Raintree Plantation, MO

Tucked into the rolling hills of Jefferson County about 40 miles southwest of St. Louis, Raintree Plantation is a private lake and golf community located just outside Hillsboro. Home to roughly 2,000 residents, the neighborhood centers around several scenic lakes, sandy swim beaches, and the 18-hole Raintree Country Club. It offers a relaxed, resort-style setting where golf carts, pontoon boats, and quiet waterfront views are simply part of everyday living.

Local students attend the Hillsboro R-III School District. Because Raintree is a private residential development, the property owners association manages neighborhood amenities, private roads, and lake upkeep, while Jefferson County provides standard emergency and county services. Residents typically make the short drive into Hillsboro, De Soto, or Festus for groceries and local dining, with a straightforward commute into the greater St. Louis area for work, major shopping, and medical care.