Title: Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=122167899&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi Vacation home on the beach, with hot tub ## Photo gallery for Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi ![Property grounds - Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi (Port Byron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122170000/122167900/122167899/941feb21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi (Port Byron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122170000/122167900/122167899/66fa30e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi (Port Byron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122170000/122167900/122167899/59b7d65f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi (Port Byron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122170000/122167900/122167899/6885a301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi (Port Byron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122170000/122167900/122167899/c440d535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi Surround yourself with nature at this dreamy river house with its own boat ramp and incredible dock! Perfect for large families or a small group retreat experience. If you love nature; spot eagles and countless birds in the trees, fish off the dock, kayak the river, bike ride up the great river trail, take a hot tub soak and sauna at "the spa shop" on property. Enjoy a cozy fire; inside or outside. Bring your boat/rent a boat or jet skis and enjoy a ride up the Mississippi. Endless possibilities in this wonderful place! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112485400/112485310/ff76e51e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The LeClaire Driftwood Retreat on the Mississippi River! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Port Byron, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Elton E Fawks Bald Eagle Refuge Nature Preserve, while Buffalo Bill Museum and The Rust Belt are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Port Byron travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Byron.dx3000435073) [View more Vacation homes in Port Byron](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Byron-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000435073-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.63500%2C-90.33728&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=74z2mYvj2Ee-nbmEwXbRF5i9OUw=) Port Byron, IL ### What's nearby - Dorrance Park 2 min drive \- 2.8 km - Antique Archaeology 11 min drive \- 13.5 km - The TBK Bank Sports Complex 15 min drive \- 22.6 km - Vibrant Arena at The MARK 25 min drive \- 30.8 km - Rhythm City Casino 27 min drive \- 40.3 km ### Getting around - Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 12 min drive - Casey's 3 min drive - Breakfast at Berries 11 min drive - Riverbend Pizza Place 4 min drive - Jerry's 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi? ### What time is check-out at Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi? ### Where is Big River Retreat on the Mighty Mississippi located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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