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17 08, 2017

Rolling Fork Takery Review

By |2023-03-02T20:39:52+00:00August 17th, 2017|Beavers Bend Restaurants|

Rolling Fork Takery Review

Rolling Fork’s Street Tacos Rock!

Rolling Fork Takery is a refreshing new dining concept near Broken Bow Lake and Beavers Bend State Park.

Friends Skip and Shellye Copeland, along with lifelong pal Chris Chandler, recently unveiled healthy dining choices for Beavers Bend fans. Rolling Fork is a huge hit with tourists and locals.

Rolling Fork features a plethora of local farm to fork organic options and a convenient on-line ordering system. We ordered from our iPhone and it was a breeze.

Picture of Rolling Fork Takery

Photo by Chris Chandler

Shey and I enjoyed the street tacos and a chicken salad. Both were superb. The tacos were seasoned to perfection. I could drink their homemade salsa by the gallon!

Healthy Beavers Bend Dining/Great Customer Service

Sherri loved her fresh salad and said the homemade ranch dressing was tremendous.

Picture of salad from Rolling Fork Takery

Superb Chicken Salad

Attention to detail and tremendous hospitality are paramount at Rolling Fork Takery. Upon walking through the front door, it feels like home. Take it and go or relax on their gorgeous outside deck.

If you’re like me and enjoy a little red meat occasionally, their sliders are rated as a powerful option for your palate.

Rolling Fork Takery Review

Photo by Rolling Fork Takery

Whether you’re camping or want a quick meal to enjoy at the lake, I highly recommend them. Their menu is updated frequently.

Rolling Fork is located at 5 Coho Road. Only a few minutes from our Mountain Vista Cabin.

Visit Rolling Fork Takery during your next luxury cabin stay in Beavers Bend State Park!

31 07, 2017

Choosing A Beavers Bend Cabin Property Manager

By |2017-07-31T17:14:48+00:00July 31st, 2017|Beavers Bend cabins|

Choosing A Beavers Bend Cabin Property Manager

“We need help choosing a Beavers Bend cabin property manager.”

I hear this sentence frequently as cabin building continues to boom in Broken Bow. How do you choose one? Do you really need one?

If you’re not a marketing and media expert, you need to rely on a pro. We’ve seen it all during Mountain Vista’s fantastic history.

Maintenance bills being jacked up 30%; cabin owners’ receiving no invoices for work done; charges for advertising and more…

A few tips to consider before entering Beavers Bend’s rental market:

  • Is the property manager marketing an acceptable number of cabins?
  • Does the property manager’s bio exude confidence and facts regarding their media and marketing expertise?
  • Will your cabin be on a state-of-the-art website?
  • Are you dealing with social media experts?

If you’re unable to answer with a resounding “Yes” to any of these bullet points, engage your safety.

Little things such as having someone return a call promptly is important to luxury travelers. If someone is managing 50-80 cabins-you do the math. That’s lots of phone calls to return.

Choosing A Beavers Bend Cabin Property Manager

We’ve seen a dramatic increase of people interested in buying luxury vacation properties since November. More than the last eight-years combined. If you’re interested in discussing Beavers Bend cabins, contact us.

Incorporating professional video and social media is important to cabin success. We have decades of global marketing and media experience to lead your strategy.

The summer season at Mountain Vista is winding down. It’s been our best ever. Guests love our views and seclusion. We never gouge guests with resort, insurance and cleaning fees.

Our Beavers Bend mobile app is a great way to keep up with area activities and VIP offers. It’s a free download and is compatible with IOS and Android devices.

Make sure to accept push notifications when downloading the app. We have fantastic offers for our fans via text.

Choosing A Beavers Bend Cabin Property Manager

Weekends are filling fast for the remainder of 2017. A few remain available in September. October and November are very popular for fall foliage season guests. If you’re planning on a trip to Beavers Bend in the fall, book your cabin now.

Mountain Vista luxury cabin is under three-hours from Dallas in Southeastern Oklahoma. Nestled in the Kiamichi Mountains, two-million annual visitors enjoy the Broken Bow Lake area.

7 07, 2017

Broken Bow Cabin Rental Tips

By |2017-07-07T18:37:35+00:00July 7th, 2017|Broken Bow Cabin Lodging, Luxury rental property tips, travel blogs|

I get tons of inquires from people wanting Broken Bow cabin rental tips. What are the most important things to consider before reserving a luxury cabin in Beavers Bend?

