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River Life at it's Best

Beachfront vacation home near kayaking in Rome

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Dining
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chillicothe, IL
  • Place, Shoppes at Grand Prairie
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Peoria Civic Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)

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About the area

Rome

On the beach.You'll find Wellie Jackson Park and Walnut Dog Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Also, Nellie Jackson Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Robert Rutherford Wildlife Sanctuary is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shoppes at Grand Prairie - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Northwoods Mall - 24 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Bradley University - 27 min drive - 30.4 km
  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - 28 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Peoria Civic Center - 28 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caterpillar AC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sheets Creek Saloon - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grecian Gardens - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬5 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.

River Life at it's Best

Great house directly on the Illinois River. Amazing view with a large deck to sit and enjoy all day long. The home is fully and newly furnished with everything that you will need to feel right at home. Whether you are looking for a weekend away to sit and relax or if you are coming to the area for the numerous River and wildlife activities, you are sure to fall in love with this home. A 1000 pictures cannot capture the beauty that await.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No smoking in the house or garage.
Please do not wear shoes inside the house.
Please do not wander off the property into neighbor's yard or take any items from neighbors.

Pets

  • No pets 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
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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
River Life At It's Chillicothe
River Life at It's Best Chillicothe
River Life at It's Best Private vacation home
River Life at It's Best Private vacation home Chillicothe

Reviews

River Life at it's Best Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz L., Shoreview, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay! Awesome river views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ken D., Chicago, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a good VRBO.Pros: 1. Great location on the river. 2. Beautiful views. 3.Excellent host communication. 4. Easy check in.Cons: 1. Unit was a bit dirty -- lots of spider webs and dead bugs. 2. Main suite does not have central air / heat. Portable cooling unit that took many hours to cool the room. 3. Host does not want you to wear shoes in unit. Not a problem for us since that is what we do at home but should be clearer in description.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting on Illinois river. Underestimated natural beauty. Sunrises, moon rises. Amazing bird habitat. White pelicans abound right now. Barges slowly cruising by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

pam a.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was all we hoped for anymore. Very roomy, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a fantastic week staying here with our party of 6. Plenty of room for everyone to get comfy and a fantastic game area in the garage/first floor. Each evening we were able to relax out on the wrap around patio overlooking the river. The property was well equipped to make our stay comfortable and the communication with the host was excellent. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing. The house was very clean and neat everything we needed. Was there no complaints here the owner was wonderful to work with. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!! Beautiful layout. Great for 2 families to kick their shoes off and relax and enjoy the slower life.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in/out was easy. Lovely clean home. Well supplied. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!!

We were in town for my son’s baseball tournament. This home was beautiful, clean, comfortable and had everything to accommodate our family. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin & Monica N., Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd trip here

We will come back for a 3rd at some point.. Beautiful house and easy access to different locations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norae R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Loved the house. It was very clean and well kept. Owner was great. My kids loved playing darts and the billiard table. Loved the views of the river and big deck. Only regret was the weather wasn’t a little warmer to enjoy the deck more. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Respite

The photos in the listing do not do this property justice. It is very clean, comfortable and has all you would need to feel right at home! You can tell the family who owns it takes pride in caring for others. The river offers a unique mix of soothing water sounds, friendly little wildlife and the occasional traveling barge. Whatever you might need is a short distance away, but you are far enough away in a very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property

The property was just as advertised. Upon arrival we were very appreciative of the garage, as it was raining that evening, and it was great to be able to unpack the vehicles inside. The view of the river from the deck was great. We did not spend a lot of time at the house, as we were visiting relatives in the area, but that would have been a very nice place to relax and unwind at the end of the day for anyone that would be spending more of their time at the home. This would definitely be my first choice to check out again for a stay in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended holiday stay

Enjoyed the river views and barge traffic while staying warm and cozy indoors. Perfect size for a family of four. Close to grocery but remote enough to have a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Jason was a good communicator and responsive when needed.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nelson Christmas

We had a great stay. The house was perfect. The pictures on the APP were spot on. It was very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the views of the river and seeing bald eagles fly by every morning. It was spectacular. We will definitely be back for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful weekend getaway

This is our second time staying and we are already planning our spring getaway here as well. Clean, spacious, and comfortable. Thank you for a wonderful peaceful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the view!

Loved the view. The home was very spacious. Communication was great. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our time in between softball
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Family

For my first time renting a vacation home, words cannot express how amazing this place was. The house was beautiful and provided a very relaxing environment for my family and me. It was clean and tidy when we arrived, beautifully decorated and provided all of the basic amenities that we needed for a family of seven. The house was very spacious compared to being cramped into two hotel rooms for 7 days and enjoyed by all. It provided a very cozy and welcoming atmosphere on the Illinois River. My granddaughters loved watching the barges going up and down the river. Mr. Jason was an awesome host. He was easy to contact when needed and provided excellent customer service. Overall, the stay was very memorable, and we had an absolutely fantastic time staying at the house. We would definitely rent again when returning to Illinois.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls getaway

We so enjoyed sitting on the balcony in the morning and the evening. We even watched the carp jump the first night. Wish they would have jumped again. The home was well kept and just like advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grandchildren in Rome

Wonderful location with beautiful views of the Illinois river. The barge traffic was fascinating for our grandchildren and us. Nice having a garage to park in and the bumper pool table, ping pong, and darts got a good workout. Lots of great activities a short drive away. We also enjoyed the large great room for dining, playing games, and chilling on the couch with a good movie. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Trip

We had an amazing stay here!! The house was peaceful and relaxing and the beach and river views were incredible. We will be booking this home every time we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay on the River

Beautiful home and great scenery. We were in town for the Brad Wallin Memorial tournament, so we didn't get to enjoy the home as much as we wanted. If we are ever in the area again we will definately try and rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024