Why We Love Year-Round Living At The Lake Of The Ozarks!

Although the Lake of the Ozarks is a great place to vacation, it's also a wonderful place to live year round. From the community involvement to the beautiful views, there are many reasons to live at the Lake of the Ozarks full-time. Here are a few of our favorite reasons why you should consider full-time Lake of the Ozarks living.

Beautiful Views Every Season

At the Lake of the Ozarks, we get to enjoy all four seasons with the beautiful views of the Lake! Spring and Fall are full of beautiful views with the changing leaves and the blooming flowers. Summer brings a new life to the area with those enjoying all the fun to be had on the water. There is definitely a reason why USA Today named the Lake of the Ozarks the #1 best recreational lake in the United States! During the "off-season", things slow down, but there are still many fun events throughout the season. However, the changing leaves and snow make for beautiful Lake views. No matter the season, you will love living at the Lake of the Ozarks, especially when you get to enjoy the beautiful views!

Great Schools

If you have kids, you will love to learn about how great our school districts are! We have amazing teachers that truly invest and care about their students. The Lake area is home to four high schools that have graduating senior classes with ACT scores consistently above the state, and even, national averages, according to loredc.com. The area also has two technical career centers, a four-year liberal arts college extension campus, and a satellite community college. These institutions work closely with community businesses to provide needed training for the area's workforce.  

Centrally Located

The Lake of the Ozarks is a great place to live full-time, as it's centrally located. The Lake of the Ozarks is not only in the middle of Missouri but its also in the middle of the United States. Big city amenities are just a short drive away! The Lake area is about a 3-hour drive from Kansas City and St. Louis, and just a couple hours from Springfield. Although you may not want to live in the city, you can enjoy a day trip or weekend getaway to these areas when you live at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Busy Lake to Private Oasis

Because the Lake of the Ozarks is a popular vacation destination, there are fun Lake events all summer long. From Aquapalooza at Dog Days to Lake of the Ozarks Shootout at Captain Ron's, when you live at the Lake of the Ozarks, you don't have to plan a trip to enjoy these fun events. While the summer season can be a bit busy, during the "off-season," you'll feel like your living on your own private Lake. In addition, you get to enjoy all the great amenities of a tourist town. From our amazing outlet mall to our great state parks, there's not a lack of entertainment at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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Amazing Restaurants

The Lake of the Ozarks is definitely not lacking in choices of restaurants, from fun waterfront bars to upscale restaurants. You'll never run out of good places to eat throughout the year. Although the waterfront restaurants close during the winter season, there are still plenty of restaurants on the land to make up for them being closed. There's a wide range of different eateries from pizza and burgers to Cajun and Italian, there is something for every craving! Whether you're cruising the Lake or The Strip, the Lake of the Ozarks is filled with great places to eat.

If you're ready to make the commitment of buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks, contact Mission Bay at 573-346-6600. Our residential community at the Lake of the Ozarks offers beautiful homes and villas that are perfect for part or full-time time living. To learn more about Mission Bay, visit our website at www.MissionBayLakeOzark.com.

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6 Benefits of Living on the Water

While it may the natural beauty that first peaks your interest of buying a lakefront home at the Lake of the Ozarks, a closer look will show you a strong economy with abundant employment opportunities and an exceptional quality of life! While relocating lakeside may not take much convincing, here are 5 benefits of living on the water:

1. Spectacular Views

The ability to wake up to breathtaking sunrises over the Lake is a driving force behind many people's decision to move to a waterfront location. The development at Mission Bay is beautifully tiered so that most lake view homes will always enjoy the stellar lake views. The 1400' seawall and lakefront cart path provides a place to not only access the community docks, but also to take in the view!

2. Privacy 

Living on the water provides seclusion from the hustle and bustle of the city. One of the great things about Mission Bay is the convenient location. Located on Twin Rivers Road, this new residential development at the Lake of the Ozarks is just 6 minutes from Camdenton via the improved Highway 5. With such a great location on the Lake, you can get most anywhere by car or water quickly!

3. Relaxation 

Looking out across the Lake from your deck can ease your stress. Soaking up the cool Lake breeze or warm rays of sunshine can be quite refreshing. Start your day with a beautiful sunrise and then wash away the stress of the day with a beautiful Lake sunset. The relaxing benefits of Lake living are endless here at Mission Bay. Stop by and see for yourself during one of our open houses every Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 3 PM!

4. Fun Activities 

With the Lake right at your fingertips, its easy to participate in fun water activities such as boating, canoeing, fishing, skiing, swimming and more! While other families have to load the car and drive for hours to see the water, you can get out and play whenever the mood strikes. The Mission Bay property is a 28-acre peninsula which juts out into the Osage Arm at approximately the 32 mile marker, with 3,400 feet of shoreline. Imagine all the fun your family could have living at the Lake of the Ozarks!