My Top 5 Broken Bow Cabin Rental Tips

  1. Make sure your cabin will be secluded. I’m not saying you need to be on a hundred acres with no one nearby.  You want to have peace and quiet when spending a lot of money on a vacation. Often, Broken Bow visitors don’t realize another cabin is nearby until they arrive. Surprise, the Beavers Bend cabin management company didn’t tell you about nearby neighbors on their website! Ask for perimeter pictures and videos of the property. There are scores of cabins being built close together now that the economy has picked up.
  2. Don’t Pay Add-On/Resort Fees. @KillResortFees is a great follow on Twitter. They’ve been featured here a few times. @KillResortFees does fantastic job of exposing tourist scams across the country. Resort fees, insurance fees, incidental fees, hot tub fees, cleaning fees…they’re prevalent punches to your pocketbook at a plethora of hotels and resorts. We never gouge our guests with this junk at Mountain Vista
  3. Stay Clear Of Honkey Tonks. So you’ve booked a great looking cabin online and you arrive to the sounds of this blaring through your cabin.

Make sure your cabin isn’t near a loud bar with outdoor tunes crankin’ until the wee hours of the morning. This happens frequently and unless you brought earplugs, it could be a sleepless night.

4. Know T’s & C’s. Read the terms and conditions carefully before booking a Beavers Bend luxury cabin. If you see penny-pinching things such as “We provide two trash bags. If you need a third, bring it,” punt them to the curb! We provide plenty of trash bags and all the essentials you’ll need at our Mountain Vista vacation home.

       5. Understand vacation and rental home differences. Sometimes management companies will own cabins with the sole purpose of renting them. They’re not true vacation homes. Corners will often be cut regarding amenities, location and proximity to a loud highway. These cabins are usually smaller and very close together. A vacation home will probably offer more upscale features such as free firewood, s’mores kits and non-generic supplies. Our guests at Mountain Vista don’t get cheap paper towels and toilet paper. We feature the Real McCoy’s. Free firewood and s’mores kits are given to every guest.

Broken Bow Cabin Rental Tips

There are many fantastic cabins in Beavers Bend State Park at every price range. Follow my Broken Bow cabin rental tips and hopefully you’ll have a wonderful visit to Southeastern Oklahoma…with no surprises.

There’s no funky music at Mountain Vista! Only acres of seclusion, amazing views and upscale amenities. Contact us at 405-535-8055 and we’ll be happy to answer any questions. Follow me on Twitter @BeaversBend.

6 07, 2017

Fall Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

By |2022-02-25T14:51:53+00:00July 6th, 2017|Beavers Bend cabins|

Fall Beavers Bend cabin reservations

We’re already booking fall Beavers Bend cabin reservations at Mountain Vista.

Mid October to mid-November is beautiful near Broken Bow Lake during fall foliage season. Make your luxury cabin reservations soon.

One of the best fall activities in Beavers Bend is taking the Talimena Scenic Drive. The winding roads north of Broken Bow offer amazing views for photographers.

Summer is in full swing at Mountain Vista cabin in Broken Bow. Our weekends are packed until mid-August and we only have a few July weekdays available.

Here are a few Beavers Bend activities I recommend while visiting this summer.

Ride The Duck Boat In Beavers BendFall Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

Fans of Beavers Bend love taking a ride on the duck!  Our guests love it and you’ll enjoy a tour of Broken Bow Lake along with trips to all the area hot spots.

Eat At Rolling Fork Takery

Fall Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

You don’t want to miss the newest dining concept to hit the Broken Bow Lake area. Skip and Shellye Copeland are lifelong friends and are creating a dining experience unlike anything Beavers Bend has seen.

Rolling Fork’s grill recently opened and they’ll be rolling soon with live music and healthy dining choices.

Golf At Cedar Creek

Fall Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

Visitors to Beavers Bend can’t believe how great this course is. We’ve had nice rains this year and the course is in its best shape in years.

Beavers Bend Marina Boat Rentals

Fall Beavers Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

Get on Broken Bow Lake. Many visit the area and only see the lake from the highway. That’s a mistake. Dock in a cove and enjoy a picnic lunch while watching wildlife along the shoreline.

Fall Beavers Bend Cabin Reservations

Contact us at beaversbendvacations.com, 405-535-8055 if we can help you plan a trip to the Kiamichi Mountains in McCurtain County Oklahoma.

If you’re considering buying a cabin in Beavers Bend State Park and need marketing/media advice, we offer consultation services and management services.

2 07, 2017

Amenities

By |2017-07-07T15:05:45+00:00July 2nd, 2017|Beavers Bend|

Mountain Vista features scores of amenities including many not offered by other cabins.

Free Netflix,Firewood & S’mores Kits. No additional add-on charges for cleaning, insurance or resort fees at beaversbendvacations.com. We feel you should never pay for firewood when you’re in the middle of the forest. It’s abundant in our area and inexpensive for us to provide. 

