Our Retreat at Flat Rock
This is a Boondockers Welcome host in Flat Rock, IL
Max Rig Size
< 45 (ft)
Parking Spaces
1
Same Day Requests
No
Parking area is located at our farm. Easy access and room to turn around about any rig. Have grassy area and a graveled parking spot, if our rig is not in it. Parking areas are about 200 yards up a gravel drive off of county blacktop road. Suggested Local Attractions:Maxwell House Café if needing a home cooked meal
Vehicle Suitability Information
Pets Welcome
Electric Hookup: 30A
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
Campfire Ring Provided
Outdoor Cooking Allowed
Generators Allowed
Water Hookup
Slideouts Allowed
Offleash Area for Pets
House Rules
My wife and I are pretty laid-back and easy going and don’t have many rules. Just pick up after yourself, and if you smoke; take care of your butts please.
Location
Access Road Conditions: Hard road and rock drive Tow Vehicle Parking Details: Room to park next to rig
Parking Surface
Unknown
Hosted By markew56
Age:
55-65
Easy going farm boy Details: I guess I'm what you would call "your average Joe". Grew up on a small farm in Southern Indiana, and then moved to east-central Illinois about 36 years ago when I went to work at a local refinery. I love the out doors and spend much of my free time (and there is never enough) piddling around our 32 acre "farm", doing some motorcycle or ATV riding, or maybe in the woods hunting. My wife is a nurse, and my best friend. We enjoy traveling all over the country when we have the time. Home Town: Flat Rock, Illinois Great big town of about 350 good folks. If you're looking for action and lots of excitement, this ain't the place. If you're looking for a place that's pretty quiet, peaceful, and laid-back, then come and give us a visit! Favorite Boondocking Locations: Up to this point, the only boondocking we've done has been at a few Wal-marts, truck stops, and rest areas. Skills or Expertise to Share: I’m an auto/diesel mechanic by trade, but haven’t made a living in that profession for many years. I’m still pretty handy with a wrench, and a decent electrician and plumber when duty calls.
Availability for RV Camping
References for this location from other RVers
Stariha2
5 months ago
Mark was just great! Response time was quick, it was easy to find and easy to park. We had a wonderful chat with Mark who made us feel welcome and comfortable. He mentioned his dogs barking but we had our heat pump on and didn’t hear a thing. The cats were adorable and didn’t bother us.
riseandshine
10 months ago
Have stayed twice on our way to Nashville. Easy access. Dark quiet nights rest. Mark is very helpful. Will visit again next time thru.
Seminole
10 months ago
One night in a great So. Illinois town.
Mark+Mary
11 months ago
It was easy to locate and our host waited at the road so that we didn't miss it. We found a level spot and plugged in for the night. We enjoyed the convenience and hospitality here. Indeed, there were alot of barncats. Fun to watch as we are cat lovers and our travelling senior cat had no issues with her stay here eiither. The dogs were penned and enthusiastic, but once we settled in for the night we forgot all about them. I can see why someone called them polar bears, Pyrenees are beautiful creatures. We definately recommend this location for other members.
MonroeandKaye
11 months ago
All is good in Flat Rock. Mark is easy going we had a lot of things in common to talk about KLR 650s was the main topic. He did try more than once to give us a cat or two but, that didn't work. Thanks, again for sharing your place with us. Until next time ride, ride, ride and then ride some more.
