Lake of the Ozarks Vacation Rentals

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
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Thursday, May 24, 2018

Memorial Day Fireworks at the Lake of the Ozarks

Whether you're ready for summer or not, Memorial Day Weekend is here to kick off the season! This is a special time of year to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives serving our country. This bittersweet holiday weekend offers both a time for solemn remembrance for the fallen and a celebration of what America stands for. All across the country, communities will host parades, concerts and of course, amazing firework displays. Keep reading to learn where you can view this year's Memorial Day fireworks at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Memorial Day Firework Displays

A holiday weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks just wouldn't be the same without some fireworks! During your Memorial Day Weekend stay with us, be sure to check out one or more of these great firework displays:

Bear Bottom Resort

Saturday, May 26th at 9:45 PM
View by land at Bear Bottom Resort, 123 Bear Bottom Drive in Sunrise Beach, or by water at the 38 MM. Parking is limited, so be sure to arrive early. Call 573-374-6905 for more details.

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The Inn at Grand Glaize

Sunday, May 27th at Dusk
View by land at the Inn at Grand Glaize,5142 Osage Beach Parkway in Osage Beach, or by water at the 1 MM of the Grand Glaize Arm. Call 573-348-4731 for more details.

Tan-Tar-A Resort

Sunday, May 27th from 8:30-9:30 PM (Dusk)
Viewing by land is reserved for resort guests only, but you can view them by water at the 26 MM. Call 573-348-3131 for more details.

Tropic Island Cruise

Sunday, May 27th at 7:30 PM
Boarding begins at 7:30 PM, and you will then cruise out to the 26 MM to view Tan-Tar-A's firework display. Call 573-348-8550 for reservations or more details.

The Lodge of Four Seasons

Sunday, May 27th at Dusk
View the Lodge's firework display by water at the 13 MM. Call 573-365-3000 for more details.

We currently still have availability for the holiday weekend. If you've been thinking about a last minute trip to the Lake of the Ozarks, we've got your accommodations covered! Give us a call at 573-365-3367 today and come join us for Memorial Day Weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you've already booked your reservations, we can't wait to see you and we hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend at the Lake!

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4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
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Monday, May 14, 2018

Long Term vs Nightly Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks

At Your Lake Vacation, we frequently get asked whether it's better to rent a particular property as a Lake of the Ozarks vacation rental or as a long term rental. The answer to that question is usually, "it depends." Or "what do you mean by better?" Keep reading to learn more about the differences between nightly rentals and long term rentals.

Vacation Property at the Lake of the Ozarks

The first question that I ask someone is, "Do you want to use the property?" If you want to use the property at all for your own vacation, then you've already answered your question, unless you can find a long term renter who will let you hang out with them for a week or so every year!

If you are not going to use the property at all, then the next question becomes, "Do you want to manage it yourself or have someone else manage the property? It is easier to manage a long term rental yourself than to manage a vacation rental. After you have answered that question, then it becomes the simple question of economics. In other words, how can you get the best return on your investment?

Long Term vs Nightly Rentals

Let's look at a three bedroom condo in Osage Beach for an example. A quick look at the long term rental market for a three bedroom condo in Osage Beach is showing an average rental price of around $1,000 per month. That would be a gross income of $12,000 per year. Last year, our best renting three bedroom condos in Osage Beach averaged $18,500 in rental income. Therefore, if you were going to manage the property yourself, you could potentially receive more income from vacation rentals even after paying the electric bill (which long term tenants usually pay, but vacationing guests do not). Otherwise, you would have approximately the same expenses for the property regardless of how you rented it.

Hiring a Property Manager

If you hire a property manager at the Lake of the Ozarks, you would pay around 15% for long term management and based on the above numbers, that would leave you a net income of $10,200. For vacation rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks, you would pay around 35%, which would leave you a net income of $9,625 after paying the manager and the electric (based on $200 per month for electric). So essentially, it would be break even at that point, except with the vacation rental, you could still use the property for personal vacations vs not being able to use it if it was rented as a long term rental. You then just need to decide if it's worth less than $600 per year to not be able to use your property?

