Cottage vacation rentals in Illinois River

Lake Front Cottage | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fish

Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at the Lake Shore Cottage. Fish off the private dock, share stories around the fire-pit, or challenge your friends to a kayak race on the lake. Comfortable beds and picturesque water views, in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Whether you're here for work or play, this lakeside retreat is your ideal getaway. Just minutes from Scovill Zoo, Devon Amphitheater, Restaurants and shopping, Nelson Park and Splash Cove water park. Boat rental available.

Canal House

Recently titled the Hallmark House by a customer! This house is on the I&M walking and biking trail and is a remodeled 750 square ft historic canal house in Utica. Walk or Bike two blocks into the center of town and enjoy meals and local drinks. Two Bedrooms and a Bathroom and a large modern kitchen. Relax in the living room with a small electric fireplace. Beautiful country setting with lots of natural light and located on a working farm. Golf courses 2-3 miles from Canal House.

Prairieview Cottage Retreat - Hot Tub Sunsets

REST, RELAX, RETREAT... Escape to tranquility at this picturesque, pet-friendly cottage, nestled in the serene countryside. Whether you're coming for a romantic retreat, family getaway, or a solo sanctuary, this charming haven offers a wonderful blend of comfort and serenity. Enjoy stunning sunsets from the hot tub, cozy up by the firepit on the patio, or simply unwind indoors in comfort. This retreat is ideally located in the heart of Illinois Amish country and near Lake Shelbyville.

Cheerful eco-cottage at Edgewood Farm

Take in old growth oaks, native habitat, Bureau Creek, and rustic barns on 400 acre Edgewood Farm. Nestled in the Bureau Valley, the Eco-Cottage is a solar panel powered fully furnished two bedroom home with modern amenities. Enjoy peaceful morning coffee on the front porch overlooking restored wetlands, prairie, and hardwoods. Walk the miles of farm paths before dining outside under starry skies. Just minutes from Princeton's Amtrak station, antique malls, coffee shops, and bakeries.

Historic Humble Home near Downtown Peoria

Humble older home near downtown Peoria. On-street parking is available in this quiet residential neighborhood. Grocery store and community park within walking distance. Please note, that this home is over 100 years old, if you have any experience with historic homes you will know there is no such thing as a perfectly square corner or a perfectly level floor. The home has served guests and families from all over the world for a century, we hope you love it as much as we do.

The Cottage Now w/late check out on Sundays!

The Cottage is a cozy little home located in a quiet neighborhood in the tiny town of Hanna City. If you aren't looking for it, it is very easy to drive right by it as it sits back from the road quite a bit. It's a small stucco cottage (750 sq ft) w/a big brown roof. There is an apple tree in the front yard and a charming front porch w/a couple of chairs. We strive to provide a comfortable, homey place for guests. The cottage is not fancy, but it is clean and welcoming :)

Sisters Cottage

A recently renovated Cottage, nestled in the heart of the small, quaint town of Arthur. Located next to the Arthur Park. Enjoy the clip clop of the horse & buggies going by as you relax out front on a swing, or enjoy the back porch with table & seating as you enjoy the perennial garden out back. Plenty of back yard for playing games. A fire pit is located close to porch for roasting marshmallows at night. Arthur is a very innovative town with lots of shops to explore.

Sunset River Cottage

Welcome to Sunset River Cottage, we hope you find our vintage cottage a peaceful retreat while visiting the area. What makes our cottage a unique experience are the gorgeous water views from just about every room and the sunsets are amazing too! You may even forget that you are in Central Illinois! Our cottage is tastefully decorated with wonderful hand-picked vintage pieces that evoke a very warm and cozy, yet comfortable environment.

Pohlman Slough

This home is on a very private and quiet lane across the street from Washington Park. Your front yard is Pasfield Park Golf Course in a unique country setting only five minutes from downtown and the State Capitol. Please note that we do not currently allow unauthorized invite parties or gatherings of non-registered guests of any sort. This rule is not meant to preclude HOST pre-authorized visitors such as family and friends.

Spacious Lakeside Getaway Decatur

Relax with family or friends at our Lake Decatur Getaway. Two large patios offer beautiful views of the lake. Inside, there's a theater room with a 70" TV and plenty of seating. The open floor plan includes a living room, dining area with a large table and bench seats, and fully equipped kitchen. The Master Suite has a king bed and four more bedrooms. No Local Renters Without approval

Bev's Country Cottage

A small quiet cottage off the beaten path, located only minutes from Newton Lake Fish and Wildlife Area. This is a great place for hunters, fishermen or just someone that wants to get away from the city. It has exactly what you need to enjoy a long weekend full of the great outdoors. As hosts we want our guest to enjoy their stay so we are available to help with anything.

Haworth Cottage

Welcome to Haworth Cottage. 2 guest suites, dining room, fully functional and stocked kitchen, enjoy evenings on patio. A short 2 block walk to Millikin University with restaurants and nightclubs. Morning walkers can enjoy the local architecture of mansions and Frank Lloyd Wright homes within a 4 block loop. Free trolley stop 1 block to downtown Decatur.