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Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River

Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation, family reunion or retreat in this new (2016), fully-furnished, 7 bedroom/4 bath home built on private property bordering the Meramec River with a large, private, easy to access, beautiful gravel bar. The 3500SF home sleeps 22 and provides an upper-level and a lower level each with its own kitchen, laundry room, dining and living areas, and outdoor sitting space.

No extra fees for "additional guests", firewood use, gravel bar access, etc.

Guests conveniently enter onto the property through an automated gate with digital keypad without having to exit the car. The motorized gate automatically closes behind the vehicle for additional security. The gate opens automatically when exiting the property.

Nestled beautifully in the woods, a private 1/2-mile gravel driveway takes you past the spacious house and down to a large, beautiful and private gravel bar on the Meramec River. The house sits roughly 1/4-mile from the gate entrance and a 1/4-mile to the private spacious gravel bar on the Meramec River.

Guests can enjoy an afternoon of fishing or relaxing on the gravel bar and later sit by a bonfire or watch the sunset from more than 500 sq. ft. of covered deck. Free firewood provided to guests (for bonfire area only). A local floating venue can be arranged to come and pickup your group for a 7-mile float trip where you finish right at our gravel bar. They will then come get the canoes, kayaks or rafts and you just walk up to the house.

The upper level has a Master Suite with a king-sized bed, Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and double vanity. Two additional bedrooms on the upper level are furnished with queen-sized beds and share a full bathroom. The lower-level has one bedroom with a king-sized bed, while the three remaining bedrooms are furnished with queen-sized beds. There are two full bathrooms on the lower level. The upper level living room has two queen-sized sofa sleepers while the lover level living room has one queen-sized sofa sleeper and a full-on-full bunk bed. All bedroom mattresses are new, Dr. Greene Sleep System Hadley Acres Super Pillow Top. The house is also furnished with linens & bath towels.

The upper level dining area has a 10' wooden table while the lower level dining area has an 8' wooden table. Both kitchens are fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, deep sinks, gas cooktop stoves, dishwashers and refrigerators (with water and ice dispensers). Both kitchens are also fully equipped with pots/pans, dishes, glassware, cooking utensils, knife sets, cutting boards, outdoor grilling tools, casserole dishes, serving bowls, crockpots, blenders, mixers, coffee pots, dishtowels/washcloths, fire extinguishers, and first-aid kits. Both the upper-level kitchen and lower level kitchen have walk-in pantries to store your food and drink.

The large upper-level living room has a stone fireplace with gas log insert and is furnished with a 55" UHD TV, while the lower-level has a 43" HD TV. Both TVs have a premium ROKU stick and remote where guests can log into their favorite streaming services. High speed wireless Internet is provided and telephones are located on each level (for incoming calls & local outgoing calls). HE front-loaded washers and dryers are on both levels with detergent provided. The upper level laundry room also has a sink and folding counter.

Other home features include a semi-private outdoor hot shower, separate thermostats for each level, an insulated floor for sound, two Weber charcoal grills (on the back patio) and over 500 SF of covered deck off the upper level with 4 rockers, a 10' wooden table, and 3 ceiling fans. The large patio at the lower level has a 5' porch swing, an 8' picnic table, and 3 ceiling fans. Adjacent to the back porch, and overlooking the back deck, is a large gravel area with many chairs that circle around a large fire-pit lined with boulders. Firewood to be used exclusively for the fire-pit is provided complimentary to our guests. Two full corn-hole games are provided on the back patio, along with a "Quarters-Toss" game for outdoor use. There is large working dinner farm bell off the back of the house that guests love. There is ample parking located both in front and at the side-rear of the house. All seven bedrooms have an egress window, separate closet, fan, nightstand and suitcase stand.

Spend the day away and enjoy nearby attractions such as local wineries, antique stores, Meramec Music Theatre, Wildwood Springs Concert Series, Onondaga Cave, Meramec Springs or plan a float trip with one of Steelville's local floating outfitters. There are several beautiful wineries close by.

Holiday weekends have a 3 night minimum stay. No camping, tents or campers are allowed on property. 22 people is the maximum number of guests allowed. Flat Rates, meaning NO "additional guest" fees like many other properties listed on VRBO.

A 2-minute video of the home is provided in the photos.

Property manager

Cathy Buncher

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • 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.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak

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: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

