Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Walk to Illinois State University
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Onsite parking available
Washing machine
Non-smoking
Explore the area
Normal, IL
Illinois State University
Place, Illinois State University
11 min walk
Redbird Arena
Place, Redbird Arena
14 min walk
Illinois Wesleyan University
Place, Illinois Wesleyan University
17 min walk
Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
13 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Additional Sleeping (Basement Living Room)
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66!
Staying in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in Normal, Illinois, can be a great way to experience the town and all it has to offer. Normal is a college town, home to Illinois State University, and has a variety of activities and attractions to suit all the different interests in your travel group. The home offers a full kitchen, Smart TVs, free WiFi, and numerous sitting areas to relax and unwind. Easily access downtown Bloomington or visit loved ones attending ISU or IWU.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Basement Living Room: 2 Twin Daybeds w/ 2 Twin Cots (31" wide x 4" thick foam cots) | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: 2 living areas, Smart TVs, board games, typewriter, dining table KITCHEN: Fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, cooking basics, organic coffee, tea & snacks GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heat & A/C, complimentary toiletries, hangers, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels FAQ: 2 steps to enter, stairs required to access basement living room & bedroom PARKING: Shared driveway (3 spaces), free street parking (first-come, first-served) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 3-bedroom property for 11 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
LOCAL FUN: The Castle Theater (2 miles), White Oak Brewing (2 miles), Red Raccoon Games (2 miles), Miller Park Zoo (3 miles), Grady's Family Fun Park (4 miles) HISTORY & MUSEUMS: Children's Discovery Museum (1 mile), McLean County Museum of History (2 miles), David Davis Mansion (3 miles), Prairie Aviation Museum (5 miles), Historic Route 66 (9 miles) GREAT OUTDOORS: Hidden Creek Nature Sanctuary (2 miles), Angler Park (4 miles), Constitution Trail (5 miles), Eagle View Park (6 miles), Schroeder Nature Preserve (11 miles), ParkLands Merwin Preserve (16 miles) AIRPORTS: Central Illinois Regional Airport (6 miles), General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (41 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: There are 2 steps to enter the property, and stairs are required to access the basement living area and bedroom 3. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are located on the main floor - NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay - NOTE: This property sleeps 8 guests in 5 beds, with room for 12 total by using the air mattress and 2 cots (31-inch wide x 4-inch thick foam cots)
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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
About the area
Normal
Normal is home to this holiday home. McLean County Museum of History and Prairie Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Shoppes at College Hills and Eastland Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Redbird Arena or Grossinger Motors Arena.
Illinois Wesleyan University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Children's Discovery Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Uptown Station - 3 min drive
Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Casey's - 13 min walk
Circle K - 2 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 9 min walk
Western Tap - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66!?
As of 4 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,225, 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.
How much is parking at Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! located?
Situated in Normal, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Illinois State University and Redbird Arena. Carle BroMenn Medical Center and Illinois Wesleyan University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Uptown Station is 27 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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A step back in history. Other then the dishwasher and laundry, very true to the 1950s spirit. A great opportunity for the grandparents to reminisce and for my child to learn about the lifestyle at that time.
Very cute house! We were here for a ISU function, and the house is so close to the college. The house was very clean, comfortable beds and great location. We would definitely stay here again. The host was very accommodating.
DO NOT STAY HERE — COCKROACH INFESTATIONOur family of six stayed here for two nights and discovered cockroaches in the property. We arrived late the first night and noticed very small bugs the next morning but did not realize they were cockroaches. We were away most of the day for a college visit and returned late. Around 11 PM, we discovered more cockroaches and immediately understood the seriousness of the problem.I messaged the host around midnight. We had four children with us and were leaving the next morning, so I was not going to wake everyone in the middle of the night. The cockroaches were primarily in the kitchen, which we barely used. The next morning, while packing, a roughly one-inch cockroach ran out from under a shoe near the front door.Management later called our report “late in the stay,” which is extremely misleading for a two-night stay. We reported the problem as soon as we realized what we were dealing with.We requested a full refund. Management offered only the cleaning fee, claiming their inspection after our stay found no cockroaches. We have photographs of the cockroaches we found. A post-stay inspection does not erase our experience.This ruined our family weekend, and we spent an entire day after returning home meticulously inspecting and cleaning our belongings and vehicle out of concern we could have brought cockroaches home.We strongly caution future guests, especially families, against staying here until the property has been professi
Check in was easy. It’s close to everything we needed. The house was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jade
17 Mar 2025
Fun spot near ISU campus
The house was decorated in a very cute manner. It was very clean and located in a perfect spot near campus for our group of 9 girls. We would definitely stay again if our dance group travels to ISU in the future!
We stayed here to go to an ISU football game, convenient and close to campus. The unit was nice and served our purpose, we didn't spend a whole lot of time there but the price was right for the amount of beds there were.
It was the perfect home base for graduation festivities. Plenty of room for all and the 50s decor was fun. The other side was booked too but never would have known it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cavin
6 July 2023
No Place Like Home
Great stay! Great Location! The home was fully stocked! Felt so comfortable - just like home! Will definitely stay again when in the area. Owner was a little difficult to get a hold of as we wanted to extend our stay, but it all worked out!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jen
2 July 2024
Always a great place!
We have stayed here twice now. First time just renting one half and next time the whole house. Everything is always so perfect. Much better then any hotel and much nicer our family can be in one spot sharing a home! We plan to be back again!
We were very happy to find this property for our long weekend in Bloomington. Centrally located, sleeps many, 2 full baths, equipped kitchen, plenty of parking. Family members stayed in other half of duplex. Very clean, well organized, fun decor, very comfortable beds! Very happy overall.
It is an amazing house to stay in. Decorated and supplied just like home. Super clean an great people to work with. Very thorough with communication!! Within walking distance to ISU campus. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Thomas
12 July 2024
GREAT PLACE
IT WAS A VERY CLEAN AND NICE PLACE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ONE EARWIG THAT THE KIDS FOUND. OVERALL IT WAS JUST RIGHT FOR WHAT WE WANTED. A GREAT PLACE.
Easy check-in, cute decor, clean, great communication! There was plenty of space for the 6 of us 4 adults and 2 kids. Sara made sure we had all the information we needed prior to check-in and was quick to respond to messages we sent her and was very helpful.