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Riverview Retreat

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Snow and ski sports
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Chillicothe, IL
  • Place, Shoppes at Grand Prairie
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Peoria Civic Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main floor

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd floor

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Riverview Retreat

My husband and I have a wonderful artistically refurbished house on the river with a wrap around deck & open floor plan. The master has its own deck on the water. Private access to water for fishing.. We have 2 kayaks available.There are yard games to use in the fully fenced yard. Great hiking close. There is a fire pit on the main deck and wood solo stove below. Wood is provided. Great restaurants and shopping in Peoria Heights. Everything you need for a great stay. Enjoy a glass of wine on the main deck in the evening or a cup of coffee on the upper deck to watch the sunrise over the water in the morning. Your request to book MUST include a message with information, especially if you have no reviews. MUST provide full name and address AND full names of all guests. This a a county requirement for a permit. Where are you coming from? Purpose of visit, vacation or visiting friends, relatives. Have you used VRBO before? If there is no message your request will be denied. Please read the house rules and confirm you have read when you message.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yard is fully fenced. 2 ring doorbells.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved dogs allowed. Must be crated if alone
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Absolutely no smoking or vaping anywhere on the property . Quiet hours MUST be adhered to.
All furniture or items put back in original place. All pet waste must be removed if you bring a pet. Pets must be crated if at the house alone and not allowed on furniture. Fees charged 4 stains.
All remotes accounted for and on appropriate tables. Garage door openers on desk. Kayaks in place upside down with oars. Grill cover on. Lights out. Fans off. Outdoor lights off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs must be crated if left alone at property. Not allowed on furniture. Must pick up pet waste. Not left unsupervised.
No smoking anywhere on property. NO ONE on property except registered guests. Quiet time 10PM - 8AM. Must provide names of guests. No 3rd pty booking
2 ring doorbells. Tampering with security equipment will result in immediate cancellation with no refund. Must leave property. No 3rd pty booking

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Rome

Located in Rome, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wheels O' Time Museum and Peoria Riverfront Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Knoxville Crossing and Prairie Lake Crossing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Peoria Civic Center or Carver Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Chillicothe, IL

What's nearby

  • Shoppes at Grand Prairie - 13 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Northwoods Mall - 16 min drive - 23.0 km
  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - 19 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Bradley University - 19 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Peoria Civic Center - 20 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caterpillar AC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sheets Creek Saloon - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grecian Gardens - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverview Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Riverview Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverview Retreat ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverview Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wellie Jackson Park and Nellie Jackson Park. Walnut Dog Park and Robert Rutherford Wildlife Sanctuary are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful! We loved staying here! The only suggestion for improvement would be adding blackout curtains in the downstairs bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the peace and solitude of just sitting in the deck and watching the river flow by…
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters in Law retreat. Beautiful comfortable and unique home to relax and enjoy the beautiful sunrises each morning. Kitchen was well stocked. Beds were comfy. Kim was available when we needed her. You have lots of choices for outdoor fun. We would rent again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures cant fully show the design and beauty of this property! Kim is an awesome person to deal with and would definitely recommend her to anyone. Very peaceful area to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the river. Not too far from the city and was a perfect fit for my families needs. The living spaces are very comfortable and the outside areas were the same.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Date night!

Loved the porch area and the little beach area! Hot tub was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

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

Nice retreat

Enjoyed family time with our daughter who is doing an internship this summer. Lovely place to relax and catch up.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris m.

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

Relaxing Retreat

This place has everything you need for a weekend away. Solo Stove, plates, bowls, Alexa, 150 places to sit, air fryer, 3 coffee makers. They thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann K.

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

great riverside stay

very nice house -- great riverside/lake view and so relaxing; comfortable; well-furnished; hot tub was the best of any place we've stayed; great decorations. my little australian terrier enjoyed her stay too. there is a dog park close by, so she got to play with other dogs. thanks kim and david for a great place, and your help with the door lock (one of these days i will learn all the secret places on my phone).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Christmas Holiday w Family

Great safe yard space for our dog- wonderful spacious bedrooms with great bedding- slept so well at night. Loved the coffee station to get us going in the morning and the living room overlooking the River was a great place for us to gather before our family holiday events. Nicely located between Chillicothe and Peoria. Would love to see it in the summer with all the trees in bloom! Love the outdoor porches and balconies outside!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Outside The Box