5. Resale Value 

Homes near the water, especially those that feature spectacular views and ease of access, have historically held higher value and increased in value more quickly than other homes because they are a limited commodity. Even homes that are relatively close to the water tend to be worth more than homes that are landlocked. When it comes to protecting your investment or providing a great opportunity to grow your equity, homes near the water are the clear winners.

6. Health Benefits 

Living near the water promotes a healthy lifestyle by presenting more opportunities to stay fit! By living on the Lake, you can take part in unique exercise such as swimming and rowing. The Lake of the Ozarks homeowners at Mission Bay can enjoy boating, swimming, fishing and more right here on the property. The community docks currently feature 12 x 40 foot slips, 14 x 40 foot slips and PWC slips. Many additional community docks will be purchased, some offering smaller slips. Mission Bay has everything you need for luxury Lake living!

From the relaxing lifestyle and great amenities to stunning views, Mission Bay is Lake living at it's finest! Designed for year-round living, the property features an indoor pool, clubhouse and future workout room to keep you active even during the winter. Our gorgeous lake view and lakefront homes at the Lake of the Ozarks are the perfect way to make your waterfront living dream a reality!

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18 Tips for Winterizing Your Home

The Lake of the Ozarks has seen a major job in temperature this week.  The season of scarves and boots is upon us.  These items will keep us warm outside, but how are you going to keep the inside of your house warm this winter?  You'll be paying a fortune if all you do is crank the heater up to full blast. Instead, use these tips to start winterizing your home at the Lake of the Ozarks before the snow begins to fall!

1. Install Storm Doors - switch out summer screens for the glass replacements and install the storm doors and windows if you have any.

2. Cover Your Windows - covering your windows in plastic will help to keep the heat in.  Window insulator kits are an inexpensive, temporary fix if you don't have storm windows.

3. Use a Draft Stopper - block any drafts that could be coming in under the doors with a simple piece or cardboard or a fancier door draft stopper.

4. Purchase Blackout Curtains - rather than covering your windows in plastic, you can purchase thick curtains to help keep the heat in and the cold out.

5. Reverse Your Ceiling Fans - When reversed, instead of pushing air down to create a chilling effect, the blades now force the air up. That warmer air will then be forced to the outer edges of the room and eventually travel down along the walls to the floor, helping to equalize the temperature of the entire room.

6. Get Your Furnace Inspected - call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and make sure its working properly.  Be sure to do this before the temperatures get below freezing because if there is a problem, you're going to freeze while you wait for it to get fixed.

7. Replace Your Furnace Filter - put a new, clean air filter in your furnace for better performance. During the winter, it might be good to stock up on these and change them about every month.

8. Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detector - Carbon monoxide is poisonous, but can be easily detected with an inexpensive battery operated alarm.  Be sure that the batteries are in working condition so you can protect your family from this silent threat.

9. Move Furniture Off Vents - if your couch is currently sitting on top of one of the vents, consider rearranging the furniture for the winter so the air can flow freely.

10. Shut Doors to Unused Rooms - heating one room is a lot easier than heating an entire house.  If you have rooms that aren't used that often, shut the vents in those rooms and then close them off. You will save on your utility bills because your furnace won't have to work as hard.

11. Use Baking to Your Advantage - baking is a great way to keep busy when your stuck inside this winter and it can help keep your home toasty warm.  With that being said, do not use your oven primarily to heat your home and never leave home with the oven on.  This is a major fire hazard.

12. Seal Your Windows and Doors - check your windows for air leaks and fill any gaps with caulking.  You can also install weatherstripping on any leaking doors.  

13. Prevent Freezing Pipes - insulate any exposed pipes to prevent them from bursting during freezing temperatures.  At a minimum, you should insulate them with foam rubber sleeves, but its even better to cover them in electrical heating tape first.

14. Prepare Your Chimney - check your chimney to make sure it is clear of any animals that may be taking refuse from the weather in there.  If it hasn't been cleaned in awhile, you should consider hiring a chimney sweep.  You should also check the flue damper to make sure it fully opens and closes.

15. Check Your Ducts - thoroughly check all your ducts and fix any gaps that you may find with metal backed tape.

16. Clean Out Your Gutters  - make sure that the gutters and downspouts are free of all clutter and debris.  We leaves left in the gutters over the winter can add significant weight and volume to the gutter, increasing the risk of damage.  Plus the snow and ice needs a place to properly drain when it melts.

17. Remove Dead Tree Limbs - trim back any tree branches that hang too close to the house and pose a potential threat when weighed down by heaving ice and snow.

18. Prepare Garden Hoses - be sure to turn off all outside water supply sources and blow compressed air through any hoses or sprinkler lines to prevent them from freezing or bursting.

