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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Steelville, MO
  • Place, Meramec River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Peaceful Bend Vineyard
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Fugitive Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Steelville

Located in Steelville, this cabin is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Meramec River and Peaceful Bend Vineyard. .This cabin is 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Riverview Roadside Park and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Birds Nest Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Meramec River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Peaceful Bend Vineyard - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 39 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Meramec Caverns - 47 min drive - 71.6 km
  • The Fugitive Beach - 51 min drive - 68.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪MidWest Travel Plaza - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Rich's Famous Burgers - ‬11 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.

Elevated Farm Cabin | River Views & Access, Hot Tub & Thoughtful Finishes

Sassafras Cabin
Elevated Farm Cabin | River Views & Access, Hot Tub & Thoughtful Finishes
Sassafras Cabin is a warm, inviting retreat perched on our century family farm, offering elevated views of the Meramec River and the peaceful countryside below. With unique interior finishes, a private hot tub, and a layout designed for comfort, this cabin is ideal for guests looking to relax and reconnect.
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✨ Cabin Highlights at a Glance
• Sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably
• Elevated setting with views of the Meramec River and river bottom below
• Located on a century family farm, blending privacy with scenic surroundings
• Private hot tub perfect for unwinding after a day on the river
• Unique interior finishes with a cozy yet modern feel
• Comfortable living area designed for relaxing evenings
• Fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals and farm-to-table dinners
• Outdoor space for enjoying fresh air and countryside views
Sassafras Cabin is ideal for guests seeking a scenic, comfortable getaway with river views, modern amenities, and easy access to outdoor experiences.
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River Access, Floating & Outdoor Experiences
As a guest of Sassafras Cabin, you’ll enjoy access to multiple Meramec River areas owned by 4J Vacation Rentals, offering flexibility for swimming, floating, fishing, and relaxing.
✔ Included River Access
• Riverside Pavilion Above Fishing Springs – Covered pavilion with deck overlooking the river, bar area, fireplace, refrigerator, sink with running water, swimming access, shade, and cornhole boards
• Bluff & Sunny Swim / Floating Take-Out – Scenic swimming area that also serves as the designated floating take-out point
✨ Optional River Access
• Private Gravel Bar – Optional access to a 13-acre private river property with ½ mile of Meramec River frontage, ideal for relaxing, swimming, kids playing, and short tubing loops throughout the day
Access to the private gravel bar is available for a per person fee and is not included with the nightly cabin rate.
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Floating & Golf Cart Rentals
Floating and tubing options are available through 4J Vacation Rentals (visit our website and click the Floating tab for routes and current rates). Optional golf cart rentals are also available to make getting around easy and fun.
Please note: Gravel bar access and rentals such as floating equipment and golf carts are optional amenities offered separately and are not included in the nightly cabin rate.
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Farm-to-Table Dining from Our Family Farm
Guests have the option to order farm-raised meats from our family-owned 4J Cattle Farm, including Wagyu and Angus beef and pasture-raised chicken, delivered directly to the cabin.
Many guests enjoy grilling steaks or preparing farm-fresh meals during their stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

21203

Elevated Farm Cabin | River Views & Access, Hot Tub & Thoughtful Finishes Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

louis s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place off of the beaten path just what we needed to get away for a weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elysia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We had a great stay. Beautiful clean home with a great view. Loved everything about it. Owners very responsive and we had everything we needed. There was even firewood there. Very impressive. We would love to stay again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chera W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Beautiful cabin on beautiful property!! We were more than impressed upon entrance of the cabin. It was so quaint so beautiful clean with a beautiful kitchen with every dish you could need. The washer and dryer in the cabin was a life saver while on vacation. The bedrooms were perfect with beautiful views out the windows. If I could have made any changes at all it would only be two things, the shower was too small could barely wash my hair because you can’t get out of the stream of water lol barely turn around in there and second was the BUGS!! Holy cow being in the mountains in mid summer the bugs were horrific. We could not enjoy the hot tub due to excessive bugs outside and 2 out of the 4 guest got spider bites in their sleep and we all got ticks. There were spiders and ticks everywhere inside and out! To be expected in such a rural area. It was still a beautiful place and perfect location to enjoy all the local Missouri spots caves, springs, river.
Beautiful view of sunset headed down the drive to sassafras
Beautiful view of hillside behind Sassafras heading towards the barn and river access
Meramac River access behind Sassafras
Meramac River view from the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sasafrass cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Lovely private place in the woods.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