We have gone on a girl's trip for 25 years. When I first saw this lake house, I thought, "this isn't us". But I kept going back to it for some reason. The moment we stepped in the door, we knew. It was amazing! The decor made me feel like I was inside a Pier One Import's store. From room to room, all the touches to this house are beautifully placed. The area is quiet, close to anything you might need. Castaways up the road is a fantastic place to eat! We stepped outside the box this year, and you didn't disappoint Kim! The Riverview Retreat was just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Too Short

The propery had so many amenities, we didnt have the time to enjoy them all. It was clear that the homeowner is very thoughtful of her guests. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the view, outdoor decks and the fenced yard was perfect for our pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely will be trying to stay here again in the future. Totally worth every dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and property. Owners are very nice and accessible , if needed. Would book this again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, relaxing stay! The accommodations were great and the view amazing!! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHENELL S.

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

Girls night get together

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice and we enjoyed all of the different furnishings and art. One of the ladies wanted to go kayaking so this was perfect. We also enjoyed the hot tub. The home was well equipped and had everything we needed. Owner was very responsive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

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

Wonderful weekend with family.

We had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronette B.

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

Family trip

This property is my absolute favorite of any I have rented to date. Everywhere you look is a detail that is so unique, and there a lot of them!! Everthing was clean and ready for us. I cannot wait to take a girls trip and go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great stay!

Very cozy and cute! I really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Pre Thanksgiving get together

We celebrated with our 100 year old Mom, our 2024 pre Thanksgiving dinner. Doing our stay we also had Molly’s pizza, dinner at Sweetwater restaurant and visited Tanners Orchard We sat in the sun on the deck and watch the sunset, did some fishing, used the hot tub and went for walks. Our stay in a very uniquely decorated house was excellent. Kim, our hostess was always connected to making sure we were comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle v.

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

Amazing Sunrise Views!!

Will absolutely recommend and rent again! Excellent location, views are fantanstic! Excellent communication with owner (they were right across the street continuing their tiny home build...Soo cool) We could not get enough of the back decks! The wind will pick up so make sure u have a jacket :) The decor in this house was amazing. You will see something new each tike you enter a a room Weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

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

Little place in paradise

This place was exceptional! Very clean and Kim and David went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Perfect Getaway

We were looking for a quick end-of-summer getaway for our family and the Riverview Retreat did not disappoint. There was plenty of room for our family of 5 and our dog loved the fenced-in yard. The HyVee with Tesla Superchargers was a quick 20-minute drive and made it easy to charge up the car while picking up essentials. We found plenty of quick trips to local museums and gardens, plus lots of options for dining out. We took the kayaks out on the water which was relatively calm even with recent storms and the lake area was only 5 feet deep as far as we went out so easy for the kids. We also appreciated the completely reasonable cleanup requests from the host -- no need to repaint the house and cook dinner for the next guest here lol. We would definitely return in the future if the opportunity comes up, especially since we didn't get a chance to try the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

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

Great stay in an eclectic beauty

Loved the house and the river views! Wanted for nothing…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kim Bryan Russell

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We are Kim and David Russell. We are parents to many and grandparents to many. We also have our 4 doodles who allow us to live with them. We work hard and love to travel. I love hosting and will only provide a space that I would enjoyed I were traveling. I work hard to make sure you have the cleanest and most relaxing environment as well as fun items to enjoy….bikes, kayaks, yard games. Please come and enjoy this unique creative space we worked so hard on.

Why they chose this property

I’ve owned the house since 1995 with my first husband. He passed in 2015. The property needed a lot of help. I tend to be artistically inclined and drawn to the eclectic things you can do to bring old to new again. My current husband is a work horse and up for anything so if I had a vision of what I wanted he worked with me. I also have great artistic friends. The house became what I knew it could be and hopefully you will enjoy it. Come and relax, sit on the decks by the water, use the kayaks and bicycles provided. Yard games also and the yard is fully fenced. I am pet friendly for the well behaved pups. I July ask that waste be picked up and they not be left alone uncrated if you leave the house. I’ve provided a crate.

What makes this property unique

Kayaks, bicycles, yard games, pet friendly, private access to water with a creative, relaxing environment
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