Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24!
Escape to the Lone Duck Lodge in picturesque Bourbon (1 hour from St. Louis). Entire lodge is Anthropologie & vintage inspired with much thought & effort to make your visit the best possible. As you enter the lodge you are greeted w/ huge soaring ceilings, majestic chandelier & mounted taxidermy throughout coupled w/ bougie coffee corner, 5+ hip themed bedrooms, including a bunk room and loft area, fun pool/deck area & private stocked lake w/fishing poles already strung just waiting for your cast. Nestled in the woods with a big yard for games, running around or playing fetch. Play some "horse" on the back patio hoop. In the morning make your gourmet coffee, enjoy the calm of the country on our comfy back porch. Don't forget to say "Hello" to our chickens (you will get fresh eggs from them upon check-in). Looking for more adventure? Go for a hike on our private marked path through our 11 acres of woods. Save time for the stand-up paddle board or fish from the kayaks or rowboat! The evenings are best spent around the campfire sharing stories, s'mores & laughter while watching the stars shine brightly above.
Fully furnished, with a kitchen with all of the basic needs. WiFi available, Roku TVs for streaming. Full HVAC, Washer and Dryer, bluetooth speaker. Ring cameras on the front door and on the side of lodge, and a trail cam is pointed on the chickens to keep an eye on them.
This phenomenal retreat invites guests to unwind in style. Close to Meramec floating, caverns, & caves. Experience what Bourbon/Sullivan have to offer with a stay at our Lodge. Perfect for girl's trips, guy's long weekends, or fun for your family & friends. Try Sullivan golf course (it's a not a bad round at all). Onondaga Cave is 20 minutes west and Meramec Caverns 20 minutes east. Meramec state park is short 15 minute drive. Plenty of cool thrift stores in Sullivan and antiques in Bourbon. Enjoy a brew and a burger at Muddy Banks Brewery in Sullivan or brunch at the Bourbon Saloon Cafe. Mo Hick barbeque in Cuba (30 min drive) is delicious.
Now the NO's... No fireworks, no bonfires, NO Cleaning fee because we trust you will leave it in good shape. We want you to have a blast but please be respectful and keep load noise down after 11pm. When grilling, keep an eye on those burgers and brats please, as the whole place is made of wood. Swim at your own risk in the pool. Use the pond on your own risk, obviously no lifeguards on duty. Watch your step on the deck, there may be some uneven boards and please keep in mind you are in the country so you may encounter some bugs, but we do our best to keep them out. Wild critters may also pay you a visit we have never seen any harmful ones. The deer are always lovely to look at in the mornings on the back porch while having coffee.
Why the name Lone Duck Lodge? Well, that secret is saved for when you book ;)
If you are looking for luxury, we are not your spot but if country comfort away from the city with your crew is your thing, then we are perfect for you. We have loved the lodge for thirteen years now and hope you will make your own memories as our valued guests!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets must be w/ you & not left in cabin
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO Loud Parties
NO Underage Parties
Swim at your own risk, No lifeguard on duty
NO Bonfires (keep fire to a safe height)
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Property # 5307480
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 24
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Bourbon
Bourbon is home to this cabin. Sullivan Country Club and Peaceful Bend Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Meramec State Park and Onondaga Cave State Park.
Is Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24!?
As of Sep 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24! on Sep 20, 2026 start from $1,485, 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.
What time is check-in at Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24!?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Custom Lodge in woods w/ Private pool & Stocked Lake + walking trail, sleeps 24! located?
Situated in Bourbon, this cabin is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Sullivan Country Club and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Meramec State Park. Onondaga Cave and Jesse James Wax Museum are also within 16 mi (25 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The house was so clean, well equipped, decorated very cute. We had so much fun! Hosts communicated very well and even decorated for my husband's 50th birthday. Great property for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
We are so glad your stay was exceptional and appreciate the kind words and thank you so much for leaving the Lodge in such great shape.
The hosts were so accomodating!! All requests were answered in a very timely manner, and they even went above and beyond and recommended extra stuff for us to do. This house was more than we could have ever expected! The lake, the pool, the house, the extra fun surprises they left for us, all TOP NOTCH!! This by far was one of the nicest vrbos we have ever stayed at. We walked into the house to some cute little baskets taylor-made just for our group. They left a game for us to play, our guess at the amount of ducks is 39 plus 1 goose. Thank you guys for making our stay absolutely amazing. I give this property and its owners 6 stars!! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
Thank you so much for the comments, they warm our hearts. We are so glad you enjoyed the Lodge as much as we do and thanks for leaving it in such great condition
We stayed at this property July 30th-August 2nd for a fun family weekend trip. Our group of 20 loved this property! It suited our family perfectly and it was just what we needed for a last minute Summer weekend getaway! We loved the stocked pond, the swimming pool, the cute house, the fire pit, the cozy outdoor patio and most of all making fun memories together!! Weeks after returning from our trip- we are still reminiscing about our good times together! One of the best perks about this property is all the things that were stocked for us as guests such as….pool towels, life jackets for the kids, seasoning to cook with, paper plates, paper towels, trash bags, condiments, all the fixings for s’mores, farm fresh eggs, games, fishing poles…this list could go on and on!! The property owners were also VERY nice to work with! They were great communicating with us to make sure we had everything we needed! One more huge perk about this property is the LOCATION! We floated at Blue Springs Ranch during our stay and it was very close and convenient for us to get to. We also encountered some rain during our weekend so we decided to do some antique shopping in nearby Sullivan-super fun!! Our family looks forward to returning to this property in the near future- and yours will too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words and thank you so much for leaving the Lodge in such great condition
My family loved staying here! Everything was clean and well thought out with the guests in mind!The swimming pool waswonderful! My daughter loved kayaking! The grandkids loved fishing and using the paddle boat! We also used the firepit at night!We enjoyed the chickens. We saw butterflies, frogs, and other wildlife. The foosball table was a big hit! We had plenty of beds and everything we needed to be comfortable! We all had a great time! My family consists of my husband, three kids, two spouses, and 5 grandkids! Everyone had a great time!The hosts were very thoughtful and easy to talk to! I would highly recommend this location! We also went to Meremac Caverns while we were there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We love to hear that your family has such a great stay. Thank you also for leaving the lodge in such great condition!