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Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a calm lake surrounded by dense trees. - Backyard splendor!!! (Story)
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a quilt, a television on a wooden stand, a window with sheer curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf with a decorative item. - Backyard splendor!!! (Story)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Backyard splendor!!! (Story)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a fireplace with a brick wall and a window. - Backyard splendor!!! (Story)
A brick house with a covered porch and white columns. - Backyard splendor!!! (Story)
At Backyard splendor!!!, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Backyard splendor!!!

  • You may be coming for the rivers, lake, trails, or mines but you might just end up lounging in the spacious backyard. Almost 2 acres of the property is level and clear with lots a space for horseshoes, baggo, badminton or even a some tag football. Another acre slopes down to the bullfrog pond where you can practice your casting skills or just relax and listen to the birds and bullfrogs. Maybe you would prefer chillin' by the firepit or under one of the many shade trees.
    Inside the 1665 sq. ft. home, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with full size applicances and all the modern kitchenware to whip up your favorite meals. We'll even include a dozen farm fresh eggs in memory of Pearl. Grill utensils and charcoal included for the charcoal grill. The large open floor plan living space includes a sofa and loveseat and features a gas log fireplace and a small gas heater for those chilly mornings. The 2 large bedrooms in the sleeping part of the house becomes a little more secluded with the unique hallway door. The king bedroom has a king-size bed, television. Our bunkroom has two sets of bunkbeds with 4 full sized mattresses, television and DVD/VCR player which can be rolled to other rooms in the house. The bathroom in the sleeping area includes a bathtub/shower while the 2nd bathroom off the mudroom/laundry room has a standup shower. The laundry room consist of full size washer and dryer. So even if you ended up in a rain storm while out floating, biking, hiking or diggin' for crystals, you can duck in the shower straight from the laundry. Additionally, there is a 32' carport which works out great for parking a truck with a trailer or 3 vehicles. And, if the weather is a little damp, it can even be set up for your patio party.
    You can also find us on Facebook.
    So who’s Pearl?
    Pearl was a beloved icon of the Sweet Home community. She lived on the homestead just around the curve in the cabin that was built in 1907. No insulation except newspapers. She cooked on a wood stove every day and used an outhouse until they added on an indoor bathroom. She had a garden, chickens and milk cows so all the neighbors came to her for their eggs, produce, milk and butter.
    When I was thinking about a name for the house, I made the comment that even though it was 1980’s retro, Pearl would have thought it was a palace. So we left the original decor and accessorized with the 80's in mind. Come relive childhood memories and share with your family days gone by. PS, have some fresh eggs on Pearl.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Story, this vacation home is in a rural area and near a water park. Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio and Heritage House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gee & Dee Crystal and Wegner Crystal Mines. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby. Visit our Story travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sunset over a mountainous landscape with a river and forested areas.
    Ouachita National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • An aerial view of a network of islands surrounded by water, with dense green forests covering the land.
    Lake Ouachita
    5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower, a flag, and a well-lit pathway.
    Hot Springs National Park
    50 min drive - 46.3 miles
  • A large beige building with two towers, surrounded by trees and a sidewalk.
    Bathhouse Row
    56 min drive - 49.9 miles
  • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
    55 min drive - 49.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairyette
    8 min drive
  • Wayseekers Coffee
    7 min drive
  • 270 Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Subway
    7 min drive
  • El Diamante
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backyard splendor!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backyard splendor!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backyard splendor!!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Backyard splendor!!! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Ouachita National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Ouachita. Rich Mountain Community College and Ouachita Artists Gallery and Studio are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Backyard splendor!!! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great. Quiet with a big yard and a pond. We toasted marshmallows in the fire pit. Its very centrally located for all the local crystal mines and Lake Ouachita. Karen pulled up just as we arrived with some farm fresh eggs. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great digs

The property was clean it had everything you need very quiet neighborhood enjoyed sitting outside in the afternoon after a hard day digging... Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

Beautiful quiet location. The house was lovely, clean and perfect for family time! We really enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely stay in peaceful area.

The property was clean and cozy with all the things we needed. Had plenty of room to let our great dane roam and play outside. The list of places to eat and brochures were lovely to help us determine where to go and eat.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool house!

