Holiday houses in Elsah

Home Away from Home! Historic with Modern Comforts

You'll love this charming 1,750 sq ft home on 1/3 acre in a prestigious & quiet historic Alton-Godfrey neighborhood. High-end comfy beds, nice bath towels, hardwood floors and Totally remodeled Kitchen, Bathroom & Powder room. Central A/C & Heat, abundant natural lighting & outdoor patio living. High-speed wireless internet & local TV channels on the Big Screen HDTV. Impeccably clean & maintained for your ultimate comfort & enjoyment! (NO Parties, Gatherings or Events). PLEASE READ HOUSE RULES

301 Guesthouse- Historic Main street-Katy Trail

Our 301 Guest House is new and completely remodeled in 2018! It’s ideal for one or two people with beautiful furnishings, great queen bed, lots of amenities, full kitchen, with big back yard and patio to enjoy outdoors too! Cable and FAST WiFi! Enjoy light Breakfast! BEST location, Great events year round within walking distance, with being only about 2 blocks from S. Main St, where there are about 100 gift shops n restaurants! Katy Trail is so close, with Spring, Summer, Fall and Xmas events!

Grafton Getaway @ The Cabin (2 wooded acres)

Our 124 year old Cabin is just a 1/2 mile from Main Street. The long driveway crosses a spring-fed creek and winds up the hill to a secluded home surrounded by trees. Guests often hear the creek's flowing water from the front porch swing. This 1600 square foot home includes a full kitchen with complimentary coffee and tea. The patio has a gas fire pit and the backyard has a Tiki smokeless fire pit with free firewood. Hammocks and bicycles for guest use. 50 meg Wifi. Make yourself at home!

Camp Mill Pond: Historic Cabin Near Main Street

*St. Louis Magazine A-List Winner!* ***PRESS: DESIGN STL, STL MAG, AND FOX2NEWS*** Camp Mill Pond is a throwback to the slow and easy rhythm of hot summer days. This circa 1835 cabin offers easy access to our historic area, including Main Street, Katy Trail for biking, and Frenchtown, without sacrificing modern comforts! This 180-year-old historic cabin sits on a beautiful lot, shared with our 1865 three-story home and a two-story carriage house. Ask about renting bikes and a golf cart!

Cozy cabin on farm near Jerseyville and Grafton IL

No cleaning fees! Relax in this cozy cabin on a 30 acre farm w/beautiful views & peaceful surroundings. Near shopping, wineries, nightlife, hunting & fishing. Abundant wildlife & farm animals-horses, cows, chickens, goats, sheep, geese. Two bedrooms (one in a spacious loft) with a queen sofa sleeper in the living room. Full kitchen w/dish washer. Fireplace & cathedral ceilings in living room. Full bath w/shower. Covered front porch. Screen porch off living area w/outdoor seating. Fire pit.

Christmas Getaway in Historic Old St. Charles

Welcome to Pop Luck's Guest Suite! This adorable gem represents everything you love about Old St. Charles. This cozy suite is just steps away from the heart of Main Street, restaurants, and all the action St. Charles has to offer. Pop Luck's is a charming one-bedroom, with an open and airy living room and kitchen. It has natural light and high ceilings throughout. It's farmhouse cottage decor makes for a relaxing place to rest. Also, check out our sister suite The Ella Rose, right next door.

Peaceful lower level apt in wooded neighborhood

A self contained apartment located in the basement of our home. 2 private entrances, self check-in and check-out. The neighbors in our cul-de-sac are trees and cardinals (the birds not the baseball players.) Quiet enough to work, work, work. Spacious enough to play, play, play. Christian Hospital 6 min, Airport 17 min, Busch Stadium 24 min, Convention Plaza 24 min, Downtown St. Louis 25 min. Very near nature reserves and confluence of Missouri and Mississippi Rivers.

Aunt M's Place

The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally-located home. There's plenty to see and do in the Riverbend area of Illinois. This home's proximity to the roads along the Mississippi, as well as the short drive to the Clark bridge or Amtrak station, make for easy access to everything the St. Louis area has to offer. The area is a major stopover for many migratory birds and boasts a number of sites for observing the birds during their travels.

Cozy Cottage off Main Street in Grafton

Cedar Street Retreat is nestled in the woods just off Main St in Grafton, IL. After crossing a creek bed,you will arrive at Cedar St. where you will find a quiet comfort. Enjoy the rustic charm of exposed brick and spacious rooms. This unique historic home built in the late 1800's includes a kitchen furnished with coffee and cooking accessories. Two bedrooms and a full size futon in living room provide plenty of room to entertain or relax.

Pelican's Perch

Looking for a cozy and comfortable getaway? Pelican's Perch is nestled in the bluffs along the confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi rivers. Watch beautiful sunsets, bald eagles or river barges right from your own covered deck. Enjoy wineries, restaurants, bars & shopping -- all within walking distance. This beautifully decorated 3-bedroom condo is ideal for families, couples, business travelers or girls' or guys' weekends.

White Lotus Hideaway | Hot Tub on Main Street

The White Lotus: Romantic Hideaway on Main Street Escape to The White Lotus, an exclusive hot tub retreat for couples on Grafton’s Main Street. Enjoy your exclusive Aspen Pioneer spa, robes, and a coffee bar while being steps from restaurants, bars, live music, and riverfront fun. Perfect for weekday escapes or weekend adventures, with optional Romance/Birthday Package to make your stay unforgettable.

Private, Bluff-Top Cottage Above Mississippi River

This charming, remodeled cottage is conveniently located between Grafton and Alton, IL on top of the bluff, high above the Mississippi River and the Great River Road. This 2 bedroom cottage is in a private, woodland setting perfect for your bird and wildlife viewing. We have seen many eagles, turkey and deer. Although there is not WiFi in the house, there is a WiFI and River viewing area close by.