Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions

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Early morning view from behind the lodge getting ready to catch some fish.

Beautiful view from across the pond with kids playing in the snow.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 405400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Griggsville, IL

Mark Twain Cave and Cameron Cave
‪62 min drive‬
Mark Twain Cave
‪66 min drive‬
Mississippi River
‪94 min drive‬
Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 40)

Bedroom 1 Main Level

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 Main Level

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 Main Level

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 Upper Level

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 Upper Level

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6 Upper Level

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7 located basement level.

1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 8 BasementLevel

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 in lounge area.

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 on main floor.

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 Upper Level

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4 on third floor.

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5 on third floor.

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 is located downstairs.

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Our lodge has 3 stories with a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms. Each floor has its own washer and dryer and big screen TV. Some bedrooms are set up with Queen size beds, King size beds and some with log Bunk style beds. The upper level has a loft overlooking the large kitchen below. We have an additional family room in the (garage) as well as in the basement.

Also have a 3 seasons wet room downstairs that over looks the 3 acre pond. A 3 tier drop down deck that surrounds the entire cabin offering a beautiful panoramic view from sunrise to sunset w/ease of access to the waters edge for great fishing anytime of day. An anchored dock to fish from and an additional floating dock located in the middle of the pond.

Great for kayaks and a paddle boat for those of you that choose to work out those legs. All this beauty rests in the middle of over 3000 acres of woods, corn and soybean fields. Beautiful hiking trail through the woods behind the lodge. The morrell mushrooms are everywhere during the end of April into the first part of May.

All of our creeks are loaded with geodes of every shape and size for those, that enjoy outdoor activities . We also have a fire pit (firewood available )for late night camp fires or roasting hot dogs and marshmallows near the waters edge.

So between the swimming, fishing, hiking, geode hunting, mushroom hunting, paddle boat, kayaks, Mt. biking, scenic drives, bird watching, wildlife viewing, campfires, horse shoes, and still being with in 15 minutes of town, I'm sure you will have no problem enjoying yourself to the fullest and relaxing at our beautiful Bradshaw Lodge LLC.

Property manager

Stacey Burnett

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Under 18 accompanied by a parent

Events

No events allowed

With special permission granted by owner

Pets

No pets allowed

Strictly no pet policy allowed in the lodge

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside lodge. Assess damage fees will

YOU MUST BE 25 YRS OLD TO RENT/ NO UNDER AGE DRINKING OR DRINKING IN EXCESS /NO DRUGS THIS INCLUDES MARIJUANA / NO SMOKING / DO NOT DESTROY PROPERTY

STRIP ALL SOILED BEDS AT THE END OF YOUR STAY/ NO SHOES PERMITTED IN THE LODGE/ CHECK IN 4PM CHECK OUT 10AM Very strict especially during peak season

ANY ILLEGAL ACTIVITY OR VIOLATION OF HOUSE RULES ARE GROUNDS TO VACATE THE PREMISES IMMEDIATELY $300. cash deposit for our boats, refundable.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: with special permission granted by owner

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

Griggsville, IL

What's nearby

Old Orchard Country Club - 31 min drive - 22.3 km
Morgan County Fairgrounds - 53 min drive - 61.1 km
Mark Twain Cave and Cameron Cave - 62 min drive - 74.6 km
Mark Twain Cave - 66 min drive - 77.0 km
Mississippi River - 94 min drive - 82.1 km

Getting around

Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive
‪The Bucket - ‬17 min drive
‪The Pit - ‬18 min drive
‪The Boonedocks Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪107 Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of King Park, John Greene Shastid House and Pike County Historic Museum. Siloam Springs State Park and Old Orchard Country Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

25 Dec 2024

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

great again

will stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

8 Jul 2024

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

Family Time

This lodge was the perfect place for our family to gather. Between the lake and the house there was always something to do while renewing relationships.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayanne S.

2 Apr 2024

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

Friends get-together

A fun place for a group to gather and enjoy being together! Kids had a lot of fun fishing and kayaking!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tong Y.

4 Aug 2023

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

VRBO first experience

Stacey was helpful and place is good for our group.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

26 Jun 2024

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

Family Vacation

This was a home away from home for us. With our family having different activities in our lives, the lodge allowed everyone to come and go as they needed to. This was our 5th year coming here because of it being a central location, it's cleanliness, and having activities available. The family loves the kitchen and it's appliances and cooler!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph F.

27 Jun 2018

Family Reunion is a Success

Lots of room to roam, plenty of bathrooms, beautiful view, Stacy was super helpful. Everyone loved it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frances Luba M.

