The Place in the Woods Perryville, MO

Fireflies, wildflowers, birdsong, stars — an elevated off-grid cabin with a fire pit, a deck, and the woods to yourselves.

4.9 128 reviews · Perryville, Missouri
Airbnb Guest Favorite 2 dogs welcome Solar + propane powered Elevated 7 ft into the trees
5guests
1bedroom
1bath
Zero light pollution
Stargaze from the deck or the fire pit, and take in Missouri's wildlife through abundant windows. The name isn't a metaphor — fireflies, wildflowers, birdsong and stars are the amenities.
Fire pit, deck & hammocks
Evenings run on firelight: a proper fire pit, a BBQ grill, hammocks and zero-gravity chairs indoors and out.
A real cabin, off the grid
600 sq ft raised 7 feet up, running entirely on solar and propane with a 1000W battery generator, a stocked kitchen galley, a hot indoor shower and an odorless indoor dry toilet.
Bring the dogs
Up to two dogs are welcome ($50 first dog, $25 second). House shoes and a dog bed are recommended in winter.

About The Place in the Woods

Escape completely in an off-grid glamping cottage with fire pit, deck, woods + stars. This is 'The Place in the Woods' — 600 square feet elevated seven feet up, fueled entirely by solar and propane, with zero light pollution overhead.

Inside: a queen bedroom with a stunning view into the trees, bunk beds and a futon in the living area, a stocked kitchen galley, a hot indoor shower, and an indoor, odorless dry toilet. Battery-powered lights, a propane wall heater, and a 1000W battery generator keep the comforts running without a power line in sight.

Where you'll sleep

Sleeps 5 — a queen bedroom plus bunk beds and a futon in the living area

Queen bedroom with French doors opening to the trees
Bedroom
Queen bed
Bunk beds in the living area, made up in grey
Living area
Bunk beds + futon

What this place offers

Off-grid comforts
Fire pit
Solar + propane power
Hot indoor shower
Stocked kitchen galley
Zero light pollution
Dog-friendly
Free parking on premises
Self check-in

Where you'll be

Exact location provided after booking

Complete privacy surrounded by woodland, yet close to the road and town — downtown Perryville's cafes, dining and shopping are nine minutes away. You may hear traffic or neighbors from time to time, but they are not seen. A car is the way to get around here; if winter turns extreme you may want AWD, since the gravel drive isn't plowed.

Saline Creek5 min
Perry County Lake7 min
Downtown Perryville9 min
Legion Lake MTB & hiking trail11 min
Ball Mill Resurgence Natural Area17 min
Hickory Canyons Natural Area38 min
Amidon Memorial Conservation Area40 min
Pickle Springs Natural Area40 min
Castor River Shut-Ins40 min
4.9 · 128 reviews Guest Favorite on Airbnb — rated 4.9 across 128 reviews
Cleanliness5.0
Accuracy4.9
Check-in4.9
Communication5.0
Location4.9
Value4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We had such a wonderful stay! The cabin in the woods was peaceful, cozy, and beautifully maintained. It was the perfect getaway and exactly what we needed to relax and recharge. You can tell a lot of care has gone into making the space welcoming and comfortable. Thank you for being such a thoughtful host—we truly appreciated everything and would happily stay again!
Laura· April 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Our glamping stay was everything we hoped for and more! The 'OffGrid' experience was described perfectly and was truly amazing. Nicole is a fantastic host who clearly cares about her guests and her team. I had to call her twice and text a few times (all me lol) but she never made me feel like I was bothering her…
Jessica· March 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic place to stay! Super clean, all the extra little touches to make it a must for any Airbnb adventurer! This place is well cared for and you can tell there are no corners cut anywhere here. The neat touches of things like the swing, hammocks, nice fire pit, and the door bar window was such a cool feature…
Matthew· March 2026
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The Place was a wonderful one-night get away for our family. It was as described and was everything we needed it to be. My family enjoyed the fire pit in the evening and the propane wall heater kept the place plenty warm on a brisky <30F night. Nicole was awesomely friendly and responsive with everything! Would definitely recommend for a family (or a couple) looking for an off-grid, glamping experience!
Kenneth· January 2026

Meet your hosts

Nicole & Jeremy
4.9 rating
Responds within an hour
Airbnb Superhosts with seven years of hosting behind them, Nicole and Jeremy are a family of six who stay in their own listings the way guests do — insisting on a safe environment, clean rooms, a kitchen, and enough comfy beds for all the Littles. "You are so important to us. This place should feel like home without the stress."

Things to know

House rules

  • Check-in4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
  • Guests5 maximum
  • Dogs2 max — $50 first, $25 second; not allowed on furniture
  • Self check-in

Safety & property

  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher, first aid kit
  • Off-grid property — you may encounter wildlife, from bugs to the occasional snake
  • Gravel drive is not snow-plowed; AWD recommended in extreme winter
  • Cell service is obtainable on property; some carriers work better than others

Frequently asked

The cabin runs entirely on solar and propane with a 1000W battery generator — no power lines. You still get battery-powered lights, a propane wall heater, a hot indoor shower, and a stocked kitchen galley. It's glamping, not roughing it, but it's also not a hotel: you may need to swap a propane tank at night or adjust to the temperature.
Yes — an indoor bathroom with a hot shower fed by a 275-gallon indoor water tank, and a simple, odorless indoor dry toilet. Towels, soap and shampoo are supplied.
A propane wall heater keeps the cabin warm in winter, and floor fans are available in summer (A/C is limited — ask). Like camping, the temperature inside reflects conditions outside, so pack and dress for the weather.
Up to two dogs are welcome: $50 for the first, $25 for the second. Dogs aren't allowed on the furniture, and excessive hair or damage incurs extra fees. A dog bed and house shoes are recommended in winter.
Cell service is obtainable on the property, though some carriers work better than others. There's a dedicated workspace if you need to get something done — but the stars are better than the screen here.
The kitchen galley includes a single-burner butane cooktop, an Omnia oven, pots, pans, dinnerware and paper towels, plus a 24-quart compressor fridge/freezer and a portable cooler. There's also a BBQ grill on the deck and a pour-over coffee maker with coffee provided.
A car is needed — bring your own or rent one at the airport. The cabin sits off a gravel drive that isn't snow-plowed, so AWD is recommended if winter turns extreme. Downtown Perryville is nine minutes away.
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