First Vacation in 6 years and Shortest Vacation we've ever taken. Branson & Springfield Missouri

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  • We didn't have the best experience in the VRBO Cabin, but we enjoyed being able to get away for a few days.
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  • @workhardlivefree3818
    @workhardlivefree3818 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    There's no way to sugar coat it Evan... Your homestead is by far more beautiful. Not that it's not nice visiting other places, but when You live in a place such as yours it's hard to top.

    • @sroberts605
      @sroberts605 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's exactly the thought I had, 'Ah! back to beauty'! But it was a shame that time away was marred by unexpected surprises - nobody wants to be confronted with dirty sheets and a defective laundry.

  • @williamlillibridge6055
    @williamlillibridge6055 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thank you for taking us along with y’all, on your 6 year much needed vacation.

  • @joycemetheny8338
    @joycemetheny8338 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Please take the time to give them a bad review , it does help other folks to be aware !

    • @rad7965
      @rad7965 ปีที่แล้ว

      Review should contain all contact information so people will know who they are dealing with

  • @TwoAMBlacktop
    @TwoAMBlacktop 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It was neat seeing someone else's perspective of Branson and the surrounding area. I grew up about 45 minutes from Branson. My sister was Female Entertainer of the Year in Branson this last year.

  • @piggiesshadetreemechanics3657
    @piggiesshadetreemechanics3657 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There is something about your place that just beats any other spot to pure junk! You guys have the most picturesque homestead that I have ever seen, and I seen plenty! Seriously, Hallmark needs to put the barnyard and the home/pond view on some cards!!! Norman Rockwell couldn't do the Vision that you guys had!

  • @jameswalsh6678
    @jameswalsh6678 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So sorry about your cabin "experience." Thanks for sharing your vacation with us. So glad you have good neighbors👍

  • @leol1682
    @leol1682 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoy the video Hevan and Rebb .

  • @Kaddis1936
    @Kaddis1936 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Evan Rebecca. Soooo sorry your short vacation was marred by conditions in your rental cabin. The owner must be horrified by it all. But I must say that your attitude about the short comings of the cabin is remarkable. You and Rebecca refuse to allow it ruin your vacation. You both are good people. I enjoy your videos and look forward to the next one. Thank you sooo much🤓🤓🤓

  • @robineggblue-bp3rq
    @robineggblue-bp3rq ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just love the architecture and design of those Bass Pro shops. Reminds me of Disney World for some reason.

  • @patriciabeyer7824
    @patriciabeyer7824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a shame about the cabin.
    Your home is beautiful. You and your wife work very hard and do a great job.

  • @ciphercode2298
    @ciphercode2298 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Family hates to take me anywhere because they wanna see shows and aquariums, museums, and eat out at actual restaurants and I wanna find flea markets,antique shops,and go through drivethroughs,lol.

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your subscriber number is really ticking up. Your are going to hit 100K any day now. Absolutely best channel out there!!! Thank you

  • @joannak4640
    @joannak4640 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I'm really happy you were able to get away! Sucks about the cabin but it still looks like you had a good time. Happy anniversary, again 😁

  • @anthonymiller8979
    @anthonymiller8979 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sad when sheets are not cleaned between guests. In the past hotels used to change sheets every other day, now you are lucky if they even do it between guests. I see more and more reviews talking about dirty sheets, moldy bathrooms and food left in the refrigerators

  • @brucerushing2363
    @brucerushing2363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing like a getaway !

  • @donnlowe9129
    @donnlowe9129 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Get your money back on the cabin. I'm glad you made the best of a bad situation and had a good time. Like Dorothy said," There"s no place like home".

  • @johnjordan4647
    @johnjordan4647 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see that both of you taking a break and showing us followers that do not live in your country what the country side looks like

  • @kenthorsen4558
    @kenthorsen4558 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You're a better man than me, I wouldn't have climbed into that bed even if they said it no charge. Thanks for all your videos, I know you guys put a lot of time to put them together!

  • @trader4239
    @trader4239 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have a great vacation darlings, thanks for sharing greetings from mars

  • @SFCRambo60
    @SFCRambo60 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW, so glad to know you are hunters and a family of. Life is Great.

  • @RichlandCreekFarm
    @RichlandCreekFarm ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you all for sharing good and bad experiences.

  • @fester2306
    @fester2306 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    9:30 - Nothing in the world quite as good as good neighbors.

  • @BearMeat4Dinner
    @BearMeat4Dinner ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I haven't been on a vacation in like 8 years. When I move in a couple months. It'll be my first time out of California in 8 years. It'll be nice to be out of this wretched place...

