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Southwestern Missouri is well-known for its popular tourist destination, Branson, but it has also become a desirable place to live for many. This majestic Ozark Mountain region provides its residents with a unique and appealing way of life, with plenty of things to do in the area. Taney County, where Branson is located, is home to beautiful lakes, several dining options, and a multitude of attractions. The small cities of Rockaway Beach and Merriam Woods are two sections of the county that should be on the radar for anyone interested in finding real estate here.

Rockaway Beach

Rockaway Beach, which was originally designated as a resort area until people began to see it as an ideal pla...

Already an ideal family destination, Branson, MO is making it that much easier to appreciate all that the great outdoors have to offer. As first reported late last year, residents and visitors of the Ozark area have a whole new mountain attraction to look forward to, and it’s development is finally in the works. The unique concept of a thrilling mountain coaster built into the steep hillside that runs along Highway 165 is currently being made a reality, with developers hoping for a summer 2016 grand opening.

Riders will experience the mountain terrain like never before as they start with a scenic, elevated climb up the mountainside before gravity steps in to navigate their open-air cart ...

When visiting Branson, Missouri, you’ll be met with plenty of theme parks and other such attractions. However, you should also get out and explore the surrounding areas with a day trip or two. Communities that are near Branson offer lots of opportunities to explore the Ozarks. Check out some of the great day trips below!

The James River

Explore the historic James River that is just 30 minutes from Branson. You’ll find a river with its well-known pure water and plenty of wildlife that was once the basis for the survival of the Native Americans, as well as some of the earliest pioneer settlers. You can float down the river in specially designed boats that can maneuver the shallow and swi...

Branson, Missouri is one of the most unique cities in the United States. It offers uncompromising recreation, scenic beauty, and endless fun, all in a friendly Midwestern packaging that is Branson. One of the greatest things about the city is the incredibly wide variety of amazing eateries found all around. From five-star dining to a greasy spoon diner, you will find dining experiences that offer some of the most delicious food and genuine energy from the staff out of any establishment you can find.

Dobyn’s Dining Room

Dobyn’s is often considered the best food experience in all of Branson. With an extensive menu featuring a huge selection of varying dishes and prices, you can’t...

Maybe you are starting to feel dissatisfied with the home you live in; it’s too small, it’s too dated, the views of your neighbor’s house are boring and bland, and you’ve been thinking it’s time for a change in your life.  Or maybe you are at that age where you realize that retirement is just around the corner and you are thinking it’s about time you started looking into real estate as an investment opportunity.  Whichever category you fall under, we’d like to suggest you take a look at the homes you can get through our wonderful team at Sunset Realty Services in Branson, Missouri.  Branson, located in the heart of the Ozarks, is a vibrant and scenic little town with a bustling tourism ...

So you’re about to dip your toes into the world of real estate investment and have just bought your first investment property.  This can be an exciting and scary time, because now the real work begins and important decisions have to be made, the main one being do you rent your new home out on a long term basis or keep it as a short term vacation rental?  Yeah, this is not going to be an easy decision to make, so maybe we can help break it down for you.  Sunset Nightly Rentals has been in the business for many years, and though we only offer vacation rental services, we have discovered the following things.

Long Term Rentals

As an investment, renting your home out as a long term rental c...

So, you are moving into a new home, but you just can’t bear to get rid of your house that is filled with great memories and that is close to all of the great attractions and entertainment that Branson is so famously known for. Lucky for you, you don’t have to sell your home at all. You can turn it into a vacation rental and make a few extra bucks while keeping your home.

It’s easier than you think       

Converting your home into a vacation rental may sound like a daunting task, but it is only as complicated as you make it. Your first step should be to contact Sunset Realty Services in Branson to help you with the property management side of things to ensure that you’ve got all of the r...

Recently voted Best Value City in America, Branson, Missouri is rapidly becoming a premier vacation destination, both for the very young and the very old, and we welcome the attention!  You won’t break your bank when vacationing here; there are nightly rentals that are reasonably priced while still offering elegance, hominess and luxurious amenities, leaving you with plenty of green left in your wallet for shows, shopping, and souvenirs! Our small town with the heart of a big city offers breathtaking scenery with the Ozark Mountains standing majestically in the background, ablaze with fiery hues of red, gold, and orange in the fall, cool and velvety green in the summer and spring, and a c...

From award-winning theme parks, to over 100 live shows, to more outdoor and nature attractions celebrating the beauty of the Ozarks, Branson, MO has something for everyone. But did you also know Branson has some of fantastic restaurants, capable of classing up any night out.

