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The Loft on the River with Private Gravel bar!!

Van Buren vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Van buren, MO
  • Place, Ozark National Scenic Riverways
  • Place, Cave Spring Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Spring
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Van Buren

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Watercress Spring Camp and Watercress Spring Picnic Grounds. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Big Spring Historical District and Mark Twain National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Cave Spring Park - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Chilton Creek Campsite - 15 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Big Spring Historical District - 18 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Big Spring - 23 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Clearwater Lake - 55 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Las Margaritas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Rosecliff Lodge at The Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ranch House-Coffee Shop And Creamery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Heron at The Landing - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Loft on the River with Private Gravel bar!!

Come for the weekend or stay for the whole week!

This beautiful apartment style home over looks 15 gorgeous acres. It is nestled along the banks of the crystal clear Current River located just a couple miles upstream of Van Buren Mo. This newly remodeled home sits on a bluff overlooking the scenic Current River that kept in out of the historic flood in 2017. You are nice walk or short drive to the 550 feet of private gravel bar!

The perfect property to be secluded and enjoy peace and quiet

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn thermostat to 75 degrees in summer months, 60 degrees in winter.
Make sure all windows and doors are shut.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Loft on Current River Van Buren
The Loft on Current River Private vacation home
The Loft on Current River Private vacation home Van Buren

Reviews

The Loft on the River with Private Gravel bar!! Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brigette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to town and gorgeous river access.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

RUN!! Rent somewhere else because this property is so over priced it’s almost funny. First off the “queen bed” is a full. The a/c in the main bedroom didn’t work so it was 80 degrees at night. The shower stall is so small you can barely turn around in. The guest bedroom had see thru curtains so everyone was awake at 6am. The back patio wood is rough and will give you splinters. The back patio door has a piece of sharp metal sticking out that could cut someone. We will be looking to get a refund and their lucky no one got cut on the door and sued.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tabatha C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Impressed

Loft is in some dire need of TLC and repairs. Way overpriced for what you get. Door leading out to deck was falling apart, wouldn’t shut and was danger to all. I was scared my grandchildren were going to get cut. The broken metal sticking out did cut my daughter’s leg. The deck was old and weathered obviously not been maintained in years, so kids had to wear shoes out there cause boards were splintering. The rest of place was old with cheap- cheap furnishings. Shower stall was absolutely pathetic. You could barely turn around in it and make sure no one is on deck cause they are going to see you business, no window curtain. Shower stall was old and disgusting. Bedroom door was broke. The top hinge and frame was broke at some time and the barn door on other room was not functioning properly. I read the reviews and seen a few of these problems but from years ago, thinking owners would repair by now. Nope, evidently they do not maintain their properties! We have 4x4 drive and ATV and that’s only way you are getting to the river cause it’s way to long of walk otherwise. Good place on river that’s the only perk but there’s other places on river nicer and closer. So if your twenty something and just want to party and not shower go ahead and book cause you sure can’t tear anything up, but if your adult and want to relax after a long day on the river this place is not it. Side note, you got about 2 miles at least of dusty, rocky road and not the best maintained in spots.
Door leading to deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

k n., makanda, illininos us

Dangerous river

Too much rain in the area and the river was high, fast and dangerous. The sand bar has been washed away by the floods so there was no place to hang out by the river. Of course….not the owners fault. The deck had not been cleaned which is where we wanted to hang out so I swept and wiped down the deck. The back door squeezed so loud I sprayed it with vegetable oil, which helped. The bedrooms were comfortable and clean. Overall, managed to have a fun vacation and the space was comfortable enough. Does seem to need some TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Current River

Fantastic property and the gravel bar was amazing to relax on. Interior was nice and perfect size for a family with up to 4 kids, the bunk beds are easily full size mattresses! Amenities were nice and sheets and towels definitely clean. The back deck is amazing for morning coffee or peaceful evening and having the smart TVs made for great evening activities since we brought our switch. 10/10 would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Deanna C.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

We had a great time and other than there was no broom so hard to sweep the sand from the beach, but that was very minor. Overall it was clean and we all enjoyed it! Will come back again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katelyn D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Current river float

All of the beds had clumps of dirt, sand, and what looked like dog hair in the sheets. The dishes were filthy and thrown in the cabinet. The trash cans had garbage in them. We ran out of dish soap. There were no extra trash bags in the premises. Directions to the property could have been more clear. For the price we paid for two nights and the condition of the home when we arrived, we were very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good and Great

