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Peter Ray House

Experience old-world charm as you explore historic sites and wineries nearby. Then return to cozy up by the fire pit or relax in front of one of three TVs.

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Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peter Ray House

This 150-year-old story and a half house is approximately 1200 square feet, with central air and three TVs. It has a front porch the entire width of the house and a spacious patio in the back, including a fire pit for your outdoor enjoyment. The first floor has a kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, and bedroom. The second floor has a second bath and is an open concept with a king-size bed and a sofa/sleeper. The second floor will sleep four comfortably, with the entire house sleeping six.

Nestled in the scenic bluffs of the Mississippi River valley, Maeystown boasts a rich German heritage with old-world architecture and hosts several festivals every year.

The village of Maeystown offers:
(go to Maeystown.com for more info)
• Hank & Lilly’s Creekside, a bar & grill
• Katzenjammers, massage therapy & shop
• A Coffee Shop
• Corner George Inn (a BNB)
Corner George Inn Sweet Shop
• Georgia Mae’s Antiques and Collectibles
• Maeystown General Store
• Maeystown Museum
• St John United Church of Christ

Nearby Activities:
(google the below for more info)
• Wineries: Schorr Lake Vineyards & Winery; DeVinos Winery; The Pour Winery
• Hiking Trails: Salt Lick and Johnson Trail Loop; Fults Hill Prairie Preserve; White Rock Nature Preserve Trail
• Historic Sites: Salem-Baum Evangelical Church; EagleCliff-Miles Cemetery; Fort de Chartres; Fort Kaskaskia
• Golf Courses: Annbriar; Mystic Oak; Acorns (5 miles from Maeystown); River Lakes
• World Shooting and Recreational Complex
• Breweries: Stubborn German Brewing Co; Hopskeller Brewing Co; Lieferbrau Brewery

Property manager

Joyce Kuergeleis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

title here
Peter Ray House Maeystown
Peter Ray House Private vacation home
Peter Ray House Private vacation home Maeystown

About the area

Map
Maeystown, IL

What's nearby

  • Illinois Caverns State Natural Area - 20 min drive
  • Busch Stadium - 61 min drive
  • St. Louis Union Station - 62 min drive
  • Gateway Arch - 63 min drive
  • St. Louis Zoo - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walsh's Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern At Maeystown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dreamland Palace German Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rooster HIll Farm & Gift Emporium - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Acorns Banquet Facilities - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peter Ray House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peter Ray House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peter Ray House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peter Ray House located?

Situated in Maeystown, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Illinois Caverns State Natural Area, Mississippi River, and Lakeview Park. Lions Park and Borsch Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Peter Ray House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison N.

Great place!
We enjoyed our stay! House was super clean and a great place for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath D.

Weekend getaway
House was perfect. Old house in an old small town that was perfect for a night getaway. The house is in very good shape and has great history to it. Bed was comfortable and everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Omaha, NE

Amazing Stay!
Very clean and lots of nice features like a fire pit along with lovely kitchen. Would stay again as the whole family loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Beautiful fall weather get away
We had a great time in Maeystown!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Great stay and so quiet.
Beautiful place to stay. Very quiet neighborhood. Would love to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JESSE LEE M.

Great stay at the Peter Ray house
We had a great stay. The property was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked, as were the bathrooms. We were a group of five and there was plenty of room for all of us. The property was in excellent condition and well maintained. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach O.

Totally Satisfied
Was so happy staying here - satisfied in every way. The house was just as described (even better than I expected), clean, and comfortable. Communication with Joyce was excellent - she was always available, and very descriptive with the overall checkin/checkout process. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. (:
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

This house is awesome. It is clear the owners put a lot of love and themselves into what appears to have been a total renovation. But renovation or not, the house still has all the charm of the 1870’s home that it is. We were only here for a night but I’ve would love to have stayed much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryant S.

Beautiful little town
Very clean and well cared for historic property. Helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Amazing
Beautiful quiet town. Very nice neighbors and a beautiful historical home very well maintained. Definitely will be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Weekend getaway
Peter Ray house is a great place to stay! Very well done! Modern and clean with all the historic touches of the original house! Enjoyed our stay in this very historic home and town. Peaceful and scenic. A perfect getaway! You will enjoy it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Christmas Holiday Vacation
This is the second time our family has had Christmas in Maeystown and we love the property and the charm of the town.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Peter Ray House in Maeystown, IL
Wonderful and well kept home in a beautiful and historic village. We loved the place and look forward to a return visit next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

This house was super clean and so comfy. We loved it's charm and personality.
It was great! We would love to visit again in the fall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Welcoming home for the greatest getaway!
Loved the location and the front porch made morning coffee special. The rooms were spacious, the kitchen well stocked and we appreciated the vintage decor. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody R.

Beautiful Place
Absolutely beautiful home. Very well decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

Delightful home
Our stay was wonderful at the Peter Ray house. It was an excellent location and such a warm atmosphere. Maeystown is such a beautiful quaint little town and this home makes it even more special
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Charming little getaway!
This house was so beautifully restored and lovingly decorated to make the history come alive! It was white glove clean on top of that. We really loved the cozy upstairs as a place to hang out and the huge covered front porch was just gorgeous for watching storms. The town is quiet and charming. It was just right for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon L.

Just amazing
Joyce was really friendly, the house is lovely and the location is just beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charkene L.

Peter Ray House
This is an amazing property. The home is beautiful and very period appropriate. It felt like home. The front porch was very relaxing. We loved sitting outside and relaxing. This home was immaculate on the inside, with plenty of room for the 3 of us. I can not say enough about this home. We will definitely be back to visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith J.

Historic Charm
Well appointed house with lots of historic charm. Joyce has made the house super cozy. Definitely looking forward to another weekend getaway soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CATHY P.

Beautiful Historic Home
Outstanding renovation on an older home with a history. Extremely quiet town that was the perfect place to decompress from all the wedding activities we were in the area for. Highly recommend - Joyce is an excellent host to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Absolutely loved this house
Very charming house in a quaint town. The house was very comfortable, we loved it and will stay again the next time we’re in the area. The house was spotless, bed comfortable, kitchen had all the essentials and the front porch made a nice place to drink our morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Clean and Cool
A beautiful historic home in a wonderful town. We enjoyed our visit. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Roger D D.

Very nice place and very clean. Needs hand rails front and back
Very nice
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2023