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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Illinois State Capitol
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Illinois State Fairgrounds
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Completely remodeled, pet-friendly, 'smart' home in the country!

Completely remodeled for comfort and convenience, this pet-friendly and family-friendly home is situated in the heart of Abraham Lincoln country, only 10 minutes from Springfield, IL.

Nearby are wineries, historical sites and antiques waiting to be discovered. The nationally acclaimed Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum are located in Springfield, an easy ten-minute drive through rural vistas. While here, visit Lincoln's Home National Historic Site, Lincoln's Tomb, the Lincoln Depot, Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana Thomas House, and more! Pick up lunch at the historic Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop - the first drive-thru in the nation. In the summer season, you'll find an abundance of roadside stands selling fresh produce and melons. Bike along the country roads, with bicycles provided (seasonally) for your enjoyment. This home is a short, fifteen-minute drive from New Salem State Historical Site where Lincoln tended store and surveyed the surrounding area.

Home Amenities: This single story home with a basement, has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, wall-mount smart TV with live streaming, and USB charging stations on each nightstand. You'll also find 'Smart' outlets in the kitchen for device charging, Google Home technology throughout the home, and a completely renovated bathroom, with an LED shower tower boasting five, multi-function body jets, a handheld showerhead and rain head for the ultimate shower experience. The living room hosts a sleeper sofa, recliner and chaise lounge, fireplace, and a 52" smart TV with live streaming. In the summer, a large yard, nightly viewings of deer in the back pasture, along with the coyotes and owls serenading and fire-pit access makes for the perfect country experience!

The fully-equipped farmhouse kitchen design features brand new, stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher, a custom coffee corner, with a K-cup/coffee pot combination, electric can opener, cookware, food storage options, barware, dishes and flatware for 12 and more!

In town for business? An extended stay? Receiving long-term medical care at our regionally renown Medical District? Working as a traveling healthcare professional? Our rural retreat is the perfect place for relaxing, unwinding, working remotely or visiting friends and family. Visit for a few days or enjoy an extended stay with reduced pricing!

Property manager

Kirsten Davin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets must be housebroken and well-trained.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Pleasant Plains

Located in Pleasant Plains, this holiday home is in a rural area. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Daughters of the Union Veterans Headquarters and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Illinois State Fairgrounds and Illinois State Museum. Washington Park Botanical Gardens and Knights Action Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pleasant Plains, IL

What's nearby

  • Memorial Medical Center - 19 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Illinois State Capitol - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Illinois State Fairgrounds - 19 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Lincoln Home National Historic Site - 20 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Station - 19 min drive
  • Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Last Chance Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fraase Farm - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Morning Star Mercantile & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sangamon Valley Cattle Co. - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Millies Chili - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Completely remodeled, pet-friendly, 'smart' home in the country! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Completely remodeled, pet-friendly, 'smart' home in the country!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Completely remodeled, pet-friendly, 'smart' home in the country!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Completely remodeled, pet-friendly, 'smart' home in the country! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Stuart Dog Park, Centennial Dog Park and AMF Springfield Lanes. Memorial Clinic Koke Mill and Daughters of the Union Veterans Headquarters and Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

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

Excellent stay!

Adorable, nicely decorated and had everything we needed. We were very comfortable staying in this little country house. Location was perfect. Owner was friendly & responsive. Honestly, the cleanest VRBO we have ever been in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

george c.

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

Family birthday

Very quiteNice showerOnly minor suggestion deck could use railing and rails on steps
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great place for a getaway

Enjoyed my (solo) stay here while taking a 4-day leave. I wanted a quiet place to read and relax, while also being close enough to the city to do a few things here and there. Comfortable, clean, and convenient. Would without hesitation stay here again should the occasion arise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

We thought this place was renovated beautifully with a cozy home feel. It was very clean and had everything we needed and more. The luxury shower was amazing! We have zero complaints and look forward to staying again. Kirsten responds almost immediately to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn R.

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

The Perfect Place to Stay!

This is my 2nd stay with Kirsten and it was 100% perfect! Easy check-in, and Kirsten is always very responsive with any information.The home is the perfect size for me and a guest, and the best dog-friendly place to stay! It had everything we needed for a long weekend and was super clean. The dryer was an added bonus to toss in wet crate mats. Favorite amenity? The shower! This is by far one of my favorite places to stay when in Pleasant Plains. Quiet, country setting yet 10 min from anything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Springfield, Illinois

The home is located in a quiet country setting. Very clean, very pleasant. We witnessed some beautiful sunsets as we were fixing our suppers.The home is close to Springfield with the Lincoln museum and library and the National Lincoln Home.Both were very much enjoyed by us, and highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie L.

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

Lovely stay

In helping my brother and his family moved several
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Accurate description

Great location for what we were doing in Springfield area. Pets allowed which is a great benefit. No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dami D.

