Stonewater Cove Resort is a charming, small, family-friendly resort in Shell Knob, Missouri--near Mark Twain National Forest and just across Table Rock Lake from Branson.

It's a long drive from Chicago, but if you have more than just the three day weekend to celebrate Labor Day, this last minute deal might be worth the trip. This three-night package deal includes:

A welcome basket with a bottle of wine
Relaxing accommodation in a refined Two Bedroom Suite
Daily made-to-order breakfast, a casual lunch, five-course dinners, and snacks
All non-alcoholic beverages for up to four guests
A breathtaking helicopter tour above the Ozarks' Table Rock Lake
A sunset or moonlight cruise
A leisure boat ride or water sport excursion of choice

This resort is all about celebrating nature. So you can kayak, ride bikes, swim or fish. If you're looking for less relaxation and more adventure, you can hop on one of the ATVs for a tour or take the zipline from one hilltop to another. (OK, I screamed like a little girl on the mini zipline for beginners. But that's just me.)

At the end of the day, there are s'mores to be made around the campfire and movies to be watched in the media room.

The deal includes a stay in one of the 18 two-bedroom suites, always a treat for parents who get their own room with a door that closes.

The 3-night Labor Day deal,good from Sept. 1-16, is $5,374.03 for families or groups of four, including tax and service charges.  Extra nights will incur an additional fee. Includes all meals and non-guided activities.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit stonewatercove.com or call (800) 792-3956. 

Cindy Richards is the mom of two who gets her muse from traveling the world, usually with kids in tow. She also writes for TravelingMom.com, where she also serves as editor.

See more of Cindy's stories here.

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