Wooded Retreat
Location: Innsbrook, Missouri, USA (45 Minute Drive West of St. Louis, Missouri) View Map
Accommodations: Chalet, 2 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5-6)
Keywords: Chalet, Cabin
Innsbrook's Motto is "Time Well Spent". And it's so true. This is not your typical highly commercialized, noisy, frenzied resort. At Innsbrook you'll have time to relax, time to swim and play, and time to share meals with family and friends. It's a secluded getaway - away from work, school, and the hectic day-to-day craziness of life.
You'll love this tranquil retreat in a wooded setting. Only electric-powered, or person-powered boats are allowed on the lakes; no noisy, polluting gas boats are allowed at Innsbrook. This chalet is on a peaceful section of a large lake. Take the 17' canoe from our private pebble beach and paddle out into the large part of the lake in no time. Or, take the Pontoon boat and cruise around; don't forget to take a picnic lunch with you to eat while on the water.
Although quiet and relaxing, you'll also find there is quite a lot to do. Listening to music while grilling on the deck, or working on your laptop computer. Sit on the private beach next to a fire enjoying the lake and wildlife. The Innsbrook pool is within walking distance (1/2 mile) and overlooks beautiful lake Aspen. A one-mile walk along gravel roads brings you to the restaurant and golf course. A short drive will bring you to the stables where you can watch or ride the horses. Additional fees are required for golf and horseback riding, but there is plenty to do for free as well. For example, sign up for the hot tub, play tennis or work out at the fitness center for no additional cost.
This chalet is perfect for a cozy family retreat. In addition to the two bedrooms and two full baths it has a full kitchen, living/dining room, loft and comfortable screened-in porch. The wraparound deck has a gas grill, bistro table and chairs, and two adirondack chairs. Plan your menu before you arrive! Show off your culinary skills by enjoying meals at the chalet, prepared in the fully stocked kitchen - however, be sure to bring your own food and do your shopping before you arrive. Hanneken's Restaurant provides a delicious alternative when you're tired of cooking, but check their hours before you go.
With a chalet you get the best of both worlds! The chalet is private and secluded, located on an acre of wooded land with it's own private lakeside pebble beach. However, you also have complete access to the Innsbrook Resort, with over 100 lakes and 7,000 wooded acres that include trails, stables, golf, restaurant, tennis courts, pool and more.
TO MAKE A RESERVATION: You must contact me by email or phone. You cannot make a reservation directly through this site.
1. Click on the "VIEW CALENDAR" button on the right of this screen to check availability. A red box means that date is already reserved. After you've viewed the calendar, click the "close" button in upper right corner of the calendar screen.
2. Send me an email by entering your information in the "EMAIL OWNER" box on the right side of this screen or you can call me if you prefer. Please indicate if you will bring pets or would like to rent the pontoon boat in the comments section. Also, feel free to ask any questions you might have.
3. I'll send you a response by email or phone confirming that the Chalet is available for the dates you're interested in. Once you confirm to me by email or phone that you want to make the reservation I'll send you a rental agreement by email. We do require a $250 deposit to confirm the reservation. Once we recieve the signed rental agreement and deposit by mail, YOU ARE BOOKED! (You may also use a credit card if you prefer.)
IT'S THAT SIMPLE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU TODAY!
4. Please Note: Simply sending an inquiry does not confirm your reservation. We must receive the deposit to confirm the reservation.
FISHING - I get many questions about this. Our chalet is on a relatively shallow part of the lake, and fishing is great right off our dock! Typical comment from guest: "We've caught 30 fish just today!"
WINE COUNTRY - We're only 25 miles from the Augusta Wineries, and only 35 miles from the Hermann Wineries. The nearest winery is the Cedar Lake Cellars, only six miles from our door.
