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Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cuba, MO
  • Meramec River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Maramec Spring Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Rolla, MO (RLA-Rolla National)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River

Peaceful and secluded to allow peace and relaxation in the woods or on the river. Furnished cabin with full kitchen, wood stove, outdoor deck and fire/BBQ pit and sleeps up to 8. Surrounding woods quiet for hiking and other outdoor activities. River walking distance from cabin with clean, large gravel bar. Upper Meramec River- Red Ribbon Area known for cleanliness and trout fishing. Kayak, canoe and rafting available near by. 10 minutes by vehicle to Steelville or Cuba for live music entertainment, wineries, antiques and dining.

Cabin rates are based on the number of people and pets.

All linens are provided and kitchen is fully equipped.

A wonderful place to come with family or friends to create forever memories.

Property manager

Emily Leonard

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children 10 years and younger not considered adult
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is for up to 2 dogs
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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: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Cuba

Cuba is home to this holiday home. Peaceful Bend Vineyard and Maramec Spring Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Woodson K. Woods Memorial Conservation Area and Dry Fork Conservation Area.
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Cuba, MO

What's nearby

  • Meramec River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Fanning Route 66 Outpost - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Maramec Spring Park - 18 min drive - 11.5 km
  • The Fugitive Beach - 48 min drive - 48.2 km

Getting around

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rich's Famous Burgers - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Isle & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Spare Rib - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River located?

Situated in Cuba, this holiday home is steps from Meramec River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Woodson K. Woods Memorial Conservation Area and Rosati Winery Museum. Peaceful Bend Vineyard and Maramec Spring Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

"GOING AGAIN"

Just what my doctor ordered,wished we could stay longer, definatelly going next fall, so clean ,im a tree lover,rock collector I'm a 40 year business farmer row crop,livestock,loved the different scenery. Loved fireplace!🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Wonderful stay! This was our 2nd visot to this cabin and we loved every bit of it! Relaxing on the deck! The river! Just everything was terrific! The host was a gem and very responsive to all emails! 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenny k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whippoorwill Cabin

We wanted a weekday flat on the Meramec river so we stayed at the Wippoorwill cabin. This is my second stay. The location is close to everything you need yet remote. We didn't see anybody. Everything about the cabin is excellent. We hope to get back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Weekend Getaway!

We rented this cabin for my bachelorette and it was absolutely amazing! It was so relaxing and just a fantastic getaway. The beds were comfy and it was a great sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it

The private river access was great. We drove our jeep down to the private river access every day: walked the river, fished, or just relaxed. The cabin is nice and private, you can’t see any neighbors. We really liked this location and would visit again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin don't miss out on this one

Went for a girls trip, this cabin has all your needs. Very private. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Very nice set up outside to hang out. There's a porch swing you can lay on, plenty of chairs, picnic table, firewood included, and all of outside is very well lit. Host is very responsive if messaged. All the utensils, plates, cups etc you may need are provided. Condiments in frig from previous renters (assuming), spices in cabinets to utilize. Can't say enough good things. I will say there are no washcloths so if you use them for showering then bring your own.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

We loved our stay at Whippoorwill Cabin! Very quiet area with pretty views to enjoy from the back deck. The cabin was clean and well kept. Our host, Emily, was responsive and very helpful. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a nice getaway. We hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected!!

A very awesome property and private. The cabin is set up nice with plenty of room, the back deck view is beautiful. Private road to the gravel bar is something I wish we utilized more. Its only about 20 min from Steelville and 30 min from major floating outfitters, and some that are smaller and closer but offer less river floats. The owner was very prompt with communication and made everything very welcoming and easy. We will be going back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Cabin is super cute! Back deck was our favorite place. Nice and private. Beautiful view, giant fire pit. As others mentioned, need 4wd to go down to river but how nice it was to have a private gravel bar area to relax at! Very pet friendly - our pups loved it! Emily was super responsive to my pre-arrival questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cuba

Nice place. Problem with flies in the kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenny k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whippoorwill Cabin

