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Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Mena, AR
  • Janssen Park
    4 min walk
  • Mena Art Gallery
    11 min walk
  • Mena Regional Health System
    4 min drive

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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.

Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home.

The Carriage House Inn’s, The Cottage, located on the National Historic Registered Shaver House estate.
The Cottage is the original 1898 carriage house of the historic Shaver home.
Guests enjoy their own private Cottage on the historic acre estate.
Amenities include: Private parking, access to the Shaver House gardens, with outside dining and grilling areas, hammock, stone cobbled fire pit (marshmallow roast and bon-fire set-up available upon request).

One bedroom, one bathroom 1000 sq. ft. cottage with living room, dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. Upstairs Bedroom with a King Size bed and picturesque window overlooking Rich Mountain. Eat-in Kitchenette equipped with stove, range, microwave, fridge/freezer, plates, glasses and cutlery. Living Room includes full-size couch, oversized chair, TV/DVD, writing desk and rocking chair. For extended stays, weekly housekeeping will be provided. All guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.

Walking distance from Janssen Park and Historic Downtown Mena:
Spas, Boutiques, Antiques, Art Gallery, Theatre, Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop, Coffee Shops, Diner, Restaurants, Grocery Store, Farmer’s Market, Library, Hiking and Biking Trails and more.

Attractions:
* 4 minute drive to Talimena Scenic Drive and Ouachita National Forest trails.
*15 minutes drive to Board Camp Crystal Mine
*30 minutes to Kayak and ATV access points.
* Popular destination for Motorcyclists with access to fabulous scenic runs.
*15 minutes to family friendly farm and homestead. (Market, Pick-your-own, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze and Christmas Tree Farm)
* Ouachita National Forrest hiking, fishing, canoeing, mountain biking and trail running.

The Carriage House Inn is your relaxing small-town getaway you always dreamed of!

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During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Janssen Park. The cottage offers a kitchen and a TV.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, living room, and TV
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Janssen Park and 11 minutes by foot from Mena Art Gallery
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Mena cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Ashley Vacca

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Experience History in an original Carriage House located behind a Colonial home. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kori B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Cozy
One of the most cozy places for a pair of experienced travelers. The layout ond style embraces across multi generations. Gives a filling of a studio apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always enjoy staying at the Carriage House
It's our go-to place when we visit Mena.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
As soon as we walked in the door, the soothing sound of classical music hit our ears. The entire place felt warm and welcoming. The cottage had a cozy yet sophisticated feel. It warmed my heart when I found the two homemade chocolate chip cookies on the counter for us when we arrived. Beautiful, clean, and comfortable stay. One of the best places booked for an overnight getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Everything was so nice. It was very clean and the owners even made us homemade cookies! We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the Carrage House
The carrage house was very quite and private. The location for walking around town is very convenient. Wish we could have stayed long enough to meet the chickens. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The cottage is perfect! And homemade cookies put it over the top. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our go-to place to say in Mena!
We make periodic visits to Mena and ever since discovering The Carriage House Inn a few years ago this is our go-to place to stay. The hosts, Ashley and Scott are wonderful and they strive to provide the best possible guest experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P., MIDLOTHIAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Star
We didn't go to Arkansas in search of a diamond, but we found a five star diamond in Mena Arkansas. The Carriage House exceeded our expectations. My husband and I have visited 49/50 States and this is the cleanest place we've stayed in. If we’re ever in Mena Arkansas we will definitely stay at the Carriage House.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Everything was perfect! Very comfortable. Very clean! Decorated beautifully!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANET M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
We have stayed here 3 times and each time Ashley and her husband are always gracious and kind. I would always recommend staying here to anyone. Her chocolate chip cookies are delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teraleann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday overnight
Just one night so we could visit with my husband’s family from Gravis. Lovely little historic cottage. Would definitely stay again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby R., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us and super clean!
We absolutely LOVED our stay at the Carriage House - it was so perfect for us! This is our 3rd stay although first time we got to stay in the actual Carriage House. Our previous visits, we stayed in the Parisian Suite and another time in the Sonoma Suite - we loved both of those as well. The Carriage House was perfect - so cute, completely clean and had everything we needed for our stay - fully stocked kitchen - (the cutest fridge and toaster), super cozy bed! The grounds are so nice - our family stayed there as well in another unit and it was just perfect. We really didn't want to leave! We will not stay anywhere else while in Mena! And, the welcome cookies are such a nice welcome treat - and are delicious too!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wheel a Mena trip
Loved our stay at this beautiful, clean and comfortable property. We had everything we needed. We loved the King size bed to rest up after our bike ride in the Quachita Mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property, super comfortable King bed. Updated decor -loved it!
Great place to stay- highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness
1st Visit to Mena
Very easy to schedule, the Carriage House was perfect. Very clean and chocolate chip cookies were a bonus. We would definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard, Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place. Nothing fancy but it was a great place to relax. Grounds were special with sitting areas and a fire pit. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return Traveler
We stayed on the property in July, we had such a great experience we returned with guests. We wanted to check in early if possible to unload then register in a local car show, it was no problem. The owners are very accommodating and the property is just beautiful plus inviting for traveling in groups. Lots of outdoor space with seating, firepit, axe throwing and chickens roaming around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely pristine! Beautifully appointed and comfortable.
Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
The property was simply charming, the Carriage House was clean, beautifully done with plenty of room and fully equipped with everything you need. The grounds were lovely with beautiful plantings, a waterfall, hammock, axe throwing block and lots of outdoor seating, even chickens! Property is very close to downtown with ample restaurants and shops, including an art gallery. The owner was very friendly plus took the time to show me the other units for rent. We are going back to Mena next month for a car show and renting the Carriage House again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
Loved this property! Plus...you get the use of the beautiful grounds....we sat under the white lights at night in the midst of the pretty landscaping....rock paths, etc. A lovely place to stay! Very clean, a comfy bed, nice towels and linens....overall a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky H., ROUND ROCK

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Mena
Very clean, quiet, great bed, would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way
We stayed in the Carriage House. What a treat. Beautiful furnishings, incredibly soft sheets and towels, nice gardens. The pups and chickens added to the home town feel. A couple of hours after we arrived our hostess brought us hot chocolate chip cookies. Yum! I would highly recommend this delightful property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mickey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Trip
Everything about the visit was perfect - the friendliness of the host, the house we stayed in, the backyard, landscaping, the town. It was very nice and felt comfortable and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022