You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gap Mercantile Cottage
Gap Mercantile is located in quaint Caddo Gap, AR. The overnight rental is part of the actual historical Gap Mercantile, an old general store that was built in 1932. The store is still in operation and is open to the public during the summer season Tuesday through Saturday from 10 to 4 and winter season Friday and Saturday 10 to 4. You will have the cottage area in the back of the store that was renovated to accommodate overnight guests that has its own private entrance. This rental is just a short walk from the Caddo River.
The 650 square foot Mercantile Cottage is located in the back of the historic Gap Mercantile building. It features two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower, as well as a roomy living area, along with a kitchenette where simple meals can be prepared using a microwave or toaster oven. There's also a small refrigerator and a dining area that seats six. The cottage and store are featured on the Farm Hand's Companion You Tube.
Property manager
Lynna McWilliams
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Toaster oven
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Video library
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
On a river
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property is also known as
Gap Mercantile Caddo Gap
Gap Mercantile Cottage Apartment
Gap Mercantile Cottage Caddo Gap
Gap Mercantile Cottage Apartment Caddo Gap
About the neighborhood
Caddo Gap, AR
What's nearby
Ouachita National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Caddo River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Glenwood City Park - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
Glenwood Country Club - 19 min drive - 18.5 km
Wegner Crystal Mines - 30 min drive - 24.6 km
Getting around
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Poor Horse Cafe & Grill - 10 min drive
Ron's Barbecue - 3 min drive
Melba's Country Cooking - 10 min drive
Caddo Cafe - 14 min drive
Ole Mexican Foods - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gap Mercantile Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Gap Mercantile Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gap Mercantile Cottage?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gap Mercantile Cottage located?
Situated on a river, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Ouachita National Forest and Caddo River. Glenwood City Park and Grace Baptist Church are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Gap Mercantile Cottage Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10
They were very responsive and communicating very clean. Great place to stay.
Mike W.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
We have stayed here several times and enjoy it every time we go. We will certainly return. The Hosts are fantastic.
Robert A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Great place to stay. River is only a short walk from mercantile. Loved looking through the mecantile and experiencing the history of the Caddo Gap area. We will definitely be back!
jean g.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
We love staying at the Mercantile B&B. The hosts are fantastic and we love the space. Definitely will be returning.
Robert A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
We enjoyed our visit to the Caddo-Gap Cottage as usual. We will certainly return when we are in the area.
Robert A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10
Great location for hiking, kayaking! Gary was super nice and very knowledgeable, a great resource! Check-in and out was a breeze. Definitely would stay again!
Katrina B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10
It is a great place to stay. We would recommend it to anyone. It was very cozy and cool to look at the old antiques they had in it.
Doyle D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
We had a comfortable and very quiet evening at the cottage. Loved the antiques and simplicity of everything.
Jason T.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10
Our stay at Gap Mercantile was amazing. The unique experience of staying in what was once part of a general store was like going back in time, but of course it had all the modern amenities. The owners were absolutely wonderful. They were helpful throughout the stay, and we ended up spending a couple of hours talking to them and hanging out in the store because they were just great people. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in the area!
William S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Mr. & Mrs. McWilliams were wonderful hosts. Their communication was above and beyond. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit with them and felt they they were old friends. The location was quaint and quiet. It was a peaceful stay in this beautiful park of Arkansas. Hope to return some day.
Sarah B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
My 3rd time in a year to stay at this precious cottage! Decorated perfectly! Everything you need! Will be back again!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10
We loved it. There was an air of nostalgia of times gone by. We got to meet the owners and shop their country store. We will do this again.
Carol A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
My two boys (12 and 10) and I loved the cottage. They enjoyed exploring all of the decor and books and played some music on the piano as well which gave a nice atmosphere! It is a quiet place after the sun goes down and we enjoyed a family movie. The next morning the boys had fun playing checkers on the front porch of the store while we had breakfast and waited to take a farm tour. Perhaps the best part of the cottage are Lynna and Gary - you couldn’t ask for friendlier people to welcome you and talk to during your stay! Highly recommend a stay at the cottage and visit to the store if you are in the area.
Adam V.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10
We enjoyed our stay at Caddo Gap Mercantile. We were unable to meet Ms. Lynna but met Mr. Gary and enjoyed talking with him. The location was perfect for us!
Houston G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10
Property was clean and comfortable and fit our purpose of being close (only 30 minutes away) to Camp Ozark early in the morning to pick up our grand son on check out day.
Would be a nice place for a few very quite days in the mountains.
The only problem we had was the heat ..... with an outside temperature of 100 plus the 3 small window A/C units in the cottage while they worked very hard were not able to keep the rooms comfortable. Especially the bathroom which was located where non of the cool air could get in........ A fan would have made a big difference......
Adding a couple more units and having some fans would have helped. On a more moderate day with lower outside temps it probably would have been more comfortable ........
The Mercantile Store up front was a real hoot !!!!! We found several thing we couldn't do without ......
William L.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10
The vintage touches make this property a unique find. The village is perfect for a morning stroll. The mercantile feels like stepping back in time. The owners are wonderful and local.
Melissa N.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10
Lynna, the owner, was very nice. The cottage was very comfortable. Very clean. The history of the store was very interesting. It was a very positive experience. Highly recommend
staying here!!