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Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment

Family-friendly holiday home in Girard

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Madison House
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Living Room
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Girard, IL
  • Place, University of Illinois at Springfield
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Illinois State Fairgrounds
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Largest bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Main floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment

This house is located 34 miles south of Springfield, Illinois; 85 miles North of St. Louis, Missouri; 8 miles off I-55 it is within walking distance from city square, in a nice neighborhood with friendly neighbors. This is a house that has been tastefully decorated with vintage furnishings, and touches of Route 66 memorabilia and we have information available to help make your trip a unique experience. Food and shopping are close by. Girard has a couple of train tracks on the edge of town that you hear occasionally. Whether you're coming to see historic Route 66 attractions, on family trip or business travel, bring your suitcase, we have the linens, towels and a fully equipped kitchen, so come relax for day, week or more. Maybe you want to enjoy the spacious back yard, covered front porch with swing, or the nice flower bed patio area to watch the hummingbirds when they are in the area.

The space is approximately 1600 square foot, over 85 years old. It was built before Route 66 was an attraction. There is ample parking on property. The woodwork in this home is awesome and the closet space is amazing for the period of time this home was built. The house is original, with just a kitchen remodel, first floor bedroom update and the bathroom spiffed up a little. Mainly filled with vintage furnishings but have added little touches of comfort. The dining room table is big enough for 8 if you add the extra leaf and chairs. The kitchen has table for four and everything you need to make your meals and lots of small touches to make you feel at home. There is NO Cable TV or WIFI so you can enjoy the ones you traveled with or maybe just sit and read a good book. There is plenty of games, cards and reading material to enjoy an experience of days of the past.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind permitted.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash any dishes and leave in the dish drainer.
Please turn up the thermostat to 78 in the summer and down to 62 in the winter.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours 10:00pm through 7:00am
If you do not claim correct number of guests, we will keep your deposit.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HM-16386

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Girard

Located in Girard, this holiday home is in the city centre and next to a golf course. Piper Glen Golf Club and Raymond Shoal Creek Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Piney Creek Ravine - State Natural Area and Beaver Dam State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Girard, IL

What's nearby

  • University of Illinois at Springfield - 34 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Illinois State Capitol - 41 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Lincoln Home National Historic Site - 41 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum - 42 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Illinois State Fairgrounds - 45 min drive - 66.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlinville Station - 23 min drive
  • Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪DiCarlo's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Docs Soda Fountain - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$233.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-out at Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home is on the original 1926-1930 Route 66 alignment located?

This family-friendly holiday home is in the centre of Girard, within 20 mi (32 km) of Carlinville Public Square, Piper Glen Golf Club and Chatham Dog Park. Knights Action Park and Beaver Dam State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
In town for wedding. Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely retreat. Great for spending time with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place. I give it a 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home

The house was very nice. It made a wonderful place for family from out of state to stay that was just a couple of blocks from us at a very reasonable price. The owners were very nice and we will definitely be renting again when our family visits
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Allen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girard stay

Very pleasant well kept property, near the Whirl-a-whip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A weekend stay at the Madison House is like a step back in time. The cute and cozy furnishings offer a comforting nostalgia nestled in a quiet neighborhood. The location was perfect for the purpose of our visit. Thanks for the sweet little time warp!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

debbie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

The house is absolutely charming, very clean and the location was great. The hosts were really kind to make last minute accommodations for our unexpected stay. We would definitely book again if we are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mauri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable family visit

Craig and Myrna provide such a classic, comfortable home and are fantastic hosts. They provide for a well-stocked kitchen, exceptional cleanliness, many extras like toiletries, etc…and have so many interesting books and paraphernalia about Rt 66 to look at. We have a very fun trip back and appreciate so much the opportunity to stay at the house. We will be back.Mauri
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debee Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away

We had a wonderful stay and we found everything to be what was stated and much more. We are already trying arrange the time for our next stay. Highly reccomended. Thank you Craig and Myrna for being above and beyond excellent hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful well taken care of home. Everthing you could need or want is available and its very clean. You feel at home in this house and we had lots of sibling reminicing while in town for our brothers funeral.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little spooky but beats a sterile hotel room.

Once you get over feeling of being in someone else's house (mainly due to décor, which includes quite a bit of knick-nacks) , it is nice set-up. Beds are comfortable, bathroom is fine, kitchen has what you need, everything works. I enjoyed the history of the place. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

This was an absolute ideal place. My buddy and I were riding motorcycles up Route 66 so this place just made sense. However, it was an awesome experience. The house was immaculately clean and so well laid out. The beds were very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay as we used this house as our base for our rides up to Chicago and then to Milwaukee. Will definitely refer this to friends and family and since I have family in Girard, I will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Me and some of my college roommates from 30 years ago met up here to enjoy some fishing on otter lake. The house was perfect for us. Plenty of room, clean, and quite. I definitely recommend it to anyone who is interested in staying down there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, convenient, slightly outdated

Upfront with the fact there is no WiFi, but still slightly inconvenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Property

This older well maintained home is a quiet restful retreat. It has beautiful original woodwork and antiques. For those looking to unplug this is for you. There is no Wi-Fi and only basic cable so you can escape the online world if you want.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharlynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely an experience

We loved this house, very charming, clean and lots of room. First night there was a huge storm and we slept right through it. Unfortunately, a tree fell on the electrical service and we were without power for the rest of the stay. Our host were great to work with. Craig and Myrna we will be back again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

We needed a place to stay while visiting Grandma. She was able to stay with us. The kids loved baking with her in the nice kitchen. We got have family dinners and grill together. We saw one hummingbird and many other birds. We enjoyed the beautiful porch and swing. It was perfect for the 5 of us. Everyone could have their own space when needed but we all had a place yo sit to visit comfortably together. We will hopefully be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

connie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

It truly is a home away from home. Myrna and Craig have created a very comfortable, homey place both inside and out. The beds are comfortable, great sleeps, coffee already there so could enjoy before needing to shop. You have your privacy but they are only minutes away if needed and they have an incredible amount of information about everything you would want to know. The link to history is comforting and a reminder of good times. We will definately return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was good and everything in the kitchen that was needed. Appreciated the well maintained old house - very neat. Loved all the trim, doors and historical nature of the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying in this house. This is our 3rd stay and it never disappoints! Perfect location in town close to our favorite ice cream shop. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing. Very comfortable and cozy. The host's are very nice people, and very attentive. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The historic house was perfect for our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old Time Charm

This property is awesome. The owners have preserved the history of this beautiful home on Route 66. The bed upstairs was comfy. Loved being off the grid with no Internet. The area is beautiful and lunch at Docs aka Decks pharmacy was super cute and the boozey shakes were so yummy. Would love to come back to this area again and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great Stay with family a couple of blocks away
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Going back in time

Love it because it reminds me of my grandparents houses.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Craig and Myrna Bomkamp

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We are Craig and Myrna Bomkamp. We acquired this home in early 2019 from a very dear friend who was a past hall a fame recipient of promoting Route 66. We have done a few small maintenance updates to the home. We hope that this home will offer you small town experience while traveling Route 66 or any other travel journey you are experiencing.

Why they chose this property

We chose to rent this home since there is limited places to stay between Springfield and Litchfield hoping it is more private and unique experience of the nostalgic home while visiting the area.

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