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Simply Charming Cottage

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large mirror, and a cozy seating area.
A staircase with white railings and wooden steps leading to a door.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows with blinds, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 5 guests with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It sits near Quincy University and Greeman Tennis Center.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Quincy University
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Quincy, IL
  • Place, Quincy University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Quincy Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Quincy Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

About this property

Simply Charming Cottage

Simply Charming Cottage is located in the heart of Quincy. Brand newly updated. Super fresh and cozy with the character of an older home. An abundance of windows flood the home with natural light giving it a very uplifting feel. The home is the only one on the block allowing ample parking and a sense of privacy. Quaint brick courtyard privacy fenced in the rear yard. Just a short walk to Quincy University and Quincy's iconic local pubs and eateries. Close to Blessing Hospital.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A pack n play is available for small children.

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Absolutely no more than 9 at any one time.

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2624483vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Note from host: Absolutely no more than 9 at any one time.
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

About the area

Quincy

Quincy is home to this holiday home. Villa Kathrine and Villa Katherine Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Greeman Tennis Center and Westview Golf Course.
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Quincy, IL

What's nearby

  • Quincy University - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Greeman Tennis Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Quincy Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quincy Mall - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • John Wood Mansion - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Quincy Station - 4 min drive
  • Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪County Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kelly's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Indian Grill House - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Simply Charming Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Simply Charming Cottage?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simply Charming Cottage on 26 Jan 2027 start from £355, 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 at Simply Charming Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Simply Charming Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Simply Charming Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Simply Charming Cottage located?

Situated in Quincy, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Quincy University, Greeman Tennis Center and Quincy Museum. Quincy Mall and Blessing Health System are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, comfortable, and convenient for my plans in Quincy. I grew up in this neighborhood but left in 1982, so I especially appreciated how well the area has been kept up in the 40 years since I lived right up the street.I would definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place had a great location. we were a little concerned about the steep stairs being a group of women in our 60's, We just took them slow and held on. The shower has wicked water pressure. The house was beautiful and comfortable. we have stayed in 3 houses in Quincy that are hosted by Laura. They have all been great. Thank you Laura
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming nicely renovated and decorated old home. Nice location right in town. Well equipped with all necessary supplies. Only caution is a steep staircase to bedrooms on second floor that may pose problem for young children or adults with disability.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place in Quincy

Nice accommodations, clean and plenty of coffee cups and wine glasses.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and convenient

Property was clean, stocked with anything we needed. Plenty of space and we were happy with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing stay from start to finish!

We had the best time staying at the cottage. Laura was very quick to respond with our questions and we loved everything about the house! We hope to stay here the next time we’re in Quincy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lively house

We enjoyed it a lot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Thank you Ann! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and Sweet Home

Stylish clean home. Felt very safe and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We were in Quincy for our son’s college orientation and this property was perfect for our family’s visit. Clean, quaint and charming. We will continue to book here for our visits!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just like the pictures!

This house was perfect for our family of 4. It was decorated beautifully, and everything was clean . The beds were comfy , just perfect. We would definitely stay again if we return to Quincy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay in Quincy

The house appears as it is represented in the listing, and is a beautifully renovated historic home in a quiet, historic neighborhood with walking access to many things. A nice quiet patio out back and comfortable bed. Communication was great, check in was easy, and I would recommend this to anyone needing a place to stay in Quincy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
We appreciate your kind review Andrew, we’d love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place, was booked from a recommendation

Nice clean house, made me feel right at home. Laura was quick to respond with any questions we may have had and was very easy to work with. Thanks again and we'll definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

VRBO had everything!

This home had all the amenities you need for a wonderful stay. Clean, excellent communication with owner and very cute home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place!

The house was absolutely adorable! The only issue we found was some broken glass, plastic, and a small bone in the bottom of the dishwasher. Everything else was fantastic! We would definitely recommend and book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quincy Cottage

We were very pleased with this rental! It is as advertised; clean, well-appointed and in a wonderful central location. Communication with Laura was excellent; she even had fresh locally made cookies for us upon arrival! We could either park in the driveway or on the street. Neighbors were quiet and the neighborhood is well kept. The back patio is a big plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lot of stairs

We ended up having to stay elsewhere do to the limitations of some of our party. The property was very nice, but there are a lot of stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not bad

The "4th" bedroom is a pullout chair
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Not bad is disappointing as we aim to thoroughly please each and every guest and have gone above and beyond to do so. Hopefully everyone will see the description of the fourth bedroom clearly in the description.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Brief

Lovely appearance Uneven cooling Challenging stairway Overpowering fragrance from air fresheners
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2022
John, I’m so sorry you didn’t thoroughly enjoy your stay. I’ve had so many reviews on many different platforms and none of them included complaints. I wish you had said something about not liking the smell in your first message where you were upset about not having a bed on the main floor because I would’ve come and removed the 3 air fresheners. That’s actually one thing we always get complimented on actually. The cleanliness and the cozy smell. As for the cooling, I’ll look into that, thank you for alerting us. We’ve never had anyone say a word about that either. We go above and beyond to please our guests, i regret that you were not.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable house

I enjoyed my stay. The house was very clean. The staircase to the bedrooms is narrow & steep but to be expected in an old house. I like how the original floors & doors were restored. If I would stay a few days again in Quincy, I would definitely stay here & recommend this cottage to others. Laura was very accommodating. I like how a keypad was used to get in the house. Very easy. Thank you, Laura for renting out your adorable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful cottage

Loved everything about the cottage. Neat, clean, beautifully decorated. The only bad thing was the staircase. I have a bad knee and it was very steep. Not for people with elderly or those who have hard time with stairs. Need a vent in upstairs bathroom our son took a hot shower and when he came out of bathroom it set fire alarm off.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home in nice neighborhood

This property is expertly clean and well maintained. The home is newly renovated with smart stylish details that feel upscale while staying true to the architecture of the home. The furniture and beds are lovely and comfortable. Rooms are spacious. Linens and towels are high quality. Kitchen details make you feel at home. The neighborhood is safe for an evening stroll to the nearby college campus or local shops on streets blooming with mature magnolias. There is off street parking. Communication with the owner was easy and prompt. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Christmas

This was the perfect home base for us and our adult children when we were not with extended family on Christmas Eve and Christmas. The rooms are smallish but comfortable and tastefully decorated. Lauren' simple and elegant Christmas touches made us feel welcome. The kitchen had everything we needed. A note for elderly guests-- there are a few features which those with less mobility may not be able to take full advantage of. The dining room and chairs are taller than traditional height. Stairs to the bedrooms upstairs are a little narrow, and a charming old-fashioned bathtub could be harder for some to get in and out of. None of these passed any issues for us though, and we really enjoyed our time here! has everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with fabulous natural lighting well furnished, comfortable beds etc. Quiet neighborhood. Great common areaMaintenance required- loose staircase railings (front and back), and the one full bath has no “grab bars” in the soaker tub. Quite difficult3.5 bedrooms are upstairs. Nice bedding. Good AC and heatVery old windows- should be replaced or at least clean the sillsThe issue- stairs are not per code. Tiny and steep. Would not be permitted where we live. I’m a landlord, so I know code Dangerous and narrow with no railingsNote to owner:Change the bathtubAlter the stairs. There is room. Your first accident will be a terrible lawsuitOur family would hate to see that happenPlease phone me to discuss deets. Our dad was a builder. You have my my numberThanksTom
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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