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Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..

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Beautiful views off dbl. deck, hot tub and firepit.
Beautiful wood dining table
Living area
Different views left is recliner
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Minor children must be supervised in hot tub.

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Events

No events allowed

Break house rules result in loss security deposit

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Pets

No pets allowed

No pets of any kind

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking not allowed in home or garage

No unexpected guests are allowed overnight. The home sleeps 4 only. Penalties will be assessed accordingly.

Please no glass of any kind on lower patio near hot tub. This is a safety issue. Barn on septic system! No products other than toilet paper in toilet

2-night minimum stay. Please no dripping wet suits in man cave by pool table as it will damage the flooring.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4776364
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
Note from host: Break house rules result in loss security deposit
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
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Golden Eagle, IL

What's nearby

  • Fast Lane Classic Cars - 29 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Historic Main Street - 32 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Lindenwood University - 34 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Ameristar Casino St. Charles - 37 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - 37 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wittmond's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sundowners Restaurant - Cabana Bar & Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Meppen Tavern - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Point Pleasant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Old Point Pub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL.. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL.. on 26 July 2026 start from AU$242, 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 Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL..?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL.. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Mississippi River, Pere Marquette State Park and Grafton Winery & Brewhaus. Raging Rivers Waterpark and Kokomo Joe's Family Fun Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 371 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 371 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thank you for your review. Susan & Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Barn was fabulous! Clean & the best stocked place we’ve ever stayed! The views were beautiful! Quite the whole stay! We enjoyed the hot tub & the billiards table! Grilling was even fun with the views! Definitely will recommend to family & friends & thx for the banana bread & chips
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect yet again at the Barn!! Thank you Susan and Mike, you guys are the best hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I just wanted a little get away and the barn was PERFECT!! Susan was an awesome host, she messaged me and said we could arrive early AND made us a little treat for breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review. We glad you enjoyed your stay . Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect quiet retreat for my husband and I. The property was set perfectly in the rolling hills. It was so tranquil and fully recharged our batteries!!! The hot tub was perfect for after a little grill out. The home was so cute too and even was left a little loaf of banana bread!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Dawn, thank you so much for your review. We are Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the barn! Clean, cozy, and peaceful, it was exactly what we were looking for in a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your review Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great place to get away from the busyness of the world. It was very comfortable, scenic, and peaceful. The host/hostess were very quick and clear communicators. The accommodations and amenities ranked high!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank for your review, we are glad you enjoyed our home & the area. Sincerely, Susan & Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always when we stay at the Barn we loved it. Already booked our next stay and cant wait!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your review! & future booking!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Enjoyed the hot tub and pool table quite a bit. Very relaxing get away for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your review . We are so glad you enjoyed the anenities. Susan & Michael
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! The hosts were great communicators and everything went perfectly smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay . Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Beautiful and very quiet. Enjoyed our stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Steve thank you so much for your review we look forward to your return trip. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house had one of the best appointed kitchens I’ve seen in a rental. The house is also great to just chill. One day we just stayed on site, hot tubbing and eating in. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you so much for the great review! Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the third time we have stayed here. The property and surrounding area is beautiful.The house itself is a pleasure, everything you could want and need. I could not imagine have better hosts, we intend to continue returning every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
William , Thank you so much for your review it means everything to us. We want our guests to enjoy their stay & feel special with no stress. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at the Barn for us. I highly recommend the Barn! Great hosts, very clean and comfortable and the rolling hills is such a view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you so much ! You two are great guests . We look foreard To your next stay. Susan & Michael
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd time staying at the Red Barn. We love the remote location that is still very easy to get to from St. Charles County. Always a nice relaxing weekend with plenty to do from the pool table, to the fire pit or the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. I hope to see you again. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay!! I would recommend for everyone. Beautiful scenery and a beautiful home. So much to do around as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful and comfortable, with numerous amenities. It sits on a huge property with plenty of solitude (only 2 neighbors within sight and cows can be heard mooing in the distance.) It's not far from the free ferry over to Grafton, Pere Marquette and the Great River road, or the fee-ferry over to St. Charles (and their historic landing there with quaint shops). It was really the perfect place to get away for a couple of nights. It was a bit windy while we were there, which had us spending more time in the game room one night than outside, which was fine. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It is greatly appreciated. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The host had many added personal touches like a hand written welcome note and banana bread waiting for us upon arrival. Host also messaged the day of arrival telling us the place was ready for us and we could check in early if we’d like (without us even asking for an early check in). It was so nice to be able to take advantage of the early check in! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Marcy, thank you so much for the beautiful review. We really appreciate it. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. We want everybody to feel like they’re the first person that’s been in the BARN. Thank you , Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean and very well supplied with everything you could need. Loved spending the time in the hot tub, playing pool and darts. Great location if going to Grafton or Alton. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Kelly. Thank you so much for your review it is greatly appreciated. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to your return trip. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing weekend with friends. Everything we needed was at the barn.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a gorgeous house, it was a fantastic experience. The view was absolutely breathtaking, and the place was so beautifully decorated. It felt very remote and private. We really enjoyed the deck and hot tub. There were many things to do and enjoy. Thank you to the wonderful hosts and we can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Elaine, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It is greatly appreciated. We are so glad you see all the beauty in the surrounding area as did we when we were driving through the area years ago. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

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

Great stay

Fun stay, beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
Nick, Thank you for your review it is greatly appreciated. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

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

Great VRBO

We have stayed multiple times and we love the Barn and the hosts are super nice and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2025
Jeremy thank you for your review it is greatly appreciated. Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Spring Trip

The property is wonderful. Very clean and exceptionally cozy. Fun experience to take the ferry. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Amy , thank you for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed your time there.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

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

Another great stay!

Another great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your review!❤️

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Sue

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My passion is gardening, cooking, boating, hiking, golfing and all things outside.

Why they chose this property

We came upon this property one day as we were driving from Springfield, Il. It was so beautiful with the rolling hills, peach and apple orchards and views of Pere Marquette state park in the far distance. It reminded us of Tuscany, Italy. We fell in love with the area immediately. We found a 24 acre peach orchard, and decided to build the Barn (as we call it) . It was to be temporary living till we built an Inn on the top of the hill. As we started to build the barn it got more and more elaborate with granite counters, pine ceilings, custom cabinets and Italian stone patio. We lived there for 10 years and loved every minute. As life changes so did our plans. We kept the home for others to enjoy and experience all the beauty. There is a great marina in Grafton, Il. , with boat & jet ski rentals. Plenty of nice restaurants and wineries. Zipline and state park just a ferry ride away.

What makes this property unique

The Views are spectacular! The river is 2 blocks down the road. Peach season is in July till Early September ! Best peaches in Calhoun County!!

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