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Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton

Family-friendly holiday home in Grafton with a water park

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Smart TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong
Smart TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior
Nestled in the heart of Grafton, Homestead Retreat is a charming farmhouse that invites you to unwind and reconnect with nature. Experience the tranquility of this 80-acre property, complete with a private lake, pedal boat, and rec room. Gather around the bonfire pit or challenge family and friends to ping pong or foosball in the Homestead Hangout.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$378
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

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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.

Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton

Pet Friendly COME ON IN, MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME You'll find no other guest house in Grafton that will offer you this down-home peaceful country experience. You’ll stay in a private, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with a 1-acre lake, tucked away on 80 acres. This beautiful farm is ALL yours. A spring fed lake full of fish (catch and release ), pedal boat , rec room, 1/2 mile nature trail.
Bring the kids the family pet (addtl $25/pet) and enjoy all the amenities this guest house has to offer.
Just 2 miles from Grafton.

Maybe you just want to "Hangout" with your family and friends? Then you will enjoy our Homestead Hangout. You'll play ping pong, foosball or just relax on our comfy sofa and read a book. Forgot your book? That's ok we have several for you to choose from and take one home if you didn't get a chance to read the whole story. Make your way to Hedge Apple Point and take a photo with "The three sisters." Grab a flashlight and head out to Starry Nights to view the night sky, or put your wish into a bead and hang it on the Wishing Tree!

Bring the kids, the family pet and enjoy all the amenities this guest house has to offer:

Just two short miles from Grafton.
1/2 mile nature trail
Lake for fishing
Dock
Pedal boat
Horseshoes
Bon Fire pit
BBQ grill
Ping pong
Foosball
Huge covered porch
Fully equipped kitchen
Complimentary snacks
Smart TV
free fiber WiFii
DVD player & 100+ movies

Get outside and enjoy each other! We are always creating new experiences for our guests. Don't be surprised if you are surprised!
Just two miles away is Grafton with all the wineries, bars, shops, local bands and just an all-around good time.

The property may accommodate large parties, weddings, family reunions, etc. or room for an RV. Our standard nightly rate will not cover any parties/retreats beyond 12 guests. Please inquire to receive additional pricing.
I hope you find peace and Gods presence my family found at this special place.

Welcome Home,

Shirley and Patricia
Owner/Operator

A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY
In 1943 my parents purchased the 80-acre farm, farmhouse and barn for $2,800. In 1944 the current home was built on the site of the old homestead. The white barn is the original barn that was on the property when my parents purchased the farm which makes it about 100 years old.

At the time, America was using all of our resources to fight World War II, therefore building materials were hard to come by. All the lumber used to build the home in 1944 was used lumber bought from a lumber yard in Brighton Illinois.
There was no basement in the original farmhouse, so dad dug the basement with a scoop pulled by a team of mules and as the main support for the house my grandpa hand hewed the beam from a white oak timber found on the farm. This beam is still supporting the homestead to this day!

No electric, no gas, no running water!

It wasn’t until sometimes in the fifties did we have electric, until then we saw by kerosene lamps and mom cooked on a wood stove. There was no running water, but we had a cistern to catch rainwater which was then pumped into the house by a hand pump. You can still see the cistern around the back of the house.

Chicken, pigs and milk cows all lived on the farm.

In 1964 an addition was added onto the living room. In order the make way, the original steps (hand poured) needed to be moved. Daddy had an old John Deer tractor that he used to work the farm; it was all that tractor could do to move those old steps a few feet from the house where they remain today.

In 2003, with the help of my family, the Homestead Retreat was one of the first guest houses to open in Grafton. With a new front porch, the mud room converted into a sunroom, a fresh coat of paint and a few pillows we were ready to go. But mostly it's just like mom and dad left it. Yes, there is running water and indoor plumbing!!

Converting my childhood home into the Grafton Homestead Retreat has been, and still remains, a labor of love.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact us for pets over 20 lbs. Thanks

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Country Farmhouse on 80 Acres Just 2 Miles From Grafton

About the area

Map
Grafton, IL

What's nearby

  • Grafton Ice Cream Company - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Grafton Winery & Brewhaus - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • The Winery at Aerie's Resort - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Pere Marquette State Park - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Raging Rivers Waterpark - 15 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 30 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loading Dock - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beagle At The Junction - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aerie's Riverview Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Winery, The Vinyards - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$378.01, 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.

What time is check-in at Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton located?

This family-friendly Grafton holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Grafton SkyTour, Grafton Ice Cream Company and Grafton Lighthouse. Raging Rivers Waterpark and Mississippi River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have asked for a nicer place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

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

Nice relaxing weekend!

From start to finish this was one of the best trips we have taken for a quick weekend getaway to unwind! The property and accommodations were fantastic, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amos P.

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

Very nice and relaxing

Was a great and relaxing time. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Peaceful Place

We really enjoyed the serene land and quaint farmhouse . It’s the perfect spot to get away but still be close to Grafton and all the fun it has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

great place to stay

Awesome property to stay at, we didn't have time to explore around but there is a lot of fun stuff to do. We forgot a baby monitor camera and realized it when we were halfway home (3.5 hours) and Patricia mailed it to us the next day! 100% would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty P.

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

Grafton house

Great place for a family getaway love the game room addition
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Beautiful property

Perfect for a girls night or weekend. The property is beautiful and the house is clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason w.

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

Work trip

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

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

Diamond in the rough!

