Lakeview Resort Celebrates 70 Years at the Lake of the Ozarks, Resort Captures the Lake's Golden Age

LAKE OZARK, Mo. - March 21, 2016 - PRLog -- Lakeview Resort, a family-owned and operated resort, celebrates 70 years of quality family fun on an idyllic setting at the Lake of the Ozarks. "Lakeview Resort is one of the few remaining resorts that has survived the transitions of time," said Jake Drake Jr., 3rd generation owner and operator. Lakeview Resort captures the original vibe of the Lake of the Ozarks. Jake Drake Sr., also known as "Grandpa Jake," purchased Lakeview Resort in 1946, when it was a small resort with just a handful of units.

Lakeview Resort has several places where one can take the plunge: indoor pool, outdoor pool, toddler pool, natural pebble swim area and swim docks. One can relax in the hot tub or sauna. Boaters and fishermen will enjoy Lakeview Resort's covered boat docks, boat launch ramp, heated fishing dock, fishing piers, fishing beds, and fish cleaning sink. Other amenities include two playgrounds, fitness room, sand volleyball,tennis, basketball, shuffleboard, hopscotch, bocce ball, horseshoe toss,toddler play area, laundromat, game room, 120 person pavilion,barbecue grills, and campfire sites. "Lakeview Resort is an unlimited playground for the young and old. You'll find yourself with as little or as much to do while breaking away from your everyday routine," said Drake Jr.

Lakeview Resort sits on the 11-mile marker of the Lake of the Ozarks' main channel in Sunrise Beach, Mo. The resort offers quaint lakeside cottages to modern condos ranging from one to seven bedrooms. Every cottage or condo has a fully equipped kitchen. Studios are also available. "Lakeview Resort is one of the most charming resorts at the Lake of the Ozarks. It offers both tranquility and activity. We welcome you to join us in celebrating our 70th anniversary in 2016," concluded Drake Jr.

For additional information, including historical photographs, Drake family photograph or interview requests, please contact John Shelby with Shelby Communications at 573-552-4118 or John@Shelby-Communications.com (mailto:john@shelby-communications.com?subject).