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Bixler's Boathouse

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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Keyesport, IL
  • Carlyle Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hazlet State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Greenville Country Club
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Vandalia, IL (VLA-Vandalia Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Bixler's Boathouse

This stylish place to stay is perfect for group trips. Centrally located in the heart of the Village of Keyesport, walking distance to many attractions. The beach,boat ramps, and great food are close. Great for families, fishermen, hunters, and boaters.
What this place offers
Lake view
Public or shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
TV
Washer
Free dryer – In building
Security cameras on property

Property manager

Kim Garcia
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please remove shoes, the driveway rocks get everywhere if they stick in your shoes and they are hard on the flooring.
Please keep all food and drinks (except water)in the kitchen and dining area . Spill proof cups are the exception.
Absolutely no sitting, standing or jumping over the rail on the upper deck.

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

Keyesport

Keyesport is home to this holiday home. McGath's Lake Trail and Governors Run Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hazlet State Park and South Shore State Park.
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Keyesport, IL

What's nearby

  • Carlyle Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hazlet State Park - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • McGath's Lake Trail - 20 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Governors Run Golf Course - 24 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Greenville Country Club - 29 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Centralia Station - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Keys on Lake Carlyle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crossroads Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sunny's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dock's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blind Daddy's Hideout - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bixler's Boathouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bixler's Boathouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bixler's Boathouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bixler's Boathouse located?

Situated in Keyesport, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Carlyle Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hazlet State Park and McGath's Lake Trail. Governors Run Golf Course and West Access Marina are also within 16 miles (25 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. 14 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jami S.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klinton S.

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

Perfect spot!

Group of friends and a few kids stayed here on a trip to the area. House is huge, clean, and just a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Thanksgiving Week

Nice place for our family to gather! Well appointed kitchen & baths!! Would like to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Excellent

This is the only VRBO I’ve used where the property is better in real life than the pictures online. Great place, highly recommend. Thanks for the cookies!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Great stay as always

Great time in a great house with a great host.... .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Absolutely Beautiful Property

This was an amazing experience! This house is beautiful, clean, and well stocked with everything you need for your stay. Pictures of property are even better in person. I just can’t say enough about this property. When you open the door it’s breathtaking. Communication with owner outstanding and we were welcomed by the most delicious cookies. Visitors to this property should have great respect for it and its owners. The attention to detail is incredible! Definitely would stay here again and would recommend to all family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

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

Great place

Great property- walking distance to the boat docks on Carlyle Lake and one block from the Keys restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

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

Perfect lake weekend

Our group (6 adults and 2 kids) stayed for three days visiting our family who have a camper/boat on the lake. The location was walking distance from the marina! The house is stocked with all the kitchen and bathroom items you may have forgotten. We loved being able to cook a big meal each night in the full kitchen/dining room and then sit around the fire pit. Very clean and comfortable! Kim was very kind and attentive for any potential needs. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Great family weekend!!

The house is beautiful!! Near the beach and boat ramps. Dollar General in town and a Wal-Mart avout 10 minutes away if needed. Just a block from gas station and restaurants. Definitely recommend. Do be aware that it is an older house and the staircase is narrow and steep for individuals that difficulty with stairs. There is a ground floor full bathroom and bedroom with 2 beds. Will definitely be looking to book again when returning to the area!!! 5 Stars all around!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

4th of July get away

Very comfortable and clean home. Very well stocked and comfortable beds. Beach is about a 15 minute walk or short drive. Lake and beach nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay and thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Always the GREATEST

The convenience of staying here so close to the marina, restaurants/bar/beach... makes such an enjoyable stay. The property can't be beat... always so clean and the amenities are superb. Our third time staying here and won't be our last. Our home away from home. Kim is so easy to work with and makes us want to be sure and care for her home as much as we do our own. Just scheduled for 3 more stays for next year!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

bill g.

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

Lake Stay

The house was great. The most amenities I have ever seen included with the house. The fresh cookies were the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald O.

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

Beautiful home

The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated. The pictures and descriptions online were accurate. We had 10 men (snow goose hunters), so having three showers was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantay S.

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

Family Meet

The property is beautiful and WELL stocked. Plenty of dishes and cooking items. Bedrooms were plentiful and nicely appointed. No complaints but a caution: if you have people in your party who have mobility issues, be aware that most of the bedrooms are up stairs that are not standard tread (steep and narrow) but there is a handrail inside. The outside entrance porches are nice and wide but they have no railings. Otherwise everything was fantastic and I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kim Garcia

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