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Top 15 most Recommended Vacation Rentals in Illinois

Discover your ideal Illinois vacation rental with real-time comparisons of 32,161 properties, featuring recommended options based on the property location, value for money, and verified guest reviews.

House Carbondale Township
House ∙ 15 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-friendly lovely vacation home with terrace & barbeque | Pets allowed

Carbondale Township, Jackson County, Illinois
This house rental in Carbondale offers beach access, a spa, and room for 15, perfect for a memorable family getaway.
from $423
per night
Very good(150 ratings)
from $423
per night
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House Henry
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-oriented vacation home with yard, jacuzzi & barbecue | Nature view | Good for workation

Henry, Henry Township, Illinois
This house rental in Henry features a kitchen, hot tub, yard, and parking, accommodating up to 12 guests for a perfect getaway.
from $271
per night
Outstanding(20 ratings)
from $271
per night
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House Beach Park
House ∙ 19 guests ∙ 9 bedrooms

House with patio, yard & BBQ

Beach Park, Benton Township, Illinois
This beach park house rental features a fireplace, kitchen, yard, balcony, and parking, perfect for up to 19 guests.
from $596
per night
Outstanding(14 ratings)
from $596
per night
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Cabin Sheridan
Cabin ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Children-friendly ample cabin with terrace, barbeque & yard | Perfect for remote work | Dogs allowed

Sheridan, Mission Township, Illinois
This cozy cabin in Sheridan features a fireplace, kitchen, and yard, perfect for families and pets, accommodating up to six guests.
from $189
per night
Outstanding(208 ratings)
from $189
per night
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Cabin Fox Lake
Cabin ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Child-friendly lovely cottage with patio & BBQ | Lake view | Pet-friendly

Fox Lake, Grant Township, Illinois
This Fox Lake cabin offers waterfront access, a fireplace, and a balcony, perfect for family getaways with pets.
from $171
per night
Outstanding(165 ratings)
from $171
per night
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Lodge Elizabeth
Lodge ∙ 16 guests ∙ 7 bedrooms

Family-oriented lodge with grill, terrace & heated pool | Pets allowed

Elizabeth, Woodbine Township, Illinois
This Elizabeth house rental accommodates 14 with a heated pool, hot tub, balcony, and family-friendly amenities for a perfect getaway.
from $705
per night
Excellent(67 ratings)
from $705
per night
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Cabin New Boston
Cabin ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Children-friendly nice cabin with grill, garden & patio | Nature view

New Boston, Mercer County, Illinois
This family-friendly cabin in New Boston features a kitchen, fireplace, yard, and waterfront access, perfect for up to 6 guests.
from $107
per night
Excellent(6 ratings)
from $107
per night
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Cabin Apple Canyon Lake
Cabin ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Cabin with patio, grill & pool | Perfect for remote work

Apple Canyon Lake, Thompson Township, Illinois
This cabin at Apple Canyon Lake features a pool, fireplace, kitchen, and parking, accommodating up to 8 guests for an unforgettable stay.
from $244
per night
Outstanding(298 ratings)
from $244
per night
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Cabin Greenbush Township
Cabin ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Cabin with BBQ & jacuzzi

Greenbush Township, Warren County, Illinois
This Avon cabin offers a fireplace, kitchen, hot tub, and parking for 10, perfect for a memorable family retreat.
from $229
per night
Outstanding(18 ratings)
from $229
per night
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Castle Palmyra
Castle ∙ 21 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms

Children-friendly lovely castle with yard, sauna & grill | Suitable for remote work

Palmyra, South Palmyra Township, Illinois
This castle rental in Palmyra features a hot tub, sauna, and beach access, perfect for family gatherings of up to 21 guests.
from $1,021
per night
Outstanding(178 ratings)
from $1,021
per night
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House Downtown
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-oriented wonderful house | Good for workation | Pets allowed

Downtown, Ottawa, Illinois
This downtown house rental welcomes up to 4 guests and their pets, featuring a kitchen and a family-friendly atmosphere.
from $94
per night
Outstanding(81 ratings)
from $94
per night
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Cabin Marion
Cabin ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Cabin with hot tub, patio & barbeque | Nature view

Marion, West Marion Precinct, Illinois
This cabin in Marion offers a hot tub, fireplace, and balcony, perfect for a family getaway with pets welcome and parking included.
from $206
per night
Outstanding(41 ratings)
from $206
per night
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House Creal Springs
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation home with private pool, barbecue & patio | Lake view

Creal Springs, Williamson County, Illinois
This waterfront house in Creal Springs features a private pool, balcony, and a kitchen, accommodating up to 12 guests and pets.
from $290
per night
Outstanding(62 ratings)
from $290
per night
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House Danville
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

