The River of Love Cabins is currently owned by John and Kelly Lidell. Joining the hospitality industry in 2005, the establishment's only unit at the time was the Red Bud Cabin. Today, the property spans sixty acres and features seven unique cabins: Red Bud Cabin, Green Briar Cabin, Love Train Caboose, Love Shack, Creekside Cottage, Stargazer, and Precious Cargo. Each cabin has its own distinct style and features at least one queen-sized bed, a fully furnished bathroom, and either a jacuzzi or hot tub. Cabins also include a fridge, freezer, and stove oven, with the exception of the Love Train Caboose, which does not have a stove oven. Guests can enhance their stay by purchasing an additional package when booking. Located in Thackerville, Oklahoma, the property offers easy access to a variety of local activities and attractions.
River of Love Cabins is also currently expanding, with two new A-frame cabins and a new shared lounge area under construction. Expected to be completed in 2027, the new lounge will feature WiFi, a cold plunge, sauna, shared kitchen for groups, and a media room, adding even more ways for guests to relax and enjoy their stay.
Started by John and Kelly Liddell, River of Love Cabins is located on a 60-acre property in Thackerville, Oklahoma. The property now features seven private cabins, each with its own unique character and style: Red Bud Cabin, Green Briar Cabin, Love Train Caboose, Love Shack, Creekside Cottage, Stargazer, and Precious Cargo.
Each cabin includes a bedroom, at least one queen-sized bed, and a fully furnished bathroom. Most cabins accommodate two guests, while Creekside Cottage offers additional space and a second bathroom for up to four guests. Each cabin is single-level and includes a kitchen equipped with dishes and utensils, a refrigerator, and a freezer. The Love Train Caboose is the only cabin without a stove oven. Additional amenities include televisions, DVD players, and movies.
Set in a peaceful, forest-like setting, the cabins are spread throughout the property for added privacy and are located approximately one mile from the Red River. Each cabin has either a hot tub or jacuzzi, with the Green Briar Cabin featuring a two-person jacuzzi, wrap-around porch, and private outdoor shower. Cabins also offer outdoor amenities such as fire pits or grills and hammocks.
Complimentary meals are not provided, but guests can explore nearby dining options during their stay. Guests can also use their cabin's refrigerator and freezer to store food, or arrange for Blue Bird Services to shop for groceries before their arrival. A delivery fee applies to this service.
Guests can also enhance their stay with a variety of packages, services, and special items available for an additional fee. These may include champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, flowers, and other romantic touches. Most packages require at least 24 hours' notice.
River of Love Cabins is also currently expanding, with two new A-frame cabins and a new lounge area under construction. Expected to be completed in 2027, the lounge will include WiFi, a cold plunge, sauna, shared kitchen for groups, and a media room, providing guests with even more ways to relax and enjoy the property.
The owners of River of Love Cabins strive to create a culture that follows the company's slogan of “rest, relax, and renew”. Each of the staff has the goal to keep the property clean, and they work to make each of the cabins have a “homey feel.” The environment for the property is meant to attract couples seeking a "romantic vacation," and as such, much of the business's advertising is focused on that demographic. One former customer said that the homes were “a place to get away from the city and relax”. Another customer remarked, “the cabins are wonderfully rustic and cozy, and the scenery is gorgeous.”
Within a driving distance from River of Love Cabins, different activities are available for guests to enjoy. Each activity varies in the crowd that it would attract. For those who enjoy fishing, Lake Texoma has stripers, catfish, and bass. Another nearby attraction is Deschain Cellars, which offers guests wine-tasting and live music. Turner Falls provides swimming and hiking. Other activities are advertised on the company's website.
Special rules may apply to each of the homes, however, the majority of the rules are the same. If the guests would like to bring additional family members, specifically children, they would need to reserve the Creekside Cottage due to its higher potential occupancy. Every other cabin does not allow children. Additionally, the Creekside Cottage is the only home that allows patrons to bring pets of any size. Guests will get charged an extra fee if the animal sheds an excessive amount, which is determined by the staff. On the River of Love Cabins' website, it states that “There is not a land-line phone in any cabins and the cell service is poor.” In light of this, they advise that if the customer needs to be reached by family members to give them the personal phone number of the owners of the cabins.
River of Love Cabins is open year-round with its busiest season generally occurring in the fall and spring. Each home has parking for its guests, and there is space included next to the homes to park a trailer. Guests are required to reserve a minimum of two nights at any of the cabins. Guests can check into their cabin at four in the afternoon. Checkout is at eleven in the morning “unless the package for noon checkout is purchased during reservations," according to the policies listed on the establishment's website.
The River of Love Cabins joined the hospitality industry in 2005. The Red Bud was the first cabin available for guests to reserve, and later in 2006, The Green Briar was added. The reservable properties grew in size as each of the homes was built. Each of the cabins differs in its design and layout. Additionally, the owners explain that each of the units has “their own personality.”
John and Kelly Liddell, who currently own the establishment, came up with the idea to start River of Love Cabins after they stayed at a different location in Oklahoma. Afterward, they had the idea to create their own property of cabins because they wanted other couples to have “the same experience they had on their trip.” The owners said that they “attribute their idea and their success to God.”
P.O.B 71
Thackerville, Oklahoma 73459
United States
Cabins
John & Kelly Liddell
