Monthly Archives: August 2012

Back to School: Easy School Lunches

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For all the moms out there — I know the mixed feelings of having your kids go back to school.

Although peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are a kid favorite, mix it up this fall with these easy, yet delicious school lunches.  They will add some variety for your kids and are super easy to make.

What do you usually pack in your kid’s lunchbox?

7 Ways to Make Your Kids’ School Lunches Less Boring – Patch.com

30 Ideas for School Lunches – Good Housekeeping

Cheap, Easy School Lunches – Rachael Ray

21 Back to School Lunches Kids Will Love – Real Simple

Cool Lunch Boxes for Back to School – Huffington Post

Inside Look: Lake Escape

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Two story home in Buck Creek Cove with great view of Lake.

This amazing family oriented lakefront retreat takes in all the beauty of the Lake and offers guests gentle lake waters in an ideal cove location with easy access to main channel for boating excursions. The three bedroom and 2.5 bath home has special features making it one great “lake escape.” Come and take it all in!

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The 1,700 square foot vacation rental is available year around and features central heating/air, cable TV, DVD player, all bedding, dish towels and iron. The kitchen is furnished with a range, microwave, and refrigerator. Other features include weekly trash pick-up, open parking, washer/dryer and ironing board. A 24′ covered boat slip is available to rent at the property for $10.00 per day. Need extra space for friends or relatives? The Jewell, Blue Gill and Heron House properties are just up the road and within easy walking distance from Lake Escape.

This beautiful property is just 25-30 minutes away from all the action on the busy side of the Lake – Bagnell Dam, Lake Ozarks, and Osage Beach – via the community bridge. Also, the home is just 5 minutes away from the town of Laurie and just minutes from a public golf course and theater.

Sleeps: 9

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

The Lake of the Ozarks On Your Phone!

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Waiting in line at the grocery store?

Is it taking forever to buy stamps at the Post Office?

Now, we have the easiest way for you to browse our properties and to even book your next stay at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Be sure to check out our brand new mobile website.  Access our vacation rental, browse all of our properties, find out what to do at the lake, and more.  Our website is safe, secure, and capable of booking any stay with us.

Simply go to www.crystalwatervillas.com/m/ from your mobile device.

Olympic Sports at The Lake of the Ozarks

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If you’re like us, the London Olympics have been on our television constantly ever since kicking off.  We’ve watched everything from gymnastics, to water polo, volleyball, and table tennis.  Another sport we love to watch is kayaking.

Of course, not everyone wants an intense race to the finish line.

That’s why at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can rent a kayak and take a relaxing journey down the little Niangua River or paddle around on the lake.

Be sure to check out Little Niangua Campground and Lake of the Ozarks State Park for kayak rentals.

You don’t have to be an Olympian…but be prepared to work your arms and take in the beautiful sights and sounds of the Ozarks life!

Property Pairings: Evening Rose & Sunset Cove

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Are you tried of the same ‘ol family reunion at the same ‘ol location?  Change things up and come to the Lake of the Ozarks for your next family gathering!!  Two of our properties, Sunset Cove and Evening Rose, are close together so you can enjoy the beauty of the lake without the stuffy, cramped space of a hotel. Together, these properties will comfortably sleep 22 people!

Homes Lakeside with grassy yard and easy water access for kids.

Evening Rose: This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom is both kid-friendly and a layout adults will love as well!  There’s a TV in just about every room, Air Hockey, a spacious dining room table, and gas grill to have a cookout. As a bonus, all guests will receive 10% off a boat rental from Pirate’s Point. READ MORE

Lakeside of home, with grassy yard, screened in porch and shaded upper deck

Sunset Cove: This beautiful, lakeside home has a big, grassy yard, screened in porch and shaded upper deck. There’s plenty of room, as this property sleeps 10 people, has 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen has a bar area, WIFI internet access throughout the house, and a living area kids will love. READ MORE