Title: The Love Shack close to U of I Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Love Shack close to U of I Holiday home in Champaign with patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977300/109977276/70e3b105.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977300/109977276/659ee7a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977300/109977276/4eb9047d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977300/109977276/8da9924e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977300/109977276/83cb01a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a tranquil setting, this spacious home offers an open-concept living area for family gatherings and cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxation. Challenge friends to a game of pool or enjoy movie nights on the large TV in the living room while enjoying comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 8 guests. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Love Shack close to U of I Welcome to your ideal getaway! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers everything you need for a memorable vacation. Nestled in a tranquil setting, the open-concept living area invites you to relax, featuring a cozy atmosphere perfect for family gatherings. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck, where you can soak up the sun or unwind under the stars. Gather around the firepit for evening s'mores and stories, or fire up the grill for a delightful barbecue. Inside, challenge friends and family to a game of pool or enjoy a movie night on the large TV in the living room. Conveniently located close to downtown, you'll find a variety of restaurants, shops, and attractions just minutes away. Plus, the University of Illinois is easily accessible, making this home perfect for campus visits or events. With comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 8 guests, seeking adventure or relaxation. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, fun, and convenience in your home away from home! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105360000/105358700/105358619/4e4e4a98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 3BD/2BA near U of I with a large master suite! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=40.1075,-88.25149&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DjysFxrsyO%3FS%3FU%3FS%40S%3FS%40U%40S%40S%40UBS%40Q%40SBSBSBSBSBSDSBSDQDSBSDQDQFSDQFQFQDQFQFQFQFQHOFOHQFOHOHOHOHOHMHOJMHOJMJMJMHMJKJMLKJKJMJKLKJILILKLIJILILILGLINGLGLGLGNGLELGNELENCNCLENELANCNCNALCNAN%3FNANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%3FN%40NBL%40NBNBN%40LDNDNBLDNBLDNFLDLFLFNFLFLFLHLFLHLHLHLHJJLHLHJJLJJLJJJJJLJJJLJLJLHLJNHLHNHLJNHNHNFNHNFPHNFNFPHPFPFPDPFPDPFPDRDPDPDRDRBPDRBRBRBRBRBRBRBR%40P%40R%40TBR%3FR%40T%40R%3FR%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FTARAT%3FPCRATARARCRCRCRCRCPCRCRERCPEREREPEREPGREPGPENGPGRINGPGPINGNIPGLIPILKNINILINKNIJKLKLKLKLKLKJKJKJMJKJMJMHKHMJMHMHMFMHMFMHMFODMFMFMDOFMDOBMDODODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMAOCOAOCMCOCMEOEOCMEOEMGMEOGMGMEMGOIMGMIMGMIKIMKMIMIKKMKKKKKKKMKKMKMIKKOKMKKIOKOIMIOIOIMIQIMGQIOGOIQGQGOGSGQEOGQGQESGQESEQCSESEQCSESCSCQCSCSCSASASCSAUASAQAU%3FSAU%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v1xYV-oYqy3eiPds2JElBwhRVIQ=) Champaign, IL #### What's nearby - The Virginia Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Memorial Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - State Farm Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Champaign-Urbana Station - 6 min drive - Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wingstop - ‬17 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk - ‪D.P. Dough - ‬17 min walk - ‪Papa Del's Pizza Factory - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Love Shack close to U of I pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Love Shack close to U of I located? > Located in Clark, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Champaign Public Library and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Hessel Park and West Side Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Champaign-Urbana Station is 25 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Love Shack close to U of I Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eve L. 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spot We were dreading the hectic of graduation weekend, but really enjoyed a relaxing stay at Carol's. We grilled in the lovely back yard. We so appreciated the quiet of the cute neighborhood that was so close to campus. The bakery down the street has AMAZING cookies. ##### Eve L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michelle M. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Didn't love the love shack. Lots of blemishes in actual property ie doors didn't close well and, cosmetic issues lots of issues with cleanliness, ie dirty dishes in cabinet and other stuff. Weren't aware that 4 bedroom and 2bath were in the basement. ##### Michelle M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas F. 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and relaxing Had a great time. Very relaxing ##### Nicholas F. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peachy B. 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Peachy B. 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