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Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden cabinetry, and a convenient island with stools.
Set amidst mature trees, this charming house features a front porch with a bench and a welcoming entrance.
Cozy room with a dresser, crib, and window.
Cozy fireplace area with a glass door, stone wall, and framed portraits.
Situated in a residential area, this single-story house features a front porch and covered entryway.

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

About this property

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

Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition

Lamoreaux Home
"We owe recovery of the Nauvoo Bell to the Lamoreaux family" (http://www.lds.org/ensign/1981/02/i-have-a-question). Come and find out more about the controversial (and conflicting) stories surrounding the rescue and transportation of the Nauvoo Bell—stories posted throughout the house.
Just down the street from the Nauvoo Temple, experience Nauvoo with this historic 1840s home as a base for all your adventures. Owned by the Lamoreaux family of Historic 1840s Nauvoo, sleeps ten comfortably, is within walking distance of the Nauvoo Temple, and has a modern addition with all the amenities. Although situated near Old Nauvoo and the wonderful historic sites down on the "flats," the home sits on quiet end of Knight Street and backs to a large communal back yard with a well-equipped pavilion that is also available for day-rental. Perfect for large groups or small families.
The home sleeps ten comfortably with five bedrooms--four of them in the historic part of the house, and one in the loft. Two have king beds, and three queens. The large living room downstairs has lots of lounge and sitting room and a gas fireplace. The kitchen and separate dining area provide all the appliances and kitchen needs for a large family. A large, double-wide driveway for plenty of parking. The house addition includes a historic stairway that was moved from a 150-year-old bank and a full service bathroom with Jacuzzi (and shower) on the main floor. There is also a full bath in the basement (with shower), and a half bath in the loft. There is a washer and dryer for guest use downstairs, and the home is centrally heated and cooled for year-round comfort. High speed Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player all for guest use. The deck out back is a perfect place for a BBQ or for relaxing on those warm summer evenings while enjoying the gentle summer breeze.
Amenities
. 3 Queen Beds
. 2 King Beds
. Gas fireplace
. Spacious, open living room
. Full Kitchen with Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
. Washer and Dryer for guest use
. High Speed Wireless Internet
. TV and DVD Player, and Cable TV
. Dishware, Utensils, Towels, and Linens Provided
. Three Bathrooms, One with Jacuzzi/shower, and one with shower only
. Down the street from the Nauvoo Temple, Visitor's Center, and Historical District
. Centrally Heated and Cooled
. Sleeps 10 comfortably
. Deck in the back

Property manager

Leslie J Petersen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

About the area

Map
Nauvoo, IL

What's nearby

  • Nauvoo State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Baxter's Vineyards - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Historic Nauvoo - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rheinberger House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Joseph Smith Historic Site - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Madison Station - 19 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vel's Amigo's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition on Aug 6, 2025 start from CA $330.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Nauvoo State Park, Weld House Museum, and Nauvoo Public Library. Baxter's Vineyards and Historic Nauvoo are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Historic 1840s Lamoreaux House / Modern Addition Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris G.

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

A great location, large home for our gamily

The location was close to the Nauvoo Temple. We walked to the temple for sunset most nights. It was a few minutes drive to Old Nauvoo. It was a great accommodation for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Nice and quiet

Had a wonderful time at the Vrbo and enjoyed the towns of Ft. Madison and Nauvoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenore W.

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

Family

Nice historical home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Opal J.

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

Nauvoo stay

We got in very early in the morning and with the door code getting in was a breeze. We enjoyed our stay. It was quiet snd roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl L.

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

Great Home

The home was nice, plenty of beds for everyone we brought. Kids enjoyed the loft and back deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

History with modern amenities

The main home was built when Nauvoo was just being established and an addition was added that included some upgraded space without detracting from the history for cozy family gatherings. We loved staying there with our family and would do it again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

Awesome!

What a beautiful, and very comfortable house in a nice little town. There was six of us there and we had plenty of room! Plenty of room for parking too. We definitely look forward to staying next year when we pass through.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

Perfect

We stayed at this house as Nauvoo pageant family cast. It was the perfect thing for us with bathtub for our littles, washer/dryer for our costumes, comfortable beds for all 11 of us, and management that responded immediately to concerns.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying in an historic home was definitely a great addition to our stay. We really enjoyed imagining what it would have been like in the 1840s. Because it is an historic home, it is not as roomy and convenient as some homes we have stayed in, but the history of the house was a good trade-off.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate B.

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

Interesting historical house with modern conveniences

We enjoyed our stay here. The host was very responsive, and everything went smoothly. Being an older house, the light/dimmer switches were somewhat of an adventure. Guests should know that only two bedrooms are fully private, with two bedrooms passing through to other bedrooms and one being a loft area above the family room.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024