10/10 Excellent
Shane B.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shane B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Entire home
Riverview Retreat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Chillicothe, IL
- Place, Shoppes at Grand Prairie14 min drive
- Place, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center23 min drive
- Place, Peoria Civic Center23 min drive
- Airport, Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main floor
2 Single Beds
Master
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
2nd floor
Toilet · Shower only
Main floor
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Riverview Retreat
My husband and I have a wonderful artistically refurbished house on the river with a wrap around deck & open floor plan. The master has its own deck on the water. Private access to water for fishing.. We have 2 kayaks available.There are yard games to use in the fully fenced yard. Great hiking close. There is a fire pit on the main deck and wood solo stove below. Wood is provided. Great restaurants and shopping in Peoria Heights. Everything you need for a great stay. Enjoy a glass of wine on the main deck in the evening or a cup of coffee on the upper deck to watch the sunrise over the water in the morning. Your request to book MUST include a message with information, especially if you have no reviews. MUST provide full name and address AND full names of all guests. This a a county requirement for a permit. Where are you coming from? Purpose of visit, vacation or visiting friends, relatives. Have you used VRBO before? If there is no message your request will be denied. Please read the house rules and confirm you have read when you message.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yard is fully fenced. 2 ring doorbells.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved dogs allowed. Must be crated if alone
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Absolutely no smoking or vaping anywhere on the property . Quiet hours MUST be adhered to.
All furniture or items put back in original place. All pet waste must be removed if you bring a pet. Pets must be crated if at the house alone and not allowed on furniture. Fees charged 4 stains.
All remotes accounted for and on appropriate tables. Garage door openers on desk. Kayaks in place upside down with oars. Grill cover on. Lights out. Fans off. Outdoor lights off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Rome
Located in Rome, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Robert Rutherford Wildlife Sanctuary and Singing Woods Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wheels O' Time Museum and Peoria Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Peoria Civic Center or Carver Arena. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Chillicothe, IL
What's nearby
- Shoppes at Grand Prairie - 14 min drive - 20.7 km
- Northwoods Mall - 18 min drive - 23.0 km
- Bradley University - 22 min drive - 27.5 km
- OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - 23 min drive - 26.8 km
- Peoria Civic Center - 23 min drive - 28.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Caterpillar AC - 7 min drive
- Sheets Creek Saloon - 29 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Grecian Gardens - 5 min drive
- Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jayne P.
11 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jayne P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Molly G.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend with family.
Molly G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam W.
10 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sam W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Jill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
SHENELL S.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls night get together
SHENELL S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barb M.
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little place in paradise
Barb M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Susan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
James B.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
April L.
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Date night!
April L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kandy M.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house
Kandy M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beverly R.
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice retreat
Beverly R.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl G.
6 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Stay
Cheryl G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chad W.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Chad W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
James B.
31 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverview
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amie P.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful River Stay
Amie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
chris m.
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Retreat
chris m.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronette B.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Ronette B.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim C., Normal, Illinois
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for girlfriends
Kim C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
25 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fall trip
Jennifer J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim D.
8 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location and charming setting
Kim D.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Doug L., Wauwatosa WI USA
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Convenient location
Doug L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique feels with this riverside cabin
Ashley S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher R.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a Lovely Home!
Christopher R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber T.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in an eclectic beauty
Amber T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kim Bryan Russell
We are Kim and David Russell. We are parents to many and grandparents to many. We also have our 4 doodles who allow us to live with them. We work hard and love to travel. I love hosting and will only provide a space that I would enjoyed I were traveling. I work hard to make sure you have the cleanest and most relaxing environment as well as fun items to enjoy….bikes, kayaks, yard games. Please come and enjoy this unique creative space we worked so hard on.
Why they chose this property
I’ve owned the house since 1995 with my first husband. He passed in 2015. The property needed a lot of help. I tend to be artistically inclined and drawn to the eclectic things you can do to bring old to new again. My current husband is a work horse and up for anything so if I had a vision of what I wanted he worked with me. I also have great artistic friends. The house became what I knew it could be and hopefully you will enjoy it. Come and relax, sit on the decks by the water, use the kayaks and bicycles provided. Yard games also and the yard is fully fenced. I am pet friendly for the well behaved pups. I July ask that waste be picked up and they not be left alone uncrated if you leave the house. I’ve provided a crate.
What makes this property unique
Kayaks, bicycles, yard games, pet friendly, private access to water with a creative, relaxing environment
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