  • @joeberry4179
    @joeberry4179 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I agree about the cabin, we have stayed in some kind of skitchey places, a mouse infestation was the worst. We opened a storage cabinet @ another and there was a can bed bug spray, I hope were are not suposed to use that the wife says.............

  • @Ticky66MN
    @Ticky66MN ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check out Sights and Sounds theatre in Branson or even online. Thanks for sharing your vacation with us.

  • @hardhat79
    @hardhat79 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We just got back from Branson and Table Rock today. We were at Indian Point. Had a great time. Sorry you guys didn’t have the time you deserved.

  • @jimmykrackr
    @jimmykrackr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those hot dogs weren't "burnt", they were "cowboy style"😁

  • @danbrookshire5628
    @danbrookshire5628 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m with you. Bedding has to be clean

  • @DanKlein_1
    @DanKlein_1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We run about the same schedule. It is nice though to at least take a long weekend and get out of dodge as we call it. If we aren't home, the projects will wait.

  • @jimbucher1049
    @jimbucher1049 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just loved your good attitude with the VRBO cabin disaster....My wife would have exploded ! Great video and glad your back home safe and sound.....Your videos are great...looking forward to next one...Take care you two !!

  • @bncakitas576
    @bncakitas576 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You both work hard and deserve some rest and relaxation.

  • @wgoconnor33
    @wgoconnor33 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Bass Pro shop is a natural Museum, it looks awesome

  • @texasproud3332
    @texasproud3332 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We vacationed in Tennessee once near and had a bad experience at vacation rental as soon as my wife seen the dirty sheets we left stayed in hotel and got our money back good luck

  • @MitchGmg
    @MitchGmg ปีที่แล้ว +2

    found out many years ago that VRBO does not have standards that property ownres have to live by. they judge the property by the pictures provided by the owner, no inspection, etc... they also give you a hard time when you complain and ask for a refund on unsatisfactory rentals. i will never rent through hem ay more. there are so many reputable sites now.

  • @davidsmith6445
    @davidsmith6445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you were able to get away for a bit. If you are able to go to Branson again you have to make a stop at Lamberts Cafe. There’s one in Ozark and one in Sykeston, both in Mo. what an awesome place to eat! Great food, service in an awesome experience. You won’t be disappointed!

  • @shelleyennis4489
    @shelleyennis4489 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of cottages around here have you bring your own bedding. Which is good for everyone. Ontario 🇨🇦🙂

  • @dave8218
    @dave8218 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You really don't want to bring back some unwanted critters, I think there is plenty of live stock on the farm.

  • @jcyran
    @jcyran ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I also had a problem with a VRBO rental not being cleaned at all before we arrived. The owner refused to clean it, and the best VRBO could do was refund us $100 on a $700 bill. Never again....

  • @movinngroovin2104
    @movinngroovin2104 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to get away sorry your vacation stay wasn't what you expected hopefully you got your money back. I bet the covers never get washed. Buy a camper so you can go anywhere and your bed is clean just a thought.

  • @rebekahwells3737
    @rebekahwells3737 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you got away for a bit. I’m always so happy to get back home.

  • @myk55501
    @myk55501 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey, My friend and wife had same issues with VRBO place.

  • @georgenonay9105
    @georgenonay9105 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you two got a chance to get away an recharge.

  • @stuartsplace100
    @stuartsplace100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Went to Bass Pro Shop in Tennessee when we were there on vacation,I am not a hunter,but it was very impressive

  • @martinjames3950
    @martinjames3950 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad you had a well deserved break pity about the condition of the cabin

  • @russellapgar8418
    @russellapgar8418 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hope you had fun and welcome back

  • @Pigpen1202
    @Pigpen1202 ปีที่แล้ว

    So sorry for your experience with the cabin. That is the worst when you are on vacation and expect cleanliness. Great job on the videos

  • @Bex-rg8pj
    @Bex-rg8pj ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you !

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a bummer about your Vebo BNB experience. We had a similar experience with a different BnB and decided from now on to just get a place in town in a hotel and spend more time looking around and eating in Branson and that works better. Grizzly is a fantastic stop to make and Bass Pro is an every time stop too. Glad you both had a good time and a safe trip, that's a fun place to go. Fred.

  • @ericwalstrand3512
    @ericwalstrand3512 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haven't watch yet, but I bet you visited Bass Pro while there.
    2:14. Rebecca strips the sheets and burns them.

