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Voted #1 by USA Today!

Family-friendly stay near Lake of the Ozarks

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8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 215500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lake Ozark, MO
  • Place, The Cove Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The Ridge Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bagnell Dam
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Ozark

On lake.At this Lake Ozark vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake of the Ozarks and 6 miles (10 km) of The Cove Golf Course. The Ridge Golf Course is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lemans Go-Karts Raceway is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Cove Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • The Ridge Golf Course - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Paradise Parasail Inc. - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Bagnell Dam - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Docknockers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tap & Grill Lake Side Brew Haus - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge of Four Seasons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Office - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Cat Lounge at Alhonna Resort - ‬12 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.

Voted #1 by USA Today!

Award-Winning Lakefront Vacation Home with Unmatched Views and Activities

Voted the #1 vacation home in Missouri by USA Today, this 8-bedroom, 9-bathroom retreat sits right on Lake of the Ozarks’ 7MM. Enjoy direct lake access with two private boat slips, a swim dock, and two expansive patios with fireplaces perfect for cool evenings. The home is ideal for large groups, offering a wet bar with multiple TVs for game day, two kitchens, and a rustic coffee bar.

Located in a quiet no-wake zone cove, this home is perfect for families looking to enjoy water sports like jet skiing, kayaking, and boating, all from your private dock. Swim and relax by the lake, or visit nearby attractions like Camden on the Lake, known for its vibrant nightlife and dining options just a short walk away.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Ha Ha Tonka State Park, a beautiful area with hiking trails, caves, and castle ruins, or tee off at The Cove Golf Course and The Ridge Golf Course, both within minutes from the property. Families will love Miner Mike’s Adventure Town, offering fun for kids of all ages, and Sugar Creek Mini Golf.

For a more relaxing day, head to one of the many local wineries or take a scenic drive through the rolling hills surrounding the lake. The property is just 10 minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment options, making it easy to enjoy all Lake Ozark has to offer. Whether you’re seeking an action-packed getaway or a peaceful lakeside retreat, this home delivers an unforgettable vacation experience.

There is a boat dock that has a 12 x 32 and 12 x 28 boat slips, 12x12 slip for two PWC's; private launch ramp. Swim dock with loungers for all ages.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 5,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Dogs must be pre-approved and follow all pet rules

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $249 per pet and they must be approved

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event Fee Added $500.00

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Event Fee Added $500.00
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50. Note from host: Event Fee Added $500.00 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Voted #1 by USA Today! to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.8 mi (59-min drive) away from the Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Voted #1 by USA Today!?

As of Jan 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Voted #1 by USA Today! on Jan 6, 2026 start from $540.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Voted #1 by USA Today! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Voted #1 by USA Today! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Voted #1 by USA Today!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Voted #1 by USA Today!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Voted #1 by USA Today!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Voted #1 by USA Today! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Voted #1 by USA Today! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Voted #1 by USA Today! to downtown Lake Ozark?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi away from Lake Ozark.

Voted #1 by USA Today! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 190 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for sharing memories of from couples who have lost their child to cancer. Individual rooms/bathrooms are a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rennie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a spectacular house; every attendee of our reunion thought it was great! Nine bathrooms! - this was a huge factor in our decision to rent this property. Also, the property management was very responsive before and during our stay and clearly wanted to ensure that we were happy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful property…perfect for a family reunion! We loved the two levels! The football fans really enjoyed the lower bar area with the surround televisions for viewing their favorite teams! The two large upper and lower decks provided a great view of the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jandri L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the location on the lake. It was quiet and spacious. We loved the house especially the down stairs and upper deck
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, had everything we needed for our stay and the indoor and outdoor spaces are well thought out. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house for a big group! Two full kitchens, plenty of refrigerator space for bringing lots of food that’s already prepped. Plenty of extra supplies there and every kitchen utensil and appliance you can imagine. Have the boat ramp, slip and swim dock all there was awesome too! Communication with owner manager very quick and easy. Very easy to work with. Would absolutely come back to this property again!!!!!!
Daly group photo
Sitting area
Front of home
Downstairs fire place
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed three nights with a group of 14 people ranging in age from 3 months to 90 years-old and everyone had an amazing time! The house has everything you could need and space for everyone to gather but also maintain privacy when needed. We loved the location on the quiet cove. It was perfect for the kids to swim and play in the water. Truly a weekend to remember!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was fabulous and exceeded my expectations. House was beautiful, well taken care of and very clean. Guests loved all the private bathrooms and king beds. 2 full kitchens was amazing. Cove very quiet and great for kids swimming and paddle boarding. Would definitely recommend and return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home for Family Vacation

