Choctaw Bay Getaway ~ lakefront + pool

April 2024 - brand new to market! Ivy Vacations LLC est. in 2016 has 1000s of 5-star reviews.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PROPERTY:
Ideal for groups (up to 22 people in beds) that need diverse space: you’re just a couple minutes away from Ferguson’s Marina rentals, yet our Choctaw Bay Getaway offers a saltwater pool and private stone cove for lake swimming/fishing/boating. All new and expertly appointed remodel in 2023-2024. Luxury finish grades throughout and most importantly, it is COMFORTABLE. Remote workers will be so happy with the Fiber internet.


Please be sure and click through all the photos and READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION as we think it will answer most questions you have in advance or will need prior to packing up and heading our way. (there is a known software issue illustrating beds, but our written description and the photos are correct.) Feel free to reach out with any questions. We love them. Rental prices are dynamic. This means that the prices vary – determined by software – depending on area inventory, day of the week, and time of year. You will not know your true price quote until you enter the number of people and the dates you are interested in. Rental price includes a maximum of 22 guests - in beds.

PROPERTY LOCATION, ACCESSIBILITY and ACTIVITIES:
Greer’s Ferry Lake is a state treasure in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains; all manner of recreational lake activities are at your door. This property is a 5-minute drive from AR Hwy 65 which is the main thoroughfare through the Ozarks (45 minutes north of Conway, Arkansas). The access road is paved all the way with a short gravel drive at the end. The following is a list of some of the activities available: world-record trout fishing on the lake’s tailwaters (the Little Red River), fishing (the lake supports a healthy population of black bass, bream, crappie, catfish, walleye, white bass, and hybrid striped bass), numerous trails + waterfalls. If you're really into fishing, just a quick 35-minute drive up to Shirley, Arkansas will take you to the Middle Fork Little Red River - incredible bass fishing. One hour away in Mountain. View, Arkansas (The Folk Music Capital of the World) you'll find plenty of shops and restaurants - it is a lovely day trip to the knockout Blanchard Springs Caverns and the Ozark Folk Center State Park. The nearest golf course is 30 minutes away.

The Choctaw Bay Getaway is all on one level with ramp access offered - 4 low profile steps are needed to enter/exit the main living and eating area. Bedroom#1 and #3 offer a walk-in shower en-suite.



RENTAL AMENITIES and VARIANCES:

WATER ACCESS: The pool is newly resurfaced gunite and is saltwater treated. Saltwater pools are not like the ocean. It is gently salted in lieu of excessive harsh chemicals affecting the body and environment. The pool is available from Spring through Fall. It is not heated. Lake access is private for your group and it is a 1 minute walk from the pool. Access is gently sloping with some level-ish rocks at the end for cannonballs or casting. FUN!


PETS:
Pet guests are NOT accepted at this property.


MEDIA / WIFI: Best in class via fiber optics > wifi. There is NO CABLE or Satellite TV programming. Streaming programs only with logins you provide or free apps that are included. Two TVs; one in the main living room and one in the bunkhouse. Want to watch the big game? You’ll need your login from your cable provider or subscription from home and self-navigate to that app on the smart TV.

CAMERAS: please be advised that exterior security cameras are in place at the property: on the driveway and pool area only. They will remain on for the duration of your stay.


THE LAYOUT
The main house has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, living, dining, kitchen, and outdoor recreation. Attached to the main house- with a breezeway through the carport - is what we call the Bunkhouse. It is a fully independent unit (never rented out to separate groups). The Bunkhouse has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, open plan kitchen/ den, and an additional washer and dryer. Please also review pictures - all bedrooms have doors.

NEWS YOU CAN USE: if your group does not need access to the bunkhouse, we will reduce (and refund) your nightly rate and clean fee, in order to apply this, you'll need to let us know prior to the release of the door code on arrival day. Amount refunded is $100+tax per day.


