Vacation rentals in Essex

Get Your Kicks in Our Cozy Cottage Near Route 66

Enjoy the comforts of home when you have to be away. Our fully furnished cottage is located 4 miles from Rt 53 / Historic Rt 66 & just blocks from the Kankakee River. Just 5 minutes to "downtown" Wilmington featuring restaurants, a wine bar, a local brewery, and multiple antique stores. ✧ Easy access to everything that Joliet has to offer just 20 miles away, including the Autobahn and Route 66 Raceway / Chicagoland Speedway. ✧ 7 miles to easily access I55 for a quick ride into Chicago.

Lyle and Taylor present-Spacious Private Apt -

Beautiful spacious apartment perfect for long term work assignments or travelers who want all the comforts of home. Sleeps up to 5; King, Queen + sofa Amenities abound: ~FREE WiFi ~2 smart TVs w/HBO, SHOWTIME, Cinemax, 144 cable channels, Netflix ready (with your account) ~Full kitchen with fridge/gas stove/dishwasher/microwave/toaster oven/Keurig ~FREE washer & dryer with basic supplies ~Bathroom w/shower/tub combo ~Non-smoking ~Complimentary weekly cleaning/linen laundry for extended stays

King Bed • Luxury Boho Studio • City Chic Haven

✤City Chic Haven✤ is a luxury studio in downtown Kankakee, steps from the train station, taverns, and walkable attractions. Enjoy a cozy king bed, fast Wi-Fi, free coffee/tea bar, stocked kitchen, & 55” smart TV for a relaxing or work friendly stay. ✶ Across the street from the Kankakee train station ✶ Walkable to local cafes, axe throwing & taverns ✶ 0.3 Miles to St. Mary's Hospital ✶ 1.3 Miles to Riverside Medical Center ✶ 2.9 Miles to Olivet Nazarene University ✶ 55 Miles to Midway Airport

Cathy's Little Farm Loft

Cathy's Little Farm loft is a 500 sq ft apartment inside a storage barn on a wooded country acre. Fully appointed two story space offers peace and quiet. It is located close to I57, Walmart, Community College, Airport, Fair Grounds, National Guard Training Center, 15 minutes from Olivet, 60 miles south of Chicago. King size bed and twin size sofa sleeper upstairs, full size sleeper sofa in living room. Well equipped full size kitchen and laundry. Large lawn, gardens, and chickens to enjoy.

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Cabin Getaway

Enjoy your stay at this private, cabin retreat equipped with EV charging station, spacious rooms for everyone. This home is not childproofed, please feel free to bring your own childproofing supplies. Cook meals on your own time in the full size kitchen, or enjoy the cozy wood burning stove in the living room or in the recreational space in the lower level with pool table and full size bar for your enjoyment. Pool is open during the Summer season. There is no isolation fence please supervise.

Cozy Little Small-Town Home

This charming two-bedroom home provides a comfortable, convenient stay for families or traveling professionals. The home has two bedrooms, each with comfortable queen mattresses and quality linens. The fully equipped kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, and smartlocks make for a seamless stay. Close to Dresden (18 miles), Braidwood (12 miles) and LaSalle (14 miles), the home is central for any outage and flexible leasing is available to outage workers and traveling healthcare professionals.

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Cozy Riverfront Cottage With Hot Tub

Unwind at this 3-acre wooded riverfront retreat designed for peace, comfort, and warmth. Watch deer roam, birds sing, and geese glide along the water. Enjoy stunning river views, a private hot tub, fishing gear, fire pit, 2 decks with dining table, wicker chairs & gas grill, nature paths, and nearby state parks. Inside, relax with cozy beds, fresh white linens, plush blankets, robes, slippers, games and an electric fireplace. WiFi is available, but nature is the true connection here!

King-size bed with fenced in backyard!

6 minutes away from I-57 You will love this three-bedroom home There is a 65 inch Smart TV in the living room and smart tv's in the bedrooms. You will enjoy a great night sleep in the king size bed in the master bedroom with king size hotel pillows. There are queen size beds with comfy pillows in the two other bedrooms. The kitchen comes fully stocked for all your cooking & eating needs. You will enjoy the fully fenced in backyard along with bikes for children and adults.

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*Charming Canal-Port Cottage* ~ No Cleaning fees~

Escape to our **Cozy Canal Port Cottage**, where nature meets relaxation. Nestled on the historic I&M Canal and minutes from downtown Morris, this charming 2-bedroom retreat offers peace, comfort, and wildlife views. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, grilling area, comfy beds, and a serene setting near Starved Rock and Buffalo Rock. Perfect for couples or small families to unwind, explore, and recharge. We can not wait for you to stay with us.

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Updated, bright, and modern, 3 bedroom home.

You will be comfortable in this newly remodeled three bedroom, two bathroom home. ✶ 6.7Miles to Olivet Nazarene University ✶ 8.4Miles to Riverside Medical ✶ 11Miles to Kankakee River State Park ✶ 43Miles to Midway Airport The home FEATURES: *Safe, quiet, walkable neighborhood *3 Bedroom; 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 twin beds *Spacious fully equipped kitchen with coffee station *Washing Machine, Dryer & Dishwasher * Fast Wi-Fi

The Cottage in Godley, IL.

The Godley Cottage is located about halfway between Chicago and Springfield along the Old Route 66. There is a history of gangster hideouts and smuggling during Prohibition. It was originally a coal mining town and now a fisherman's paradise with many lakes here for fishing. The Godley Park District is a great place for kids and adults to play with farm animals and a dog park just a block away from the Cottage.

Lakeside Channel Hideaway – 4BR/2BA, Sleeps 10

Escape to Lakeside Channel Hideaway, a peaceful 4BR, 2BA waterfront retreat in Goose Lake Township near Morris, IL. Enjoy tranquil views, a gazebo, grill, and private fishing dock on a spacious half-acre lot. Relax indoors with modern comforts and nature all around. House rules: quiet hours 10p-8a, no parties, max 10 guests/4 cars, and renters must be 25+. Thank you for respecting our neighborhood.