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

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Grafton, IL
  • Place, Grafton SkyTour
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grafton Winery & Brewhaus
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The Winery at Aerie's Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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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

Most places you rent for a weekend.
This one has been loved by a family for over 80 years.

Welcome to our 80-acre family farm just outside Grafton, where mornings start with coffee on the porch, afternoons might mean fishing the spring-fed lake or hiking our half-mile nature trail, and evenings end around a bonfire under a sky full of stars. Since 2004, we’ve been opening our family farm to guests, and because this place means so much to our family, we try to make every guest feel the same thing when they arrive…Like they’re home.

If you’re craving peaceful mornings, wide-open skies, and a place where life slows down for a while, you just might fall in love with the Homestead.

Bring the kids. Bring the dog. Bring the people you love most.
The whole farm is yours to enjoy.

Our cozy 2-bedroom farmhouse guesthouse sits on 80 private acres of our family farm, complete with a spring-fed one-acre fishing lake, a ½-mile nature trail for hiking, and plenty of room to roam.

And when you’re ready for a little river town fun, downtown Grafton is just two miles away with wineries, restaurants, shops, and live music.

The Homestead Hangout

Sometimes the best memories happen when you’re doing absolutely nothing.

Our Homestead Hangout is the perfect place to kick back with ping pong, foosball, and a comfortable couch that’s made for long conversations or afternoon naps.

We also keep a little guest library. Forgot your book? Borrow one. Didn’t finish it? Take it home. Around here, we believe good stories should travel.

Little Things to Discover

The Homestead has a few special places guests love to explore.

Walk out to Hedge Apple Point and snap a photo with “The Three Sisters.”

At night, grab a flashlight and head to Starry Nights, where the sky opens up in a way city lights never allow.

Before turning in, write a wish on a bead and hang it on the Wishing Tree. You never know.

Around the Homestead
Guests enjoy:
• ½-mile nature trail for hiking
• Spring-fed fishing lake
• Dock & pedal boat
• Bonfire pit
• BBQ grill
• Ping pong & foosball
• Huge covered porch
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Complimentary snacks
• Smart TV
• Free fiber Wi-Fi
• DVD player with 100+ movies

Gatherings, Celebrations & Good Times

Standard nightly rates include up to 12 guests.
Larger groups or events can absolutely be accommodated — just reach out and we’ll help plan your stay.

A Little Farm History

Our parents purchased this 80-acre farm in 1943 for $2,800, including the farmhouse and barn. The home you’ll stay in today was built in 1944 using reclaimed lumber during World War II, when building materials were hard to find.

My dad even dug the basement by hand using a scoop pulled by mules, and my grandfather cut a white oak beam from a tree on the farm to support the house — a beam that still holds the home up today.

Back then there was no electricity, no gas, and no running water. We lived by kerosene lamps, cooked on a wood stove, and used rainwater collected in a cistern behind the house.

In 2004, with the help of our family, we opened the Homestead as one of the first guesthouses in the Grafton area.

It’s still much the way Mom and Dad left it —
just with Wi-Fi and indoor plumbing now.

Sharing this place that means so much to our family has truly been a labor of love, and we hope when you stay here you feel the same peace and comfort we always have.

Slow down.
Enjoy the quiet.
Spend time with the people you came with.

Welcome Home,
Shirley & Patricia
Family Owners & Hosts
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Raging Rivers Waterpark. Enjoy features like an arcade/games room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, patio and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 8 minutes by car from Mississippi River and 6 minutes from Grafton SkyTour
Farmhouse 80 Acres Rec Room Peddle Boat Lake Fishing Nature Trl 2 ml to Grafton offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

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
  • 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

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Country Farmhouse on 80 Acres Just 2 Miles From Grafton

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy/Bev H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & relaxing setting
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were great at communicating and very understanding when asking questions. Space was great as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for our needs, we came down to visit family for the holidays. The kitchen and bathroom were both well stocked with the necessities and were very pleased to find a fan in one of the bedroom closets as we are fan sleepers and forgot ours. The dogs ejoyed walking the trails with us and our son loved the swing in the woods. We hope to be able to visit again sometime in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was amazing! The house gave me warm memories of my grandparents. Bed was extremely comfortable, we slept great. Definitely want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We totally enjoyed the farm home experience inside and outside when it wasn't raining lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We came here looking for a relaxing getaway. That’s exactly what we got! We had family come visit and we caught so many fish, walked the trail and hung out on the porch! The house is so cozy and every person said they loved it. The house is a homey feel like visiting your grandmas house as a kid. I loved the old oven and we made some delicious breakfast. They even had snacks and everything needed for waffles/pancakes. If you enjoy fishing like me and my wife then this is the place for you! We had bite after bite and caught several fish! We will most definitely be bake and are already trying to figure out a time to book our next trip here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This charming farmhouse is so inviting and a quiet respite away from the noise of the world where you can slow down and relax. We spent most of our time on the lovely front porch enjoying the large variety of birds on the farm and the sounds of the local roosters crowing. Nearby are great hiking spots, two impressive museums, The Lewis and Clark Historic Site and The National Great Rivers Museum, and you can stand at the confluence of the Mississippi River and The Missouri River! Patricia is very responsive, but we had really had no issues during our stay. We hope to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was perfect ! Everyone had a great time and it all was fantastic !! I will for sure would like to stay again . Thank you so much , Randy Force
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed the peaceful setting and the convenience to many locations nearby. The garage hangout was fun. We were a little put off by the smell upon entering the house. Like it hadn't been thoroughly cleaned or updated for a long time. Windows were open to air it out. It could use a good cleaning and a few updates. The refrigerator and oven are very outdated and the oven needs to be cleaned desperately. All the windowsills should be vacuumed out and screens replaced. The bed was very comfortable and there are many things there to fill your time. Books, games and walks to name a few. Overall, if you come prepared to stay here, it's a good choice. It's safe, convenient and the owners are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JD B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay here!! It offers so much and is a perfect location! The owners are great and answered every question and responded instantly! Highly recommend and we will for sure be back for our next trip to Grafton!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joran C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
There were lots of nice thoughtful touches to the place, and we enjoyed the beautiful property too. They even put up a birthday banner for my wife (can't speak to whether they'll always do that one, but it was very sweet)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful homestead with lovely accommodations from the hostesses. We had such a peaceful time staying here with our 2-year-old daughter and 2 dogs before our son arrives in December. Thank you for the delightful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is fantastic. If you're looking for cozy, look no further. Im not going to give anything away but you just have to see the charm and beauty for yourself. The Homestead is incredible and the owners were extremely responsive, inviting and just great to communicate with. We will be back. This place is the bees knees. Dont forget the honey. Ps. "Open your heart and youll always find your way home."
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyler l.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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
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
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

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not have asked for a nicer place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley O.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Pat Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOVED IT AGAIN!

Its like coming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025