Picture Perfect Porch for Watching Wildlife & Listening to Lake Sounds!
Location: Shell Knob, Table Rock Lake, Missouri, USA (Springfield & Branson 1 hour)
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-9)
ECONOMIC STIMULUS RATE REDUCTION! We have reduced the rate by 15% to 20% to make it easier for everyone to be able to take a much needed, worry free, affordable vacation. Come recharge your batteries and make some great memories! See our web site for the original rates and more pictures! You can find us at: The Cabin At The Lake (no spaces and be sure to add dot com!).
Over the lake and through the woods to the Bear's Den we go! Featured in Shell Knob's Chamber of Commerce Christmas Tour of Homes, the Bear's Den was the one where the guests came in, looked around and then announced this is where they wanted to stay for awhile! Nestled in the woods on Big Bear Lane, the lake and a love of the outdoors is evident everywhere. From the custom, handmade cedar dining table to each specially decorated room, no detail has been overlooked.
Impeccably maintained, the owners, renters of vacation homes themselves, have made the Bear's Den the perfect vacation destination. Filled with movies and CD's from their private collection, games ranging from Chutes & Ladders to Trivial Pursuit and Backgammon, books for any taste, a fully stocked kitchen that includes wine, martini & champagne glasses, this "year round" Ozarks destination will create many happy memories for years to come.
The large living room features two custom futons that will sleep four, while the sunroom has a daybed for one. Queen sized beds are in each of the two bedrooms. The utility room has a washer & dryer as well as an upright freezer to store all those fish you might want to catch! The spacious kitchen includes lots of counter space and cabinets that hold an on-going supply of basic spices, oil, vinegar, some tea and coffee, too. The bathrooms are stocked with ample towels for bathing as well as beach towels for the lake!
Picnicking on lakeside picnic tables is just a short walk away. You can get your feet wet, if so inclined! Boat launching and a well maintained swimming area are only a quick 10 minutes away at Campbell Point State Park & Marina. Boats and boat slips are available to rent there or at King's River Marina. A quick call to either Marina will give you their rates.
Spring flowers awakening from their slumber along with Dogwood and Redbud trees blooming, lazy Summer days drifting slowly by, Autumn's magnificent display of fall color spreading across the Ozarks Mountains like a quilt, Winter's soft, gentle snowfall dressing the woods in white. These are just a few of one's favorite things to savor at Bear's Den. Come soon and come often. The Cabin At The Lake is ready for you!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central heat and air makes it super comfortable after a day out and about!
- Linens Provided: Top of the line linens, fluffy bath towels, beach towels and even towels to dry the boat!
- Covered Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Between the carport and the extra large driveway, you can park 5 vehicles!
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Wow, are these comfortable! Special ordered, customed made, sweet dreams are yours! Desinger sheets include flannel sets for winter!
- Twin/Single Bed: Daybed in the sunroom is the perfect spot for a quiet, comfy snooze!
- Convertible Bed (2) : Custome ordered super comfortable futons ensure a good nights sleep!
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: 100+ DVDs and 50+ VHS movies are waiting for you and some popcorn!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Over 200 CDs ranging from rock to pop to jazz to country to rockabilly!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything from a pizza stone in the oven to cake pans for that special occasion! Salt/pepper and lots of basic spices in the cabinet!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lake View: Lake view in the winter and lake sounds in the summer!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Smoke Free Cabin! Ceiling Fans, Attic Fan, Loads of Books & Tons of Games! Large Utility Room includes a Deep Freeze, Ironing Board w/ Iron, Soft Water, Extra Large Driveway, and a memory making Fire Ring for Weeny Roasts.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Bicycles and a wagon to tote lunch to the lakeside picnic table is a great way to use up energy! Lots of games to keep everyone happy in case of rain!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Branson, Springfield, Eureka Springs Arkansas, Camp Kanakuk, Silver Dollar City, Roaring River Fish Hatchery & Hiking Tails, Shepard of the Hills, Wonders of the World Wildlife Museum, Bass Pro Shop, Reading on the Deck, Peace & Quiet, Weeny Roast & Cooking S'mores, White Water, Campbell Point Marina, Kings River Marina, Waking to the Sound of Birds Singing, Doing Absolutely Nothing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$500/2 nights minimum, $600/3 nights, $700/4 nights,
$800/5 nights, $900/6 nights, $1000/7 nights.
