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The Cow Shoals Cabin – Little Red River | Heber Springs, Arkansas (Cleburne County)
Welcome to the Cow Shoals Cabin, a truly special retreat perched above the Little Red River just outside the city limits of Heber Springs, Arkansas. Set on approximately 0.29 acres with about 120 feet of river frontage, this property sits within walking distance of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Cow Shoals access — and even features its own private staircase leading directly down to the river. Step out your back door and enjoy world-class trout fishing in your own backyard.
The cabin itself is as inviting as the view it overlooks. Spanning roughly 2,450 square feet, it features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with an open layout designed to showcase the river from nearly every room. The living room’s floor-to-ceiling windows bring the water and sky right into the home, while a cozy sitting room with a stone fireplace creates a perfect space to unwind after a day on the river.
From the sitting room, step onto the screened-in porch overlooking the water, or head out to the 800-square-foot open-air stone patio — a natural gathering place for morning coffee or evening conversation as the river drifts by below.
Between the living and sitting areas, a refreshment bar with a built-in refrigerator and ice maker keeps entertaining easy. The home’s interior is finished in custom tongue-and-groove wood throughout — walls, ceilings, and trim — paired with wood blinds that complement the warm, natural atmosphere.
The kitchen is spacious and functional, featuring a bar and island with a built-in 5-burner gas range, double ovens, and a built-in microwave with a lighted prep area below — all in stainless steel.
Outside, the low-maintenance yard is beautifully landscaped and equipped with a sprinkler system. Large shade trees surround the home, adding to the peaceful, tucked-away feeling.
Everything about the Cow Shoals Cabin has been designed to observe, access, and enjoy the river. The moment you park and step out, it’s quiet — calm — and everything but the sound of moving water just seems to fade away.
