Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats - Phelps County

10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Breakfast available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Rolla, MO

Lions Club Park16 min drive
Missouri University of Science and Technology20 min drive
The Fugitive Beach28 min drive
Springfield, MO (SGF-Springfield-Branson National)119 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Futon

Suite Bedroom

2 Double Futons

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats

Upper Level Barn-dominium (all brand new construction):
- 2 cushy bedrooms each sleeps 4-6 with flexible bedroom options
- Additional enormous Suite room with dining table and chairs, comfy chairs and 2 queen sofa sleepers, kitchenette with microwave and mini fridge.
- Beautiful views of 37 acre Kabekona Lake.

Main Level:
- Full kitchen and wonderful, flexible space for gathering family and friends (extra charges apply for day guests/special events)
- 2 half baths
- Wrap around patio with tables and chairs
- Access to BBQ grill, fire pit, fishing, shared outdoor game shed and Frisbee golf
- Shared dock with access to fishing, swimming, canoes, paddle boards and fishing boats
- Nature trails to walk

+Add to Kabekona Lodge for additional lodging and space. See VRBO listing #618279. Call for special pricing when booking both properties together.

Property manager

Julie Swallow

Premier Host

Languages

English, Russian

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

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

There are additional cost for events over 12 guest

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Designated smoking area outside

No fireworks, ATV's or loud disruptive parties. Events may be approved with additional charges granted there is prior approval.

We will not accept any bookings from guests whose rating is less than 3.5

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: 12

Note from host: there are additional cost for events over 12 guest

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rolla

Located in Rolla, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. St. James Winery and Meramec Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Uranus Fudge Factory And General Store and Hidden Valley Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider The Fugitive Beach, or check out an event or a game at Allgood-Bailey Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rolla, MO

What's nearby

Lions Club Park - 16 min drive
Missouri University of Science and Technology - 20 min drive
The Fugitive Beach - 28 min drive
Uranus Fudge Factory And General Store - 42 min drive
Fort Leonard Wood - 47 min drive

Getting around

Fort Leonard Wood, MO (TBN-St. Robert Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪Flavas Ma Bill - ‬12 min drive
‪Schmidt & Schmidt - ‬14 min drive
‪Sput's Place - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Views | Lakeside | Family-Friendly Barn | Reunions, Events, Retreats located?

This family-friendly Rolla holiday home is located on the waterfront, 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).

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

18 June 2024

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

Great stay

Everything was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

24 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful property!

The property was beautiful! We would definitely stay again. We especially loved sitting outside looking over the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

28 Aug 2022

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

Great!

We really enjoyed our time, thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

15 Aug 2022

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

Peaceful Retreat!

We loved our time at Kabekona Hills! The lake and surrounding area are beyond beautiful! Everything you could need to have fun on the water is available to use. Beautiful sunsets, fun hikes! We have already planned our next trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

13 July 2022

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

2nd time staying

We brought our family back again for another vacation. The group of 13 all enjoyed the stay and none of us wanted to leave! It was even better than the first time we stayed with the added hot tub and outdoor lights/patio couch. They provide almost everything you could need and give you privacy and respect. The kids love swimming in the lake and we enjoyed one day out on the pontoon. We already booked for next year and can’t wait! Thanks for having us. You truly have a magical property! We even considered moving up the big house for next year but all agreed we love the vibe at the barn!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

4 Aug 2021

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

Great Experience

Go ahead and book it, you’ll have zero regrets. The setup is great for a large group and there’s endless activities on the property to keep you entertained. The place was clean and the host was responsive, no complaints from our group.

8/10 Good

Karen W.

28 July 2021

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

Weekend stay

The property is beautiful. The owner was helpful and so was the property manager. Any issue or question was immediately addressed. This was our 2nd stay at this location. This time around there were hardly any durable kitchen utensils to use, nor did they have any towels or dish rags for the kitchen downstairs. Also, we didn't bring a hairdryer because one was listed in the amenities. Could not find one anywhere. It seemed to be just leftover items that people forgot at this point. Last year was totally different. Although they do have a kayak, paddleboards, etc., you do have to share them with the house next door. I feel that for the price you pay, you should have your own items to use. Not as happy with this trip as we were last year.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

11 July 2021

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

Absolutely wonderful

Our group of 13 loved our stay in the barn-dominium. There was more than enough space for us all to enjoy ourselves and not feel crowded. The entire property is beyond beautiful and well kept. Beautiful flowers and landscaping. We all loved the lake and paddle boarding/kayaking that was provided free of charge. The kids loved swimming and jumping off the dock. We hope to come back again next year. We have been searching for years for the perfect place for our big group to unwind and this was so perfect. Thanks for sharing your barn with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

16 June 2021

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

Beautiful view

Very clean. Had everything we needed for cooking. Lake was very clean. Had plenty of water toys! Will go again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

29 July 2020

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

Great weekend getaway!

Beautiful location! Well stocked kitchen and towels. Location is well maintained. Would definitely book here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

4 Sept 2019

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

Perfect for a large group or family!

Stayed here over Labor Day weekend with a group of friends and can’t say enough good things about the place! There were 11 of us and every one of us wants to come back sometime soon. The property is immaculately kept. The landscaping is beautiful. The dock is well kept and supplied with kayaks and a swimming platform for your use. There are quiet spots to view the beautiful lake and plenty walking trails. The owner, Dave is helpful and friendly. Love this place!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

15 Aug 2019

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

Relaxing Summer Get Away

Stayed in the Barn House for one last summer trip before school starts and we all LOVED IT! Amazing property with well groomed landscaping and grass. The lake was relaxing and enjoyable for fishing and swimming. Enjoyed the quiet seclusion of the property and will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

7 Aug 2019

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

Great Family Getaway

We loved everything about this property. The lake and grounds are beautiful and well kept. The 'barndominium' was clean and provided great areas to gather, play games, eat, and relax. The lake has canoes, paddle boards, and kayaks provided. The owner was available and paid attention to all the details of our stay. The location is easy to access. We would definitely recommend this to anyone for a family get together, family reunion, women's retreat, men's retreat, fishing/lake weekend--any excuse to be here. There were fourteen of us--28 thumbs up!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

10 Aug 2017

Great scenery, clean and lots to do

We stayed at the barn because we needed a place for our group that would allow us to provide our own meals and stay together. The sleeping accommodations worked well with our group because we had young adults with a few parents. Plenty of bathrooms and space for bringing out.

About the host

Hosted by Julie Swallow

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.