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Nestled in the countryside among fields and farmland is a pioneer house with all the details and charm for those seeking a unique place to stay in a peaceful country setting. This is The Mix House, a preserved historic home that resides on the historic Parley Street in the small city of Nauvoo.

Built in 1846, this gorgeous brick home with arches around the entryway is 1600 square feet and named after the first owner and builder by the name of Phelps Mix. Over time, The Mix House has been lovingly restored to maintain many historic details while providing modern amenities to its guests.
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The full kitchen has a vintage farm sink, fridge, stove, toaster, microwave, dishes, utensils, and pots and pans for you to cook meals in.
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In the dining room, you will find a wood-burning stove to use on colder days and a dining table that can seat up to eight people. It's a great space to entertain and share a meal with guests or play some board games which are provided in the house.
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The Mix House features a main bedroom with a king bed and crib, while the second bedroom has three twin beds and a smaller bed for a younger child. Up to eight guests can sleep comfortably here.
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A bathroom on each level of this two-story home is styled after the time period the home was built while providing modern amenities. The downstairs bathroom has a tub while the upstairs one has a shower.
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The backyard of the pioneer house has a summer kitchen, which provides a lovely outdoor cooking space in the warmer months.
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The interior of the summer kitchen will make you feel like you are living back in the days when the home was built.
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There is plenty of space for children to run and play around The Mix House property. Long walks to neighboring farms are a great way to get some fresh air and be out in nature.

Have you stayed at a house like this before? Would you like to? Experience peace and quiet in a countryside setting and visit the Nauvoo Mix House website or Airbnb to book your overnight stay.

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