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#ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!

Cabin on the beach, with hot tub

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Property grounds
Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Summersville, MO
  • Place, Montauk State Park
  • Place, Ozark National Scenic Riverways
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alley Spring & Mill
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

#ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!

This is a cozy riverfront cabin which is 1 of 2 separate cabins located on 25 acres near the "Barn Hollow Natural Area" just 8 miles outside Mountain View Missouri. While looking out over the Jacks Fork river from the cabin you can hear the soothing sound of the river flowing. The river access for swimming, crackling wood burning stove, and hot tub are just some of the many things about this cabin that you are sure to love!



--Windows overlooking the Jacks Fork river.
--Front covered porch with rocking chairs overlooking the Jacks Fork river.
--Hot Tub on front porch.
--Private river beach/bank and swimming access.
--Indoor wood burning stove.
--Satellite WIFI Internet.
--Central Heating & Air.
--Running Hot & Cold water.

Guest access
Entire Cabin, private river bank & swimming hole shared by only 2 cabins on the entire 25 acres of riverfront property.

Other things to note
--Depending on cell service provider, you may not have cell service at the cabin. (the top of the hill should have cell service)
--Depending on the weather, satellite internet may be spotty or have outages.
--Depending on the amount of recent rainfall, the river may or may not be safely accessible.
-- Low profile vehicles and motorcycles can make it BUT are not ideal and are not recommended due to the rocky driveway and hill. AWD and 4x4 are recommended especially during the winter months incase of snow or ice.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

Events allowed
Host must pre-approve
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Pets

Pets allowed
Guest financially responsible for actions of pets.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Absolutely No Smoking Inside Cabin.
Welcome Guide Book Rules must be followed. All damages to cabin, hot tub, cabin property will be billed to guest.
Candles are not allowed inside the cabin for fire safety and soot prevention. Must follow all Missouri Conservation rules while on the river.
Outside fires are limited ONLY to designated firepits and fires MUST BE extinguished completely when not under adult supervision.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Host must pre-approve
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 and a first aid kit
Map
Summersville, MO

What's nearby

  • Ozark National Scenic Riverways - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mercy St. Francis Hospital - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Alley Spring & Mill - 46 min drive - 66.6 km
  • Rocky Falls - 57 min drive - 73.0 km
  • Akers Ferry - 60 min drive - 57.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Compa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at #ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at #ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River! located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ozark National Scenic Riverways and 4.9 mi (8 km) from Mercy St. Francis Hospital. Mark Twain National Forest and Alley Spring Grist Mill Historic Site are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful and perfectly maintained. Our weekend stay was relaxing and memorable — everything was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully managed. We’re already looking forward to returning in every season!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leman S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entire house was super clean and the host gave great directions to the place as well as checking in to see if there was any issues
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Contemplation cabin was amazing! It was very secluded, peaceful and serene. The cabin was well stocked for any needs and comfortable. We spent a lot of time at the river and even saw an Eagle fly by. The owners were great with communication, especially with the directions to get there, which was definitely needed, since GPS wasn't much help at a certain point. We highly recommend a stay here if you're looking for beauty, seclusion and peace!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wanted an escape before starting back to school for the fall and this was exactly what we got. Easy communication with owner and got quick response. Beautiful and quiet property! Great spot on the river!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle E.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Great experience at the contemplation cabin. Perfect place to float and fish all day long! Excellent hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Secluded

The property is very secluded and has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from owners. Location was wonderful. Cabin had everything we needed. Our family enjoyed time in the river and on the bank. So much privacy! Hope to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry T.

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

Quiet Respite

The property was well maintained and situated on a beautiful location on the Jack’s Fork River. We visited looking for rest and relaxation amid the sounds and sights of nature, and that’s exactly what we got.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

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

Was a great stay!!

Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Beautiful, quiet, will be back

The property is terrific -- we loved the river access -- and the hosts do a great job providing all the various amenities and tools to help make your stay fun and easy. Really nice hosts with great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary M.

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

Beautiful spot

The location was amazing. The water was beautiful. Very relaxing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory W.

