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Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views!

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Exterior
Exterior
Covered patio with picnic bench
Terrace/patio
Covered Patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hudson, IL
  • Illinois State University
    19 min drive
  • Illinois Wesleyan University
    22 min drive
  • Carle BroMenn Medical Center
    23 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views!

Situated on Reese Lake on the western end of Lake Bloomington in Central, IL, this home has 3 Br, 2 baths, covered patio, 2nd floor balcony, fenced in yard, fire pit, lake side views and the unique charm of a quiet lake neighborhood. It is minutes from Rivian, ISU, IWU & Uptown Normal. For the business traveler, a home away from home located 20 min to Rivian, 25 min to the Bloomington, IL airport, State Farm Insurance and Country Financial. A cyclist's delight, the area is frequented by cyclists riding popular routes around Lake Bloomington and Comlara Park/Evergreen Lake.

The Space
This little neighborhood is located near the start of a scenic loop road on the southwestern tail of Lake Bloomington, and the house is on the north shore of Reese Lake. The fenced in yard has a gas grill, covered outdoor dining area, and a fire pit. The attached garage has been transformed into a game room. The game room has air hockey, foosball, ping pong table, electronic keyboard, puzzles, board and table games, and a smart TV.

The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you’ll need to cook, like pots, pans, bakeware, cutting boards, etc, as well as salt, pepper, oil, flour and sugar. We also provide coffee and tea!

House rules must be followed.

Guest access:
Guests will have access to all spaces on the property except the shed, where we keep yard care equipment.

Other things to note:
This is a no smoking/vaping house, and small pets are allowed.
The property is not wheel chair accessible and toddlers must be supervised.
There are steps from the garage to the main living space and back yard, and staircase to the 1st bedroom.

Keep in mind, we are on a lake and by woods - there will be wildlife and bugs! It is likely you will see deer, geese, racoons, turtles and other wildlife. Please use caution when driving, especially at night, and don’t scare the animals away if/when they come into the yard.

Property manager

Jeff Stempora
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: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are to be supervised at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Parties- Any stay where the primary activity is the consumption of alcohol is not allowed.
4 Vehicle Limit - The maximum number of vehicles per stay is limited to 4 vehicles - 3 in the driveway and 1 in the street in front of the house.
Limit Noise - Please be considerate of the neighbors. Loud noise or music is not allowed.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

North America

Map
Hudson, IL

What's nearby

  • Illinois State University - 19 min drive
  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 22 min drive
  • Carle BroMenn Medical Center - 23 min drive
  • Bloomington-Normal Factory Stores - 23 min drive
  • Grossinger Motors Arena - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 20 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Green Gables - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lake Road Inn - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kicks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sit-N-Bull Restaurant & Lounge - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake House Retreat - Game Room and Lake Views! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Ironwood Golf Course, Children's Discovery Museum and Illinois State University. The Shoppes at College Hills and Eastland Mall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
It is clear that the owner care about the guests. A lot of details and organization to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Getaway
We were in town for a family funeral, and chose this adorable house to stay in because it looked like a perfect peaceful oasis. We were so pleasantly surprised at just how lovely everything was. The hosts were easy to communicate with. Check-in was a breeze. The house has literally anything you may want, they have truly thought of everything. This is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of life, and enjoy spending time together. Our only regret was that we weren’t staying longer. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for our quick Getaway
Everything about the property was great and exactly as we expected. Yard was relaxing and quiet and the kids had a blast in the game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house with nice views of lake
We had a nice weekend stay at the Lake House. It was super clean and had more than enough room for us. The upstairs bedroom is very cozy. And the fenced in yard was awesome for our dog. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute spot in a beautiful area
Loved the lake and the firepit the house was super cute.The upstairs shower was awesome. only complaint is that the beds were like sleeping on a wooden plank.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
Very nice place for us to stay during the Disc Golf tournament. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, and nice space. The garage turned into game room was a nice extra space. Even though its a neighborhood with houses all around, it was very quiet. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Stempora

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We live in Bloomington, IL and have been property owners and landlords for a number of years. When we acquired this property, we immediately knew that we needed to share it on a broader scale because of its location and beauty. We thought a vacation rental would be the perfect way to accomplish that, and so we are listing this vacation home as our first experience with a vacation rental.

Why they chose this property

This is a little neighborhood nestled on the corner of a scenic loop trail on the south end of Lake Bloomington. The neighborhood wraps around Reese Lake which is essentially an overflow for Lake Bloomington. We loved the combination of proximity to woods, the lake, walking / cycling routes, nature, friendly neighbors, two great bar and grills, and the tranquil views.

What makes this property unique

This property was a total makeover. The house was in terrible condition when we acquired it, and it took us some time to get it to where it is now. In the process of fixing it up, we discovered that much of the original house was made from old railcar and railroad wood and added onto over the years. The best part of the property is its tranquil views of the lake and proximity to all that Lake Bloomington and the surrounding areas has to offer.

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