Wanderlust “to do” list
Trails, Hikes, Bikes, Lakes, and Nature
Here are a few local places of interest that we think you might enjoy.
You are already at your little slice of paradise why would you want to leave? There’s so much to do at your Airbnb!
Trails have been cut with love for you to explore the wildflowers and the property. We have amazing flowers blooming from the middle of March to early fall. Be sure to check out the Dragon trail and see how many dragons you can find. Along the trails you will come to the butterfly nursery where we have been attracting Monarch as well as other species of butterflies for the last few years. Mike Has planted multiple varieties of milk weeds and other plants to feed the various stages of butterfly and has countless variety of butterfly bushes and plantings to attract them to their nursery.Around the 10 acres there are approximately 75 fruit trees and counting. Behind the pool there are some large green tubes and several other oddities including a sandbox and for children to enjoy. In the garage you’ll find a ping-pong table as well as lots of yard games including badminton, volleyball, and many other yard games.
There is a great Koi pond where if you ask Mike, the man in the straw hat, he may help you find some fish food. There is an enormous fire pit and plenty of firewood. Susan has the makings of s’mores up at the house waiting for you if she’s on her “A” game, along with a couple of guitars, a banjo, and a mandolin if there are any pickers in your crowd.
If you’re coming in the winter and you’ve heard it’s been cold for a while, if the Ice is 4 inches thick in either of the two fishing ponds (not the Koi pond) You should bring your ice skates. Feel free to bring a fishing pole if you’d like to fish in the pond down by the outbuilding. Again, not the Koi pond, those fish are expensive!! They are also under the protection of mermaids.
There are of course two other water related activities, the 25 x 50’ inground pool, typically open April 15 through October 15 heated by a heat pump. Which means, it must be above 50° during the day for a significant number of hours in order for the heat pump to kick on, and if it’s early in the season, you must cooperate and keep it covered after you’re done swimming by rolling on the solar blanket or you won’t have the heat in the pool the next day. There are tons of pool toys and floaty ‘s, life vests for children, And even a large collection of extra bathing suits and heavy robes should you forget yours. We strive to have the pool open by mid April and we typically close it Mid October. Our ideal temperature is between 80 and 87°.
There is also an enclosed hot tub that typically stays a balmy 104°. So again I have to ask with so much to do at your “Staycation Destination” why take a side trip!. .
7350 E Rosadene Ln
7350 East Rosadene LaneYou are already at your little slice of paradise why would you want to leave? There’s so much to do at your Airbnb!
Trails have been cut with love for you to explore the wildflowers and the property. We have amazing flowers blooming from the middle of March to early fall. Be sure to check out the Dragon trail and see how many dragons you can find. Along the trails you will come to the butterfly nursery where we have been attracting Monarch as well as other species of butterflies for the last few years. Mike Has planted multiple varieties of milk weeds and other plants to feed the various stages of butterfly and has countless variety of butterfly bushes and plantings to attract them to their nursery.Around the 10 acres there are approximately 75 fruit trees and counting. Behind the pool there are some large green tubes and several other oddities including a sandbox and for children to enjoy. In the garage you’ll find a ping-pong table as well as lots of yard games including badminton, volleyball, and many other yard games.
There is a great Koi pond where if you ask Mike, the man in the straw hat, he may help you find some fish food. There is an enormous fire pit and plenty of firewood. Susan has the makings of s’mores up at the house waiting for you if she’s on her “A” game, along with a couple of guitars, a banjo, and a mandolin if there are any pickers in your crowd.
If you’re coming in the winter and you’ve heard it’s been cold for a while, if the Ice is 4 inches thick in either of the two fishing ponds (not the Koi pond) You should bring your ice skates. Feel free to bring a fishing pole if you’d like to fish in the pond down by the outbuilding. Again, not the Koi pond, those fish are expensive!! They are also under the protection of mermaids.
There are of course two other water related activities, the 25 x 50’ inground pool, typically open April 15 through October 15 heated by a heat pump. Which means, it must be above 50° during the day for a significant number of hours in order for the heat pump to kick on, and if it’s early in the season, you must cooperate and keep it covered after you’re done swimming by rolling on the solar blanket or you won’t have the heat in the pool the next day. There are tons of pool toys and floaty ‘s, life vests for children, And even a large collection of extra bathing suits and heavy robes should you forget yours. We strive to have the pool open by mid April and we typically close it Mid October. Our ideal temperature is between 80 and 87°.
