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Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville.

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Outdoor dining
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Shelbyville, IL
  • Popular LocationForest Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Shelbyville5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Shelbyville Beach5 min drive
  • AirportChampaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)72 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay in Shelbyville. Would stay again if needed!
Diane W.
Oct 17, 2023

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
130 sq m
Bedroom 1
    Bedroom 2
      1 queen bed
    Bathroom 1
      Bath

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville.

    Scarlett O'Hara would have felt at home gliding down elegant, open staircase in this Italianate home built in 1858. It was fondly nicknamed the Shelbyville "Tara." The Antebellum elegance in the woodwork and architecture has been maintained throughout the years.

    Perfect for couples, solo adventures business travelers, families (with kids) or vacations utilizing Lake Shelbyville. Picture perfect settings for wedding day photos and ample area for wedding day prep. Ample parking on site. Located in downtown Shelbyville within walking distance of several restaurants and shops.

    Newly updated emenities throughout the STR. Large rooms with televisions in both bedrooms and the living area. The kitchen is set up for simple dining, air-fryer and grill, dishwasher and refrigerator. A washer and dryer are also included in this unit. Entry into the building through a passcode.

    Property manager

    Martha Boarman

    Property amenities

    Pool/Spa

    • Spa tub

    Internet

    • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • On-site parking

    Kitchen

    • Fridge
    • Microwave
    • Dishwasher
    • Toaster
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Electric kettle
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils
    • Paper towels
    • Kitchen island

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms
    • Bed sheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Hair dryer
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

    Outdoor areas

    • Barbecue
    • Garden

    Laundry

    • Washing machine and dryer

    Work spaces

    • Desk
    • Desk chair

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board
    • Local meal delivery service

    Location highlights

    • In the city centre
    • Near a hospital

    Things to do

    • Kayaking nearby
    • Hiking nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Waterskiing nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Jet skiing nearby
    • Marina nearby
    • Golf nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher
    • Deadbolt lock

    General

    • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out

    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
    Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
    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
    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

    Vrbo Property

    About the area

    Shelbyville

    Located in Shelbyville, this apartment is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by The Little Theatre on the Square, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eagle Creek State Park and Forest Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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    What's nearby

    • Shelby County Courthouse - 6 min walk
    • Forest Park - 3 min drive
    • Lake Shelbyville - 5 min drive
    • Lake Shelbyville Beach - 5 min drive
    • Wolf Creek State Park - 27 min drive

    Getting around

    • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 50 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Casey's - 1 min drive
    • McDonald's - 11 min walk
    • Longbranch Grill - 5 min walk
    • Taco Bell - 10 min walk
    • Chapala Mexican Grill - 11 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville. pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville.?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville.?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Historic 1850's downtown home, located downtown, very close to Lake Shelbyville. located?

    Located in the heart of Shelbyville, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Shelby County Courthouse and HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital. Forest Park and Lake Shelbyville are also within 2 miles (3 km).

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Jessica I.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great place to stay!
    We had a great experience. Thank you!
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Diane W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Bacon Wedding
    Beautiful place to stay in Shelbyville. Would stay again if needed!
    Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Shawna M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family wedding get-away
    The home is exactly as described. Even with the more modern amenities it retains its classic charm. My only suggestion is to add that this is an upstairs dwelling in the description, in case any visitors have mobility concerns We would definitely recommend!
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

    8/10 Good

    CNabers1989 N.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Second Story Rental
    The rental should be listed as a 2 bedroom; the sectional couch is considered the 3rd place to sleep--not the best to sleep on; since a sectional has a tendency to separate when you move around on it. We had 6 adults in the unit. The Unit is spacious--it is the entire upper level of the house. Make sure you can do steps. It was a great location. Didn't spend much time in the house. Great location.
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Shawn

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
    Beautiful old building with very nice renovation.

    8/10 Good

    Lamar W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Clean & adequate.
    Overall a decent place. The one bedroom only has a sofa to sleep on. The water got hot for showers but not very hot at all in the kitchen.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Anita W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Girls weekend
    Nice accommodations for what we needed.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

    6/10 Okay

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice place but eh
    Provided 2 towels for 4 adults on a 3 day stay. I reached out via email/mobile prior never was able to get hold of anyone until check in. Did not get correct key code until I had to call in (first communication). On Netflix - the icon has “ lesser people” log in .
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Nate A.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice Place!
    Cozy, Comfortable, and Clean! Would definitely stay again!
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jennifer C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Girl’s weekend
    We really enjoyed our stay here. Great location, plenty of parking, and the place had everything we needed. The only negatives- the bed in the main bedroom needs updated. When two people lay in the bed it sinks in the middle. The shower has zero water pressure (I’m sure if the shower head was changed to a smaller shower head than the rainfall head that’s in there it would be better). Also, no hot water to the kitchen- not sure why that is.
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023