5 Star Rated * Lake Front 5BR/6BA Home - Lake Sherwood/W. St. Louis
- Minimum stay:2-5 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
'SERENITY', the name of this spectacular LAKE FRONT home, has all the amenities for a memorable vacation regardless of what season you choose to come. This 4,500+ sq ft home has 120 ft of shoreline complete with private dock on the Main Lake at Lake Sherwood in one of the best coves for swimming, fishing and enjoying the lake. With more than 3,000 sq feet of decks, patios and dock you can take full advantage of enjoying the outdoors. Want to explore the lake? We have a paddle boat, kayak and canoe for you to use. Spend the day on the water floating on one of the many water toys that are provided. Enjoy the screened in porch or hang out on the rocking chair deck or chill out in one of the hammocks hanging in the trees. Then end your day relaxing in the 8 person hot tub under the starlit sky.
Cathedral ceilings offer breathtaking views of the water & tree filled property as does the sunroom and many decks located around the house and lake side so no matter what time of year 'SERENITY' is a great escape. Cozy around the 2 story stone fireplace or curl up with a good book in the loft area. You will love the privacy and you will feel lost in the tranquility.
The whimsical lower entertainment level has fun for everyone. Enjoy the custom made Texas Hold em Poker Table, Foosball, Pool Table and we have numerous fun games, DVDs, books and CDs for our guests use. Then to top it off you will find the home theatre featuring a 110 inch Projection TV, awesome surround sound, Direct TV with Tivo, Blu-Ray DVD Player and we have a Wii. We even have comfy theatre seating. Oops! Forgot to mention the bar area with microwave for that needed movie popcorn.
There is a large gourmet kitchen that is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen has a large granite topped center island w/extra prep sink, double ovens, microwave, all cooking & serving utensils you need for whipping up spectacular meals . We even have a supply of many spices, condiments, paper products for your convenience. Bring your favorite recipes, food and channel your inner Chef!
This home has 5 bedrooms (one with 2 sets of bunk beds and a sofa sleeper that is the perfect kids room) and 4 full bathrooms and 2 half baths. The Master Bedroom Suite & Master Bath is located on the main floor and the other 4 bedrooms w/Jack and Jill bathrooms are on the upstairs guest level. We even have a 2nd floor guest laundry for drying out those suits. No need to bring linens or beach towels either as we provide it all.
We have pictures to give you a sampling of what 'SERENITY' has to offer but there is so much more to see and do. See complete house pictures at www.facebook.com/serenitylakehouse
This is truly a perfect place to leave it all behind and come enjoy the lake! Whether gathering for a family reunion, friend get together or a couple escape, why go all the way to the Ozarks when you have 'SERENITY' just outside of St Louis and all the town has to offer! So, come & escape to the lake!
NOTE: We have a 2nd vacation home at Lake Sherwood being offered for vacation rentals starting Memorial Day 2013. REFLECTIONS Lake House is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath 4,400 sq ft home right on the main lake too with amazing water front views from almost every room. Sleeps 10-12 guests. Check it out at www.reflectionslakehouse.com if Serenity is booked.
WHAT’S NEW at SERENITY? We constantly hear rave reviews about how nice, new and clean our lake home looks. Well, that takes a lot of effort and we continuously strive to enhance your vacation experience. Many of these things didn’t “need” to be done but I love to shop and keep things changing. lol! We are always upgrading to keep SERENITY fresh. These are some of the upgrades over the past year. Check back to see what is new!
April /May2013
New great room furniture added – very nice and comfy!
34+ man hours and 20 yards of mulch to spiffy up exterior landscaping
Windows Professionally Cleaned (All 60+ of them)
Nightscape Lighting all serviced and checked. Serenity looks like a resort at night!
February 2013
We are freshening up some rooms with new decor...one of the upstairs bathrooms will get a new look, custom crown molding being added in several rooms, bunk bed room new décor and more. Our decorator has some great ideas. (very excited)
Custom fireplace doors installed and new cool look to lower level fireplace.
New Hot Tub Cover installed & total drain, clean and service of the hot tub.
December 2012
We purchased a ton of new Holiday Decor including a new 12 ft Christmas tree for the great room. It all looked so festive and we heard rave reviews from our holiday guests. check out the pictures on our facebook site.
More crazy clocks added. Oh my!