GOLF - Innsbrook's golf course is beautiful, hilly and challenging. I've been told repeatedly by friends and guests that this golf course is a great course and is also a good value for the price.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : New in 2011 - window air conditioner in upstairs bedroom
- Linens Provided : Bed linens, sheets, pillow cases, blankets, bedspreads
- Off Street Parking : The circle drive near the chalet has enough parking for several cars.
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed : Couch in living room folds down to make a full-sized bed.
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Hot tub is in the Fitness Center near the Conference Center. Must sign up before using.
- Sauna : In the Fitness Center near the Conference Center.
- Cable/Satellite TV : 52 inch screen TV with Satellite. Universal remote lets you watch TV, DVD, and VCR with the click of a button.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Over 200 DVD and VHS movies are provided. Please feel free to bring additional movies from home.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Some CDs are provided. Please feel free to bring your favorites from home.
- Shared Pool : At the Conference Center.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, toaster oven, sink, dishes, flatware, cups, coffee maker, pantry with some basics for cooking. Plan your menu and shop for groceries before you arrive at the Chalet. Although there is one restaurant at the resort with very good food, it is sometimes closed. Innsbrook is a great place to show off your culinary skills with your friends and family. The full-sized refrigerator and pantry provide lots of room to store your groceries, best purchased before you arrive.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Pots, pans, tongs, spatulas, etc. Our guests often comment on how fully equipped the kitchen is.
- Refrigerator : The full-sized refrigerator and freezer provide lots of room for groceries. Plan your menu ahead and show off your culinary skills to your family and friends. Grocery stores are located 5, 10 and 15 miles from the resort, so plan ahead.
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Catering is available through the Innsbrook Conference Center. Call ahead if interested. The catering services provided through the resort will cater a meal wherever you like: at their facilities, at the chalet, even on a lakeside beach!
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Gas grill on deck.
- Deck/Patio : The wraparound wooden deck looks over Lake Aspen. It is gated, which allows you to leave pets outside in nice weather. It also has a lovely bistro table for enjoying morning coffee, and two adirondack chairs to relax in.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Our beach isn't sandy, it's a pebble beach. But it is great for relaxing by the firepit. We provide lawn chairs, and it overlooks the lake.
- Lakefront : Adjacent to a peaceful part of the lake. The pebbled beach area adjacent to lake includes a fire pit, 17' canoe, lawn chairs, and lighted path. The "dock" has steps leading into the lake, and onto the Pontoon Boat if you choose to rent the boat.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : The code for accessing this is found next to the modem near the Radio/CD player in the living room.
- Other Amenities
- Pontoon boat available for an additional charge. All boats at Innsbrook are ELECTRIC POWERED which means they are quiet and don't pollute the lake. This makes it especially fun to swim from the boat, or enjoy a relaxing picnic on the water.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We happily allow dogs as long as they are housebroken and past the "puppy-chewing" stage.
- Kid Friendly : Games and toys are provided. Very young children should be supervised while on the deck and while outdoors.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be 25 or older to rent.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Please smoke outside.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Rent our eco-friendly electric pontoon boat and take it out on the 150-acre Lake Aspen. Swim and cruise the lake.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Two Night Minimum Stay. The following are 2012 rates.
Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov: Wknights $210/night, Wkend $275/night, $1400/week
May 1 thru Sept 31: Wknights $275/night, Wkends $315/night, $1800/week
Pet Fee $25/night (Maximum of Two Animals). Cleaning fee $90/visit.
Holidays $325/night, with three night minimum.
Pontoon boat optional, additional $100 per day.
$250 deposit is required to hold your reservation
Checks preferred, credit cards accepted via paypal.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Chalet on 150-Acre Lake Aspen, Innsbrook, Missouri
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Innsbrook
Innsbrook is only 45 minutes from St. Louis. There are two large lakes, and our Chalet is on one of them. There are about 80 medium and small lakes, however gas-powered boats are not allowed - that means it's quieter, and in my opinion much safer. The scenery is BEAUTIFUL, and the people are so friendly. There are lots of people of all ages ages at Innsbrook. It's a wonderful family retreat. Innsbrook is SAFE, and we never worry about our belongings in this gated community. We also enjoy seeing baby geese while boating, as well as deer, wild turkey, turtles, lizards, racoons, and other wildlife while driving around.
