[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! Vacation home with kitchen, near Illinois State University ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035300/91035213/015c7be0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035300/91035213/5bc58b6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035300/91035213/8497d9d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035300/91035213/dabce634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035300/91035213/0eafb022.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Normal, Illinois, a charming college town home to Illinois State University, this 3-bedroom vacation rental offers an inviting space with Retro 1950s decor throughout. Unwind in one of the two living areas featuring Smart TVs and enjoy free WiFi. Explore downtown Bloomington or visit loved ones at ISU or IWU. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12840 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Air conditioning ## 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. ### 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. \-- THE PROPERTY -- Off-Street Parking | Retro 1950s Decor Throughout | In-Home Washer & Dryer 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 -- 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 \- No pets allowed \- No events, parties, or large gatherings \- Must be at least 25 years old to book \- 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) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 840 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30080000/30076300/30076284/f85819cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing Value- Spacious Townhouse Unit Walking Distance from DT Bloomington Bloomington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=30076284&PinnedHotelID=30076284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90610000/90607600/90607581/5ecd1270.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Vacation Rental - Walk to ISU! 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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 479400 ## About the area Normal is home to this vacation home. Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts and McLean County Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers 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. [Visit our Normal travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Normal.dx9134) [View more Vacation homes in Normal](https://www.expedia.ca/Normal-Private-Vacation-Homes.d9134-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%7C40.50218%2C-89.00161&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RnCO4Tt58UfinhPJOeP_Y53f0lk=) Normal, IL ### What's nearby - Illinois State University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Redbird Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Illinois Wesleyan University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Carle BroMenn Medical Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 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 - ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive - ‪Casey's - ‬13 min walk - ‪Avanti's Italian Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪McAlister's Deli - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this 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!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ideally Located House - 9 Mi From Route 66! located? > Situated in Normal, this vacation 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 mi (2 km). Uptown Station is 27 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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