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The Tri-Valley Game House

Family-friendly vacation home in Downs

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, video games, foosball, books
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Downs, IL
  • Place, Grossinger Motors Arena
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Illinois Wesleyan University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Downs

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dooley Park, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Dooley Park West. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • OSF St. Joseph Medical Center - 14 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Grossinger Motors Arena - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Illinois State University - 19 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 20 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gameday Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Margaritas Mexican Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Tri-Valley Game House

Welcome to Our Charming Small Town Haven - Perfect for Families and Friends!
Discover the essence of quiet comfort in a charming neighborhood, tucked away in the heart of a small town. Explore the quaint streets, enjoying morning coffee, afternoon ice cream, or a delicious hometown pizza and pub experience, just a short stroll away.

Key Features:

Small Town Charm: Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of a quiet neighborhood, allowing you to enjoy the simplicity and warmth of a small town.

Recreation Delight: Bond with family and friends over a friendly game of hockey on the table, foosball, arcade game or choose from a plethora of board games, ensuring endless entertainment during your stay.

***Space Overview***

Bedrooms:
❖ 1st Bedroom: Cozy up in a comfortable queen-sized bed, offering a serene night's rest.
❖ 2nd Bedroom: Another tranquil room with a queen-sized bed, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep.
❖ 3rd Bedroom: Relax in the comfort of a queen-sized bed, creating a cozy haven for a rejuvenating night's sleep.

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Unleash your culinary talents in the fully equipped kitchen, boasting all the essentials needed to prepare your favorite meals.

Backyard: Step outside into a lovely backyard, a perfect spot for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment.

Laundry Room: Enjoy the convenience of a dedicated laundry room, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Bathrooms:
❖ Full Bathroom: Complete with all necessary amenities, providing convenience and comfort.
❖ Half Bathroom: A convenient addition for your comfort and ease during your stay.

Escape to our charming abode, offering the best of a small town experience and the joy of a cozy retreat. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the beauty of quiet living!

***Guest Access***
Enjoy full access to the entire home, including all the amenities provided onsite, during your stay.

***Interaction with Guest***
We are just a message away. Let us know how we can earn your 5 star review. Feel free to send a message via the app, and we’ll respond promptly. Rest assured, we are dedicated to ensuring your stay is seamless and delightful!

~ THINGS TO NOTE ~

We want each guest to have an exceptional stay - Including your group! We put a lot into this house and into the exceptional experience we want for our guests. Please review the following and pass along to all guests.

✓ Check in/out:
We love that you are enjoying our place! If you wish to stay longer please give us as much heads up as possible so we can accommodate a few extra minutes to another restful night! Unfortunately, if our cleaning team arrives and check-out has not occurred we may charge for the additional hours at our cleaning team's rates (minimum $50/hr). Thank you for your understanding!

✓ Guests:
-For bookings of 2 guests or more, at least one staying guest must be 21 or older.
-Please no unregistered guests without prior approval.
-Maximum 6 overnight guests
-Game room max occupancy: 16 Daytime guests

✓ Guests with fewer than 2 five-star reviews must submit IDs for all guests within 5 days of booking, or immediately if booked within 5 days of the stay.

✓ Noise:
This is a residential area. Please treat our neighbors with respect and allow them to enjoy their homes in peace as you would like to enjoy yours.

✓ Local Bookings:
Please contact us before making a booking from the local community.

✓ Parties:
NO PARTIES. Please do not disturb the neighborhood

ⓧ Smoking:
No Smoking allowed on the property: $300 fine minimum (usually over $1000 to remediate)

✓ We kindly request our guests to refrain from ordering any additional media services, including but not limited to TV packages, during their stay. Any charges resulting from such orders will be appreciated to be settled by the respective guest

We kindly ask for your consideration of our great neighbors and future guests. In the rare case of disturbance to the neighborhood, you may be asked to leave

Please enjoy this wonderful space we worked so hard to create for you! We welcome any questions or comments you may have.

Thank You!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Rules

We kindly ask guests not to order extra media services during their stay. Any resulting charges are to be settled by the guest.
Guests with fewer than 2 five-star reviews must submit IDs for all guests within 5 days of booking, or immediately if booked within 5 days of the stay
Please follow check-in/out times as specified, unless otherwise approved. Unapproved late checkouts could result in an additional charge (min $50/hr)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Downs is within a 10-minute walk of Dooley Park, Dooley Park West, and McManus Park. You'll also find Beecher Playland and Charterwood Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Tri-Valley Game House?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Tri-Valley Game House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional), which is 8.6 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Tri-Valley Game House?

Yes, every accommodation at The Tri-Valley Game House comes with a deck.

Reviews

The Tri-Valley Game House Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good trip

Quite trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy, comfortable

Clean three bedroom house in a quiet neighborhood. Not far from ISU. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean

Easy and clean, close to the interstate
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022