10/10 Excellent
Ellen W.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Champagne Cottage
Assisted with my nieces move to the area and looked for a rental that could accommodate a small (12 ft) moving van. During my search I came across this lovely, comfortable cottage. During her collage years at UofI, we have stayed at various VRBO’s in the area. This has become our favorite! The neighborhood was pleasant and welcoming for a walk or run. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. Long (for a home in town) driveway was a definite plus for us. We utilized the screened in front porch for morning coffee. Comfortable living room was a blessing after a day of moving furniture. We had one glitch. After working 38 years in maintenance, I don’t tend to worry much about occasional “glitches”, things happen. It’s more about how owners respond that I’m interested in. A smoke detector started its “low battery” beep in the middle of the night. Annoying sure, but not the end of the world. Had the same thing happen in our home. In the morning I searched for a battery in the kitchen drawers, but didn’t find one. I send a note advising of the situation. We went about our day and by mid morning I had a note back that the owner had come by and replaced the battery. Very responsive. We had a few other questions that were promptly answered. Will I stay here again? Without question. Now that my niece has moved to the area to teach, this cottage will be our first choice when visiting. Comfortable, charming cottage with very responsive owners in a quiet neighborhood.
Ellen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024