Escape to our stunning 6-bedroom lakefront retreat tucked away at the end of a quiet private cove in Gravois Mills. Surrounded by over 60 wooded acres filled with wildlife, this peaceful getaway offers the perfect place to unplug, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of Lake of the Ozarks.
Spend your mornings watching deer roam through the property, afternoons fishing or swimming off the newly installed dock, and evenings gathered around the fire pit under the stars. With excellent fishing right from the dock, plenty of space to explore, and unmatched privacy at the end of the road, this property is ideal for families, groups, and anyone looking to reconnect with nature.
Inside, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and everything needed to prepare meals for your group. In the winter months, cozy up by the fireplace with a good book or enjoy game night with the selection of board games, ping pong, books, and toys for kids.
Step out onto the porch to take in peaceful lake views, quiet mornings, and unforgettable sunsets over the cove.
✔ 6 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms ✔ Private dock with great fishing ✔ 60 secluded acres with abundant wildlife ✔ Fire pit, ping pong & family games ✔ Fully stocked kitchen & outdoor grills ✔ Quiet private cove at the end of the road ✔ Perfect for families, fishing trips & relaxing getaways
Please Note: Our lake house was intentionally designed as a place to truly “unplug and unwind.” There are no TVs on the property, giving guests the chance to enjoy quality time together, lakeside sunsets, fishing, board games, nature, and real conversation without distractions.
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Load and start the dishwasher
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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
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Gravois Mills
Located in Gravois Mills, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake of the Ozarks and Proctor Towersite State Wildlife Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park and Willmore Lodge. Travelling with kids? Consider Sugar Creek Mini Golf, or check out an event or a game at Paradise Parasail Inc.. Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
beach near Deer Valley Road - 18 min drive - 20.9 km
Lake Breeze Terrace - 23 min drive - 33.2 km
Ozarks Amphitheater - 27 min drive - 41.1 km
Bagnell Dam - 30 min drive - 41.2 km
Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam Viewpoint - 33 min drive - 43.3 km
Getting around
Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Westside Pub - 16 min drive
Jolly Roger's Grub & Grog - 67 min drive
Don Chilillos - 16 min drive
H. Toad's Bar & Grill - 48 min drive
Blue Cat Lounge at Alhonna Resort - 46 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife?
As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife on 14 September 2026 start from NZ$1,101, including 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.
How much is parking at Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Lakefront Retreat on 60 Acres Private Dock, Fishing & Wildlife located?
This family-friendly Gravois Mills holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake of the Ozarks, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Proctor Towersite State Wildlife Area and Jacob's Cave. Sugar Creek Mini Golf and Willmore Lodge are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for choosing our home for your visit as I know there are many places to choose from. If there is anything we could have done to make your stay a 5 star I would love to hear your feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve. Happy to hear you enjoyed the wildlife.
We stayed here with 6 couples and it was just the right size and had amazing amenities! Having the boat ramp and dock right with the house was the best! The extra fridge in the coffee area was a great add on! We definitely needed that for all of our drinks! Everything was very clean and plenty of extras in the kitchen! The only thing we didn’t find was a strainer. Host had great communication and helped with anything that we needed!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. We actually do have a strainer but sometimes it blends in with the bowls. Sorry about that! Thanks for being such great guests. You are welcome back anytime!
This place was a perfect fit for our family vacation. Beautiful house and property. I would recommend the place and look forward to another vacation here
Karen P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2025
We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful stay with your family. Referrals are our highest compliment! You are welcome back anytime!
I cannot recommend this property highly enough! We do appreciate all the little things that made our stay so pleasant. It is well stocked in every way! Appropriately placed night lights, light switches labeled, a few things for kids of all ages inside and out, extra trash bags, etc. and amenities. It fit our family of 14 without being on top of each other. The social centers for the family, huge dining table, couches, etc were cozy and spacious. The view is awesome so just sitting on the covered porch or dock is so relaxing.Plenty of yard for parking and playing. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board and great fishing opportunities.Most of all Joy was a “Joy” to communicate with and so kind and reasonable.
Ava H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
We are so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed country life living for a few days 😉and had everything you needed. Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure hosting you.
The property was just as described and was perfect for our group. Great communication and perfect location. Already looking forward to booking for next year.
The communication with Joy, the owner, could not be any better. She was always available and made our stay effortless! The house was stunning! Not only that everything was provided! Only had to bring your clothes and food and settle in! We were the first ones to stay for the season so there were a few dead bugs and cobwebs on the tall windows in front which is the only reason I rated it a 4. Other than that the house was impeccable. The only problem we had was our stay went by too fast!!! Will definitely rent this VRBO again! Thank you Joy for sharing your beautiful home!
