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The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC

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Interior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €184
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC

THE SUITE INCLUDES:
Fully furnished Queen bed
Smart TV for streaming
Fully furnished kitchen with apartment sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, spices, cookware and complimentary coffee
Newly renovated bathroom with shower

LOBBY AREA INCLUDES:
Office space for laptop
Multiple seating arrangements for guests
Urban chic design that will have you making remodeling plans in your own place!

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BUILDING:
Access at all times is through stairwell (please note this if bringing a pet)

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.

What to Know Before You Book:
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Suite is located on 3rd floor. Access by stairs ONLY.

Property manager

Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $50 per stay. Under 50lbs only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Carbondale, IL

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Railroaders Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Banterra Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SIH Medical Group - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 19 min walk
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Buckwater Brew Works and Whiskey House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sunny Street Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Siuc Trueblood Dining - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC?

As of 20 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC on 28 Jul 2025 start from €184.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC located?

Situated in Carbondale, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Southern Illinois University, Banterra Center and Railroaders Memorial. SIH Medical Group and Fresenius Medical Care at Memorial Hospital Carbondale are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carbondale Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute spot

We had a great stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Great place to stay. Whenever I visit my daughter at college this is where I try and stay..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We were a little concerned by the outside of the building, but inside was a different story. The place is clean and has reasonable amenities, parking was plentiful, and check-in/out process was easy. We didn’t try to use the elevator but since the rooms are on the 3rd floor, that would have made it easier getting our luggage in. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Again, great place to stay

Love, love, love staying here. So close to campus, but It’s a quiet building. Try it, you won’t regret it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Apartment!

This was a perfect apartment for the two of us! It is small, but very comfortable and had everything we needed! It was in a great location - close to hiking, local restaurants, the alpaca farm, and great local shops. We had a wonderful long weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Spending a weekend near the SIU campus was perfect in this cute VRBO! So close to everything! Does not disappoint
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
LOVE the proximity to SIUC and my student’s apartment. Property is always clean. The ambiance is relaxing and modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kitty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Should have stayed longer!

What a neat place, clean and modern with all the Amenities you could ever need. Nice quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint room with easy access to southern illinois sites

Thanks for great southern illinoia hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute!

The place was clean and cute and in a convenient location for getting to everything. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SIU

Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Super cute decorated!! It was very clean! So close to campus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute

Entrance has a warehouse feel. Once you reach the 3rd floor you are greeted by an inviting foyer with swings and chairs to visit. Around the corner is a hall with multiple rooms that were rented out. Our room was gorgeous and had all the essentials! We will return !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Bartlett, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and charming place perfect for SIU parents

We stayed here on parents weekend at SIU and it was literally walking distance from the dorms where our son lives. Despite it being across the street from the east campus dorms, it was very quiet. It's like a small hotel with a lobby and four units. All were booked but we didn't hear anything from anyone. So peaceful. The room had a small kitchen which was perfect for breakfast. The bathroom had a great shower with very soft towels. The bed was also super comfy. A fan was even provided which was a nice touch for those that like that while sleeping. We will definitely be back. The only drawback for some would be that it's up two flights of stairs on the third floor. Totally fine for us but may not be perfect for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024