perfect for the outdoor explorer. Plus, with volleyball and basketball courts, tether ball, horseshoes, and a playground, there are plenty of activities for all ages. Roast marshmallows around the fire pit and during the summer season take in an outdoor movie or one of the other seasonal events!

The ranch hosts 5 family loft cabins that hold up to 8 guests, and 4 smaller, studio cabins with room for up to 6 guests each. These 9 cabins have full bathrooms, an open floor plan with beds, a living and dining area, and a kitchenette. Plus,  Cabin #7 boasts 2 bedrooms, a sleeper sofa, and a full kitchen and bath, comfortably sleeping up to 6 guests. OR, book the cozy chalet tucked back in the timber. The chalet can hold up to 4 guests and includes an open floor plan with bed, full kitchen, living/dining area, and bathroom. These cabins and the chalet all include heating & air conditioning for your comfort, plus picnic tables, grills, and access to the fire pit.

Cedar River Ranch is a beautiful place you really need to see to appreciate. The landscape is rustic but beautiful at the same time, and the ranch is a wonderful place to escape and relax!

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