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Carlinville Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 900 Sq Ft | Stairs Required to Access
Dining Area | Dishware/Flatware Provided | Free WiFi
Cottage Exterior | Central A/C & Heat | Pet Friendly w/ Fee
Living Room | Smart TV
Kitchen | Cooking Basics | Coffee Maker

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Carlinville Public Square
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dryer
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Carlinville, IL
  • Place, Carlinville Public Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Lou Yeager
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Fast Eddie's Bon Air
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Carlinville Cottage

Whether you're in town to visit family, see the sights, or get away for some well-earned time off, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental is the perfect place to host your next trip to Central Illinois! This cottage features a modern interior, a well-equipped kitchen, and a large backyard with plenty of space for kids and pets to run around. Spend your days exploring the nearby historic district of Carlinville and enjoying the surrounding attractions before heading home for a relaxing night in.
The space
~5 Mi to Carlinville Lake | Free WiFi (5 Mbps) | Day Trip to St. Louis

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bunk Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered patio, backyard area, front porch
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, blender, toaster, coffee maker, island w/ seating, dishware/flatware
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, open floor plan, updated interior
GENERAL: Linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, keyless entry
FAQ: Exterior stairs required to access, single-story home, Ring doorbell security camera (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3712906vb
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Carlinville

Carlinville is home to this holiday home. Raymond Shoal Creek Golf Course and Timber Lakes 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 Beaver Dam State Park and Piney Creek Ravine - State Natural Area.
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Map
Carlinville, IL

What's nearby

  • Carlinville Public Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Lou Yeager - 29 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Piper Glen Golf Club - 47 min drive - 68.9 km
  • Robert Wadlow Statue - 57 min drive - 74.7 km
  • Fast Eddie's Bon Air - 60 min drive - 74.7 km

Getting around

  • Carlinville Station - 7 min walk
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Dining Hall - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carlinville Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Carlinville Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Carlinville Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Carlinville Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Carlinville Cottage located?

Situated in Carlinville, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Carlinville Public Square and within 12 miles (20 km) of Beaver Dam State Park and Piney Creek Ravine - State Natural Area. Lake Lou Yeager and Raymond Shoal Creek Golf Course are also within 25 miles (40 km). Carlinville Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, our home away from home. We have stayed here many times and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, well appointed. Very accommodating host, we have rented this home many times and keep coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

This was a fantastic stay in a wonderfully clean space! We really enjoyed Carlinville cottage ans would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect and convenient. We will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy. Beautifully decorated

Loved the accommodations. It was great. Would definitely try to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star property

Our second stay at the Carlinville Cottage and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat

A very peaceful, quiet home that was perfect for our short stay. Enjoyed early morning coffee on the front porch in this newly remodeled, and beautifully decorated home. Will recommend to others traveling to Carlinville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Carlinville CottageThis home is beautiful. It appears to be freshly remodeled. The details in the home are unique & classy. We found it to be very clean. The bed was comfortable. The owners included everything one could need for a comfortable stay. We were in town visiting family. Our visit was made easy by the owners attention to detail. Thank you for letting use stay in your home. Stephanie & John M. Sacramento,CADate of arrival - April 14, 2026
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
You were amazing guests and hope you will come back. We appreciate your communication and what amazing shape you left our home in. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host. Nice beds. Clean and plentiful linens. Quiet neighborhood accessible to the town square and Route 4 south out of town. You could walk to the train station even.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We have had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful property many times and we always look forward to it! We spent a very frigid week there in January and February and it was warm and cozy with everything you could need. The hosts are so kind and wonderful. So thankful for this beautiful rental option in Carlinville.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property

Can’t say enough great things about our stay. Set up was perfect and location couldn’t have been better, easy access to downtown and groceries. Everything was exactly as in the pictures and no touches left undone. Thanks for a great stay in Carlinville!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for my daughters wedding, it was only 4 minutes away from them, perfect location. Everything was nice and clean, loved the master bathroom double shower and the ac had me sleeping like a baby!! Neighbors were friendly, one even stopped and asked my husband if he needed help when he was struggling with a box. Great place to stay in Carlinville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

Everything was nice ac just a little too cool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carlinville Jem

Beautiful newly renovated home with everything you could possibly need. Date of the art appliances and furnishings, beautifully decorated and so comfortable. We were visiting parents and family and everyone thoroughly enjoyed being together in such a great house! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Carlinville Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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