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The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River

Escape into nature’s beauty at Sky Hawk Ridge where misty morning walks meet rolling hillsides, sentinel oaks & sparkling water.

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Sky Hawk Ridge, a natural refuge at the gateway to Buffalo River National Park, offers an unforgettable getaway. Roam 185 acres of beautiful landscape with wide front and back porches affording gorgeous sunrise and sunset views. Explore miles of private trails through dense forests and beside crystal streams with wildlife all around.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Sky Hawk Ridge, a neighborhood in Saint Joe, this farm stay is in a rural area. Collier Homestead and Rush Ghost Town are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo National River and Ozark National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Saint Joe travel guide
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St. Joe, AR

What's nearby

  • Buffalo National River
    Buffalo National River
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Collier Homestead
    8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Tyler Bend Visitor Center
    10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Tyler Bend Recreation Area
    10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Hurricane River Caverns
    20 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Harrison, AR (HRO-Boone County Regional)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Craw Billy’s Seafood Boil & BBQ
    16 min walk
  • Coursey's
    18 min walk
  • Ferguson's Country Store & Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • Big Springs Trading Company
    5 min drive
  • Tator Bugs On The River
    8 min drive

About this property

The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River

Farm stay near Buffalo National River
Take advantage of golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this farm stay. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Games, barbecue grills, and books
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River have thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like dining tables and kitchen islands.
Extra amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. Smoker's Pole on deck.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Daily rates are based on 4 guests. For additional guests, add $25.00 + tax /person/night. Max. 6 guests.

No ATV's, fireworks, or discharge of firearms.

No outside guests without prior approval. No tents or overnight occupancy of campers or RV's.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Note from host: Pet Fee: $20/night per Pet + tax.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Kids love it here!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Contact Host for details. Extra fees may apply.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

No smoking inside. Smoker's Pole on deck.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact Host for details. Extra fees may apply.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River located?

Located in Sky Hawk Ridge, this farm stay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Buffalo National River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Collier Homestead and Tyler Bend Visitor Center. Tyler Bend Recreation Area is 6 mi (9.7 km) away.

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Reviews

The Ranch House at Sky Hawk Ridge, a 185-Acre Refuge, ONE MILE to Buffalo River Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, relaxing retreat with everything you need for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative. Answered any questions prior to and during stay. Cabin was clean and provided all the necessary items to make our stay comfortable. Location was perfect for a quiet secluded stay, surrounded by nature.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful retreat

This is a beautiful property. The house was clean and cutely decorated! Wish we stayed a week as there are tons of hiking trails and it is close to the Buffalo river.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful!

We enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back again! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jadd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

We really enjoyed our stay. Place is awesome and more than we expected. Clean, tidy, beautiful, great location, and the owners were super nice and helpful. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

The scenery was beautiful . The cabin was modern and well maintained. The host had all of the extras there and it was very clean. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the Ranch!

Very clean, organized, and peaceful stay at Sky Hawk Ranch House. Probably my 5th or 6th stay on this property and will certainly be visiting again. Both the property manager and caretakers (Donna and Ron) are super people to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation in the woods

The property had all of the amenities you could need. The house was very clean and dog friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed hiking on the property and stargazing by the fire. Would highly recommend if you want to stay near Buffalo River.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding!

Beautiful property, cabin was immaculate, hiking trails all around, Buffalo river nearby. 100% we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

A very quiet, peaceful, relaxing getaway. The wildlife, trails and dark sky were wonderful. Very close to the river. Couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recovery & Remembrance

We lost my mom just before Christmas in 2024 & needed to clear our minds and mend our hearts after her passing. She truly loved the Ozarks and this trip was helpful in remembering all of the memories we made with her and in honoring her memory. The host and the cabin were terrific in ensuring the cleanliness, comfort level, peacefulness, safety, and equipment we needed during our stay. Definitely worth it, definitely recommend them, and will definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of heaven

