Family-friendly vacation rentals in Central Illinois

Camp Mill Pond: Historic Cabin Near Main Street

*St. Louis Magazine A-List Winner!* ***PRESS: DESIGN STL, STL MAG, AND FOX2NEWS*** Camp Mill Pond is a throwback to the slow and easy rhythm of hot summer days. This circa 1835 cabin offers easy access to our historic area, including Main Street, Katy Trail for biking, and Frenchtown, without sacrificing modern comforts! This 180-year-old historic cabin sits on a beautiful lot, shared with our 1865 three-story home and a two-story carriage house. Ask about renting bikes and a golf cart!

Private Guest Lake House On 37 Acres In Country

Private guest lake house, located next to main house, on private lake in the country. 2 bedroom, 1 full bath, full kitchen, washer and dryer and large attached screen porch. Private 37 acres of woods and prairie. Fishing and walking trails. Great window views of lake, woods, prairies and river valley. Please note, this guest house is located 1 mile down a county maintained gravel road. 25 minutes from Galesburg, IL, 20 minutes from Monmouth, IL and 35 minutes from Macomb, IL.

Peaceful Country Cottage

Traveling for work or pleasure? Enjoy a peaceful country view while relaxing on the front porch. This home sits on 14 acres, just off US Highway 61. Guests will see deer roaming in the yard early morning and at night. This rental accommodates families traveling with children or the couple seeking a quiet retreat. Stay here while you visit family and friends in the area. It is a short drive to Vandalia, Louisiana, Hannibal or Mark Twain Lake. (40 Min). About one hour from St. Louis.

Audrey's Abode

Audrey’s Abode is just the place you have been looking for to relax and reconnect with family, friends, nature and a simpler time. Located on a 7 acre hobby farm just south of Jacksonville, Illinois (30 minutes west of Springfield), Audrey’s Abode is a fully restored historic log cabin with all the modern amenities for a comfortable getaway. Need additional space? Check out our other listing next door - Bunkhouse Seventy-Four. Pets are welcome but we charge a $25 pet cleaning fee.

Farmhouse Loft

Experience the life and hospitality of a quintessential small town - Carrollton, Illinois. A historic community located just off the beaten path, Carrollton convincingly captures the spirit of rural America. Inspired by the peaceful charm of country life, we showcase century-old hardwood floors, exposed brick walls and thoughtful design. Farmhouse Loft is a charming retreat on the historic courthouse square --enjoy life in a loft apartment overlooking the courthouse lawn!

Peace on the Prairie Too - Tiny House

Need a break from Politics? Peace on the Prairie accepts all guests for who they are rather than what some might wish them to be. Whether it’s a business trip, romantic time together with your significant other, a family vacation, a girl's time away, a secluded spot to work on your music, writing, art, star gazing, or a reconnection with nature, you'll find your inspiration and renewal in this natural rural setting of 23 acres of restored prairie, timber, and wetlands?

The Purple Awning House at Lincoln Park

Charming two bedroom apartment overlooking scenic Lincoln Park. The only person closer to Abe will be Mary. Whether you are traveling solo or as part of a group, the Purple Awning House's spacious bedrooms, comfortable couch and a large inflatable bed (if needed) ensures everyone will have a good night's rest. * Note that this is a main floor apartment with another apartment upstairs. They have separate entrances and there is no shared space or ventilation.

Weaver Guest House

This charming, light-filled cottage feels like its own private hideaway, yet it's close to everything St. Louis has to offer. Tucked between trees in a quiet Maplewood neighborhood, it's a 15-minute walk to the MetroLink and a 10-minute drive to Washington University, Webster University, Fontbonne University, Forest Park, and Clayton. Business travelers and families alike will appreciate the washer/dryer, fast WIFI and cable TV.

The Campground House

Escape to a private retreat just an hour from St. Louis! Our charming getaway offers a peaceful, country atmosphere where you can relax and unwind or dive into nature. Need more space or a unique experience? Check out our sister property, Timberline Ridge - Tiny Piney! Perfect for additional accommodations or a unique change of scenery, Tiny Piney offers cozy and rustic charm that complements your stay at The Campground House.