Title: 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120520045&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape Vacation home in Montrose with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape (Montrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120520100/120520045/a55bab9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape (Montrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120520100/120520045/9bf68289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape (Montrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120520100/120520045/76b95a09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets - 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape (Montrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120520100/120520045/cc0e3eb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape (Montrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120530000/120520100/120520045/17ccf777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom888 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape 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 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - 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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 555156 ## About the area Montrose is home to this vacation 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. [Visit our Montrose travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Montrose.dx6153490) [View more Vacation homes in Montrose](https://www.expedia.ca/Montrose-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6153490-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C39.16304%2C-88.38177&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vLTl3tncx9j7e78wXwoFpDEeSWA=) Montrose, IL ### What's nearby - Veteran's Monument 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Effingham Performance Center 12 min drive \- 21.0 km - Lake Sara 13 min drive \- 21.7 km - Eastern Illinois University 40 min drive \- 62.0 km - Lake Shelbyville 55 min drive \- 75.2 km ### Getting around - Effingham Station 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Brick Bat 8 min drive - Kenters 8 min drive - Pings Tavern 8 min drive - Dozer's Pub 11 min walk - Kountry Kitchen 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape? ### What time is check-out at 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape? ### Where is 9 Mi to Effingham: Pet-Friendly Rural Escape located? ## Have a question? 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