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Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups

Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups

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Gorgeous Lodge on 37-Acre Private Lake
Main Entrance at Lodge
Beautiful garden to sit and enjoy the sound of the waterfall
Rear of Lodge with view of Fire pit in foreground
View of gorgeous lodge down near dock

Overview of Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 32697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Check out the area

Newburg, MO
  • Popular LocationAllgood-Bailey Stadium16 min drive
  • Popular LocationMissouri University of Science and Technology16 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Fugitive Beach23 min drive
  • AirportSt. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 32)

Cedar Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Dogwood 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Dogwood Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Hickory Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Oak Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Red Bud Room

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Walnut Room

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups

This lodge is waiting for you and your family!
Come and join us for three levels of executive comfort on a private, 37-acre spring-fed lake. This is a wonderful location for a family vacation, reunion, retreats, and more.
Lake Amenities Include:
- Boat Dock: Jump off the dock and swim, float on a raft and enjoy the lake.
- Boat House: plenty of life jackets for everyone
- Lake: spring fed, crystal clear water, abundant fishing, canoes, and kayaks for your use. No gas motors on the lake, just peace and quiet!

After a relaxing day on the lake, perhaps you would like to challenge a family member to a game of disc golf on our 9-hole course?
Or get the clubs and balls out and do some Scottish style chipping?
Bring your bikes and ride around the lake or up in the woods, or hike in our 342 acres, photograph wildlife, pack a picnic and explore.

We also have a Fire Pit with room for everyone (we supply the firewood!)

All space is flexible to meet the needs of your family or group.

Lodge Main Floor Rooms:
- Red Bud bedroom: comfortable queen bed with built-ins, 2 sets of homemade bunk beds, and an adjoining, private full bathroom with shower.
- Walnut bedroom: comfortable king size bed or 2 twins (your choice) and beautiful built-in cabinetry with a shared bath (across the hall).
- Cedar bedroom: comfortable queen bed with a set of handmade bunk beds with a shared bath (down the hall).
- Dogwood Room includes a queen bed and a set of handmade bunk beds.
- Gathering Room: piano, couches, chairs, and a unique design with perfect places for conversation or to catch up on your reading.
- Great Room: open, spacious area that is multi-functional. Tables and chairs can be set up for dinner, crafts, movies, and games. Plenty of room for everyone in your party to stretch out.
- Sunroom: plenty of comfy chairs and room on the floor for kids to play with a beautiful lake views on three sides. This is the perfect place to reflect with your morning coffee!
- Main Kitchen: large island, a Jenn-Aire stove top, double oven, microwave, and large refrigerator, dishwasher, completely stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, glassware, etc. You only need to provide the groceries!

Just a few steps away from Main Kitchen:
- Sunroom Kitchen: stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Completely stocked with everything (except the groceries) you need to entertain up to 32 guests. Seating available for up to 32.
- Step outside: into the screened-in Covered Patio and a gas BBQ grill with addition seating for 12.

Lodge 2nd Floor:
- Oak bedroom: comfortable queen size bed, and raised queen sized futon, shower, double vanity, and toilet.
- Loft: outside of the Oak bedroom is a perfect spot for a family 'slumber party': room for cots, mattresses, and sleeping bags. A great place for movie time with the family and has a queen futon and a couch.

Lodge Lower Level:
- Hickory bedroom with a queen bed and handmade bunks
- Kitchenette with full size refrigerator, dining area
- Living room with full pull out sofa sleeper
- 3 season room with relaxing seating and lake views.

Do you need additional room? We have some additional lodging and meeting spaces on the property. Call for details.

Property manager

Julie Swallow
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional charges may apply. Call for details

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking in designated outdoor areas only.
No fireworks allowed on property, no loud disruptive parties
No gas powered motor ATV's or boats allowed on property.
We will not accept bookings from any prospective guest rated below 3.5 stars

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 40
Note from host: Additional charges may apply. Call for details
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rolla

Located in Rolla, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Cedar Street Playhouse and John B Mahaffey Museum Complex are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Fall Creek Rock Shop and The Fugitive Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Tiger Typhoon Aquatic Center and Dream House Dolls. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lions Club Park - 12 min drive
  • Allgood-Bailey Stadium - 16 min drive
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 16 min drive
  • The Fugitive Beach - 23 min drive
  • Fort Leonard Wood - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Leonard Wood, MO (TBN-St. Robert Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flavas Ma Bill - 7 min drive
  • Schmidt & Schmidt - 9 min drive
  • Sput's Place - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Lakeside Resort-like Home for Reunions, Retreats & Large Groups located?

This family-friendly Rolla holiday home is located on the riverfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mark Twain National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lions Club Park and Cedar Street Playhouse. Allgood-Bailey Stadium and Missouri University of Science and Technology are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
We had so much fun!!! The house is so big and really nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2023
This place was spacious and in a beautiful setting! We had room to spread out, and room to gather for our Christmas party.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas girls trip
Very beautiful place,lots of space. We had a wonderful time here. You could get lost in the house very big. Communication with the owner was quick and everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kindra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family reunion
The lodge and grounds far surpassed what we were expecting. Lots of space to spread out. Lots of areas to gather and talk or play games. Lots of fun on the lake. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Reunion Spot
We gathered 8 families on the property for Labor Day weekend and it was perfect! Everyone had their own room/space and the house is big enough that we didn’t feel cramped at all. Outdoor there were so many things to do - we rode on the pontoon, swam, fished, sat around the fire, played cornhole and so much more! They had everything stocked and ready for us to enjoy the weekend and time together. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Swallow

Host profile image
David and Marie Hazell lived in Russia for eight years working on Bible translation. In 1992, shortly after communist walls began to fall, they moved their family to the depths of Siberia where they assisted with printing the first Scripture portion in the Evenki language. David and Marie also served in Moscow, coordinating translation projects in 70 minority languages of the former Soviet Union. The family's move back to the United States in 2000 marked a new era in their support of international missions work as they now devote their time to starting businesses that promote the principles of the Kingdom of God including giving a majority of company profits to Bible translation and other worthy non-profit endeavors. Please consider helping them with this endeavor at God's Word for the Nations (gwftn.org).

Why they chose this property

Kabekona Hills Retreat Center was established to provide a peaceful place for retreats, and family reunions. The owner's grandfather had a dream of owning property that could provide weary Christian soldiers (pastors, missionaries, and Christian laymen) solitude on lakeside property where they could rest in the hand of the Eternal Creator. Purchasing property in Northern Minnesota on Lake Kabekona, grandfather Bratrud shared his find with many Lutheran preachers and his land became respectfully known by many as preacher's point. Now two generations later with seed money from the sale of the family cabin on Lake Kabekona, we desire to carry on grandfather's dream to establish a peaceful resting place and a place of celebration for those who serve God's Kingdom. Kabekona Hills Retreat Center is a place 'where one road ends and the adventure begins.' Come and rest in the hand of the Creator.

What makes this property unique

The drive in is breathtaking! The property offers privacy and seclusion. Quiet, beautiful views, nature all around!

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