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Guest House 632 Summit Street

Holiday home in Alton with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds
TV, fireplace
Beautiful Christian Hill district of historic Alton, Illinois is home to this 2-story house on the bluffs. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Mississippi River from either a cozy bedroom or while relaxing on the deck. This charming abode features a fully equipped kitchen and gas fireplace in its living room for warmth and comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Guest House 632 Summit Street

Beautiful 2-story house located on the bluffs in the Christian Hill district of historic Alton, Illinois. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Mississippi River from the bedrooms and the deck. This home will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen, gas fireplace in the living room, and a fenced in backyard with a fire pit and grill. Easy parking on a very quiet street with very little traffic. Adjacent to Riverview Park.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,901 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Note from host: There is one flight of steps

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
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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About the area

Map
Alton, IL

What's nearby

  • Alton Prison - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Argosy Casino - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Historic Museum of Torture Devices - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fast Eddie's Bon Air - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 12 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluff City Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Danny's Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mac's Downtown - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Post Commons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bubby And Sissy's - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest House 632 Summit Street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Guest House 632 Summit Street?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest House 632 Summit Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest House 632 Summit Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest House 632 Summit Street located?

Situated in Alton, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Riverview Park and Piasa Park. Hayner Public Library and Alton Prison are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Guest House 632 Summit Street Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davis B.

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

Excellent small home with great river view

Very pleasant small home on the Mississippi bluffs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., Pekin, IL

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

Very pleasant stay!

My family and I stayed for the weekend. The house included everything you could need. It is located in a very relaxing neighborhood. We definitely plan on staying again if we are ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ralph f.

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

Impeccable house overlooking river was all we expected and more. Will go back again- 5 Star *****

Everything we look for: Simple ,Easy & without a Hitch…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawna S.

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

Wonderful View

Wonderful place to stay with awesome view of the river. Host was super friendly, house was neat and tidy. I will book again when I'm in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Great House

This was a perfect girls weekend get away house. So quiet and clean. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Great house and host!

This property is located in a beautiful scenic neighborhood. It's close enough to the City Center but very quiet. The host answered my questions promptly and was very courteous. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

unique and charming restored historical cottage

We loved the location of this charming historical cottage with its proximity to the Riverview Park. Very charming renovation of a historical cottage with all the rooms updated to modern standards. We will definitely be returning on our next visit to Alton.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Awesome

The property was very clean owners live right next-door and they are the nicest people ever great great place to stay will definitely use it again. This was my second trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Love this place!

This is the second year of staying in this house for our Gateway MS150 bike ride. My mom and friends love this house. It's wonderfully furnished and very cozy with amazing views of the river off the upper balcony and lovely outdoor area for an evening cocktail. Also an easy walk to downtown Alton! Will be back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Turn of Century Charm

Everything needed was provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

FH tournament

Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

A Little Gem on the Mississippi River

The directions and information Lawrence gave was very helpful and we found the place easily. The house was even better than the pictures in the write up portray. The view from every window was of the river. The street is very quiet and peaceful and the views from the backyard always seemed to include a deer or two. The decor and furnishing are very tasteful and the house had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. I recommend highly!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Even lovelier than the photos suggested

We had a delightful stay at this property. Located about as close to the river as you can get, the house was luxurious but also quite cozy. The views from both bedrooms are superb, and the pillows were some of the best we've slept on in some time. One note of caution for any travelers with mobility issues: the step inside from the driveway is taller than usual (hey, it was built in 1900 or so) and there are a couple of stairs (not steep) between the downstairs living room and the kitchen. The hosts were fantastic, and we'd love to visit again one of these days.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Beautiful house and location

The house is beautiful and very clean. They provide all the amenities you could wish for. The view from the upstairs balcony is stunning. The backyard is has a grill and table and chairs to enjoy your night with family and friends or your morning coffee. My only suggestion to the owner would be if they could please add mini blinds in the living room. I slept on the sofa bed and felt a bit nervous that I could be seen at night. You will truly enjoy your stay you will not be disappointed .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Cozy and comfortable furniture with a great view!

We came to Illinois to visit family.Upon arrival the first thing that caught our attention were the historical houses in the neighborhood with a great view of the Mississippi River. Check in process was a breeze. The owner Larry was kind and generous. He was attentive as well. The house has a comfortable relaxing vibe. Bed linens were comfortable, well stocked kitchen and bathroom, plenty of games for a family. We took advantage of the fire pit out back which Larry was so kind to bring over everything we needed for that. He checked on us the first day bringing coffee and related items. Overall it was a wonderful stay and we’d booked again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Wonderful stay

We were in town for a wedding and this was a perfect place for our two teenagers to spread out. Very clean, and a good location with the little park across the street and it was walkable to the downtown area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here over a weekend so we could attend a wedding. Property was easy to find and enter, it was super clean and had everything we needed for our short stay. We really enjoyed morning coffee on the deck with the river view. Was a very nice stay and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for a couple of nights for a girls’ getaway, and this house was perfect! It is very nicely appointed, with many thoughtful touches. Lots of outdoor spaces to enjoy, and within walking distance of downtown and parks. And that river view! We had everything we needed. The host lives right next door, which was helpful, yet not invasive. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is lovely. Had everything we needed. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

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

Great weekend, beautiful views

We had a great weekend! The house had everything we needed and overlooked the Mississippi River!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Another Great Stay

Our 3rd time here. Our favorite. Larry is one cool dude.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

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

View activity on the Mississippi River

Staying here is a wonderful and unique experience in one of the oldest homes in Alton. There is a great view of the Mississippi River from many of the windows and the porch. There is a park within easy walking distance to see more river views from the bluffs. The house is very comfortable and has lots of beautiful spaces to relax in.
View from the upper porch.
Front of house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

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

What a great home, and the view!

Immaculate home in a charming neighborhood, and a beautiful view of the Mississippi River. We met the owners who live next door, wonderful people :-) We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is another return visit and once again enjoyed the cozy guest house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and love the river view. The owner is super gracious and helpful. I'm an Alton native and can say with authority, this is the best place to stay in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025