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Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec!

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A wooden cabin interior with a ping pong table, large windows, and a ceiling light.
A fireplace with a framed painting above it, a small wooden shelf with a welcome sign, and a vase with flowers to the right.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This cabin accommodates 12 guests with 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a separate living room and amenities like games. Enjoy outdoor activities such as birdwatching, swimming, and rafting, while taking in water views from the patio, deck, and porch. The property is pet-friendly and located near Huzzah Conservation Area and Meramec River.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Leasburg, MO
  • Place, Huzzah Conservation Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Huzzah Valley Resort
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Meramec Caverns
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Bunkbed Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

The Car Room

1 Double Bed

The Corner Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

The Rainbow Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec!

SPECIAL DISCOUNT for "long weekend" or longer stays! We have a two-night minimum, but If you stay a third night, we can discount $300 off the total. If you stay a fourth night, we can discount $500. (This must be done manually, so message me your dates, and I can send a custom price for you to accept. Or I will adjust after you book.)

Patten's Landing is a five-bedroom log home that sleeps 10 (12, if a couple of people sleep on the large sectional sofa) on almost 100 acres of forested land surrounded by the Meramec River and its tributaries, the Huzzah and Courtois Creeks. Built in 1942, the home has been lovingly updated over the last several years, with a fully-furnished modern kitchen, flagstone patio with firepit, and screened porch to watch the birds, butterflies, and occasional deer or wild turkey wander by. Enjoy the peace and quiet as you relax, walk through the woods, or go splash in the river! In the summer, enjoy the wildflower walkways which attract tons of butterflies! We have a swing set and outdoor games for the kids as well, and a large TV over the mantel with streaming services, and an electric fireplace insert that can be used year round. (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfDkcw-zKCXPOAA0g1T4bMQ).

(NOTE: While we are mostly surrounded by streams, it is about a 5-minute walk from the cabin downhill on a wooded path to reach the private beach area, as the cabin sits on a bluff.)

In warmer weather, there are several outfitters nearby who can provide you with a canoe, raft, or kayak and drive you to a choice of locations to put into the river for a fun adventure! There are also lots of local attractions to see: Onondaga Cave, Maramec Spring, and more!

Patten's Landing is also a magical location for a small wedding, holiday celebration, family reunion, or other event! Catering, decor, and set-up can be arranged.

The property is also fantastic in the fall, when the colors change. There are lots of hiking trails in the vicinity, as well as the paths on the property. And it's magical in the winter with snow! (see on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zTn6d8N-pfI)

See more information at www.pattenslanding.com.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Anything
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
All pets must be pre-approved.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Dispose of cigarette butts or cigars responsibly.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the quilts, sheets, and pillows on the beds, and used towels on the bathroom floor.
Set thermostats to 78 degrees (if warm weather) or 60 degrees (if cold weather).
Send us a text to let us know you are leaving (469.878.4627). Have a safe trip home, and look forward to your next visit!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No camp fires or any other open fires are allowed. There is a firepit on the patio that may be used, and a propane Blackstone on patiio. No fireworks.
No weapons (pistols, rifles, assault-type weapons, bow-hunting equipment, explosives) are allowed. Small bb guns or bow/arrow sets for fun are ok.
Motorized small vehicles are allowed, but must stay on roads/paths to avoid damaging the area.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3272341vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: anything
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Steelville

Located in Steelville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. While the natural beauty of Huzzah Conservation Area and Onondaga Cave State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Peaceful Bend Vineyard. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Leasburg, MO

What's nearby

  • Huzzah Conservation Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Huzzah Valley Resort - 32 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Meramec State Park - 42 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Meramec Caverns - 49 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 55 min drive - 77.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chat N' Chew - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec!?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Visit Patten's Landing, an 84-year old log cabin on the Meramec! located?

This family-friendly Steelville cabin is located on a river, just steps away from Huzzah Conservation Area and Meramec River. Onondaga Cave State Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Bill and Donna Patten

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Bill and Donna Patten have lovingly restored and updated the family property known as Patten's Landing over the last several years, and now offer it for vacation rentals. They provide everything you need to have a great nature adventure (with all the comforts of home)! Just bring your groceries, some comfy clothes, and a big smile!

Why they chose this property

C.M. “Pat” Patten (Bill's grandfather) acquired land and began construction of a six-bedroom house in 1942. The house was intended to provide entertainment for clients with fishing ‘float’ trips on the Meramec River and its tributaries, the Huzzah and Courtois Creeks.

In the late 1940s, one of the bedrooms was converted to a bathroom as indoor plumbing was added. Electrification of this part of Crawford County took place in the early 1950s and the electric generator was no longer needed.

In the 1960s, the U.S. Corps of Engineers began a serious effort at land acquisition (eminent domain) and by the early 1970s, H.D. “Pat” Patten (Bill's father) joined a lawsuit against the Corps of Engineers to halt construction of the Meramec Dam. In 1978, a referendum vote, in the twelve counties of the Meramec River watershed, revealed that voters preferred a free-flowing Meramec River. In 1981, the Dam project was de-authorized. In the mid 1980s, a first remodel was completed by Steve Patten (Bill's brother).

By 2013, the 70-year-old log house was showing its age. Bill and Donna began a reconstruction effort, although slowed by the flood of April 2017, and have restored the cabin to better than its World War II functionality. Now the cabin’s interior has never been in better condition.

What makes this property unique

97 acres of mostly wooded land surrounded by streams with sandy beach in some areas. Great for exploring nature, relaxing by the firepit, playing in the river, and spending time with family or friends. Explore nearby Onondaga Cave, take a raft or canoe float (several outfitters in the area), hike the trails, or head to St. Louis for the day (about 1.5 hours up the highway).

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