New Luxury Home Woods House
New Luxury Home Woods

About the area

Map
Steelville, MO

What's nearby

  • Meramec River - 3 min walk
  • Onondaga Cave State Park - 26 min drive
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard - 26 min drive
  • Onondaga Cave - 29 min drive
  • Meramec Caverns - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ike's Place - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Steelville Lanes - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Country Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Huzzah Valley Quarter Horses - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Huzzah Bob's Dining Lodge - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Meramec River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mark Twain National Forest and Collins Spring. Onondaga Cave State Park and Huzzah Conservation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Luxury Home in Woods w/ Easy Access to Large Private Gravel Bar on Meramec River Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family weekend
My siblings and parents plus youngest kids have stay at the River House for the past 6 years. It’s a great property and easy access to the river, a great fire pit with plenty of space for all of the family. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING FIND
What a beautiful home! We will definitely be back when we really get to utilize it completely!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great trip!
We visit yearly and we are never disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lodder family vacation
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Clean, well stocked, and a great location. Love the new gate system!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie W., Belleville, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
River Place is the Perfect Place
This is our second visit to The River Place. The home is beautiful and has everything we need. Gathering places both inside and out are clean and spacious. Cathy is a great host and we look forward to booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house
I’ve been looking at this property for a couple of years and usually wait too late to get a summer weekend! This year I booked early but still the weekends were pretty full! We had a 3 day family reunion with about 20 people. The set up of this house made it seem never too crowded. Having 2 fully stocked kitchens and 3 coffee pots was awesome! The way the bedrooms are situated there are 2 bedrooms with a bathroom in between. The large dining table on the deck and kitchen was great! We had Garrison’s pick us up for a float trip and we floated back to our private gravel bar! Loved everything about this property and hope to return soon! Also great communication with the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual OLP Friends Float Trip
We go floating 2-3 times a year, mostly at the Niangua and Buffalo. However, this location, house, and river just became my favorite place to float. The private river access was amazing! The outfitter literally picked us up from the house and we floated right back to our house. The house itself is beautiful! It’s large enough for a big group and has several bathrooms available. It feels like a home that is being shared versus a rental, if that makes sense.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Time
Great house, so clean! I loved everything about this house. The appliances were first rate. The beds were so comfortable, each one of my kids and daughter in laws raved about the mattress
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, Beautiful Home
Great place to stay with large group, communication with owners was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing River Place!
We celebrated our 4oth wedding anniversary with a magical stay at The River Place with our four sons, their wives and our eight grandchildren. This amazing place could not have been more perfect for our group. Plenty of room for everyone to sleep, eat, and play. We loved hanging out at the river during the day and by the fire pit at night. It was the most relaxing family gathering we have ever had! I cannot say enough good things about The River Place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The River House
Our family loved our stay! The house has a great set up for a large group. Secluded & quiet with easy access to the river. Convenient to drive a vehicle to the river or a short walk! No complaints from our group of 21, we all enjoyed fishing, kayaking and swimming!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The River Place
Everything about this property is wonderful. The house more than met our expectations. So much room - so very inviting & very accommodating. Cathy, the owner, was very gracious & kind. We had a lovely bon fire one night, such a huge treat on a chilly night. We had plenty of table space to eat together & play board games on. The whole week was magical & we all will treasure memories that were made at the River Place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean R., WILDWOOD

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Place for Connection and Healing
I hosted a women's healing retreat at The River Place, and it. was. PERFECT. The property is beautiful, private, and so peaceful. Having the river just a short walk from the house was great, as was the giant fire pit--lots of spaces and places for people to explore, connect, and find peace. The house itself has an amazing layout with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms so that no one felt crowded or cramped, while there were two large group gathering spaces for all of us to comfortably come together. Everything was spotless, easy to use, and very comfortable. Cathy, the property owner was so kind, accomodating, and responsive. Several of my guests have requested to return to this property for another retreat, and I am very excited to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Floag Weekend
7-bedrooms plus a set of bunk beds were perfect for out three generation family. We prepared meals both inside and on the bbq grill - adequate room for multiple chefs. Accommodations, Meramec River, weather and personal gravel bar were welcomed by our family. The large fire ring provided togetherness, great conversations and awesome peacefulness. Would highly recommend acquiring this property for a family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home for a group
Our group had a wonderful time at the River Place! There was plenty of room both inside and out for eating and hanging out. The outdoor space was great for all the kids to run around. This was the cleanest rental I've ever stayed in. Absolutely no complaints :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
We have stayed at this property for 5 years now! Love it! Will be going again. As we pulled out of the drive my 7 year old nephew asks “how many days until we go back to the river house?”
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The River Place has it all!
The best combined family vacation we’ve ever had! The amenities were perfect and your home is so well designed for large groups. The easy commute made it easy for all to attend. The River Place offers any age the ability to enjoy nature in so many ways. We had a hard time leaving the gravel bar and river each day. Wonderful memories made and we can not wait to return in 2024! Thank you for sharing your home with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Starting a new tradition
We knew within 3 minutes of walking in the door that we were going to make this an annual trip. House was incredible and property is even better than the pictures show. We had plenty of room for our group of 11 adults. We made great use of the awesome fire pit and you really can't put a price on the peace that came from the rockers on the back porch. The gravel bar was perfect and private. It's an easy enough walk but plan to drive down for coolers/chairs/canopies. Thanks for sharing your place with us, can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Weekend Away
It speaks volumes that this was our fifth visit! Such a great location for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We really enjoyed our stay. We were there for a work retreat. We are a church staff and it was a great place to get away. The accommodations are really great and there was plenty of room for everyone. We especially liked how well stocked the kitchens were as far as pots, pans, utensils, etc. We did some serious cooking and the kitchen was ready for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
River property
It was a great place for a family getaway. We had family in from out of town and we we’re looking for a place large enough to host our getaway. This was as amazing property. Everyone from the owner to the property manager were wonderful. A big thank you to them both.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the listing
Often a listing sounds better than the actual property. In this case we found the property exceed our expectations. It was a wonderful experience, we highly recommend this this listing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
This property is very clean, well stocked, and owner and manager were very responsive and helpful. Our group stayed for our yearly float trip and this is the nicest place we have ever stayed. The weather was not cooperative but luckily we had lots of space to relax and enjoyed playing games on the deck and at the large table in the kitchen. Already booked for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Float Trip
We booked Cathy and Mark's cabin for a weekend float trip with a group of friends. The house is just as described. Great location next to the river with lots of amenities and games to use. The local rafting company will pick you up at the house and you can float down right to the property for no extra cost. There were 10 adults and there was plenty of space to have more. The kitchen if fully stoked with all the necessary utensils and cookware. The communication with Cathy was great! We had an internet issue the first night and she worked directly with the provider to have it fixed by the next morning. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023