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Private Bluff Top Cottage above the Mississippi River

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Exterior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Godfrey, IL
  • Argosy Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Raging Rivers Waterpark
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Pere Marquette State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Godfrey

With a stay at this vacation home in Godfrey, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Mississippi River and Piasa Island. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mississippi Sanctuary-Olin Reserve and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from John M Olin Nature Preserve.
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What's nearby

  • Argosy Casino - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Fast Eddie's Bon Air - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Raging Rivers Waterpark - 25 min drive - 18.7 km
  • The Winery at Aerie's Resort - 30 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Pere Marquette State Park - 31 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 18 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bakers & Hale - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shivers Frozen Custard - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Bluff Top Cottage above the Mississippi River

This charming, newly remodeled cottage is conveniently located between Grafton and Alton, IL on top of the bluff, high above the Mississippi River and the Great River Road. This 2 bedroom cottage is in a private, woodland setting perfect for your bird and wildlife viewing. We have seen many eagles, turkey and deer.

Although there is no internet at the cottage there is a river viewing area with internet close by. Cell phone service is good. Also, for those that would like to stay longer, there is a 10% discount for weekly and 15% for monthly stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Pam Barker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only. Please use ashtray.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Private Bluff Top Cottage Above the Mississippi River Godfrey
Private Bluff Top Cottage Above the Mississippi River Godfrey

Private Bluff Top Cottage above the Mississippi River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stacy m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous all around!

It was so quiet and serene. The place was very clean so cozy comfy. I definitely will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin is such a neat property. We loved staying here. An older property but with modern updates to make the stay feel like home. The A/C works really well downstairs and in 1 bedroom but the other one stays pretty warm, definitely not a deal breaker but just something to know. We loved the “unplugged” style; only 1 tv in the living area with dvds to watch and no WiFi (the phone service is good). We saw 3 eagles, 1 doe, 2 fawns, several turkeys, opossums, and bunnies. Easy access to Godfrey, Alton, Grafton and St Louis. We stayed here with our 2 littles (youngest in a playpen in the dining room) and it was perfect for us. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks Pam! We really enjoyed your old house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Second time staying here, it’s been excellent both times!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in July

Great property, good communication with host, very clean. The 2nd bedroom, smaller one, did not have AC (or at least we couldn't figure out how to turn it on). Was very hot at night. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We needed a place to stay on the road to New York City. This was perfect for us. Lots of trees and quiet. We enjoyed an evening in the quiet nature and slept well. The driving directions given by the host made finding the property easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Over night stay

Our stay was quick, but very enjoyable. The house was very clean and comfortable. The property was quiet with an abundance of wildlife. My family loved the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place! Great Time!

Everything was awesome, quiet, and peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not close to river

House was nice but no way to access river like posting leads you to believe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F., Concord, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet

Loved the house and our host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place is quite and immaculate. I was able to navigate the stairs to the cottage but the stairs to the bedrooms were rougher than I expected so I ended up sleeping downs stairs which was fine. We saw lots of wildlife and enjoyed the rainy lazy day. A little disappointed that the bench pictured over the river was not as secluded as I thought it was. It is beautiful but close to another cottage/cabin. Over all very relaxing stay in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bike week

Hill going up to property was steep
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alberta M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin

The cabin was quiet and we saw several animals and birds. Nice getaway. I am sure I missed about all the stairs to get to the cabin and for the sleeping quarters. It would be a plus to add a hide away bed for sleeping downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic and comfortable.

It was comfortable. The stirs to the bedroom were tricky because I have two artificial knees, but the beds were comfortable and the rooms were a nice size. We enjoyed the grill and the beautiful setting. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D&D Dirt Fishers

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute MUST

This property and its Hosts were very accmidating, friendly and gave us a lot of information about the history and surrounding area of the property. Absolutely recommended especially if your looking for a place that feels like "hone". Plenty to do or not do from exploring the historic towns and parks near by to just sitting on the porch and watching the wildlife stroll or fly by.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

This place was cozy and AMAZING. Set by itself in a nice wooded area. We shall definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness
I will definitely stay here again when back in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother and Daughter getaway

We really enjoyed the cabin. It was exactly what we needed. Super cute and perfectly secluded back in the woods. The short walk down to the cabin from where you park isnt for anyone with any handicap. The stairs going up to the bedroom were angled and not to my liking (as im getting older). Would have liked curtains for privacy! Otger than that, it was perfect!!yhanitit.thintwecarefor,about this cabin. Thank yo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lori b., Springfield, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

girls getaway

fun getawaycomfortable, quaint. private and oerfect!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

My family and I had a great stay at this beautiful retreat in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Dayton Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and clean

We loved the peace and quiet. The beds were very comfortable. In the picture you see the steps down to the house and in the directions it mentions the stairs. This plump, arthritic granny did not note those two things. Still I would be happy to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick getaway

The property is beautiful. We decided to sleep downstairs with access to bathroom without going down steps. There is no BR upstairs. But they have multiple recliners and a cozy sofa so we were comfy. Very private and quiet. Great place to reset.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

MS River View

Really enjoyed the privacy, country type setting and view of Mississippi. Lots of history in this area and did a lot of touring each day. It was a perfect spot to return to for relaxation.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day weekend getaway

Loved the house and area. Very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grafton is a Beautiful area

We had never been to this area before and were pleasantly surprised on how beautiful it is. The cabin was nice and very simple. Could use better stairs for the walkway down to the cabin, it was easier to walk in the grass. The stairs to the upstairs where the bedrooms are, very tricky. They are steep with a curve at the bottom, which made nighttime trips to the bathroom difficult. There is a picture on VRBO that shows a bench looking out over the rivers “a beautiful view” this is not at the Cabin. I assumed it was from the pictures listed of the cabin. This is a walk down the road. I don’t think the bench would hold much weight or 2 people. That whole area was not very pleasant or inviting. We woke to a warm refrigerator, but that was replaced with a new one that day. We enjoyed our stay but it would have been a problem getting anyone up to the bedrooms or down the stairs into the cabin if they had any kind of a handicap.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024