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The countdown to summer has begun (it’s 59 days in case you were wondering), and if you are just itching to get to your vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you aren’t alone. Your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks should feel like an escape, and you may just be needing one of those right about now. As summer gets closer, here are a few things that can be done to get your home ready for the busy, bustling summer season!

Have Your HVAC Serviced

Coming back for a hot summer weekend at your lake home is going to look much different if you get here to find that your air conditioner is broken. Now is a great time to make sure that your HVAC system is running smoothly and r...

Millennials are the up and coming generation. They have been building careers, starting families, and finding great success in many different types of fields. In 2020, millennials are between 21 and 37 years old, which spans a wide range of lifestyles, needs, and activity types, however, one trend is emerging - millennials are very successful. In fact, despite some of the negative outlooks for millennials, a 10th of them say that they already earn $100,000 compared to 9% of Gen X and 11% of baby boomers (according to a study done by YouGov for Yahoo Finance). This means that more and more millennials, especially as they get older, will be looking for new investments, new hobbies, and po...

At Luxury Lake Home, we love helping our clients buy and sell luxury real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks. These homes are magnificent, both in grandeur and amenities. Whether you are ready to sell a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, or purchase a luxury vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks, we use our experience to help make your experience a great one. We have also partnered with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices to help ensure that you get an amazing experience.

All that to say, we have a fantastic home on the market right now. It’s a brand new listing, and we don’t expect it to stay around long. It’s located in Porto Cima, an exceptional Lake of the Ozarks neighborhood. H...

This is the time of winter when everyone starts to get the spring and summer itch. Here in the Midwest, we’ve certainly had our share of beautiful days that cause everyone to reminisce about warm days, time on the water, and a weekend getaway at your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks. With the first day of spring approaching (March 19th!!), and the first day of summer right around the corner (June 20th), there is still time to start your search for a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you’ve been tossing the idea around for a little while, now is the time to take the leap! Here are a few reasons we think owning a luxury lakefront home at the Lake of the Ozarks is such a great i...

The Lake of the Ozarks is a wonderful place to purchase a luxury lakefront home. With so many styles, sizes, and locations, we are certain that there is a home out there for you. There are many things that set a luxury home apart, from the size, the communities that they are a part of, and the specialty rooms that they have space for. In fact, while the smart kitchens and large square foot space are intriguing for many, the specialty rooms are what can really attract attention. Here are some of the most popular choices when putting a specialty room in a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Morning Rooms

A large morning room off of the kitchen is perfect for casual family d...

Classic Blue … it’s the color of the year according to Pantone, and it’s the perfect true blue. It’s being described as a timeless and enduring blue hue, reminding people of the sky at dusk. With that in mind, what better color to use in your luxury vacation home that this classic blue. Luxury Lake Home likes to stay on top of all things trending for luxury lakefront homes, and we would be remiss if we neglected this color of the year. Here are a few ways you can use this simple, rich, dark blue in your Missouri Lake home.

Make a Statement With Furniture

One lovely way to use this color is in a bold and stated way - a bold piece of furniture. Velvet materials are still rea...

The big day has finally come, you’ve been searching for the home of your dreams at the Lake of the Ozarks, and now it’s yours! Now that you own your dream vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks, it’s time to start personalizing it, and it’s all going to start with the paint color. The colors of your walls and throughout your home can make a huge impact on the way your home feels. Do you have a relaxed and laid back home with neutral colors and soft textures? Do you have a home that is filled with exciting bright colors and bold patterns? Do you have a trendy home that makes use of all of the hot shades and themes? Here are a few tips from Luxury Lake Home to help you choose the perfect...

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home. It’s where everyone congregates after a busy day out on the water or in the morning before a big vacation day for a hearty breakfast. If you own a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, and you want to do a remodel before the summer begins, the kitchen is often the first room that deserves a remake, and can also have the best return on investment. Here are a few things that are really HOT this year in the kitchen, and how you can duplicate it in your own luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Creamy Colors

If you are looking for an alternative to a while kitchen, welcome the creamy color palette! From horizontally laid...

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For those looking to live in the lap of luxury at the Lake of the Ozarks, there are a few key locations you can choose from. There are actually several different communities around the lake area, and if you want to learn about all of them, the team at Luxury Lake Home would be glad to help you find the best fit. Today we’re going to focus on three excellent locations where you can buy a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, and share some of the ...

At Luxury Lake Home, we are proud to represent both our buyers and our sellers in luxury home transactions. We are affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway Luxury HomeServices, which gives us an edge in the million-dollar home market at the Lake of the Ozarks, but it also gives us the consistent education and training to continue offering you the best real estate services at the Lake of the Ozarks. Here are a few of our recently sold homes, we represented the seller for some and we represented the buyer for others - all ending in a successful sale!

If you want to catch a peek at Part 1, you can see it here: Recently Sold Listings with Luxury Lake Home - Part 1

A Luxury Home in...

