House

The Five Oaks Lakehouse has been completely updated these past few years.  Over 3900 square feet, and approximately 1500 square feet of decks, some of which are screened in.  Most of the house and decks are in the shade of the huge oak trees. 

The house has 4 bedrooms, all with king beds, and a loft bedroom that has 2 twin bunks and a queen bed. All beds have allergy and bedbug proof cases on them. One of the couches is a memory foam queen sleeper and there are a couple of queen sized air mattresses.  Lower level has one bedroom and a bath with shower and tub. This level also has a second family room with full size arcade (over 200 games!), and a screened in porch with shuffle board table. Main level has a half bath and the master bedroom, with a master bath (that has spa like shower and heated tile floors).  Upper level has another master suite with the spa shower, a second bedroom, and another bathroom with shower . This level also has the game room (foosball, air hockey, shuffle board, dart board) and loft with twin bunk and queen beds. All bedrooms except the bunk room have balconies with lake views and walk in closets. Each one also has a ceiling fan as does both family rooms, as well as the game room. 

There is a front load washer/dryer in the utility room on the lower level, a second refrigerator/freezer, and an icemaker.  There also is an iron, iron board, highchair, folding play pin, and an assortment of books, puzzles, and games. 

The kitchen is fully stocked with just about anything you might need (e.g. large rice maker, insta pot, coffee maker, Keurig, tea pot, toaster, microwave, blender, air fryer).  Stove is a induction top and air fry/ convection oven.  Just outside on the deck is a large 5 burner grill and a 4 burner griddle.  The kitchen table will seat 14 comfortably with the extensions in place.

Water heater is a new 80 gallon hybrid (heat pump/electric) and should be able to keep up your crew.  A/C is oversized and keeps house very comfy.  Game room also has a mini-split a/c.

The dock is fitted with a fish cleaning station, large table with 6 chairs, picnic table, loungers, and other chairs. There is a Wet steps ladder to get in or out of the lake, a paddle boat, 2 sit on kayaks, 2 sit in kayaks, 2 paddle boards, saddle and chairs floaties along with a lily pad for wet fun.  Bring your boat(s),  and jet skis! There is a 12' wide by 32' long slip, as well as a 10' wide by 24' long slip for smaller rigs (no lifts).  The 2 jet ski lift is there if you know how to use it (really easy, but is used at your own risk); fits our 3 person skis with no issues. Don't forget to bring your own life jackets as they are required for the paddle boat, kayaks and SUP boards.  The fishing off the dock is exceptional for crappie, bluegill and catfish.  White bass come in schools and are great fun to catch also.  Fishing licenses are required and are available on line though Missouri dept of conservation. There are fishing poles and reels (good ones) for you to use along with hooks and weights. Ozark bait and tackle, in Laurie (they also have minnows) is close by.

 We have noticed very few if any mosquitos, but there are plenty of midges which also means spiders.  The spiders and midges (like a mosquito, but without a poker) won't bite you, but we have a service that comes out and sprays every 2 weeks to keep them in check. The spray they use is non toxic and safe for everybody but the spiders. 

There are numerous places to get gas on the water or on land.  Shawnee Bend public boat ramp (very nice and can accommodate large boats) is fairly close and the one we use. Another option is Gravois Mills public ramp.  

There is plenty of parking at the house, probably up to 6 cars and a boat trailer.  Just don't block our neighbors drives.  And be courteous, most of our neighbors live there full time (at least in the summer).