The White River Inn

Fantastic experience from the airport pick up, the welcome , the beauty of the inn and the terrific hosts. The inn sits in a beautiful high setting looking at the river. Rooms are spacious, super clean , comfortable bedding. Meals are fantastic , homemade and carefully presented Common areas are spacious with books and games. Fishing guides are professional and knowledgeable. The river is fished Hard and you will see plenty of other boats out there. Steve and Elisabeth caring innkeepers and are attentive to any need. We will come back!

We have just enjoyed our second stay at the White River Inn. Once again all expectations were exceeded. There is a reason that the White River Inn was voted top Orvis lodge destination for 2024. Steve and Elisabeth knock it out of the park with regard to hospitality, friendliness, service and gourmet meals. In addition, our fishing guide (Jason) is the best on the river. He is attentive, friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend this destination.

The pillows and mattress were perfection. The bathroom had shampoos, conditioners, body washes and bubbles for use in a shower and a Jacuzzi which were on par with a spa. The meals were steak, pasta, lamb and wonderful desserts. Our hosts were a young couple that could do everything from Fly Fish, Boat, Gourmet Cook, and decorate a beautiful log cabin sporting lodge. Steve & Elizabeth are highly skilled, well educated and fun people.

A little piece of paradise. Lovely, quiet lodge "home" tucked away in the woods high above the White River in Arkansas. Proprietors Steve and Elisabeth Sonnamaker are the perfect innkeepers. Experienced, energetic, friendly and ready to accommodate your every wish with a smile. From lodging to food, linings to furnishings, fishing to conversations, let Steve and Elisabeth cater to your next unwind at The White River Inn. You will love it, we did! Gary & Pam - Nov. 2-4, 2021 P.S. The fishing is fantastic and the guides provided are superb. Definitely a keeper. We're coming back!

Stayed at the White River Inn for my fishing trip and can't recommend it enough. Driving up was an experience in itself seeing all the deer and then the view overlooking the White River is outstanding. The inn and the rooms are spotlessly clean and comfortable and every afternoon I looked forward to getting back for some of the best meals I every had after a day's fishing on the river. This is the perfect place to stay to trout fish on the White River and even if you don't plan on fishing but it would be a waste not to fish while you are there.

Hosts, Steve and Elisabeth Sonnamaker were wonderful. upon arriving I was welcomed like part of the family. The Inn itself was magnificent. Inside was decorated wonderfully, was very, very clean, and my room was so comfortable. Not often you have a jacuzzi tub on a property such as this. There are 2 rooms to have large gatherings if needed and plenty of room on the patio. Speaking of the patio, the views were unbelievable. Such a great view from the patio and my room. It truly was an experience. The food was next level. From breakfast, to lunch, and dinner, I can't express how outstanding it was. I give it 5-stars for sure. My guide, Jason, is also one of a kind. He knows the river, the places to go for the conditions as it changes frequently, and always gets us the "The Spot" to catch these enormous Browns. You learn new ways to approach and fish for these unique trout. He is a joy to spend a day with as we always ask for him. I just wanted to thank Steve, Elisabeth, and of course Jason for such a great time! I am already working on my next bookings for next year. Thank you again, it was such a fantastic experience.

A trip of a lifetime! Beautiful lodge. Orvis endorsed. Elisabeth is a master chef, making everything from scratch. Homemade desserts with amazing entrees. Fishing guides couldn't be more helpful. Pull one in and another line waiting. Steven is the most congenial person that can answer any question you might have! My first fly fishing trip and I feel in love. Don't delay -- book today!!

October 28/21. My husband and I just returned from several nights at this wonderful lodge. You know about the reports ( true) which reflect the superb fishing. I’d like to mention the food and the 9,000 sq foot lodge. When I first walked in, you are just pulled to the beautiful view! I marched right thru the glass doors and I had goosebumps. (What a cliff, ( phew!) very large deck, & the mountains as a backdrop against the White River just takes your breath away. We met couples from: Oregon, TN, and Texas. Elizabeth made a light , shrimp pasta with a 5 star dessert of German Choc Cake that was to die for and the next night we had steaks with grilled Veggies and loaded potatoes and I do mean “loaded.” ( 2 different styles of yummy salads too) Steve and a Elizabeth will do just about anything to make you feel at home. “Z” is their well behaved Standard Poodle ; she is so sweet and beautiful. Our room was very nice with heavy duty Mission furniture and the shower is so strong, ( I hate weak showers) the walk out area, decks, for the fresh air and view, is special. The Nespresso machine in the room is nice but if you prefer an espresso, we’ll Steve or a Elizabeth will fix you up. There’s an area with any drink you could imagine, ice, premium glasses, snacks , and all steps from your suite. No need to go to the kitchen. Enormous Pendleton Chief Blankets are in your closet for the porch. We actually used them sitting under the stars. We have stayed in luxury camps in 5 countries in Africa, Same type of lodge style in New Zealand too. White River Inn is a shinning star. 3 nights seems perfect. However, I don’t fly fish. All the other ladies ( girlfriend and 3 wives) did fish. So a few couples stayed beyond 3 days and they were having a blast. So, that is personal.