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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Monroe City, MO

Mark Twain Lake15 min walk
Mark Twain State Park19 min drive
Mark Twain State Park Beach23 min drive
Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional)98 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

It's not too often that you book a VRBO simply as your vacation destination, but this is one of those places! We booked ...

Andy B.

Apr 3, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room 1

1 King Bed

Guest Room 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

“Peaceful Retreat” @ MTL

Mark Twain Lake area has a lot to offer! Our “Peaceful Retreat” is located just 10 miles from Monroe City, and the property is only 5 minutes from Indian Creek Marina.

Very nice home includes a large kitchen/dining area with a breakfast nook. Large living room with a wood burning stove. We offer free Wi-Fi and there is a 50” Smart TV with Firestick. Three spacious bedrooms that will sleep 8 comfortably with room for setting up the portable queen size bed for added sleeping. Each bedroom has a digital clock with a USB port and charging station for docking your cell phone. Laundry room is well stocked for use during your stay. There is a large, beautiful deck for warm weather enjoyment. A Gas Grill and a Fire Pit for your enjoyment. There is a 2 acre lake for fishing (and you are allowed to keep whatever you catch), swimming & kayaking! No fireworks are allowed.

Take Hwy 24 South out of Monroe City, to Hwy HH (Indian Creek) turn left. Go to Monroe County Road 581 (blacktop) and turn left. We are 1.5 miles on the right. Turn at the Indian Creek Boat & RV Storage Office sign on the right. Bring your boat (there is parking on the property down by the garage), bring your family and enjoy the peaceful country setting. There is a private 2 acre lake for fishing as well. We (the owners) do live on the property as well with our dogs, but respect your privacy and give you full use of the deck, dock/lake area during your stay, but are here to help if you need anything during your stay!

Early check in may sometimes be available. Please contact us first for availability and fee charge.

Only 30 minutes from Hannibal where you can visit Museums, Mark Twain Cave, restaurants, antique stores and More! And less than 15 minutes to Monroe City!

Property manager

Vicki Poertner

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed outside

Any damage done to the property and contents during the stay will be the rental parties responsibility.

Property Manager/Owner will issue you a key code within 24 hours of check in.

There will be a set of rules and quide lines that will be available for you to read and sign upon your arrival

Important information

You need to know

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

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Monroe City

Located in Monroe City, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mark Twain State Park and Mark Twain Lake, while Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site and Shelby Coutny Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights. With motor boating, fishing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Monroe City, MO

What's nearby

Mark Twain Lake - 15 min walk
Mark Twain State Park - 19 min drive
Mark Twain State Park Beach - 23 min drive
Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site - 24 min drive
Mark Twain Cave - 52 min drive

Getting around

Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rustic Oak Cabin Restaurant - ‬42 min drive
‪Monroe City Nutrition Center - ‬17 min drive
‪Dugout Lounge - ‬17 min drive
‪Maddie's on Main - ‬17 min drive
‪The Wedge Diner - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Peaceful Retreat” @ MTL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “Peaceful Retreat” @ MTL?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Peaceful Retreat” @ MTL?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “Peaceful Retreat” @ MTL located?

This family-friendly Monroe City vacation home is located in a rural location, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Mark Twain Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Mark Twain State Park Beach and Mark Twain State Park. Sodalis Nature Preserve and Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jody A.

Jul 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience, as always!

This is our third year staying here and it was wonderful, as always. They've even made some lovely improvements to the property. Looking forward to next year.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey K.

Jul 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousins weekend

We do a yearly cousins weekend add this property and we love it

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie M.

Jun 28, 2024

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Peaceful Reconnection!

Vicki quickly responded to each inquiry and was most kind. The property was spacious and well-stocked with most anything you might imagine. There is plenty of room for yard games, a huge deck overlooking the oversized pond, and an amazing corn crib fire pit! Our 7 and 8 year olds enjoyed trying to play badminton and it was fun feeding the fish in the pond too. Smores was definitely a highlight.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Jun 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fishing Trip

We came to Mark Twain Lake for a family fishing trip. Vicki’s place was awesome. Had everything we needed. Vicki was quick to respond to our questions. Beautiful and peaceful setting, close to boat ramp. Will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Apr 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This is a wonderful and peaceful place! We had a great time with our family in the grain bin gazebo. This was our 2nd time here!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy B., Boone County, Iowa

Apr 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You'll feel right at home!

