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The Red House

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Room
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Monticello, IL
  • Monticello Family Bowl
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Monticello Railway Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Area outside of bathroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Red House

Experience the charm of yesteryears with a stay in our beautifully restored 1862 Red House, nestled in the heart of Monticello's historical business district. If you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a unique getaway, this is the perfect place for you.
The space
The Red House features a full kitchen, a combined dining and living room, and a half bath on the first floor.

Take the Grand Staircase up to the second floor which features two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a second living space that can be used as a bedroom area.

Bedroom 1 features a king size bed and a sitting area.

Bedroom 2 has a queen size bed and a desk.

The bedroom area just outside of the bathroom has a fold out full size bed for extra sleeping.

The full bathroom features a vanity, walk in shower, toilet and heated floors.

The third bedroom is located in the Loft and has two twin beds. Please use caution while using or letting children use the loft steps, They are steep and could be dangerous if safety rails aren't used properly.
Guest access
Guests have access to all spaces accessible from the front door. The rear entrance is not part of the space and not accessible to the space.
Other things to note
Pets- The Red House is dog friendly for one dog with an extra cleaning fee. (Dogs must be house trained and under 50 pounds.) Dogs are not allowed on the furniture or allowed to sleep in the beds. Any damages as a result of the dog will be billed to you. Clean up after your dog in the yard. Monticello requires dogs to be on a leash when walking

Property manager

Todd
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Monticello

Monticello is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riverbend Forest Preserve and Clinton Lake State Recreation Area, while Monticello Railway Museum and Museum of the Grand Prairie are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Farm Center or University of Illinois Assembly Hall. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.
Map
Monticello, IL

What's nearby

  • Monticello Family Bowl - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monticello Railway Museum - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Kirby Medical Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • State Farm Center - 27 min drive - 37.0 km
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 30 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Monical Pizza Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Main Street Pub - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Red House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Red House located?

Situated in Monticello, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Monticello Family Bowl and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Monticello Railway Museum. Kirby Medical Center and Sangamon Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Great location!

The Red House was a great location with easy walking distance to the Monticello Square. The rooms were clean, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cassie k.

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

House with history

Me and my family just needed some place to stay while my son and my nephew were wrestling in champagne for state. We ended up loving this little house and all its character uniquely decorated very clean easy to access in a cute little town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Wonderful Home!

This home was perfect for our visit. Nicely remodeled home, in a great central location. We were able to be centrally located for visits with family and friends between Clinton and Urbana. We will definitely look to stay at the Red House on future visits to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Central to Everything Monticello!

The Red House is just as depicted! The beds were super comfortable, and everyone appreciates a heated bathroom floor. The house is a block away from the business area and walkable to several restaurants. I was there for a reunion weekend, and we used it as a central location for those activities in addition to others such as a visit to Allerton Park. I would recommend the Red House to those visiting the town or participating in events at the University of Illinois (c.25 minutes away).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

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

Family Funeral in Monticello

My elderly father, my brother, daughter, and a couple spouses (six in total) travelled to Monticello to attend my Aunt’s funeral. We found the red house could accommodate us and we could all be together. For a family walking down memory lane, this house felt like it added to the experience with Its history. The beds were very comfortable, and the place was furnished beautifully, and very clean. Overall we had a wonderful stay. We loved how convenient it was to the square and we were able to easily walk to restaurants and for groceries. We had a couple modern technical issues but the owner was very responsive and helpful, and we worked through them. We would book this house again for a family trip. You won’t regret choosing the red house!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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