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Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access!

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A room with a large window overlooking a backyard with a wooden deck, a hammock, and a view of trees and a lake.
A cozy corner with two armchairs, a small wooden table, and a window with blinds.
A rustic log cabin interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A cozy living room with a wooden interior, a sofa, a television, and a window.
A wooden staircase leading to a building surrounded by trees and vegetation.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Havana, IL
  • Place, Rockwell Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dierker Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access!

Embrace the outdoors and unwind for a quiet weekend, hunting trip, family retreat, bird watching, or just to get away with this unique lakeside cabin! Enjoy unparalleled sunset views of Quiver Lake right off the Illinois River and wildlife flying by while staying in this historic cabin furnished with locally repurposed lumber!
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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
Young children should be supervised by open water.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Please avoid pets on the furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place used towels in the front bathroom bathtub.
Drive safe!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please wear shoes on the beach to avoid stepping on any debris that might wash up on shore.
Please do not lean on the railing for either deck.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3489484vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Havana

Havana is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rockwell Park and Riverfront Park.
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Havana, IL

What's nearby

  • Rockwell Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Riverfront Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Dierker Lake - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Dickson Mounds Museum - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site - 47 min drive - 65.6 km

Getting around

  • Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy river retreat on the Illinois River with beach access! located?

Situated in Havana, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Rockwell Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Riverfront Park. Dierker Lake and Dickson Mounds Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable place to stay with a nice view. Close to town but also very quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed sitting out on the large deck with our dogs. Host was very helpful with any questions and responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway for the weekend. Great location, very quiet, and beautiful accommodations. Will definitely be coming back. Collin was an excellent host and his place is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend stay! The cabin was beautiful and had everything we needed to cook, grill and enjoy the river. We had a boat at the marina and easily beached it at the cabin. Colin was an excellent host and very easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a relaxed stay with nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was Clean and Well-maintained. The river was pretty high, so the Beach wasn't really usable. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great weekend getaway. Let all the worries behind and destroyed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay and plan to return! Clean and comfortable cabin. Having a bathroom in both bedrooms was a plus. We enjoyed watching the hummingbird's right near the deck along with the nice view of the water. Has pretty much everything you need for your stay. Recommend bringing your own fan If you like to sleep with one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and great location for excursions to Sand Ridge SF. Easy check-in and prompt, direct communication from host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive, everything was clean and neat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at this cozy cabin to visit family & friends. Cabin was cool when we arrived, very peaceful setting to relax on the back deck in the mornings. Minimal traffic on roadway allowing us to walk our dog out front or take the newly built steps in back down to the water. Easy access, host is very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful sunsets over the lake and river with migrating waterfowl filling the skies. Located very close to Emiquon National Wildlife and Chautauqua Wildlife Refuge. Owner was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very cozy and clean. Honestly, we had no complaints! Thanks so much for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing and cozy. Property manager was wonderful. will definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable

Very nice well accommodating to all our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We hope to have you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was rustic, but we are rustic people. Very satisfied with the cabin because 3 adults had a whole place to themselves for the price of a motel which may or may not have been disgusting. Could park 6 feet from the front door instead of packing all of our luggage into a motel room. Quiet location but only minutes from a few stores and food. Great communication from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Great rustic, yet updated, little place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vaca from home

We just wanted to get away from home but not too far. The cabin was amazing and we loved it. Cant wait to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing short stay

Enjoyed my short stay at the cabin. The Roku TV was great to watch movies on. I almost fell asleep on the couch because it was so comfortable! A very relaxing stay, I am looking forward to going back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Thanks again for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The water pressure was good in the shower, plenty of hot water. The AC worked great and kept us cool with hot 90 temps. The smart TV with movies gave us entertainment during the heat of the afternoon. The view from the deck was nice. We enjoyed relaxing at this VRBO.
Peaceful views of the water and wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very cozy. Loved the rustic charm and beautiful view of the lake from the living room or the deck. Quick, easy access to town to get provisions, shop and eat out. Quick response from owner to general questions. Highly recommend and plan to return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pheasant Hunt

Came up North to pheasant hunt with my friend and my son, along with a pack of bird dogs. The cabin was perfect. Great location, beautiful view, and just the right size. We take this trip every year, and will most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2024
Thank you for the review Justin! We are glad you all enjoyed your trip and would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short getaway

It was a great stay, not too far from home. Enjoyed sitting out on deck in shade. Short family getaway. Went night fishing because of the heat. Great sights to see, Asian carp jumping, gar rolling on the water, starry nights. Relaxing and family time was our main focus. Host was Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Satisfied Goose Chaser

I visited to seek out the migratory birds in the area along the river and at the local wildlife refuges. This place was the perfect location! On top of that, the bed was comfy, the kitchen had everything I needed (even though I kept bumping my head on the hanging pots and pans - my fault), and the view out towards the river was incredible. Will definitely be staying here again the next time I make a trip to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Glade you had a great stay, you're always welcome back Jordan!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short getaway

We chose this location because of the wildlife refuges in the area. I am an amateur photographer and heard about the snow geese migration at Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge and wanted to photograph it. The weather wasn’t real cooperative, but it was a great trip in spite of the cold and windy conditions. The cabin fit our needs perfectly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2024
Thank you for the kind review! Hopefully next time the weather is better!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A get away on the water

A get away on the water.. house was nice but smelled very moldy on first entering. A/C worked well. The top floor bedrooms were too hot to use. The bedspread was stained on one. The house was stocked with everything we needed to cook. 2 out of 3 of us slipped on the broken steps to the lake. I contacted Poison and am still miserable with it. That’s the worst part. I think for the price the outside could be kept better. No poison for sure. We enjoyed our stay. But at 145 a night it’s too much . The weeds block the view from the top and second patio. A beautiful storm blew in but the windows don’t open to enjoy the wind. Rustic does not have to mean unkept. The supplies were nice in case we forgot something. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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