20th Anniversary MC trip

Great place to stay, loved the pavilion and river access. Place was really accessible for MC. Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Def recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gigi S., Columbia, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Perfect place to relax and recharge. The hot tub and view were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded sanctuary for the weekend

Loved it! The scenery was great, the property owners were so nice and the cabin was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay!

We loved the Sassafras cabin. It was perfect for our friend float trip weekend. Everything was clean and had all the needed essentials. Close enough to town to visit grocery store and restaurants but also in the country setting. We used Kickin’ K floats for our float trip and it was great to end at the cabin property and not have to drive after a day of fun on the river. We also stayed at the Dogwood cabin which was within walking distance so perfect for our group of 10. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view calm peaceful place

Title says it all!!! A+ stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great ranch cabin.

Perfect headquarters for our team for rally racing trip. Nice views and nicely cozy cabin. Steaks were very tasty! Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sassafras Cabin Getaway

Property was remote and very peaceful. The site was very clean and well maintained. The outdoor furniture was very clean and sturdy and came in handy for the 2 very warm nights we stayed at the Cabin in late February.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite and peaceful

We got a little confused on location. Google maps failed us that night but travel and being dark out when we arrived really made it hard to see. Place was quite, beautiful, clean and cozy. We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet & Cozy

Great place for a relaxing weekend away. The view was beautiful and we enjoyed the hot tub on the cold autumn evenings. I think it would be ideal for 4 people. With 6 (2 were kids), it felt a bit tight and maybe not worth the "additional guest fee".
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicole p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing & Relaxing

Of course we absolutely loved the hot tub. The view was amazing. We all had an amazing time and would love to come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Our stay was wonderful. The cabin was perfect and the view overlooking the valley was great. I definitely plan to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cabin!❤️

Loved this adorable, quaint cabin! Perfect for me, my husband, two teens and our lab! It was clean, cozy, comfortable and had all the items needed in the kitchen to make a meal. You have to drive/walk to river access, but it's only a couple minutes just down the road (two great spots) and it's easy to get in and out. It was secluded enough to feel like you're away from everything, but also close enough to town to run and grab groceries, or other needed items. We met the owners and they were so friendly! We got a little lost at first coming in, so make sure you look for the signs that direct you to Murphy's Place, 4J Vacation Rentals property (Sassafras Cabin). It might be helpful to have exact directions sent once you book the place....since it's situated pretty far back from the road. Such a wonderful get away! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H., Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Weekend

The home was clean and just as described. The host responds quickly and the resturants we tried were all wonderful! Steelville has a cute mainstreet with fun shopes to explore also.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Brian W.

Peaceful

We loved the location. Quick trip to trout fish. We were happy to find a pet friendly place. The hot tub was awesome! Thanks for the nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin fever!

Awesome, private, cabin was great, river access was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Outing

My friends and I had a great time. The cabin met our expectations. It was a quiet and peaceful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas getaway

My family and I decided on an experience instead of too many presents this year. We definitely had an experience- fishing and hiking on Christmas day, thanks to perfect weather and a beautiful location. The Sassafrass cabin was a comfortable fit and had all we needed. There was even a Christmas tree! We highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Pleasant plains, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!

Everything was outstanding! Clean, quiet, private and that hot tub!! We had an amazing time reconnecting after 15yrs together. And I’m so grateful we found this beautiful property! Next time we will share it with the kids and I will pet that pretty horse down the lane! We will be back for sure!! Side note… I think I might have a new obsession for cows! Watching them live there best life on this farm is refreshing to see! We loved every second there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get a way!

Great place to get away from the noise of the city. Lots of wildlife and fresh country air. We have been here twice already now and will return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away

We stayed here over the weekend for our 7 year anniversary. Was the secluded stay we were looking for ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021