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Historic house, 1.5miles from U of I University

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Champaign, IL
  • West Side Park
    17 min walk
  • Hessel Park
    2 min drive
  • The Virginia Theatre
    3 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)
    13 min drive

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About the area

Champaign

With a stay at this vacation home in Champaign (Clark), you'll be a 4-minute drive from State Farm Center and 7 minutes from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. .This vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from West Side Park and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from The Virginia Theatre.

What's nearby

  • State Farm Center - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Marketplace - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Champaign-Urbana Station - 3 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Original Pancake House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic house, 1.5miles from U of I University


Willis House is located in a safe, older neighborhood, with tree lined streets and deeply shaded yards. Great shopping, city parks, and the University of Illinois are a short drive away. You are close to a lively downtown area that has many great bars, restaurants and live music. The neighborhood is very quiet and inhabited by long term home owners who look out for each other. Our home is heated/cooled by central heating/air and boasts wonderful original hardwood floors throughout much of the home. There are 2 public golf courses locally: one in Urbana and one in Savoy out by the airport. A short 10 mile drive away is the Lake of The Woods County Forest Preserve in Mahomet, which also has a golf course and a beautiful 900 acre park for a picnic or walks.
Our first floor welcomes you with an entryway and curving staircase to the upper floor. There is a living room, office and half bath off to the right. The living room is big and roomy, with a couch and 2 side chairs plus a TV. There is a fireplace but it is not usable at this moment. The office has a large desk, should you need to work from home. On this floor is also a dining room table that comfortably seats 6 plus a high chair. There are folding chairs in the front hall closet should you need them. In the newly remodeled (2022) kitchen you will find everything you need to prepare a meal: stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, plus plenty of dishes, utensils, pots, Keurig, drip coffeemaker, etc. The west wall of the dining room is windows that look out onto the enclosed porch with 2 couches. Outside on the patio is a table with an umbrella and 6 chairs. The fenced back yard is deeply shaded.
Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms that will sleep 9 people. Each bedroom has a full length mirror. The master has a king bed, a crib, closet, TV and comfy chair. The master bath contains a shower, sink and toilet. The upstairs hall built in cupboard contains 2 air mattresses and bedding. Please let us know you will need these so we can leave the cupboard unlocked. There are 2 more bedrooms each with a full bed, dresser and closet. Through one full bedroom is access to an area that was refurbished into the 4th bedroom (freshly painted in 2022) and includes 3 twin beds, closet and dresser, perfect for the kids. This room has a window air conditioner. There is a second full bath in the hall that has a shower/tub, sink and toilet. In the basement is a washer and dryer.
You are booking my home with a stated number of guests and beds. We do not allow outside visitors or parties at the property. The garage has a Tesla car charger and is where you will find a charcoal grill. You may park in the drive or on the street as signs allow. Parking in the yard is not allowed. Normal outside noise is permissible: soft music, laughter, children- but we ask that you observe a 10pm curfew for noise. We ask that you bring pets that do not soil indoors. Paws should be wiped clean with paper towels going in and out and ask that they do NOT climb/sleep on furniture, especially our white bed linens. There is pet stain/odor remover available for accidents, as well as a pooper scooper to clean up potty.
We provide many basics for short term stays: trash bags, dish soap, paper towels, Keurig pods, sugar, creamer, salt/pepper, toilet paper, shampoo, body wash, hand soap, facial wipes for makeup, laundry soap pods, dryer sheets, kitchen hand towels, oven mitts, plus one set of bath towels per person. The vacuum, mop, and basic cleaners are also available. If you will need anything extra, please let me know and we will try to accommodate!
There is a house book in the dining room that contains all check out information and procedures, house details, as well as local information for dining and shopping.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Charcoal grills

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee of $40 per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Historic House 1.5miles U I University Champaign
Historic House 1.5miles U I University
Historic 1.5miles U I University Champaign
Historic 1.5miles U I University
Historic 15miles U I Universi
Historic House, 1.5miles From U of I University Champaign