If you’re in the mood to spruce things up this winter in your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, starting in the kitchen can be a perfect choice. Mediterranean styles are really making a comeback, as they are the perfect combination of casual elegance, a bit earthy with the sun and sea inspiration, and it can be the perfect choice for your Lake vibes. Check out these important details of a Mediterranean kitchen style, from the key elements to the color palettes, fixtures, and finishing touches.

The Short & Sweet Details

A Mediterranean kitchen can be a warm and welcoming place, and the natural elements like wood, brick, and stone can really create a wonderful ambiance....

The flooring in your bathroom has to meet several standards; it has to be beautiful, handle moisture, is easy on bare feet, AND easy to clean. Choosing the right material for your luxury bathroom can not only affect the way the room feels but also play a huge role in the way it functions. As the owner of a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you will want to make sure that your flooring is going to last, so we’re going to talk about robust and trendy styles for your bathroom and how to help you choose!

Porcelain Flooring

Porcelain tiles are quickly one of the most popular choices for bathroom floors. It’s a material that is a mix of quartz, clay, and feldspar fired at high temp...

It’s a smart year when it comes to luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks. More and more homes are being built with the smart features that everyone is asking about, but what about homes that are already finished? If you want to update your home and add the smart features that everyone is raving about, here are a few of the coolest that you will be seeing in Lake of the Ozark luxury homes in 2020!

Touch Faucets

This isn’t new technology, but it is new to homes! A touch faucet can help keep things clean as well as make it easier and faster while working in the kitchen. Many different styles are trending, some have color indicators to show the water temperature. Others come ...

Luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks don’t stay on the market for long, especially when they are as beautiful as the one on Via Del Lago. We recently sold this beautiful lakefront home at the Lake of the Ozarks, we wanted to take a few moments to showcase the superb details, amazing design, and more.

About the Home on Via Del Lago, Porto Cima, Missouri

This home is situated perfectly so as you enter the home your eyes immediately focus on the amazing main channel views. It checked all of the boxes and left little to be desired. Fully furnished and ready for immediate use. With gentle topography, huge dock, and complete outdoor entertaining area, this home was built to im...

Buying a home is a big deal no matter where you make your purchase, or what size home you buy. However, when buying a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks, there is obviously a lot at stake. Our team makes it a priority to assist you in the purchase of lakefront properties at the Lake of the Ozarks, and to do this well. If you have been considering purchasing a home at the Lake of the Ozarks, here are a few things you need to know about why you want to choose a Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices LuxuryCollection Specialist, and how our up-to-date processes can make your home search even more productive.

Representing Clients of Wealth

When buying a Lake of the Ozark luxury home, you ...

This may be one of the smallest rooms in the house, but it has the power to pack a BIG punch in style! Luxury homeowners at the Lake of the Ozarks quickly realize that their most extravagant design aspirations can happen in these little cubby hole bathrooms, and they are an easy place to renovate if or when you change your mind. Here are a few trends that are popping up in the powder room department and how you can quickly make a change in your space with dramatic flair.

Fun Wallpaper

There’s something about the small rooms with the impactful wallpapers. A powder room is one of the easiest rooms to go out of the norm. Mesmerizing patterns and styles can be ultra-chic in wh...

As the winter season rolls around, and the holidays wind down, the winter blues may begin to strike. An easy way to give your home a breath of fresh air is to change up the style and freshen things up. After you put away the holiday decor, your home is going to feel empty, so it’s the perfect time to revamp the style and start new for the new year! Here are a few design and decor trends that you’ll want to know about for your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Textures, Shapes, and Colors

Because you’ll be staying inside more in the winter, it’s the perfect time to make things cozy, comfortable, and inviting. You can accomplish this by challenging the eye and keeping...

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’Tis the time of year for elegant gatherings, luxurious parties, and ways to enjoy the season with your friends and family. While the winter months aren’t the prime time when homeowners stay in their luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks, it can still be the perfect time to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and enjoy some quiet yuletide time in your home. Of course, you can always bring the season to your home and do a little ro...

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start making your list and checking it twice! From gifts to give, meals to prepare, and decorations to put up - your weeks are probably filled with holiday merriment. Of course, if you’re going to be enjoying the holiday season at your vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks, it’s going to require a bit more unique planning because you’ll be in a different space, but it could be the perfect touch for the Christmas spirit. Here are a few Christmas color and style trends that you’ll want to check out before you get started!

Nature Inspired

For Christmas 2019, try incorporating nature into your design palette. You can still make us...

Luxury Lake Home is proud to represent both buyers and sellers of luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks. We are affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway Luxury HomeServices, which gives us an edge in the million-dollar home market at the Lake of the Ozarks, but it also gives us the consistent education and training to continue offering you the best real estate services at the Lake of the Ozarks. Here are a few of our recently sold homes, somewhere we represented the seller, somewhere we represented the buyer - all ending in a successful sale!

Luxury Home in Four Seasons, MO

Quality built home on a one of a kind lot in Four Seasons. This nearly 6,000 sq ft home had features that...