Title: Farmers Friend - Family Escape - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Farmers Friend - Family Escape ## Photo gallery for Farmers Friend - Family Escape ![Property grounds - Farmers Friend - Family Escape (Tiskilwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267686/f1fc3df6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children's area - Farmers Friend - Family Escape (Tiskilwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267686/d59fd3ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Farmers Friend - Family Escape (Tiskilwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267686/9241d374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Farmers Friend - Family Escape (Tiskilwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267686/0f85fd83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Farmers Friend - Family Escape (Tiskilwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267686/e582f580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Farmers Friend - Family Escape provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Farmers Friend - Family Escape An unforgettable unique family escape from the daily grind on this 175 acre farm 1.5 hrs from Chicago suburbs and 30 min from Starved Rock State Park. Voted Top 5 Most Beautiful Places in Illinois. 4 Beds. 1.5 Baths. Wood Fired Pizza, Animals Tours, Volunteer Activities, Regenerative & Organic Agricultural Experiences. Milk a goat, get eggs from Wild Chickens, scamper w/ the sheep! Hike the forest, splash in the creek, dig your hands in the soil, and gaze at the stars. See website for schedule! 4 Beds and 1.5 baths. 4 Queens beds. Gorgeous lighting. Located in upper farm near Learning Center and hiking. More details to come! 1\. Please do not pick anything from the gardens. 2\. Warning: There are electric fences on the property. Do not touch them. 3\. Animals --- You can pet animals through the fences (warning on the electric) OR when accompanied by a staff member. \*\*\* \*\*\*The chickens on pasture are guarded by guard dogs. Do not get within 20 feet of the fence unless accompanied by a staff member. 4\. Do not go into barns, silos, other other farmstead structures, tents or residential buildings unless you have rented them or are accompanied by a team member. \*\*\*The Farm Learning Center including the public restroom IS available to you 24/7 unless rented by another guest which rarely happens. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267671/0c3bccee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 Affordable Rooms: Shared Kitchenette, Restroom Tiskilwa - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=113267671&PinnedHotelID=113267671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112900000/112896000/112895933/fa90d61e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3-bedroom farmhouse with beautiful views..newly decorated. Princeton - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=112895933&PinnedHotelID=112895933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110404400/110404306/fee86c66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage w/ Hot Tub, 75\` TV, Games, Kitchen La Salle - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=110404306&PinnedHotelID=110404306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34514700/34514662/a0d503a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! Lasalle - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 93 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=34514662&PinnedHotelID=34514662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119442700/119442639/6e589656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin 4: Reconnect with each other and nature at The Wildflower. Princeton - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill CA $360 CA $538 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=119442639&PinnedHotelID=119442639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119450000/119441800/119441748/3f11f2da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin 2: Discover our good nature at The Wildflower Princeton - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $360 CA $534 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=119441748&PinnedHotelID=119441748&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267663/d0c78207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heated Tent, Queen Bed in Forest on Farm w Animals Tiskilwa - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor space - Parking available CA $161 CA $246 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=113267663&PinnedHotelID=113267663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113267700/113267668/87c11138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Huge Heated Tent w/King Bed on 175 Acre Farm Tiskilwa - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $161 CA $253 total includes taxes & fees Dec 13 - Dec 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=113267668&PinnedHotelID=113267668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83710000/83709600/83709595/bfa620c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing! North Utica - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 131 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=83709595&PinnedHotelID=83709595&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72610000/72603700/72603607/2f9158ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom 2 bath. Living space and kitchen. Peru - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Microwave - Living/dining area 8.8 Excellent 24 reviews CA $248 CA $453 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=72603607&PinnedHotelID=72603607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 359980 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.27873%2C-89.48491&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PxiBp8-0xKofb6arPJUJBd5UZlQ=) Tiskilwa, IL #### What's nearby - Soldiers and Sailors Memorial \- 17 min drive \- 16.6 km - Bureau County Fairgrounds \- 18 min drive \- 17.7 km - St. Margaret's Center for Family Health \- 20 min drive \- 20.1 km - Matthiessen State Park \- 45 min drive \- 58.3 km - Starved Rock State Park \- 47 min drive \- 66.7 km #### Getting around - Princeton Station - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Indian Valley Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hawg House Saloon - ‬23 min drive - ‪Wiseguys - ‬21 min drive - ‪Brewmaster's Supper Club - ‬18 min drive - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Farmers Friend - Family Escape pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Farmers Friend - Family Escape? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Farmers Friend - Family Escape? ### What time is check-out at Farmers Friend - Family Escape? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Congress Plaza Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Congress-Plaza-Hotel.h6452.Hotel-Information) > > [Virgin Hotels Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Virgin-Hotels-Chicago.h9119528.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Fairmont-Chicago-At-Millennium-Park.h15937.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel 55](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-55.h26728.Hotel-Information) > > [Palmer House a Hilton Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Palmer-House-A-Hilton-Hotel.h8079.Hotel-Information) > > [Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Renaissance-Chicago-Downtown-Hotel.h19215.Hotel-Information) > > [Pendry Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Pendry-Chicago.h982552.Hotel-Information) > > [LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-LondonHouse-Chicago.h12786616.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Sofitel-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h864219.Hotel-Information) > > [Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Chicago-Marriott-Downtown-Magnificent-Mile.h18035.Hotel-Information) > > [Aloft Chicago Downtown River North](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Aloft-Chicago-Downtown-River-North.h5461400.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h21152.Hotel-Information) > > [Warwick Allerton - Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Warwick-Allerton-Chicago.h25452.Hotel-Information) > > [Freehand Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Freehand-Chicago.h9418281.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Chicago Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-CitizenM-Chicago-Downtown.h82652306.Hotel-Information) > > [Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Trump-International-Hotel-Tower-Chicago.h1723215.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-The-Westin-Michigan-Avenue-Chicago.h21055.Hotel-Information) > > [Aloft Chicago Mag Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Aloft-Chicago-Mag-Mile.h26998765.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Residence-Inn-Chicago-DowntownLoop.h11544584.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Blake.h21142.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Chicago.h12167.Hotel-Information) > > [Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Millennium-Knickerbocker-Chicago.h15087.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h982517.Hotel-Information) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-Chicago-Downtown-Magnificent-Mile.h570329.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-InterContinental-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h20205.Hotel-Information) > > [The Drake](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-The-Drake.h15092.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-The-Gwen.h558027.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Chicago River North](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-The-Westin-Chicago-River-North.h41800.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wade](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-W-Chicago-Lakeshore.h1346.Hotel-Information)