Title: Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832200/112832115/1b538fcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832200/112832115/c17137ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832200/112832115/99c01b09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832200/112832115/5b0b9393.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832200/112832115/08221d94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors and take advantage of free breakfast, a firepit, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Hot tub - Fireplace - Kitchen - 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. ### Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors Come stay at the beautiful and historic Whiffletree place. Located just 25 miles to Downtown Peoria, and on the main route from Chicago to Peoria, It’s the perfect place to escape and spend time with friends or family. Nestled on sprawling acres, boasting with panoramic views of the whole river valley, star lit skies & cozy nights await you. THE HOUSE: Whiffletree has a lot of character, that's why we love it so much. It’s old and historic, yet modern with current creature comforts. This spacious and newly renovated 2 story red brick home has plenty of room for a large family gathering or reunion and can accommodate 12 guests comfortably. We have WiFi, a hot tub, 4 smart TVs, a fully stocked kitchen, plenty of acres to explore, a game room, kids bedroom equipped with toys and tons of space for relaxation. There have been many famously known individuals who have enjoyed a stay at Whiffletree place, many of them on get-aways from the Chicago area in the early 50s. With the likes of Al Capone and Joe Louis as frequent visitors to name a few, this house leaves you with a feeling of historic pride. Questioning the past and imagining the stirs and noises that this home has heard. During your stay explore the adjacent 41 acres of public land known as the Wightman Lake Wildlife Management area. Go bird watching from the birdwatch. Take a short walk to the Illinois River to fish or up water street to Frank park to let the kids play, hoop on the court or have a picnic at the pavilion. Or stay back and enjoy a fire at the outdoor firepit, relax in the private hot tub or take it all in and stargaze. HUNTING/FISHING: Marshall State Fish & Wildlife Area is just minutes from your stay with 3 areas.There is a 6-acre picnic area, fishing, and access to hunting and hiking trails adjacent to Route 26/29. The habitat ranges from upland forest to riverbottom to cropland. There are over 3,000 acres of public hunting land in Marshall county and surrounding Whiffletree. The Illinois River in Sparland is also known to be very good fishing, just a 5 minute walk from the house. Guest access: The house and surrounding 41 acres are free to explore. The west sunroom is still under renovations and will be locked. The east sunroom is accessible and free to enjoy just note it is not 100% completed. There is a closet on the main level and two closets on the second level that are locked in addition to the door to the basement. On the exterior of the property there is a smaller red building that is locked. \-We are close, so if a problem does arise we can promptly come out to the property to address any needs. Communication is best so that everyone can have a great experience! So please be sure to let us know about anything. Other details to note: We do provide smartTVs, we do not provide general cable due to the secluded/rural area. Wifi is available. Window AC units in almost every room May/September. The grocery stores in Lacon may not carry untraditional items or be as stocked as what you are used to. Kroger in Chillicothe is the best bet if you are looking for organic items. Or try out Lacons seasonal Farmers Market on Saturday mornings in the courthouse parking lot. \-We take many precautionary measures to eliminate insects. However, due to being near many farms, the river and the rural location in general. It’s possible you may see insects around the home. Country living is the best living! \-We do provide some fishing poles and gear that are available to use. Please notify us before your stay if you’d like to use the poles. Please know, if you are above the age of 16. You will require an IL state fishing license to fish public waters. \-Just across the bridge in Lacon is a quaint and cozy downtown. Many small shops and boutiques await you to explore, come experience the true heart of small rivertown living! LOCAL: 1.7 miles to Lacon Marina/Downtown Lacon 6.5 miles to Chillicothe Sportsman Club 8.5 miles to downtown Chillicothe, IL & The Town Theatre 6.9 miles to Marshall County Fish & Wildlife Lacon, 1.0 miles Spring Beach Unit between Sparland & Chillicothe 7.7 miles to Chilli Paintball inc. 23 miles to downtown Peoria Heights, IL 27 miles to downtown Peoria, IL 28 miles to downtown East Peoria, IL 38 miles from Starved rock State Park 35 miles to Matthesion State Park 2 hours from Chicago ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### 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) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Sparland is home to this vacation home. Knoxville Crossing and Prairie Lake Crossing are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Singing Woods Nature Preserve and Gaylord Wildlife Area. [Visit our Sparland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sparland.dx3000346594) [View more Vacation homes in Sparland](https://www.expedia.ca/Sparland-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000346594-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.02639,-89.43901&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_zlyFxp%7B%60P%3FU%3FS%3FS%3FS%40U%40U%40Q%40U%40SBU%40S%40SBSBSBSBSBSBSDSDSBSDSDQDSFQDQDSFQFQFQFQFQFOFQHQHOFQHOHOHOHOHOHOJMHMJOHMJKJMJMJMJKLMJKJKLKJKLIJILKLILILILILGLINGLELGLGNELGNELENCLENENCLCNCNALCNANCNAN%3FLANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDLDNBNDLDNFLDLFLFNDLHLFLFLHLHLHLHLJJHLHJJLJJJLJJLJJJLJLJLJJHLJNJLHLHNHNJNFNHNHNHPFNHPFPFNFPHPDPFPFPDRDPFPDRDPDRBRDRDRBRBRBRBRBRBR%40RBR%40T%40R%40T%40P%40T%40T%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRATATAPATARATCRARCRCRCRCRCRCRERERCREREPERGPEPERGPGPEPIPGPGNGPIPGNIPININGNKNININILKLKNILKLKJKLKLKJKLMJKJMJKJMHKHMJMHMHMHMHMFMFMHODMFMFMDOFMDODOBMDODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOCOAMCOAOCMCOCOEMEOCMEOEMGOEMGMGMEOGMIMGMIMIMIMIMKKIMIKKMKKKKKMMKKKMKMKKKMIMKOIMKMIOIOIOIOIOIOGQIOIQGQGOGQGQGQGQGQESEQGQESEQESCSESESCSCSCSCSCSCSASASCUASAUAQAUAU%3FS%3FS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QiEL_BkpDyjfb5amxMJJM7fl_4w=) Sparland, IL ### What's nearby - Shoppes at Grand Prairie - 35 min drive - 45.6 km - Louisville Slugger Sports Complex - 37 min drive - 46.6 km - Bradley University - 42 min drive - 52.4 km - OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - 43 min drive - 51.7 km - Peoria Civic Center - 43 min drive - 53.1 km ### Getting around - Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 41 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Victoria's Country Diner - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Coffee Hub - ‬2 min drive - Club LaCon - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### Where is Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors located? > Set in Sparland, this family-friendly vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Walnut Dog Park, Knoxville Crossing, and Singing Woods Nature Preserve. Camp Wokanda and Davis Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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