October 2012
Fall landscaping clean up all done
Fall window cleaning (all 60+ windows)
Bought super soft new plush blankets for all the beds
Added more clocks (again)
August 2012
Wait till you see this new Outdoor Grill! It is a huge stainless steel outdoor kitchen grill and even has an oven built in it.
The clock collection grew again.
July 2012
Redid new bedding, added a great rug in log bedroom.
May 2012
Installed new home theatre HD projector and receiver... WOW! $5700 worth of new equipment but the picture is awesome!
All decks power washed and stained
Purchased additional neoprene life jackets (total inventory 30+/assorted sizes)
Bought new fishing equipment for guests
Installed new ceiling fan in master bedroom
Keywords: Luxurious, relaxing, beautiful, serene, lakefront home, st louis, family reunion, kids, fishing
Property Type
- 3 story
- House
- 4500 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Limited Accessibility
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Beds for 12-16
- Master Bedroom & Luxury Bath
- 1 king
- Master Suite on main level
- Palms Bedroom
- 1 king
- Upstairs Guest Level
- Log Bedroom
- 1 queen
- Upstairs Guest Level
- Bunk Bed Room
- 2 bunk bed, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Perfect room for kids (can sleep up to 6-8 kids)
- Lower Level Sofa Sleeper
- 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Plus we have a queen Aero Bed
- VIP Suite w/extra sofa sleeper
- 1 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Upstairs Guest Level
Bathrooms
- 4.0 Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
- Master Bath Suite
- jetted tub, toilet, shower
- Located in Master on Main Level
- Great Room Half Bath
- toilet
- Located in the main level great room area
- Kitchen Half Bath
- toilet
- Located in kitchen hallway
- Palm & Bunk Bed Shared Bath
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Jack & Jill style shared bath with seperate vanity area
- VIP Suite & Log Room Shared Bath
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- Jack & Jill style shared bath with seperate vanity area
- Lower Level Bath
- toilet, shower
- Located on the entertainment level
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Toaster
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Heating
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Foosball
- CD Player
Communications
- Internet
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Luxury
- Romantic
Location & View
Activities
- Churches
- Hiking
- Water Skiing
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Cycling
- Golf
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Walking
- Scenic Drives
- Paddle Boating
- Bird Watching
- Restaurants
- Winery Tours
- Playground
- Sailing
- Swimming
Other Activities
Reviews
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Absolutely Wonderful !!!!
Absolutely Wonderful !!!!
- Guest Hakuna Matata
- Date of stay 03/29/13
- Review Submitted 04/09/13
This property was truly amazing and the owner has thought of absolutely everything you could possibly need. We had our family plus a couple extras with us for the weekend for a total of 2 parents and 5 teenage/college age kids. The basement was a perfect place for all of us to hang out and enjoy time together, the hot tub was wonderful and the outside grounds were beautiful. Everyone had their own bedroom and they were spectacular!! Kitchen has absolutely everything you could possibly need and we all enjoyed the three season porch area as well!!! The owner and property manager were great to work with, too!! As mentioned in the description, the driveway was extremely steep and provided us with a great deal of laughs.....no issues! We hope to stay there again over the next several years!! Driving into the city of St. Louis is a bit of a trip, so plan to stay at the home and enjoy everything it has to offer. You won't be disappointed!!!!!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: Tammy - we just loved sharing our home with your group and are so thrilled you had such a wonderful time! Look forward to having you back! Kim
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The Very Best!
The Very Best!
- Guest Clamdigs
- Date of stay 02/22/13
- Review Submitted 04/04/13
Our group of girls just couldn’t believe how well stocked this house is. The owners are so generous for sharing their incredible home and so thoughtful for providing anything one might need during their stay. The media room is fantastic, many of us enjoyed relaxing and watching movies, others enjoyed time outside by the firepit and soaking in the hot tub. We do a getaway weekend every year in Jan/Feb to help cure the winter doldrums. It was such a good weekend at Serentiy house that we’ve already reserved our time for next year. We certainly look forward to it.Owner response: Julie - I love SERENITY too in the winter and think it is the perfect girls escape. Thanks for telling us how much you liked it too. See you next year. Kim
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Over the top!
Over the top!
