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Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, string lights, and a view of a body of water at night.
A rustic room with two beds, a chalkboard with writings, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There is a chalkboard with drawings and text on the wall.
A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden walls, and string lights.
A two-story house with a balcony, a dock, and a lake view.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Pere Marquette State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Grafton, IL
  • Place, Pere Marquette State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grafton Winery & Brewhaus
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grafton SkyTour
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Kids Zone outbuilding

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

2 Single Beds

“Captain's Quarters” -master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

“Drifters Nest” - upper level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

“Oh the Places You'll Go” -upper level bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Main level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

upper level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Grafton

Located in Grafton, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Grafton Winery & Brewhaus and Grafton SkyTour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Pere Marquette State Park. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Grafton, IL

What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grafton Winery & Brewhaus - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grafton SkyTour - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grafton Ice Cream Company - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grafton Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 28 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loading Dock - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Oyster Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Southern Coastal Cuisine - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Winery at Aerie's Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Winery, The Vinyards - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grafton Getaway-Riverhouse....a waterfront property with bike trail in backyard located?

This family-friendly Grafton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pere Marquette State Park, Grafton Lighthouse and Grafton Winery & Brewhaus. Grafton Ice Cream Company and Grafton SkyTour are also within 2 miles (3 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. 83 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well stocked with everything you would need. The house was nicely decorated. The game room was a nice bonus. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it. Great place to stay. They have put a lot of thought into making it a fun and original experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very well thought out. The host made sure to stock everything you might need. The location was excellent, with wonderful views of the river. The host had placed some personal certificates in frames in the living room and seeing his accomplishments was truly impressive. The cabin was clean, big enough for our group, and SO MUCH FUN!.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a unique and awesome place to stay. The Riverhouse was designed with guests in mind. We traveled with another family (4 adults and 4 kids under 10), and we had plenty of space and everything we could have needed and then some. The kids had so much space to play and loads of games. We all enjoyed spending time on the deck and watching the barges go by. It was great having bicycles available so we could check out the path. Unique place in a beautiful area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great property! Within walking distance to lots of restaurants and pubs and within a couple miles of the gorgeous Pier Marquette State Park. We rode the ferry, took the tram to the top for the best views, rode the mountain roller coaster, and were lucky enough to join in on the local sip and stroll. At the property we enjoyed the fire pits, sat on the deck and watched the river action, and had lots of choices for sleeping arrangements. The kitchen is well-stocked with a beautiful view of the river & the walking/riding path with supplied bikes was an enjoyable bonus. Our host Brandon was an excellent communicator and very responsive to our needs.Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family and friends stay! The property has ample space and onsite activities for all age groups. There are an abundance restaurants and attractions close by. The kitchen is large enough to make a family meal or a quick snack. The view from the back deck is amazing! Great communication from the property owner. You wont regret staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brandon is great to work with! The Riverhouse is unique and a very fun place to stay. Wish we had more time to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house right on the river. exceptionally clean and has everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner is very generous in this well stocked & fantastic rental
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay with 10 girlfriends celebrating birthdays. The location is awesome and the house is so nice! Plenty of room inside. The patio was so nice to watch the boats go by!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and house was perfect for our boys. They loved the game room and being able to walk to the river to fish. The host was very kind and had the house equipped with everything you need for a few days away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location on the River

We enjoyed our stay immensely! Wildlife photo opportunities abound right in the backyard!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grafton house

Fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brandon was an amazing host! He was very quick to respond, stayed in close contact and was very open/honest about anything he could think of that would be less than high standard at the time. Items were missing from prior guests, so he placed an order and had it delivered in case we needed any of the items. The house was a great size for 8 adult ladies. The game room is the coolest! We enjoyed the bikes, back deck, campfire area. We utilized everything in the kitchen/bathrooms with no issues. The bar/grill next door was closed during our visit but if open probably would have been noisy at night, so may not be the ideal place for people who want to go to bed early. But we absolutely enjoyed it, perfect back deck to watch barges, drink coffee and snag good sunrise and sunset photos!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grafton Stay

Traveling through with 8 people , this property was beautiful and accommodated our needs. Close to restaurants & bars. Nice outdoor area with river view. We enjoyed our stay and will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelorette trip!

Had a great weekend celebrating a bride to be. The place was so nice and accommodating for everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Really enjoyed our stay and all the amenities. This house does not disappoint and has a great variety of outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

This location was perfect for our vacation with our two dogs. The path behind the house was great for morning walks. The property had all the amenities you could ask for. The view from the deck was great and we could watch the boats on the river. We had rainy weather one afternoon and enjoyed the game room. We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

My family and I had a great time celebrating my birthday and Christmas at the Riverhouse. Lots of fun stuff to do and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful stay at the Grafton River House over Thanksgiving. Brandon reached out to me early and helped me to plan for cooking a feast at the house, ensuring the equipment onsite was what I needed. And it was! We prepared an entire Thanksgiving meal, and several dinners, lunches and breakfasts over the course of our stay. Because it was so cold outside, the family spent most our time playing games downstairs and watching plenty of football on the home's modern TVs. We really enjoyed our time together, and are grateful for the accomodations, as we had family come in from three different states. Thanks to Brandon for the wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our extended family group with young children. Awesome play room for kids and adults. It also worked well for us as we had a couple of sensitive sleepers needing quiet. Walkable to restaurants and activities while still providing privacy and great views. There is an extra building with beds which we didn’t need and plenty of room for a campfire and outdoor games.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient and unique!

A convenient and unique place to stay in the Grafton, IL area. Our host, Brandon, was very responsive and friendly. We will stay there again if the opportunity arises!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grafton River House

We enjoyed our two day get away at the Grafton River House. There were only two of us but the place is spacious enough to host a good size group. The scenery from the outside deck is very nice and there are a lot of activities to choose from on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grafton trip

The property sits right near the Mississippi River/Illinois River confluence. There is a nice, paved walking/biking trail right behind the house. From the very large deck, we had a pretty view at all times. The are restaurants all along the streets of Grafton. Our host was most accommodating and responsive to our questions and feedback. We had a fun stay.. .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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