We prefer the cozy, more intimate feel of the two bedroom chalet. Although the Chalet feels private, we are quite close to the pool and golf course, so we don't feel isolated at all. Everyone waves as they pass; it's such a friendly place!
The Unique Benefits at this Chalet
We love to visit our vacation home; our favorite activities are sitting by a fire at our beach, and swimming in the pool on a hot day. Visiting Innsbrook during the week is especially nice because the pool is not at all crowded. It's so peaceful and beautiful there! Saturday nights are also a lot of fun when they sponsor bands and movies at the outdoor stage near the Farmhouse. Innsbrook is 7,000 acres. We love to just drive around Lake Alpine and look at the GORGEOUS homes on the west side of Innsbrook. Although we aren't avid golfers, we always enjoy having lunch or dinner at Hannekan's Restaurant, overlooking the 9th hole and watching the golfers make their final putt.
The Innsbrook Pool is only 1/2 mile from the Chalet, and overlooks beautiful Lake Aspen.
Sunday services, Protestant and Catholic (check the newsletter for times.)
Play 18 holes of golf, or have dinner or a drink while watching the golfers play the 18th hole.
Owner's Map of Innsbrook
Eric and Diane Moyerman. We have been married five years and live in Webster Groves, Missouri. We both love the outdoors. We have two great dogs. Freddi is a mutt, ahem, I mean mixed breed (but cute as can be) and Cocoa is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Cocoa LOVES to fetch sticks from the lake. She'll get in the water even when it's icy cold - I don't know how she does it...
We bought our Innsbrook Chalet as a peaceful retreat from our hectic lives. Initially we didn't have any electronic media (no computer service, no TV or movies, only the radio). We did that on purpose because Innsbrook truly is a place to relax and decompress. Even though we've added movies, satelite TV and wireless internet for our guests, we still focus on having fun "the old-fashioned way" when we're out here. For us, Innsbrook is a place to talk, laugh, eat, swim, make memories with family and friends, throw a stick for the dog, sit by the fire, and just be together.
Property Photos
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- Wooded Retreat - Innsbrook, MO Lake Front Vacation Cabin with Private Beach and Private Dock, near Community Pool
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- Living Room - Innsbrook, MO Lake Front Vacation Cabin with Private Beach and Private Dock, near Community Pool
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- Cozy Screened-In Porch - Innsbrook, MO Lake Front Vacation Cabin with Private Beach and Private Dock, near Community Pool
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- Three-Season Porch Adjacent to Living Room
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- King-Sized Bed in First Floor Master Bedroom
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- Well Equipped Kitchen for the Gourmet Cook
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- Second Bedroom - Full-Sized Bed and Bunk Beds (next photo)
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- Bunk Beds in Second Bedroom
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- Bistro Dining on the Wraparound Deck
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- Private Beach and Pontoon Boat
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- Take the Pontoon Boat out on 150-Acre Lake Aspen
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- Shared Pool at the Nearby Conference Center (Great View of Lake Aspen!)
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- Go Horseback Riding at the Stables
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- This Outdoor Stage Features Bands and Movies During the Summer Weekends
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- 18-Hole Golf Course!
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- Watch the Last Putt from Hanneken's Restaurant
Traveler Reviews (21)
Perfect Getaway!
Guest: Sue
(St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 09/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/12/12
My sister and I were there in September '11. Though the lake was low from the summers drought, we could not have been happier. We both had our dogs who enjoyed themselves as much as we did. We both were amazed how stocked the chalet was.Everything you need. Everything! And the owners could not have been nicer. Our trip was only for a long weekend and we have already been talking about our next trip. Thank you!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Fabulous Family Get-A-Way!
