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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Maeystown, IL
  • Busch Stadium
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Gateway Arch
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • St. Louis Union Station
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Maeystown

City center stay.Stay at this Maeystown vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Illinois Caverns State Natural Area and Mississippi River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lakeview Park and Lions Park.
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What's nearby

  • Busch Stadium - 58 min drive - 61.4 km
  • Gateway Arch - 58 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Enterprise Center - 59 min drive - 62.4 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 60 min drive - 63.1 km
  • City Museum - 60 min drive - 63.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Walsh's Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern At Maeystown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dreamland Palace German Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rooster HIll Farm & Gift Emporium - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Acorns Banquet Facilities - ‬19 min drive

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 manager

Joyce Kuergeleis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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

Peter Ray House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a nice property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay!

The Peter Ray house was exactly as described in the listing. The property was immaculate and the owner has thought of everything. The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, utensils and everything needed to cook. The living room was cozy and comfortable and the beds were very comfortable as well. The town is so peaceful and quiet and we both slept so well. The property has been restored with thoughtfulness and love. We enjoyed looking around the house. The backyard is very inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Historic Home

We have stayed at The Peter Ray House several times and it never disappoints. Beautiful, clean, comfortable home. This place has everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf tournament in Waterloo

Wonderful for the second year in a row. Will be back as long as you’ll have us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janey D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peter Ray House

House is across alley from my granddaughter’s, making it very convenient for our visit. Enjoyed staying in this beautifully restored and decorated house. This is our second stay and plan on staying here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Yet Cozy

Plenty of room to spread out if you needed yet enough room for family game or movie night.Perfect for one or six
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi D., Waterloo

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Fantastic host and stay. The Peter Ray house has such character!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Totally Satisfied

Was so happy staying here - satisfied in every way. The house was just as described (even better than I expected), clean, and comfortable. Communication with Joyce was excellent - she was always available, and very descriptive with the overall checkin/checkout process. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. (:
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

We were in the area for a family reunion and the Peter Ray House was perfect for our needs since it had a bedroom and bathroom downstairs as well as the full suite upstairs. Everything was well stocked, clean, and just a really cute house and grounds! I wish we had been there on the weekend so more places were open. The stairs going in the back door don’t have railings so we were extra cautious getting some older family members in the house. The stairs to the second floor are steep but have railings so it wasn’t a problem. Overall this is a great property and we will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Crowley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This house is awesome. It is clear the owners put a lot of love and themselves into what appears to have been a total renovation. But renovation or not, the house still has all the charm of the 1870’s home that it is. We were only here for a night but I’ve would love to have stayed much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peter Ray House, second year in a row

Amazing town full of history. This house and many of the surrounding buildings are made with native limestone and look absolutely beautiful. We spent five days attending the AIM Grand National Trapshooting Championships near Sparta, IL. It’s an easy 45 minute drive and worth it for the opportunity to stay in this beautiful home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overnight stay

Wonderful house for a quiet night away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

This property is amazing! The cleanest place I've ever stayed in. The house is beautifully restored, very welcoming and comfortable. Loved the historocity of the house and the community. I highly recommend this place for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D., Columbia, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Get Away

This was the perfect get away for our anniversary. The home and town were charming. Have already recommended it to others. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee C., Miamisburg

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Stay

Everyone was very comfortable and it was a great time to catch up with our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

House was perfect. Old house in an old small town that was perfect for a night getaway. The house is in very good shape and has great history to it. Bed was comfortable and everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JESSE LEE M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the Peter Ray house

We had a great stay. The property was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked, as were the bathrooms. We were a group of five and there was plenty of room for all of us. The property was in excellent condition and well maintained. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Modern amenities within a historic town.

This lovely home had everything that one would need to enjoy a quiet weekend. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy quality time with the family. Two lounging areas, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths (one upstairs), plus a large dining room table. I loved the historic feel of the home, imagining life of the past tenants... 150 plus years ago. Before and after pictures of the renovation were provided. The house fits right in to the historical feel of the town. We took a short walk to the main stree to a small coffee shop, then spotted a shallow creek to dip our toes in. I wish I had more time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

I dont even know where to start. I absolutely fell in love with the property. I work a very stressful job and rarely get 10 minutes to myself, so being able to make some coffee and sit on the front porch and watch the hummingbirds flutter around.... oh my, what a piece of heaven. I haven't enjoyed peace like this in such a long time. I didn't want to leave the porch. Joyce did a great job communicating. She is such a sweetheart. I can go on and on but there is only so much space. I just can't wait for my next trip back home to IL so I can stay here! See you next year, maybe sooner! :-)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charkene L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peter Ray House

This is an amazing property. The home is beautiful and very period appropriate. It felt like home. The front porch was very relaxing. We loved sitting outside and relaxing. This home was immaculate on the inside, with plenty of room for the 3 of us. I can not say enough about this home. We will definitely be back to visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Missouri Valley Ladies Golf

Wonderful weekend! We were there to watch a college golf conference tournament. There were four adults and we didn't want to pay the price of two hotel rooms. Booking this VRBO home was just the solution. Everything about it was perfect. 5 star stay for sure. We will be back if given the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Peter Ray house is a great place to stay! Very well done! Modern and clean with all the historic touches of the original house! Enjoyed our stay in this very historic home and town. Peaceful and scenic. A perfect getaway! You will enjoy it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming little getaway!

This house was so beautifully restored and lovingly decorated to make the history come alive! It was white glove clean on top of that. We really loved the cozy upstairs as a place to hang out and the huge covered front porch was just gorgeous for watching storms. The town is quiet and charming. It was just right for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Beautiful quiet town. Very nice neighbors and a beautiful historical home very well maintained. Definitely will be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful fall weather get away

We had a great time in Maeystown!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023