Title: Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=180945&destination=Rochester%2C+Illinois%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=124960718&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. ## Photo gallery for Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. ![TV - Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124970000/124960800/124960718/0c366590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. 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Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £111 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Your cozy getaway awaits in Rochester at this wonderful cottage. With one bedroom featuring a queen bed and one Murphy bed, guests will find plenty of space to relax. The bathroom includes a refreshing shower and a handy hair dryer for convenience. Whether you’re unwinding indoors with heating or enjoying a cool breeze from the AC, comfort is always within reach. This tremendous spot offers a peaceful retreat where guests can truly recharge. Enjoy the Fire Table on the patio. Feel free to check out our Horses. The country roads are great for long walks. Our place is equipped for both long or short stays to make your holiday one to remember. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Hob - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11750000/11743400/11743369/3e3c6a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield IL Springfield - 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Please do not enter the enclosures. The Electric Fence is ON !! ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Pets allowed, please be respectful. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children allowed, please be respectful. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 5045093 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Rochester is home to this cottage. Elijah Iles House and Vachel Lindsay Home are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Great Western Depot and Lincoln Depot. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bank of Springfield Center or Velasco Tennis Center. [Visit our Rochester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester.dx180945) [View more Cottages in Rochester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Cottages.d180945-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.72786,-89.41912&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:efoqFntw%60P%3FS%3FU%3FQ%3FS%40U%40S%40S%40U%40SBQ%40S%40SBSBSBSBSBSBSDQDSBSDQDQDSFQDQFQDSFOFQFQFQFOFQHOHOFQHOHOHMHQHMHMJOHMJMHMLMHMJMJKLMJKJKJKLIJMLILIJILILILILILELINGLGLELGNELGNELCNGLCNCNCLENANENALANANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40L%40NDN%40NDLBNBLBNFNBLDNFLDLFLDNFLFLHLDLHLHLHLHLHJHLJJJLHJJLJJJJLJJJLJLJLJLHLJLHNHLHLJPHLFNHNHPFNHNFPFNFPHPDPFNFRDPFPDPDRDPDPBRDRDPBRBRBRBRBRBR%40RBR%40P%40R%40T%40R%40R%40T%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FPATARARATARAPCRARCRCRCRCRCRCREPERCREPEPEREPGPERGPGNEPIPGPGNGPINGNIPINGNILKPILILINKNIJKLKLKLKLKJKLKJMJKJMHKJMJKHMHMHMHMHMHMFMFMFOFMFMDMDOFMDODODMBOBMBODO%40ODM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAMAOAOEOAMEOCOCMCOEMEOEMGOEMEMGMGOGMGMGMIMIMIMIKIMIMIKMMIKKKKKKMMKKKMIMMMIMKKIOKOIMIMIQIMIOIOGQIOIOGQGOGQGQGQGOEQGSEQGQESEQEQCSESEQCSCSCSCSCSCSASASCQASAUASASAU%3FQ%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K46_nQHqiTiiM9TreDDemmjjYhM=) Rochester, IL ### What's nearby - ![Lincoln Home National Historic Site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091335/a0a7d800-a337-4f50-8b0c-4981be38ddb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lincoln Home National Historic Site 26 min drive \- 16.7 miles - ![Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091337/68a1e740-58ee-4589-96fe-29d39a0c244b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum 26 min drive \- 17.0 miles - ![Illinois State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091333/8bfb40c0-027f-4d9c-9eae-c6e5447e1cb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Illinois State Capitol 27 min drive \- 17.2 miles - Henson Robinson Zoo 21 min drive \- 13.2 miles - University of Illinois at Springfield 24 min drive \- 15.5 miles ### Getting around - Springfield Station 27 min drive - Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Bella Roma 14 min drive - Buckhart Tavern 5 min drive - Abe's Hideout & Saloon 11 min drive - Subway 14 min drive - The Alibi 14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.? ### How much is parking at Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.? ### What time is check-in at Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.? ### What time is check-out at Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.? ### Where is Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcome to the country. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace N. 10 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was beautiful, clean, and pet-friendly. The owners were so kind and accommodating! Our 8 year old loved the Murphy bed and especially the horses. We would absolutely stay here again! ##### Grace N. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth D. 25 Mar 2026 Clean, restful ##### Elizabeth D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### p m. 18 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy So cute, cozy, relaxing. ##### p m. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ---