Bixler's Boathouse

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A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a ladder.
A garden with a fire pit, seating area, and wooden pergola.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a wall clock, and a window with curtains.
A two-story building with a balcony, a front door, and a small porch area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carlyle Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Keyesport, IL
  • Place, Carlyle Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Greenville Country Club
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, McKendree University
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Keyesport

Keyesport is home to this holiday home. McGath's Lake Trail and Governors Run Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Patriot's Park and Carlyle Lake.
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Map
Keyesport, IL

What's nearby

  • Carlyle Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Greenville Country Club - 28 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Korte Recreation Center - 39 min drive - 53.7 km
  • McKendree University - 52 min drive - 78.2 km
  • Raccoon Lake Park - 58 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Centralia Station - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪R&B’s Glamper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Team J Square - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪bob's little acre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Light Bay - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coates Fur Buyer - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bixler's Boathouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bixler's Boathouse?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bixler's Boathouse on 4 March 2027 start from NZ$2,505, 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 Bixler's Boathouse?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bixler's Boathouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bixler's Boathouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bixler's Boathouse located?

Situated in Keyesport, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Carlyle Lake and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from McGath's Lake Trail. Governors Run Golf Course and West Access Marina 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. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice newly remodeled house, with ample room for 8-10, stocked with all the amenities needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time here, great place, very clean, spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole family, ages 1-68 loved the place and our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The house was great and so was the host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot!

Group of friends and a few kids stayed here on a trip to the area. House is huge, clean, and just a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay as always

Great time in a great house with a great host.... .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great property- walking distance to the boat docks on Carlyle Lake and one block from the Keys restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home and Kim is wonderful. She communicates effectively. The house worked perfectly for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location! Host was very responsive and the cookies on arrival were a wonderful surprise!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thanks so much for a great review. We appreciate it, and appreciate fabulous guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Keyesport

Great property! Glad we picked this one. We’ll stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Week

Nice place for our family to gather! Well appointed kitchen & baths!! Would like to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July get away

Very comfortable and clean home. Very well stocked and comfortable beds. Beach is about a 15 minute walk or short drive. Lake and beach nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay and thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Stay

The house was great. The most amenities I have ever seen included with the house. The fresh cookies were the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

This is the only VRBO I’ve used where the property is better in real life than the pictures online. Great place, highly recommend. Thanks for the cookies!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always the GREATEST

The convenience of staying here so close to the marina, restaurants/bar/beach... makes such an enjoyable stay. The property can't be beat... always so clean and the amenities are superb. Our third time staying here and won't be our last. Our home away from home. Kim is so easy to work with and makes us want to be sure and care for her home as much as we do our own. Just scheduled for 3 more stays for next year!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated. The pictures and descriptions online were accurate. We had 10 men (snow goose hunters), so having three showers was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
As advertised - clean - well supplied - and enjoyable time for us. The difficulty we experienced was with the vrbo app - simply refusing to accept our password - or the new one they approved once changed - ....etc. The house and stay was much appreciated. The app and password tussle with vrbo was unresolved and frustrating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake weekend

Our group (6 adults and 2 kids) stayed for three days visiting our family who have a camper/boat on the lake. The location was walking distance from the marina! The house is stocked with all the kitchen and bathroom items you may have forgotten. We loved being able to cook a big meal each night in the full kitchen/dining room and then sit around the fire pit. Very clean and comfortable! Kim was very kind and attentive for any potential needs. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Beautiful Property

This was an amazing experience! This house is beautiful, clean, and well stocked with everything you need for your stay. Pictures of property are even better in person. I just can’t say enough about this property. When you open the door it’s breathtaking. Communication with owner outstanding and we were welcomed by the most delicious cookies. Visitors to this property should have great respect for it and its owners. The attention to detail is incredible! Definitely would stay here again and would recommend to all family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family weekend!!

The house is beautiful!! Near the beach and boat ramps. Dollar General in town and a Wal-Mart avout 10 minutes away if needed. Just a block from gas station and restaurants. Definitely recommend. Do be aware that it is an older house and the staircase is narrow and steep for individuals that difficulty with stairs. There is a ground floor full bathroom and bedroom with 2 beds. Will definitely be looking to book again when returning to the area!!! 5 Stars all around!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited the house over Christmas for a family reunion. We had 8 adults, one elderly. The house itself is older but has been completely remodeled with top of the line appliances even though we couldn't get the stove to work. Beds are comfortable and entire house is tastefully decorated and welcoming. Basic necessities are provided in abundance and were appreciated. Being an older house, the stairs leading upstairs are pretty steep, senior guests may have issues. Partial view of the lake, beach access is not within walking distance but not far. Keyesport was pretty quiet since it was off season. A couple of minor repairs were needed and not completed but otherwise it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Meet

The property is beautiful and WELL stocked. Plenty of dishes and cooking items. Bedrooms were plentiful and nicely appointed. No complaints but a caution: if you have people in your party who have mobility issues, be aware that most of the bedrooms are up stairs that are not standard tread (steep and narrow) but there is a handrail inside. The outside entrance porches are nice and wide but they have no railings. Otherwise everything was fantastic and I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday getaway for our entire family! We are going to book again next summer Thanks, Kim!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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