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Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms

  • Sticks & Stones is a gorgeous, spacious, extraordinarily comfortable log home secluded in peaceful wooded acreage, yet just a few minutes from the convenience and vibrance of the Twin Cities.

    Amenities & entertainment
    • Jacuzzi & sauna
    • Gaming level
    • Three tiers of porches
    • HD TV's throughout with streaming & Xbox w/ Game Pass
    • Coffee bar & stocked kitchen
    • 7 beds + couches & air mattresses
    • 3 baths w/ plush towels & linens
    • Hammock chairs & tree swings
    • Propane grill & firepit with ample cozy seating
    • Large yard & driveway for parking
    • Laundry machines
    & More!

    Situated on just under an acre, this log cabin offers spacious accommodations for both gathering and sleeping spaces. With the en suite bedroom and separate loft upstairs, two bedrooms on the main floor, and additional sleeping in the main floor living room and walk-out basement, there is plenty of room to spread out, have fun, and relax!

    GAMING
    The gaming level is super fun! It features two connected game rooms and walks out to the spa patio. Sofas and beanbags offer cozy seating while high top tables and stools accommodate billiards and active gaming. Whether you’re 7 or 70, there is truly something for everyone in this area of the house devoted to fun, laughter, and entertainment.

    THE CHILL ROOM
    •Pool table (8-foot slate)
    •Poker table with chips and cards
    •Putter ball
    •Two 65-inch Samsung QLED TVs with Hulu Live & Netflix
    •Xbox with Game Pass
    •HUGE stash of board games & puzzles!

    THE THRILL ROOM
    •Double mini basketball hoops
    •Air hockey
    •Ping pong
    •Foosball
    •Darts
    •Roller ball
    •Piano
    •Guitars & more!

    TVs
    Enjoy Hulu Live & Netflix on all 6 TVs throughout the cabin.

    MUSIC
    Amazon Echo speakers are spread throughout the cabin interior for your enjoyment. Connect your phone through Bluetooth or ask Alexa to play exactly what you want to hear. Echo Dots in the sleeping areas double as alarm clocks and have digital time displays that can be turned on or off through voice command.

    Need a breath of fresh air? The CHILL ROOM opens to a coated concrete patio where guests can listen to the birds, take in the sunset, or soak in the heat of the hot tub & sauna.

    REJUVENATION
    The walkout patio is coated in beautiful slip-resistant carbon flake while bistro lights cast an amber glow over the hot tub and sauna. The hot tub is a 2024 Jacuzzi J-365 that seats up to 6 people. The sauna is a 2024 SalusHEAT dry infrared sauna made for 1-2 people. The Jacuzzi is loaded with jets, a little waterfall, and subtle multi-colored lights. A large set of stairs with handle and assisted lift cover make safe hot tub use a breeze. The hot tub experience in this wooded backdrop is incredible at any time of day. Birds chirping in the morning, gorgeous sunsets, but it is positively lovely under the soft glow of the bistro lights at night. The only thing more comforting than being massaged by the powerful hot tub jets is wrapping up in an oversized baby soft towel and snuggling in to the hammock swing before deciding what fun you’ll have next.

    OUTDOOR FUN
    Just steps from the "therapatio" are large back and side yards. We have a set of regulation bags & boxes with distance rope for you to enjoy! Catching a warm afternoon breeze on the tree swing out front is a whole experience. The tree is massive and absolutely lovely.

    PORCHES/BALCONIES
    Outdoor gathering spaces overlook wooded acreage and a seemingly endless field with beautiful sunsets. Guests enjoy comfortable couches, chairs, and loveseats while listening to morning birdsongs over coffee or savoring a glass of wine after a wonderful day.

    PROPANE GRILL
    4 burners + a side burner. Propane and grill utensils provided!

