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# Westfalia VW Bus #Vanlife Camping with Kayaking!

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Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp, where you can unwind in a vintage VW Westfalia Camper van on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River. With kayaks or paddleboards at your disposal, enjoy river bluffs and nature views. Share this serene setting with only a few other guests as we undergo renovations.

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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Westfalia VW Bus #Vanlife Camping with Kayaking!

\*SPRING - FALL ONLY\*  
Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp!  
  
Stay a night on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River, nestled on a couple of private acres in a vintage Shasta camper! Enjoy complimentary use of kayaks or paddleboards! Awesome river bluffs & nature views. Relaxing and serene!  
  
You'll potentially only share the property with one other set of guests as we undergo renovations on the other campers and on the property.  
  
45 minutes from downtown St. Louis, 20 minutes from St. Charles!  
The space  
Who needs a tent when you can have the experience of a lifetime on a classic, iconic and unrestored VW Westfalia Camper van?! One of the best views on the Mississippi River! An experience sure to never forget, guaranteed.  
  
The pop up top provides a small double bed with awesome screened in windows that allows for extra cool views! Down below, is another small double bed!  
  
2 chairs will be set up outside your vanny van to sit around a bon fire, or just to shoot the breeze.  
  
This is primitive camping, but way more cool. No water, no electric, just back to the basics fun :) (you may charge your phones at the outlets near the commons area)  
  
Bathroom is located on property near cabin. The shower is located on the side of the bathroom, and is an outdoor only shower (hot water available). Newly built, clean outhouse on the grounds also.  
  
If you love being next to water, if your a naturist, or just want a relaxing and peaceful getaway from the daily rat race, this is for you!  
  
\* Due to the overwhelming interest in our places, please read the ad in its entirety including the amenities tab, before you ask any questions! After reading it if you still have questions, we'd be happy to answer them.  
  
\*\* Message us for details for a discount when you stay for multiple nights.  
Guest access  
Enjoy complimentary use of kayaks or paddleboards! Shared use between all guests.  
  
Other accomodations offered at Portage Paddle Camp:  
  
\* Shasta Camper #2:  
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20402606  
  
\* BYOT (bring your ownt tent) :  
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19971765  
Other things to note  
\* Please be mindful that the closest gas station is 15 minutes away, plan ahead.  
  
\*The Vanny Van is best enjoyed in rain-free weather. We suggest taking a look at the forecast for our area for the day(s) you plan to reserve before finalizing your booking so you won't be disappointed :)  
  
\* During the summer months bring some bug spray, citronella candles, sunscreen, your own towels (we can provide some for you if you forget), shower essentials, bottled water, and whichever necessities you need for your camping stay!  
  
IMPORTANT:  
\- This is just like camping without a tent, but way more awesome.  
\- Items inside the camper such as the stove, refrigerator, or electric hookups, are NOT operable.  
\- There will be bugs and there will be some mosquitos (factors out of our control)-- did we mention the river is right there?  
\- Bear in mind that older/vintage does not = not clean.  
\- There is a newly built, clean, outhouse and the only shower is an outdoor shower.  
  
If these things are not your cup of tea, then this is probably not for you- we know the vanny van may be an exciting bucket list item for some, but kindly refrain from giving us anything less than awesome ratings, just because you weren't prepared to be in nature :)

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## Policies

### Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## 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

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

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Portage Des Sioux, MO

#### What's nearby

- Our Lady of the River \- 4 min drive \- 2.8 km
- Smelzer Lake \- 9 min drive \- 13.5 km
- Fast Lane Classic Cars \- 18 min drive \- 26.6 km
- Katy Trail \- 20 min drive \- 27.9 km
- Historic Main Street \- 21 min drive \- 28.6 km

#### Getting around

- Alton Station - 34 min drive
- St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 33 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪The Loading Dock - ‬26 min drive
- ‪Beagle At The Junction - ‬38 min drive
- ‪Grafton Oyster Bar - ‬25 min drive
- ‪The Winery at Aerie's Resort - ‬27 min drive
- ‪Froge's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive

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