  • @chartlook1
    @chartlook1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are shocked. We run a STR with Airbnb and this cabin is disgusting. Glad however you had a good time.

  • @marklee6591
    @marklee6591 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see you guys had a good vacation

  • @charleywalker2982
    @charleywalker2982 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.

  • @justnaomi9548
    @justnaomi9548 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy anniversary! And for your anniversary you will get to do laundry and then we will shop for tools. Lol

  • @jeanielipskey1272
    @jeanielipskey1272 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad you got away on a vacation. "6 years, huh?" I would suggest not to wait so long for your next one, life is to short not to enjoy yourself! Glad had a good time in Branson/Springfield.

  • @alosborne2858
    @alosborne2858 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy Anniversary

  • @cynjinmissouri8958
    @cynjinmissouri8958 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    washing machine is no excuse. The cleaners should always have extras on hand. Sometimes the problem is the cleaners, sometimes the owner, sometimes both. Please dont judge all by the few bad ones. Hope you come back again.

  • @michaelfrancis7072
    @michaelfrancis7072 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So glad you both managed to have a few days vacation, but if you're anything like me, it's nice to be home again.

  • @EngineersHomestead
    @EngineersHomestead ปีที่แล้ว

    We had good luck with a VRBO in Gatlinburg and Air BnB this last week near Mammoth Cave National Park. We stayed about 20 minutes away in Smiths Grove,KY to save money. Pretty convenient being between Bowling Green and the park...I enjoyed getting to see the National Corvette Museum. My wife has talked about going to Missouri...good to know Branson is pretty similar to Gatlinburg.

  • @lindajc123
    @lindajc123 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice to breathe for a few days!! Loved the fish aquarium part of the video.

  • @lifeinthesticks743
    @lifeinthesticks743 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good for you guys! Wish the cabin was better, we’ve had great luck with the VRBO rentals we’ve been in. Happy Anniversary!

  • @AfterTheRains
    @AfterTheRains ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy anniversary guys. Sorry about your accommodation issues. A clean bed is a minimum, no excuse is sufficient, and Rebekah shouldn’t need to clean bedding on the start of a vacation. You should have had a refund or at least partially.
    Nice that you at least got away and got to see some nice places.

  • @corydriver7634
    @corydriver7634 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty messed up the cabin owner tried to pass off the dirty sheets and they obviously new the washer wasn’t working properly. Hope you got compensated for the inconvenience. Glad you got some time off.

  • @TheAndybenoit
    @TheAndybenoit ปีที่แล้ว

    Im glad you both got some time away from the homestead together. Sounds like you needed the time away. Its best to take the time away that you need rather than face burning out with the whole content creation. Some of my favorite channels have battled burnout and I hope you dont go down that path.

  • @annaschmanna1
    @annaschmanna1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for taking us along. My husband and I certainly enjoyed seeing that Grand Daddy Bass Pro Shop and Museum. That's something we probably would never get to know about without your TH-cam channel. Thank 😊 you.

  • @guy75
    @guy75 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy your videos
    You both are good people

  • @jamesmorrison1884
    @jamesmorrison1884 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Evan and Rebecca you have more tolerance than I would have had with that rental. DISGUSTING NO EXCUSES. Did you have to pay bass pro shop to tour? Amazing... Your great people you know Happy Anniversary have a excellent day.

  • @jimlong527
    @jimlong527 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoy take a brake and have fun.

  • @gaguy2
    @gaguy2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you ever get unbusy, I could see a "screened in gazebo" on your pond, there would be your vacation, fishing, cooking out, and clean beds. It would be a great build for us to watch too. Happy Anniversary

  • @stevengunter2843
    @stevengunter2843 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you had a good time it’s good to get away!!

  • @edsecorr7812
    @edsecorr7812 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have fun love your videos thank you

  • @joha7484
    @joha7484 ปีที่แล้ว

    beautiful museum and aquarium

  • @johnrodgers9877
    @johnrodgers9877 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Evan : I sincerely hope you left those sheets far dirtier than you found them , just out of spite ! After all it was your anniversary .

  • @warp9p659
    @warp9p659 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm about an hour and a half away from Branson. Used to go there frequently on the weekends before gas got so expensive. Glad you got to enjoy at least part of your vacation.

  • @josephbrown-ut9ty
    @josephbrown-ut9ty ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JudithB Its a shame the cabin wasnt in better shape and ready for you to enjoy. We visit Bass Pro-Memphis quite often, but wow! I want to go see the Springfield one!!! I havent been away anywhere in 11 yrs, so waiting for our Casino to be built, if the locals will let it happen. Glad everything was good with the farm!!!

