Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..
Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..
About this house rental
Situated in Illinois, this attractive house for $185 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Great river road is a panorama of colors in the fall! Winter the Eagles arrive! Data speeds up to 25 megabytes! **COVID-19 Update - In addition to following strict CDC cleaning and disinfecting guidelines, we can also allow 24hrs. between guests, just let us know when booking . Awesome rolling country views! Close distance to Pere Marquette State Park, Raging River, Wineries, shopping, restaurants. Grafton Marina , where you can rent jet ski's and boats!! Located between the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers in Calhoun County, IL with easy access from the Golden Eagle Ferry (toll ferry) in St. Charles, MO or the Brussels Ferry (free ferry) near Grafton, IL. The home can be reached from most parts of the St. Louis metropolitan area in about an hour or less. The home was designed to look like an old time barn. It was completed in 2008 with many amazing details that make it truly unique! It provides awesome views of rolling farmland and the cliffs of Pierre Marquette State Park to the north and longtime family farmsteads to the south. Sleeping 4 guests, with a 2 night minimum. The Barn House features high vaulted ceilings. Kitchen and main living spaces are located upstairs on the second floor. The views from the second floor windows and decks are amazing!! The home features a full kitchen that includes; refrigerator/freezer, electric glass cooktop range with double oven, microwave, dish washer, clothes washer and dryer and a full compliment of cooking pots, pans, utensils, etc. The master bedroom features a queen bed with matching dressers and chests. The second bedroom has two twin Xl beds. These beds can be pushed together to create a king bed. All beds have brand new sheets, pillows, etc. The family room has a sofa and lounge chairs and features free WiFi. Downstairs in the man cave there is a large entertaining area with a pool table, table with 4 chairs, entertainment system. One full bath upstairs with tub and one full bath with shower only downstairs are completely furnished with all bathroom accessories. Outside there is a two story deck that leads down to a concrete patio that features a hot tub. Charcoal grill, patio table and chairs for outside dining and entertaining. Once you are moved in you can enjoy a quiet drive through Calhoun County with several restaurants and bars and of course the incredible views! Visits to Old Town St. Charles, MO with its many restaurants and shops and Grafton, IL with its unique riverfront restaurants, shops and marina can be made in less than 30 minutes. Fall is a great time to take a drive down the Great River Road to see the turning of the trees. Winter months are great for Eagle Watching & Christmas stroll in Old Town St. Charles . Springtime is great to do some hiking in Pere Marquette & check out the wineries in the area. Summer everything is in bloom and The Grafton Harbor has boats to rent or jet ski's , Not to mention the Aries zip line, and winery with great views! This home is total Electric with heat pump system. All guests must register their names for their stay. Any unexpected guests will be charged $25. per night per guest and will be deducted from their security deposit. Some of the pictures of the barn house include peach trees surrounding the barn. The trees are reaching the end of their useful productive life span. This year it appears we will have some peaches! Our guests are more then welcome to pick some while they are staying at the BARN. Please be kind and just take what you can eat and save for our next guests. In the future we hope to have a variety of fruit trees for all season's. Keep in mind if you have to "tug" on them, they are not ready yet. Keep checking, some ripen before others! Calhoun County is famous for peaches and there are numerous farms nearby that have excellent farm stands.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Illinois
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(300 Reviews)
5.0
Beautiful setting, stunning views, everything needed for a relaxing stay.
5.0
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our getaway here. THE BARN was warm and welcoming and we all felt comfortable and relaxed right away.
We were impressed by all that the kitchen and pantry had to offer as there wasn’t a thing that “we wished we brought from home.”
We would gladly stay here again.
5.0
Everything was awesome! Such a great house and property owners were fantastic. We will definitely be back!
5.0
Everything was absolutely perfect. We will be back
5.0
My friends and I have stayed at this property 2 times now and both times have been great. The area is beautiful and secluded but still close to Grafton and St. Charles by ferry. Great communication with the owner. It's beautiful in the fall with all the autumn colors. Will definitely rent again!
5.0
Very enjoyable, peacful, quiet, beautiful and clean.
We will be coming back with family and friends again....
THANK YOU Susan for your hospitality.