Follow these simple tips and your Lake of the Ozarks home will be all bundled up for winter! Mission Bay homes feature state-of-the-art central water and sewer systems, as well as underground utilities to get you through the cold winter months with no issues.  The combination of a great foundation and these extra little things you can do will prevent many of those unexpected problems that can arise when the temperature drops below freezing.  Now you can sit back and enjoy that cup of hot cocoa knowing that your home is ready for any crazy winter weather that comes your way!

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Halloween Events at Lake of the Ozarks

Living at the Lake of the Ozarks has its perks! Just like with any other holiday, Lake of the Ozarks has plenty to do during Halloween. From candy for the kids to costume contests for the adults, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Check out some of these upcoming Halloween Events:

Tunnel Dam Gardens' Haunted Maze & Hayride - Oct. 24 & 25, Oct. 31 & Nov. 1

The Tunnel Dam Gardens Haunted Maze and Hayride is back, and this year you've got a chance to be part of the show!  The "Spookiest Family Plots" contest is giving the area's most maniacal minds an opportunity to unleash their horrific visions and possibly win a few bucks in the process. "Family Plot" displays will be set up along the hay ride route, and voted on by visitors. Cash prizes will be awarded to audience favorites. Admission is $5 per carload.

H. Toad's Halloween Costume Contest - Oct. 25

Dress in your most impressive 80′s outfit to win one of our awesome prizes! There will be great live entertainment courtesy of the rad 80′s cover band Fast Times! All costume participants get a Halloween shot!!!

• First Place: Two 50-yard line club tickets to Chiefs vs. Raiders game on December 14th with room accommodations 
• Second Place: New Year’s Eve package at Camden on the Lake 
• Third Place: $50 H. Toad’s Gift Card

Howl-O-Ween Festival               - Oct. 25

Dogwood Animal Shelter's annual HOWL-O-WEEN Festival sponsored in part by Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks! Family fun! Contests, food and entertainment! Vendor booths! Lots of smiles!

Halloween On the Strip              - Oct. 25

Trick-or-Treat at the businesses along the Historic Bagnell Dam Strip from 2-4 PM.

Walk on the Rocks Trick-or-Treat - Oct. 31

Children can walk through a maze set up in the parking lot of Hy-Vee and trick-or-treat. There will be a small admission fee for children and all monies raised benefits the Dream Factory.

While you're in town for these great events, be sure to stop by our homes at Mission Bay.  Owning a second home at Lake of the Ozarks allows you to attend as many local events as you want all year round.  We have open houses every Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 3 or you can give us a call at 573-216-5311 for more information.

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Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest Starts Today!

Living at the Lake of the Ozarks has its perks! From water events in the Summer to Christmas events in the Winter and everything in between, there's always something fun to do at the Lake. This weekend we are celebrating the 8th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest!  Here are just some of the great events going on all weekend long!

Entertainment

Many locations will be having live music and entertainment all weekend long.  For the complete entertainment list, please visit http://lakebikefest.com/events.asp.

Headliners

• Mustang Sally - Friday, September 12
• Edge of Forever - Friday, September 12 
• Hells Bells - Saturday, September 1

Two Bike Give-Aways

Passport Ride Give-Away
The Official Passport Booth is located at the Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson.  You may enter and get stamped at any of the passport locations.  A $20 entry donation is optional.  Your completed passport must be turned in no later than 11 AM on Sunday.  All passport stop locations must be stamped for the passport to be considered complete and approved for the drawing for the 2013 Harley-Davidson FLD Switchback.  For complete Rules and Regulations and the list of Passport Stop Locations, please visit http://lakebikefest.com/events.asp.

Free Ride Give-Away
Win a brand new Harley-Davidson Softtail Blackline!  The drawing will be held at 6 PM at the Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson.  You can register at the following locations during Lake Bikfest:

• September 11 & 12 - at Pickleheads Roadhouse Event Center in Sunrise Beach
• September 13 - at Beavers at the Dam during the National Beef Jerky Contest 12-4:30 PM
• September 13 - at Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson

Vendor Villages 

• Lake of the Ozarks Harley Davidson Shop
• Bagnell Dam Bait Shop & Campground
• Dog Days Bar & Grill
• Surdyke Yamaha
• Toad Cove Compound
• Yacht Club Powersports 

While you're in town for Lake Bikefest 2014, be sure to stop by and see our new residential development.  Mission Bay offers Lake Living at its finest with gorgeous lake view and lakefront homes at the Lake of the Ozarks.  The development is beautifully tiered so most lake view homes will always enjoy the stellar lake views. Mission Bay boasts an exquisite clubhouse with heated indoor pool and outdoor pool and hot tub for entertaining family and friends.  Mission Bay is conveniently located on Twin Rivers Road off Highway 5 in Greenview MO.

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