Located in St. Joseph, this lodge is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Windsor Ruins and Bethel Presbyterian Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Lake Bruin State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
The ULTIMATE Lake House! The Oxbow boasts 5 bedrooms/ 4 baths + a huge sleeping porch. The house sleeps up to 26 guests with extra space for blow up mattresses.
The upstairs living area is an enormous 1200 square feet and opens to a 575 square foot covered balcony with fans. The balcony is 48 feet wide. The Oxbow is an entertainment heaven for family, friends, weddings, business meetings, etc.
This property is very charming and unique....all the walls are either pine or white-washed brick and all the ceilings and counters (kitchen & baths) are aged tin. Antique collections abound.
The new 500 sq ft addition holds a monstrous bathroom/ dressing room with 3 sinks and a huge shower "room" (5x7). The bath is designed like a cabana in that it has a door to the outside so the kids can enter without having to go through the house. The addition also holds a 2nd full-size laundry room. There are 2 bedrooms on the upper level. One has a king bed and the other has a queen bed.
The downstairs has another large den that has a sleeper sofa and a daybed, 2 bedrooms, one that has a king size bed, one that has a queen size bed plus a day bed, the nook bedroom that has a queen size bed, 2 baths and a 600 sq ft screened sleeping porch. We are excited to announce that the sleeping porch now has AC and heating so that all our guests will be able to rest comfortably whether inside the lodge or on the porch. The porch has bunk beds and day beds that will accommodate 8 guests. We do have one queen blow up mattress available to use.
The lake side of the house is all glass upstairs AND downstairs....the views and sunsets are AWESOME! The top floor has a vaulted ceiling that brings the sunset inside. From the upstairs den, you step out to a 48' wide deck.
There is a handicap ramp leading into the lodge and one of the bathrooms upstairs has a walk in shower that has a shower chair.
The dock covers 2700 sq. ft of space and has one boat slip with lift. A huge swim dock (32x16) has been added. The new swim dock has built-in benches for enjoying the sunset and watching the kids. The dock swing is a favorite perch for watching those gorgeous sunsets.
Fishing off the dock is a favorite of many of our guests.
There's plenty of room inside and out and the property is very private. We do have outside surveillance cameras located for security purposes. One is located outside the carport showing the driveway as guests come in. The second one is located in a tree viewing the walkway on the side of the house where guests enter the property.
The house is very well equipped...plenty of linens, pots & pans. Small appliances include 2 coffee pots, one regular and one Keurig. Other appliances include a mixer, a toaster, Ninja blender, air fryer and crockpots. We have 2 outdoor grills. One is charcoal and one is gas.
Across the street is the Lake Bruin Country club where tennis and golf are offered with a fee being paid by guest. Lake Bruin state park is just a few miles away. It offers walking areas, a splash pad, a swimming area and a boat launch. There is a small entry fee to get into the park.
The Oxbow was featured in BAYOU LIFE MAGAZINE in July 2015. If you would like to see more pictures and the article, google:
Bayou Life Magazine/ "Doin' Bruin"
LAKE WEDDINGS
Lake Bruin Oxbow Lodge is an extraordinary venue for small weddings. There is a beautiful sunset for your background.
The grounds and dock provide a different setting for your reception, and there's limited parking for your guests. We can build your personal wedding package. We have a special package that includes 3 days & 2 nights...location for rehearsal & dinner, wedding & reception. Prices are available upon request.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out instructions are provided in a binder on the kitchen bar.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1072287
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin?
As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin on Sep 14, 2026 start from $623, 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?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Oxbow Lodge of Lake Bruin located?
Situated in St. Joseph, this golf lodge is steps from Lake Bruin, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Bruin State Park and Mississippi River. Lake St. John is 27.4 mi (44.1 km) away.