The property was perfectly described. The house is really cool and we had a relaxing time. Can’t wait to stay there again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walleye fishing trip

We came to the area to walleye fish. Had a guided fishing trip, Jeff Larch Pro Fishing, and stayed here. The bed was super comfy, the place was so clean. I loved all of the old timey stuff in the house. We plan on staying again and bringing our children. We caught a couple of bass in the pond (use a frog lure if it’s green!) and enjoyed sitting outside in the carport just chatting. Hundred percent would recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

This was about as perfect a spot as we ever could have hoped for. Plenty of space inside and out. It was like going to your grandma's house in the country. Its close enough to do everything the area has to offer then come back and relax without seeing any other people. This is a great place to stay no mater what you are doing in the area. The only down side is its a dry county but the line is only 10 or 15 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mt Ida Relax

Property was wonderful and easy to get to. Pleanty of room and supplies provided. Communicated with owner a couple times priot to arrival and all was very smooth. My only suggestion would be to provide a television in the living room. Would have been nice to have everyone abke to sit and watch a little tv together.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Getaway

My friend and I had such a lovely time. We mostly did a lot of porch sittin' and watching light rainfall, listening to the bull frogs and the birds. Did some cooking, some jamming (we're musicians), and just enjoyed the property. I was impressed with the stack of pamphlets and maps for things to do. Next time I'm back I would love to explore the local hiking and nature trails, which there were also plenty of maps to review. Looking forward to my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home Sweat Home

Nice spacious and comfy home. It had everything we needed and them some. Loved hearing the bullfrogs at night. Location was perfect for hitting all the mines and keeping that country feeling. This was the break away from the city life we needed. Eggs were delicious 😋 i was over the moon to find there was an airfryer as well...bonus! Will absolutely stay here again if its available next time. Huge space for 2, want to bring some frineds too. We closed off the bunk room to keep it clean, rolled tv into living room and were all set. You wont be disappointed with this space!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded Expectations

After looking at several properties in the area, this property was the best fit for me even though it was just me and the home sleeps many more people comfortably. The location was perfect and it was priced very affordably. I was very surprised at how well the home was stocked with amenities and high quality kitchen equipment. The back yard was beautiful and well maintained and the clenliness of the home was top notch. It had everything I needed and much more. The fresh farm eggs for breakfast was fantastic. Karen was very responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. It certainly made me want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Arkansas Adventures

Please note, my rating reflects things that affected us but would not be issues for other people. The house layout was exceptional! Open rooms, plenty of space and amenities. The yard area was as described. Very large with plenty of room to move about. Having a blind dog this was an asset as she could wander without running into things. We did not get to enjoy the pond. Unfortunately, we stayed during mosquito season (and high temperatures) and that limited evening outdoor time. Just a timing thing on our part. Having the street so close was an oversight on our part. It is busy with traffic all day and night. This was an adjustment. Overall the house was tidy. We did have issues in the kitchen with ants (again realize that is a seasonal issue) but the owner had put out baits. We had some clean up in the kitchen and bedrooms to remove dust, and debris. Again, allergy issues that affect us may not be an issue for others. I would highly recommend this place for people visiting the area! It was close to our favorite crystal mines. In town, Bob's food market even had some gluten free items to round out the food we brought with us. I really appreciated the kitchen as we ate all of our meals in. I would return to this location, just pick timing that would allow full enjoyment of all it has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went well
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pearls place is a beautiful house with a giant yard. Absolutely lovely country stay. With the convenience of a small town near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pearl's Place is great

Great place to stay with all of the necessities and ample space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Loved the extra attention yo detail and tasteful 80's vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Rural Retreat

We had a great time and Pearl’s Place was the perfect center point for exploring all the beautiful national and state parks in the vicinity.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Quachita

Great location to explore the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely House

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was exceptionally clean. We definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us

We enjoyed our stay at Pearls Palace. In a great location for exploring the woods and streams of the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend!!

We enjoyed our stay and couldn’t have asked for anything better! Also great location for crystal mining!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house.

Clean and close to town with plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Loved this rental!! Great location, loved the big yard for my dogs. It was just an awesome vacation overall!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect distance to everything we enjoy. A tv in the living room would be my ONLY suggestion. The home was clean and had helpful notes for ease of use. Perfect for our anniversary get away.
Love the canoe with flowers planted in it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Excellent location, fair price for a cozy cabin. I will definitely rent again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020