House with jacuzzi, barbecue & yard | Good for workation

Danville, Danville Township, Illinois
This Danville house rental features a fireplace, hot tub, kitchen, and balcony, perfect for family gatherings of up to 12.
from $419
per night
Outstanding(19 ratings)
from $419
per night
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House The Galena Territory
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms

Family-friendly house with pool, BBQ & patio | Lake view

The Galena Territory, Guilford Township, Illinois
This house rental in The Galena Territory features a lakeview, pool, fireplace, and yard, perfect for family gatherings of 12.
from $654
per night
Excellent(72 ratings)
from $654
per night
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Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning

Cabin  The Galena Territory
from $455
per night
Cabin ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Cabin with BBQ, heated pool & hot tub | Nature view

5.0
Outstanding(31 ratings)
The Galena Territory, Guilford Township, Illinois
Air conditioning
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House  The Galena Territory
from $1,325
per night
House ∙ 16 guests ∙ 8 bedrooms

Child-friendly vacation home with patio, heated pool & yard | Nature view | Good for workation

5.0
Outstanding(215 ratings)
The Galena Territory, Guilford Township, Illinois
Air conditioning
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House  Wedron
from $247
per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Family-oriented vacation home with patio & grill | Nature view

5.0
Outstanding(51 ratings)
Wedron, Dayton Township, Illinois
Air conditioning
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Vacation Rentals With Fireplaces

House  The Galena Territory
from $266
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with garden, pool & BBQ

4.9
Outstanding(22 ratings)
The Galena Territory, Guilford Township, Illinois
Fireplace
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House  Olympia Fields
from $256
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation home with barbeque, private pool & patio | Suitable for remote work

Olympia Fields, Rich Township, Illinois
Fireplace
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House  Berwick
from $262
per night
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Vacation home with garden, jacuzzi & patio

5.0
Outstanding(150 ratings)
Berwick, Warren County, Illinois
Fireplace
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Vacation houses with Balconies or Patios

House  Plainfield
from $714
per night
House ∙ 14 guests ∙ 8 bedrooms

House with patio, garden & barbecue | Nature view | Suitable for remote work

5.0
Outstanding(54 ratings)
Plainfield, Oswego Township, Illinois
Balcony/Patio
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House  Carbondale
from $496
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Vacation home with pool, yard & barbeque

5.0
Outstanding(43 ratings)
Carbondale, Carbondale Township, Illinois
Balcony/Patio
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House  Edwardsville
from $341
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-oriented vacation home with BBQ, jacuzzi & patio | Lake view

4.5
Excellent(24 ratings)
Edwardsville, Madison County, Illinois
Balcony/Patio
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Budget-friendly rental options

Enjoy affordable vacation rentals in Illinois offering exceptional value for money

House Quincy
from $321
per night
House ∙ 14 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with patio, yard & pool

Quincy, Quincy Township, Illinois
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Cabin Silvis
from $117
per night
Cabin ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-friendly cabin with patio & grill

4.8
Outstanding(70 ratings)
Silvis, Hampton Township, Illinois
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House Fox Lake
from $420
per night
House ∙ 14 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation home with patio & yard | Pet-friendly

5.0
Outstanding(3 ratings)
Fox Lake, Grant Township, Illinois
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Top-Rated Vacation rentals in Illinois

Book the highest-rated Illinois vacation rentals, rated by real guests for comfort, location, cleanliness, services and value for money

House Marissa
from $327
per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Child-friendly big vacation home with barbeque | Nature view | Perfect for remote work

5.0
Outstanding(6 ratings)
Marissa, Marissa Township, Illinois
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Lodge Equality
from $553
per night
Lodge ∙ 12 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-oriented beautiful lodge with barbeque, patio & garden | Suitable for remote work

5.0
Outstanding(45 ratings)
Equality, Equality Township, Illinois
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House Fox Lake
from $229
per night
House ∙ 11 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Children-friendly beautiful vacation home with yard, barbecue & terrace | Lake view | Perfect for remote work | Pet-friendly

5.0
Outstanding(39 ratings)
Fox Lake, Grant Township, Illinois
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Mary R.
Guest verified by HomeToGo

La Quinta Inn & Suites offers fabulous attention to customers. Lovely decor and very clean common areas and rooms. Good breakfast. Would recommend!

Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Hotel Springfield
from $115
per night
Hotel ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
4.0
Very good(1518 ratings)
Springfield, Capital Township, Illinois
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Laura G.
Guest verified by HomeToGo

The room was clean, compact and perfect for travel. It was very close to the blue line, so transportation was easy.

