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Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street

Family-friendly cabin in Grafton with a water park

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Plenty of summer shade at Grafton Getaway
During remodel-chimney was discovered behind a wall, along with a 1955 postcard
Games room
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 111600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Grafton, IL
  • Place, Pere Marquette State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Winery at Aerie's Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Raging Rivers Waterpark
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

"Let's Go Somewhere" (bedroom #2)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

"Oh, the Places You'll Go" (bedroom #3)

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street

Grafton Getaway - Cabin is a 2019 renovated home originally built in 1900. The long driveway crosses a spring-fed creek and winds up the hill to this secluded home which is surrounded by trees. Guests often hear the creek's flowing water from the front porch swing. This 1500 square foot home includes a full kitchen with complimentary coffee/tea/hot chocolate. The patio has a gas fire pit and the backyard has a Tiki smokeless fire pit with free firewood. Two hammocks and eight bicycles of all sizes are available for guest use. Watch for butterflies and hummingbirds which are drawn to the property by its many Mimosa Trees. 55 inch Smart TV and DVD player for rainy days. Make yourself at home! Or have a look at our waterfront sister property...Grafton Getaway - Riverhouse or our 23 acre Grafton Getaway - Farm with private fishing and wooded walking trail. Our newest locations are Grafton Getaway - Lodge and Grafton Getaway - Cottage. All five properties utilize staggered pricing so smaller bookings pay less than larger bookings.

As a hotel guest you would call the front desk when you need something, so if during your stay with us you ever feel your satisfaction is not at a 5-star level please let us know right away, while you are still with us, so we can remedy the situation and make your stay all you hoped it would be.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please inquire
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
-plz keep off beds/furniture -pet fee is $50
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO smoking pot or cigs or vaping indoors!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
No need to lock anything at check out
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
-The home has staggered pricing based on number of overnight guests. The stay rate rises by $25 starting with the 4th guest.
Please respect the neighbors and the neighborhood.
Late check outs without prior request or notification will result in a $30 late fee. If greater than 60 minutes late an additional $50 will apply

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: please inquire
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

Grafton

Located in Grafton, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Pere Marquette State Park, while Jersey County Historical Society and Cheney Mansion are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Raging Rivers Waterpark and American Legion Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grafton, IL

What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grafton SkyTour - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grafton Winery & Brewhaus - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Winery at Aerie's Resort - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Raging Rivers Waterpark - 12 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 30 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loading Dock - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aerie's Riverview Winery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Winery, The Vinyards - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drifters - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grafton Getaway-Cabin on 2 wooded acres just 1/2 mile from Main Street located?

This family-friendly Grafton cabin is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Grafton Winery & Brewhaus and Pere Marquette State Park. Mississippi River and Grafton Ice Cream Company are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly B., Morrisonville, Illinois

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

great place

great house and location. lots of fun things to do on the property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Excellent Girls Trip

Can’t say enough good things to describe how excellent our trip was. Host was very good with communication. Beautiful property and we had all we needed plus some.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla F.

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

everything was as advertised

I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gena N.

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

Great place

The outdoor space amazing. Lots of outdoor seating and games to play. Our family had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan P.

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

Family Getaway

The property was clean and nice! We had enough room for all of us and there were plenty of activities to keep us busy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

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

Get away

Great weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Nice place, nice owner :)

Thanks for the opportunity, kids enjoyed, I enjoyed, looking forward to our next visit to Grafton, maybe in another one of your properties.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Not long enough!

We had a super quick stay and cannot wait to come back. The cabin is amazing—so much to do inside and out. It was clean and comfy, great layout. The communications for renting were super smooth. We can’t wait to come back and spend more time to fully enjoy the space—especially what the outdoor adventures hold!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Expectations Met

Our stay was all that we anticipated. The home was beautifully set up. We loved that everything was labeled, that was so helpful! We also loved the seclusion and how close we were to the strip and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

First Family roadtrip

My kids enjoyed the outdoor activities to include life size chess! We had Game nights, and there was so much to choose from. This place was fantastic and the host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

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

Secluded in the city

Such a cute getaway! So much to do or you can sit on the front porch swing and listen to the creek. Everything was thought of! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Togetherness

We needed a place for the family to be all together for a graduation. Staying in hotels, you do not get to be together. This is a fantastic house with lots to do outside. Even though we booked last minute, the owner made sure it was ready to go for us. We will be coming back and staying again to explore the town...with just us adults and no teens. :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Friends Christmas

We had 3 couples and it was perfect!! The house is so cute! They have it stocked with everything you could need! We enjoyed the scrabble table, foosball table, record player and all the vinyls!! Very clean! So much to enjoy for all ages! We will visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Christmas weekend

We had a great time. Christmas at the cabin in the woods was very enjoyable. There was snow on the ground which made it even more picturesque. We saw eagles. Overall this was a great experience. The host was wonderful. The property was perfect. Absolutely will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want to get off the grid, but still have plenty of family fun at your fingertips, while at the same time being close to all the attractions of Grafton, this is your spot. There’s little or no cell connectivity at the property, but the free WiFi worked flawlessly. The host was also always readily available if we had any questions. We will very definitely be working with this host again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place the pictures don’t do it full justice. Was a great space. We will go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, beautiful location, and attentive host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca j.

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

Fun times

Love the place and very nice. So relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Family get away!

Enjoy sitting outside on patio with family. Plenty of seating for everyone. Kitchen was well stocked. Definitely would come back and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Amazing Property! Our 2nd visit!

This was my 2nd time staying here and it won't be the last! Amazing Property and very clean! Lots to do outside and a short way to downtown Grafton. We enjoyed celebrating a friend's retirement.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

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

Very good stay.

The location was convenient to town and we used the car ferry to St Charles.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Getting away to the Grafton Getaway was really good for our souls. The host, Brandon, communicates well and they have thought of everything you can think of to make your stay comfortable including free toothbrushes, coffee pods, and sound machines in every bedroom! The front porch with the swing and babbling brook below is a little slice of heaven even though we had quite a lot of rain during our stay. Had dinner and drinks out at Grafton Pub, 3rd Chute, and the Oyster Bar which are all within a mile of the cabin. We will most definitely be back when we want to experience Grafton and the peacefulness this property affords. I can see why guests have rated this place 5 stars. If I could give it more, I would!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl M.

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

Awesome!

Love the cabin and the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

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

Everything was great

Beautiful house, beautiful area. It was everything that we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay! We loved all the amenities! It was the perfect weekend getaway! We will be planning another trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Jeffers

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I love to travel and am proud to have set foot on all seven continents. Throughout my wanderlust (27 countries and counting) I've met some wonderful people, had some memorable adventures, and I feel that hosting others in my Travel-themed guesthouse is a new and interesting way to "Ramble On".

Why they chose this property

Grafton has always been a favorite place of mine and as a General Contractor for a living when I discovered the vacant, run down property with no updates, a hole in the roof, a sinking front porch, etc. I decided to buy it and create a rustic, secluded getaway for my family, friends, and guests. I am a proud member of the Grafton Chamber of Commerce.

What makes this property unique

During my first visit to the property I heard the sound of the creek flowing from the front porch swing and it put me in a happy place, and I hope it does for you also.

Languages:

English