Eminence is the county seat and city of Missouri’s Shannon County, located in the heart of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. This tiny city only has 1 library, elementary, middle school, and high school within a 1.88 square mile (4.86 hectares) area. The people here walk to get around town. It sheds its small-town image and transforms into a popular resort city visited for its scenic natural landscape during summer. Surrounded by the beauty of the state’s biggest national park and the country’s first-ever protected river system, its terrain is perfect for horseback riding, fishing, hunting, and canoeing. Several locally owned accommodations provide a cozy home-like stay for visitors who want to enjoy Eminence’s lovely outdoors. We’ve listed the 8 best Airbnb vacation rentals in Eminence, Missouri, for you to include in your travel plans on your next visit.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Stylish, modern cottage near Ozark stream (from USD 110)
This apartment is surrounded by wildlife and overlooking Ozark stream. It’s near shops, restaurants, and Jacks Fork River. This 0.5 acre (0.2 hectares) property offers several outdoor activities such as camping, cookouts at the fire pit, grilling barbecues, and exploring the scenic stream nearby. This two-level, modern-country home has stylish and cozy interiors. The spacious, open concept contains a queen bed and a double bunk bed providing a restful sleep for five guests. There’s a living room with a TV, a dining area for six, and an equipped open kitchen. All necessities such as bath essentials, linens, air-conditioning, heating, cable TV, and free parking are provided. There’s a slow DSL connection, but you won’t mind with the wonderful outdoor scenery that will keep you busy.
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the beds were very comfortableone photo showing the partitions and feet of beds would make it clearour kids loved the bunk beds and the large game of checkerssummerside was cozy warm and inviting and so full of charmcomfortable beds and everything we needed for a week of floating and exploringCleanliness:
was clean and invitingit was very clean and the decor was beautifuleverything was perfect clean and in orderit was clean well-furnished and comfortablewe were greeted by a very clean and nicely decorated spaceHost:
awesome hostsgreat host and even left us homemade breadthe hosts were super helpful with recommendationsrhonda and her husband are always great hostthe best hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location centrally located to explore the areathis is a fantastic locationthe location was perfect and very convenientamazing comfortable cozy cottage close to everythingthe location was convenient to town and attractions
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2. Secluded, rustic cabin in the woods near a creek and rivers (from USD 112)
This private cabin is in a secluded area of Old Desperado Ranch near Jacks Fork River, Current Rivers, and Suttons Creek. It’s the ideal location for camping, trekking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, and all outdoorsy activities. The barn-style cottage feels homey with its wooden rustic interiors. Get warm and toasty by the fireplace while watching TV or surfing the net in the living room. The fully equipped open kitchen has a tiny dining area. Two loft bedrooms and the sofa bed in the living room can sleep five guests comfortably. Relish hot showers in the bathroom with complimentary essentials. Hang out on the covered porch or by the fire pit and adore the lush surroundings.
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well equipped kitchen beds were comfortable tooCleanliness:
very clean and cozyvery clean and nicely decoratedvery clean nice atmosphereclean quiet and comfortabledishes clean towels washclothes shampoo etcHost:
lisa was such an accommodating host and the hospitality was excellentlisa was a great host very quick in responding to any questions we hadvery friendly and helpful hostslisa was a great hostlisa was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was beautiful as wellgreat hideaway close to great floating optionsonly a few minutes from town and close to all the hiking we wanted to do excellent locationthe location is very relaxing and loved sitting by the firewe stayed here for our anniversary and we loved the location
3. Simple studio-type cottage (from USD 115)
This rental is in a vast property near a creek, hiking trails, and Dollar General. The spacious bungalow with an open plan that hosts four guests features a queen and double bed sharing the space. It provides basic comforts such as air-conditioning, heating, hot water, and free essentials. The only bathroom contains a sink, a toilet, and a walk-in shower. Outside is a wide, medium-sized deck where you can relax with a beer while enjoying the forest scenery. If you want to go off the grid without going too far from the city, then this is the place for you.
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he left a chocolate on the bed which my five-year-old daughter adoredCleanliness:
cabin was extremely clean and comfortableplace was spotless and just perfect for a peaceful getawayit was so clean and he had everything you needed (even things you might have forgotten)Host:
ron was a great hostron was a great host would definitely recommend this cabinron was an excellent hostnice cabin with great hosts who were friendly and very accommodatingron was so friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great setup and location loved that it was secluded yet close to everythingeverything is so close thanks againit was incredibly cute and cozy and the absolute perfect locationabsolutely great cabin close to town and easy to get to
4. Lovely stone cottage steps to downtown (from USD 130)
This is a gorgeous stone cottage with a unique country and vintage motif. This bungalow is spacious for eight guests. The clean, open space that greets you features a cozy living room, a harvest-style dining table, and an old-fashioned kitchen. Though the three spacious bedrooms are equipped with antique double beds and furnishings, the cottage also has modern comforts such as air-conditioning, heating, and Direct TV. Guests are free to use the outdoor grill and picnic table for al fresco dining. The covered deck is a great place to relax and socialize. The rental is walking distance to downtown, .5 miles (.8 kilometers) to Jacks Fork River, 4 miles (6.43 kilometers) to Alley Springs, and 11 miles (17.7 kilometers) to Rocky Falls.
