Fuchs House Across Pond
Fuchs House at Markham Springs
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Fuchs House 1
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About Fuchs House

In the late 1930s, Rudolph Fuchs built a five bedroom concrete and native stone house for his family, and also built the present wheel house to produce electricity for his needs. Power was obtained by building a dam in a semi-circle below a large spring forming a small pond. The water was to pour through a chute on the wheel to produce electricity; however, electricity arrived to the site before the wheel ever needed to do its job. The area had an undershot wheel providing power to a grist mill in the late 19th century.

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2026 (Current year)

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Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

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  • 15 guests
  • Pet Friendly

Site Details

Up to 15 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
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Reviews (48)

What Guests Are Saying

Fuchs House offers a beautiful setting with plenty of space and privacy, along with a variety of games and puzzles for entertainment. Guests appreciate its proximity to scenic hiking trails and nearby rivers, enhancing the outdoor experience. However, the property would benefit from renovations, better cleaning, and clearer communication regarding amenities like water availability.

Review Summary

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Dan J

Verified

March 28, 2022 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

3

Lovely house and location. Make sure you get the door code from the park service people ahead of time, though.

Dan J

Verified

March 28, 2022 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

3

Lovely house and location. Make sure you get the door code from the park service people ahead of time, though.

marta b

Verified

December 5, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

My family went to this location on Thanksgiving weekend. We had a wonderful time exploring woods, springs, and mills. We really enjoyed the fireplace and table with a chessboard. The front porch was perfect for morning coffee with a beautiful view. The house has 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 bathroom. One of the bedrooms has 4 matresses/2 bunkbeds. Total 6 beds upstairs. The main level has 2 bedrooms. The Master bedroom has a king bed and twin bed on the side. The other bedroom has 1 bed. Total of 3 beds on main level plus 2 sofas in the living room. You have to bring your own sheets or sleeping bags and pillows. there is one bathroom on the main level as well. I liked antique furniture and the style of the old world, but it was a little dusty everywhere and also not organized in kitchen cabinets and drawers, but we really didn't care about it that much. My son said the house had too many mirrors, which didn't bother me. Overall it was great, we really valued our time together there and made wonderful family memories, which is the most important.

marta b

Verified

December 5, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

My family went to this location on Thanksgiving weekend. We had a wonderful time exploring woods, springs, and mills. We really enjoyed the fireplace and table with a chessboard. The front porch was perfect for morning coffee with a beautiful view. The house has 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 bathroom. One of the bedrooms has 4 matresses/2 bunkbeds. Total 6 beds upstairs. The main level has 2 bedrooms. The Master bedroom has a king bed and twin bed on the side. The other bedroom has 1 bed. Total of 3 beds on main level plus 2 sofas in the living room. You have to bring your own sheets or sleeping bags and pillows. there is one bathroom on the main level as well. I liked antique furniture and the style of the old world, but it was a little dusty everywhere and also not organized in kitchen cabinets and drawers, but we really didn't care about it that much. My son said the house had too many mirrors, which didn't bother me. Overall it was great, we really valued our time together there and made wonderful family memories, which is the most important.

Jeff M

Verified

November 8, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

Miller Family Markham Springs Trip 2021 was amazing at The Fuchs House! We come here annually and absolutely love it. Such a beautiful and historic place and we appreciate so much the caretakers and volunteers who keep this place up and running. Will continue to come back year after year as long as we can. Our kids and grandkids love everything about this place. Plenty of room for everyone and lots of beautiful nature to explore. We will be back October 2022!!

Jeff M

Verified

November 8, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

Miller Family Markham Springs Trip 2021 was amazing at The Fuchs House! We come here annually and absolutely love it. Such a beautiful and historic place and we appreciate so much the caretakers and volunteers who keep this place up and running. Will continue to come back year after year as long as we can. Our kids and grandkids love everything about this place. Plenty of room for everyone and lots of beautiful nature to explore. We will be back October 2022!!

Brent T

Verified

July 2, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

My family and I stayed here for a week and it was amazing to be somewhere so wonderful. The house was old but fixed up nicely and the view from the front porch is simply breathtaking. The Korner Kwik in Williamsville has an amazing breakfast if you like biscuits and gravy or bacon egg and cheese biscuits. There burgers are on the small side but delicious. The prices for breakfast and lunch there are extremely cheap for such good food.

Brent T

Verified

July 2, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

My family and I stayed here for a week and it was amazing to be somewhere so wonderful. The house was old but fixed up nicely and the view from the front porch is simply breathtaking. The Korner Kwik in Williamsville has an amazing breakfast if you like biscuits and gravy or bacon egg and cheese biscuits. There burgers are on the small side but delicious. The prices for breakfast and lunch there are extremely cheap for such good food.

Dan J

Verified

March 26, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

The hike that starts up the bluff behind the house is really nice.

Dan J

Verified

March 26, 2021 • Stayed at: Fuchs House, Loop: FUCHS HOUSE

5

The hike that starts up the bluff behind the house is really nice.

Location & Directions for Fuchs House

Rt 1 Box 144 B, Wiliamsville, MO 63967 United States

Elevation: 133 ft

Getting There

From Poplar Bluff, take Highway 67 north for 14 mi, then drive west on Highway 49 for 9 mi (about 3 mi past the town of Williamsville). Take the first right after crossing the Black River to enter Markham Springs Recreation Area. The drive way to...

Nearest town

Wiliamsville, MO - 221 mi

About over 3 hr (236 min) to downtown

Highway access

Fuchs House is accessible via Highway 67, which is approximately 14 miles south of the property, and Highway 49, which is about 9 miles west of Williamsville.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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