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The Manor House Country Home and Retreat

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Exterior
Great Room
Great Room
Great Room
Great Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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East Peoria, IL
  • Place, Village Hall Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Spring Bay Branch Library
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Spring Bay Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Sleeper Sofa Main Floor

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Manor House Country Home and Retreat

You will love staying in our Country Manor House. With it's beautiful furnishings and artwork you will find yourself completely at home here. Whether you grab a book to read in front of the fireplace or take a little stroll in the surrounding woods, we're sure you won't find a more peaceful place to spend your time.

The house has been updated for bed sizes. Downstairs is a king size bed in the bedroom and a queen size sleeper at the back of the dining area. Upstairs is a bedroom with a king a bedroom with a queen a bedroom with 2 full size beds and a small bedroom with a pair of bunk beds (You have to walk through the bunk bed room to get to the 2 double bed room) that are pretty comfy actually. So that makes 5 bedrooms and a Luxury sleeper downstairs.

The Front Room of the Manor House is where everyone gathers for morning coffee, or evening drinks around the fireplace. It just couldn't be any more comfortable.
This is a quiet residential neighborhood so please respect the neighbors privacy.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please keep in mind that The Manor House is our family home. Please take care of it while it's in your hands!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1025783vb
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: 30
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

About the area

East Peoria

Located in East Peoria, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Peoria Zoo and Peoria Riverfront Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Germantown Crossing and Cherry Tree Shopping Center. O'Brien Field and Frankie's Fun Center & The PIT are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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East Peoria, IL

What's nearby

  • Village Hall Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spring Bay Village Hall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spring Bay Branch Library - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Spring Bay Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Peoria Civic Center - 19 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caterpillar AC - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Germantown Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Manor House Country Home and Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Manor House Country Home and Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Manor House Country Home and Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Manor House Country Home and Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Manor House Country Home and Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Village Hall Park, Spring Bay Village Hall and Spring Bay Branch Library. Spring Bay Park and Village Public Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was a breeze, house was amazing fully stocked with everything that you would need to enjoy your time there! Plenty of space and parking, host was great with communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Great place to stay for the weekend

Great looking place, lots of parking, loved the fireplace! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Dan and his friends were great guests. We continue to get great people stay at The Manor House. Thanks for staying I’d recommend Dan to any host ! Doug Forester The Manor House
Verified

8/10 Good

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 6 guys staying in this nice house. Plenty of room. Very well maintained and enjoyed our time at the house. It is out in the country - very quiet area. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Family reunion

Nice property that is quite and provides space for a larger family get together. Very clean inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Perfect for our family

The house was exactly what we needed to finally have a family Christmas. The owner was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Surprising Gem in Central Illinois

This house was the perfect location for our family to stay when we came back to town for a family funeral. The house was so cute and comfortable. We enjoyed the fire pit and nature around us as well. There were plenty of beds for everyone. I would highly recommend this property for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

Beautiful!

The house and setting are beautiful and very accommodating. Owner was a pleasure to work with and we would definitely return if ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Sara was a absolute pleasure to host. Thank you for staying with us at The Manor House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great place to stay

This is our second time staying at the Manor House. It was every bit as good as the first stay. The house is roomy, lots of space for all of us to sit around and chat, and a big table for card games. The kitchen has every pot, pan, bowl, plate, glass, etc. you could ever need. The house is in a very quiet wooded area yet not too far from shopping, restaurants, etc. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrilyn R.

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

Family loved Manor home

Out of town family noticed how clean home was! Host,Doug, went above and beyond to help with VRBO computer clitch. I was able to bring food and drink early and lights were left on for early arrival. Beautiful private wooded property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

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

Family Holiday Get-Away

The property was very nice and the home very comforable. The kitchen was well stocked but quite small for a large group. Two full and one half baths were not great for ten people. Family had a great time being together.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Disc Golf Getaway

This beautiful home was perfect for our group who traveled to the area for a large disc golf vacation. The home is large enough to give everyone their own private space, yet it has many great community spaces for spending time together. This clean, well maintained manor is perfect for any group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Wonderful for our Family Get Together

Love the peaceful secluded location for our family gathering. Everything was wonderful. Well supplied, comfortable, and beautiful. Thanks again Doug for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Beautiful home and location

This home has been a wonderful getaway and location for our family get together. Well supplied, everything we need in the kitchen, clean, and Doug has always been friendly and responsive. Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny N.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family reunion

The home and grounds were great for what we did there. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy everyone! Great place, secluded, private. Only issue was lots of ants in kitchen area when we arrived, but everything else was great! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Practically perfect in every way!