Most of our owners want to use their home or condo as their own vacation rental property and then rent it to help off-set their costs. The majority of vacation rental properties do not make a profit but their income does allow them to have a second home or condo and take care of the majority of their expenses.

For more information on turning your second home at the Lake into a vacation rental, give us a call at 573-365-3367. Your Lake Vacation has been serving guests and helping owners with professional vacation rental management services at the Lake of the Ozarks since 1986, and we would love to help you too!

Nightly Vacation Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks:

We make it simple. Paperless. Keyless. Stress-less.

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Local - 573-365-3367
Fax - 573-365-5076

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Friday, May 11, 2018

13 Mother's Day Fun Facts

It's Mother's Day Weekend, a time to celebrate mothers and grandmothers for all that they do for us. In honor of Mother's Day, Your Lake Vacation thought it would be fun to look up some fun facts about this holiday to share with you. Below are some fun facts about Mother's Day that you may not have known.

Mother's Day Fun Facts

Mother's Day is a celebration of mothers and grandmothers all around the world. From cards and flowers to taking mom out to dinner, there are plenty of ways to show mom your appreciation of everything she does throughout the year. Take a look at these Mother's Day facts. Are any of them surprising to you?

More people purchase fresh flowers and plants for Mother's Day than for any other holiday except Christmas/Hanukkah.
The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that US consumers will spend $23.1 billion celebrating Mother's Day. Shoppers will spend an average of $180 on mom this Mother's Day.
According to the NRF, 77% of consumers will give cards to their mothers for Mother's Day this year.
According to the NRF, more money will be spent on jewelry than any other category this Mother's Day, at $4.6 billion.
According to Insure.com, the various tasks mothers perform at home would be worth $67,619 a year in the professional world.
More calls are made on Mother's Day than any other day of the year, approximately 122 million calls.
According to the NRF, 69% of consumers will purchase flowers for their mother on Mother's Day.
Carnations have special meaning on Mother's Day, with red for those living mothers and white for those who had passed.
The oldest mother on record is a 70 year old woman in India who gave birth to a son on April 19, 2016.
There are 48 words in the English language that contain the word "mother," including motherhood and motherly.
Mother's Day is the busiest day of the year for the restaurant industry with 62% of Americans dining out.
Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May in 94 different countries.
Mother's Day is the third most popular holiday in the world, behind only Christmas and Easter.

Celebrating mother's doesn't have to be just this weekend! Why not take her on a Lake of the Ozarks getaway this summer? Whether you plan a girls trip for her or make it a family vacation, the Lake of the Ozarks is the place to be this summer! Your Lake Vacation is here to help with all your vacation planning needs. We'll hook you up with the perfect Lake of the Ozarks accommodations, from private waterfront homes to condos with all the best amenities. Give us a call at 573-365-3367 today!

Nightly Vacation Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks:

We make it simple. Paperless. Keyless. Stress-less.

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Local - 573-365-3367
Fax - 573-365-5076

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Thursday, May 3, 2018

5 Bedroom Waterfront Home at the Lake of the Ozarks

Away From It All

Get away from it all in this amazing waterfront home at the Lake of the Ozarks! Located off Horseshoe Bend, the newest addition to our Lake of the Ozarks vacation rental program features 5 bedrooms total and sleeps up to 19 people! The property features the main four bedroom home, a large bunkhouse that sleeps nine guests, a boat house overlooking the water and two docks with three boat slips. Plus there's plenty of parking and over 300 feet of shoreline!

The four bedroom home features two bedrooms each with a king bed on the mail level, along with a full kitchen, dining area and plenty of windows to view the lake. The lower level features the third bedroom with a queen bed and another bedroom with two twins and a queen sleeper.

The main level walks out to a large wrap around deck and the lower level walks out to the boat docks. The adjacent boat house features a kitchenette with a stove, microwave and refrigerator, seating for 10 guests and plenty of windows to view the water and swim area.

