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Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Across from the university, our campus-themed home welcomes you with its cozy charm. Snuggle up by the firepit or unwind in the outdoor dining area, then retreat to soft linens and a king-sized bed. With a recently remodeled bathroom and kitchen, this home has all the comforts of modern living.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 477 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State

Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State. Nestled just steps from Illinois State University, Redbird Ranch offers a charming, mid-century duplex perfect for visiting faculty, alumni, or prospective students. Our cottage features modern amenities, including a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and a shared backyard with a firepit, seating & grill. Located across from the ISU campus, it's within walking distance to Redbird Arena and Hancock Stadium, making it an ideal spot for game days or campus events .
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Redbird Ranch—your home away from home in Normal, Illinois.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 825 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Hang the lanyard with key for back door in the utility room please
Start load of towels in washer
Take trash to can at back door at the end of the sidewalk.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet after 10pm-7am
Early check in at 1pm if available $25

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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 neighborhood

Map
Normal, IL

What's nearby

  • Illinois State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Redbird Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carle BroMenn Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 5 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Avanti's Italian Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Redbird Ranch: Your Cozy Campus Retreat at Illinois State located?

Situated in Normal, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Illinois State University and Redbird Arena. Normal Theater and Children's Discovery Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Uptown Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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