Beautiful, charming, handcrafted woodwork and cabinetry throughout gave it an English cottage feel. Perfect for the wooded surroundings, nestled on a hillside. Quaint, enchanting and very unique. Also cozy, and homey and lots of room. A very special place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

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

Wonderful family home

Doug responds quickly! This home is always clean and the kitchen is stocked for any and all cooking! We will be staying next year too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Great accommodations

Great place to stay. The Manor House was located in a private setting in the woods on a secluded road on top a scenic hilltop along the Illinois river valley. Checking in was easy and accommodating. The Manor House was stocked with everything you will need for your stay. The decor was unique and well kept. The house was clean in every aspect. By far the best place we have stayed in the Peoria area to date. I hope to stay at The Manor House next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely

Beautiful accommodations and location in the woods. Sitting on the porch and listening to the birds in the morning was an added perk. We heard vireos, robins, wrens, sparrows, woodpeckers and many more. The house had everything we needed for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Another great stay at the Manor House

This is our third year celebrating Christmas at the Manor House. Once again the house was perfect for our family of 12. Thank you, Doug. The weather outside was frightful but the house was delightful. I would definitely recommend staying at the Manor House.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C.

Beautiful home in a gorgeous wooded setting.

Fantastic in all ways. A beautiful home, tastefully decorated, warm and inviting. Gorgeous wooded and private setting. A great retreat--peaceful and serene. Loaded with amenities. The owner was great to work with and responsive. Highly recommend this property. Can't say enough great things about this gorgeous home and our fabulous experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Gayle was a fantastic guest. She was a excellent communicator and her and her party left the house absolutely sparkling clean. They don't get any better than this. Thank you so much for staying at The Manor House and please keep us in mind should the need arise. Doug
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

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

College Friend Reunion

It was perfect for six longtime friends who graduated from college together to reunite. The amenities were exactly as noted. We felt comfortable and safe. Thank you for opening your beautiful home to guests. We had a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Beautiful, Relaxing home

My husband, myself and my mother-in-law stayed here with our adult children and spouses (9 of us) for my daughter's wedding weekend. It was delightful and a perfect setting to relax when we had a little down time. The home is gorgeous and has so much space. The host was great and very easy to contact. We would recommend it to anyone who is staying in the Peoria area! Thanks for opening your amazing home to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

very comfortable home in a beautiful wooded area

we had 5 adults and 3 children. All adults got to sleep in king beds and the kids got to enjoy queen beds. very clean and there are a lot of extra's there. I forgot shampoo and there was some there to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for large groups

Our group of 8 adults appreciated the many rooms to spread out in, the large dining room table to eat together at and the well-stocked kitchen. Things we think need a little TLC are: the couches in the living room (way too soft), the two full size mattresses upstairs (way too soft), the porch (the furniture and deck need attention) and the uneven air flow (cool in the dining room and kitchen but warm in the living room and no vents in the bunk room). The house was clean enough but was very dusty. Doug is an excellent communicator and responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Your host

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A life long Peorian, I've been involved in the housing business as long as I can remember. The Manor House is a result of my parents lifelong obsession with creating comfortable yet elegant homes. The entire home was built by family members and we are happy to keep it alive by sharing it with other families. We get so many positive comments about peoples time here. We hope you make great memories here as well!

Why they chose this property

The house is located on a private road with only a few houses scattered on the hill. It's very important that we all respect the neighbors privacy and please remain near or on the property whenever possible. Loud music and erratic behavior won't be tolerated. My neighbors participate in keeping the house safe and enjoyable and will not hesitate to call authorities if they feel things are getting out of hand.
The farm across the road is private property as well. The owners prefer that you don't visit with the animals on their property.
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