On river.You'll find St. Charles Heritage Center and Camp Kane and Arcada Theater within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Beith House Museum and Steel Beam Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Delnor Community Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Geneva Station - 4 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Gia MIA St Charles - 2 min drive
Alley 64 - 2 min drive
The Office Dining & Spirits - 18 min walk
Riverside Pizza & Pub - 19 min walk
Szechwan Restaurant - 2 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.
St. Charles Riverview Retreat
Your family will be close to everything! With a spacious backyard and direct access to the scenic St. Charles and Geneva shared city bike and walking path, you’ll be just minutes from the river parks, and river paths of downtown St. Charles and Geneva. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an extremely spacious pet friendly back yard, spending time with family or coming in for a visit will offer all the comforts of home and amazing river views!
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
General
Unit size: 1,708 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
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 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.
St. Charles Riverview Retreat Reviews
Reviews
10
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cathleen T.
7 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Geneva Christmas Walk Weekend
Perfect place to stay for our girls weekend for the Geneva Christmas Walk. Thank you!
Cathleen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
annie s.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
This cottage was absolutely perfect for our stay in St. Charles. It was walking distance to the downtown area right next to a path down the river. We stayed here with our baby and grandparents and it was a great set up. We would definitely stay here again!
annie s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Jenn W.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
It was a perfect location to spend the night. We were attending a wedding at St Charles Country Club. Quick and easy drive. All was great. The only thing we would have liked were some extra blankets. We looked around and only found a small throw blanket. It was one of the first pretty chilly nights. Not a deal breaker. Everything else was perfect!
Jenn W.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Autumn C.
29 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
The house was super cute & clean. The host was very quick to respond to questions. Great location with plenty of food nearby.
With traffic it was about an hour & 15 minute drive to downtown Chicago.
Highly recommend
Autumn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ken M.
5 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
St Charles Charm
Fantastic location. Walking distance to town, trails, river, everything. Super nice house. My only comments would be to have the deck furniture cleaned of cob webs, deck blown off and perhaps soap available in the showers.
I would 100% stay here again and recommend to anyone
Ken M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glen B.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and convenient
This was a clean, comfortable home near the Fox River. It was quiet yet convenient for very short trips to both St. Charles and Geneva. We would definitely stay here again. Be sure to read what amenities are provided.
Glen B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ann B.
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary weekend!
We all loved your home! Roomy 3 bedroom & 2 full bath w 1 half bath, Nice well stocked kitchen & dining room w seating options. The living room was a nice size for our family! We will definitely stay again if ever needed! Thank you for your hospitality!
Ann B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
gerald k.
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in a great location.
Very clean and stocked appreciated items like coffee and snacks. Great location to downtown St. Charles and Geneva. Close to the train station to Chicago as well.
gerald k.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ivonne K., Montclair, NJ
22 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a pleasant stay in St. Charles
This rental property was one of the rare ones that managed to surpass our expectations. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Ivonne K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kellie P.
4 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little spot across the river
Really enjoyed the beautiful location of this charming old house. You might want to had a few more towels and face wash clothes.
Kellie P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Raquel L.
5 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Close to a nice walking trail by the Fox river. Stairs are a bit steep, but one bedroom is on the main floor.
Raquel L.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vicky R.
5 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house… just perfect!
💗💗💗
Vicky R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine N.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas by the river
We really enjoyed our stay! The owner knew that we were coming into town to visit family for Christmas and she had a beautiful Christmas tree setup for us. Thanks for going the extra mile to make our stay extra special!
Christine N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christina D.
7 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Trip
This house is immaculate, well-stocked, stylishly decorated and one of the nicest VRBO properties in which we have stayed. The backyard is huge and the view of the river front the family room is beautiful. In addition, the owners are very communicative, helpful, and kind. We will definitely book this house again.
Christina D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan H., Mount Prospect
3 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Weekend
This was the perfect home for my family’s annual holiday shopping trip. It was beautiful, cozy, and very clean. The host created such a warm and welcoming atmosphere and even had a beautiful Christmas tree set up. Highly recommend….you wont be disappointed!
Susan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
M K.
26 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a biking getaway
Did a quick getaway with our grown son to do some biking, hiking and music at the Arcada Theater. House was perfect for our needs; comfortable and convenient, well-maintained and clean with comfy beds. Couldn’t ask for more.
M K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vivian H., NORMAL, United States
8 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Sisters Getaway
We had a lovely time at this property. It was newly remodeled, and many amenities were in place, which made our stay so enjoyable. Everything was very clean. Nice decor. The main bed was very comfortable. The showers were nice and hot. Private parking at the back of the house was nice and secure. The location was excellent, right along the Fox River. We were able to make our way throughout the area with ease ( St. Charles, Geneva and Elgin).
We enjoyed some meals out and would recommend the following restaurants: Buttermilk for breakfast, Craft Urban for lunch and Gia Mia for supper (excellent Italian food!).
Vivian H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara S.
24 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
St. Charles spacious retreat
We selected this property for its proximity to biking trails and pet friendliness. It fulfilled these needs and much more. The east-facing backyard and patio provided much appreciated shade on the hot days plus lots of room to throw frisbees for our fetch-crazy dog. The home itself is recently renovated with all amenities (central AC, modern kitchen & bath etc) and is nicely decorated. The driveway opens to a busy road, so having room to turn the car around in the area near the garage was helpful. For biking, we literally went out the back gate onto the Fox River Trail, part of an extensive network of trails in the region. As a couple, we had everything we needed on the first floor (bedroom, two baths, kitchen, living/dining area), but two bedrooms and full bath are available upstairs for larger groups. Neighbors on both sides were friendly and helpful, and most drivers stopped whenever we crossed roads. We discovered some great restaurants nearby, plus two dog parks with swimming ponds a short drive away. This home checked all boxes for us.