The large bunkhouse is located approximately 40 feet from the home at the top of the driveway. The bunkhouse features three twin over full bunk beds, a living area with a large flat screen TV and also a half bath, refrigerator and Keurig.

Three boat slips, parking for six vehicles as well as trailer parking makes this the perfect property for large groups and family reunions! Located at the 8 mile marker by water and just a short drive to the grocery store, restaurants, shopping and the Bagnell Dam Strip.

Book your reservations in this or one of our other Lake of the Ozarks vacation homes by giving us a call at 573-365-3367. Whether you're booking a family getaway or couples retreat, we're here to help you find the perfect accommodations for your vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Nightly Vacation Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks:

We make it simple. Paperless. Keyless. Stress-less.

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Local - 573-365-3367
Fax - 573-365-5076

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Friday, April 27, 2018

Book Now for Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend, the official start of the summer season here at the Lake of the Ozarks, is now just a month away! How will you be celebrating? Now's the time to make your plans to stay with us at Your Lake Vacation. Keep reading to learn about some of the fun holiday events to enjoy and the awesome places you can stay during Memorial Day Weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Memorial Day Weekend Events

Enjoy live music all across the Lake this holiday weekend. Each of the waterfront restaurants is sure to have a great music lineup. If you're looking for a big show though, check out one of these events:

Dr. Zhivegas Memorial Day Weekend
Head over to the Horny Toad Entertainment Complex this Memorial Day Weekend as Dr. Zhivegas hits the outdoor stage to kick off the summer season. Music will run from 8pm to 12 am each night, May 25-27.

Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner and a show at the Camden County Museum, May 25-26. The show is “Give My Regards To Broadway” by George M. Cohan. Dinner starts at 6 pm each night, and showtime is 7 pm. Seating is limited, so reservations are strongly suggested. Tickets are $15 per person. Call 573-346-7191 for more info.

Alabama Live in Concert
ALABAMA is the band that changed everything. They brought country music to the mainstream and from side stage to the main stage. ALABAMA introduced rock style guitars, lights, pyrotechnics and sounds to the country audience. They have charted 43 #1 singles including 21 #1 singles in a row, a record that will likely never be surpassed in any genre. Come see them LIVE at the Ozarks Amphitheater on Saturday, May 26th at 7 pm.

You're sure to see some fireworks across the Lake as well. Stay tuned at FunLake.com for additional events. Plus, you can make your own fun this holiday weekend with a day of boating, watersports, BBQs and more!

Places to Stay at the Lake

Your Lake Vacation offers a wide variety of Lake of the Ozarks accommodations to meet everyone's needs. Here are just a few of the options still available for Memorial Day Weekend.

Hook Lane - 6 Bedroom Home

You will love this incredible waterfront home at the Lake of the Ozarks located near the 31 mile marker just West of Camdenton. This six bedroom, four and a half bath, 4500 square foot home is nestled in a cove just past the Niangua bridge about 20 minutes from Osage Beach, and it's perfect for your large family gathering this Memorial Day Weekend!

Newport 107 - 4 Bedroom Condo

Newport 107 is located in the heart of Lake Ozark and by water at the 1 mile marker. You will enjoy a beautiful view of the cove located just off the main channel from either of the screened in decks. The condo sleeps up to 10 people, making it the perfect place for your large family to stay this holiday weekend.

Paradise Point - 4 Bedroom Home

Bring your friends and family for the best view at the lake! Paradise Point describes it all! You won't believe the view from the deck or the view from the three stories of windows overlooking the main channel. There's no better place to relax this Memorial Day Weekend!

Lands End 637 - 3 Bedroom Condo

Bring the friends or bring the family, as this unit has it all! Located in the heart of Osage Beach near shopping and dining and all there is to do, welcome to Land's End! This unit sleeps 8 people and offers a great view of the water.

WoodCrest 109-2D

Looking for a relaxing holiday weekend getaway at the Lake of the Ozarks with your spouse? This one bedroom condo is the perfect place to stay. You will enjoy a great main channel view from the deck which overlooks the water & the pool.

