Lake Sherwood is a private lake community filled with wooded hillsides, wildlife, and very few worries.
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THE FEEL
Gated, Lake Sherwood is a quite, country neighborhood of 1,200 acres with six lakes. Family and retirement friendly, residents are both permanent and seasonal.
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HISTORY
Lake Sherwood is part of Overland, Missouri, which has a history dating back to 1820 when travelers westward from St. Louis would stop overnight at what became known as "The Overland Park".
Daniel Boone, noted frontiersman, constructed a single room cabin here, near the current location of Lake Sherwood and Wyland Elementary School.
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ACCESSIBILITY
Forty-seven miles northwest of St. Louis, Lake Sherwood is accessible from Highway 94, and a little over an hour drive from downtown St. Louis.
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CULTURE
The neighborhood is socially engaged and volunteer driven. There is an emphasis on healthy living and quality recreation.
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ENTERTAINMENT
The many lakes of Sherwood offer a range of activities for residents and guests to enjoy, from water skiing, swimming boating, and fishing. The neighborhood also houses a community center, inland pool, camping grounds, and even a private beach!
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SCHOOLS
Lake Sherwood rests in the desired Washington school district.
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PARKS & REC
Campground Park | This park contains a pavilion with a large grill and electrical outlets. There is a playground, fire-pit, and also a volleyball court. Overnight camping is also available.
Gabion Park | There are docks for boats and also swimming. A great place for a cookout, the park has plenty picnic tables and also grills.
Island Park | This park is only accessible by watercraft. It features a dock and has a designated swim area.
Marina Park | This park includes picnic tables, a barbeque pit, small areas with tables, and grills.
Peninsula Park | Walking distance from the clubhouse, this park has benches perfect for viewing Lake Sherwood.
Robin Hood Park | A secluded area, this park contains docks and a pavilion with tables.
Rocky Point Park | On the western cove of Lake Sherwood, this park contains a dock and picnic table.
George H. Schmidt Spirit Park | Includes a lighted baseball field and a multi-purpose court used for basketball in the summer and ice skating in the winter. This park also includes a picnic pavilion, large playground, and walking track.
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