This lil place is so unique and peaceful. The owners go above and beyond with the extra stuff they do for their renters(not gonna ruin it by sayin on here what it is) Go there with the intentions of getting a little R&R you will not be disappointed❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Delightful! Felt like we were visiting home!

The cottage was quiet and beautiful while being charming! Patricia went above and beyond to welcome us yet we felt we had privacy. We look forward to returning! The game was a plus! And the photo ops were lovely! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

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

Fun!

A nice cozy house with plenty of entertainment. A good selection of games, movies, and books. Comfortable bed. Close to Grafton.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband had a mild stroke in April and is experiencing memory issues so I put together a surprise 75th Birthday party. Brothers, sisters, a nephew, kids and grandkids traveled from as far as California, North Carolina, Georgia, Kansas City and many from Michigan to celebrate and share memories.While the venue has room for 6 to overnight the place was perfect for our day time celebrations and evening cornhole competitions and stories by the fire. Peaceful atmosphere and shear beauty of the property was met with the perfect weekend weather that made our stay wonderful. Many memories were shared and many more were made. Kids and family loved the game room and hanging outside. Fire side stories at night and a little music and it was a weekend to always remember. Thank you for giving us the chance to make a 75th birthday a memory of a lifetime.Jack, Lisa, Falon, Sabrina, Jeremy, Jason, Harlow, Finn, Elizabeth, Todd, Carol, Dave, Barb, Dave, Mike, Randy and Pattie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene F.

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

Quiet & peaceful with lots to do

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Homestead Retreat! Cute little vintage farmhouse in a beautiful, peaceful, wooded setting with a pretty little pond. Lots to do between exploring the property, sitting on the awesome front porch and the garage converted into a full fledged game room. You can tell that Patricia has put a lot of care into all kinds of little details to make her guests' stay great. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I enjoyed this place it had this quiet old family home . I do photography so walking around the house was fun seeing all the different birds and wildlife I spotted a fox and his den. I was mainly there to photograph eagles along the Mississippi River so it was close enough to get there . I will definitely try and come back again A
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod D.

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

Fun Place

Nice property. It's fun to spend time on the porches and watch the birds. The house has some years on it but that's it's charm. The game room is a nice addition. Open the doors and enjoy that. Nice trails around the property. It's so quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

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

Homestead Haven

We found The Homestead to be a wonderful haven, perfect for relaxation and hitting the "reset" button. It's so much more than a house -- it truly is a home. You can feel the love of a family throughout each room. We especially appreciated the untouched farm ambiance, just like walking into grandma's when we were young. We found the accommodations to be comfortable for our week long stay. We slept long and soundly every night! The trails and spots of serenity throughout the property were welcoming, thoughtful and special. Much time was spent outside walking, reading and peddling around the lake. During hot summer days, we appreciated ample shade provided by beautiful, mature trees and continuously commented about the constant gentle breeze. This farm homestead is packed with history and interesting finds, including wildlife. Thank you, Patricia and Shirley, for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

A Terrific Thanksgiving

We enjoyed our stay at the Homestead Retreat very much! We gathered as a family to celebrate Thanksgiving and spent from Tuesday through Saturday morning there. Our hosts went above and beyond to make us comfortable, allowing us to park our camper and run electricity for heat so we had additional bed space and a place for our large dog to sleep and stay when we left the house. Some of our family stayed with us and other family members from St. Louis joined us just for dinner. The hosts provided such welcoming touches, too, such as the ingredients to make homemade pancakes, luxury shampoo and conditioner, all of the essential staples, and some yummy snacks. They called to check that we found everything we needed. Communication with them was always so easy. They responded quickly to any messages we sent. Our three generations of family had a wonderful Thanksgiving with lots of love and laughter in this cozy home. We hope to return sometime soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

learn p.

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

Mid week pre summer " brain" break

This was a post school end, pre summer activities brain break before our days were filled with busy schedules. Lovely property and house. My 19 year old throughly enjoyed fishing all hours of the day and night. 15 year old was tagging along for mum and brothers sake but in reality i could tell it did him good away from his faming machine and friends. My dog and i absolutely loved going on walks and exploring. If you are looking for getting away from city , modt definitely came to the right place.i would strongly advise packing some groceries or purchasing on u r wsy to retreat like basics eggs, bread , meat etc if you want to stay put. The nearest grocery is 30-45 mins away. We ate out 2 times but stayed put mostly. Definitely recommend Pere Marquette lodge restaurant. Thank you patricia and shirley for sharing your place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Family time

Our family had a real nice time. We enjoyed the hike, bonfire, paddle boats and hanging in the garage. You have a beautiful piece of property. Conveniently close to the downtown area where we enjoyed a few different restaurants and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved this stay it's something so different every detail was covered and really enjoyed the trails and all the thought behind them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to introduce my grandchildren to the fun of country living! Grown-ups had a lot of fun in the game room! Overall a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley O.

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

Peace of mind

What a down home feel. We loved this place. Very comfortable and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat Z.

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

LOVED IT AGAIN!

Its like coming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Little piece of Heaven

From the get go the property felt angelic and peaceful. With the Loud World this is exactly what a person needs to find their Peace and Joy! Thank you ladies!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

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

Homestead

My family and I loved the Homestead. A wonderful country home. Very nice amenities both inside and out. Very clean and beautifully decorated. The owner was very accommodating! We enjoyed all the Homestead had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024