  • High Speed Wireless Internet available throughout the cabin and property
  • Wide screen High Definition TV with DVD
  • DirecTV (Satellite) with over 155 channels and free Netflix
  • XM Satellite Radio on three TV’s
  • Radio with indoor Surround Sound
  • Plush Leather Furniture
  • Flatscreen TV’s  in each upstairs bedroom
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mountain Vista features three private bedrooms with king size log beds and private decks
  • We accommodate six to eight comfortably at our vacation home
  • Luxury Bedding (Egyptian cotton sheets with down and standard pillows)
  • Downstairs bedroom features a luxury memory foam mattress
  • Two upstairs bedrooms with private decks. One bedroom features our fabulous 20-mile view, the other boasts a beautiful acreage of forest. Unlike others, we feature true seclusion.
  • Additional air bed is available which is suitable for two children.
  • 2 1/2 Baths
  • Hair dryer and extras in the bathrooms including soap, Q-Tips and cotton swabs
  • Fresh cotton towels
  • Full size Washer/Dryer and laundry detergent supplied
  • Fully equipped kitchen with spices including several of Jerry & Sherri’s favorites
  • Microwave, Oven/Range, Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator with ice/water in the door
  • Coffee pot and Keurig K Cup Brewing System
  • Toaster, Blender, Slow Cooker
  • Complimentary Non-Generic Snacks
  • Outdoor Six Person Hot Tub with a fabulous view of the Beavers Bend forest
  • Outdoor gas grill allowing guests to grill in style while taking in our amazing 20 mile view
  • Fire pit with wood available at no extra charge
  • Multi-level and wrap-around decks
  • Paved hill for easy cabin access
  • Pets and smoking are not allowed
  • Professionally and locally managed
  • Mountain Vista’s acres of seclusion are great for hiking
  • Horseshoe Pit
8 06, 2017

DFW’s Eagle Gun Range Visits Mountain Vista

By |2020-02-10T17:59:40+00:00June 8th, 2017|Beavers Bend tourism|

DFW's Eagle Gun Range Visits Mountain Vista

DFW’s premier gun range visited Mountain Vista luxury cabin in Broken Bow, OK and tell us we hit the bullseye with our location and amenities.

“We’ve stayed in many cabins in Broken Bow over the years. This one ranks at the top,…beautiful views, comfy beds/linens, completely stocked kitchen and a BBQ grill that works great,” Eagle Gun Range owner Nanci Prince said.

I’m so impressed with Eagle Gun Range, I recently became a customer and greatly enjoyed the experience. Communication with their staff was terrific and they went beyond the call of duty to get the exact firearm I wanted.

Eagle Gun Range Visits Mountain Vista

Eagle Gun Range is located in Lewisville and they’re opening a new facility in Farmers Branch soon. Their state-of-the-art facility features:

  • 24 indoor lanes
  • Air filtration system with continuous fresh air
  • Constant 74 degree temperature
  • Guns, ammo, bag and apparel sales
  • Gun rentals-$5 plus ammo
  • Lane rentals-$20 with no time limit
  • Ladies shoot all day on Tuesday’s for $5
  • License to carry classes
  • Private lessons
  • Group lessons
  • Corporate events

“We truly overpacked because everything we needed was already there, including two coffee makers! We loved the hiking trails, fire pit and outdoor seating. The kids loved Netflix and the s’mores. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home…would love to return in the fall or sooner,” Nanci said.

Many of our Beavers Bend guests are from the DFW metroplex and we hope you’ll visit Nanci and her staff at Eagle Gun Range soon. I highly recommend them and can vouch for their first-class service. Sherri and I are thrilled they enjoyed their experience in Beavers Bend.

Whether you’re a seasoned firearms expert or beginner, they offer excellent training courses to improve your marksmanship. Eagle Gun Range can ship firearms to a Federal Firearms License dealer if you live out of state.

Visit their beautiful Lewisville, TX facility at 491 Valley Ridge Boulevard. (972) 353-4867.

Virtual Tour of Eagle Gun Range.

We hope you’ll aim for trips to Mountain Vista luxury cabin and Eagle Gun Range soon…both are sure shots!

6 06, 2017

Beavers Bend’s Grand Champion Show Dog

By |2020-02-10T18:01:15+00:00June 6th, 2017|Beavers Bend Show Dog|

We’ve been in the dog show world over 20 years and love it. American Kennel Club (AKC) Dog shows are a great place to learn about different breeds. That’s how we broke into this crazy game.

Sherri and I attended a dog show and were hooked. We’ve been blessed with world-class show dogs for decades. Kula is named after a little town in Upcounty Maui where we were married many years ago.

Beavers Bend's Grand Champion Show Dog

Beavers Bend’s Grand Champion show dog will be competing again at the end of June in Oklahoma City. He’s had a stellar career and keeps on rolling!