Lucy O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2026
It was such a pleasure hosting your group, Lucy! You guys were wonderful guests and we look forward to having you again. Thank you for your kind words. We will make sure that the the windows are cleaned better for your next stay :-)
Loved staying here! It was such a beautiful home and they had everything we needed! So close to the water and being able to use the lily pad was so nice! Would recommend!
This property has been our favorite place to book, this was our second year booking this property. The property is well kept and clean. There is so many things for the kids to enjoy inside and outside. I 100% recommend staying here with your family!
Kira V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
This makes my ❤️ so happy! I'm so thrilled you chose our place for the 2nd year in a row to make those special memories with your family. We are honored and hope to have you back again soon!
Beautiful home for a family vacation. Highly recommend staying here, peaceful area, with dock . Looking forward to renting again for next year vacation.
We had an amazing stay at this Vrbo property! The home was clean, spacious, and perfect for our family vacation. The lake views were beautiful, and we loved having easy access to the water for swimming, fishing, and boating. The host was responsive and made everything easy from check-in to check-out. Highly recommend for anyone looking to relax and enjoy some quality time at the lake!
Brian L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
It's always so wonderful to hear others enjoying our place as much as we do. Glad to hear everything went well and you were able to have some time to relax. Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you.
Our family of all ages loved staying here. Plenty of space for everyone, both indoor and outdoor, and tucked away at the end of the cove so felt very private. The owners were friendly and responsive.
We had a great time and many items were provided for the stay. I highly recommend for a special time with your family. Our entire family said this was a perfect place for a family vacation.
Melinda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
So happy to hear you had a wonderful experience! You are welcome back anytime. You were a pleasure to work with.
Blessings,
Joy
Truly enjoyed our stay. Home was beautiful. Location was peaceful. Will look forward to staying here again. Thank you for providing such a wonderful place to gather.
Julie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
So happy to hear you had a relaxful and peaceful stay! We would love to have you back anytime!
This was the perfect place for my parents and my 3 siblings and their families to gather for a weekend. We made lots of memories and loved the dock for fishing and the open space for meals and relaxing. The hosts were very responsive to any questions and everyone raved about the spacious house.
John M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Im so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. You were a pleasure to work with and are welcome back anytime!
This is a spacious home. Clean and comfortable. You can walk to the dock and swim all day. Would stay here again.
Tracey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
So happy to hear you had a comfortable stay. We hope you come back again!
About the host
Hosted by Joy Willis
This property has been in the family since 1963. Our dad, whose initials are DEW, had a dream to purchase a piece of property at the Lake of the Ozark to have a "place in the country." This was just a large piece of land when they bought it and they spent many of hours and weekends clearing it. This was where they would camp and enjoy nature, family, and friends. Throughout the years they upgraded...their first house was the hut that you see when driving into the property on the right, then they bought a small trailer. This was mom and dad's favorite place to be. Unfortunately, dad passed away with an aggressive cancer almost 20 years ago. His wife Dar decided that she would like to have a house built in honor of her husbands dream.(Hence the themed rooms of Dads passions.) One of her most favorite things to do was host people. Unfortunately, she developed Alzheimer's shortly after his passing and passed recently. It's been a long journey...over 10 years in the making, but we have finally decided now was the time to finish this in honor of our parents. There are 3 brothers (Dale, Scott, and Mark) along with their wives, 16 children and lots of grandkids who enjoy the property. This has been a wonderful place our entire family has made and continues to make countless memories together. We hope your family can experience the heartwarming, relaxing and enchanting allure of DEW Dream Acres with lots of laughter, fun and memories of your own!
Why they chose this property
This is a unique piece of property with lots of room (approx. 60 acres) to spread out! Wildlife abounds. Most days you will see deer in the back field, as well as turkey, owls, eagles, ducks and blue herons in the water nearby. There is a gravel boat ramp onsite for small to medium sized boats and a covered/roofed dock. We are only 15 min from grocery stores and restaurants. Ha Ha Tonka, Bagwell Dam, caves, etc... are less than an hour away. Our house is equipped with everything you need from kitchen supplies, appliances, 2 refrigerators and basic kitchen staples like flour, sugar, oil, spices, and condiments as well as a full coffee and tea bar, towels, and all your bedding essentials. There is a hearth room with a fireplace, ping pong table, basic baby needs such as a playpen, baby gate, play toys, etc...We also have 2 fire pits for campfires. There are yard games in the creek shed you can use along with pool noodles, rafts, and life jackets.
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