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Peter Ray House

Holiday home in Maeystown with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Nestled in the scenic bluffs of the Mississippi River valley, this charming 150-year-old house offers a spacious patio with a fire pit for your outdoor enjoyment and central air for warm days. With three TVs, a kitchen, dining room and living room on the first floor; there's plenty of space to unwind after exploring Maeystown’s rich German heritage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$343
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

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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.

Peter Ray House

This 150-year-old story and a half house is approximately 1200 square feet, with central air and three TVs. It has a front porch the entire width of the house and a spacious patio in the back, including a fire pit for your outdoor enjoyment. The first floor has a kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, and bedroom. The second floor has a second bath and is an open concept with a king-size bed and a sofa/sleeper. The second floor will sleep four comfortably, with the entire house sleeping six.

Nestled in the scenic bluffs of the Mississippi River valley, Maeystown boasts a rich German heritage with old-world architecture and hosts several festivals every year.

The village of Maeystown offers:
(go to Maeystown.com for more info)
• Hank & Lilly’s Creekside, a bar & grill
• Katzenjammers, massage therapy & shop
• A Coffee Shop
• Corner George Inn (a BNB)
Corner George Inn Sweet Shop
• Georgia Mae’s Antiques and Collectibles
• Maeystown General Store
• Maeystown Museum
• St John United Church of Christ

Nearby Activities:
(google the below for more info)
• Wineries: Schorr Lake Vineyards & Winery; DeVinos Winery; The Pour Winery
• Hiking Trails: Salt Lick and Johnson Trail Loop; Fults Hill Prairie Preserve; White Rock Nature Preserve Trail
• Historic Sites: Salem-Baum Evangelical Church; EagleCliff-Miles Cemetery; Fort de Chartres; Fort Kaskaskia
• Golf Courses: Annbriar; Mystic Oak; Acorns (5 miles from Maeystown); River Lakes
• World Shooting and Recreational Complex
• Breweries: Stubborn German Brewing Co; Hopskeller Brewing Co; Lieferbrau Brewery

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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

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Peter Ray House Maeystown
Peter Ray House Private vacation home
Peter Ray House Private vacation home Maeystown

About the area

Map
Maeystown, IL

What's nearby

  • Illinois Caverns State Natural Area - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Lakeview Park - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Lions Park - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Waterloo City Hall - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Koenigsmark Park - 17 min drive - 18.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Walshs Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern in Maeystown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dreamland Palace German Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Rooster Hill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peter Ray House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peter Ray House?

As of 4 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peter Ray House on 5 Dec 2025 start from AU$342.5, 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 Peter Ray House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peter Ray House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peter Ray House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peter Ray House located?

Situated in Maeystown, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Illinois Caverns State Natural Area, Mississippi River and Lakeview Park. Lions Park and Borsch Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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