The Chateau Grille

First on the list is The Chateau Grille located in the Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa and Convention Center. Here you can find an extensive list of fine wines and a menu that uses local, organic, and sustainably grown products. While they are known for creatively prepared steak and seafood premium entrees, nothing compares to the breathtaking view of Table Rock Lake. This is the perfect place to ...

This May at Silver Dollar City

Bluegrass Music and BBQ are staples here in Ozark Country. I'm pretty sure this is where Bluegrass originated, and BBQ is one of America's pastimes, almost everyone loves BBQ! (and trust me here in the Ozarks we know how to BBQ) So because of these wonderful things Silver Dollar City, or SDC as us locals call it, dedicated a whole festival to them.

Bluegrass and BBQ is a must do every year for my husband and I. With all the different performers, great food, not to mention all shopping and rides, we go fairly often in the spring! There is something for everyone here. This year I am most excited about seeing the Willis Clan. They were seen on America's Got...

Fun in the Sun at Table Rock Lake

If you are like me love to be outside splashing in the water, and don’t want to spend a lot of money, Moonshine Beach is a great attraction to visit while in Branson. This beach is fun for all ages. Whether it is swimming in Table Rock Lake, getting that perfect tan, playing a fun game of sand volleyball, grilling some tasty food for lunch, or having a party in their shaded pavilions, there is something for everyone!

Kids especially love the beach, building sand castles, running around, and swimming! However, never fear, if your child is not the greatest of swimmers, there are life jackets available for use so they can still enjoy the fun.

Now being ...

One of Branson's newest annual events is in town this weekend! Bass Pro's Legends of Golf Tournament is right here at the Top of the Rock. The tournament itself is over 30 years old and still thriving! Big name golfers this year are Gary Player, Hale Irwin, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, and many more. 

Not only is there golf, but this year they have also included fishing and hunting events as well! If you're around town this weekend head on up there and see the best of the best in the golf world! For more info: http://bassprolegends.com/ 

Whether You're 1 or 100, You Will Love it Here

Coming from a bigger family, and an even bigger extended family it can be difficult to find something everyone likes to do. Thankfully, Branson is a family friendly town, and the downtown part happens to be one of our favorites.

Historic Downtown Branson is full of locally owned shops and restaurants. Some of them have been here for years and years. There are 3 that are must see's, the first being Main St Flea Market. Full of local treasures you can find great antique's or vintage items here. Next is Dick's 5 and 10, which is my personal favorite place to get gift's for that person who seems to have everything. My little cousins seem to l...

If there is anything we like here in the office it is good food fast and Moe's Southwestern Grill is quickly becoming one of our new favorites. 

Moe's is known for their joyous welcome, massive burritos, and all natural products they use in their delicious food! So not only is it delightfully tasty, it's healthy for you too! They have so many different items you can put in a burrito there is something for everyone to love, and if your not sure about some of the foods, they have all of their nutrition and allergy information online and in the store. Already less expensive than some of their competitors they even include chips and salsa with every meal. With all natural and chips and sal...

On June 3rd, 2013, USA Today published an article highlighting 5 great places to retire.  An interview conducted by USA Today with our Real Estate Broker / Co-owner Dustin Hall was published on USA Today.  USA Today quoted Dustin as follows: 

Dustin Hall, co-owner of Sunset Realty Services in Branson, says taxes are low and home prices are inexpensive. “You can get a three-bedroom, two-bath, for under $150,000,” he said. “You can get into something a little nicer for less than $250,000. Or you can buy a two-bedroom condo for less than $100,000.

“What’s really good is we are so centrally located the rest of the family can come visit, will want to visit,” he says.

Was Sunset Affected by the Tornado?

Our offices were not physically impacted by the tornado that spun through the area on Feb 29, 2012. Operationally, we were closed all day Wednesday due to a power outage caused by the storm. We resumed normal business hours the following day (Thursday, Mar 1, 2012).

Were Your Nightly Rentals Affected by the Tornado?

Of the 55+ nightly rentals we professionally manage, only 3 have been affected by the storms. “Anchors Away” at Anchors Point in Kimberling City is temporarily closed while damages are being assessed. 2 condos on the Branson Landing are currently being assessed. We will update this post with additional information as it becomes available....

Find Boat Slips and Docks For Sale

We have just launched our new boat slip listings page. This new feature allows you to find slips and docks on area lakes for sale by owner. These listings are not MLS listings and won’t be seen on MLS based realty sites around the web. Follow the contact us link found on a slip/dock listing page for more information or to make an offer on one.

List Your Boat Slip

Have a boat slip or dock to sell? We want your listing! Your slip or dock will be exposed to our large, highly qualified, customer base. The setup process is not only simple, its FREE! A brokerage fee is only charged when the slip sells. Submit your listing to take advantage of this free mark...