There is also an enclosed hot tub that typically stays a balmy 104°. So again I have to ask with so much to do at your “Staycation Destination” why take a side trip!. .
The southern side of Columbia along with the trails that run along the Missouri River offer some of the most amazing Karst Topography/cave systems. The caves are the home to the endangered brown bat colonies that fly between the Rock Bridge Park caves often referred to as devils icebox and the caves near Boonville along the Missouri River.
There are fantastic walking trails for several levels of hikers.
During good weather there are guided tours through some of the Crevasses and caves
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Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
5901 Missouri 163The southern side of Columbia along with the trails that run along the Missouri River offer some of the most amazing Karst Topography/cave systems. The caves are the home to the endangered brown bat colonies that fly between the Rock Bridge Park caves often referred to as devils icebox and the caves near Boonville along the Missouri River.
There are fantastic walking trails for several levels of hikers.
During good weather there are guided tours through some of the Crevasses and caves
This is located only about 10 to 12 minutes from the house. It’s a fantastic fishing lake with a huge amount of shoreline. It is under used and picturesque. Owned by the Missouri Department of Conservation It has unspoiled shoreline where there are no homes or commercial activities allowed on the lake.
Little Dixie Lake Conservation Area
1614 Kamps RoadThis is located only about 10 to 12 minutes from the house. It’s a fantastic fishing lake with a huge amount of shoreline. It is under used and picturesque. Owned by the Missouri Department of Conservation It has unspoiled shoreline where there are no homes or commercial activities allowed on the lake.
I believe a good Internet search will tell you lots more about this place there is swimming, rock climbing, trails, biking and I believe they have an area which allows for ATV’s
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Pinnacles Youth Park
850 E Pinnacles RdI believe a good Internet search will tell you lots more about this place there is swimming, rock climbing, trails, biking and I believe they have an area which allows for ATV’s
Swimming lake in season. Beautiful trails around year round. Dog Park!
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Parque del Lago Stephens
2001 E BroadwaySwimming lake in season. Beautiful trails around year round. Dog Park!
There are much better sites to learn about all the trail routes along the Missouri Kansas Texas and Katy Trail connectors, So please continue to explore the Internet. If you are an avid biker you can ride your bikes all the way to St. Louis along the wind Strasse and stop off at many good wineries along the way, you can ride along the Missouri River and go to a little town called Rocheport Which has excellent eateries and shopping and offers a step into the past.
MKT Trail - Flat Branch Park Access
101 S 4th StThere are much better sites to learn about all the trail routes along the Missouri Kansas Texas and Katy Trail connectors, So please continue to explore the Internet. If you are an avid biker you can ride your bikes all the way to St. Louis along the wind Strasse and stop off at many good wineries along the way, you can ride along the Missouri River and go to a little town called Rocheport Which has excellent eateries and shopping and offers a step into the past.
This will take you about an hour and 15 minutes but if you’re here for an extended trip and are looking for a chance to get away there is a lot to do at the lake. Excellent fishing and boating, some very great parks and picnic areas and more.
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Lake of the Ozarks
This will take you about an hour and 15 minutes but if you’re here for an extended trip and are looking for a chance to get away there is a lot to do at the lake. Excellent fishing and boating, some very great parks and picnic areas and more.