Half due at time of booking with balance due 30 days prior to arrival.
100% due at time of booking if it's a short notice booking.
Some holidays can be slightly higher due to demand. Book Early!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Shell Knob
Even though Terry grew up with his own rugged one room cabin in the woods at his family's farm, that Jane grew up with a primative family weekend cabin in the country just outside St. Louis (her grandparents even had one on the Mermac River) and that our two children spent many formative years in their dad's cabin in the woods, it never dawned on any of us to have that kind of a get away as grown-ups. We were leaning towards the whole boat on the water experience instead. Therefore, we initially bought this piece of property strickly as an financial investment. After the professional renovation and transformation from "house" into "cabin" we found that it wasn't really a sound financial investment after all - we went way over budget. It has, however, been an incredible investment in our family, friends, and all the wonderful people that we have had as quests. While we really enjoy having the houseboat at Shell Knob, by far the cabin is where we love to spend most of our free time. Free Time. Now that's a novel phrase. Who has any free time anymore? We sure don't and that's why we share the Bear's Den - so others can enjoy it instead of it just sitting there, with the bears, in hibernation. Come stay a few nights or a few weeks! It's one of the best investments you'll make!
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
Quiet. Quiet. Quiet. A good night's
sleep thanks to really comfortable
beds and, did we mention, quiet?
Property Photos
- Picture Perfect Porch for Watching Wildlife & Listening to Lake Sounds! - Table Rock Lake, Missouri - Shell Knob Vacation Real Estate
- Elk Rug Amply Anchors Comfortable, and Ample, Sitting Area! - Table Rock Lake, Missouri - Shell Knob Vacation Real Estate
- Super Clean & Spacious Kitchen Has Room For Several Cooks! - Table Rock Lake, Missouri - Shell Knob Vacation Real Estate
- Beautiful Bedrooms Bring the Outdoors In!
- Do Bears Sit In The Woods? In This Sparkling Bath, YES!
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What a great escape! Thanks for sharing your happy place. You need to submit this cabin to Country Living. Its too cool to keep a secret!
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To the Mooneyhams and future guests: this is a wonderful cabin to stay in for a vacation. The Mooneyham's attention to every detail in what a family might need made a "perfect stay". Thanks for sharing your Bear's Den. We hope to come back next year!
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It is so peaceful and quiet here - so relaxing. I really don't want to go back to the world.
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I had such an amazing time here in the "Bear's Den". If only we didn't have to go home so soon. I had so much fun here. We sat by the fire, roasted marshmellows, told spooky stories and we played board games, too. Thank you SO much!
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Just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful stay at the Bear's Den. We are so happy you share your lovely cabin with visitors. We were so comfortable. The personal baskets were great. We each had a place for our things and able to keep the bathrooms neat and tidy. Couldn't "bear" to use the decorative towels, just loved looking at everything. You have thought of everything to make a visitor feel at home. We didn't want to leave and can't wait to come back!
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Thanks for a great time. It was a memory packed vacation. Everything we could have asked for in a get away!!!
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Thank you so much for opening your "picture perfect" cabin to us. We had an amazing time and it opened our eyes to a part of Missouri we never imagined even existed. We had an unforgetable time.
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We ejoyed our stay very much. Your cabin was our perfect get-away. Very relaxing week with perfect weather.
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Thanks for letting us stay at your fabulous cabin. We really enjoyed it!
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What a fantastic weekend!! Even though I was busy the entire time I feel relaxed and ready for the week ahead. I truely appreciate all of the hard work you have put in this "home" away from home. Thank-you. Thank-you!!