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Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove

Family-friendly stay near Lake of the Ozarks

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms2700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gravois Mills, MO
  • Place, Jacob's Cave
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Ozarks Amphitheater
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Bagnell Dam
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gravois Mills

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake of the Ozarks and 16 miles (25 km) of Jacob's Cave. Proctor Towersite State Wildlife Area is within 20 miles (32 km) and Lake Breeze Terrace is within 32 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake of the Ozarks - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Jacob's Cave - 18 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Ozarks Amphitheater - 34 min drive - 30.4 miles
  • Bagnell Dam - 37 min drive - 29.8 miles
  • Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam Viewpoint - 39 min drive - 30.7 miles

Getting around

  • Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coconuts At The Lake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger's Grub & Grog - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Tap & Grill Lake Side Brew Haus - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blue Cat Lounge at Alhonna Resort - ‬49 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove

www.fryelakehouse.com

We’d love to share our beautiful modern lakefront home with you and your family. Designed for gathering and relaxing, the home features large open spaces, soaring ceilings, and oversized windows that fill the house with natural light. There are four full bedrooms plus a fifth bunk room for kids. A recently renovated garage adds a fully climate-controlled hangout and sleeping space, allowing the home to comfortably sleep up to 15 guests.

The house offers two spacious living areas—one with a cozy fireplace and the other with a large sectional, 60-inch TV, game table, and seating perfect for movies or lounging. The remodeled kitchen opens directly onto a fully furnished screened-in patio overlooking the lake, a favorite spot for morning coffee and conversation as the sun comes up over the water.

The main-floor master suite includes a king bed, private TV, and access to the upper deck. On the lower level are two large queen bedrooms, one with a private en-suite bath and the other with easy access to a full hallway bath. Both feature sliding glass doors with direct lake views—many guests fall asleep watching moonlight ripple across the water. A smaller lower-level bedroom includes a twin bunk bed for kids, and an additional cozy loft bedroom upstairs offers another queen bed.

The converted garage is a standout feature, serving as a game and sleeping room with carpet, heating, and air conditioning. It includes a king loft bed with a full bed underneath, an additional sofa, and space to sleep up to five. Entertainment includes classic arcade games (NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, Pac-Man), ping pong, foosball, a 65-inch TV for your gaming system, and a vintage pop machine—perfect for kids, teens, and young-at-heart adults, especially on rainy or cold days.

Outside, enjoy double decks with dining space and a Blackstone grill, regular grill, plus a lakeside fire pit with Adirondack chairs—ideal for s’mores, sunsets, and unwinding with your favorite drink. The spacious yard is great for games, and we provide several yard games stored in the garage.

Just steps from the house, the private dock features lounging areas with fans, a covered table for dining or games, a bar area, Bluetooth speakers, and a diving platform. Guests are welcome to enjoy the provided water toys, including floatables, a surfboard, skis, a wakeboard, two paddleboards, two kayaks, and a Lilly pad. Boats are welcome but must be tied to the dock, as the slip is owner-occupied. Boat rentals are nearby and can deliver directly to the dock, and a public boat ramp is just minutes away with ample driveway parking for cars and trailers.

The quiet cove is tucked away from the main channel, offering calm water for swimming, floating, and fishing, while still providing easy boat access to nearby gas docks and waterfront restaurants. Groceries, restaurants, gas, tackle shops, and convenience stores are about 10–15 minutes away by car. Golf courses, caverns, antique shops, hiking and biking trails, and the Osage Beach Outlet Mall are all within a short drive.

Please note this is a family-friendly home in a peaceful cove with mostly year-round residents. This is not a party location, and we ask guests to respect the quiet, relaxed atmosphere. Parking is limited to six vehicles unless prior approval is given.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Minimum age of primary renter:28 Max guests:14without special permission.
Cancellation policy: Travelers who cancel at least 30 days before check-in will get back 100% of what they paid, 50% up to 14 days and no refund after
Not a party house. Guest must be considerate of full-time residents on both sides. Non-guest visitors must be approved in advance. No RVs.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Home in Quiet Cove. Great for a Family Vacation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove to downtown Gravois Mills?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Gravois Mills.

Modern Lakefront Retreat Steps from the Water in a Quiet Cove Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julianne l.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful home. It was so nice to wake up and have so many choices of where to have your morning coffee. The screened in porch or the two decks. What comfortable furniture. It was very cozy to sit and relax and talk to my friends. The house is beautifully furnished and had every amenity that we needed to feel like home. I definitely would recommend this home for a family or friends weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for a girls trip. We had an amazing stay! The house is absolutely gorgeous and so roomy. Also, the house was well stocked with everything we needed. The dock was a huge hit and love that we were able to use the lily pad! Todd was great. He was super responsive and very nice to talk to. I highly recommend this home. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house provided the perfect backdrop for our family of 11. The house was exactly as described with everything you could need or want. The garage conversion with ping pong table, arcade games and tv were a hit with the kids, and the dock area is fantastic. The communication with Todd was terrific and we were provided all the information we needed. He also had some tips for our trip down that were really appreciated. The pizza from Calgaro’s in Cole Camp was fantastic.This vacation was a huge hit with all of my family, so much so we have already booked for next year. Thanks again Todd and Melissa!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house and the dock had so many fun activities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed our week. Such a beautiful location and fun for the entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S., Maryville

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get-a-way

This lake house was the perfect place for our family get-a-way. The owners do such a great job of making you feel at home. They were responsive to all of my questions and made the reservation process easy. Their home is very comfortable with all the amenities you need to have a great vacation. We appreciate the use of their dock and swimming in their quiet cove.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We traveled from out of state to enjoy a wonderful week at the Frye's Modern Lake Home. We had 10 people stay there with plenty of room! We rented a boat and tied it to the amazing dock! The location of the house is great! It is near the end of the a really nice cove. The house is easy to get to, nice views, wonderful area and easy access to the water.The best part though is the dock! The cove is deep enough to jump off the high platform and ride kayaks and drive a boat. We lived on and off the dock!The Frye's were so nice and so helpful!I highly recommend this house and hope we come back to the area. If we do, we will stay here for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Quiet neighborhood, clean , spacious, very well stocked with what you need for cooking and play time. I use vrbo regularly and this was one of the best.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Kansas City, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Back again!