It's not too often that you book a VRBO simply as your vacation destination, but this is one of those places! We booked this home as a destination for our son's birthday weekend getaway. He wanted fishing, campfires and open spaces to play; and we got all that and more! Grandparents joined us for the weekend and there was more than enough room for sleeping arrangements, preparing and eating meals, and relaxing outdoors. The pond providing great fishing all weekend as well. The owners were kind and accommodating. There was plenty of firewood, good fishing tips, and the outdoor amenities were amazing! On the first day, our son said "We should come back here every year!" It was that good from check in to check out. Thank you Vicki for sharing your slice of Heaven with us and making us feel right at home!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tenisha T.

Mar 16, 2024

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Laborers

Comfortable, clean and convenient

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla O.

Nov 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This host is awesome!

This stay exceeded our expectations. There were thoughtful, handy little extras everywhere. We didn't want for anything. The highlight of my stay was I learned how to use an espresso machine! When we needed to communicate with the host, their response was always prompt and kind. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Nov 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property!

This was one of the most well-stocked and well equipped rentals I have ever stayed in. I can’t think of anything else that I would have wanted to find in a home. We slept very well in the very, very comfy, cozy beds. Vicki answered any questions we had immediately, and is a very gracious host. The weather turned out much more cold and rainy than we had hoped, but the house was so wonderful that it really didn’t matter.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Oct 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Perfect stay for our girls’ weekend! Plenty of space indoors in a quiet setting. We especially loved the outdoor fire pit!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect VRBO

The home and property were beautiful. The owners were kind and accommodating. Zero disappointment and everything we needed was there. It was very comfortable for all 6 of us.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Aug 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay 2023

We love this property and the host’s! See ya again next year!😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Aug 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake time with Friends

We spent time on the lake with out friends and and family. Then came back and had had great dinner and many laughs. The place was amazing we are already thinking of a weekend for next year. Mickey

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody A.

Aug 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Excellent Stay

The hosts are always wonderful, welcoming and accommodating. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Jul 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

Vicki and George were so friendly and go out of their way to make everything as easy as possible for stay and provide you with anything you would need. Their property is beautiful and peaceful. Large yard for kids to run around and play, nice pond stocked with fish. We truly enjoyed our time here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Jun 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and property!!!

We had the BEST time. The owners thought of everything! They even left us a big tray full of snacks and TWO bottles of wine. There is a beautiful large pond out back with a dock to fish from. Off of the deck at the back door, there is a nice fire pit. They have firewood for you to use and metal sticks to roast marshmallows. My favorite part was the sunken bathtub in the master bathroom. The owners do live on the property but they leave you be and if you need anything, they respond immediately. HIGHLY recommend!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Jun 25, 2023

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Family getaway

We wanted to get away for a long weekend with our kids & grandkids and this place was perfect. Close to the marina, wonderful outdoor space and a house that lacked for absolutely nothing! Lots of memories were made this weekend ❤️❤️ Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to do the same!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don b.

Jun 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with friends

This was by far the nicest vrbo house that I've stayed in, it had everything you could possibly need and then some, very clean and well stocked, I would definitely recommend it to friends and family

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Jun 11, 2023

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Wonderful stay!!

The house is very clean and well-stocked. Beautiful views and the lake provides a lot of activities! We enjoyed sitting outside in the evening. We had a wonderful time! Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

May 30, 2023

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Family Fun

This is truly a peaceful retreat! Everything you need to relax and unwind is right here. Spotlessly clean, high quality linens, firewood stacked, friendly hosts available but not in your space....would rent again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

May 14, 2023

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Absolutely the best

This is a destination worth returning to. Could have easily stayed a week. Communication with the owner was instant. Had everything we needed to prepare our own food. Having our own private lake was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

May 4, 2023

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Awesome place and the host was excellent!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry A.

May 3, 2023

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Nice place!

This was close to the lake and we really enjoyed our stay! We will definitely come back and stay there.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 18, 2023

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Peaceful Resort

Fantastic accommodations couldn’t ask for more

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Mar 19, 2023

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Fishing trip

Property was great for what we were looking to do. With the weather being cold and not as much time being spent outside the interior was perfect for keeping ourselves entertained. There is more room than anticipated. Just a short drive, about 6-7 miles, to town for food. Will definitely try and visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023