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#ContemplationCabin on the Jacks Fork River!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 666.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Summersville, MO
  • Echo Bluff State Park
  • Mercy St. Francis Hospital
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Alley Spring & Mill
    ‪60 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.

Property manager

Logan Walkup
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
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

About the area

North America

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Summersville, MO

What's nearby

  • Ozark National Scenic Riverways - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mercy St. Francis Hospital - 14 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Alley Spring Grist Mill Historic Site - 52 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Alley Spring & Mill - 60 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Alley Spring State Park - 61 min drive - 49.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this 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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

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

Reviews

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

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

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

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

Susan H.

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

Perfect getaway for family connection

We went to the cabin with expectations of severely minimized phone usage so that we could just connect as a family. The cabin is nestled away from everything (and everyone), yet you can stay as connected as you want (WiFi in cabin). The river was nice and low (and clear) when we first arrived and we explored the area as we hunted for interesting rocks to bring home. It rained each day and overnight the river changed significantly. My son brought his drone and we got really great before and after aerial shots of the river right from our cabin porch. It was fascinating.The cabin was clean and well cared for and was stocked with everything you need to keep your stay cozy, including lots of dry firewood. Each morning I sat with a hot cup of coffee on the porch (while it rained) and each night we ended with a fire outside (with s’mores, of course). This was a perfect spot for a weekend getaway for our family. We are so thankful for our stay and for the highly attentive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

David R.

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

Perfect Getaway

The location on the river is perfect. gravel beach, scenic cliffs, clear water, private. The cabin has all the amenities you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Just the peacefulness we needed

While the weather was less than cooperative the sound of the river and birds singing, while enjoying a cup of coffee sitting on the front porch was exactly what the Dr ordered! Hopefully we’ll get to return again someday
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Wonderful getaway on the Jack Fork River!

The property was amazing, lots of nice touches inside and very clean. Short walk down to the gravel bar on the Jacks Fork River. We loved the wood burning stove inside and firepit outside! Host was very responsive and helpful. Looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne W.

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

Cozy weekend

This property was exactly what we were looking for. Great location right on the water and isolated from others. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Perfect

Perfect little Cabin in the woods. Has everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

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

Spring getaway

#ContemplationCabin is amazing, quiet, secluded, everything we could have wanted to disconnect and enjoy time together. Feet from the river for fishing or just hanging on the beach. we will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Excellent!

Above and beyond our expectations. Peaceful, well maintained and owners have clearly put a lot of effort into attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B.

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

Beautiful property

They really put their heart into this piece of property and it shows. The custom logo and the placement of everything around the cabin to create the perfect ambiance. Thank you both for sharing this slice of heaven on earth. Peace be da journey!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Beautiful Retreat

This is the ultimate peaceful retreat. Quiet and secluded. I’ve been to a number of VRBO for the last 7 years and this is one of our favorites so far. Loved the location and how secluded it is. My dogs were able to run and explore. Make sure to bring the bug spray because you are completely out in the wilderness. The drive was beautiful. The river was perfect. I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone that loves nature and looking to get away for a little peace.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Beautiful secluded incredibly awesome

Nobody else around for miles, except the occasional canoe on the river - like having your own private scenic river with bluffs in the mountains on the National Scenic Riverway. Wonderful little cabin, way better than the most glamorous of camping. Lots of cut and split firewood ready to go by the firepit, plus charcoal grill and outdoor gas grill, and everything needed for S’mores! HUGE PLUS - your own private beach an 2 kayaks to paddle right up to the gorgeous bluff formations on the far side of the river…a great swimming hole at your doorstep. Wonderful experience for us during the total eclipse - all alone with nature. Best place ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Absolutely loved everything about this amazing place. It was the most peaceful spot I’ve been to in my entire life. Hearing nothing but nature and not seeing a single soul but our family and dog for 4 days. If you like the peacefulness and quiet this is a perfect spot for you. We had a family of 5 and a dog and it was cozy but we were outside the majority of the time. We will defiantly be looking forward to coming back to this exact spot. It was perfect. Thank you to the family for your hospitality. Definitely a gem you have there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

A river cabin like no other

If you want a cabin away from noisy campgrounds and constant sound of traffic this is your place.Having the jacks fork river to swim and fish footsteps away is something you just don’t find very often. Keep in mind to get to the cabin it’s a small trip down a gravel road but is worth every minute, when you get there you’ll understand. Logan’s response to questions or concerns are answered almost immediately, thanks for everything you offer.See u soon
Stayed 4 nights in May 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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