Small Town USA Brings Rest, Relaxation and Great Lake Fun!

• A Great Resource

  A Great Resource

  • Guest DPH
  • Date of stay 08/17/12
  • Review Submitted 08/27/12
  The Hoff House was family central for a recent gathering. Lots of space for children and adults to spread out - it was extra hot and w/ drought conditions so we didn't spend much time outside -- but plenty of space there if the weather had coordinated. Beds were comfortable, kitchen better stocked than many, all in all a great value. Stairs to upstairs are steep by today's standards -- frail and/or elderly would likely find them challenging.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers.

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• Unique Charm and a lot of space inside and out

  Unique Charm and a lot of space inside and out

  • Guest Pikes Peak Family
  • Date of stay 06/29/12
  • Review Submitted 07/05/12
  My family and I loved the history and character of this home. It has a lot of space. It maintains the unique look of an 1850's home with updated amenities. It is super close to Stockton Lake which we went to for boating and swimming. I would recommend it for a large group or big family.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

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• Perfect Home Base for our Family Adventure

  Perfect Home Base for our Family Adventure

  • Guest C
  • Date of stay 03/22/12
  • Review Submitted 03/30/12
  My family and my siblings' families have an annual adventure during spring break. This year we chose southwest Missouri as our destination and stumbled across the Hoff House listing in our attempt to avoid all things "Branson." What a serendipitous stumbling. We loved everything about the Hoff House. My 13 year old niece said so simply how everyone felt, "This place feels like home." We all felt that which is saying a lot. We have 3 teenage girls and 2 small boys in 3 families. We had plenty of room to spread out and get ready everyday. I cannot recommend this place enough.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

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• Black Walnut Festival 2011

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  Black Walnut Festival 2011

  • Guest Cheryl and Mike
  • Date of stay 09/23/11
  • Review Submitted 09/28/11
  We absolutely loved the house and everything in it!! It was decorated beautifully and especially liked the plaques and pictures giving the history of the house and it's former owners. Your family is to be commended for preserving such a great, old house and for sharing it with us. It is a great place to hold a family get together and we look forward to renting it again in the future.

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  • Guest Barbara
  • Date of stay 07/11/11
  • Review Submitted 07/25/11
  I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised to find the house "just what we needed." There was ample space to fit all 18 of us - four families - 8 adults and 10 kids ranging in age from 4 weeks to 12 years old (there were 3 three year olds and one four year old). The house was clean, beautifully arranged. I loved the little "touches" around the house like the antique sled, pitchers, pictures, quilts, as well the the "modern" touches. The washer and drying was definitely a much used item, as well as the waffle iron, and the 3 bathrooms. All the towels, and kitchen utensils were a great help!!! We thoroughly enjoyed Stockton lake, we went to the beach almost daily, and my son in law and grandchildren went fishing "a lot"! We were very sad to leave. The Hoff House defiantly felt like "home away from home"

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• Thanksgiving at the Hoff House

  Thanksgiving at the Hoff House

  • Guest Dixie
  • Date of stay 11/22/07
  • Review Submitted 01/24/11
  Our family from Dallas, California and Kansas City met at the Hoff House for the Thanksgiving holiday this past year. Our home was not large enough to accomodate our bunch and we were delighted with the spaciousness of the home and the items available so that it was so little trouble to have our dinner prepared and served at the harvest table. My family was delighted and we are looking forward to possibly getting together this summer for some lake activities and are talking about renting a pontoon boat for our group. The house was super clean and I look longingly at it as I drive by but am looking forward to our next visit.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+.

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• A great family getaway, or romantic hideaway!

  A great family getaway, or romantic hideaway!

  • Guest Daniel
  • Date of stay 01/23/11
  • Review Submitted 01/24/11
  The Hoff House is truly one of the most unique and interesting vacation homes I have ever seen. The rustic yet comfortable feel takes you back in time, and at the same time makes you feel right at home. All the space makes it perfect for family gatherings, but the amenities (jetted tub, cozy rooms) also make it ideal for a romantic getaway for the adults. In fact, with two floors, mom and dad can have the romantic getaway upstairs, while grandma and the kids have the family gathering down! Everything was clean, neat, and orderly, and the perfect mix of escape form city life and comfortable country living. The house is far enough off the street, and the town small enough, that you can feel private, but you are just minutes away from a premier sailing lake (not to mention fishing, tubing, skiing, caving, and more). Be sure to check out Bongo's Italian restaurant. I would unreservedly recommend this place to any and all looking to take an unforgettable vacation.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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• Love from London!

  Love from London!

  • Guest English Expat
  • Date of stay 01/20/11
  • Review Submitted 01/20/11
  We have had the pleasure of staying in the Hoff House on multiple occasions while visiting our American relatives in the Ozarks. We are always delighted by the country charm of the home and the decor gives the spacious home a welcoming cozy feel which appeals so much to our English taste. We thoroughly recommend this house as a home away from home for a week retreat or a home away from home when visiting the lake, friends or family. It's always tidy, cheery and has all the amenities you would need to self cater. Cheers to the Mitchels for always making us feel welcome and providing such a perfect place to reconnect with the Ozarks on our yearly holiday. Cheerio! Neil and Amy Gomme

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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Additional information about rental rates

We require 50% down plus a $100 deposit upon booking along with signed contract and guidelines supplied by owner. The remaining 50% is due 14 days before check-in. Cancellation can be made without penalty before the final payment is made or 14 days prior to check in date.

Additional Fees and Taxes:

7.975% Sales Tax