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Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi

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A wooden deck with wicker furniture, a small table, and an umbrella.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, ottomans, a rug, wooden side tables, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view.
A coffee station with a coffee maker, a Kaffe, a thermos, and a coffee grinder.
A dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With a beachfront view, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 10 guests. It features 2 bicycles, 2 separate living rooms, and 1 hot tub. Enjoy outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing, while a patio offers a relaxing outdoor space. The property is pet-friendly and boasts access to nearby golf courses.

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Port Byron, IL
  • Place, Dorrance Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Will B. Rolling Mississippi River Statue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Byron Hills Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Moline, IL (MLI-Quad City Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2: Ocean Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3: Vintage Room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4: Nature Room

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Twin Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Large Twin Futon

Master Bedroom: The Oasis

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3: Downstairs Shower

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

Master Bathroom: The Oasis

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

Yellow bath 2: Walk in shower

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi

Surround yourself with nature at this dreamy river house with its own boat ramp and incredible dock! Perfect for large families or a small group retreat experience. If you love nature; come for the river views, bird watching, fish off the dock, kayak the river, bring your bikes to ride up the great river trail, take a hot tub soak and sauna at "the spa shop" on property. Optional yoga on the dock classes are held through the spa shop at no charge to you on Mondays at 9am and 6pm! Enjoy a cozy fire; inside or outside. Bring your boat/rent a boat or jet skis and enjoy a ride up the mighty Mississippi. Endless possibilities in this wonderful place! Optional rentals and one time fees: hot tub-$50/infrared sauna-$50, Wednesday 9am yoga in the shop for a per person fee ($17). Free options: 2 kayaks, Lilypad float, 2 bikes, yard games, yoga mondays at 9am and 6pm-all free just please mention in advance what you'd like access to!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Throw away any trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4919155
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Port Byron

Located in Port Byron, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Elton E Fawks Bald Eagle Refuge Nature Preserve, while Buffalo Bill Museum and The Rust Belt are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Port Byron, IL

What's nearby

  • Dorrance Park - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Will B. Rolling Mississippi River Statue - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Shuler's Shady Grove Park - 5 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Byron Hills Golf Course - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cordova Dragway Park - 10 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jerry's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riverbend Pizza Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Three 33 - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi located?

Located in Port Byron, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River, Dorrance Park, and Will B. Rolling Mississippi River Statue. Shuler's Shady Grove Park and Sulphur Creek Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! The house has everything you could possibly need, from nice shampoos to games. The water front was great and the area was quiet. Communication was excellent. No beach for the little kids but the fishing off the dock was excellent. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share what you enjoyed! Would love to have you and your family back anytime! Wow, you were a wonderfully tidy large group!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures do no justice, this place is a jaw dropping beauty! Val was so accommodating and available for any questions, although we had few because the welcome book has all the thorough instructions to make your stay above and beyond amazing. Already thinking of our next stay. Thanks to Val for our much needed river spa retreat! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 3, 2026
What a wonderful review! Thank you so much Dawne and friends! You showed the property so much love and respect. You are welcome back anytime, you were a joy to host!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was really clean and we appreciated that it had everything we needed with our 5 adult children to cook and feel relaxed. We enjoyed all of the windows facing the river, and the nice lawn that made looking at the river even more enjoyable. It was quiet, and the hot tub under the lit up trees was really neat. The back porch was nicely shaded after 5pm. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Randy, we appreciate it so much! You were so kind and we hope to host you again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! Valerie is awesome and SO helpful and kind! Highly recommend for any and all gatherings. So much space, the river views are beautiful, and overall a peaceful place to be. LOVED IT!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2026
Thank you Kat for such a lovely review, we appreciate it so much! I am so happy you all enjoyed yourselves. Would love to have you back anytime!💗

About the host

Hosted by Valerie Ebenroth

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I've been in the hotel and hospitality industry for over 20 years and I enjoy creating spaces for people to experience and enjoy. I've also worked in the spa industry all of that time and relaxation and ambience are the most important part of those experiences. I've enjoyed crossing over to share pieces of all those elements in your big river retreat experience.

Why they chose this property

The river is the focal point of this neighborhood. It is peaceful and always putting on a show for you!

What makes this property unique

The river and all the wildlife and nature around it is what makes this such an incredible place to experience. There is something very protected and special here that we aim to preserve and share

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