This home is so beautiful and even outdid the pictures. My wife has 3 boys and I have 3 boys and this home was perfect to accommodate all of them and the girlfriends. Check in was very easy and the house was accommodating and very well supplied. The house is located at the end of the cove and the fishing was incredible. My wife enjoyed getting up early and watching the turtles in the cove and feeding the ducks while I fished. The whole house music system was great and the bar with the three televisions was the common place that everyone enjoyed including my 75 year old mother. Overall, we have been coming to the Ozarks for 9 years and this is by far the best accommodations we have ever had. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., Evansville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
The home is beautiful and the lake access with two docks in a quiet cove was perfect. We had 6 children under the age of 12 with us, and they loved swimming and fishing off the docks. There was plenty of room for all 16 of us to gather together or to find our own quiet spot. Beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at this lake house! It is beautifully decorated and very modern! So many amenities!! Beautiful covered decks and two large kitchens that accommodated our large family. We especially loved the location! Very quiet cove and only 15 minutes to the grocery store as well as many other activities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

Overall the property was clean, stocked well, comfortable beds and quiet area!!! Chairs for older adults could be improved but overall good!! Plenty of dishwashers, refrigerators and bathrooms!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family /Friend fun!!!!

We had an amazing time in this stunning home. There were 16 of us, and there was plenty of room for everyone. The cove is quiet. The boat ramp and docks are perfect and plenty of parking. I would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting the Ozarks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic for large family vacation

We had a fantastic stay! The layout was perfect for our family with bedrooms having attached bath. The house is well-designed with two kitchens and 3 refrigerators, making it easy to prepare meals and store everything we needed for a large group. We used the upper living room area for our kids to sleep. All beds, including the pull out couch were super comfortable!The downstairs area was definitely a highlight, with a great bar setup and plenty of seating for the whole family to gather and hang out. Even on rainy days, the covered decks gave us a great space to relax and play games like bean bags.The location was ideal—close to grocery stores and restaurants, but still peaceful and private. The dock area was huge, easily accommodating two boats, and was a great spot for relaxing by the water.The house was spotless and very well stocked with everything we needed. Communication with the host was excellent—they were very responsive and helpful with any questions or issues.We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

The house was better than the pictures described! There was a ton of indoor and outdoor space for our group of 12. The multiple kitchens and grill came in handy. The lower level “sports bar” area was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time again

Second year in a row and we find everything beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Place

Great views, wonderful accommodations. Bar was the highlight of the amenities. Had everything we needed and asked for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas

18 family members stayed for 3 nights. Plenty of spaces for all. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenya M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples trip

This place is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away from Home

Connie is amazing! We needed to reschedule our dates and she got back to me in a timely manner, as well as changed our dates with no issues. This is our 2nd time staying at this house for our staff retreat and it was truly amazing. The house is absolutely beautiful and cozy. Plus great outdoor views! You definitely won't be disappointed with staying here. The only thing that I would add is to maybe put some lighting at the end of the driveway since it's a little hard to see at nighttime and a nice sign with the house # on it. Other than that this is a GEM of a house and great for meetings or just a time of leisure. The outdoor patios with fireplaces were the icing on the cake for me. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie C., Victor, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip...Beautiful Home!

There were 7 of us, friends for over 30 years. We had the best time! The house is beautiful! We had more than enough room for all of us to gather or have a little alone time. The kitchens are very well stocked with everything you need to cook a fabulous meal. We spent most of our time on the outside deck, there are plenty of seating areas and tables. Chris was very responsive to a couple questions I had. I would highly recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond Expectations

It can be challenging finding a location for a large family reunion! This beautiful lake property had it all and more!! Its own boat launch, a dock, two boat slips, kayaks, paddle boards…for fun in the water! We were there on a big football weekend, and the crowd enjoyed their favorite teams on big screen tvs on both the upper and lower levels. Be sure to check it out!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024