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Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV

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A cozy living room with a stone wall, wicker furniture, a fireplace, and large windows.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf with various items.
A two-story brick house with a stone entrance, a front porch, and a flag.
A cozy living room with wicker sofas, a fireplace, and large windows.
A wooden staircase with a white base, a vase with flowers, and a black chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Millikin University
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Decatur, IL
  • Place, Millikin University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kirkland Fine Arts Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fido Fields
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Decatur, IL (DEC)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV

Welcome to Tartan House, a beautifully preserved 1925 two-story Colonial filled with character, history, and tartan- and flannel-inspired details throughout.

The home features 5 bedrooms with 3 king beds and 2 queen beds, including a main-level former maid’s quarters, along with 3.5 bathrooms. Guests can enjoy formal dining for 8, a stocked kitchen, drip coffee maker, enclosed sunroom, and multiple spaces to relax and gather.

Outside, the rear sun deck offers another place to unwind, while the original iron and cobblestone fencing adds to the home’s historic charm.

Because Tartan House is more than 100 years old, it retains some of the quirks that come with a historic property. The original floors do squeak and creak throughout parts of the home, and the shower water pressure is lower than what you may find in a newer property. We want guests to know this in advance so there are no surprises during their stay.

Please also note that, as of September 2026, the fireplaces shown in the listing photos are decorative and are not operational.

Tartan House is best suited for guests who appreciate the warmth, architecture, and personality of an older home while still having the space and conveniences needed for a comfortable stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max of 2 cars can pull through the driveway & park behind our house. Driveway is shared with the neighbor & must not be blocked. Free street parking.
No outside noise from 8pm - 9am. This is a residential, family neighborhood.
No unregistered guests allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2718486
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this vacation home is near a water park. Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Scovill Park West reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kirkland Fine Arts Center and Children's Museum of Illinois. Traveling with kids? Consider Scovill Zoo and Heroic Age Arts Center. Jet skiing and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Decatur, IL

What's nearby

  • Millikin University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kirkland Fine Arts Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hieronymus Mueller Museum - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fido Fields - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Shelbyville - 42 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Krekel's West - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪under the sky - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV on Nov 18, 2026 start from $553, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic 5 br Home w/ Sunroom 65" HDTV located?

This family-friendly Decatur vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Millikin University and Kirkland Fine Arts Center. Hieronymus Mueller Museum and Transfer House are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Weekend Home

A well maintained beautiful older home that was a perfect place for our family for the weekend. I would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Overall great stay. We were in town for a softball tournament and was able to share the house with 2 other families thanks to Anthony for allowing an extra guest. We had everything we needed and close to Kroger for groceries and Dominos for pizza. I would recommend extra silverware.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This historic home was so quaint and allowed our family to be together for a family funeral weekend. We will likely stay here for future family events. Anthony was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

Perfect place for our family (wife two adult children and parents). Plenty of room and gathering areas. Very comfortable for leisure through the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Football game

Very unique, fun filled house. We thoroughly enjoyed it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! Everyone enjoyed the house. Btw you have a package in the entryway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

Comfortable, clean,and spacious
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

We will definitely book this property with this owner again! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great gathering place

Nice quiet location near Milikin University. Spacious house with plenty of room for our entire family. We had grandparents, parents, and children all staying together. Plenty of room for the kids to play and toys for them to play with, and plenty of room for the adults to congregate and socialize. Would love to stay there again on our next trip if it works out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The property was well laid out for a family get together. Everyone enjoyed the stay. The property owner was very quick to react to any problem that we had. We would use the property. again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Family Time

Friday to Sunday. We cooked in a well-appointed kitchen. We chatted around this fireplace and that fireplace. We played games. We grilled. Perfect family reunion
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tartan

We had loads of fun. Shuffleboard and ring toss kept us entertained. Sunroom is delightful. Didn’t turn on tv once
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good experience

The house is in a quiet neighborhood, and the best of 4 rental houses we have stayed at in Decatur. The owner is VERY responsive to the very few issues we had. The house is well stocked with plenty of towels, supplies and spices/condiments, with great TV's and plenty of social space. Very comfortable with good light, and well maintained. Air conditioning works great also, and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Kitchen was great and fully stocked with everything you could need, including spices. The outside grill was new and worked great. It is an older house, so that meant some old oors, creaky floors, snd one of the bedrooms upstairs was very warm. They provided fans, andnothing was a deal breaker. The house also had more toys and games than expected which was a hit with 5 and 3 year old. We stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Holiday Stay

The house made for a wonderful place to gather family for the holidays. Not only was the house itself perfect and comfortable for a group our size, but it was festively decked out for Christmas. The hosts are communicative and clearly care about making their guests comfortable and cozy. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Decatur.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

Loved the house, worked great for our family girls weekend! Anthony (host) was great as well, responded to all questions and check in process was a breeze. Thank you for allowing us to use your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Anthony Raffety

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I enjoy creating a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space where guests can relax and feel at home. I take pride in keeping the property well cared for, making check-in simple, and providing a smooth, respectful stay from beginning to end. I enjoy hosting because I like giving guests a dependable place they can feel comfortable choosing.

Why they chose this property

Tartan House was built in 1925. The moment we stepped inside we fell in love. Its rich history, persevered character, and updated amenities make it a treasure as a short-term rental. Photos do not do it justice.

What makes this property unique

The high ceilings, massive sunroom, large bedrooms, original wood throughout.... so many details will make you never want to leave. We added all the amenities of a luxury hotel (Smart Heating & Air controls, HDTVs throughout, soap, shampoo, conditioner dispensers in every shower; memory foam beds - 3 kings, 2 Queens, spa style bath towels, microfiber wash clothes, fully stocked kitchen, drip coffee maker, all while preserving its historic charm.

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