7 Jul 2023

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

Perfect for large groups...

The family loved swimming in the lake. There was plenty of room for all of us. Stacy was great to work with. We had a great time.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dave C.

10 Jul 2024

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

Family Reunion

The property was perfect for our family reunion. Plenty of bedroom space. The kitchen was a little small for the size of our group, but everything we needed was there. The large sitting room was perfect for our family and we played lots of games on the tables. Not sure if we will come back to the area, but if we do we would love to come back here!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer k.

16 Jan 2023

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

Amazing property with so much to offer !

Great space with plenty of bedrooms for everyone ! Love the huge kitchen with 2 family size tables for everyone to eat at ! The kids all love swimming in the lake all day too ! Such a wonderful experience as this was our second time there and we can’t wait to go back this year! Thanks for a great time!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

23 Jul 2023

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

Awesome venue for large group fun!!!

We needed a large place for a college reunion - multiple families with kids of all ages. This place delivered! Plenty of beds, lounge space, clean, secluded and tons of fun for everyone - kids and adults. The kids only got out of the lake for rain and the adults had plenty of space to chat, relax, and/or play games. Thanks for the memories!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

4 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Labor Day!

This lodge was perfect for our group! Plenty of space for everyone. The kids loved swimming, using the kayaks, and fishing. The yard was great for yard games too! The adults loved sitting on the large deck and visiting while still being able to watch the kids play. At night the stars were beautiful and we even saw some shooting stars too! Stacey was wonderful to work with. Great time making wonderful memories.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marjorie E.

27 Sept 2024

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

Getaway gathering

The host Stacey was very prompt and effecient to communicate with. Our access to the property was a bit of a hiccup. A grain machine nearly had the driveway blocked to get onto the property. Once there, we had to communicate with the host to get into the house as the door was not unlocked like we had discussed the day before. Again, she was prompt to resolve the situation. The house was very accommodating and had great amenities. The outdoor spaces were very nice. We loved the primitive firepit with stocked wood! This place is huge and could hold a lot of people! Beautiful place to get away from city life!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara R.

19 Aug 2023

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

Family time

Lots of green space and house had lots of room for 29 of us It was our annual family get together. The main issue was the pond. It was not fit to swim in. Which was a big disappointment

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

1 Sept 2022

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

Family Birthday party/reunion

Excellent. Friendly. Fun. Helpful. This place is the place to get away from the world. It's away from everyone, quiet and relaxing. The children played in the water (the lake could use some cleaning) from daylight till dark. Yes! We would rent this property again

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

5 Jul 2022

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

Disliked: Location

Great place for large family! Gracious and helpful hostess!

The lodge is spacious, nicely furnished, good services (air co., hot water, walk-in fridge, dish washer, beds, kitchen utensils, etc.) and roomy for our 30 family members from infants to grand-parents. The pond has some surface growth, but it didn't hinder us from fishing, boating, and swimming. Only downers - the roads and flies are horrible!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merle S.

26 Jun 2022

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

Family Time

Our large family throughly enjoyed a 4 nights stay. The accomodations were way beyond our expectations. We enjoyed the pond, for fishing and swimming along with the kyacks, paddleboats and the floating dock . The location was nice and quiet until we arrived. :) Enjoyed the wildlife, the nature trails and just special quality time with our families who came from PA - KS. A great central meeting place.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

1 May 2022

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

Overall a great place to getaway

A group of friends spent the weekend together at this large and comfortable lodge. There is plenty of space and the first and second floors are clean and comfortable. Guests loved the beds and the many bathrooms. Guests also raved about the beautiful property, from the pond to the hiking trails. While this lodge is clearly worthy of a five star review, I will say the check in process felt more like a bunch of warnings instead of a friendly welcome. I understand the need to establish some ground rules, but during the walk through it felt like we, the adult paying guests in our mid thirties, we’re being seen as more of a liability than mature adult guests who simply wanted to enjoy each other’s company. It wasn’t the best way to set the tone for the weekend. Regardless the owners do a great job of having many accessories and staying in touch via phone. I would recommend this lodge to all large groups.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Oct 2021

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

Sibling Getaway

Every fall our family of seven siblings, spouses and parents plan a trip. We are now set on staying here every fall. Couldn't ask for a cleaner, spacious, private, well equipped location, and a gracious host. AND it is well within our budget. Would recommend to anyone who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jill B., Jackson MN

7 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home & location (pros & cons)

