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

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A red barn with a black roof, a deck, and a hot tub.
A rural landscape with a white fence, a body of water, and trees.
A cozy living room with a dining area, wooden ceiling, and a kitchen in the background.
A cozy loft-style living space with a kitchen, a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a glass coffee table.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Golden Eagle, IL
  • Place, Pere Marquette State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Fast Lane Classic Cars
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Main Street
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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

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About the area

Map
Golden Eagle, IL

What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette State Park - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Fast Lane Classic Cars - 29 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Historic Main Street - 32 min drive - 28.6 km
  • St Charles Convention Center - 35 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Ameristar Casino St. Charles - 37 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wittmond's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Meppen Tavern - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kinder's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Point Pleasant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mary Michelle Winery - ‬30 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 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape the city to quiet and picturesque Golden Eagle, IL.. on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$928, 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. 383 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 384 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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great weekend at the Barn. Thank you Susan and Mike!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2026
Glad you had a good stay. Thank you for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found out about the barn from friends of ours who had stayed here and had described it as the perfect weekend getaway for a couple to relax. It was exactly as described in the descriptions and by our friends. It has everything you need and nothing you don’t. Everything is within reach, the nights are exceptionally quiet, and the hot tub is fantastic.With all of that said, I will say the hosts stand out above everything else. Every time I reached out, they responded within moments, they were exceptionally accommodating, and they even left some homemade bread for us in the freezer. It felt like we were going to a family member’s home.I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been the fourth year that my wife & I have stayed at this property. If you like to have a private, comfortable place to wind down after a long day of vacationing this fits the bill. If you want to spend some quality time with your partner, this also a great for that. We definitely want to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your review. So glad you enjoyed your time there. Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at The Barn!! Susan and Mike are the best hosts anyone could ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your review. We are glad you love our place . Susan & Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a beautiful weekend at the Barn. We enjoyed every moment of our stay. Communication was excellent from the beginning to the end. Susan sent several documents that explained everything and made the planning, check-in, check-out and expectations very clear. There was homemade banana bread waiting when we arrived and it was excellent. The Barn was very clean and well-stocked. The area is beautiful. Close distance to everything we wanted to enjoy. The home and outdoor space is very peaceful and relaxing. We cannot wait to return! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
Thank you for the lovely review it is greatly appreciated. So glad you enjoyed our home away from home . Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a peaceful stay at the barn. We were welcomed with a variety of snacks and a handwritten note, which was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit. There were numerous birds and dragonflies and very few bugs. We saw deer and a rabbit during our stay. We took the Golden Eagle Ferry to St, Charles, MO where we visited the Lewis & Clark Boat House & Museum. We had a nice lunch at Big A’s on Main St. We also enjoyed the soda museum & arcade. Susan was a delightful host and her home was filled with many extras (spices, condiments, extra towels, puzzles, games, etc) that made our stay all the more pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for your Review . We are glad you enjoyed your stay & found a lot of fun things to do In the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a magnificent barn in the middle of beautiful land. We had so much fun relaxing with friends while visiting Grafton and St. Charles, MO. We had never ridden in a Ferry but we did it multiple times. Susan was such a gracious host and left us amazing banana bread. What a beautiful home. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your time there & the surrounding area‘s . There really is alot of things to do .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at The Barn and it was as nice as the first time. When we went upstairs we found a note Susan left for us along with homemade banana bread (truly delicious) and other snacks. The Barn is very comfortable, whether cooking a meal in the fully furnished kitchen, relaxing with a book on a comfortable chair, or playing a game in the Man Cave. As for the outside, the views are awesome from the deck or patio, with plenty of wildlife to see. One of our favorites is the hot tub, in the mornings we watched the sunrises, and after dark you can see a sky full of stars. The Barn is close to many attractions, and the Brussels ferry (no charge) gets you over to Grafton for all the attractions they have. We took the Skytour up to Aeries Winery for lunch, then rode their Alpine Coaster before taking the Skytour back down. Susan and Mike are great hosts and have a hidden gem for anyone looking for a wonderful home to get away from the busy life and have a chance to relax. Thank you for everything, we're looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 18 Oct 2026
Thank You so much for your wonderful review . And thank you for taking such good care home . It means alot to us . Best wishes. Susan & Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the most serene, relaxing vacation home we’ve been to. Pictures don’t do it justice. Red & White store…excellent meat! Stop at the small farm stores for the juiciest peaches and fresh corn! Hop the free ferry to Grafton for dinner and cocktails on the water. Explore the whole area. We took soooooo many pictures. Excellent choice when wanting to disconnect for a weekend. Thank you both for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you so much we are glad you enjoyed the are & local markets. Peaches are her through August depending on weather then apples . Pumpkins etc. Hagen's is one of my favorites
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a dream!!! So quiet all you can hear is the birds. Deer walking in the back yard the whole time, it's so surreal. Extremely clean and kept up on. Susan makes the best Banana Bread, she left us some in the freezer. The hot tub was the cleanest I've ever seen one before. We enjoyed spending time in that the whole trip. Extremely close to the Mississippi River and ferries. Everyone around here seems nice and peaceful just like explained in the reservation.All around if you want something peaceful, clean, relaxing and affordable, get this place. We will definitely be back on the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Christiopher, thank you for Your review It is greatly appreciated . We are so please you enjoyed your stay . Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
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