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Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Black River Escape
Exterior
Front living area with TV for DVDs and VCR tapes.
Open area kitchen with sit-around-island and large butcher block.
Main area includes couch and rocking chair.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101472 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Annapolis, MO
  • Place, Johnson's Shut-ins State Park
  • Place, K Bridge Recreation Area
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Walnut Hollow Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River!

Welcome to Black River Escape!

Tucked away in the woods just two hours south of St. Louis, this spacious log home blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find an open floor plan, cozy lodge-style furnishings, and plenty of space to relax, gather for meals, or enjoy games with family and friends. Unwind in the whirlpool tub in the master bath, or kick back and stream your favorites on Smart TVs located in the front living room, main living area, and the bunk room.

Step outside and take in the fresh air from the expansive deck, or head just down the hill to the Black River. Be sure to visit “Fireside,” our outdoor pavilion featuring a grand stone fireplace and ample seating—perfect for evenings under the stars.

With easy access to the Black River and several nearby state parks, outdoor adventures like canoeing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and four-wheeling are right at your doorstep. Canoes, kayaks, and tubes are available nearby at Jeff’s Canoe Rental.

Wi-Fi is provided, and cell service is strong for AT&T users. Whether you’re here to unplug or stay connected, relax or explore, we hope Black River Escape feels like your home away from home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock

About the area

Annapolis

Located in Annapolis, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at K Bridge Recreation Area and Walnut Hollow Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Annapolis, MO

What's nearby

  • K Bridge Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Walnut Hollow Lake - 31 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Sam A. Baker State Park - 50 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Taum Sauk Mountain State Park - 51 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Fort Davidson State Historic Site - 57 min drive - 57.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Triple A Cafe - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing 3B Log Home-15 min walk to the Black River! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from K Bridge Recreation Area and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Walnut Hollow Lake. Crane Lake Recreation Area and Sam A. Baker State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Secluded and comfortable

We enjoyed the cabin at nights after floating the black river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita M.

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

Excellent place peaceful

We had a really good family time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tina C.

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

Beautiful cabin and property!

The cabin was awesome! Definitely had the secluded vibe with lots of space for family fun inside/outside with a short drive to river! Very clean. Small tip to visitors, bring and use bug spray as you don’t want to make a rookie mistake like me and have chigger bites😅
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

Black River Escape.

Real cool cabin. Huge yard and no neighbors. Comfy beds and great kitchen. Bring your own food. We grilled out and made a fire every night. Jeff’s Canoe is an outfitter just 20 mins down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Getaway

This was a great cabin to getaway to for a long weekend! It is pretty remote, but the wi-fi worked great for any connection needs. Beautiful backyard view and front porch, nice kitchen and several cozy spaces to relax in the house as well. We did the 6 mile float at Jeff's Canoe Rental nearby and would definitely recommend you do that during your stay. Johnson Shut-Ins, Elephant Rocks and Taum Sauk Mountain State Park are also not too far away so plenty to do if you like exploring. Overall had a great experience and feeling lucky to have found this cabin near the Black River!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

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

Fantastic Stay

We had a family trip with 8 adults and 7 kids, ages from 2 to 16. It was a perfect trip. The cabin had everything you would need for cooking indoors or outside. The kids had a great time playing outside and inside with board games and a huge selection of movies. The adults had a great time catching up together, around the fire and around the dinner table. Loved the decor and the cozy places to sit around in every corner of the cabin. The porch in front with coffee was so nice, listening to the birds in the morning. The back porch had lovely lighting around and we all had a great time sitting outside together. Highly recommend!! We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Trish J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The property is roomy and has plenty of room for a larger group. The fireside pavilion was also really nice. We liked the proximity to the river. However, it's in a bit of disrepair. The air conditioner did not work when we arrived and after my husband fixed it, it still struggled to cool below 78 degrees throughout our stay. The hot water heater could only handle one shower before running out of warm water. The main bathroom toilet could only flush on its own about once every couple of hours. If you needed to use if before then, you had to manually fill the tank. The front deck smelled of wet dog as did the inside of the house when we arrived and it was 88 degrees in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jason S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

I hate leaving negative reviews, but...

We arrive to a good-looking cabin in a beautiful location. The check-in instructions were clear and delivered rapidly. It was easy to get inside. We did enjoy sitting on the porch and watching the wildlife. Unfortunately, the problems started soon after. We discovered old, rotting bacon in the microwave. We tried to use the satellite TV service. It did not work, saying all channels were unavailable. We then decided to try the jetted tub. Started putting water in and realized it was not draining. Pulled the drain out and cleaned out two large clumps of someone's hair. That got it to drain, so I cleaned it and tried filling it again. On top of the water coming in, it also had lots of black floating material which appeared to be mold. Skipped the tub. Played a round of yahtzee and called it a night. We slept in and, when we woke in the late morning on my wife's birthday, we went to town to try to get her a cake. Upon our return, we discovered two roaches on the kitchen floor. It's pretty clear that cleaning is not a priority here. At this point, we'd had enough and decided to pack up and leave. It was 1pm, a couple hours after the 11am check-out time, when we messaged the host to tell him we were leaving and why. I expected some sort of reasonable response and maybe a partial refund offer since we were only 2 hours past check-out, but only got a "I'll inspect the cabin. Sorry for the inconvenience" and "I'll let the cleaners know." First bad VRBO experience. One ruined b-day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Very nice cabin but the Jacuzzi tub in the master bath shot out debris when turned on and the deck area and fireside area could've been more picked up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., Highland, IL

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

Labor Day Weekend Getaway

We spent the weekend at this lovely cabin. It was the perfect place to get away. The cabin was wonderful. It had all the amenities. I recommend stocking up on groceries on the way there so that once you unpack, you can just relax and enjoy sitting on the porch enjoying the view. The hosts had board games that the kids and I enjoyed playing. There are plenty of movies, books, and magazines to enjoy while you relax. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Trish J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Ayers

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