Guest: Laurie L from Arnold
(Arnold MO)
Date of Stay: 11/25/09
Review Submitted: 11/07/11
Our family spent 3 wonderful days at this chalet in October (2 grandparents, 2 parents and one 12 year old boy plus our beagle Belle). It was the perfect setting. We had bonfires at the lake's edge and enjoyed canoe rides on beautiful Lake Aspen. We fished and read and relaxed. The house has the best of everything and is immaculate. The well stocked pantry allowed us to make a french toast breakfast on the fly -- they had cinnamon and vanilla on hand! We will definitely return.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.
July Weekend for 7
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 07/11/11
Our family of 7 (2 adults, 1 young adult, 4 teenagers) had a wonderful time at Chalet #812 this past weekend. We only stayed 2 nights, but we packed a lot into the time we were there. We went to the pool and had our lunch brought to us poolside (great burgers, BBQ pork sandwiches and homemade potato chips), we swam and went floating on the lake, went boating (rented the electric pontoon for $100 extra), canoeing (included with our rental), played tennis and shuffleboard (located near the pool), worked out in the fitness room (also by the pool), hiked one of the trails to a beautiful waterfall (and saw a huge snapping turtle!), made a fire in the firepit by the lake and made s'mores, and then ended our last evening with a bunch of board games (located inside the great room coffee table) at the kitchen table. All of our meals (except that first lunch by the pool) were big ones cooked in the kitchen or on the very nice grill on the deck. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need to prepare just about anything (seasonings, spices, olive oil, vinegar, non-stick spray, lots of pots and pans, foil, saran wrap, baggies, etc.) Usually we "make do" with what is available, but this house had it all handy and ready to use. There's lots of room to park, plenty of seating by the lake and on the deck. There's room for 6 (we squeezed in 1 more) at the kitchen table and a screened in porch for cooler mornings or evenings. There was a concert on Saturday night, but we were too busy to go! I recommend spending more than 2 nights to get it all in! Thanks for sharing your house with us! We had a great weekend!
Owner response:Wow, you guys did more in two days than I've done all summer. Thank you so much for sharing your experience on our website. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Getaway
Guest: K&C&P
(Kansas City)
Date of Stay: 03/18/11
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
We are in the process of remodeling our home, and scheduled our visit to the chalet right in the middle of the project. We were frazzled and stressed from the noise, dirt, and chaos of the remodel and arrived on a cool Friday afternoon to the bliss and peace of your wonderful vacation home. The place is so clean and bright, and everything we needed was at our fingertips - from tissues to fluffy towels, games to garlic salt, maps to measuring cups. Even though we were only there for the weekend, we enjoyed everything the chalet had to offer: the canoe, the private pebble beach (wonderful fire pit!), the golf course restaurant (the fried chicken is excellent), the wrap-around porch, the fully-equipped kitchen, and the satellite TV (NCAA playoffs!). The king bed is luxurious; we felt so pampered! Our chocolate Labrador also thoroughly enjoyed his visit - he's a city dog so he enjoyed getting to sniff all of the wilderness smells, swim off of the beach, and generally romp around in the woods. Even the cool weather didn't dampen our experience. We enjoyed a loud thunderstorm that rolled in over the lake on Saturday night, and watched the lightning flash above the huge glass windows. We were warm and cozy inside and didn't mind the storm one bit. The next day was sunny and warmer, and my husband caught at least 10 large-mouth bass off of the dock. Next time we'll try for crappie! We came home rested, relaxed and ready to face the world again. We hope to come back again and again and have already told all of our friends and family about this wonderful place! Thanks for everything.
