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Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia

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A wooden cabin with a glass table and chairs facing a lake with a dock.
A room with a large window overlooking a lake, a wooden deck, and a small shed in the background.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window providing natural light.
A house with a hot tub on a wooden platform in the backyard.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Columbia, MO
  • Place, Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Gans Creek Conservation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Missouri
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia

This private Guesthouse sits on a 5 acre lake surrounded by 30 acres of forest.
Where the property ends, Mark Twain National Forest Begins. Only 5 minutes from the Columbia Regional Airport, and an easy 15 minute drive from downtown Columbia

This 1,300 square foot cabin is a one bedroom, one bathroom.

The Cabin bedroom has a King bed, and one Full bunk bed with a Twin top.
A fully equipped kitchen stocked with all the essentials will meet all your cooking needs.

There are an endless amount of outdoor activities while you stay at Pretty Lake:

Take a kayak around the lake, go fishing, mushroom hunting, walk or mountain bike on over two miles of manicured trails that wind throughout the forest.
And or, watch a Movie on a High Definition Projector.

If you are interested there is a private campground, recording studio/ yoga / artist studio available at an additional cost. Everything has been easily designed to suit your needs….

We want your stay to be a memorable one.

Weekly, Monthly, and Event Rates available. Call or E-Mail for details.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 902614vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 10
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
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

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this cabin is on a lake. Ragtag Cinema and Serenity Valley Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Creeks Conservation Area and Rock Bridge Memorial State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mizzou Arena or Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Columbia, MO

What's nearby

  • Rock Bridge Memorial State Park - 9 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Gans Creek Conservation Area - 10 min drive - 16.4 km
  • University of Missouri - 14 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium - 16 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Mizzou Arena - 16 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Jefferson City Station - 28 min drive
  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Pub & Grub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Grill & Games - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jose Jalapenos Authentic Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pretty Lake Guest House On 30 Acres - Minutes From Columbia located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Mark Twain National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chicken Lake and Three Creeks Conservation Area. Charles W Green State Wildlife Management Area and Rock Bridge Memorial State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There's a reason it's call "Pretty Lake"!! Beautiful property and very relaxing! Fun walking the trails looking for mushrooms, watching the wild life on Turkey Hill and else where, fishing, and kayaking. Would stay here again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie R.

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

Great get away

Peaceful, fun, beautiful scenery
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S.

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

Incredible

Jack and Abby have created a wonderful sanctuary at Pretty Lake. The cabin is perfect. The recording studio gave us the perfect place to read and listen to music on a rainy day. We thoroughly enjoyed paddling around the lake on paddle boards and feeding the fish off the dock. We’ll certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Graduation stay

Loved the property and was very comfortable. Be sure and bring food! Miscommunication about the fee. They said they had never had that before. I guess I didn’t read the fine print. Just a really relaxing and very clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick w.

A little peaceful oasis close, but not too close, to town

As an architect Jack has done an impressive job with very quality work and high end materials in the construction of the Pretty Lake cabin. Abby and Jack were very friendly hosts and helpful. I was having trouble with tv/projector and Jack was there in minutes to fix the problem. Kayaks and paddle board were a lot of fun. They have created a sanctuary to encourage lots of wildlife; we woke up in the morning and were again visited in the evening surrounded by does and fawns along with turkey and a lovely geese “couple”. Very nice quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Anniversary Weekend Getaway

The cabin was just what we were expecting for our short weekend getaway. We were able to relax out on the dock and take in the water and wildlife around us. We enjoyed the hot tub and watching a movie on the nice projector TV. In the morning, as we had our coffee we would see the wild turkey, young deer, and the resident goose couple tending to her eggs:) There are some short trails on the property and I did some fishing. Also they gifted us a nice bottle of wine for our Anniversary which was very sweet and thoughtful. It was nice to have Columbia close by to run into town for a dinner and pick up a couple of things. I look forward to making it back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Family weekend at Pretty Lake

We had a wonderful stay at Pretty Lake. It was the perfect spot while we enjoyed Family Weekend at Mizzou. It is a beautiful location, and we loved coming back to kayak and paddle board.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Perfect place for a relaxing get away!

Hosts were very accommodating and friendly! They truly went above and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britney E.

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

Perfect Weekend Stay

Best weekend get a way with your own privacy! Lake House is beautiful and so clean, along with the outside property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

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

Hidden Paradise

One of our absolute favorite places that we stayed. If you love nature and outdoor activities, this place is perfect. This beautiful property has the ambiance that must be experienced. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

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

Very peaceful

We had a very relaxing time. Loved watching all the wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Beautiful property and house

I visited recently with several friends for the weekend. We had a wonderful time. The house and property were lovely. The owners were very kind and helpful. It was a great experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb w.

