*This special Mini is only available for last minute stays. If you'd like to book a future stay, please see the listing for the whole house.
Prepare to be enchanted by Mini Thistle, an exceptional stay for up to 10 guests on Table Rock Lake.
From the private heated container pool and game room… to the lake-view decks and EV charger… and even a secret, tucked-away reading nook… your entire group will thank you for booking this gem in Branson.
At Mini Thistle, 3 charming bedroom suites provide privacy and perks like flat-screen TVs and king-size beds. Plus there’s an attached, en-suite bath for every single bedroom.
For extra guests, the upper level bedroom has a king sofa bed in addition to the regular bed, and there’s a second king-size sofa bed in the family room.
NOTE: This home has 3 additional bedrooms and 3 baths on the lower level, which are not included in this listing and will be unoccupied and locked off during your stay. If you would like to add the 3 beds/baths to your reservation, please see our listing for the entire Thistle Cottage.
The accessible main level (including an accessible bedroom + bathroom), combined with a ramp for easy Cottage access, means everyone in your family can join the fun.
Vacationing with a larger group? Rent the whole Thistle Cottage to sleep a total of 16 people.
Family bonding never felt so elegant-yet-cozy. The spacious Great Room is a beauty, with its high, beamed ceilings, velvet green sofas, and a flickering gas fireplace.
Nearby, a dining area for 12+ is the setting for your unforgettable family feast—or epic board game—right next to the sliding glass doors to the upper deck.
Speaking of the upper deck: the lake view to the left is just awesome, an unobstructed panorama from your elevated vantage point.
Watch the boats from a comfy spot on the plush outdoor sofas, and eat burgers from the Weber grill at the outdoor dining table for 6.
On the lower deck is a Mini Thistle highlight… a private, heated container pool, complete with a glass front for Mermaid photoshoots. Even better?
Because it’s heated, you can use it even in the chilly weather. This feature is unique to Branson Family Retreats—you’ll find it only here and at our neighboring Claymore Cottage.
Depending on the weather:
- Summer temperature is 84-86 degrees (roughly end of May to mid September)
- Rest of the year the temperature is 97-99 degrees for your stay (mid September until end of the year school holidays and again mid March to just before the end of May)
- Container pool is CLOSED from January to early March (neighborhood indoor pool is OPEN)
**Please note that if you use any of the bedrooms or bathrooms not included in the Mini listing, you will be responsible for an additional cleaning fee of $200 plus up to $100 per bedroom/bathroom per night.
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OUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Up a sending road from a public boat lunch and sweet cove to play in and no more than 35 minutes from practically anywhere else you want to go in the Branson area, this vacation home is the perfect base to chill out at during your vacation.
Our community of Rocky Shores is 2.5 miles off Hwy. 265, giving you easy access to the traffic relief routes to move about the Branson area easily.
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INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS
The outdoor pool is open late May to mid September, weather permitting, and it's awesome! Splash pad, lounge area, and the swimming area.
The indoor pool is open all year round!
It's only a short walk to the community indoor and outdoor pools, providing additional opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment. Take a refreshing dip in the pool or lounge poolside under the warm sun, embracing the ultimate vacation experience.
You could not be in a more perfect spot for your vacation! See the neighborhood photo with locations marked and how close you are to all the amenities!
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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Public boat ramp – 3 minutes
Groceries and gas stations – 10 minutes
Top of the Rock – 10 minutes
Thunder Ridge Amphitheater – 10 minutes
State Park Marina – 12 minutes
Moonshine Beach – 15 minutes
World Class Golf Courses – 10 to 15 minutes
Branson Landing – 15 minutes
Shows and shopping – 15 to 25 minutes
White Water – 20 minutes
Silver Dollar City – 30 minutes
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FAMILY REUNIONS
Big families are our jam! We have one of our own—6 kids between us, plus their significant others, and 3 grandkids—so we know how tough it is to keep the peace as your group size increases. Add in the grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and those friends who are like family... and you've got a ton of people to please.
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GETAWAYS WITH FRIENDS
Whether your friends group is couples from your college days, guys golfing and fishing, ladies shopping and winery-hopping, or besties bringing your boats to the lake, this is a perfect place to hang out between adventures.
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ADDITIONAL INFO
🐶 $35 per night per dog plus taxes. Small dogs allowed with pre-approval only. Dogs are not guaranteed to be approved. Please ask first.
💳 Credit card must be on file in case of damages. We will send you an email to authorize a $1 hold after your booking is confirmed. This hold begins 3 days before your arrival and is released 3 days after departure if there is no damage, no excessive cleaning needed, and no house rules are broken.
🚗 Drivers license will be required with our signed guest agreement after you book, along with a selfie holding your photo ID
🆔 We will perform a Guest ID verification securely through our payment processor after you book. The main purpose is to make sure no one has stolen your credit card and used it without your permission.
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Special perks when you book with us:
👉 Only $299 to book your stay, with balance due 60 days before arrival.
📌 Easy cancellation! If you need to cancel before 14 days of arrival, no problem.
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We would love to have you and your family or your group. Don't hesitate to read our reviews from our other Branson Family Retreats homes at Table Rock Lake.
Nat and Tyann
Branson Family Retreats
P.S. See our socials for our favorite Branson recommendations, news, and updates.
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TRAVEL INSURANCE
You can purchase travel insurance for your reservation! The standard policy covers quite a few reasons for cancellation and applies to your whole traveling group.
Note that all new reservations have the option of purchasing a Cancel For Any Reason insurance policy besides the standard travel insurance policy. You can purchase this when you make your reservation with us, and the insurance is automatically connected to your stay.
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FREE ATTRACTION TICKETS
Get free attraction tickets when you stay with us! Here’s how it works:
1. Book your stay with us
2. Call us to book your attraction tickets for your family/group, number of free tickets depends on the length of your stay
3. We’ll email you the digital tickets
4. You enjoy a fun experience with your family and friends
*To receive the free tickets, you must book the attraction tickets for your family/group members through us at the same time.
**The free tickets are per stay (not per person) and not available as a single ticket on its own.
To redeem the free tickets, you would purchase the tickets for that show or attraction for your whole group through us (Ex: if you have 10 people and were to choose Silver Dollar City for your free ticket in Group B, you would pay for 9 tickets but receive 10 tickets)
📸 TICKET GROUP A
Choose one ticket to any of these shows or attractions when staying 2+ nights:
* Top of the Rock Lost Canyon Cave
* Branson Coaster + digital photo
* The Haygoods
* White Water
* Fritz’s Adventure (Limited Access Pass)
* Titanic Museum
* The Track unlimited pass
* Redneck Comedy Bus
* Hollywood Wax Museum
* Aquarium at the Boardwalk
* Wonder Works
* Beyond the Lens
🎢 TICKET GROUP B
Choose one ticket to any of these shows or attractions with any stay of 4+ nights:
* Silver Dollar City
* Showboat Branson Belle
* Dolly Parton’s Stampede
* Reza
* FIVE’r pass (includes: Hollywood Wax Museum, Aquarium at the Boardwalk, Shoot for the Stars mini golf, Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors, and Castle of Chaos)
🦋 TICKET GROUP C
Choose one ticket to any of these attractions when staying 6+ nights (or instead of a Group A or B selection):
* Dogwood Canyon
* Copperhead Mountain Coaster
* Shepherd of the Hills (General Admission)
* Butterfly Palace
* Wild World + Mini golf
* Ferris Wheel
