What's more summery than splashing into a lake or sipping a G&T on the dock? This is the essence of Edgewater Lakehouse, a little blue cottage in a quiet neighborhood overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. Over many months, we painted every inch, put in new floors and added our touches to turn it into a family oasis. We call it Edgewater, and at its center there are lazy dock days, sunset happy hours, game nights, family time, and - most important - escaping the bustle of it all. Edgewater sits on a point in a quiet cove along the Little Niangua Arm. We’re off the busy main channel but still a short drive to Camdenton, Sunrise Beach, and Osage Beach. The lakefront neighborhood was settled in the 1950s and the vibe is peaceful and old-fashioned. (To wit, on the drive in, you’ll pass “the pie lady,” where you can order and pick up homemade pies.) There are two private beaches within walking distance, one with a swimming platform, disc golf baskets, and a covered picnic area. A quiet cove with minimal boat traffic means that kids can swim, float, and play right off the dock without worry of big waves or boats rushing by. If you like to fish, the Little Niangua is known to be a fisherman's paradise. You can catch bass, bluegill, catfish and crappie straight off the dock. Wildlife, including pelicans and great blue heron are your constant companions. Watch them as you sip your coffee on the dock in the morning, or over a sunset cocktail in the evening. Guests will enjoy the .35 acres with 108 feet of lakefront, a private two-slip dock, and a veil of woods on one side. The location is tucked away and private, absolutely perfect for a family vacation or a long-weekend getaway. The tiered and expansive lawn is good for running around and playing lawn games. Indoors there’s a 64-inch TV and stacks of board games. Each room has a spot to curl up and read or think, and the upstairs sunroom is the ideal spot for watching the sunrise or set. The kitchen is a cook’s kitchen, complete with everything you might need, including basics like spices, flour, sugar, and olive oil. (And coffee and tea too, because we know what it’s like to forget.)