Family-friendly vacation rentals in Meramec River

Comfy Miramiguoa Home

A great view of the woods awaits you from the countryside kitchen window and off the back deck. The 2 bedroom house has a warm cozy feel and can accommodate 6 people. It adjoins Meramec State Park boundary, which has hiking trails, river access, fishing and floating. Nearby is Meramec Caverns, Onondaga Cave, antiquing, restaurants, breweries, wineries and small zoos. Within 1 hours drive is St. Louis, the Katy trail for bicycling. Enjoy a relaxing comfy stay where deer are frequently seen.

Yeary Farms Milt's Place with Private Beach!

An Ozark Oasis in the middle of a working cattle ranch, this custom designed home offers deluxe comfort. With multiple decks, porches and views out every window, this home is the perfect getaway for romantic retreats, family and friends to relax and make memories, artists and writers to host workshops or retreats, or even the single person to just get away from it all. Good dogs welcome, $35 per dog per week, fee collected separately at time of check in. Look for Yeary Farms site for more info.

Serenity Valley (No Cleaning Fee)

Discover Serenity in this 675 sq ft Studio cottage on a private wooded lot. Cozy space with 1 queen bed & optional inflatable queen bed for up to 4 guests. Relax on the patio in Adirondak chairs, enjoy a bubble bath in the vintage clawfoot tub, or take in the panoramic woods view on the couch. Amenities include WIFI, washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen, DishNetwork, pack&play. Just 60 mins from downtown STL, 15 mins from Washington, 20 minutes from Six Flags. Your tranquil escape awaits!

Treehouse Too

Our treehouse overlooks the Meramec River. Enjoy the solitude of a treehouse that sleeps four comfortably. A king loft has large windows for river viewing. A queen loft has a skylight for moon and star viewing. The kitchenette has midsize fridge, microwave, electric skillet, plates, cups, utensils, toaster oven. Linens provided. It has a tiny house bathroom with a good size shower, toilet and tiny sink. Outside there is a charcoal BBQ grill and picnic table. Pet friendly with a $50 fee.

Entire private Glamping Yurt next to forest

Pet friendly glamping in 1 of 2 private yurts next to the Mark Twain National Forest, is the perfect place to escape! Relax to all the sounds of nature the Mark Twain National Forest has to offer. Take in the stunning 360° views & peaceful surroundings from the 30'X30' wraparound deck! Spend your days hiking, kayaking, & all the things the area has to offer & your evenings around the campfire, watching the sunset & star gazing. If you love camping & modern amenities, you will love this place.

Real Treehouse, Cute Chickens, Cuddly Dogs

Adorable Treehouse for the family! Perfect getaway to relax and renew your soul in Mother Nature with all the conveniences. Hammocks and swinging chair inside and out! Cute chickens & 5 sweet dogs. Starlit memories, FREE s'mores by campfire, fun Old Time Tin Hot Tub. Return to alignment, hike trails, walk a creek, peaceful lake, swings, 70 private acres. Sleeps 9 in 7 comfy beds. Easy kitchen, cute living room, dinette, self check-in. Restroom, hot shower, a/c and heat. Swiss Family Retreat!

Shagbark Hickory Cottage (Hot tub & Sauna)

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Enjoy a detox in our handcrafted sauna, or take a soak in the hot tub under the stars! Full kitchen, bathR w/claw foot, & screened in porch. It’s very private, with land to explore. Take a stroll to the pond or creek where you will see a little piece of history, or possibly enjoy a visit from our sweet cows. Close to La Chance winery, Desoto town, Big River access points, valley view glades, & Washington state park.

The Den at Dittmer Hollow

Newly Updated** Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature, with a semi-primitive, modern cozy secluded treehouse in the woods! Explore 10 acres or wind down on the deck before relaxing in the *NEW* hot tub. The cabin inside has a very minimalistic design featuring on the first floor an electric fireplace, air conditioner, table, refrigerator, leather futon couch, kitchenette with a hand crank water pump sink, axe throwing and porta-potty bathroom.

Lady Asha Yurt/Treehouse!

Hummingbird Hollow Outdoors Lady Asha Yurt/Treehouse. Experience an authentic, rustic and secluded glamping experience on a beautiful Farm Animal Sanctuary with horses, donkeys, sheep, goats and potbellied pigs grazing beneath you, a true animal lover's heaven on earth. There is an comfortably sized and uniquely designed bell tent on an elevated platform nestled in the trees. Cozy futon beds with linens, and multiple cooking options for convenient camping fun.