- Guest Melissa
- Date of stay 03/13/13
- Review Submitted 03/17/13
This has been a terrific experience from beginning to end. The owners/managers have been great to work with! These people have customer service figured out, and a satisfied guest is their ultimate goal. Our family met at Serenity after traveling from SC, MN, WI and IL. Well worth all the hours behind the wheel to find every amenity at our fingertips when we arrived. Thanks, Terri and Kim, for making this Mom's dream come true!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: Melissa...thank you so much for staying with us. We get so excited hearing that everyone had such a great time, great memories and more. We look forward to seeing you back again. Kim
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Great house but no hot water!
Great house but no hot water!
- Guest Ohclash
- Date of stay 02/16/13
- Review Submitted 02/23/13
Our stay would have been great if the hot water had not gone out on half of the house, rendering the master bath and upstairs shared bath unusable. Getting up in the middle of the night and having to travel to find a bathroom with my young child was not fun at all. I called the owner but the soonest it could be fixed was the next day immediately before our departure. Surprisingly, no one ever offered us any kind of discount for our inconvenience. This place also has an incredibly steep driveway which would be impossible to access if there were any ice on the driveway. Should also mention that it is remotely located and aside from a gas station and a tavern, there is no restaurant or grocery in about 15 miles. Beautiful house with good amenities, wish it would have been a better experience for us.Owner response: I called this group Saturday late morning to check on their stay and they raved about the house. In fact the father of the group specifically asked to speak with me and went on and on about the beauty of the house, the care of the house, etc. I am quite shocked by this review. We had even offered for the group to have a complimentary late check out which they did do. Plus offered for the family members that were not flying out until Monday to stay over Sunday night for no charge. Let me set the record straight as these comments are not quite accurate. Our home has 2-80 gal hot water heaters and we have 4 full baths and two half baths. It is unfortunate that the heating elements in one of them went out unexpectedly during their stay. The group contacted me at 8pm on a Saturday night as the hot water on one side of the house was not working and asked if i could get someone out. I immediately contacted our repair person and he arrived at the house by 9pm that night and was unable to fix it on the spot. The next morning we had a 2nd repair person come and it was determined it was the heating element which required getting parts, draining, etc. they had the repair complete by Sunday afternoon but the group was checking out. However, we did have 2 full bathrooms w/showers + half bath, kitchen, laundry, etc. all that had plenty of hot water from the 2nd 80 gal tank. In addition the remaining 2.5 bathrooms were all functioning so there was no need for little ones to have had to "travel" to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. There are bathrooms next to EACH bedroom. Yes, most of the lake homes have a steep driveway and if there were snow or ice we have a service that treats it and plows. Yes, the lake house is more remote as the closet grocery/nice restaurant is 20 minutes away. We think that is a plus as you are coming to the lake to escape. We tell our guests where to shop before they arrive Bottom line...we are so disappointed to hear this group was unhappy but we couldn't prevent the unexpected hot water heater and felt we responded as best we could. Our goal is or every group to love their stay at SERENITY. We think you can see from all our reviews that this was a unique situation. We did not refund money for the stay but instead refunded 100% of the group's deposit despite the extra cleaning that was required do to the condition the group left the house.
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Everything was Perfect!
Everything was Perfect!