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100% recommend beds were very comfy toothe beds were comfortable & décor charmingthe house has a really nice open living space with plenty of room for 8 people to gatherCleanliness:
everything was very clean and well-organizedvery clean and friendly hostthe special touches in the bathroom with plenty of soft clean towels really helped our large groupthe cottage was clean very nicely decorated and very conveniently locatedit was clean convenient amenities and rhonda was a great hostHost:
the hosts are kind friendly and helpfulvery nice home and rhonda is a friendly host and very quick to respondrhonda and her husband were great hostshosts are very friendly and willing to make the experience awesomelovely hosts and quai nt house with homey feeling we enjoyed our stay very muchRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellent -- close to everythingnice and close to townsuper cute place & great location near the towngreat place and good locationcute little place to stay
5. Cowboy-style country cottage (from USD 165)
This cozy, pet-friendly cabin has rustic, cowboy-style interiors. It has hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, sliding barn doors, and big bay windows. The living room is cozy with a plush leather sofa, a TV, and a stone fireplace keeping it warm. A tiny round table for four is at the corner by the window so guests can dine with pleasant garden views. The two spacious bedrooms each contain a queen bed on a rustic wooden log frame. The kitchen has modern cooking equipment and a breakfast bar counter. The cabin is in an isolated area of Old Desperado Ranch perfect for camping with its fire pit and barbecue grill. The four horse stalls can be used for an additional fee. It’s 2 miles (3.21 kilometers) away from the road to the main highway and opposite Jacks Fork River.
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while the wifi isn’t perfect you are paying to stay in the middle of the woodsthe beds were comfortable and the bathroom linens were newerCleanliness:
everything was very cleanthe cabin had everything we needed for our stay and was very clean and decorated nicelythe ranch house was beyond our expectations it was super clean and tastefully decorated in a rustic themeRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s very close and convenient to some of the best floating in the countrythis is a place where you can just come to relaxagain though a great place to stay
6. Cozy, private room at the Blackwell Inn (from USD 113)
The rental is a guest room in the family-owned Blackwell Inn and Bistro. It is located on the upper floor of the stately home, along with the other guest rooms. The owner also lives on the property and is available for assistance most of the time. The spacious room sleeps four guests with a double deck and a queen bed with thick cushions. Conveniences such as Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and heating are provided during your stay. The ensuite bathroom is small but complete with a sink, toilet, shower, and free bath essentials. The lower floor features a bistro that serves delicious meals. Relax on the wide deck and balcony and take in the beautiful garden views. The inn is steps away from diners, the river, and canoe rentals.
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different rooms have different bathroom styles and quality like granite or small simple sink etcdonna was amazing the room was as described cozy the food at in the bistro was fabulousHost:
the hostess is very warm and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great though bedding and beds were comfortable
7. Granny’s cabin for four
This quaint, tiny cabin is a great fit for four guests. It’s steps away from Jacks Fork River and Ozark hiking trails. The tiny space features a kitchen equipped with a microwave and oven for preparing simple meals. There’s a bathroom with a shower and free essentials. The main floor has a small lounge with a sofa and a full-sized bed that is cozy for two guests. The loft contains a king bed that sleeps two more. There’s a propane grill in the yard guests can use for barbecues after a day of exploring the surrounding forest and riding the float on the river.
Eminence, Missouri, United States
33.81 km (21.1 mi) from Ozark National Scenic Riverways Park HeadquartersTop guest reviews
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the air conditioning was very cool all the kitchen and bathroom supplies were nicesoap shampoo and conditioner were all provided in the shower which was a nice surpriseCleanliness:
the cabin was very clean and had lots of characterHost:
very flexible gracious and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location great getaway for a weekend river tripperfectly located in eminence and within close proximity to all that the beautiful onsr has to offerthis is a lovely little cabin located close to everything in eminenceromantic cabin and great location to alley spring rocky falls and jacks fork riverthe space had everything we needed to be comfortable and in a location near the river
8. Cute cabin near Jacks Fork River
This cabin is a great place to come home to after exploring the outdoors. It’s spacious enough for seven people and has one bedroom with two queen beds, and there is one bathroom. The living room has two comfy couches and a fold-out twin bed. Conveniences such as air-conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, free linens, cable TV, and kitchen equipment are available. There’s a deck overlooking a huge lawn with lots of parking space. The area is surrounded by trees and trails that are great for walking. It’s near Jacks Fork River, Rocky Falls, a gas station, a canoe rental, a camping ground, and downtown.
Eminence, Missouri, United States
33.96 km (21.2 mi) from Ozark National Scenic Riverways Park HeadquartersTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the cabin was very clean and cozycozy clean and stocked with everything you needreally nice airbnb very clean great location and particularly loved the old vhs collectionthe cabin was clean decorated really cute in a quiet area and met our expectationsRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfect almost waling distance to eminencegreat location near the rivergood location but definitely not luxuriousthe location is perfect if your floatingrobert was great very responsive the location was great too
Relaxing riverside rentals
Being such a small city, everything is within walking distance so you are not far off from a scenic forest, river, or creek. Walk the other way, and you are in town with access to groceries, diners, and shops. All of these accommodations provide a place to rest and relax after you are done exploring this amazing town. Include one of the 8 best Airbnb vacation rentals in Eminence, Missouri, when planning to travel here. Be ready for a memorable riverside adventure with a small-town feel!
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