10/10 Excellent
Sonja B.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-together
Sonja B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Nauvoo River Lodge--Family Reunion/Youth-Group/Young Women Camp/Young Men Camp
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
11 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 80529.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Nauvoo, IL
Nauvoo State Park
7 min drive
Lovers Glen Park
7 min drive
Historic Nauvoo
8 min drive
Keokuk, IA (EOK-Keokuk Municipal)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
11 bedrooms (sleeps 80)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
+1
3 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 5
3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 7
+1
2 Single Bunk Beds and 3 Single Beds
Bedroom 8
+13
15 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 9
+1
2 Single Bunk Beds and 3 Single Beds
Bedroom 10
+3
6 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Cabin
+2
6 Single Bunk Beds
9 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 6
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 7
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 8
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 9
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Nauvoo River Lodge--Family Reunion/Youth-Group/Young Women Camp/Young Men Camp
Come stay in this remodeled 1960s YMCA Lodge!
Starting in Summer of '24, you will have 6300 sq ft of space that sleeps 80 people in 11 sleeping spaces, with a total of 9 bathrooms. 300 of these sq ft--one of the sleeping spaces--is a detached original YMCA camp cabin that has been fully remodeled with electricity and heating/cooling.
The large dining room will accommodate 80.
The large kitchen is equipped with 2 sinks, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 microwaves, 2 large fridges & pantry (second pantry downstairs), and all the cooking/eating gear you could need. Small propane grill on the balcony just outside the dining room.
Lots of puzzles and games in an upstairs cabinet. Ping-pong table, pool table, foosball table, and lots of toys in the downstairs play room.
River-front property for your gatherings and water fun is included, with: fire pit, large grassy area, shade trees, and small beach. S'mores and lightning-bug capturing can be a nightly activity (lots of on-site wood for your fire)! Several watercrafts (Jon boat rated for 8 people, Hobie catamaran sail boat, 2 kayaks, 2 vintage aluminum canoes, 2 inflatable boats, several inner tubes) available on site for rent. Several life jackets (20), camp chairs (12), & s'mores sticks (8) available for your use.
A few minutes south of historic Nauvoo (view of temple in the distance from the river front). 10-15 min to Keokuk amenities (Walmart, etc).
Look us up on the web for further details, including a floor plan.
***Photos represent what's available up until Summer '24 (sleeping 52 in 7 sleeping spaces with 6 bathrooms). Beds, tables, & sofas will shift around at that time, along with the addition of more beds and sleeping spaces. The numbers at the top of this listing, and the bed spaces listed under "Rooms and Beds," represent what's available after Spring of '24. Look up floor plan on the web for bed arrangements.
Starting in Summer of '24, you will have 6300 sq ft of space that sleeps 80 people in 11 sleeping spaces, with a total of 9 bathrooms. 300 of these sq ft--one of the sleeping spaces--is a detached original YMCA camp cabin that has been fully remodeled with electricity and heating/cooling.
The large dining room will accommodate 80.
The large kitchen is equipped with 2 sinks, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 microwaves, 2 large fridges & pantry (second pantry downstairs), and all the cooking/eating gear you could need. Small propane grill on the balcony just outside the dining room.
Lots of puzzles and games in an upstairs cabinet. Ping-pong table, pool table, foosball table, and lots of toys in the downstairs play room.
River-front property for your gatherings and water fun is included, with: fire pit, large grassy area, shade trees, and small beach. S'mores and lightning-bug capturing can be a nightly activity (lots of on-site wood for your fire)! Several watercrafts (Jon boat rated for 8 people, Hobie catamaran sail boat, 2 kayaks, 2 vintage aluminum canoes, 2 inflatable boats, several inner tubes) available on site for rent. Several life jackets (20), camp chairs (12), & s'mores sticks (8) available for your use.
A few minutes south of historic Nauvoo (view of temple in the distance from the river front). 10-15 min to Keokuk amenities (Walmart, etc).
Look us up on the web for further details, including a floor plan.
***Photos represent what's available up until Summer '24 (sleeping 52 in 7 sleeping spaces with 6 bathrooms). Beds, tables, & sofas will shift around at that time, along with the addition of more beds and sleeping spaces. The numbers at the top of this listing, and the bed spaces listed under "Rooms and Beds," represent what's available after Spring of '24. Look up floor plan on the web for bed arrangements.
Property manager
Phil & Heidi Harrop
Premier Host
Languages
English, Russian
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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 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
About the area
Nauvoo
Located in Nauvoo, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Historic Nauvoo and Joseph Smith Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Baxter's Vineyards and Fort Madison Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nauvoo, IL
What's nearby
- Nauvoo State Park - 7 min drive
- Historic Nauvoo - 8 min drive
- Rheinberger House Museum - 8 min drive
- Joseph Smith Historic Site - 8 min drive
- Baxter's Vineyards - 9 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 13 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 16 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Meagan G.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a large group
Meagan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
rose c.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
rose c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie H.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Melanie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
James R.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen B.
5 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Stephen B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joshua V.
25 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family reunion location
Joshua V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Eric S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alee H., Green Bay
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Alee H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dave G.
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great facility and location
Dave G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kayleen V.
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Kayleen V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Phil & Heidi Harrop
Phil & Heidi Harrop
Midwest natives
Phil took a particular interest in Nauvoo years ago while visiting with a youth group. Several years later his dream of owning property in Nauvoo finally came true. Since then, we have picked up a few more properties, this being the largest and most fun! One of the other properties is an old Kirche (church) built in 1872 by a German-speaking congregation; it has original stained-glass windows, beautiful hardwood floors and soaring ceilings (ask for more info if you would like to add the use of the Kirche to your Lodge rental).
Midwest natives
Phil took a particular interest in Nauvoo years ago while visiting with a youth group. Several years later his dream of owning property in Nauvoo finally came true. Since then, we have picked up a few more properties, this being the largest and most fun! One of the other properties is an old Kirche (church) built in 1872 by a German-speaking congregation; it has original stained-glass windows, beautiful hardwood floors and soaring ceilings (ask for more info if you would like to add the use of the Kirche to your Lodge rental).
Why they chose this property
This property is a vacation within itself. Add to that Nauvoo's historic sites or a visit to Hannibal for the Mark-Twain sites and you have a week (or more) packed with adventure!
What makes this property unique
Where else can you find a place in Nauvoo that sleeps this many people, has large on-site gathering spaces (inside and out), this many bedrooms/bathrooms, and has water-front property? Add to that watercrafts to rent and woods to explore. You'll never want to leave!
Languages:
English, Russian
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