Rural Retreat Center with 10 full bedrooms

10 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 28

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Princeton, IL

Bureau County Fairgrounds18 min drive
Matthiessen State Park32 min drive
Starved Rock State Park32 min drive
Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 28)

1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2

2 Double Beds

3

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

4

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

5

3 Double Beds

6

3 Double Beds

7

3 Double Beds

8

3 Double Beds

9

3 Double Beds

10

3 Double Beds

10 bathrooms

1

Toilet · Shower only

2

Toilet · Shower only

3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

9

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

10

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Located at Pilgrim Park, the retreat center has a full ten bedrooms each with two beds and a full sized bathroom. Attached to the bedroom wing is our large meeting space with an attached chapel. Both spaces can be setup with tables and chairs or with lobby style furniture, depending on the needs of the renter. The lower level of the center has a kitchenette with two refrigerators, sink, toaster oven, microwave and plenty of tables and chairs.

Pilgrim Park Camp and Conference Center sits on a 150 acre plot and is just 15 minutes off of interstate 80 in a secluded and wooded valley. We encourage all our customers to take time to walk our paths and trail, enjoy fishing in our creek or pond, or just relax on one of our decks and enjoy the peace and quiet. The park is just 25 minutes from Starved Rock State Park and 5 minutes from the Hennepin Canal State Parkway, both of which provide great opportunities for easy outings.

Property manager

Matthew Martinkus

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest must respect other groups staying on the park's property and to not utilize those areas that they have not rented

Guests are expected to accurately report the number they will have staying prior to thier arrival

Guests Will be charged an addional cleaning fee if the spaces are left in a poor state upon departure.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Princeton

Located in Princeton, this aparthotel is in a rural area. Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matthiessen State Park and Baker Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Bureau County Fairgrounds and Dickinson House. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Princeton, IL

What's nearby

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial - 18 min drive
Bureau County Fairgrounds - 18 min drive
Matthiessen State Park - 32 min drive
Starved Rock State Park - 32 min drive
Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

Princeton Station - 18 min drive
Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

Spratt's Tap - 16 min drive
The Feed Store & Watering Hole - 21 min drive
Hollywood & Vine - 12 min drive
Ye Olde Underground Inn - 16 min drive
Casey's General Store - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Retreat Center with 10 full bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

20 Aug 2021

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

review

great!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

11 Aug 2021

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

Family Reunion

This property is better than described. Great for a family reunion with lots of people. The bedrooms are basic but had en-suite bathrooms which was a big plus for a large family gathering. Lots of space in the shared indoor areas and lots to do in the outdoor areas. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. Despite listing the portion of the property we rented as not having a stove, there was a stove on site for use which was great given we prepared all of our own meals. The pool was a big hit with the kids as was the great outdoors around the site. Would definitely rent again

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

5 Aug 2021

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

Family Christmas in July

Pictures don't do it justice. It was perfect for our large family of 22, ages from 4 - 74. We would go back, if the opportunity presents itself again. Matt and Mitch were great hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten S.

4 Aug 2021

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

Perfect for large family reunion!

We stayed at the property with our extended family of 42 people, the property was perfect for a large family gathering and we even had extra room! We loved that each family had our own room/bathroom but plenty of shared space to eat meals, play games and socialize. We had the property to ourselves the 3 nights we were there, internet is spotty but it was nice to unplug and enjoy the trails, creeks, pool, fishing, archery and bonfires. We didn't have enough time to enjoy all of the activities available but it was one of the best family reunions we had! We found 2 restaurants that delivered to the property and had dinners catered from there as well as picked up a couple of meals in town and heated up premade dishes there (there was not a full kitchen available but enough to cook as much as you'd like. We it made it easier and decided to order in most meals and not to cook!). Matt and the other staff were very helpful and responsive while we were there, they refilled coolers with ice everyday and took trash out for us. We are hoping we can come back again next year :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ABHILASH M.

15 July 2021

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

Love the place

I had a God time with my family here.

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Martinkus

What makes this property unique

During the summer months all renters at this property will have access to our in ground pool. Exclusive access to the pool can be rented for an additional fee.

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