Escape to a cozy retreat in Charleston that offers a serene country-side environment. Unwind with your loved ones around the fire pit, play cornhole, or enjoy meals on the patio amidst spacious yard and Adirondack chairs.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!
The perfect home away from home for a trip on the road less traveled awaits in Charleston! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers a private and country-side environment for your stay. Enjoy a meal on the patio, play a game of cornhole, or gather around the fire pit with your loved ones. There's plenty to explore during your visit like Eastern Illinois University and hiking trails near Lake Charleston. Whether you're seeking history, nature, or college-town vibes, this vacation rental has it all!
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (2 miles): Doudna Fine Arts Center, Tarble Arts Center, O’Brien Field, Lakeside Soccer Field, Lantz Arena OUTDOOR RECREATION: Woodyard Conservation Area (1 mile), Lake Charleston Spillway Park (2 miles), Warbler Ridge Conservation Area (2 miles), Fox Ridge State Park (6 miles) EXPLORE THE AREA: Moore Home State Historic Site (8 miles), Aikman Wildlife Adventure (28 miles), World’s Largest Gavel (28 miles), Scovill Zoo (57 miles) AIRPORTS: Willard Airport (50 miles), Indianapolis International Airport (109 miles), St. Louis Lambert International Airport (150 miles)
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- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 first aid kit
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
About the area
Charleston is home to this holiday home. Fox Ridge State Park and Mattoon Peterson Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tarble Arts Center and Doudna Fine Arts Center. Visit our Charleston travel guide
Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)
52 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
6 min drive
Casey's General Store
3 min drive
Pagliai's Pizza
4 min drive
Taco Bell
5 min drive
Starbucks
6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston! located?
This family-friendly Charleston holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tarble Arts Center, Doudna Fine Arts Center and Eastern Illinois University. Lantz Arena is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.
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Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston! Reviews
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Great location to Eastern Illinois University. Clean and well equipped kitchen. If we have more work in Charleston we will definitely stay there again.
Donovan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good
kris m.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
The accommodations were amazing, beds very comfortable, all the amenities you needed. The appliances were all wonderful.
This VRBO certainly lived up to its top-tier reviews! We reached out for an early check-in and the owner quickly replied and was extremely accommodating. It’s a great location and 5-6 minutes to EIU and Charleston destinations. Owners have really done a lot of nice updates to the house - modern appliances and decorating was perfect! We lit a fire one night and enjoyed the stars in the back yard. Highly recommend!
We were very impressed with this house. We were in town for an event at Eastern Illinois and this house was perfect. Very close to the school. The house is beautifully remodeled. The couch was comfortable for watching a movie at the end of the day. They had everything we needed for cooking meals too (the restaurants in Charleston leave a little to be desired, but the grocery store is nice!) Overall we loved our stay and will stay here again anytime we need to be in Charleston.
Charlie and Suzi could teach a MasterClass on hosting! All the details were considered. The house was immaculate, the beds, bedding and pillows were 5-star hotel quality, including the pull-out sofa in the living room. The kitchen was perfectly stocked with essentials and extras. The house was designed to bring people together with its quaint reading nooks, conversation sets and connection games. The neighborhood was quiet and the house felt private and peaceful. This is hands down the most comfortable, well-appointed place we've stayed in our 15 years visiting Charleston. Evolve's communication was clear, timely and complete. We hope to stay here again!
Great property! Will stay here again! Better than pictures show! Only issue was communication with company that is supposed to exclusively assist us, (Evolve) was less than ideal. Property owner was great and not aware of over 24 hour response time….
We’ve rented several VRBO properties over the past ten years and this was by far our favorite. So perfectly decorated. 5+++ stars! Watched some baseball games over the weekend …close to the University with a get away feeling. Thanks for sharing your property with us. You’ve got a keeper!