10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
4 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute spot
Anne D.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Apartment
The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Carbondale, IL
- Southern Illinois University2 min walk
- Banterra Center20 min walk
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale3 min drive
- Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Dining area
About this property
The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC
THE SUITE INCLUDES:
Fully furnished Queen bed
Smart TV for streaming
Fully furnished kitchen with apartment sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, spices, cookware and complimentary coffee
Newly renovated bathroom with shower
LOBBY AREA INCLUDES:
Office space for laptop
Multiple seating arrangements for guests
Urban chic design that will have you making remodeling plans in your own place!
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BUILDING:
Access at all times is through stairwell (please note this if bringing a pet)
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.
What to Know Before You Book:
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.
Fully furnished Queen bed
Smart TV for streaming
Fully furnished kitchen with apartment sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, spices, cookware and complimentary coffee
Newly renovated bathroom with shower
LOBBY AREA INCLUDES:
Office space for laptop
Multiple seating arrangements for guests
Urban chic design that will have you making remodeling plans in your own place!
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BUILDING:
Access at all times is through stairwell (please note this if bringing a pet)
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.
What to Know Before You Book:
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.
Property manager
Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
$50 per stay. Under 50lbs only.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Carbondale
Carbondale is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park, while African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carbondale, IL
What's nearby
- Southern Illinois University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Banterra Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- SIH Medical Group - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Southern Illinois Healthcare - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
- Buckwater Brew Works and Whiskey House - 2 min drive
- Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza - 18 min walk
- Sunny Street Cafe - 2 min drive
- Siuc Trueblood Dining - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dawn H.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Dawn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Amanda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Again, great place to stay
Colleen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
29 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Apartment!
Katie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shari
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shari
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Colleen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kitty C.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Should have stayed longer!
Kitty C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara p.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint room with easy access to southern illinois sites
Sara p.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute!
Peter S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
James W.
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU
James W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
9 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Colleen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W., Bartlett, IL
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and charming place perfect for SIU parents
Lisa W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth N.
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Les J.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Les J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois.
What makes this property unique
Also located in the building is Growing Media Marketing where you can catch a production of The Spiel broadcast that airs on Fox 23 (by appointment)
Languages:
English
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