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Pet-Friendly Uptown Normal Home: Steps to ISU
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61163 sq ft
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Normal, IL
- Place, Illinois State University1 min walk
- Place, Redbird Arena15 min walk
- Place, Children's Discovery Museum3 min drive
- Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Pet-Friendly Uptown Normal Home: Steps to ISU
Experience the best of Illinois State University when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental near Uptown Normal! Boasting a prime location right near campus, this home is an unbeatable base for your fun-filled activities. Cheer on the Redbirds at Hancock Stadium, meet furry friends at the Miller Park Zoo, or spend a day with the kids at the Children's Discovery Museum. When evening comes, whip up a delicious meal in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy a movie on the Smart TV.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Off-Street Parking | Prime Location | Walk to Hancock Stadium | 2 Blocks to Town of Normal Park District Pool & Water Slides (Admission Fee)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, patio, fire pit, gas grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, books, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware & flatware, blender, coffee maker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, central A/C & heating, in-unit washer/dryer, hair dryers, hangers, iron/board, high chair, trash bags/paper towels, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 4 stairs required to enter (single-story home), access ramp, 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), free street parking (1-2 vehicles, first-come, first-served)
-- THE LOCATION --
AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Illinois State University (0.1 miles), Hancock Stadium (0.7 miles), Illinois Wesleyan University (2 miles), The Castle Theater (3 miles), Red Raccoon Games (3 miles), White Oak Brewing (4 miles), Miller Park Zoo (4 miles), Grady's Family Fun Park (5 miles)
HISTORY & MUSEUMS: Children's Discovery Museum (2 miles), McLean County Museum of History (3 miles), David Davis Mansion (4 miles), Prairie Aviation Museum (6 miles), Historic Route 66 (8 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: Fairview Park (0.5 miles), Hidden Creek Nature Sanctuary (0.7 miles), Angler Park (6 miles), Constitution Trail (6 miles), Eagle View Park (6 miles), Schroeder Nature Preserve (12 miles), ParkLands Merwin Preserve (14 miles)
AIRPORTS: Central Illinois Regional Airport (7 miles), General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (42 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking or vaping of any kind
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 4 stairs to enter but also has a long access ramp
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: camera 1 is located on the front door, camera 2 is on the back door, camera 3 is on the driveway, and camera 4 is in the side yard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected
- NOTE: The fireplace is not available for guest use
-- THE PROPERTY --
Off-Street Parking | Prime Location | Walk to Hancock Stadium | 2 Blocks to Town of Normal Park District Pool & Water Slides (Admission Fee)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, patio, fire pit, gas grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, books, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware & flatware, blender, coffee maker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, central A/C & heating, in-unit washer/dryer, hair dryers, hangers, iron/board, high chair, trash bags/paper towels, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 4 stairs required to enter (single-story home), access ramp, 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), free street parking (1-2 vehicles, first-come, first-served)
-- THE LOCATION --
AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Illinois State University (0.1 miles), Hancock Stadium (0.7 miles), Illinois Wesleyan University (2 miles), The Castle Theater (3 miles), Red Raccoon Games (3 miles), White Oak Brewing (4 miles), Miller Park Zoo (4 miles), Grady's Family Fun Park (5 miles)
HISTORY & MUSEUMS: Children's Discovery Museum (2 miles), McLean County Museum of History (3 miles), David Davis Mansion (4 miles), Prairie Aviation Museum (6 miles), Historic Route 66 (8 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: Fairview Park (0.5 miles), Hidden Creek Nature Sanctuary (0.7 miles), Angler Park (6 miles), Constitution Trail (6 miles), Eagle View Park (6 miles), Schroeder Nature Preserve (12 miles), ParkLands Merwin Preserve (14 miles)
AIRPORTS: Central Illinois Regional Airport (7 miles), General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (42 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking or vaping of any kind
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 4 stairs to enter but also has a long access ramp
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: camera 1 is located on the front door, camera 2 is on the back door, camera 3 is on the driveway, and camera 4 is in the side yard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected
- NOTE: The fireplace is not available for guest use
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About the area
Normal
Normal is home to this holiday home. McLean County Museum of History and Prairie Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Children's Discovery Museum and Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider McLean County Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Redbird Arena.

Normal, IL
What's nearby
- Illinois State University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Redbird Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Normal Theater - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Children's Discovery Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- OSF HealthCare - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 16 min walk
- McAlister's Deli - 14 min walk
- Circle K - 12 min walk
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- Dunkin' - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Reviews
Verified
3 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amber V.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amber V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pat T.
15 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Pat T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth D.
21 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elizabeth D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Babs E.
24 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Babs E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa O.
21 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit
Melissa O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
5 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda S.
5 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Brenda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chad
22 Nov, 2024
Great stay
Chad
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JZ S.
2 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
JZ S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
12 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for
Kathleen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David R.
5 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Christa
30 Jun, 2023
Beautiful home
Christa
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P.
21 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a family stay.
Patricia P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
paulette o.
9 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house
paulette o.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole G.
10 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
Nicole G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy S.
21 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Illinois State College Tour
Tracy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin Y.
29 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bungalow in north Normal
Kristin Y.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle J.
12 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to Hancock Stadium!
Danielle J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kristin
6 Jul, 2023
Great little bungalow
Kristin
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt B.
30 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Looks smaller, but HUGE potentials then a hotel room.
Matt B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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