- Guest Michelle
- Date of stay 12/23/12
- Review Submitted 01/15/13
This house was absolutely perfect! The owner's have thought of everything. The pictures of this property are beautiful, but you have to see it to appreciate it. We have rented other properties for vacations, but none have been as exceptional as this one. I love to cook, and this kitchen was amazing - I thought that I would be left wishing I had this gadget or that serving piece - I was wrong - the kitchen was stocked with everything imaginable! The game room and home theater were the icing on the cake and afforded all a great time! The beds were all very comfortable, and well kept. Can't wait to come back in the summer sometime to experience the lake activities too! Everyone in our party would highly recommend this property, and we cannot think of anything but postitives to say about it!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: We loved having your family with us for the holidays and we are so happy you enjoyed the house and decor. It was fun doing some extra new holiday decor to make SERENITY special for the holidays. Thanks for such great feedback too!! Please return again. Kim & Terrie
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Making Christmas memories
Making Christmas memories
- Guest colonelcupcake
- Date of stay 12/19/12
- Review Submitted 01/02/13
Our 3 families met at Serenity Lakehouse for a few days before Chrismas as it was a meeting point. The house has beautiful large windows which made the snowy days even more beautiful. It is very spacious with plenty of rooms for the families and children. I was a little nervous with the beautiful Christmas decorations everywhere - very eleganting decorated - with the 3 yr old twins, but after putting some things out of reach, we were fine. we did not get to utilize the boat dock area or lake but, thoroughly enjoyed hunkering down with the snow falling outside. The kitchen and dining area were very high end - nice lighting, granite countertops,large elegant dining table. The art work, the luxery bedding, the beautiful jacuzzi bath, too much to mention. Very tempting to come back during the warmer months and enjoy what the rest of this property offers.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Owner response: Patsy...this review just warmed my heart. I feel the same peaceful feeling every time I am at SERENITY and it snows. Such a lovey time of year and thrilled your family had a joyous holiday season. Decorating was fun for us too so glad you all liked it. Even the little ones. Please come stay with us again. Kim
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A great family holiday vacation
A great family holiday vacation
- Guest Orangecal family
- Date of stay 12/14/12
- Review Submitted 12/26/12
The property was everything promised. It was wonderfully decorated which contributed to our enjoyment of the holidays. Very spacious and room to spread out for everyone. The kitchen lacks nothing for preparing any kind of meal. Just a fabulous time. My son in law is an animator and drew a snowman inspired by the decor in the guest book.it says it all.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Owner response: As I emailed you....thank you for the amazing drawing and kind notes about your holiday stay at SERENITY. I framed the drawing and it is proudly on display for all to enjoy. We hope to see your families back at SERENITY again and again. (I will need more art. Smiles). Kim
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Perfect place for relaxation and fun
Perfect place for relaxation and fun
- Guest Jane
- Date of stay 11/09/12
- Review Submitted 12/17/12
We are a group of 14 women who have been together for 7 years. Once a year we take a trip away to just relax and spend time bonding. This place was the perfect place. We've tried others and this one far exceeds every other place. The large kitchen, the screened-in porch, the dock by the lake, the basement, the theatre, the hot tub, the porches, all made this an amazing place to be with friends. We visited a few wineries when we stayed at Serenity Lake House. We used a company called The Wine Wagon for transportation. They picked us up at the house, dropped us off at the end of the day. Great way to have a safe, crazy, fun day touring the wineries. The house is tastefully decorated, has every amenity you could ask for, and was exceptionally clean and comfortable. The property managers were great to deal with, easy to contact, and helpful with every question and 'situation' we had. Every one of us would highly recommend this as a fantastic place to stay for any large group.Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway.
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Relaxing getaway
Relaxing getaway
- Guest Happy camper
- Date of stay 10/21/12
- Review Submitted 10/28/12
We are a group of friends from across the country who love to travel together. We met in St. Louis this year and found this wonderful home for our stay, how lucky. The driveway is a little intimidating (steep) but there is ample parking at the house. All of the rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable. We love to cook and the kitchen was the best appointed of any I have seen in the several houses we've rented. We had fantastic weather and spent most of our time enjoying the many outdoor spaces, all of which are thoughtfully planned and very comfortable. There is not one thing I would change!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Sally: We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at SERENITY and were able to take advantage of both indoor and outdoor spaces! We look forward to your return!! Terrie & Kim
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Amazing
Amazing
- Guest Ted
- Date of stay 10/16/12
- Review Submitted 10/27/12
The house is extremely well-appointed, and the area and lake outside are beautiful. We had an amazing stay.Owner response: Hi Ted! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and found the spare propane tank! :~) We look forward to your return!! Terrie & Kim
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$395 | |||||
| Memorial Day Holiday May 23 - May 29 4 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| Summer Vacation Season May 30 - Jun 27 5 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| July 4th Holiday Time Jun 28 - Jul 6 5 night min stay |
$695 | |||||
| Summer Vacation Season Jul 7 - Aug 14 5 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| End of Summer Season Aug 15 - Aug 28 3 night min stay |
$495 | |||||
| Labor Day Holiday Aug 29 - Sep 2 4 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| Fabulous Fall Season Sep 3 - Nov 20 3 night min stay |
$495 | |||||
| Thanksgiving Holiday Nov 21 - Nov 30 4 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| Winter Escape Dec 1 - Dec 19 2 night min stay |
$395 | |||||
| Christmas & New Years Holiday Dec 20 - Jan 5 4 night min stay |
$595 | |||||
| Refresh/Renew for The New Year Jan 7 - Feb 28 2 night min stay |
$395 | |||||
| Spring Break Season Mar 1 - May 22 3 night min stay |
$495 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
***SERENITY Past Guests Call About Possible Discounts*** Cleaning fees vary based on size of group & time of year...$250-$295. These rates for valid for 2013. Inquiries for 2014 may have slightly different seasonal dates/rates. All rates and bookings are confirmed by property owner. Rates are subject to change, based on availability.
