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Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River

Tahlequah vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tahlequah, OK
  • Tsa La Gi Ancient Village - Cherokee Heritage Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Northeastern State University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cherokee National Capitol
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tahlequah

On lake.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Hastings Hospital and Tsa La Gi Ancient Village - Cherokee Heritage Center. Tahlequah City Hospital and Northeastern State University are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tsa La Gi Ancient Village - Cherokee Heritage Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Tahlequah City Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Northeastern State University - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Cherokee National Capitol - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Cherokee Casino Tahlequah - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tulsa International Airport (TUL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Stores - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Moon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Las Maracas - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River

Our first renovation at Serenidad Ranch, the Colorado House is a completely refurbished rustic country home minutes from Tahlequah. From our king size beds with luxury linens, to our outdoor, screened patio with big screen TV; every space has been designed for your comfort and enjoyment.

Located East of Tahlequah; the Colorado House is 10 minutes from town. We are10-15 minutes from all the Illinois River float rentals and public access areas. The entrance to the new Tahlequah Trails biking/hiking park is also minutes away. The Colorado House is within driving distance to multiple area lakes.

The Colorado House welcomes people of all ages to enjoy our rustic luxury. It is ideal for all sorts of occasions from a couple's retreat to a place to meet and watch the big game. Child friendly, the Colorado House is a great place for get togethers of all kinds. We have two bedrooms with king beds; 1 bedroom also has a twin sleeper chair. Our large living room features two Queen sleeper sofas. There are two bathrooms; one with a tub/shower combo, and the other has a large shower. Our kitchen has all new appliances, along with a new stackable washer/dryer combo. We also have an outdoor grill.

Serenidad Ranch is adding on the amenities in 2022. The historical Tahlequah Gun Club has been refurbished, and we have open shooting dates scheduled. Our most recent project is the renovation of Serenidad Cottage. The original home on the property, we have completed renovations of the cottage, and it is also available for rental. The Colorado House sits across the way from Serenidad Cottage #2981064.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River Tahlequah
Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River to the airport?

This vacation home is 77.1 mi (81-min drive) away from the Tulsa International Airport (TUL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Cherokee Casino Tahlequah (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River to downtown Tahlequah?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Tahlequah.

Rustic Luxury Along the Illinois River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stormy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with plenty of space! Booked for a weekend float trip with friends and it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stormy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just so you are aware; Bathroom door didn’t lock, and grill didn’t work, found that side door didn’t lock when time to leave But everything else was GREAT! and we definitely enjoyed our stay! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!! We stay here every year and its always the perfect spot by the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Was a great place to relax and enjoy nature while still enjoying all the amenities such as a/c and soft beds when you wanted to. Would stay again any time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we needed!

The property was amazing. We had 7 people and it never felt crowded. The beds were so comfortable, we slept great. And the enclosed patio was perfect for dinner and games! Plus the location is gorgeous and close to everything we needed. We forgot some things and Doordash saved us within 30 minutes (twice, once at 10pm), and we were 5 minutes away from All American Floats. All we can think of improvement wise is adding more trash bags, dishwasher pods for multiple nights stays, and steak knives. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salted C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very pleasant stay. We enjoyed the cabin. If you are looking for a river access the property has none. Tho there is a beautiful creek in the back of the property you can enjoy. if you have someone with you that has a high risk in falling you dont want to rent this cause there are a lot of steps that they need to navigate around especialy in the front of the doors. Other than that is is a very cozy and comfortable cabin and you'll love their screened patio area to party and play parlor games if you wish to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for float trips

We had an amazing time at this little property in the outside of tahlequah! Though we had some issues with the hot water, the host was able to assist us and communicated efficiently. This is a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brant B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

I can’t begin to express what a wonderful pleasure our stay was. From the beautiful setting, to the ample room, only eclipsed by the amazing hospitality this is a property I’d recommend highly to someone looking to get away while still being minutes from convenient options.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Float trip weekend

This is a great place to stay for floating the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Property was very clean and just right for our family outing. The large screened in area with large screen TV was a nice addition. Nice and secluded in a country setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous river mist in the morning

The property was great! The river runs along side so u can see the beautiful mist collecting in the river valley come morning! We saw some critters and had a peaceful cozy stay Thanks a bunch
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual float trip

The cabin was perfect! From checking in to checking out-flawless! The perfect size for our group! So close to the river and other places! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Experience!!

Family of 19 had planned a float trip at War Eagle resort. Some camped and some prefer a modern air conditioned place to sleep. I rented this property as my choice and a place to keep some of the younger kids or over flow sleepers. This was an amazing choice. Big comfy beds in both rooms. An amazing host. A very cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Luxury

House was perfect, and just as listed. Had everything we needed plus more. Plenty of room inside and out to explore and relax. Had everything on site that you would need. Would definitely stay again, and hope to in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

River trip

Pictures do not do this place justice. The house is so much prettier in person.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and peaceful!! Love all the outdoor seating!

Very nice. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite and peaceful

Wonderful property. Clean quite and nice. Close to the Illinois river. We saw lots of dear in the area. Outside area with a tv was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet with great indoor & outdoor entertaining spaces.

Property is within the perfect distance of both the Illinois River (5 minutes from All-American floats & 15 minutes from Eagle Bluff) and Tahlequah (10 minutes) to downtown. Had all of the necessary utensils, pots, pans, and even a gas grill which was absolutely needed after a long day of floating. Perfect outdoor space with a TV and 2 ceiling fans that was covered and screened in along with a smaller one which was perfect for morning coffee. Quite the gem! Would recommend staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay.

Property was far enough out felt secluded but not far enough felt like had to drive a long ways. House and property were well kept and really nice with everything need to stay comfortably. Would recommend to anybody and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailea F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

The outside seating was so nice! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Luxury!

We will definitely book this rental again! The house and property are beautiful and well maintained. The owners are very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheli T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay!

We were pleasantly surprised at the beauty and tranquility of the location we stayed in. It was just what we were looking for. The home was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. Everyone enjoyed the proximity to town and activities. I would definitely rent here again! Thank you for making ours an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023