KITCHEN is fully stocked. Full-size appliances including dishwasher, fridge with ice maker (a second fridge in the laundry room), double oven, and most cooking utensils/flatware you'll need. Coffeemaker = dual drip + Keurig pod machine. The kitchen is also stocked with casserole dishes, sheet pans, a crock pot, and a blender. There is also a second fridge in the laundry room. (additional fridge in laundry room)


BED AND BATH CONFIGURATION:

MAIN HOUSE
~ BR#1 = the master suite - 1 king bed with 2 club chairs that lay flat for sleeping - for small people. Ensuite bath (BA#1) {sleeps 2 adults, 2 children}
~ BA#1 = soaker tub, walk-in shower and 2 vanities.
~ BR#2 = one twin bed {sleeps 1}
~ BR#3 = one queen, and bunk (full and twin), ensuite bath (BA#2) with walk-in shower {sleeps 5}
~ BA#2 = walk-in shower
~ BR#4 = one queen, and bunkbed (2 twins) {sleeps 4}
~ BA#3 = located in hall - kohler tub/shower combo


BUNKHOUSE
BR#5 = queen {sleeps 2}
BR#6 = 2 triple bunks {sleeps 6}
BA#4 = full tub/shower combo
KITCHENette = countertop oven, microwave, full dishwasher, hotplate
Stack washer + dryer

LAUNDRY
Main house speed queen washer and dryer, cleaning tools and additional refrigerator
Bunkhouse additional stacked washer and dryer


OUTDOOR Features:
~abundant variety of dining a+ seating areas
~Outdoor bonfire pit - long stack of hardwood currently available and offered free as of Spring 2024.
~Outdoor propane grill (tanks provided)
~Outdoor games included are axe (nerf-like)throwing, corn hole sequence/circuit.
~easy walk in access to the LAKE!
~and of course the pool. available spring-fall. please inquire if available for your group if on the seasonal cusp. security cover is retractable with a switch.


SUPPLIES INCLUDED:
~ All bed, bath, and kitchen linens for number of people contracted.
~ Starter supplies (1 or 2 days worth...depending on personal usage): paper towels, body wash, hand soap + dish soap, trash bags, basic cleaning products, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, and toilet paper. Ground coffee + filters, sugar, salt + pepper, and cooking oil.
~ BYO toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste, etc.


ABOUT US, THE BOOKING PROCESS AND FEES:
We are Ivy Vacations LLC, a professional vacation rental management company. We are readily found in a search. Established 2016, we proudly partner with THIRD PARTY sites to help promote our listings such as VRBO and AIRBNB< their rules and fees are separate. Study carefully.
We love the area and mostly live very locally to the properties. All properties are self check-in – with key code – after 4pm. Check out is 11. Confirmed guests received our self-penned "local's guide" to the area! Email you provide is important. We send welcome and access info there. Taxes and clean/supply fees are always required as is a processing fee that varies depending on who you are booking through.

~ MUST BE 25 years old To Rent
~ NO PARTIES and events not allowed with day guests (parking is limited.)
~ SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED - guest has choice of A) $750 credit authorization hold commencing day of arrival or B) a one-time purchase of damage insurance coverage of $3000 for one-time fee of $75 due by the release of access codes.
~ QUIET HOURS - enforced after 10PM. Sound carries on the water. Peace with our neighbors is paramount.
~ SALES TAX: State, County, City (when in city limits) and Tourism taxes are applied to all booking fees. Airbnb collects and remits these taxes if your reservation is booked through this third-party agency. All taxes are regulated by the State of AR
~ RELEASE OF LIABILITY and AGREEMENT to Occupation rules required to e-sign for the main guest.

We cannot accept CANCELLATION variances due to personal reasons or area attraction closures. If we are mandated to close our rental operations, you will be refunded 100% or given the option of credit for future reservations at any of our properties good for 12 months - handled on a case-by-case basis.

1. We've lowered the down payment to reserve from 50% to 15%. It is NON-REFUNDABLE.
2. We always refund 100% of cleaning and pet fees
3. Please note that 3rd party sites like airbnb have different policies in effect. Please read their fine print.


CANCELLATION PENALTIES:
15% anytime 15% = down payment price then an additional 50% within 30 days of arrival or 75% within 14 days of arrival.