Fees:
- Property Damage Protection: $49
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $350
- Cleaning Fee: $250
- Taxes Not included
Cancellation policy:
Lake Sherwood is a gated community so we will need all guest names submitted to us two weeks prior to arrival so we may notify the security gate.
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Location
- Nearest Airport: Lambert St Louis International Airport (STL at 40 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Hwy 70 at 10 Miles
- Nearest Beach: We have a clubhouse beach area on the main lake at 2 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: T & D Tavern (local super casual bar) at 2 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Numerous Courses at 20 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Closest are really all 20-30 minutes at 20 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2003
About the owner: Serenity was built for family and friends to gather for fun, relaxing and memories. Lake Sherwood is the best kept secret outside of St Louis that I have enjoyed since a young child. You will enjoy the feeling of being away from the world here with all it's beauty and wildlife. Pictured are L-R, Amy Fossett, Terrie Stiles & Kim Garner (owner). We are long time friends and have enjoyed the lake since Kim & Amy bought there first weekend house in 1997 at Lake Sherwood. Several years later we sold that weekend house and Kim Garner had this home custom built in 2003. The home was designed for entertaining friends and guests. We are now pleased to offer it for rental for others to enjoy. The minute you drive through the gates at Lake Sherwood you will experience the true 'Serenity' of the lake.
Why the Owner Chose St. Louis:
With 'Serenity' only being 25 minutes from Chesterfield and less than an hour from downtown St Louis/Cardinal Baseball/Rams and most St. Louis Tourist Attractions makes this a perfect getaway without taking forever to arrive. There is so much to do around this area that one could spend several days without even taking advantage of all St Louis has to offer. The wineries, Katy's Trail (hiking and biking), shopping nearby and enjoying all Lake Sherwood has is a vacation in itself.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Floating on the water and BBQ in the summer and warming up in the hot tub in the winter are my favorite things to do here. If the weather is not so great, the basement is full of entertainment. Watching deer through the two story windows while sitting infront of the fireplace is also relaxing.
Photos
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Two story great room on main level w/stone gas fireplace. Awesome room!
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Gourmet kitchen and adjacent screened in porch is perfect for group meals.
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Screened in porch is right off the kitchen. Many blissful mornings spent here.
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The serene rocking chair deck is a good spot to watch for the deer that visit.
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The theatre area w/110 inch HDTV w/surround sound is a very popular hang out.
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Master Bedroom suite with king bed, luxurious bedding, lake views & 47 in TV.
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Palms Room with King Bed and Lake Views (32 inch TV)
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Log Bedroom with Queen Bed and LakeViews (no TV in this room)
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Waterfront View with Large Deck and Large Dock Area Below
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Lake view from our dock and boys having fun w/the kayak.
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Another great deck which is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee.
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Welcome to SERENITY Lake House! All recent photos, more at our facebook page.
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Relax and enjoy the great room wall of windows w/the tree filled lake view.
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The large center island and counter work great as a buffet serving area.
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8 person Hot Tub. At night see the bright stars and glistening lake views.
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Party room w/pool, poker, foosball table, fireplace and hot tub right outside.
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So much to see and do in this fun party room. Plus check out my crazy clocks.
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Luxurious master bath suite with whirlpool tub, large separate shower. WOW!
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VIP Suite with Queen Bed and Queen Sofa Bed. (32in TV)
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Bunk Bed room, 2 full/2 twin beds + queen sofa sleeper. 32 in TV 2nd Level
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Large dock w/paddleboat, canoe and kayak for your use. Boats not for rent.
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Kids of all ages enjoy the water toys and lake. Or just float and chill.
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Front view of house. Garage and outside parking for 8+ cars.
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Make memories at SERENITY!
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