5.0
The Barn was just a short drive from the city but it felt like a world away. The ferry ride, rolling hills, farms, and landscape really make this area a special place to visit. The Barn is very well described and presented on the website. We couldn't have asked for better weather during our stay. The decks and patio are perfect place to soak up the countryside views and listen to nature. The hot tub worked perfectly and we enjoyed the star gazing from it. The house had everything that we needed for our stay. Susan living us fresh flowers and baked goods was a welcome surprise. We highly recommend staying at the Barn and look forward to coming back! Thanks Susan
5.0
The barn is surrounded by rolling hills & gorgeous scenery. The inside of the house was perfectly decorated and clean
5.0
Easy access to STL, Hannibal and other IL/MO locations. Fun using ferry access to locations. This was one of my favorite VRBO stays by far! Beautiful home. Absolutely stunning views. Top-notch amenities and decor. Relaxing and serene. Will visit again. 💯🌟
5.0
The barn was absolutely beautiful and very clean! My husband and I enjoyed our weekend away and will definitely be back! Perfect location - mostly private and quiet. Beautiful scenery!
5.0
We had a lovely time in Calhoun County due in large part to the amazing accommodations at the Red Barn. Everything was as described in the listing - all the instructions were clear and concise and Susan made it clear that she would always be available if we were to have any questions. The house is spacious yet cozy with everything you need for a stay regardless of length or season. The peaceful setting made for a relaxing (although too short) weekend get away while we visited with friends and family in Brussels. Thank you Susan and Mike!
5.0
It is well represented in the photo’s and description of the property. The landscaping was beautiful. My husband, brother and wife stayed here while visiting Grafton and Pere Marquette State park. We were excited to get back the house and enjoy it every evening!
5.0
So much space and so beautiful! The view is amazing as well! Susan was a great host and very attentive and welcoming! Close to two ferries so you get your peace and quiet yet are so close to so much! Highly recommend!!
5.0
Clean, comfortable and sooo very quiet. We enjoyed our stay, especially being able to sit in one of the three outdoor seating areas to take in the view! Susan was a terrific host and even had fresh flowers out for us when we arrived.
5.0
The house was exceptionally clean, beautiful and included many essentials in the kitchen. Owners were communicative and helpful, with personal touches such as a handwritten note along with flowers and drink. We enjoyed the hot tub and the quietness of the location.
5.0
Pictures do not do this place justice, truly. The house itself is gorgeous , with beautiful flooring and details. The views around the house on all sides are absolutely breathtaking. We woke up each morning to sit on the deck and enjoy the views and birds chirping. Susan was easily the best host we have ever experienced! She was sweet and friendly, accommodating and easy to reach with questions ! Would absolutely recommend this stay to anyone looking for a beautiful well kept home with seclusion and beautiful views !
5.0
This was our third trip to the red barn, and it did not disappoint! We had a great time enjoying the beautiful home and views. An afternoon in Brussels and a day in Grafton were both full of adventure. Highly recommend!
5.0
The barn was just as described. Perfect! The hot tub worked and was great! There are neighbors on one side but not super close, so don't plan on sitting out there naked... 😂 The bed was comfortable. The house was clean. To s of things to do in the area!
5.0
We had a great time at the barn! Communication was easy and quick. Susan left us a welcome note with some snacks :) everything was very clean and pleasant! Very quiet area with beautiful scenery! The only downside of our stay was a neighborhood dog that was raoming around (calmly amd slowly :)). Supposedly he's a regular, but for those of us that arent comfortable with dogs, it put a damper on pur outdoor time/hot tub time. Otherwise, would definitely recommend!!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at the Red Barn! Lovely view, peaceful and quiet. A fantastic place to relax. The home itself is beautiful inside and out and the area couldn't be more picturesque. Looking forward to returning to totally unwind again in the future!
5.0
We really enjoyed our time at the Barn. The property was beautiful and private. We felt so comfortable, we really did not want to leave! We had fun exploring the area. The barn is ideally located for a day trip to St. Charles, Mo, or Grafton Il. we most definitely will be back!
5.0
We loved this property. We (my siblings and I) get together yearly in different parts of the country, always with VRBO. This is the premier property that we have found. We loved soaking in the hot tub and playing pool in the "Man Cave." We highly recommend this site. The owners (Mike and Sue) were wonderful to work with. You cannot go wrong with this property!
David (and siblings)
5.0
I really enjoyed the quietness and environment. Very clean house and lots of amenities. Will rent again.
5.0
Great!
5.0
The Barn was the exact spot needed for out of town family members to stay for a get together at our neighboring home.
5.0
Absolutely a beautiful property. The home was as beautiful as the pictures. The hosts were so friendly and great with communication. Would highly recommend and we will definitely come back again!
5.0
We had excellent communication with the host before and during our stay. They were accommodating and gracious in allowing us to book a last minute reservation and even had things ready for us to check in early. We love Calhoun County for the rolling countryside and the barn provided a lovely couple of days for us to enjoy the peace and quiet. The property was just as pictured with very close access to the Golden Eagle Ferry. Everything we needed to enjoy our stay was provided and you can tell cleanliness is a priority. We hope to be back again soon!