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

Slice of heaven

The cabin is DEEP in the woods and on a beautiful stretch of the river! It was amazing! You definitely want to follow the directions and go to Walmart first, then drive to the cabin from there. By the end of the trip, we had the route down!The cabin was perfect for my husband and I plus our two boys (ages 11 and 9). It was clean and stocked with all the necessities plus extras like condiments for food, a keurig and smores! The river kept the kids and ourselves busy, relaxing and adventuring. We had a lot of rain on our trip and still had enjoyed the tranquility of the location. If you like back in the woods, beautiful water and seclusion, this place is for you! 100/10 recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband, dog and I stayed here for Valentine’s day weekend. We absolutely loved the property and want to book another visit ASAP! It snowed while we visited, so we enjoyed our view of the water from the hot tub. We did check out the Jack’s Fork River and loved that we could fish right there on our own gravel bar. Can’t wait to come back when it is warm so we can swim and bring our kayak to really explore the river. The communication and hospitality was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

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

Gorgeous retreat

This lovely cabin a short walk from the Jack’s Fork was a perfect retreat after a day of sightseeing in the area. The interior is gorgeous and so comfortable, we were well rested for our float trip the next day. I would like to go back myself sometime just for the quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Contemplation Cabin is an apt name for this lovely property. The host was BEYOND accompdating. 15/10 stars. We had another couple originally going with us and they changed their parameters 6 or 7 times. Each flex, Logan was patient and worked with us. Cannot rate them highly enough. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

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

Incredible Private River Cabin

Far Away from the crowds on a Gorgeous Ozark Stream !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Great stay!

Cabin is just as described. Communication with owner was prompt. River was yards away and wonderful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary L.

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

End of summer trip

It was perfect for our little end of summer get away so peaceful and quite! The river is beautiful! The river is where we stayed pretty well every moment when at the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenna S.

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

Loves it!

This was the perfect fit for our family we loved the serine beauty of the outdoors with all the amenities of being at a hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
On the river, quiet, private and safe
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

End of Summer Getaway

We loved the setting in the woods, the access to the water, the variety of activities and the personal touches to the cabin that made it feel welcoming! We can’t wait until our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

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

Holiday getaway

this is the second time we have stayed at the cabin, and it did not disappoint. what a great place to disconnect and relax
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Perfect seclusion. Just what we were looking for.

Wildlife was great. Seclusion perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

GIRLS WEEKEND

GREAT LOCATION.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

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

Special Spot !

Wonderful Out of the Way Location on a Beautiful Small Stream with Gravel Beach Cabin is Clean and Comfortable Hosts are Very Responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DESSICA E.

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

Loved this cabin!

Adorable cabin - the owners thought of everything. We truly enjoyed the stay. Great river access. Clear water. Peaceful. Cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Logan Walkup

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We are the Walkups. We've both grown up in the Ozarks area, we met in nursing school, have been married for 5 years, and have a 4 year old daughter and 2 year old son! We love nature and hope that you love this little cabin getaway just as much as we do! Please let us know immediately if there is anything unsatisfactory about your stay so we can make it right with you!

Why they chose this property

Our Goals For Your Stay

This year has been long, different, & difficult to navigate.
I've found my center here in this space, so many times....
My hope in sharing it with you is that you too can find calm in the chaos.
There’s a TV but it’s optional... there’s WiFi but it’s optional...
Create new habits, & evaluate your old ones...
Find moments of silence comfortable & make time for late coffee or tea...
Sleep in or wake early... Take an afternoon nap...
Stay up to see the moon without worry of next day responsibilities...
Take a dip in the river, clothes optional... If its cold, dip anyway...
Disconnect from the world... reconnect with yourself...
Regroup with your people...
Refocus... Find your new aim...
Study the relationships with the world you've created around you...
While you are here, be a Wandering Woman, a Meandering
Man, a Curious Couple, a Fun Family, a Person at Peace...
Become willing to slow down & breathe... & for goodness
sakes laugh a little...
Read a book... Wonder...
Listen to the sounds of Nature & the River Flow...
Look at the trees...
Contemplate...

What makes this property unique

Secluded cabin on 25 acres.
Riverfront location. (You can see and hear the river flowing from the cabin)
Indoor wood burning stove with glass door so you can watch the fire burn while relaxing inside the cabin.
Outdoor Hot Tub overlooking the river.
Pet Friendly

Languages:

English

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