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St. Charles Riverview Retreat

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6158.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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St. Charles, IL
  • Arcada Theater
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Kane County Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Geneva Commons
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedrom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom - main floor by kitchen

Toilet

Master Bathroom En suite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

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!

Property manager

Melanie LaCava
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind inside. You make smoke outside, but not indoors. Please dispose of any cigarette butts into the trash.
Please mind our neighbors! This is a quiet neighborhood :) No unauthorized parties.
IF available, we have an early check-in and late check-out fee of $25/hour. Scheduled ahead of time, upon availability.

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

About the area

St. Charles

Located in St. Charles, this holiday home is on a river. Blackwell Forest Preserve and Island Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include C'est La Vie and Kane County Fairgrounds. American Science & Surplus Store and Otter Cove Aquatic Park are also worth visiting. With kayaking and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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St. Charles, IL

What's nearby

  • Arcada Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Geneva History Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kane County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Geneva Commons - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden - 6 min drive - 5.6 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

Frequently asked questions

Is St. Charles Riverview Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at St. Charles Riverview Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at St. Charles Riverview Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St. Charles Riverview Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Charles Heritage Center and Camp Kane, Arcada Theater and Beith House Museum. Steel Beam Theater and Island Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max D.

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

Lovely home!

The house is so much bigger than it appears on the outside. Charming, tastefully decorated, clean, excellent location. The bed was very comfortable. I actually loved the bedding. I always bring a sheet with me when I travel, I normally can't stand how rough the bedding feels, sometimes like sandpaper. The sheets here were super soft and so was the blanket, very comfortable. The owner is responsive and an excellent host!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Perfect for Us

Six of us stayed for Galentine’s Day and it was just perfect! Location is super close to downtown, the driveway could have fit all of our cars had we not carpooled, and the host was super easy to contact with questions. We would definitely use this house again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula I.

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

Good

It was a good experience, just had some trouble w/ the pad lock but overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen T.

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

Geneva Christmas Walk Weekend

Perfect place to stay for our girls weekend for the Geneva Christmas Walk. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

annie s.

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenn W.

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

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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen B.

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerald k.

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

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne K.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie P.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel L.

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

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

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

Beautiful house… just perfect!

💗💗💗
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Mount Prospect

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

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

M K.

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian H., NORMAL, United States

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

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!).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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