Luxury Lake Home

Fall is upon us which means winter is right around the corner (sad but true). However, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy during this time of year here at the lake. This is the perfect time of the year to enjoy golfing at one of our many premier golf courses, attending the various festivals in the area, or visiting one of our local wineries. The beautiful colors of the changing leaves at the lake are a can’t miss opportunity! With Fall here, there are some things to consider to maintain your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks before the cold weather hits the lake. Here are some tips to help you prepare your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks while you are away. You might consider hiring a property management team to maintain your vacation home. The lake has companies that offer services including, but not limited to vacation home cleaning, pest control, lawn care, and more … things you won’t have to worry about while you are away. Invest in a home security system t...

We have just officially entered into the fall season, and the cooler weather is a reminder that winter is right around the corner. You know what that means, time to get your boat dock winterized at Lake of the Ozarks! The luxury lake lifestyle isn’t complete without some huge boats to complement your beautiful home at the Lake . Every huge lake home comes complete with an incredible dock that is equipped to handle big boats, jet skis, and all of the accessories that go with that. These docks generally have places designed for eating and entertaining, sound systems to set the mood, and any luxury item you can imagine. But when winter comes, what do you have to do to get these docks and their boats ready? Here are a few things to keep in mind as you have your dock prepared for winter! Photo Credit: Fun Lake Have the Boat Lift Inspected If you have a boat lift installed on your dock, it’s important to get it inspected routinely, but especially before winter. There are several businesses ...

Every homeowner at the Lake of the Ozarks is going to handle this time of year a bit differently (though, we’re sure it involves tears for all!). Some will completely winterize their luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks and come back in the spring to enjoy it, others are only going to partially winterize it because they will still visit throughout the winter, or have someone who cares for it through the off-season. No matter what your solution, here are a few ideas to consider as you prepare your million dollar home at the Lake of the Ozarks for the upcoming off-season. We covered part 1 a few months back, if you haven’t seen it yet, you can read it here: Preparing Your Vacation Home for The Off-Season - Part 1 . Pest Control We talked about the value of keeping your house a set temperature to protect the pipes, but there is one disadvantage: pest. A warm home can be the perfect place for pests such as squirrels or rodents making their home during the winter. Be sure that y...

The time has come, as much as we hate to see summer go, these cooler temps that are showing up at the Lake are reminding us that winter is coming. Vacation homes at the Lake of the Ozarks can be vulnerable if there isn’t a plan in place to care for them. Many luxury homeowners can make the task simple by hiring a company to come in and care for their home, make sure that everything is functioning properly, and even clean while they are away. Whether you have hired someone to take care of your luxury vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks , or you plan to care for it yourself, here are a few things that need to be checked before winter sets in. Check Your Insurance Policy First and foremost, one thing you should do before winter sets in is to make sure your home owner’s insurance is covering what you need it to. Some policies will not cover you if you leave your home unoccupied for a long period of time. The exact length of absence you’re allowed will vary by region and provid...

Every homeowner at the Lake of the Ozarks is going to handle this time of year a bit differently (though, we’re sure it involves tears for all!). Some will completely winterize their luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks and come back in the spring to enjoy it, others are only going to partially winterize it because they will still visit throughout the winter, or have someone who cares for it through the offseason. No matter what your solution, here are a few ideas to consider as you prepare your million dollar home at the Lake of the Ozarks for the upcoming off-season. Things to Be Aware Of ... Owning another property is both an investment and a responsibility. Here are a few of the potential problems that could occur during long periods of time away, and then some follow-up solutions to help guard against them. Bugs Rodents Mold Fire Frozen Pipes Leaks Theft & Vandalism Issues with your HOA Swimming Pool Care Lawn & Landscape Maintenance The good ne...

We’re deep in the heart of winter, and while the Lake area may not experience many feet of snow in the winter, we do still have a lovely winter season. Just enough winter to enjoy it, with some nice sunny days thrown in the mix! All the same, it’s still winter. Sometimes the days are cloudy, the weather is cold, and you just need a touch of cozy luxury to make the season feel warm and welcoming. Luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks are prime examples of beauty and sophistication, so we wanted to take a few moments to examine what makes them so exquisite during the cold winter months. Let There Be Light & Space Winter is darker than most months, due to the time change, and this can affect the mood in many ways. If you want to really make your luxury home feel cozy and inviting, you start with the lighting. Light and space can make any room feel open, warm, and inviting. Take advantage of your living environment by letting in lots of light (many luxury homes have large, go...

The luxury lake lifestyle isn’t complete without some big boats in your life. Every huge lake home comes complete with an incredible dock that is equipped to handle big boats, jet skis, and all of the accessories that go with that. That’s not all, though, these docks generally have places designed for eating and entertaining, sound systems to set the mood and every luxury item you can imagine. But when winter comes, what do you have to do to get these docks and their boats ready? Here are a few things to keep in mind as you have your dock prepared for winter. Have the Boat Lift Inspected If you have a boat lift installed on your dock, it’s important to get it inspected routinely, but especially before winter. There are several businesses at the Lake who specialize in boat dock lifts, so find one that’s right for you, and bring them out to take a look. They’ll probably start by making sure that the lift is still holding air - and not leaking (bad news if your luxury boat was on i...