Title: Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods ## Photo gallery for Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods ![Interior - Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods (Thompson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95990600/95990551/acbfe058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods (Thompson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95990600/95990551/59dcaabb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods (Thompson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95990600/95990551/6250ae59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods (Thompson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95990600/95990551/0cacbdaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods (Thompson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95990600/95990551/cc6995dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the country woods, Rut & Strut Ranch offers a serene escape from city life. Experience the peaceful sounds of nature with wildlife abundant, fish in the pond and unwind at this cozy cabin surrounded by rich wood trim. Enjoy fishing opportunities at Mark Twain Lake just 35 minutes away or relax on property. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! Quiet Cabin in the woods Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place out in the country. Rut & Strut Ranch is nestled in the country with woods surrounding it. Come to enjoy the serenity of nature; birds chirping, wildlife abundant, find peace in the quiet woods, fish in the pond, and so much more! The cabin is wildlife themed with deer and turkey mounts. The rich wood trim is milled from the property and offers a cozy feel. Rut & Strut Ranch is 35 mins from Mark Twain Lake, 10 mins from Mexico and 40 mins from Columbia. Come get away from the busy city life and experience country life. Relax to the quiet sounds of the woods and wildlife. This is the perfect place to escape for a week or just a weekend. If you like to fish, Mark Twain Lake is just 35 minutes away and offers great fishing opportunities. There is plenty of room to park your boat and trailer at the ranch. This is a fully furnished property with more amenities than you will need during your stay. We can't wait to host you at a place that our family truly loves! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36684000/36683970/270-f451d9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The old rock house!! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area [Visit our North America travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America.dx500001) [View more Cabin rentals in North America](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America-Cabins.d500001-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.17572%2C-92.00302&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3MPXK08oMihxqq9JVf-2utcZ9Hw=) Thompson, MO ### What's nearby - Audrain County Historical Society 19 min drive \- 10.4 miles - American Saddle Horse Museum 19 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Mexico City Hall 19 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Hardin Park 19 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Missouri Military Academy 22 min drive \- 11.7 miles ### Getting around - Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - Taco Bell 16 min drive - Pig Up And Go BBQ Shack 19 min drive - Dos Arcos 15 min drive - Hardee's 16 min drive - Subway 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rut & Strut Ranch - 35 minutes from Mark Twain Lake! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had a nice stay at this unique property in the country. Great place to relax after a busy day in Columbia watching the Tigers game. My wife took a stroll down to the pond and sat in a rocking chair out front while i napped in one of the expansive recliners. We will be back in a couple weeks! ##### Mary Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arrah K. 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin Cabin was clean and well stocked. All of the systems (heat, plumbing, machines) worked as expected. Really appreciated the privacy of this place and the hospitality of the owner. Will stay again. ##### Arrah K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron W. 16 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mexico, MO The host was very quick to respond and the check in process was very easy. This cabin was exactly as it was listed very comfortable, and I will be staying there on my next trip back to the area. ##### Ron W. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, great host, better in person I couldn’t say more. Starting with the host, they are excellent communicators and very accommodating. Always interested in making sure your stay is as expected. The place has charm and comfort and a great vibe. Highly recommend stayinghere, especially if you enjoy a rural experience in a comfortable and authentic location. ##### John W. Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha D. 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway We were in town for MMA Alumni weekend. The cabin looks just like the photos, so adorable and MORE than fully stocked! Everything was so comfortable, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out, and have a good time! We loved it so much, and cant wait to stay here again next year! ##### Samantha D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Levi M. 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Experience! We had a great stay at the Rut & Strut Ranch! the house was extremely clean and comfortable and everything worked as it should. The Hosts were very accommodating and checked in with us throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be returning customers ##### Levi M. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cledas M. 11 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Time Very nice and clean, quiet and out in the country! Close enough to Columbia that we were able to enjoy the Mizzo football game and get back and spend time with the family watching tv and playing games. The dirt road entrance was a little of a suprise, but not a problem. Well worth it and the owners were very nice and easy to work with! Would recommend to anyone! ##### Cledas M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dannielle S. 13 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming & Perfect to unplug!! From the moment we drove up to the property we were in love! It's the perfect place to unwind, charming and inviting. The pictures don't do this property justice!! Nestled into the country, the place was clean and well stocked and a great getaway from the hustle of the city but yet close drive to anywhere we wanted to go. From the covered patio to the adorable and comfortable rockers, the picnic table and bench to overlook the pond and the patio to eat and enjoy the outdoors, not a thing was missing!!! There were chargers for our phones, fully stocked kitchen, plenty of blankets, linens and towels, pack n'play for my little, comfortable pillows and even laundry soap to do our washes. The pond was great, the firepit was amazing, the seclusion of the woods was just what the doctor ordered, and we enjoyed having a barbeque to grill on. The kids ran and played, caught frogs and enjoyed exploring. The host and hostess were awesome and accommodating with all our requests and attentive to our needs prior to our stay, during our stay, and even after! Our host even brought more firewood to an already well stocked firepit so we could enjoy the outdoor firepit for as long as we wanted. From a very "picky" person, this is definitely a place I would not pass on and because it was so amazing, would love to plan another trip! Thank you, my family enjoyed every minute of this retreat!!! ##### Dannielle S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice cabin in quiet woods with a pond. ##### Mary Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom W. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place to enjoy peace and quiet in a rural setting. Host was exceptional in communication (timely and thorough check in instructions). Beds were very comfortable. ##### Tom W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott D. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place Clean, comfortable and private cabin. We had a great trip, and will be going back. ##### Scott D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### fred d. 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Love how we had no one next to us at all ##### fred d. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly R. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and Peaceful Lovely place to stay. Everyone loved it! ##### Kimberly R. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise A. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion. Everything was above expectations. Had a wonderful time. ##### Denise A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Dale K. 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was good other than not being able to figure out how turn TV stations. Unfortunately to windy for an outside fire Saturday but really neat place. ##### Dale K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ---