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Ellen's Log Cabin with Hot Tub ~ Located Minutes From The Upper Meramec River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Steelville, MO
  • Meramec River
    3 min drive
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard
    10 min drive
  • Maramec Spring Park
    13 min drive
  • Rolla, MO (RLA-Rolla National)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Steelville

Located in Steelville, this cabin is in a rural location, a 3-minute drive from Meramec River and 8 minutes from Woodson K. Woods Memorial Conservation Area. .This cabin is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Peaceful Bend Vineyard and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Riverview Roadside Park.

What's nearby

  • Meramec River - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Maramec Spring Park - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Fanning Route 66 Outpost - 24 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 33 min drive - 38.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rich's Famous Burgers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Isle & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Spare Rib - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ellen's Log Cabin with Hot Tub ~ Located Minutes From The Upper Meramec River

Ellen's log cabin is 2 and a half story's. It starts with a large covered porch that looks over the valley, a great place for your morning coffee. Walk into the living room with a cathedral ceiling and stairs that lead to the loft. The loft is where the master bedroom is located with an en suite bathroom. Back to the first floor is a full kitchen with a large walk out deck that is actually in the trees. This deck has a large table for outdoor eating and charcoal BBQ grill for grilling. Remember to bring charcoal and lighter fluid. The lower floor has 2 bedrooms, family room (which doubles as another private bedroom) and full bathroom. From the family room you walk out to a private lower deck with a hot tub and seating. A fire pit is in the back yard surrounded by woods, very private. Do not worry about where to buy the wood for your fire, we provide it with your cabin.
We rent Ellen's by the bedrooms needed. The more guest, the more bedrooms set up with linens and towels. You do not share the cabin with strangers. The rate you see here is one of our seasonal rates for a couple. Additional guest is $25. per guest per night. We offer the couple rate so, a couple can come and stay without paying for all the bedrooms.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cindy Gill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking is allowed on porch and decks

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 medium-large dog or 2 small dogs. $30

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please, contact me on single family rates

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: additional fee for parties/events
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Ellen's Log Cabin with Hot Tub ~ Located Minutes From The Upper Meramec River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 251 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 251 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 251 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 251 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 251 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This was a perfect and beautiful cabin for a couple of days and peace and quiet. It would also be perfect for a lot linger because this place is huge with three levels, three bathrooms and two bedrooms. I was literally in awe of how amazing this cabin looked when I first walked inside. The kitchen and living room are massive for a cabin like this. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Tyler F., Brentwood

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bestfriends' weekend away
Booking a place that has basement (lower level is how it is phrased on the listing) bedrooms was my mistake and I will never do that again. Too many bugs and spiders, living and dead, in those basement bedrooms. Fire wood was supplied but you needed to haul it from the front parking area to the very back by the fire pit, which was not an easy. The kitchen needs a very deep clean. Everything was dirty. Don't open the lazy-susan cabinet, it's filled with dirty dishes and years of crumbs. Their were 3 spatulas to choose from depending on you wanted stuck to them. Choose from egg, possibly cheese and melted plastic spatula. I'm glad I washed the silverware because the spoons left brown marks on the sponge! Also when I cleaned the kitchen table that has a ripped table cloth on it, my Clorox wipe was brown. I don't think any surfaces were wiped down anywhere in the house. The upstairs bathroom had an orange puke splatter on the side of the tub but the basement shower had a rusty drain, so pick your battle. The front porch was nice as long as you kept a close eye on the ladybugs trying to share your coffee. As for the description of "overlooking the valley", you have to walk to the road to see any part of the valley. You can not see the valley from the front porch. The hot tub smelled like fish. The inside of the hot tub was slimy. That tub needs to be shocked, scrubbed down, and the water needs to be balanced. ENITRE HOUSE NEEDS A DEEP CLEAN!! Would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
The cabin getaway was just what we needed. Secluded, quiet, and peaceful, but close enough to town for some antiquing! The cabin was clean, comfortable, and large enough for all 6 adults and one dog. We really enjoyed the large front porch and back deck for morning tea and evening drinks. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet relaxing cabin
Ellen's cabin is a great place to relax. It's clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

jackie u.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Bit of Country
Great place to stay to access Mermec Springs State Park in order to trout fish. Was comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin
We stayed three nights in the cabin and had a nice time. The hot tub was great. The only complaint is the lighting. The living room lights were too dim to read by and the kitchen overhead lights did not work making it too dark to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
2024 Float Trip
Enjoyed the cabin - perfect get away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend float trip
We stayed three nights. Quiet and tucked in the woods for privacy. Enjoyed the fire pit, hot tub, and relaxing on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda L., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just peaceful
The house was very clean, communication with the host was very prompt! The whole atmosphere here screams peace and relaxation. The hot tub was the icing on the cake! We will definitely book a stay here or at another of her properties again! Thank you for sharing your beautiful house with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cabin was cute, spacious and cozy! Plenty of room for us to spread out. The flowers out front were beautiful and the grandson enjoyed the little pond of goldfish. Area was quiet and scenic, close to the river and town. Nice amenities -- fire pit and hot tub (did not get to use the hot tub as it rained on our weekend). One thing that could be improved was the thoroughness of the cleaning. The master bath's vent was clogged with dust, and the ceiling fan over the bed was covered with dust. We also fought black ants in the kitchen. Enjoyed our stay in spite of the rain but thought the level of cleaning needed improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ellen's Cabin 7-25-24
Nice place for a reasonable price. Lighting is a bit dim and one window does not lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
This is the second time we have stayed. We absolutely love this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat!
Clean and had all the kitchen items we needed. The hot tub was a special treat. Also had a very fun trivia game we played.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful get away
We were wanting to take our dogs floating on the Merrimac river and this may be our new favorite spot to go. We got in very late, but luckily the check in process was easy, so it was not an issue. The cabin itself is very cozy. It is a quick drive to Adventure Outdoors (which is where we rented canoes from). We finished our trip with steaks on the BBQ pit and a relaxing night in the hot tub. The front deck is also a very peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sun rise. We feel very relaxed coming home. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paulette T., Highland, IL

Disliked: Cleanliness
Log cabin trip
The cabin was nice looking but not clean. we found live roaches, ants and lots of ticks outside. Will not go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
My friends and I rent this place every year at least once and it's great every time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin and amenities
Cindy was so easy to work with! She allowed me to check in early and showed compassion for my problem at the cabin. The hot tub is amazing! And my favorite spot was the front porch. Listening to the koi pond and watching the butterflies! I recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, very private
Went to a music festival at Meremac Srings , location was good only a few minutes away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hot Tub Issue
Everything was perfect hot tub wouldn’t get warm unfortunately we didn’t get to enjoy it that’s the only reason we booked here Cindy was amazing I just wish they fixed it for us
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steelville
Close to everything in Steelville that we explored .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway
Beautiful property. Loved the coy pond! Will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Outing
My friends and I got together for a winter outing with the cabin as our base. Cindy was great; she was always available and answered our questions in a timely manner. And, yes, we loved the cabin and the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time but……
The hot tub was broken but everything else was great. I’ll be back after the hot tub is fixed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Property was very clean and cozy loved the high ceiling all the wood and windows in the living room would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024