1 06, 2017

Summer Beavers Bend Cabins

By |2017-06-01T13:19:06+00:00June 1st, 2017|TravelOK|

Summer Beavers Bend Cabins

 The great Summer Beavers Bend cabins are in high demand.

We have a few openings at the end of June and Mountain Vista is almost packed in July.

There are usually plenty of star sightings in Beavers Bend when the weather gets warm and Memorial Weekend was no exception. New Orleans Saints running back Adrian Peterson was seen at many locations near Broken Bow Lake.

Picture of Adrian Peterson dining in Beavers Bend

Peterson is pictured above with my lifetime pal, Skip Copeland. Skip owns the new Rolling Fork Takery restaurant in Hochatown. He and wife, Shellye, will make a dramatic impact on the dining scene in Beavers Bend.

Rolling Fork is just north of Girls Gone Wine to the right. It will be open in the next few weeks. Trust me, you’ve never seen anything like this concept in Beavers Bend. Great organic food, live music and great people.

Summer Beavers Bend Cabins

Our views and upscale amenities continue to make Mountain Vista a very popular cabin choice in Beavers Bend. We’ve never felt the need to gouge guests with cleaning, insurance and incidental fees. Others charge top-dollar for an armful of firewood…ours is free.

Many cabin companies will bill you $40 or more for generic s’mores. We offer high-end packaged kits at no charge

A plethora of property managers now own many cabins in Beavers Bend. Mountain Vista remains different. It’s truly our vacation home.

You deal with us, the owners, when reserving our property. We’re not managing 50-80 other cabins.

Thousands read our blog each month and it’s very unpopular with some…those charging you needless cabin add-on fees.

Contact us if we can help market your luxury Broken Bow cabin. Our three-decades of media and marketing experience can help accentuate your property. Are you receiving proper professional video and social media exposure?

Summer Beavers Bend cabins are only a click away at BeaversBendVacations.com.

13 05, 2017

Mountain Vista Horseshoes

By |2017-05-13T20:13:59+00:00May 13th, 2017|Broken Bow Cabin Lodging, dfw travel|

Mountain Vista Horseshoes

Our new Beavers Bend horseshoe pit has already been a huge hit with guests! Recent Mountain Vista visitors said they spent tons of time throwing shoes last weekend.

The beautiful new custom pit was installed last week with “Mountain Vista”  ingrained on the box.

Solar lights have been installed in case the battle for ringers goes past dusk. The Mountain Vista horseshoe pit receives additional light from the second level of the cabin. Seats are situated around the pit to provide relaxation in case of a grueling match.

Mountain Vista Horseshoes

The history of horseshoes dates back to the second century. Here’s more than you’ve ever wanted to know about the sport!  You’ll be able to see the Kiamichi Mountains from the Mountain Vista horseshoe pit.

Mountain Vista Horseshoes

When choosing a luxury rental cabin in Beavers Bend State Park there are a few things to consider…

  • How close is the nearest cabin?
  • How close will the nearest live music be cranking at night?
  • Does the cabin charge resort fees?
  • Does the cabin charge cleaning fees?
  • Does the cabin charge insurance fees?

Do a little homework before visiting a Broken Bow luxury cabin and you’ll have a much better experience. Also pay attention the popular “firewood charge.” If $100 for a few sticks of wood sounds like a great deal to you, go for it!

We never charge these add-on fees at Mountain Vista. The firewood is free along with s’mores kits and a plethora of other upscale amenities.

Mountain Vista has a few days open next week, but hardly any weekends available until August.

Make sure to download our Beavers Bend app. All the local hot spots are on it along with our blog. We created the app with Mobile Roadie in Los Angeles. Mobile Roadie does many apps for rock stars, including Madonna and The Rolling Stones.

Thousands read our blog monthly. The tourists love it… cabin property management companies charging you ridiculous add-on fees hate it.

Enjoy the new Mountain Vista horseshoe pit and please remember to wager responsibly!

 

30 04, 2017

BrokenBowLakeGuide.com Update

By |2017-04-30T13:13:22+00:00April 30th, 2017|Broken Bow Lake, Broken Bow Lake Fishing|

BrokenBowLakeGuide.com Update

Bass guide Bryce Archey’s client lands nice fish!

BrokenBowLakeGuide.com update from our friend and top bass guide, Bryce Archey.

“The month of April fishing has been absolutely awesome with many different species of fish being caught. I have a few open dates for May and June. If you want to get in on some fantastic fishing, call, text or email me!”

-Bryce Archey BrokenBowLakeGuide.com. 870-582-4561, [email protected] @BBLakeGuide


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Broken Bow, OK 74728
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