  • @sylviaprudhomme5417
    @sylviaprudhomme5417 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad y’all got to get out

  • @maddog2771
    @maddog2771 ปีที่แล้ว

    And that's why we bought a camper , never dirty bedding no bugs and it my bathroom .

  • @caseyspradlin1462
    @caseyspradlin1462 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the bass pro & grisly

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Was half-way expecting a story about your neighbor getting the turkey into barn at night. 😊

  • @jlhaslip
    @jlhaslip ปีที่แล้ว

    Dlad that you got away.
    Glad that you are back.
    I know those fèlings.

  • @judyphillips3832
    @judyphillips3832 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you got away! Way too short!

  • @brianjohnston9822
    @brianjohnston9822 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always nice to get a break. Nice pics of the aquarium mind you it is a little sad to see some of the species that were in there.

  • @Tonetwisters
    @Tonetwisters ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So ... you guys went from a clean "Country View Acres," to a dirty "Country View Acres"! Oh gracious! 🙂 Glad that you got to get away and go do a few things that interested you. And glad you got back safely! Thanks for taking us along ...

  • @johngoodwin8889
    @johngoodwin8889 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    we rented one of those cabins
    bed had been humped out hot tub didnt work spa didnt work and washer and dryer had been removed
    pulled mattress off bed and put on floor only way we could sleep never again

  • @RolandLetendre
    @RolandLetendre ปีที่แล้ว

    next vacation, go for a long time. 2 or 3 weeks! treat yourselfs like a king and queen, at the end you will be happy to get home!

  • @walterchapman2884
    @walterchapman2884 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Evan thank you for taking us along on your vacation. I've been a little down so seeing you and Rebekah enjoying yourselves helped. The cabin rental people almost spoiled things hate that! Glad you made it back safely.

  • @jan-johannes-bosman
    @jan-johannes-bosman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One always hear about Bakers Creek and it was good to get a glimpse. Almost like Living Seeds here on South Africa.🤗👍

  • @theBakersonafewacres
    @theBakersonafewacres ปีที่แล้ว

    It's cool to see.yall make a trip down to our neck of the woods. I'm glad to see you two get some relaxation. Sorry your VRBO sucked.

  • @frankfarms1
    @frankfarms1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The important thing is, that you spent time together, Happy Anniversary

  • @thomasryan8218
    @thomasryan8218 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have fun.

  • @ronatwell5379
    @ronatwell5379 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh shucks! I'm sorry for your bad experience. I would have put you up for the night.LOL I'm 1 hr. from Silver Dollar City and less than an hr. from Bass Pro. If you want to come back, give me a holler! Love your old videos with baling using the 730 Case and NH baler. I also have a 730 Case gasoline and used a NH 69 Super Hayliner. Still have them.

  • @cathiwim
    @cathiwim ปีที่แล้ว

    Ooh, we gotta go to that store!the aquarium is he best part! Looks like we will have to do the Branson tour now

  • @carolnoe9037
    @carolnoe9037 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that Basspro Shop. My favorite place to eat is Lamberts.

  • @bevnelson3678
    @bevnelson3678 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s so good for you both to have that much needed break.it’s a sham the cabin wasn’t cleaned for you guys. But you both had fun lookin around. Thanks for taking the video on you holiday trip. It was great.

  • @stevengullison5123
    @stevengullison5123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good afternoon, nice you had a great time. I guess you wouldn't recommend to anyone. Steve from N.B Canada

  • @elrichoward7358
    @elrichoward7358 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hope they gave you a big discount on the cabin.If not give a bad review.

  • @carriesmith3814
    @carriesmith3814 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like fun ☺️

  • @jerrygibbs747
    @jerrygibbs747 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry the cabin was a bust but it looks like you enjoyed the trip away from home. Really like your channel!

  • @pampilgrim2274
    @pampilgrim2274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, Evan and Rebekah! Sorry about the cabin, but you did get away from the farm for a while. Sometimes just a change of scenery is good for your health.

  • @tomhall7250
    @tomhall7250 ปีที่แล้ว

    How nice

  • @danielheartsill4269
    @danielheartsill4269 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you are home safe and had a great time. We have a Bass Pro on the shore of Lake Ray Hubbard in Garland Tx.It's about ten miles from us. We don't spend several hours at a time but we need to go there a few times a year. It's beautiful at Christmas time.