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

Away from town

This place was out in the country, we saw and heard the wildlife. Very cute place, just like the pictures. The only downfall were the beds, very hard mattresses. Host gave us all the information we needed in a timely matter.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin L.

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

Coming for Dog trials

This was a perfect location, out in the country but still 15-20min from everything we needed. The house was very clean, beautifully done and dog friendly (but you couldn’t tell by walking in). The host got back to us right away when we asked questions. 100% will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

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

Nice

Had a great weekend away, the peacefulness was refreshing so quite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

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

Country House

The house was great and as described. After spending long days at the draft horse show it was great to be able to relax there in the mornings before we went back to the hustle at the fairgrounds. Such a peaceful setting! Enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

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

Great Location

Close to Springfield and only 15 minutes from town. Clean home and modern decor throughout. Our dog loved to roam on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boro R.

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

Cozy Country Farmhouse

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jen R.

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

August Trip

We enjoyed staying at this property. This was a new place for us and very conveniently located for where we were visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

Country stay

This was a great place to stay for a wedding in Springfield Il with a reception in pleasant plains. It was everything that was advertised. It was quiet, an easy commute, and very dog friendly. Very clean. Would stay here again! The host is very friendly and quite willing to work with you- she was willing to let us check in early to get an extra visit with family for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not Good

Too many bad things to highlight here but the top 4 were: (1) The bed was as hard as the floor. (2) The bathroom was so tiny that one person barely fit. (3) The steps up to the door (porch was 4 feet above ground) had no hand rail, especially dangerous for senior citizens and/or small children. (4) Windows and outside appearance had not been cleaned in years (cobwebs, bugs, debris).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilie W.

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

Cute Farmhouse Vibes!

I was blown away by how cute and cozy (and clean!!) this house was. I loved the location, a quick drive into Springfield but quiet and secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My daughter and I had a lovely stay at this cozy property to see Miranda Lambert and the State Fair. It was very peaceful in this beautiful wooded area not far from the fair. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

SO PEACEFUL

What an amazing stay to simply get away for a few days. Kirsten went above and beyond and answered all the questions I had prior and during the visit. She is amazing! The house is absolutely adorable. Sitting outside in the mornings on the porch drinking coffee listening to the birds chirping gave me a sense of zen I don't get living in the city. The house was spotless and has such a warm cozy feeling. I highly recommend and give it 11/10. Thank you Kirsten for making the stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaMichael B.

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

Very nice clean cozy home

Very easy to get contact with owner responds back promptly clear instructions everything said about the home is true all living essential needed is provided for clean comfortable home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

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

Delightful Country Setting

We loved our stay in this delightful home. It is situated on a very rural road and the property is well-kept. We even saw a doe and her twin fawns when pulling in one day. The house itself is clean and well set-up with plenty of linens and towels available. The kitchen appliances all work well. Beds are very comfortable. You're 15 minutes from the western edge of Springfield. The only drawback is the lack of railings on the porches. I hope to be able to spend more time there. I didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Country setting

Love this little country home and its peaceful setting. Just feels like home..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jill P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I left feeling disappointed.

First, I messaged with the owner at the end of 2023 to ask about whether fireworks could be heard at their property. It looked and was described as secluded, and they assured me that they wouldn't be heard, only seen. Unfortunately, they neglected to mention that the neighbors directly in front and behind set off their own fireworks for several hours, which defeated the entire purpose of my stay. I didn't message the owner, because what could they have done? I was stuck there, and had to deal with it. I was super disappointed, to say the least. Second, they have a real gnat problem. They come out of the shower drain, and whatever bugs are in the window sills were all over me as I sat at the kitchen table. Again, I didn't reach out because what would they have done? Sprayed some chemicals that probably would've required me to leave? Again, I just dealt with it because I felt stuck. Third, the bed was super uncomfortable. I've certainly slept on worse, but it was more springy than firm, and it just solidified the disappointment. Fourth, for the 2nd half of my stay, my assumption is it was the owners on the property for much of the day and night working on some sort of trailer, I don't really know. They didn't come to the house or anything, but my social anxiety was at a high the entire time. Some pros: -When fireworks weren't going off, it was quiet. -It's just a 10 minute drive to Centennial Park, which has a great walking trail. -They allowed me to bring my two cats.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary Nugent T.

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

Great Kitchen

Great kitchen. Nice house. However, beds were too hard and uncomfortable. Also, need a railing on the steps outside. I could not get up on down them on my own, I had to wait for my husband. Not everyone is a spring chicken.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kirsten Davin

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I am an occupational therapist at a local hospital, faculty at Baylor University, a business owner, entrepreneur and mother of two daughters, ages 3 and 12.

Why they chose this property

As a mother of two daughters, ages 3 and 12, I know the joys and potential challenges of traveling with young children and large families. We have renovated this home to cater to all age groups and every type of traveler.

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English

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