This is an awesome home in a beautiful rural setting. We had 9 adults & 3 children and we had more than enough space for everyone. The pond was awesome for paddle boating and swimming off of the dock. Pros: Great home. Great location. Peaceful setting. Had 3 refrigerators and a walk in cooler which was very convenient. Firewood was furnished for the fire pit which was great. We were allowed to check in 2 1/2 hours early which really worked out great for our group. Cons: A day prior to arrival I received a text from the property owner telling me that they required a $300 (cash only) deposit for the kayak paddles regardless if you were going to use the kayaks or not. I felt like this should have been part of the VRBO listing and have the ability to pay through VRBO. I was required to take out the $79 insurance which should have covered any damages. The only other downside were things like no remote for the kitchen TV which made it unusable. Mouse droppings in the kitchen drawers and dead flies on the window sills in the bedrooms. However, it was mainly a very clean place but those things were overlooked and shouldn't have been. Kayaks had plugs missing which made them unusable for the adults. Regardless of the cons, I believe we would stay there again if given a chance to work that out with our group.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

20 Aug 2021

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

Perfect getaway!!

2nd time here for my family. Property is awesome, lots of fun to be had outside!! Plenty of room for everyone. My only complaint would be to upgrade the cookware, not a great selection of pot and pans. Other than that my family and the one we were with had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

19 Aug 2021

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

Spectacular spot

Beautiful wood work, awesome views, all around a fantastic property! We will definitely be back in the future!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Joyce H.

10 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for large families

Had a wonderful family time. One more bathroom would make it more accommodating for the number of people it sleeps. Dock sinking into pond and supplied kayaks short on oars but we still had a nice time together.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Pamela W.

25 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Location

Okay, but some minor changes could make it better.

The property is quite nice, but minor changes could make it better. We discovered that there were mice in the facility. The mice had chewed the toilet paper in the bathroom in the lowest level and we had to go to the store to get more. There was also evidence of mice in the laundry room on the main floor in the garage. Also we were not aware of a $300 cash deposit that was needed to use the kayak paddles. I had to run to the ATM to get the money. It was fully refunded at the end of our stay. The king bed upstairs is very uncomfortable, very hard. An extra blanket for each bedroom would be nice. We have stayed here before and we like the location as it is centrally located for members of our family and the kids really enjoy the lake. There is plenty of space in the kitchen and lots of refrigerator space since we bring and prepare our own food for the weekend. Overall, this is a good vacation spot.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn M.

23 Jul 2021

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

Family reunion

Was great children had fun in the water and on the kayaks

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

25 Jun 2021

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

Celebrated our 50th Wedding Anniversary with our 40 kids and grandkids

Wonderful for all ages!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Stacey Burnett

I am Eric Bradshaw. I was born and raised here in the Griggsville area. This property has been apart of my family for many years as well the lodge was my home at one time. I shared my home with friends and family for special events, family reunions, community fundraisers and weddings..... My family and I now live just off site and I am only a phone call away. I enjoy working on the farm and am a strong supporter of most things Agriculturally related. My family lives here in the immediate area and I am very active in the local community. I cherish the many memories and family traditions I have made here at the lodge as my home, now I have a chance to share it with you and hear of your families wonderful traditions .

Why they chose this property

What better place to make childhood memories, reconnect with family, and have an adventure all in one spot.
We are centrally located in the USA in Americas Heartland between the Mighty Mississippi River and the Illinois River. We believe that this is the perfect place for your rustic get away, with plenty of opportunity for a kid to be a kid and for mom, dad, and Grandparents and extended family to relax and enjoy.

What makes this property unique

We speak to all of our guests at the time of your reservation. We want you to have the confidence of knowing what to expect before you arrive. Even though we have provided some pictures and a brief description of our property , sometimes this just doesn't quite answer all the questions. We feel that a one on one conversation is the best way to ease your mind and to get to know one another.
The lodges manager Stacey is available by phone or text M-F 217-440-9586 to answer your questions.

Languages:

English

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Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 40)

Bedroom 1 Main Level

Bedroom 2 Main Level

Bedroom 3 Main Level

Bedroom 4 Upper Level

Bedroom 5 Upper Level

Bedroom 6 Upper Level

Bedroom 7 located basement level.

Bedroom 8 BasementLevel

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 in lounge area.

Bathroom 2 on main floor.

Bathroom 3 Upper Level

Bathroom 4 on third floor.

Bathroom 5 on third floor.

Bathroom 6 is located downstairs.

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