The location was great! A beautiful view of the river and the sun set over the river. Nice to watch off of the deck. It was located a little off the beaten path but that is just what we wanted. The kitchen is not well equipped. It has only 2 scratched up teflon pans and few other utensils but it did have an insta-pot and a nice grill. No ice trays in freezer! There were lots of lights over the kitchen counter but none of them worked. No nightlights either. There were some dirty utensils in the silverware drawer so we washed everything before using. The towels were badly stained but I read that in another review so brought my own just in case. Beds were comfy and shower/bathroom was good. There is a 17-step walkup (pictured in listing) and the parking/yard is very steep so if someone is walking/stair-climbing challenged, I would not recommend it. I would definitely stay here again knowing that it truly is a "river cabin" and not a luxury get-away. Just know what you are getting before you go. The location makes it all worthwhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Adam S., Saint Louis, USA

Great setting, above a garage

We liked staying here, though for the same price in the same area with similar views, there are other, better options. The big plus is the view and access to the Current River, which can be seen from the deck. Otherwise, the place is above a garage, meaning you need to lug everything up those steps. The rooms were clean, but the oven had some sort of residue in it that made it smoke the place up, even after we tried to clean it. There were also no sponges, scrub brushes, etc. to wash dishes with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pictures and Description are Misleading

The loft was clean, the owners were easy to communicate with, and answered questions promptly. However, we felt as though the pictures and description of the property were extremely misleading. While the deck was probably our favorite part of the place, the river is barely even visible though the trees. The river access/gravel bar is NOT at the bottom of the hill as you would expect from the photos shown. We had to travel down the hill, turn on a sand road that looked like it was meant for an ATV for .3 of a mile to get to the access. If you have children and/or a cooler, you should probably drive. But unless you have 4-wheel or AWD, I wouldn’t risk it. Also, please note that you will be traveling down gravel roads for nearly 5 miles to get to the property which we found to be rather inconvenient. However, we wouldn’t have been as bothered by it if we had felt as though we were actually on the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place!

Our family of four used the loft as base camp for a couple days of exploring rivers and springs... and it didn't disappoint! The directions to the property and for check-in were spot on. We were excited to be able to pick the property out from the river during our float and spent some time on the gravel bar in the evening. Beds and furniture were all comfortable and suited our needs perfectly. My only suggestion would be to have the AC unit turned on on the day guests are expected. We arrived late in the evening of a 95* day... and it was a hot first night while the window units tried to catch up from the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Trevor D.

Wonderful stay

This location is amazing, the house and its river front access was perfect for us to stay at. We had a few minor issues ( Master bedroom door was somewhat broken, sheets had stains, and pots/pans were dirty when we first arrived). But despite this, I would plan a return visit in a heartbeat! Also the Cabin sighs are behind some overgrown grass, so make sure to pay attention to the directions very carefully.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to the river

This was the first time we stayed here. It has a path down to the river which we loved. We not only got to lounge in the river upon arrival and got to stop and refill during our float. there are about 4 miles of gravel roads to get to this rental including some steep inclines/declines. I suggest you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle. I have a Ford Fusion and ended up getting a rock stuck in my brake assembly causing a grinding noise when I got home. The house is exactly what you see in the photos with just about everything you need. Unless you're making spaghetti. No strainer or spaghetti fork/spoon thingy. This is a good rental for the price and if you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle I do recommend it. The fact that it is located on the river is a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH S., Hopkinsville

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

Overall the house was cute, clean and served it’s purpose for our family. The window unit air conditioner made it hard to close doors and it was still warm in the bedrooms with doors open. The roads to the house were pretty rough and we had a 4 wheel drive. We looked forward to the water access but felt like we were intruding on someone’s property and it wasn’t swim friendly like we wished. Small thing: need ice trays. Thanks for opening your home and being open to suggestions! There were a lot of small necessities there which was a nice surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review for the loft on current river

My experience was excellent! The only thing I wish was different is seeing the water from the balcony. There is so many trees you can’t even see the water. For being a loft on current river we just thought you would be able to see the water. Also the drive down to the water is kind of a hassle it’s easier just to walk! But other then that it was an amazing stay. The location is close to town! The beds were so comfortable even the bunk beds were comfy no complaints!

10/10 Excellent

Jacque K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick get-a-way

Very easy to rent. Great communications with owner. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Van Buren float trip

This property was accurately listed and photographed. We traveled to the area to join our family for a float trip on Jack's Fork. The drive to Eminence was about 40 minutes but worth it to stay in the vicinity. The Loft offers close river access which we enjoyed twice. It's within walking distance or a short drive down the hilltop. We enjoyed spending time on the deck in the evening and early morning. The loft was stocked with the basics you need for a get-away. The property was clean and decorated nicely. The mattresses and pillows were better than what I have at home so that was a big bonus considering we were all ready for a good nights sleep after days in the sun. I would re-stay or recommend to a friend.