Historic house, 1.5miles from U of I University Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G., Wheaton, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Football Wknd
This is a great house! We stayed w/ another couple for the MI @ IL football game (they have a daughter at IL / we have a son at MI) … and it was the perfect spot! The living room and sunroom were PERFECT gathering spots for 4 ppl, and the kitchen was sooo nice for tailgate food prep (sizable and nicely renovated.) This house is also in a VERY nice neighborhood; tree-lined streets and lovely homes. Also had a lovely fenced in backyard. Lots of vintage charm in this old house which we loved. Highly recommend this property if you’re planning a Champaign wknd!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deb L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great but could use a few upgrades!
My family stayed in the Willis home Labor Day weekend for a wedding at the venue. We enjoyed the location - getting to & from ‘town’ The house was spacious enough for all 5 or us and wax stocked with everything needed for a weekend stay. Our only complaint is the box springs on both of the full size beds were extremely creaky! They should really be replaced to allow for a good nights sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historical home in quiet neighborhood and close to school
My sisters, my mother and daughter visited my other daughter at UofI for the week end. We had such a great time. Kitchen and porch were awesome places to gather and the dining table welcoming. We cooked together and just hung out this incredible house. A gem! My only recommendation is to install a key pad for entry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Comfortable Home
This house is beautifully decorated, very comfortable and perfectly situated in a classic tree-lined Champaign neighborhood. It's a great place for a large group. The owner is very responsive and easy to work with. My only complaint is that it wasn't clear to us how expensive this place would be up front. With fees it ended up being $500 a night which is expensive for Champaign. But a great place overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M., Fredericksburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Champaign
This is a beautiful house in a lovely walkable neighborhood. The huge kitchen is gourmet and the dining room is a wonderful setting for a family meal. It was cold when we stayed but would love to enjoy the screened porch.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Melani I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
The property was a very peaceful stay. Owners were attentive and responded promptly throughout our stay. The neighborhood was nice and quiet as well. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Even though it was too cold to enjoy the sun deck, I’m sure it’s a treat in the summer months.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend football game
Got the whole Illini family together here for a football weekend. Large house with plenty of room and great kitchen. Quiet neighborhood. We wished it was a little warmer to enjoy the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Bungalow in the Heart of Champaign
This house was perfect! We were in town for a short weekend but wanted outdoor entertaining g space - the table outside was perfect! There are three nice sized rooms and one room with three twins! This house is great for one or two families. Highly recommend and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
This large beautiful property was exactly as advertised, in great shape, clean, and very well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah K., Ann Arbor area

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool hisoric house!
Newly renovated historic home in nice neighborhood. A great place to stay if you are visiting UIUC!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
It is very nice property. Clean, updated and comfortable. Instructions where very clear. The location was perfect, quiet area and easy to get to places in town. I would recommend this place to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda D., Franktown, Colorado USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, good for friends and pets
We stayed here for a reunion with friends. Lovely home in a great location. We especially enjoyed the sunroom and backyard!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate D., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for large group
We were all very comfortable in this well-equipped house. Excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice house
Lots of room, clean, nice neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Home Close to Everything
Very clean. Unique charming home. Perfect Location in the center of everything. Easy check in and check out. Modern appliances and electronics. We would stay here again when visiting our family in Champaign.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne F., Alto, NM

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Our family enjoyed the beautifully updated charming home with plenty of room for our family. Ebony was easy to communicate with and worked with our schedule for an easy check-in process. Ebony went the extra mile to look for some left items. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House & Great Location
The house is so cute and very clean. It was close 5-15 minutes from all of our activities. The owners were also responsive when we needed to make a change in our plans. We look forward to renting here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lori h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Place was awesome and clean and really charming
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business Retreat
We enjoyed our stay at the house. The main level was expansive and worked well for our group. The bedrooms were warm at night and a couple of the beds were uncomfortable but not overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Champagne
This property is gorgeous with newly renovated kitchen and bath. Lots of room and a great location. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bianca V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and comfortable home that surpassed our expectations
This house was amazingly beautiful and unique, and it comfortably housed us and our guests. We had a total of 9 adults in the house, and there was plenty of room to gather, relax, and sleep. The kitchen was also great for preparing large meals and snacks, and the refrigerator was a good size. The entire house was very clean and organized. Communication with the owner was extremely easy, and she answered all of my questions quickly and thoroughly. I cannot recommend this property enough to others who are looking for a place to stay with a group. We will definitely consider staying at this home again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Illini Family Football Weekends
We stayed here several weekends this fall for football games. The home is conveniently located & is in a nice quiet neighborhood. The dining room table seats many & the family room has a comfy couch with a big TV for family gatherings! The 3 bedrooms are upstairs with 2 full bathrooms. The host is very responsive & the home is always clean, the perfect temperature & ready when we arrive! Appreciate the hospitality🍁🏈
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous house located in a wonderful older neighborhood in Champaign. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Good place to gather while in town for a family funeral.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Loves our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021