This place did not disappoint. Close to the Buffalo River, immaculate, and an idyllic location. There are several homes on the property, but it still felt like we had the place to ourselves. Very peaceful and a great place to unplug. There are several trails to explore as well. Everyone had a great time and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maegan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skyhawk Ranch is an awesome property. It is beautiful and tucked away far from the highways. Our cabin was well appointed and so tastefully decorated. Greta porches on both sides. Very comfortable beds. Bathrooms were excellent and plenty of hot water. We cooked every night and we had everything we needed. Kitchen well stocked with pots, pans and dish-ware. Perfect set up with our dogs too. This property is very dog friendly. Cabins area really spaced out which was great. It felt very private. When we were outside with our dogs, they could just run. All of our dogs were on E-Collar so they loved all the off-leash freedom this property provides. There were hiking trails on the property and close to lots of other great hiking areas like Tyler Bend, Grinders Ferry, Pedestal Rock and many more. Plenty of dog friendly hikes. Property owners were great and all of our communication with them was professional and timely. Can’t wait to come back and stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place!

We have stayed at Sky Hawk on multiple occasions and just love it! It is this special little piece of the world filled with calm and fun. It is our dogs favorite place too! The house is always well taken care of and clean. The property managers are very responsive and have always addressed any questions quickly. We look forward to coming back year after year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

summer get away

We absolutely LOVE staying at Sky Hawk Ridge! It is the only place we would want to stay when we visit Arkansas. We have been coming here for years. The managers of this property has become friends to us. Mr. Ronnie is amazing! It is like our second home. We are so thankful to have a place like this to stay with our family where we know we are safe and taken care of. Thank you so much for allowing us this experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Break Family Trip

We wanted to explore the Buffalo River and surrounding area with our teenage daughters. The cabin was a very convenient location if you want to float the Buffalo River. It was a 7 minute drive to the outfitter we got our kayak rental from. We also had a great time exploring the hiking trails on the property with our girls and our dog. The views from the back porch swing were amazing and we had some fun family horseshoe games throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall drive from Indiana

Exceptional. Complete privacy - beautiful property. It is your own park to explore with trails that border Buffalo River property. Owners fantastic to work with. Simply wonderful. Calming. Stars. Fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

After Christmas Break

We had a wonderful time here! Very peaceful. We enjoyed many hikes, both on and off the property, and beautiful views of the river. Hope to come back and visit in the Summer. We brought our dog and he loved being able to run freely! He doesn’t get to do that at home in the city. Will most certainly revisit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Relaxing

Property is exactly as described. Hosts provided everything you would need to enjoy your stay. House was exceptionally clean and the property was well maintained. Do your research on the near by trails if you plan on bringing your four legged kids, some of the trails did not allow dogs. Regardless would stay again, just because of the house and how quiet the surrounding area is. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't tell the other Texans

This property was perfect, but I'd rather not tell you too much about it because I selfishly want it to be available when we go back. Pros: Quiet. Peaceful. Clean. Spacious. Stocked. River Access. Cons: Dry County... Nearby food options lack quality
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Call Sign K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kilburn family October excursion

I threw this trip together kinda last minute when my son’s school scheduled a few days for an early fall break. My family is originally from the area so it’s always nice to come back and reconnect. This trip I had criteria to plan for- I needed a place that permitted my two dogs and had Satellite TV/Internet service (Red River Rivalry game). We also wanted to be within driving distance to Table Rock, Branson and Mountain Home for planned day trips. Our stay was perfect, the sprawling property with trails to explore was a bonus. The last day drinking coffee on the porch we saw a whitetail buck chasing a group of does across the field. The cabin and accommodations were as advertised and very comfortable. The owners and care takers are great hosts so we will be coming back and definitely give the property a five star rating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating and we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin and location

Perfect cabin and location! Everything was easy about the process. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

The property is very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother's Day getaway

This was our second time to stay at this property. We absolutely love it. We had everything we needed and the property is beautiful. It' close to a few different outfitters as well to go down the Buffalo River.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025