You've Never Seen Anything Like This Massive Vacation Rental With More Than 15 Themed Bedrooms
By Linze Rice|Published June 12, 2023
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Ope! From the rural cornfields of DeKalb County, Linze is an Illinois native and true Midwestern gal who can make a mean bonfire and whip up a perfect marshmallow salad. Since 2014, her bylines and photography have appeared in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Sun-Times, and Block Club Chicago/DNAinfo Chicago, Only in Your State, and more. She has interviewed Dolly Parton, written about beloved diners along historic Route 66, visited the last Rainforest Cafe in the Illinois, and reviewed luxurious English manor-inspired hotels. Whether it's writing about a local gem or world-renowned establishment, Linze brings a heartwarming and historical perspective to each story, using facts, wit, and personal experience to impress upon readers the importance of culture, food, travel, and all things local. Her favorite destinations in Illinois include Starved Rock State Park, Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood, the charming small town of Sycamore, and historic Rosehill Cemetery. When she's not writing or photographing, Linze enjoys gardening, spending time with her husband and pets, cooking, baking, and grilling, and relaxing with trashy TV.
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When looking for a unique place to stay in Illinois, there is usually no shortage of options. While a chain hotel can be a reliable place for a quick overnighter, it’s always nice to go for a little more fanfare with a cool vacation rental. But what if you could get incredible theming and get have an entire hotel all to yourself (and over 55 of your friends and family)? This huge unique vacation rental in East Peoria, Illinois will truly wow everyone in your group.
From the outside, you'd never know that this ordinary-looking house was actually Medley Manor — a colorful secret world waiting to be used as your next group vacation rental.
Inside, the home is actually a massive, themed boutique hotel boasting more than 13,000 square feet of living complete with 19 rooms, 7 bathrooms, a 2,000-square-foot dining room and an equally-large game room, and a private outdoor space.
The home books for an average of $660 per night, but with an occupancy of at least 55, the larger the group, the more affordable. Up to two cats or dogs weighing less than 20 pounds are also welcome, so get Fluffy's overnight bag ready!
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The popular Harry Potter room counts as four bedrooms due to its extra-large size — this baby has four King-size beds and two full-size beds.
Another perk of the hotel: It's only occupied by one group at a time — aka no sharing with strangers! It's your group alone who gets run of the grounds.
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Jet off to a galaxy far, far away in the Star Wars-themed room...
The 2,000-square-foot, 1950s-themed dining room is perfect for meal gatherings. There's also a large food prep area and kitchen with four refrigerators, an ice machine, a dishwasher, and plenty of counter space for cooking!
Spend time winning in the spacious game room, which has everything from Skeeball to pool to foosball, air hockey, arcade games, bag throwing, ping pong tables, basketball, and more.
You'll also have all the amenities you'll need for your getaway: Wi-Fi Internet, a washer and dryer, coffee maker, dishes and cutlery, TV and DVD player, games, and proximity to outdoor activities like swimming, fishing, golfing, hiking and more.
The hotel is a great option if you're looking to explore the greater Peoria area, like East Peoria.
A suburb of Peoria just across the Illinois River, East Peoria is an industrial river town that still sparkles with cute local shops, nightlife, a casino, and much more.
Want more themed attractions? Check out the giant rooster in a top hat outside Carl's Bakery & Restaurant, 819 E. Camp St. As a bonus, go inside and grab a doughnut!
So, would you stay at this huge unique vacation rental in East Peoria, Illinois? Which room are you choosing? What kinds of themed rentals have you stayed at in Illinois? Tell us in the comments! Start booking your trip now by checking out the Medley Manor listing here.
See more of the Riverfront Freedom Memorial below!
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