Came last July and had a blast. Decided to come again this June and it's just as amazing as I…read moreremembered. Didn't ride horses with Jonathan this time but we sure fished and swam a lot! Still 5/5 stars! Definitely making this an annual summer thing.

This place is a great little getaway a few hours away from the St. Louis area for camp camping…read more There are tons of options with cabins with Jacuzzi, permanent cabins, and little houses as well to rent. When we arrived at check-in, it was super easy to get checked in and everyone was very kind. They have a store with some small items if you forgot anything. The owners live on site and they let me and my kids go visit their puppies and play in the puppies area/run house. They are very kind and spoke to us often throughout. They even offered to go to the store to pick AA batteries for us and a couple other things instead of us going to the store and purchasing it from them directly that was very kind and going above. The only reason for the four star is, I did call them to get additional towels for the cottage house we rented. Whoever answered the phone had hesitation in their voice, and seemed annoyed that I was asking for extra towels. They asked how many people were in our party because they saw a lot of people.kitchen told them yes we rented the cottage house +3 primitive cabins we had a large party, but we were not over using any space. He thought hesitation in his voice and I explained to him we only had two towels and he was more than welcome to come check if he doubted us he said oh that's strangely usually put four or five in the house I said well, they didn't then they offered to bring more as much as we all spent for the entire weekend. It was a little frustrating how we were treated in that specific scenario. They had paddle boats you could rent and we rented two. It was a decently priced 35 for four hours. They also have horseback riding and a couple other things that you can pay additional for. The cottage was fully stocked. The primitive cabins you do have to bring your own linens, which is clearly stated

The trout lodge offers crafts, gym & horseback riding. The boat rides on the lake, makes this…read moreplace a family fitness A+.

Trout Lodge is great for getting away and making family memories. Our family has twice gone to…read moreTrout Lodge for Thanksgiving. The family rents a cabin, drives in from all directions, spends several days, then departs til next Thanksgiving. This year we mostly rode horses and painted ceramics in the Arts & Crafts studio, but there are plenty more activities for guests to participate in. The All-Inclusive resort's food is okay, it's nourishing and inclusive of a variety of diets. It's cafeteria style so you get to decide for yourself. Our cabin was large, warm and very accommodating for our extended family. Although there are no TV's, the internet access was adequate to stream movies on a projector tv. But we try to get everyone to disconnect during the day.

It's a cute little location. I stayed in the boxcar and it was worth it just for the experience. I…read morewould t go as far as to call it a "Bed & Breakfast" as there's. I breakfast served. Unless the Pre packed muffin in the room counts. I stayed here as part of my dive package with Bonne Terre mine and couldn't be happier with the accommodations, hot water, or convenience. Id give this a 5 star rating if there was breakfast.

Clean, beautifully furnished welcoming Bed and Breakfast. Within walking distance to any place in…read moretown. Quite an impressive house in this rural setting!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Conner House. The home is updated, well…read moreappointed, true to its period and authentic. It's truly a cut above your typical B&B experience. Connie and Pat were so knowledgeable of the history of the property and the area, which was greatly appreciated. We loved the breakfast and our stay.

I can't begin to explain what a great spot this is!…read more It is dog friendly, it is wide open and beautiful, it has lots of live music, it is run by a family that is so very nice, and it is super affordable and tastes great! You can get a flight of wines for $5 or a glass of wine or a pint of beer for $5 each. You can even do a tour and tasting for $10. Plus, all the bottles are pretty much under $25. And they have quite a large variety of whites, reds, and roses too. Cindy, one of the owners, is so very friendly and helpful. She will go through an entire tasting with you with the highest level of patience, allowing you to taste and try anything you'd like to. Her brother-in-law also Is a gem, he himself Popsicles to all of the kids running around and let them ride on the tractor or explore into the garden. Would highly recommend if you are in the area!

You guys. If you love beautiful days at wineries and chatting with the nicest people, please visit…read moreEdg Clif. A friend and I had the most delightful time. The scenery is lovely. Arthur was the live music for the day and he played a great variety of songs (acoustic guitar). The wine is fantastic. I do not know a lot about wine, but I do know that each one we tasted (6) was very easy to drink. We shared a bottle there and I brought 2 home. Bonus: you can bring your own snacks (no beverages). I love this. I enjoy planning my own winery snacks. I was bummed when many wineries quit allowing food because they opened kitchens. So if I have to pay $30+ for food. I'm buying less wine. Anywaaaay, make a little weekend out of visiting this area and have a lovely time at Edg Clif. (Photos do not do it justice)

We've had multiple birthday parties here and the kids (and parents) have always had a blast! The…read moreowners are wonderful people, and we love giving our business to gold Star. Our sons are on the autism spectrum, so it's rare to find a place in this area that actually offers stimulation and inclusion. It gives us another option vs going to a park every year for their birthday parties. We love the park, but it's nice to switch things up. This gym is clean, huge, is filled with friendly employees, offers plenty of parking, sells snacks and drinks, is perfect for parties (as it has 4-5 huge tables for cake/presents/decorations/etc), and if you decide not to decorate - that's fine too, because it already looks decorated! It's an easy solution for a last minute party planner (I'm speaking from experience lol). It's also priced fairly, and we loved having the gym to ourselves. 5 stars isn't enough. I highly recommend this business!

Nothing like being judged for being temporarily homeless because I couldn't afford a lawyer and was…read moreturned away because of it. I was told I'm not allowed to work at the hotel I've been staying at because the owner said he "can't trust" me due to being homeless. I was even told I couldn't charge my phone in the lobby while it was on 2%, after I explained how serious and dangerous my situation actually is. Do you realize how carelessly you put someone's safety at risk over appearances? I had ridden a motorcycle in the rain just to get there. I wasn't wearing makeup, my hair was a mess, and I'm struggling to survive -- not trying to "look good" for a business. What if my abuser had been waiting outside in the parking lot? Thank God that wasn't the case this time, but for many domestic violence victims, that is the reality. Turning someone away or denying basic humanity because they are struggling is unacceptable. What kind of business treats vulnerable people this way?

Nice place. Evening front desk person, Susan, was amazing. Place was better than thought it would…read morebe. Don't expect Marriott level., but not bad for the money.,

We own a lot in this area and frequent the area often…read more I'm very pleased with the lake and beach area. It is well maintained and beautiful. The sand is always nice and appears to be "combed" frequently. Sometimes there is also a snack stand open with very reasonable prices. They also have a security station to help with any security needs. There are lots of events and offering but I really go here to relax and don't participate in the events.