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" The Rusted Barn "

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Edwards, MO
  • Place, Lake of the Ozarks
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Truman Reservoir
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Ozarks Amphitheater
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Open concept with beds in living room area

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

" The Rusted Barn "

About this space
Welcome to "The Rusted Barn"! Nestled in the Missouri Ozarks just a stones throw away from beautiful Lake of the Ozarks and only a hop-skip & a jump from Truman Lake. "The Rusted Barn" is a labor of love designed to take you back to a simpler, quieter time. There are so many things to do including fishing, boating, water/jet skiing, hiking, horse back riding, homestead classes, mountain/scenic biking, para-sailing, antiquing or shopping in Osage Beach, Warsaw or even Bass Pro Shop & Branson.
The space
This cabin is a small house on the owner’s property that will sleep 6 people. It features an open concept floor plan, has a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, large enclosed porch area, and a private room with a jacuzzi bath tub. It also has a fenced in back yard with an outdoor table and chairs for 6 people, as well as a fire pit for roasting marshmallows, and a charcoal grill.
Guest access
As a guest, you will have full access of the cabin, back yard area of the cabin, and your own area to park. The cabin is also just about 5 miles from lake access and boat launch area.
Other things to note
The owners also offer the opportunity to order breakfast, boxed lunch, or supper for an additional charge. For more information, you will need to contact the owners.

In addition, the owners are members of Forbes Lake of the Ozarks and can get you a guest pass to use during your stay. This will give you access to 3 private lakes, a camp ground area that has a play ground, soft ball diamond and tennis courts.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Edwards

Located in Edwards, this cabin is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Cole Camp Area Farmers Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake of the Ozarks and Coffman Bend. Consider Lake Breeze Terrace for a night out or Casa Bonita Home Furnishings & Decor if you're travelling with kids. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Edwards, MO

What's nearby

  • Lake of the Ozarks - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Truman Reservoir - 36 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Ozarks Amphitheater - 39 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Bridal Cave - 43 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Ha Ha Tonka State Park - 44 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Versailles, MO (VRS-Roy Otten Memorial Airfield) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crazy Roy’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bucknaked - ‬71 min drive
  • ‪Fatties Rendezvous - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Hills Store and Marina - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Wet Spot - ‬94 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is " The Rusted Barn " pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at " The Rusted Barn "?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at " The Rusted Barn " on 27 April 2026 start from NZ$240, 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 " The Rusted Barn "?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at " The Rusted Barn "?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at " The Rusted Barn "?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is " The Rusted Barn " located?

This family-friendly Edwards cabin is located in a rural location, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake of the Ozarks, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Coffman Bend and Benton County Museum. Lost Valley Hatchery and Truman Lake Mountain Bike Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, loved it. Hostess is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thank you so much! We loved having you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

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

Perfect Stop in the Ozarks

Absolutely amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tammy is an exceptional host and her property is "sparkling" clean, with many touches that make you feel like family....We couldn't have asked for a more perfect accommodation.Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We welcome you back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie R.

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

Anniversary weekend away

The cutest place for a weekend away! The sunsets from the porch were so relaxing. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

New Year’s retreat

We had a wonderful time, we were able to relax and reset and spend time together which is the goal for our New Year’s trip every year. Would definitely go back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayla Y.

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

The rusted barn

Went for our anniversary get away. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you Shayla!! We loved having you and look forward to you coming back:)❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

A quiet retreat

What a beautiful property! My wife and I loved staying there with our 6 month old daughter. And she loved seeing the horses that will come right up to the fence near the cabin. The hosts are so wonderful as well. Friendly and responsive, and makes an excellent biscuits and gravy, my favorite breakfast of all time. I highly recommend this cabin for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald H.

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

County get away!!

