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Historic Blackman-Evans Home

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, WiFi
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hillsboro, IL
  • Popular LocationLitchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center15 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Lou Yeager18 min drive
  • AirportVandalia, IL (VLA-Vandalia Municipal)35 min drive
  • Popular LocationVandalia State House43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Blackman-Evans Home

Centrally located on Main Street close to downtown Hillsboro. Step back in time where past meets present when you visit this historic home. You are surrounded by period furniture, while enjoying modern amenities such as A/C, WiFi, TVs, and luxury bedding. Built in the southern style, this creole-inspired cottage with a local stone foundation and original black walnut floors, stair case and wood work transports you to another time. Not suitable for small children, workgroups or pets.
The space
This 1843 historic home has two bedrooms on the lower level and two bedrooms upstairs. Upstairs master with queen sized bed and en-suite bathroom. Sitting room in the front of the house with electric fireplace. Family room with dining area and large Samsung smart TV. Bedrooms on main floor both have full sized beds with pocket doors separating them. Separate entrances as well to maintain privacy. Kitchenette (no stove) and newly renovated bathroom on main level of house. Sunny enclosed back porch with dedicated office area and high speed fiber internet. Large front porch perfect for relaxing and watching the world go by.
Guest access
Full house excluding basement.
Other things to note
Kitchenette only. Antique fragile furniture. Original wall paper, original rough wood plank floors. Typically drafty in the winter, due to its construction methods popular in the 1840's keeping with regulations to maintain a house on the National Historical Places Registry. Has central air and heat with the addition of gas fireplaces in the living room and master bedroom upstairs.
Space heaters and portable fans are provided for additional comfort.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Hillsboro

This vacation home is located in Hillsboro. Half Witt Winery and Raymond Shoal Creek Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Patriot's Park and Lake Lou Yeager.

What's nearby

  • Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center - 15 min drive
  • Lake Lou Yeager - 18 min drive
  • Greenville Country Club - 35 min drive
  • Vandalia State House - 43 min drive
  • Copper Dock Winery - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Opera House Brewing - 7 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 18 min walk
  • Hardee's - 5 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Blackman-Evans Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Blackman-Evans Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Blackman-Evans Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Blackman-Evans Home located?

Situated in Hillsboro, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Lou Yeager, HSHS St. Francis Hospital, and Madison Park. Litchfield Carnegie Public Library and Litchfield City Hall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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