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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition

Lamoreaux Home
"We owe recovery of the Nauvoo Bell to the Lamoreaux family" (http://www.lds.org/ensign/1981/02/i-have-a-question). Come and find out more about the controversial (and conflicting) stories surrounding the rescue and transportation of the Nauvoo Bell—stories posted throughout the house.
Just down the street from the Nauvoo Temple, experience Nauvoo with this historic 1840s home as a base for all your adventures. Owned by the Lamoreaux family of Historic 1840s Nauvoo, sleeps ten comfortably, is within walking distance of the Nauvoo Temple, and has a modern addition with all the amenities. Although situated near Old Nauvoo and the wonderful historic sites down on the "flats," the home sits on quiet end of Knight Street and backs to a large communal back yard with a well-equipped pavilion that is also available for day-rental. Perfect for large groups or small families.
The home sleeps ten comfortably with five bedrooms--four of them in the historic part of the house, and one in the loft. Two have king beds, and three queens. The large living room downstairs has lots of lounge and sitting room and a gas fireplace. The kitchen and separate dining area provide all the appliances and kitchen needs for a large family. A large, double-wide driveway for plenty of parking. The house addition includes a historic stairway that was moved from a 150-year-old bank and a full service bathroom with Jacuzzi (and shower) on the main floor. There is also a full bath in the basement (with shower), and a half bath in the loft. There is a washer and dryer for guest use downstairs, and the home is centrally heated and cooled for year-round comfort. High speed Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player all for guest use. The deck out back is a perfect place for a BBQ or for relaxing on those warm summer evenings while enjoying the gentle summer breeze.
Amenities
. 3 Queen Beds
. 2 King Beds
. Gas fireplace
. Spacious, open living room
. Full Kitchen with Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
. Washer and Dryer for guest use
. High Speed Wireless Internet
. TV and DVD Player, and Cable TV
. Dishware, Utensils, Towels, and Linens Provided
. Three Bathrooms, One with Jacuzzi/shower, and one with shower only
. Down the street from the Nauvoo Temple, Visitor's Center, and Historical District
. Centrally Heated and Cooled
. Sleeps 10 comfortably
. Deck in the back

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Nauvoo

Located in Nauvoo, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Historic Nauvoo and Joseph Smith Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Nauvoo State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Calvert Stadium, or consider a night out at Fort Madison Area Arts Association.
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Nauvoo, IL

What's nearby

  • Nauvoo State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Weld House Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Baxter's Vineyards - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Historic Nauvoo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lovers Glen Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Madison Station - 19 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Casa Jalisco - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Vel's Amigos - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$362, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Nauvoo State Park, Weld House Museum and Nauvoo Public Library. Baxter's Vineyards and Historic Nauvoo are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Chelsea S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Plenty of space for our family. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great time. It was fun to stay in a historic home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family travelers

Great place! Thanks for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our family of 10. Even room in the backyard for the kids to run around and play.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ardel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house for our family of 10. Close to everything in Nauvoo. Will stay again if in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nauvoo stay

Property was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the unique location. The managers were kind to adapt to our needs and quick to respond to messages. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

Had a wonderful time at the Vrbo and enjoyed the towns of Ft. Madison and Nauvoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenore W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Nice historical home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great location, large home for our gamily

The location was close to the Nauvoo Temple. We walked to the temple for sunset most nights. It was a few minutes drive to Old Nauvoo. It was a great accommodation for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home

The home was nice, plenty of beds for everyone we brought. Kids enjoyed the loft and back deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Opal J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nauvoo stay

We got in very early in the morning and with the door code getting in was a breeze. We enjoyed our stay. It was quiet snd roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

History with modern amenities

The main home was built when Nauvoo was just being established and an addition was added that included some upgraded space without detracting from the history for cozy family gatherings. We loved staying there with our family and would do it again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

What a beautiful, and very comfortable house in a nice little town. There was six of us there and we had plenty of room! Plenty of room for parking too. We definitely look forward to staying next year when we pass through.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We stayed at this house as Nauvoo pageant family cast. It was the perfect thing for us with bathtub for our littles, washer/dryer for our costumes, comfortable beds for all 11 of us, and management that responded immediately to concerns.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying in an historic home was definitely a great addition to our stay. We really enjoyed imagining what it would have been like in the 1840s. Because it is an historic home, it is not as roomy and convenient as some homes we have stayed in, but the history of the house was a good trade-off.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. My only problem was your smelly stuff. I had a hard time with the strong smell of the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling retreat

This is a nice property for a family - but I would not recommend it for couples because you have to walk through bedrooms to get to other bedrooms and the bathroom. It would not be good for older people because of the steep stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting historical house with modern conveniences

We enjoyed our stay here. The host was very responsive, and everything went smoothly. Being an older house, the light/dimmer switches were somewhat of an adventure. Guests should know that only two bedrooms are fully private, with two bedrooms passing through to other bedrooms and one being a loft area above the family room.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neat

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Leslie J Petersen

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