Awesome! Quite out of the way get away .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2024
Thank you Gerald! We enjoyed having you all! Come back and see us any time:)
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nanette J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!Needs a closet and a dresser for clothes. Needs hooks for wet items such as towelsCouldn't store luggage under the bed because of all the dust and tiny debris. NOTE: Beautiful place, and the family was wonderful. Be sure you don't want to go into town much, as it's quite a drive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

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

Barn Stay

We stayed at the Rusted Barn due to proximity to our desired boat ramp for spoonbill season at the Ozarks. Everything was adequate and ready for our arrival. The only issue (minor) we encountered was the beds were all super squeaky! If you're a light sleeper, be ready. We would still stay here again and it still rated 5 stars. The cookies on arrival were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host is extremely inviting and welcoming. We feel like we found an old friend. Tammy puts a personal touch to everything. The home cooked meals we some of the best ever. And the cinnamon rolls were out of this world. We enjoyed having our meals brought to us at the cabin, never having to drive somewhere to find a good restaurant and fight traffic and crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This is a very clean and peaceful property. My wife and I stayed 2 nights and enjoyed every minute. It felt cozy with the fireplace going, and the bed was very comfortable. If you want to explore, there are options. It is a little bit of a drive to get to some places, but it was worth it. We took a tour of the Bridal Cave and had a great experience.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. It was secluded and therefore peaceful, nice views of the countryside, and the owner was very pleasant. Easy to talk to, very creative in her crafts, all around good person.Will visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was wonderful having you stay with us, and we look forward to your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacey L.

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

In love with this spot

My boyfriend and I came to stay for a lake weekend over the fourth, as our friends had a house 20 min out. We loved the rusted barn !! It was even prettier and larger in person, the pictures are beautiful and still don’t do it justice ! Our host Tammy was so lovely and welcoming, easily the best experience I’ve had with any rental I’ve tried :)) Our only regret was wishing we had more time to spend in the house as we ended up at our friends for most of the weekend - if you have a chance, definitely stay here !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! Come back anytime!! We would love to have you!

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Thomas

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Hello! We are Tim & Tammy Thomas. We have been married for 33 years, have two grown children, and one grand baby, Tim was born and raised just a few miles away from our Homestead and Tammy was born and raised in rural Oklahoma. We both have fond memories of our Country upbringing!
We both come from very strong Christian Homes where there was no question about priorities; God first, then Family and finally Career. We were both very close to our Grandparents. Memories of milking the cow, hauling hay, crappie fishing, butchering hogs, shucking corn, breaking green beans, picking black berries and making sauerkraut seem like only yesterday. This is no doubt why we have so much love and interest in the past.
After High School we both attended college & had long and successful careers in the Education field before retiring a couple years ago.

After retirement from public education, we knew we wanted to continue to work and challenge ourselves. Hospitality and serving others has always been something that we both enjoy very much. Cooking for company has a way of taking us back to our Granny's house. Sunday afternoons were big meals with some of the best Home Style cooking you can imagine. The food wasn’t fancy…but it was the Best! Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Crowder Peas, Asparagus, Mac n Cheese, Homemade Rolls, Peach Cobbler or Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream! But, the best part of all was just Visiting around the table!
So, this is the simple life that we want to offer folks. Our “Rusted Barn” is a throwback to years gone-by with Rustic Decor from top to bottom! Our “Homestyle Food” is just like Granny's. We would love to share some of our simple, wonderful life with you and your Family!
Our promise is to treat you like Family and our Goal is to take you back to a time in the not so distant past. A time that you may remember fondly as well, so that you want to come visit us time and time again!

Tim and Tammy Thomas

Why they chose this property

Tim grew up in this area and Tammy joined him over 30 years ago when they got married. It is one of the most beautiful areas in the United States where people are kind and a little "old fashioned"! We love being close to the lake and nature where we can fish & hunt. We love hearing tree frogs at night and it being dark enough outside where we can see the stars!

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is a throwback to the "old days!" It is uniquely decorated with antiques that either been passed down to us from our family or items we have collected. One of the best amenities we offer is our food! When you want to be in a quiet location away from the hustle and bustle of life, you often sacrifice the convenience of having restaurants and fast food nearby. We have solved that problem! We offer breakfast, boxed lunches, and supper for a cheaper price than you can get eating out, not to mention the fact that it is all homemade and tastes much better! If you don't want to, you do not ever have to leave the property! You can "hole" up for the weekend and we will take care of you and your family! The other thing that is unique to us is that we greet you when you arrive. We introduce ourselves, show you around the property, how things work, where things are stored & answer questions you may have. We also provide you with fresh homemade cookies and cold water!

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