Great location for visiting our Mizzou student!

We had a wonderful time at the Pretty Lake Guest House. The house was immaculate with a well stocked kitchen. We used the kayaks and enjoyed our hikes around the little lake. We didnt have good weather (pouring rain) but if we did we would have also made use of the paddle board and fishing poles and would have made a bon fire each night. We loved seeing the deer and heron while playing board games on the porch one morning. Even though it rained the whole weekend it was a beautiful view. Jack the owner greeted us when we arrived and gave us a full tour of the place and gave us great local info. He made sure to show us how to use the tv and electronics. The drop down movie screen and their extensive movie collection was a huge plus for our rainy evenings. Located next to the cabin is a studio which could be used as a recording studio or yoga studio. Jack encouraged my husband who is a drummer to enjoy the space and give his piano and acoustic drum set a try. My husband loved it and had a blast and hung out there several times. We have already rented the space for another visit in a few months for our family of 5. The cabin is only about a 10-15 min (very easy) drive from the Mizzou campus which was very convenient for visiting our son. Our son stayed with us and it was a relaxing get away from campus. The hot tub was under repair but the owner let us know beforehand.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Relaxing and Romantic

Enjoyed this property tremendously for my husband's birthday getaway! Fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming and very peaceful with a lot of wildlife to view... Romantic dinner in Columbia which was very close by and yet far enough away to enjoy tranquility...would recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Absolutely beautiful, secluded, very natural setting, with some great wildlife

We will most certainly return as much as possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace R.

Beautfui

We had a great time ! It was very relaxing ,clean, spacious and quiet and the hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful!

My husband and I stayed here during the roots & blues festival and had the best time. This lovely lake house has it all- fishing, kayaking, gorgeous scenery, and even a little music studio if you are in the mood for a jam session. And I can’t forget the hot tub! The host family is incredibly sweet and accommodating. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Marcia M.

Hospitality Plus

Great cabin, gracious hosts. Abby went above and beyond. We hosted a dinner party for 20+ in the spacious 3 season room and she helped with every detail. Gorgeous views, we enjoyed wildlife watching all weekend.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Don't Light The Candles! Great Place to Retreat!

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay at the lake house. Between the two of us we have 8 children with our 9 year old being the youngest. We have been on many family vacations this year and my boyfriend is self-employed so he works very hard all year long. When we decided to attend the Roots and Blues BBQ festival in Columbia, MO, I was looking at hotels and I just wasn't happy with what I was finding. We love to camp so I decided to look for a cabin by a lake and my search lead me to this GREAT place. This was the perfect place for us to get away to. We were able to relax, fish all day, enjoy the hot tub and have a campfire at night. That's where the candles come in...we didn't have anything to light the campfire with, no matches or lighters. Therefore, we had to be creative. We saw the candles and thought we could light the candle from the gas stove and take it outside to the campfire. So we tried several times to light the candle and they would not light for anything. When my boyfriend turned the candle over I say IT...IT was the switch to turn the candle on! Wasn't one of our finest moments...but made for a great memory and lots of laughs. You will not find nicer people to host you. Abby and her family are very gracious hosts! We will certainly be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Wonderful stay!

We had the pleasuring of staying this past weekend and it was wonderful! From the moment we got there until we left, Abby and her husband were so attentive and welcoming. The Cabin was beautiful and was furnished with everything you could possibly need. We had our own private lake to go fishing, hiking trails, kayaks, and the hot tub at night was perfect. There were many grocery stores, restaurants, and even a winery near by. We cannot to visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Hit the reserve button right now for this place...

If you are looking for a place close to Columbia MO that is serene, scenic, with wildlife, quiet, on a lake, great fishing, pristine accommodations and superb hosts... hit the reserve button right now for this place. I spend 3 nights and was wanting to stay longer. Columbia and all of the city amenities were easily accessible, but I was more interested in spending time at this cottage. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and sunset cocktails on the deck (which is on the water) was an easy routine that I fell into and there is a great music studio where I even tried my hand on the drum set. I am already looking forward to my next trip to Columbia and will only stay at this place.

About the host

Hosted by Abigail Arauz Chase

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We are thrilled to list our Missouri property on Vrbo.
We rented our New York Apartment on Vrbo and had amazing experiences meeting guests from all over the world.

Abby Arauz- Chase is a former New York City Rockette who owns a Feather Business.

Jack Chase is a designer & builder.

Why they chose this property

After seeing this property it was love at first sight. We have a dream of building tree houses on the property and hosting kids summer camps with emphasis on dance, textiles, and music.

What makes this property unique

Looking out the large windows at wildlife and the trees reflection on the lake is magical.

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