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The Illini Game House

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, video games, offices
Game room
Game room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Illini Game House

Immerse yourself in the perfect Champaign retreat with a focus on fun! Our home, situated in a serene neighborhood near the campus, showcases recent renovations, including a remodeled master suite and bathroom in 2017, a modern kitchen with new appliances in 2018, upgraded living spaces in 2018, and a renovated second bedroom with an updated guest bath in 2019. Elevate your stay and enjoy the heart of entertainment with our exciting arcade games!

Key Features:

★ Modern Haven: Immerse yourself in the comfort of a recently updated retreat, ensuring a contemporary and cozy experience.
★ University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: Explore the beautiful campus of this esteemed university, known for its academic excellence and architectural beauty.
★Arcade Games!

♦︎ Bedrooms:
☞1st Bedroom: Comfortable queen-sized bed for a restful night's sleep.
☞2nd Bedroom: Another cozy queen-sized bed awaits you for a peaceful slumber.
☞3rd Bedroom: Ideal for larger groups, this room features two queen-sized beds, ensuring ample space for a good night's rest.

♦︎ Fully Equipped Kitchen: Prepare your favorite meals effortlessly in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with stove, oven, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, and cookware.
♦︎ Backyard: Step outside to a charming backyard, perfect for grilling up the perfect meal

We hope you will have a memorable stay at our house. 😉 Please note the following to help you plan your stay

-Maximum 8 overnight guests
-This home has two full bathroom.
-Game room max occupancy: 16 Daytime guests

We kindly ask for your consideration of our great neighbors and future guests. In the rare case of disturbance to the neighborhood, you may be asked to leave 😞.

Please enjoy this wonderful space we worked so hard to create for you! We welcome any questions or comments you may have. 🙂

Thank You!

Property manager

Collin Reeser

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Newly Remodeled Home 10 Minutes From Campus Champaign

About the neighborhood

Map
Champaign, IL

What's nearby

  • State Farm Center - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • University of Illinois Assembly Hall - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Champaign-Urbana Station - 9 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Illini Game House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Illini Game House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Illini Game House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Illini Game House located?

Situated in Champaign, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Sholem Aquatic Center and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Kaufman Lake and Hessel Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Illini Game House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
It was convenient to everywhere we were going. Nice house. Quiet neighborhood. Had more than enough of cooking supplies. Thank you Sue Graden.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient & fun
My kids were super happy about this place. Right off the bat, you walk into the game room, and we spent a good portion of our time playing in there! Foosball, arcade games, air hockey - definitely fun. The beds were comfortable and the house was well-stocked. The hosts communicated well, and check-in and out was easy. Only complaint is the walls are thin, but the place is spacious so that helps. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Etai G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had an excellent visit at the Illini house. Our kids loved the amenities in the home as well as easy access to many nearby parks. We would love to come back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melani B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for a baseball tournament
Plenty of room, well stocked kitchen, evweything was clean and fresh. The kids loved the game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
Loved the home, location and easy access to all the wonderful things to do in Champaign Urbana. Great trail for runners- especially long distance runners like myself. Thoroughly enjoyed the house and played air hockey and pac man almost non-stop!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't Hesitate!
My husband and I called this property home for two weeks while visiting friends in the area. It was well-stocked to meet your every need and extremely comfortable. Communication with the owner was outstanding when resolving a few minor problems. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
Clean, great location, well stocked kitchen and plenty of towels. Extra touches like ground coffee, tea, bottled water and bath bombs. The video games are fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Marshfield, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
We loved our stay because the location was so quiet and clean. Perfect spot close to campus
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rodger E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
It was conveniently located for us. Easy to access. Well equipped. A few glitches with the lock. Owner was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lenny C., Bartlett Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Illini Homecoming stay.
The home was nice clean and quiet neighborhood. The kitchen was very accommodating for cooking. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house-air conditioned
Nice comfortable house in quiet neighborhood. Very convenient for where we needed to go
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding in Champaign
House worked well for our needs. Clean updated kitchen and air conditioning worked great despite temp outdoors in the 90s. Clean bathrooms.There were coffee grounds available which we appreciated. Quiet neighborhood, ten minutes from the downtown wedding Venue. Master Bed could be firmer and larger but not terrible. 2nd bath and breezeway sunroom which was the entry to house had a musty smell but was fine in rest of house, some weeds growing from gutters and a lot of dust on ceiling fan in bedroom so we kept it off. Could not figure out how to adjust volume on TV. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home and convenient to everything
This house worked perfectly for our family. Just enough space for our needs. Had everything that we needed. Owners were very easy to work with and responsive. Would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Kankakee,IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
It was very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding stay
So relaxing to be able to stay at this family friendly and well appointed property. Owners were great communicators. I highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Spot Near UI Campus
The house was very clean and looked exactly like the online pictures. The house was located about 10 minutes from U of I and was centrally located to Green and Neil streets. There is a park nearby with a walking path that led back to the neighborhood. The host sent an email with restuarant suggestions in the area. He was very responsive to any emails I sent him. I would stay here again and recommend this to anyone needing a comfortable place to stay near the campus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

fred A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great neighborhood and general location! Comfortable home with plenty of space and a wonderful living room area to sit and spend time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mom’s weekend
Stayed here for my first mom’s weekend at UofI. The house was not far from campus in a quiet neighborhood. Colin responded quickly when we had trouble accessing the house using the door code upon arrival. House was clean and comfortable. It was even stocked with good coffee! Would book this home again next time I’m visiting my son at school.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean, updated home in Champagne
We were very pleased with our stay at this beautiful home. The host was communicative and helpful. The quiet, charming neighborhood was very nice with a nearby walking trail and many good restaurants just a short drive away. The home was fully equipped with all the amenities needed to feel comfortable. Bathrooms and bedrooms were spotless and we all slept well and thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit!
Nicely maintained house, plenty of space for the kids, and easy check-in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan b.

Liked: Cleanliness
State Finals!
Property was comfy and felt like home!! Clean and well equipped with everything we needed for a long weekend!! Definitely recommend this beautiful home!!! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
It is spacious and comfortable. The owners were lovely to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location.
Great place to stay with friends or family. Great location, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023