5 Tips for Keeping Your Second Home Safe Through the Winter

It's important to make sure your second home at the Lake of the Ozarks is properly protected while you spend the winter away. Not only can the cold weather cause possible damage to your property, but if anything else should go wrong, you'll want to have someone available who can take immediate action to remedy the situation. Here are some things you should have checked in the winter to keep your condo at the Lake of the Ozarks as safe as possible.

#1 - Make sure your pipes are insulated or the water is turned off.

Harsh winter weather can cause condensation and water in pipes to freeze. The problem is that ice expands, causing immense stress on the pipes. This expansion can cause the pipes to burst. Before you leave your condo, double check to make sure your water is either turned off or you have a slow drip into a sink to prevent the water from staying in the pipes and possibly freezing. Insulating your pipes could save your home if the worst should occur.

#2 - Adjust your thermostat for your absence.

Leaving your condo energy efficient in your absence is not as easy as simply turning off the thermostat and walking away for the winter. You'll want to turn the thermostat over to the heat setting, and set it low, around 50°F. This can prevent your home from dropping into freezing temperature, which could lead to property damage.

#3 - Unplug unnecessary appliances from the wall.

Unplug all of your appliances. A report from Springfield, Illinois shows that your fridge consumes anywhere from $7 to $18 monthly. If you're going to be gone for months, this is just wasted energy and money. Additionally, appliances can cause household fires if the power cord is faulty. With no one home, it could be devastating if a fire were to occur.

#4 - Protect your dock slip from ice.

If you've decided to winterize your boat and choose to leave it in the slip, you'll want to take some precautions to ensure your boat is protected from the ice! A de-icer in the water can keep ice from forming around your boat and damaging the hull. Disconnecting batteries from the boat and keeping the cover sealed tight can also help prevent accidental neighbors (pests) from hibernating in your watercraft.

#5 - Hire someone to check on your property.

Several companies around the Lake of the Ozarks offer winter home checking services, all designed to keep your home protected and keep it looking like it isn't empty. You could also make friends with those who stay around your property year round - these neighbors are perfect people to ask to keep an eye on things!

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Winter home checks are an important aspect of owning more than one residence. These checks can be hired out to local companies, friends, or family members. If you are able, you could come by and check on everything once or twice to ensure that everything is exactly as you left it. The last thing anyone wants is to show up at their waterfront condo at the Lake of the Ozarks to find it damaged, flooded, or worse.

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Winter Fishing at the Lake of the Ozarks

It can be tricky to fish on the Lake of the Ozarks in the summertime with all the boat traffic and swimming that takes place. Thankfully, there are plenty of fishing opportunities for even the most avid cold weather fisherman. If you have a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can easily come up for the weekend and enjoy one of the many fishing tournaments around the Lake area.

Lake of the Ozarks' Fishing Tournaments

BassingBob.com began as a simple website to draw fishermen, anglers, vacationers, and tournament fishing to Lake of the Ozarks and has helped grow the number of boats on the Lake of the Ozarks from 19,000 to over 23,000! Bassing Bob is one of the best resources online to discover fishing tournaments at Lake of the Ozarks.

Where and When are these Tournaments?

Fishing tournaments at the Lake of the Ozarks take place nearly every weekend. These 1-day contests are the perfect setting for amateur fishermen looking for something to do in the winter at Lake of the Ozarks.

       Date         Days      Time                   Location            # Boats      Club

01/23/2016	1	7:30 AM- 3:30 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: Alhonna Resort	75	Bassing Bob Phone: 314-315-3822
01/24/2016	1	6:30 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	50	Bass World Sports Tournament Assoc. Phone: 314-409-9015
02/6/2016	1	7:30 AM- 3:30 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: Alhonna Resort	75	Bassing Bob Phone: 314-315-3822
02/7/2016	1	8:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	30	Osage Beach Bait & Tackle Phone: 573-348-9333
02/13/2016	1	8:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	30	Osage Beach Bait & Tackle Phone: 573-348-9333
02/20/2016	1	7:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	50	Angler's Choice Phone: 618-521-2255
02/21/2016	1	6:30 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	50	Bass World Sports Tournament Assoc. Phone: 314-409-9015
02/28/2016	1	7:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	30	Joe Bass Team Trail Phone: 314-220-7196
02/28/2016	1	8:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	30	Osage Beach Bait & Tackle Phone: 573-348-9333
03/5/2016	1	8:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	30	Osage Beach Bait & Tackle Phone: 573-348-9333
03/5/2016	1	7:00 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	50	Angler's Choice Phone: 618-521-2255
03/6/2016	1	6:30 AM- 3:00 PM	Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2	50	Bass World Sports Tournament Assoc. Phone: 314-409-9015

Winter Fishing and Your Isla Del Sol Condo

These one-day fishing trips can be exhausting. Hauling everything down and prepping for a cold day out on the water can leave even the most die-hard fisherman ready for a relaxing evening. With a second home condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can keep supplies at your condo and relax knowing that you're already prepared for the day’s tournament ahead. When the tournament ends, what better way to celebrate winning than by hanging your trophy over the fireplace in your weekend getaway condo? Come see what Isla Del Sol has to offer and see how we can help make your weekend fishing trips much more accommodating!


