10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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Whitt’s End -- a spacious private lodging in a historic Springfield neighborhood
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Springfield, IL
- Illinois State Capitol3 min drive
- Lincoln Home National Historic Site3 min drive
- Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum4 min drive
- Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Whitt’s End -- a spacious private lodging in a historic Springfield neighborhood
About this space
Unique home in Springfield’s oldest neighborhood (est. 1902) near the Capitol and downtown but feels like a world away. Huge covered front porch, backyard orchard/garden, spacious rooms.
This home, located in an iconic family-friendly neighborhood, is more than 100 years old, and was cut up into a duplex many decades ago. Your host lives upstairs in an entirely separate unit. You will have complete privacy.
The space:
There’s one bedroom at the back of the unit. In the front is a parlor room that can be closed off completely and function as a second bedroom. It has a futon sofa that can be made into a bed, but the space can also accommodate a queen-size air mattress.
There are smart TVs in the parlor bedroom and in the living room.
Guest access:
You’re welcome to enjoy the front porch, which has gliders and a small table with chairs. You’re also welcome to explore the backyard garden/orchard, which has seasonal fruits and veggies, a fire pit and small grill. If you plan to bring a pet, please connect with me when you make your reservation so that we can ensure our pets don’t interfere with each other (I have two very friendly dogs). Bringing a pet without informing me will result in an added fee.
Within walking distance:
Several good restaurants plus Pease's candy shop, a pizza place, and local fave SnoBizz stand. We're also near Springfield's favorite park, Washington Park, which has tennis courts and an amazing playground.
If you're traveling with a canine, your host can share info on all the dog-friendly bars, cafes, and shopping spots.
Unique home in Springfield’s oldest neighborhood (est. 1902) near the Capitol and downtown but feels like a world away. Huge covered front porch, backyard orchard/garden, spacious rooms.
This home, located in an iconic family-friendly neighborhood, is more than 100 years old, and was cut up into a duplex many decades ago. Your host lives upstairs in an entirely separate unit. You will have complete privacy.
The space:
There’s one bedroom at the back of the unit. In the front is a parlor room that can be closed off completely and function as a second bedroom. It has a futon sofa that can be made into a bed, but the space can also accommodate a queen-size air mattress.
There are smart TVs in the parlor bedroom and in the living room.
Guest access:
You’re welcome to enjoy the front porch, which has gliders and a small table with chairs. You’re also welcome to explore the backyard garden/orchard, which has seasonal fruits and veggies, a fire pit and small grill. If you plan to bring a pet, please connect with me when you make your reservation so that we can ensure our pets don’t interfere with each other (I have two very friendly dogs). Bringing a pet without informing me will result in an added fee.
Within walking distance:
Several good restaurants plus Pease's candy shop, a pizza place, and local fave SnoBizz stand. We're also near Springfield's favorite park, Washington Park, which has tennis courts and an amazing playground.
If you're traveling with a canine, your host can share info on all the dog-friendly bars, cafes, and shopping spots.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 3:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Springfield
Springfield is home to this holiday home. Pasfield House and Dana-Thomas House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Velasco Tennis Center and AMF Springfield Lanes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Illinois State Fairgrounds or Bank of Springfield Center.
Springfield, IL
What's nearby
- Illinois State Capitol - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Lincoln Home National Historic Site - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- St. John's Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Illinois State Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min walk
- Vinegar Hill Plaza - 19 min walk
- Lil Caesars Pizza - 12 min walk
- George Ranks - 15 min walk
- Grab-A-Java - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
alanna k.
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
alanna k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Your host
I'm originally from Texas and Alaska, but have been in Illinois more than 20 years.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is full of giant trees, old homes, and wonderful people.
What makes this property unique
This building is a mix of old (1902) and new (2022). Guests have called it both "spacious" and "cozy." The most unique feature is probably the garden/orchard/food forest, which some reviewers have described as "magical."
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