I hope I can return to the Whippoorwill Cabin soon. The cabin is extremely nice. The kitchen is well equipped with a full size fridge, nice stove and microwave, everything you need. The AC worked great and internet was flawless. A big porch in front and out back are really nice especially the view off the back. There is also a very nice lower level that I didn't need as it was just myself and a dog. There is a road out back that goes to the river about 3/10th mile. You probably need a 4wheeler to drive this and the walk is less than 10 minutes. I came in from St. Louis so the location is a little over an hour or about 15 minutes from Cuba MO. Steelville and St. James aren't much further. We drove over to Maramec Springs Trout park a couple times to just walk around and it is about 15 minutes away and highly recommended. I feel this stretch of the upper Meremec is the best as for as access, river quality, fishing and recreation. That's the Trout park to Scott's Ford access about 9 miles. If the dog and I hadn't gone to the trout park a couple times I wouldn't have see another person for 3 days, so very private yet close if you need anything. Also, Emily, the host is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Peaceful, perfect accommodations. Friendly host and
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

sharon s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary get away

We enjoyed our stay at the Whippoorwill Cabin on the Upper Meramec River. Our stay was very quiet and peaceful. The rock gravel bar access was really nice to hang out on and enjoy the day. The inside had everything we needed to have an enjoyable stay. We hike quite a bit so the walk up and down the rock gravel road to the river access was acceptable. I can see where it could be a challenge for some. The back deck is very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful + Cozy Bday Weekday

My mom, cousin, aunt, friend, dog, and I piled in for a delightful weekend of yummy food, sitting by the river, and sitting on the porch. The directions were super helpful and the cabin was very well equipped. My dog was so so happy to be a country pooch for a weekend, roaming all over and chasing sticks and fish in the river. Be advised that the walk down to the river is no joke (more accurately, the walk back UP is no joke), but our small 4WD SUVs did just fine on the mostly dry gravel. Bring serious tick prevention, it is the woods after all. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views and river access

Great for our quick weekend getaway. We love sitting by a river and this was just perfect! Host was awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, perfect weekend away

Booked this cabin for a getaway weekend with my boyfriend. This cabin was perfect. Fireplace in the living room to sit in front of, a great view from the deck to sit and drink coffee overlooking the river. Close to good hiking. Would definitely come back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

A short getaway weekend and loved every minute of it. Beautiful house, amazing location and view of the river, wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M., Saint Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Emily was a wonderful hostess as she made sure we had everything we needed before and after we arrived. Her property is in an ideal location with short drives to Meramec Springs, Cuba, Steelville, etc. And the views from the back of her place during the sunset are breathtaking. We would certainly like to come back to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Emily was great and helpful with anything we needed/contacted her about. The private gravel bar was our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect private getaway

Emily’s place was very clean and updated. It was easy to locate. The views and fire pit were amazing! The hike to the river is a bit farther than I thought and steep but it was extremely secluded and the water areas were great for swimming. The porches made it great to hang out outside even in the rain or the heat. We really enjoyed our stay! The cabin had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best weekend gettaway!!!

This place was absolutely perfect for us! We love floating but also love peace and quiet. The cabin was clean, beds amazingly comfortable, gorgeous scenery and floating options down the road. The host had fast communication with thorough instructions. Thank you for sharing your place with us. It was a wonderful weekend. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and scenic

Quiet, clean, and very comfortable. Of Course there’s no Wi-Fi. However, there are plenty of videos to choose from and our AT&T service was adequate enough to stay in communication. It is recommended that you have four-wheel-drive for the short drive to the river. Once at the river, it’s beautiful and the fishing is decent. I’m sure we’ll visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property was very clean, host was wonderful, and the location was perfect. We greatly enjoyed the deck overlooking the valley, and having coffee out there each morning to the sounds of wild Turkey, squirrel, hawks and more. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Brock B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very expensive for little accommodations

The house and location were fine but was disappointed with things such as Wi-Fi, shower soap, and water not being on when we arrived. There is no cell phone service so without Wi-Fi, you are truly disconnected from the outside world. I think the cost should be 1/3 of what I paid. If you’re looking for good river access and no distractions, this is your spot. The cabin comfortably sleeps 3 so it was rough having 4 grown men trying to shower and get ready in the morning. The upstairs shower was smaller than the average RV shower. There’s no privacy whatsoever, one main room upstairs with bed,kitchen, disgusting futon with stains and a small coffee table. basement with 2 beds. Please get new sheets for the futon, there are bleach stains and who knows what else all over it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

rob h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

It’s a good property to be near fishing but there aren’t any interesting towns nearby that are exciting to visit. Bring supplies with you as far as food and notions. Cabin has paper supplies to meet needs and a fire pit with firewood as well as a wood stove. Beds and kitchenware are basic. I guess that’s really what the property is for is a fishing cabin! No hiking trails per se. We enjoyed just getting away from the city for a couple days and are glad our dogs were welcome. Owner seems very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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