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Pet-Friendly Home ~ 9 Mi to Effingham nr I-Exit!
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Firepit
Explore the area

Montrose, IL
- Veteran's MonumentPlace, Veteran's Monument6 min walk
- Lake SaraPlace, Lake Sara17 min drive
- Eastern Illinois UniversityPlace, Eastern Illinois University36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Pet-Friendly Home ~ 9 Mi to Effingham nr I-Exit!
Large Open Yard w/ Fire Pit | Nearby Parks & Trails | Easy I-70 Access
Experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and rural tranquility when you stay at this Montrose vacation rental. Complete with all the comforts of home and a peaceful prairie setting, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat has everything you need for your next Illinois adventure. Explore the scenic Fox Ridge State Park, cool off by Lake Sara, or venture into exciting Effingham — the choice is yours!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- 3 Smart TVs
- Dining table, breakfast bar
- Covered front porch w/ seating
- Wood-burning fire pit (wood provided upon request)
- Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided)
- Large open yard area
KITCHEN
- Fridge, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Cooking basics
- Dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Window A/C units, floor heating
- Washer & dryer, hair dryer
- Linens & towels
- Complimentary toiletries
FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 1 step required to access, single-story home
PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles), gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Less than a mile to Montrose City Park & Playground
- 9 miles to Effingham: museums, restaurants, shops
- 10 miles to MY Garage Museum & Retail Store
- 16 miles to Lake Sara Beach
- 22 miles to Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site & 25 miles to Fox Ridge State Park
- 65 miles to Decatur Airport & 120 miles to St. Louis Lambert International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $65 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires 1 small step to access
Experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and rural tranquility when you stay at this Montrose vacation rental. Complete with all the comforts of home and a peaceful prairie setting, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat has everything you need for your next Illinois adventure. Explore the scenic Fox Ridge State Park, cool off by Lake Sara, or venture into exciting Effingham — the choice is yours!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- 3 Smart TVs
- Dining table, breakfast bar
- Covered front porch w/ seating
- Wood-burning fire pit (wood provided upon request)
- Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided)
- Large open yard area
KITCHEN
- Fridge, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Cooking basics
- Dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Window A/C units, floor heating
- Washer & dryer, hair dryer
- Linens & towels
- Complimentary toiletries
FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 1 step required to access, single-story home
PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles), gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Less than a mile to Montrose City Park & Playground
- 9 miles to Effingham: museums, restaurants, shops
- 10 miles to MY Garage Museum & Retail Store
- 16 miles to Lake Sara Beach
- 22 miles to Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site & 25 miles to Fox Ridge State Park
- 65 miles to Decatur Airport & 120 miles to St. Louis Lambert International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $65 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires 1 small step to access
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About the area
Montrose
Montrose is home to this holiday home. Veteran's Monument and Jackson Truss Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at TREC Calico Trail and Bliss Park.

Montrose, IL
What's nearby
- Veteran's Monument - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Effingham Performance Center - 11 min drive - 22.7 km
- Lake Sara - 17 min drive - 29.9 km
- Eastern Illinois University - 36 min drive - 62.7 km
- Lake Shelbyville - 51 min drive - 77.6 km
Getting around
- Effingham Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
- Brick Bat - 8 min drive
- Pings Tavern - 8 min drive
- Dozer's Pub - 11 min walk
- Kountry Kitchen - 8 min drive
- Kenters - 8 min drive
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