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River Life at it's Best

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Located directly on the Illinois River, this beautiful home offers an amazing view from its spacious deck. Relax in style with modern furnishings and unwind surrounded by nature's splendor. With a fully equipped home, you can enjoy your favorite activities or simply take in the sights and sounds of river life.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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.

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

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

About the area

Map
Chillicothe, IL

What's nearby

  • Shoppes at Grand Prairie - 18 min drive - 23.7 km
  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - 24 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Bradley University - 25 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Peoria Civic Center - 25 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Peoria Riverfront Museum - 25 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caterpillar AC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sheets Creek Saloon - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Grecian Gardens - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Castaways - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does River Life at it's Best have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is River Life at it's Best pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Life at it's Best?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Life at it's Best?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Life at it's Best?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Life at it's Best located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wellie Jackson Park and Walnut Dog Park. Nellie Jackson Park is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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River Life at it's Best Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Awesome river views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

pam a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was all we hoped for anymore. Very roomy, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Julia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Bill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in/out was easy. Lovely clean home. Well supplied. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin & Monica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Ken D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great place for a getaway and the view on the river is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time in between softball
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Darrin & Monica N., Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Everything you would absolutely need is there. The view is amazing. The next time we are in the area its a definite stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the view!

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A+ stay!

This house was perfect for our girls getaway weekend. The house was clean and comfortable. Right on the water and great for barge and bird watching. Great communication with the owners prior to our stay. Easy check in and out. Will definitely come back and stay again! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

We loved staying there! It doesn’t feel like you’re in the Illinois River, more like a lake. Beautiful scenery and views from the decks. Even saw a river otter from the deck. Kids loved watching the barges go by.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“What you see is what you get”

Exactly as pictured. Great place to stay. Beautiful view of the river . Super clean home. Jason is a great host !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023