5.0
Breath taking!!
The stay was amazing and very peaceful. We are planning our next return trip to The Barn in a few months.
It is a slice of heaven… serenity…
The rolling hills are beautiful and gives you a great appreciation of what is given to us.
Mike and Sue are very good at giving specific instructions to help guide you for an easy and convenient stay.
Thank you again,
Jerry and Jennie
5.0
I would definitely give our stay a five-star review. The property was so beautiful inside and out. We enjoyed the hot tub sitting there and relaxing and looking at the beautiful view. The Barn itself is beautifully decorated and staged. The property manager Susan was delightful and very thoughtful with her special touches she left for me and the kids. This property is a perfect place to unplug with your family and relax while you take in a beautiful setting.
5.0
The Barn was the perfect place for me to think and relax. To spend some time in self reflection.
5.0
We had a nice relaxing weekend celebrating our anniversary! The hosts were very responsive and the barn was clean and cozy!
5.0
We have stayed at the property 4 or 5 times now. The host is terrific with communication. The views are amazing, its super quiet and the layout/feel of the house is just perfect. Add a hot tub, pool table and tons of other games and you have the perfect quiet getaway.
We’ll be back.
5.0
The barn was ideal for a weekend getaway with teens! The game room and hot tub made this an ideal spot for our family to celebrate a January winter birthday. The property was gorgeous and within walking distance of the river. We had great communication with the hosts who were more than accommodating to our needs. We especially appreciated all the amenities and stocked kitchen for grilling and cooking in. We made a dip to St. Charles and a trip to Grafton using the ferry’s-this made it extra fun!
5.0
My husband and I haven't been able to getaway after our fall wedding and needed to have some alone time. When looking for places to go I came across Golden Eagle, a short drive from our hometown and secluded. The house was SUPER clean and Susan left us a welcome gift. Susan was on top of communication, checking in to make sure we were comfortable or if we needed anything. Check-in and Check-out instructions were very clear, we truly felt welcomed and relaxed at the barn. A much needed trip, we are hoping to come back with friends in the fall.
Stefani and Adam
5.0
This is our third visit and was amazing as usual. Can’t wait til our next visit!
5.0
We enjoyed escaping to this beautiful property. It had everything we needed to make our own meals. The communication was excellent. The hot tub was beautiful to enjoy. The view for sunset is gorgeous. The area is so cool to explore. We enjoyed the ferries and all the bird watching. The house was incredibly clean and comfortable. I would love to come back in warm weather to see the plants outside because I bet the banana plants are gorgeous. Thank you for being incredible hosts!
5.0
This was our second stay at the barn. It was another relaxing weekend!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
5.0
This was a last minute birthday trip for my boyfriend, and absolutely fit the bill. Check-in process was as simple as can be, Susan was fantastic to communicate with!
We came up the Great River Road to visit the wineries in Grafton, then took the free ferry to cross the river to the barn; barn is very easy to find. We walked several miles each morning while we were there and saw some beautiful river views along the way. The second day we took the grafton ferry (you do pay for this one - $9 for our truck one way) to old town St. Charles for a few hours. We came back “home” and found we didn’t truly prepare for dinner that night so took a quick ride into the locally owned grocery store (Red & White I believe was the name). These folks were wonderful - we got a great steak, fresh salad, potatoes for baking and even had sides prepped to go as well as ice cream. So we feasted for my boyfriends birthday! The barn’s kitchen has everything you’d ever need for any type of meal.
Each night we soaked in the hot tub - definitely a perk of staying here! Although we didn’t use the basement/game room, it was very inviting and another perk of the barn. Definitely recommend for a couples getaway or a small family! Thanks again to Susan for being a wondeful hostess!
5.0
What an amazing place! My husband and I wanted a close to home get away to relax and cook together (it’s our thing). This place delivers! The kitchen is the best stocked kitchen we have seen! It has everything needed plus!
While cooking, we played pool and darts in the “man cave”. Such a well done space! Again everything you need, with a quality stereo and speaker set up.
In addition, if you are a painter or photographer, there is so much natural beauty at every turn. I wish we had more time and our SLR!
Sue and Mike are great hosts, who checked in on us to make sure all was to out expectations. The hand written Thank You note was a nice touch! Lost art…
Highly recommend! We will be back!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Illinois?
The average price for a rental in Illinois is $137 per night. This rental is $48 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL... For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL.. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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