Owner response:What a nice review to kick off our 2011 season. Thank you for all the kind words, and thank you for mentioning the satellite TV - That is new this year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Peaceful Retreat
Guest: Bird Watcher
(Saint Charles, MO)
Date of Stay: 11/11/10
Review Submitted: 11/15/10
The chalet is exactly as depicted, with hospitable touches that made us feel genuinely welcomed. They even supplied a pie plate and rolling pin so we could make apple pie! The chalet is tucked into the trees, private, peaceful, and the perfect place for our ladies retreat. We ate meals on the deck when it was warm, and gathered around the wood stove to talk and play games from the game chest when it was cool. We could see the Milky Way at night! We also saw a bald eagle, flock of bluebirds, flock of cedar waxwings, a pileated woodpecker, and other interesting birds. My friends from Virginia were impressed.
Owner response:Thank you for the wonderful review. There have been numerous sightings of bald eagles at Innsbrook, and we believe one must be nesting near our Chalet because it's often seen there. Thank you for the pie crust recipe!! We look forward to having you back soon.
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Al, Nina and Lucy
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/24/10
Review Submitted: 11/03/10
We arrived for our week in the autumn time of year. The chalet is exactly as described, but cannot tell you about the charm and coziness of the home and the area and the helpful (but not hovering) owners. Every whim is attended to, every condiment available, and touches of home all around. The security of Innsbrook is both friendly, but reassuring, so wonderful walks can be enjoyed at any time. It is a place that makes your anxieties dissipate, and they did quickly.
Owner response:Nina, a very talented artist, left us a beautiful drawing of a leaf in our guest book. We really treasure that, and have it framed for all to see. Thank you Nina!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
A Friends Home Feel
Guest: Sally
(St. Charles, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 10/04/10
Review Submitted: 10/15/10
My husband and I stayed four weekday nights in the beginning of October. All directions to the chalet made it easy to find and easy to enter. Upon entering we immediately felt at home. Everything you need was there and were obviously welcomed to use it. Some places we have stayed have put little signs around saying "don't do this" "don't touch that" but NOT at this Chalet! Here there were notes of where-to-find-what to make your stay comfortable and welcoming. Very clean, best of everything - great master bed, thick towels, Kitchen-aid pans & utensils. It was a combination of being in the wilderness but all the comforts of home. We've considered buying a vacation property ourselves but now we don't have to -- we can go to this chalet whenever we want (if it's available). HIGHLY Recommend!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
One of the Greatest Vacations in My Life!!!
Guest: Sue
(Marion, IA)
Date of Stay: 07/19/10
Review Submitted: 07/31/10
Hello-my name is Sue Bremer, Mike's Lady. I was overjoyed with my experience at Innsbrook #812! The description and appearance of the Chalet were accurate and the place was immaculate. Diane was more than helpful every step of the way, making our stay relaxing as well as providing for all of our needs. I will recomend, with sincerity and gusto, the Innsbrook community and Chalet #812 to all of my friends and family members. I know that Mike and Maryjane feel the same. We are planning on returning a second time--SOON!! There is so much to do in Innsbrook! I recommend the horse back riding, boating and swimming at the lake, and plain old relaxing in Diane and Eric's lovely home. We did not have the time to take advantage of the pool and work-out room, but after seeing these areas, we wished we had had. another few days to do so.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A wonderful place to stay
Guest: Reaclan
(Allen, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/22/10
Review Submitted: 07/26/10
This is our second year to stay in this cabin. The owner's have thought of everything to make your stay as pleasant and convenient as possible. We will definitely be back next year and look forward to another relaxing vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
This Place Is Awesome
Guest: J Bruce
(Clayton, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/18/10
Review Submitted: 07/22/10
I can't say enough nice things about this chalet and the property owners...but I'll try. -Great DVD/movie collection awaits you. -Great floor plan with private bedrooms for those who must retire early, and pleanty of deck/living room/porch space for the late night crowd. -The boat is awesome! -Everything is in great condition, the owners obviously take great care in maintaining the chalet and grounds. -The laminate flooring is great; cleans up easy so we didn't feel nervous about tracking sand or a little dust into the chalet. We hope to rent this chalet at least once every Summer!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
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