Missouri wine and spirits
Augusta Winery
5601 High StHermannhof Winery
330 E 1st StLes Bourgeois Winery & Tasting Room
12847 W Hwy BbFlat Branch Pub & Brewing
115 S 5th StLogboat Brewing Company
504 Fay StBur Oak Brewing Company
8250 Trade Center DrDogMaster Distillery
210 St James StBroadway Brewery
816 E BroadwayCanterbury Hill Winery and Restaurant
1707 South Summit DriveWell priced, causal and Family friendly eateries
Las Margaritas Columbia
10 Southampton DrShakespeare's Pizza - Downtown
225 S 9th StConsidered the best pizza in Columbia
Owned by a good friend of mine, Absolutely excellent BBQ Great choice for catering
Buckingham Smokehouse BBQ
3804 Buttonwood DrOwned by a good friend of mine, Absolutely excellent BBQ Great choice for catering
Flat Branch Pub & Brewing
115 S 5th StPaPPo's Pizzeria & Pub W Nifong Columbia, Mo
10 West Nifong BoulevardD. Rowe's Restaurant & Bar
1005 Club Village DrEl Maguey
901 East Nifong BoulevardGreat places to eat
This is actually Susan and Mike’s very favorite place to eat we practically live there
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Murry's
3107 Green Meadows WayThis is actually Susan and Mike’s very favorite place to eat we practically live there
Addison's - South
4005 Frontgate DrSophia's
3915 S Providence Rd44 Stone Public House
3910 Peachtree Dr44 Canteen
21 N 9th StTellers Gallery & Bar
820 E BroadwaySycamore Restaurant
800 E BroadwayCC's City Broiler
1401 Forum BlvdCherry Street Cellar
505 Cherry StChris McD's Restaurant & Wine Bar
1400 Forum BlvdBarred Owl Butcher & Table
47 E BroadwayGunter Hans
7 Hitt StChims Thai Kitchen
7 S 10th StPeking Restaurant
212 E Green Meadows RdTaj Mahal Indian Cuisine
601 Business Loop 70 WestOsaka Japanese Restaurant
120 E Nifong BlvdSake Japanese Bistro and Bar
16 South 10th StreetLove Sushi
2201 Missouri BlvdLes Bourgeois Vineyards Blufftop Bistro
14020 W Hwy BbFood or treats worth the drive
If you wanna die and go to heaven for the best shrimp in the world, or the most amazing steaks that are larger than your head, big potatoes that are bigger than your boot, This is your place we might even see you there! If you’re looking for fancy stay home this is what people refer to lovingly has a hole in the wall but it is hands-down one of the best meals you’ll ever have. Their ahi tuna is excellent. Mike Will drive the 45 minutes For their hamburger????
Lula's Tavern
112 West Carpenter StreetIf you wanna die and go to heaven for the best shrimp in the world, or the most amazing steaks that are larger than your head, big potatoes that are bigger than your boot, This is your place we might even see you there! If you’re looking for fancy stay home this is what people refer to lovingly has a hole in the wall but it is hands-down one of the best meals you’ll ever have. Their ahi tuna is excellent. Mike Will drive the 45 minutes For their hamburger????
So you can’t go to the state capital without stopping by central dairy It’s an old fashion ice cream parlor Like walking into the 1950s
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Central Dairy
610 Madison StSo you can’t go to the state capital without stopping by central dairy It’s an old fashion ice cream parlor Like walking into the 1950s
Arris' Bistro & Liquid Lounge
409 W Miller StOh my save room for the pie! Again Mike and Susan highly recommend! This is an amazing treat for those of you who are coming in Friday through Sunday Because they aren’t open any other time. This is family style all you can eat fried chicken country ham and all the trimmings. Likely the best fried chicken You’ll ever have .
Claysville Store
5650 East Claysville RoadOh my save room for the pie! Again Mike and Susan highly recommend! This is an amazing treat for those of you who are coming in Friday through Sunday Because they aren’t open any other time. This is family style all you can eat fried chicken country ham and all the trimmings. Likely the best fried chicken You’ll ever have .
O'Donoghue's Steaks and Sea Food
900 E High StWe just enjoy this little place it’s intimate and delightful
So really a pretty drive and A fun experience they have an excellent deli
Dutch Bakery and Bulk Food Store, LLC.
709 US-50So really a pretty drive and A fun experience they have an excellent deli
Fun and delicious breakfast
Ernie's Cafe & Steak House
1005 E Walnut StJJ's Cafe
1712 North Providence RoadCafe Berlin
220 N 10th StAmazing pancakes
Perche Creek Cafe
6751 US-40First Watch
1301 Grindstone ParkwayHarold's Doughnuts
204 East Nifong BoulevardCustom made unique donuts pretty darn tasty
Family and kids activities
Regal Columbia & RPX
2800 Goodwin Pointe DrGQT Forum 8
1209 Forum Katy PkwyRagtag Cinema
10 Hitt StParque de Trampolines Sky Zone
7175 Oakland Mills RdAMF Town & Country Lanes
1508 N Providence RdLevel Up Entertainment
2300 Bernadette DrBonkers
3812 Buttonwood DrGran Zoológico de Mascotas y Parque Educativo de Safari de Joel
13187 State Hwy MShryocks Callaway Farms
2927 County Rd 253Maplewood Barn Theater
2900 E Nifong BlvdArrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
114 High StThierbach Orchards & Berry Farm
85 Town Branch RdColumbia Farmers Market
1769 W Ash StThe Peach Tree Farm
24863 MO-98Where Pigs Fly Farm
2810 US-50
Nonna's Barn
11727 Cedar Creek Ridge RdIntroduction to horses? Trail rides, private or small group lessons 
Midway Golf & Games
5500 W Van Horn Tavern Rd