Reviewed on 6/12/2025
Hotel River West
from $75
per night
Hotel ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
4.5
Excellent(59 ratings)
River West, Chicago, Illinois
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Popular Features & Amenities in Illinois

  • Pool (14,426)
  • Pet-friendly (12,804)
  • Hot tub (1,716)
  • WiFi (30,410)
  • Kitchen (9,656)
  • Air conditioning (30,671)
  • TV (28,008)
  • Fishing (2,563)
  • Grill (5,391)
  • Parking (2,126)
  • Fireplace (6,750)
  • Balcony/patio (6,815)

Nearly half of the rentals offer a pool, which makes Illinois a wonderful spot for people looking to make a splash. Hotel room with pools in Illinois are a great choice for groups of 10 and usually cost around $273 per night. In Illinois, two-thirds of the properties with a pool are close to the water.

Price and Availability Index in Illinois

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Vacation Rental Price Information in Illinois

We analyzed price data and input them into this graph, which shows vacation rental prices for the next twelve months in Illinois. The most expensive dates to travel to Illinois are in August (8/1 – 8/8). Prices decrease in a week of December (12/12 – 12/19), where average prices are $280.

Rental availability information in Illinois

Check out the graph above to learn about the percentage rental homes are available in Illinois throughout the year. In a week of February (2/13 – 2/20), 97% of the vacation rentals are booked. On the other hand, the week with the most available offers is in June (6/13 – 6/20).

Enjoy Both City and Country With a Stay in an Illinois Vacation Rental

The most populous state in the U.S. Midwest, Illinois is home to exciting metropolitan Chicago as well as charming small towns. It offers you a wide range of attractions, from historic Route 66 to wine trails and Chicago's chic Magnificent Mile. Speaking of Chicago, the city is home to several unique sights — the Willis Tower is the tallest building in the U.S. and the Chicago River is the only river in the world that flows backward.

For a peaceful, independent visit to Illinois, be sure to book one the many local vacation rentals. Not only do these vacation homes offer you numerous modern amenities, but they also make you feel at home. Whether you are traveling with a partner or with your whole family in tow, you'll be sure to find the ideal vacation rental in Illinois.


What are the best activities for families in Illinois?

The Best Activities for Families in Illinois

Whether you're looking to keep the kids active, get into the great outdoors, or simply unwind and relax on an Illinois family vacation, you'll find plenty of options for each. Come spring and summer, Lake Michigan is the place to be, with great swimming, boating, canoeing, fishing, and sunbathing to be had, from Chicago's city-backed Clark Street and Ohio Street beaches to the secluded sands of Leone Beach Park.

For thrill-seekers, spend the day at one of Illinois' family-focused amusement parks, from Six Flags Great America, Pirate's Cove, and White City Amusement Park on the shores of Lake Michigan to Grady's Family Fun Park in Bloomington or the gigantic Raging Rivers WaterPark in southern Illinois. If the beach isn't your thing, Illinois family vacations also boast plenty of outdoor adventures to keep you active.

Shawnee National Forest features vast, rolling hills, rustic lakes, and dramatic geological formations that provide plenty of swimming, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing opportunities for the more adventurous. If you want your vacation to be educational as well as fun, don't worry, the options are manifold: from re-tracing the steps of pioneers on the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and visiting influential American architect Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio to visiting one of Chicago's many world-class museums or taking in the view from the 1,353-ft high Skydeck of the iconic former Sears Tower.


Where are the unique attractions in Illinois?

Discover the Natural Beauty of Illinois

Just southwest of Chicago lies Starved Rock State Park, famous for its waterfalls and canyons. If you are looking for hiking opportunities, this park is perfect for you and your family, as it offers numerous hiking trails. You can also engage in seasonal recreational activities including ice skating, cross-country skiing, fishing, horseback riding, and boating.

The Chicago Botanic Garden is another spot where you can observe the natural beauty of the "Prairie State." Every time you visit, it seems this garden has something new to offer. Enjoy a walk through its numerous sections, including the Dwarf Conifer Garden, English Walled Garden, Japanese Garden, and the Landscape Garden.


Information about vacation rentals in Illinois

🏡 Vacation rentals available 32,161 rentals
🌙 Nightly prices starting at $71
⭐ Popular amenities Pool, Pets allowed and Hot tub
🐾 Pet friendly homes 13,097 homes
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools 14,276 homes
14 reviews
Illinois vacation rentals have an average rating of 4.3/5 on 14 reviews left by travelers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price per night for a vacation home in Illinois?

Prices for vacation rentals in Illinois start from $71 per night. Nightly prices for house rentals are $475 on average. Apartment rentals in Illinois cost on average $263 per night.

How many vacation homes are available to book in Illinois?

There are 32,161 rentals in Illinois to choose from and rent for your trip.

What amenities are most popular for vacation rentals in Illinois?

If you're looking to book a vacation rental in Illinois, travelers search for vacation homes with these amenities: Pool, Pets allowed and Hot tub.

How many vacation homes with a pool are there in Illinois?

There are 14,276 vacation homes across 24 providers in Illinois.

Are dogs allowed in vacation rentals in Illinois?

If you are traveling with a dog in Illinois - 41% of vacation rentals are pet-friendly.

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