    

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The Best Waterfront Condos are Found at Isla Del Sol!

When you choose a vacation, you may be thinking of going to the coasts or flying to a tropical island for a week-long getaway. These trips are fun, but you're never going to get the exact same trip twice. At the best waterfront condos at Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy private island living, and repeat the vacation as often as necessary! Just look at the things Isla Del Sol has to offer:

Premium Vacation Destination

Between the private island features of the most luxurious condo complex in Missouri and the absolutely breathtaking 360° view of the Lake of the Ozarks, you'll find that beaches aren't necessary to enjoy beautiful aquatic scenes. Every condo has an amazing view of the main channel. Isla Del Sol is located on the 3-mile marker, putting you within a short drive, by boat or by road, to all of Lake of the Ozarks most popular locations.

Premium Features of Isla Del Sol Condos

Every condo in our complex has complete access to all the amenities we offer. Bring friends, family and children to Isla Del Sol and rest assured that they will find something to keep them entertained. Check out some of the things we have to offer you and your guests!

• Private Island Living 
• Panoramic Lake Front Views 
• A Beautiful Lake Side Pool with Fountains 
• Pool Side Sun Deck with Lounge Chairs, Tables, and Showers 
• Direct Elevator Access to All Residential Floors 
• Boat Docks and PWC Slips 
• Ample Resident Parking 
• Available Private Storage Lockers 
• Dog Walking Area 

Our condos are accessible by land or by water, making it easy to access no matter how you care to travel at Lake of the Ozarks. This permanent vacation location is a must have if you enjoy waterfront living!

Condos are Still Available

We have the best condos at Lake of the Ozarks. In addition to the incredible panoramic view, you'll also have a spacious interior to decorate and customize. All our condos feature 2 bedrooms and an additional master suite, two bathrooms - complete with a large living room and outdoor covered deck! Your living room includes a fireplace for a warm aesthetic to the open floor plan. 

The Time to Buy is NOW

Isla Del Sol Condominium Complex is running out of units! Once the last of these condos are gone, you'll be out of luck to experience the captivating beauty of the Lake through a truly unique view. Contact Tina at the Property Shop to schedule a showing before it's too late!
Call 573-552-8418 or email your request to Tina@PropertyShopattheLake.com

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The Right Lighting Makes All the Difference in Your Isla Del Sol Condo!

Our luxury condos at Lake of the Ozarks don't just have the best view of the Lake, they also have the perfect interior to show off your artistic taste! Sometimes the best-placed decor can fall flat and look less like a masterpiece - but it's not your fault! Lighting throughout the condo could be playing a part and making your interior look less than stellar. Let's talk about the different ways lighting can make your home look and feel exactly the way you want it to look.

Yellow Light vs. White Light

There's a striking contrast between the warm yellow glow of a streetlamp and the bright white light of a classroom. Light bulbs are given a color temperature in Kelvin, which then allows you to find what color light bulbs you would like to use in your home. The lower the Kelvin number, the warmer and more yellow the light is and the higher the number, the whiter the light becomes.

Photo Courtesy EnergyStar.com

Choosing the Right Light Bulbs

When it comes to lighting your home, there are several different bulb options. Incandescent bulbs have been used in America for decades. They emit warm yellow light. Unfortunately, they use much more energy than other bulbs and there have been laws passed to slowly phase these types of bulbs out of production.

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Compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) are perfect for bright overhead lighting that is left on for an extended period, like kitchens and hallways. They last 7 - 10 times longer than the incandescent bulbs and are 75% more energy efficient.

Halogen bulbs are more efficient incandescent bulbs and cost slightly more. The benefit that halogens provide is wide area illumination with a yellowish light. These bulbs are not as efficient as CFLs but they are great for lamps and dining room chandeliers.

Light-Emitting Diode light bulbs (LEDs) are some of the best bulbs on the market. If used for just a few hours a day these can last over 20 years! They are incredibly efficient and provide unidirectional lighting, (casting light in one specific direction). LEDs are perfect for highlighting artwork on your walls and track lighting to give a dynamic contrast between shadows and your interior decor.

Lighting Your Second Home

There are 3 types of lighting you'll probably consider for your condo at Lake of the Ozarks: ambient, task, and accent lighting. Ambient lighting is the light that just fills a room and sets the atmosphere. This is considered the room's natural lighting. Task lighting is illumination with a purpose - table lamps, track lighting and closet lights are good examples. Task lights should be brighter than the ambient lighting to help draw a contrast and focus attention on the specified area. Accent lighting highlights a certain space like a wall of art or a bookcase. Accent lights create contrast and enhance the dramatic effect of illumination.

There are hundreds of ways to configure your lighting at the best waterfront condo complex at Lake of the Ozarks. Our condos are easy to customize. Bring in your professional art pieces and showcase them like they deserve with our wide walls and tall ceilings. All that's missing is your artistic hand. Call today to discover the perfection that is Isla Del Sol Condominiums at Lake of the Ozarks!

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