Historic, downtown escape w/3-season room!

Entire rental unit in Savanna, Illinois

  1. 5 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Howard
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Calm and convenient location

Guests say this area is peaceful and it’s easy to get around.

Dedicated workspace

A room with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath main floor, completely private unit offers contemporary comfort within a historic, 120 year old gem. Located less than a block from downtown Savanna's Main St. -- and the mighty Mississippi River within eyesight -- restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment are just steps away. Amenity highlights include: galley-style 3-season room, fully equipped kitchen, central air, WiFi, washer/dryer, smart TV w/classic Nintendo (that's right, old school Mario), and more.

The space
The unit features two large, tastefully decorated bedrooms with room darkening shades -- one with a king size bed, the other with a queen (a twin rollaway is available upon request for $15 which we pass on to our cleaner). The fully stocked and equipped kitchen has a dishwasher, stove/oven, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, kitchenware, and countertop seating, perfect for guests that wish to cook. Washer and dryer is in-unit for your convenience. Good size bathroom has one shower (no tub). The living room features seating and a smart TV with a classic Nintendo system loaded with hundreds of old-school games from your past. The dining room consists of a dining table and bar. A built-in work station is located in the main hallway. A classic galley-style 3-season room is attached to the unit (please note, you need to exit the front door to access the room). Easy street parking is abundant. Cleanliness is our highest priority, including special attention to high-touch areas, washing of all bedding between guests, and recurrent UV light treatment of furniture and other surfaces. The unit is completely private with its own entrance and no shared spaces.

Guest access
Street parking is extremely easy; usually guests can park right in front of the house.

Guests have exclusive access to the whole main unit and three-season room.

We have one of their earliest check-in and latest checkout times in all of Savanna! We are always happy to accommodate early check-ins and late checkouts if our cleaning schedule allows.

Other things to note
Savanna is located in beautiful, rural Illinois on the banks of the Mississippi River -- with the beauty of the landscape comes wildlife, even in-town. Don't be surprised if you encounter bugs, deer, bats, stray cats, snakes, sasquatch ;) and more.

Working with our area partners, guests can arrange to have flowers and/or baby essentials (e.g. cribs, strollers, toys, etc.) delivered to the property prior to arrival.

Book longer and save! Our unit is perfect for long-term stays, and we offer progressive discounts for three day, four day, week-long, two-week, three-week, and monthly stays.

We provide the most comprehensive area guide detailing all the area’s offerings, including restaurants and things to do!

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free residential garage on premises

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 72 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Savanna, Illinois, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Named number one “Best small town for adventure” three years in a row (2021-2023) by USA Today, Savanna is your sweet spot for nightlife and outdoor adventure. This unit is located steps away from downtown Savanna. If live music is your thing, your in luck, as the town's plethora of bars regularly host bands, and featured bands often play outside right on the sidewalk of Main Street. Other downtown activities include axe throwing, paranormal investigations, and an old-time movie theater. Hop in the car and explore nearby charming towns like Galena and Mt. Carroll, or cross the border and explore Iowa (just minutes away). Seeking outdoor adventure? Savanna, situated on the Mississippi River, is home to Mississippi Palisades State Park, and, for bikers and hikers, is the starting (or ending) point of the 60-mile plus Great River Trail. Options to rent bikes, watercraft, and other outdoor adventure gear are available.

"Born to be wild, Savanna’s stunning scenery along the Mississippi River is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and bikers alike in Northwest Illinois."
- Jay Jones, Chicago Tribune, May 6, 2021

"Put on your shades, casual clothes and sunscreen for a day on the River! Once you are back on dry land... freshen up and then head out to take in the fun atmosphere of downtown Savanna... that usually includes live music."
- Enjoy Illinois

"Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna is like a less populated Starved Rock. The craggy rock formations and dramatic views will make you wonder if you're really still in Illinois."
- Samantha Yadron, Chicago Magazine, January 11, 2021

"Savanna... is a hidden jewel. You could almost imagine being in the Appalachians or even the Rockies, only without those pain-in-the-ass mountains blocking the view of the sky. This is a part of the Prairie State that no one but a local would recognize as Illinois."
- Ted Cox, Chicago Reader, May 30, 2018

Meet your hosts

Where I went to school: Univeristy of Wisconsin - Madison
My work: Real Estate Broker
Hello. I'm an easy-going person that strives to provide a wonderful guest experience. I've been a licensed real estate broker for 20 years, and for a dozen of those years I worked as a real estate lobbyist. My wife Debbie is an educator. Together, we are raising three children.
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in: 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
5 guests maximum

Safety & property

Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Potential for noise

Cancellation policy