The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks/ Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar is a 154 room luxury resort, wedding venue and full-service restaurant located in Central Missouri's Lake Ozark of the Ozarks. The resort offers beautiful views of the Lake from the property. The property's on-site sales team works with couples to craft the perfect wedding event. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, they vow to make your wedding day an exquisite experience.

Facilities and Capacity

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks offers beautiful indoor venue options for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration.

The Encore Ballroom holds anywhere from 30 to 300 guests and can be split into smaller event spaces to accommodate more intimate celebrations. The Encore Ballroom is 8,000 square foot with a beautiful Lake view.

Built in July 2023 the Encore Wedding Venue is a 4,500 square feet facility with an indoor lower level of 3,000 square feet that can accommodate 50 - 250 guest, a indoor upper level that can accommodate 25 - 125 guest and an outdoor upper level that can accommodate 25 - 200 guest. The Encore Wedding Venue is versatile space and a wonderful location for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal luncheons, and more.

Services Offered

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks offers wedding packages or completely customized affairs. Our team also offers many services for a seamless and enjoyable wedding experience. They can provide tables, chairs, chair covers, dance floors, and centerpieces to complete the atmosphere you've envisioned. The venue offers the following services:

• Bar services
• Catering services
• Lighting and sound
• Set up and clean up

Cuisine

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks offers the convenience of in-house catering from the Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar for your big day. Bar services are also available, with options such as a cash bar, champagne toast, house liquor, open bar, and specialty drinks. The wedding catering services they are able to provide include:

• Buffets
• Plated meals
• Cocktail receptions
• Hors d'oeuvres
• Desserts
• Server(s)

Accommodations

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks has been fully renovated and offers 154 well appointed guestroms and suites for overnight guests.

Built in July 2023 the Townhouse guestrooms and suites are ideal for wedding parties with 8 brand new units.

Townhouse Deluxe King Rooms with Balcony (6 units avaialble): These adult only upscale units have 12' ceilings with wide crown molding, oversized panel doors, and plush carpet. Beautifully furnished with king bed with pillow top mattress and high thread count linens and comforters. Large bathroom with nice showers and tile floors. Full closet, wet bar with mini-frig, microwave and a coffee maker. A huge patio door leading to a view of the lake from an oversized balcony. Accent headboard wall, loveseat, coffee table, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programming.

Townhouse Lakeview Executive Suite with Patio (1 unit avaialble): This adult only luxurious unit has 12' ceilings with wide crown molding, oversized panel doors, and plush carpet. Private bedroom beautifully furnished with king bed and pillow top mattress and high thread count linens and comforters. Accent headboard wall, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programing. Oversized bathroom with tile floors, shower and jetted tub, double bowl vanity with makeup table and private toilet room. Kitchenette/wet bar with 2 bar stools, mini-frig, microwave and a coffee maker. Separate living room with entertainment center, love seat with matching chair, and coffee table. Large patio door leading to a spacious patio with a beautiful view of the lake.

Townhouse Garden View Executive Suite with Patio (1 unit available): This adult only luxurious unit has 12' ceilings with wide crown molding, oversized panel doors, and plush carpet. Private bedroom beautifully furnished with king bed and pillow top mattress and high thread count linens and comforters. Accent headboard wall, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programing. Oversized bathroom with tile floors, shower and jetted tub, double bowl vanity with makeup table and private toilet room. Kitchenette/wet bar with 2 bar stools, mini-frig, microwave and a coffee maker. Separate living room with entertainment center, love seat with matching chair, and coffee table. Large patio door leading to a spacious patio with a view of the garden.

The main resort boasts three different types of rooms for guests and couples to choose from.

Lake Facing Deluxe King Room with Lakeview (30 units available): This room has a king bed with plush top mattress and high thread count linens and comforters. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Lake from the window. The room is finished with modern plank flooring, espresso-stained wood furniture, accent headboard wall, loveseat, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programming, and a refreshment center equipped with mini-fridge, and coffee maker.

Standard King Room (34 units available): This room has one king sized bed with plush top mattress and high thread count linens and comforter. The room is finished with modern plank flooring, espresso-stained wood furniture, accent headboard wall, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programming, and a refreshment center equipped with mini-fridge, and coffee maker.

Standard Double Queen Room (79 units available): This room has two queen size beds with plush top mattresses and high thread count linens and comforters. The room is finished with modern plank flooring, espresso-stained wood furniture, accent headboard wall, flat panel high-definition TV with all HD programming, and a refreshment center equipped with mini-fridge, microwave oven, and coffee maker.

All rooms on the property are smoke-free and include complimentary Wi-Fi.

Other Facilities

In addition to their event space, the venue features multiple facilities for couples and their guests to use. The following spaces reside in the building:

• On-Site Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar
• Indoor Swimming Pool with Large Outdoor Patio
• Adult Only Swim Up Pool Bar
• Game Room
• Fitness Center
• Business Center
• Conference Center
• Sun Deck
• Outdoor Fire Pit

History

In 2021, over 50 years after its original opening, The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks and Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar were totally remodled or devloped from the Lodge at Port Arrowhead after being purchased by business partners Merlyn & Dawn Vandervort. The Encore Lakeside Grill and Sky Bar was built and opened in 2021. The hotel was closed for 10 months while undergoing the comprehensive makeover and reopened in the summer of 2022.

Location

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks and Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar is located on Bagnell Dam Boulevard in Lake Ozark, near shopping, entertainment, a winery, attractions, and the Bagnell Dam Strip.