The name says it all. A rustic-luxe combination of timber and stone, The Lodges at Table Rock Lake is strategically perched to maximize the views over a quiet bay. Surrounded by the heavily wooded, rolling hills of the Ozarks, you’ll feel far from the buzz of Branson – even though you’re just minutes from the “You guys go ahead, I’ll hold your stuff” double barrel-roll wood roller coaster at Silver Dollar City. Conquer the rest of the park and return triumphant to your spacious vacation rental, complete with living/dining area and fully equipped kitchen. Whether the kids vote for movie night in front of the large flat-screens, or game night around the table, you won’t miss a thing while you’re manning the concession stand (i.e. refilling the popcorn bowl). Remote-controlled stone fireplace means even cozy morning fires are fair game if it’s chilly when you wake up. Once you hear the troops stirring, line the marble countertop with plates of pancakes and sausage and watch it all magically disappear within minutes – possibly an all-time family record. Then head out to the pool for too-many-to-count races down the waterslides. Evenings are best spent retelling the day’s adventures parked in the outdoor hot tub or the Adirondacks around the fire pit.