Another great experience with Todd and their lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W., St. Charles, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

A space for everyone

All our introverts loved the early morning solitude of the dock, screened porch, lower patio swing, and upper deck. Each had their own space for quiet study and reflection. Later in the evening, our party of nine had a blast playing board games around the oversized kitchen table. And with three refrigerators total, we could easily store all the perishables we had for the week.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

When can we come back?

This house has it all. Plenty of comfy beds. A stocked kitchen and great outdoor grill. An amazing dock on a quiet cove. Great communication with host. Short drive to nearest restaurant. Convenience store near as well. Garage takes a bit to cool down so turn on a/c promptly. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thomas family

It was a very beautiful house, clean, very well equipped. The dock, water toys and game room garage were just fantastic. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake House

House was exactly what we wanted to enjoy a few days at the lake with family- weather didn’t cooperate every day but we still had a wonderful time- everything clean and just as advertised- having all the lake toys made it so much fun!! Grills were fantastic for making good summer favorites-enough space for everyone-We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vaca

The house was exactly what we needed with room to spread out. The dock was great and the kids swam like crazy. Communication with Todd was quick and responsive. We would definitely stay here again for our family lake trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Lake House Experience

Our family had an amazing time at this beautiful lake house. It comfortably accommodated our family of five and our six additional extended relatives. As frequent visitors to the Lake of the Ozarks, we can confidently say that this is our favorite place to stay. The location on the quieter part of the lake was perfect for our younger family members who were learning to water ski. Having a boat ramp just minutes away made it convenient to put our jet ski in the water (the private ramp was even visible from the home). The dock was spacious and ideal for lounging, watching the kids play in the water, and fishing. Our children absolutely loved the water toys, including kayaks, a lily pad, diving platform, and paddle boards. Indoors, we enjoyed playing board games, retro video games, foosball, and ping pong. The screened sunroom and large deck provided a great spot to enjoy the lake view, rain or shine. The fire pit was a cozy addition after long days on the water. The kitchen was impressively large, and we especially enjoyed cooking on the Blackstone Griddle. Although we didn’t use it during this visit, the full-size grill will be on our list for future stays. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable for all the guests. Lastly, the outstanding communication—from our initial inquiry to the check-out process—made our experience even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Family Vacation

This house and the owners are absolutely amazing!!! The house is more stunning in person! The entire process from booking, paying, and communication with the owners was seamless. We had a total of 10 people 4 adults and 6 young adults and teens. The young adults loved the house, the dock, and the screened porch. The 2 teen boys had the best time sleeping in the converted garage, fishing in the kayaks, and jumping off the dock. Everything you need is at this home...from the kitchen, to the views in the living room, to the spacious bathrooms, the games in the garage...I could go on and on. Todd and Melissa were absolutely the best!!! Communication was never an issue, they are so generous and easy to ask questions, and so helpful. We plan on coming back to this house next year...we had the best time at this house and on the lake. When we get our lake hpuse, I hope its exactly like this one!!! Thank you Todd & Melissa!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Kansas City, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection every time

This is the third time we have stayed, and we will keep coming back. You don't need to wait till the summer to enjoy this home. It has everything and is beyond comfortable, no matter what you are doing. Todd is great to work with, very responsive if needed, and ensures you have everything you need for a good stay. If you find this home available, book it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kami M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family birthday weekend

This home was beautiful, and our entire family enjoyed the beautiful setting and the many amenities! We loved the quiet vibe on the lake, the stone fireplace, and the secluded dock. We were too late in the season to enjoy swimming and boating, but we hope to come back in the summer! Everyone loved the game room, big and small kids alike! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house! Great location!

We had an amazing time! Tons of wake surfing and wakeboarding with the amazingly flat water. Enjoyed all the toys that were available for us to use. Thanks again. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family with lots of kids

Can’t say enough about our stay. Todd was SUPER responsive. The game room was a dream for the kids. The screened in porch allowed us to read and hear the cicadas. Kids swam and swam and swam off the dock. Caught lots of crappie and sunfish. The house really had everything you need and we barely left during our stay. Most relaxing trip ever. I would say this was one of the best VRBOs we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Northern Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun and relaxing

We had a great time hanging out on the dock swimming, paddle boarding and playing on the lily pad. House was very clean and had many nice amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We loved being right on the water and the kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks. All the water toys were perfect. The garage was a great place for all the kids to hang out. Great family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S., Maryville

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends Getaway

We stayed at Todd’s home for our annual friends getaway and it was the perfect place for relaxing, swimming and making memories. The home is equipped with everything you need. The kitchen is well stocked, lots of games to play and water toys at the dock. We will definitely return for a future stay. J&B
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Our 3rd time at this place and never disappoints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023