Memorial Day Weekend at the Lake

Book your Memorial Day Weekend reservations today by calling 573-365-3367! This is just a small selection of the waterfront homes and condos at the Lake of the Ozarks we have available for rent this holiday weekend. Let us help you plan the perfect Memorial Day Weekend getaway at the Lake!

Nightly Vacation Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks:

We make it simple. Paperless. Keyless. Stress-less.

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Local - 573-365-3367
Fax - 573-365-5076

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Friday, April 20, 2018

6 Tips for Choosing a Vacation Rental Manager

Do you own a second home or condo at the Lake of the Ozarks? Have you found that you don't use it as much as you expected? Have you thought about off-setting some of your expenses for that property by renting it out to other vacationers? To get the most out of a vacation rental at the Lake of the Ozarks, you'll want to work with a professional vacation rental manager.

Finding the right company to manage your vacation rental property can make a big difference in your overall experience. Keep reading for some tips on how to choose the right Lake of the Ozarks property manager for the job.

1. Find Someone with Experience.

Obviously experience counts when trying to find the right property manager for the job. Find out how long they have been managing property and how successful they have been in renting properties similar to yours. Beware of any company that promises a certain number or rental nights or guarantees a certain amount of rental income. However, a good vacation rental company at the Lake of the Ozarks will be able to provide you with potential income and rental night numbers based on their past history with similar properties.

2. Ask About Their Support Services.

Does the company offer housekeeping, maintenance, interior design, AC and appliance repair or landscaping and yard work? Are they available 24/7? When renting out your home to vacationers, you never know what could go wrong. You don't want to be the one dealing with them at 2 am in the middle of the summer when your AC unit stops working and they can't sleep because it's so hot in there. When you're working with a great property manager at the Lake of the Ozarks, those types of issues will be handled by the property management company so you don't have to worry about a thing. They will have a list of trusted vendors that they can call in any emergency situation. In addition, you don't have to worry about cleaning the home in between guests and you have someone that's looking after your property while you're away.

3. Understand Their Marketing Approach.

The next thing you will want to check with a prospective property manager about is how they market their properties. Do they provide plenty of images, virtual tours, videos and detailed information about their properties? Do they utilize social media, digital marketing and e-blasts? Is their website easy to navigate and is the presentation professional? In addition to their website, how do they advertise their properties?

4. Look Into Their Screening Process.

Since damage is always a possibility when renting your home, how does the company screen potential guests? Do they have age restrictions? What kind of questions do they ask prospective guests during the booking process? How do they handle damage if it occurs? Do they offer any type of damage protection? Have the company provide you with examples of how they have handled past damage situations.

5. Ask How They Rent Their Properties.

Some vacation rental companies at the Lake of the Ozarks rent their properties on a rotating basis. If you have a nice property or a great location, companies using this procedure should be avoided. Your hard work, decor, amenities and location should be allowed to work in your favor. A company that presents all of their properties in the same manner and allows your features to sell your property to potential renters is your best bet. Wouldn't you want to be able to choose if you were a guest and not have to take the next unit in line?

6. Find Someone Honest with Good Ethics.

Your potential property manager should have good ethics and be truthful about the potential for your property. Ask around to find out if the company you're considering has a good reputation. Does the company belong to other professional organizations? You should be able to get references from current owners, as well as other professionals within the Lake community. And finally, you should feel at ease and be comfortable with the potential manager.

If you have a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks and are considering hiring a property manager to manage it for you, give us a call at 573-365-3367. We would be happy to discuss our program and your rental potential with you. In addition, if you're looking to buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks to use as a vacation rental, we can advise you on what type of properties rent the best. Don't hesitate to call with any questions you may have.

Nightly Vacation Rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks:

We make it simple. Paperless. Keyless. Stress-less.

4571 Osage Beach Pkwy, Suite A
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Local - 573-365-3367
Fax - 573-365-5076

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