With a stay at this vacation home in Rome, you'll be on the waterfront, just a 4-minute walk from Wellie Jackson Park and 5 minutes by foot from Nellie Jackson Park. .This vacation home is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Peoria Civic Center and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Walnut Dog Park.
Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Grecian Garden Restaurant - 6 min drive
Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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 as well as 3 bikes. There are yard games to use in the fully fenced yard. Great hiking close. There is a fire pit on the main deck. 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. 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Kim Bryan Russell
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Beach sunloungers
Pool/Spa
A hot tub
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Spices
Electric kettle
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Bidet
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Soap
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Games
Books
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced garden
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Work spaces
Office
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total pets
Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the river
On the waterfront
Near a zoo
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Kayaking on site
Boating on site
Cycling on site
Kayaking nearby
Hiking nearby
Golf nearby
Swimming nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Ice skating nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: well behaved dogs allowed. Must be crated if alone
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Yard is fully fenced. 2 ring doorbells.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Riverview Retreat Chillicothe
Riverview Retreat Private vacation home
Riverview Retreat Private vacation home Chillicothe
Riverview Retreat Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ronette B.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Ronette B.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Shauna W.
26 Dec 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Shauna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
chris m.
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
chris m.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very cozy and cute! I really enjoyed staying here!
Jill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol A.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Carol A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
michelle v., Athens, IL
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
michelle v.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb M.
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Little place in paradise
This place was exceptional! Very clean and Kim and David went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable!
Barb M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin K.
16 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Robin K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber T., Indiana
26 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in an eclectic beauty
Loved the house and the river views! Wanted for nothing…
Amber T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amie P.
22 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful River Stay
Property is perfect. Beautiful and peaceful spot on the river. Unique home with character and soul. Just lovely!
Amie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beverly R.
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat
Enjoyed family time with our daughter who is doing an internship this summer. Lovely place to relax and catch up.
Beverly R.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had a great time here! The property is lovely and right on the lake.
Susan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
April L.
1 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Date night!
Loved the porch area and the little beach area! Hot tub was amazing!
April L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher R.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a Lovely Home!
This house is super cool! Nice quiet area and such a wonderfully appointed house! Beds are super comfortable and the sleeping arrangements worked well with our four children. The hot tub was awesome and my wife and I loved the kayaks - what a workout getting back to the house haha
Christopher R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kandy M.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house
Nice comfy cute house!
Kandy M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique feels with this riverside cabin
These owners have thought of everything, from snacks tucked in a coffee nook in the upper bedroom area, to every sort of outdoor feature you can enjoy in summer or winter. This was my favorite place to stay that I have ever been to. I felt transported to another culture of river cabin elegance with a unique flare. This is definitely a place to revisit again!
Ashley S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl G.
6 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Stay
The property was amazing and we had everything there that we could have ever wanted. Plus, the host/hostess were awesome too!
We will definitely be going back there!
Cheryl G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug L., Wauwatosa WI USA
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Convenient location
Very homey.
Doug L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
25 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Susan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie L., Jenison, MI
1 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
High School Best Friends Reunion
What a wonderful property. The view of the river is fantastic and the sunrise each morning was breathtaking. We loved the art work in the house and had a great time discussing the pieces. It adds a special touch to this rental. The owner was easy to work with and very helpful We hope to return soon and not wait 50 years.
Julie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
29 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
My Favorite Place of all time!
Of all the places I've stayed at on this and that other evil BnB site, (Ha!) this is by far my favorite place as far as furnishings are concerned. Every square inch of this place is filled with original local art. It is majestic! It is astounding! It is truly unique in the best of ways! Being an artist myself, my hats off to the owners for supporting artists! And the deck? Epic!
Michael C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Regina F.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation.
We were able to relax all weekend with no worries. The house was extremly nice and had so many interesting items in the house (art, books, status, etc.) The fenced in yard made it very relaxing not having to worried about our dogs runny away or leashing them eat time we let them outside.
Regina F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joann K.
12 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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).
Joann K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
25 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fall trip
We had a great time! The house is beautiful and had everything we needed. Kim is a great host and very responsive and accommodating to our requests. 5 stars would book again if traveling to the Peoria area!