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Historic Haven off the River Road

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A dining area with a wooden table, cushioned chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen.
A coffee bar area with a stone backsplash, a coffee machine, and two green mugs on the counter.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a rug.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a stone backsplash.
A deck with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a white railing.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Elsah, IL
  • Place, Pere Marquette State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Union Station
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Zoo
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Elsah

Elsah is home to this holiday home. Grafton SkyTour and Grafton Winery & Brewhaus are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Grafton Ice Cream Company and Mineral Springs Mall. Raging Rivers Waterpark and Jacoby Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Elsah, IL

What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette State Park - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Gateway Arch - 44 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Busch Stadium - 45 min drive - 67.4 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 46 min drive - 66.6 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 51 min drive - 82.1 km

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 23 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loading Dock - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grafton Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Southern Coastal Cuisine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beagle At The Junction - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Winery at Aerie's Resort - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Haven off the River Road pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Haven off the River Road?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Haven off the River Road?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Haven off the River Road located?

Situated in Elsah, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Mississippi River and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Raging Rivers Waterpark. Grafton Ice Cream Company and Treehouse Wildlife Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My three sisters and Aunt stayed here! This property was Very cozy, clean and spacious! The restaurant across the street was amazing the people extremely polite and sociable! We will definitely be booking again,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is spotless! It is very comfortable, and the location is fabulous. The hosts are excellent. We stay here every time we come to Elsah for an event. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property fit our needs perfectly. Loved being able to sit out on very private deck early in day and then agin in the evening We had pants that needed washed so washer and dryer were very handy. Delightful house where we could spread out and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the very best time at Elsah's Finn Inn. This was our second year booking with Beth and her house. She is such an attentive and gracious host! The house is very well appointed, and close to all of the amenities of Alton and Grafton. We loved walking the village everyday.The kitchen was everything we needed for our family supper when we were eating in, and loved the little bistro across the street!We cannot wait to book next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic house and village

Nice area, clean house, excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house for our girls weekend away! So beautiful. Elsah is adorable, & the restaurant across the street was amazing. Tons of space, fully updated kitchen, perfect little deck off the back to sit & enjoy the quiet. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

The house and neighborhood are adorable. We loved our stay & would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love staying here! Cozy and lovely! The Village of Elsah is picture perfect! My my heart happy the moment we arrive! The house is clean and extremely charming! Plus, the restaurant across the street is a must! Some of the best food you'll ever have, let alone in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2026
Thank you for your review and we are always happy to host you in Elsah !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great historic area and property was conveniently located for our visit to Alton & Grafton.The restaurant right across the street was a great spot for dinner our first night. The room arrangements worked out great with two bedrooms on one side of home and the other one on opposite (above garage loft).Stairs to two bedroom side are steep and narrow - fine for our stay but would create issues for elderly guests.Would definitely consider staying again if available during our next visit down.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visiting friends with a stay in Elsah

Elsah is a quaint little village that is warm and charming. We stayed at an adorable house named Finn Inn that was equally clean and beautiful! There's a restaurant across the street that is frosting on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is very clean and comfortable. It is modern and updated. It is right across the street from a very good restaurant. We had absolutely no problems during our stay. It is very well kept. I would highly recommend it and I would stay here again myself.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in a very sweet village. The residents in the neighborhood are super friendly. There’s a cool shop at the entrance featuring local artists and fair trade items. We were very pleased with the condition of the house. Easy stay! FYI: There were no Uber, Lyft, taxi, or trolley services available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing. I enjoyed everything about this home, location, and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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