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Country Retreat - Forest stroll, pond + wildlife

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 80 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Onarga, IL
  • B. Harley Bradley House
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Olivet Nazarene University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Onarga

With a stay at this vacation home in Onarga, you'll be on a lake, and 16.8 mi (27 km) from Iroquois County Old Courthouse Museum and 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from Hoopeston Community Hospital. .This family-friendly vacation home is 29.5 mi (47.5 km) from Railside Golf Club and 29.7 mi (47.8 km) from Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

What's nearby

  • Iroquois County Old Courthouse Museum - 30 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Kankakee Community College - 38 min drive - 50.4 km
  • B. Harley Bradley House - 40 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Olivet Nazarene University - 45 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses - 52 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Gilman Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪K & H Truck Plaza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Palace - ‬12 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.

Country Retreat - Forest stroll, pond + wildlife

Breathe in the country air! Fall asleep to the murmur of crickets + wake up to birdsong at the historic Tile Mill Place. Your private oasis awaits only 80 minutes from downtown Chicago, straight south on I-57. Find a cozy country home with a private pond, perfect for intimate gatherings. Stroll our forest paths, toss a fishing line in the water or contemplate life under a 150-year-old tree. Relax in a hammock, sip wine by the water, or head out to explore! Escape the city for a country respite!

LOCATION: Located on 50+ acres of stunning woodlands, the Tile Mill Place offers a cozy, quaint escape to rejuvenate in nature.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: By day, roam the beautiful forest, sighting wildlife, such as turkey, white-tail deer and myriad bird species. Throw a line in the pond or rock the worries away on the patio. The newly built deck offers prime opportunities for sunbathing or finally whittling down your book list. Kids will love the sprawling outdoor spaces and your "fur-kids" can run to their heart's content and play in the water! For rainy days and quiet evenings, we have a bevy of board games and books. Low key country living at its best!

OUTDOORS: When you're not enjoying the forest trails or picking wildflowers, there is much to do in the great outdoors. The expansive yards offer plenty of space for yard games and running around, with a fire-pit ready for roasting s'mores and a tire swing that beckons for hours of fun. The backyard is perfect for relaxation, frisbee, or a game of catch, and the star of the show, a brand new deck for entertaining and soaking up the wonder that is country living. A charcoal grill is available (bring your own charcoal).

BED/BATHS: The upstairs of our house offers three bedrooms: two with queen-sized beds and an expansive 3rd bedroom with two single-sized beds and one full-sized bed (perfect for all the kids or extra friends/family!) One newly remodeled, full bathroom awaits upstairs while another 1/2 bath sits off the kitchen. We also have a pack n' play for guest use.

KITCHEN: The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you need to cook an amazing dinner. From dishes, cups, wine glasses, silverware, bakeware, cookware, basic appliances, olive oil, salt and pepper, and spices, you will be ready to start cooking from the moment you arrive. The kitchen has a small breakfast table to enjoy a nice morning gathering or grab your coffee and head to the deck to sip in the great outdoors.

LIVING SPACES: The dining room offers comfortable seating for 6-7 guests. The attached living room has spacious seating, rocking chairs, reading material and picture windows that showcase the beautiful outdoors. And our delightful sunroom, with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors is the cozy equivalent to a warm hug. You may choose to watch tv or curl up with a good book here, but we think you'll be enjoying the outdoors!

KID'S ROOM: Of course, we can't forget the kid's room, a haven for the little ones who want to color, play games, do puzzles and more! A special room just for them (and you, too, if you want to play pool, ping pong or table hockey!)

FUR-KIDS WELCOME: As dog lovers ourselves (we have two), we understand the need to travel as a WHOLE family, with our furry babes in tow. Your sweet puppers are welcome. We simply ask that you clean up after them in the yard and do the small things to keep our place clean (like wipe their feet when they come inside). We have some communal toys and a few dog beds in the house... plus the lake and timberlands, which they will LOVE! ($50 from every pet fee is donated to local animal shelters.)

LITTLE EXTRAS: Want a picnic in the timber? Perfect, we've got you covered! A metal "beer tub" for afternoons on the patio? No problem! Some yard games to spend time with the family? How's cornhole? (We'll keep the other games as a surprise!)
ONARGA, IL: The small towns of Onarga and Gilman are just a few minutes drive and offer a movie theater, grocery shopping, family-owned restaurants, a brewery and plenty of antique and curiosity shopping. Further abroad is Kankakee State Park for bike riding, kayaking and horseback riding! Take a day and head to Turkey Run or Champaign (shopping and wineries).

WIFI: We do have WiFi, but service can be limited at times (typical in the country!)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ashley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1 square foot
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Country Retreat - Forest stroll, pond + wildlife Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
We really enjoyed being able to host a cookout with family we hadn’t seen in 5 years!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
10 out of 10!
This was the second time my wife and I and our 2 dogs stayed at this property. The owner left so many surprises for our dogs including treats and toys and she also left homemade banana bread for us! We saw deers twice on our forest walk with our dogs. Our dogs enjoyed off leash walks and chasing the ball in the yard. We enjoyed playing backyard games and the overall quiet, relaxing environment and seeing the stars at night. It was the perfect weekend getaway. Owner’s house is so well stocked. Just bring yourself, some food and the rest is taken care for you. We can’t wait to get back there again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAULA H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a wonderful time, and our dogs absolutely loved being with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Our stay at Tile Mill Place was wonderful! The property is perfect and the house is great size!! We loved that we had enough space for all 5 of us plus our dogs!! We loved all the small touches left by the owner for us to feel at home and feel cared for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
10 out of 10!!
We took a chance on a property that had no prior reviews and boy was I glad we did. If I could give this property a review of 10 out of 10 I would. Ashley was easy to work with, responded to my questions quickly. We had one minor issue, and it was resolved the same day. Ashley has tons of games, puzzles, outdoor games as well as everything you will need for your stay. Best stocked rental we have ever stayed at. She even left our dog a gift of frisbees, tennis balls and a bone as well as water bowels both inside and outside as well as toys for him to play with in the yard. The property location is perfect for a weekend getaway. Do not pass up an opportunity for a forest walk. I promise you that you won't regret it . I wish we did more. We will be staying here again in the future. Keri & Dan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023