    FIRE PIT
    There is a fire pit with tons of cozy seating behind the garage just off the breezeway. We do not provide firewood, but often guests leave firewood behind. There are several locations that carry it right down the road as well. Anything that is already in that area is yours to use! The wooded lot next door is NOT ours and is 100% off limits.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    Up to 14 guests may occupy the cabin. There are 6 sleeping areas: 3 bedrooms, 1 loft, 1 main floor living room, and 1 lower level living room. The cabin sleeps 14 total people on beds: 8 on formal beds and 6 on custom pullout sofas with queen memory foam mattresses. Air mattresses and regular couches are also available for guests who prefer to spread out.

    The upstairs primary bedroom is a dream! A desk and large tv sit across from a king bed with a remote controlled adjustable foundation with massage feature and a super comfortable extra deep pillow top mattress. This bedroom also has a custom queen sleeper sofa and an additional queen air mattress in the closet. A Keurig coffee maker and private bathroom afford guests the luxury of stepping out onto the private balcony for some peaceful personal reflection and tranquility before beginning a fun-filled day with loved ones. A large ceiling fan suspended from the cedar plank vaulted ceiling offers guests a comfortable breeze and is remote controlled along with its light for convenience.

    The main level bedrooms are equipped with heavy duty steel bed frames that support up to 750 pounds and have the same comfortable mattresses as the primary bedroom. There is over a foot of open storage underneath each main level bed for suitcases, shoes, and bags. The closets also have built in drawers and shelving as well as box fans for those who want a cooler room or simply sleep better with the sound. The main level bedrooms are adjacent and just steps from the full main floor bathroom. One bedroom has one bed, and the other has two beds. There are no bunk or stacked beds.

    The loft sleeps 2 people on a custom pullout sofa with a queen memory foam mattress and topper. The main floor living room can sleep 2 on couches and 2 on a queen sized air mattress. The lower level can sleep 2 on the custom queen pullout sofa and 2 more on a queen air mattress.

    Again -- 14 guests maximum, but how you spread out is up to you!

    BATHROOMS
    All bathrooms (one on each floor) are equipped with luxury rainfall shower heads as well as handheld sprayers. The upper level and basement have showers, while the main floor bath has a tub/shower combo. The shower in the new basement bathroom has wall-mounted body jets as well. Each bathroom has a full size hairdryer and toiletries for your convenience.

    KITCHEN
    Guests love the fully stocked kitchen at Sticks & Stones! Dishes and cutlery are upscale, and there are plentiful cooking supplies including a lazy susan full of spices and cooking basics. Cocktail, wine, and champagne glasses are provided. Best yet - there is an additional full sized refrigerator in the breezeway to accommodate longer stays. The breezeway also houses a purified drinking water cooler. One 5-gallon jug is provided for each stay. If a partial jug is inside the cooler at check-in, a full back up jug will be stocked nearby.

    OFFICE ACCOMMODATIONS
    There are 2 large desks inside the property and fast, reliable internet. One desk is in the primary bedroom and the other is in the double bedroom on the main floor. Additionally, many travelers prefer to use the kitchen table, counter space, and coffee tables.

    PARKING
    The driveway accommodates 6 vehicles. Guests may request in advance 2 additional parking spots in the grass next to the driveway. NO STREET PARKING AT ALL.

    Guest Safety & Property Monitoring Disclosure: For the safety of our guests and the security of our home, this property utilizes external monitoring devices. There are absolutely no cameras or recording devices located inside the home. Exterior Security Cameras (Record Video and Audio): Front Door: A smart doorbell camera monitors the front door entryway. Main Porch: A camera monitors the entrance to the main level porch. Driveway: A camera is mounted to view the driveway parking area. Breezeway: A camera monitors the breezeway entrance. Basement Entrance: A camera monitors the walkout basement patio entrance. Note: This camera does not view or capture the hot tub or sauna areas. Exterior Noise Monitors (No Audio Recording): Property Perimeter: Four exterior decibel monitors are located around the outside of the house. These devices strictly measure sound volume levels (decibels) to comply with local noise ordinances. They do not record, stream, or store any private conversations or audio.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 3,150 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Booking guest must be present for whole stay. Children must be supervised at all times. Pets crated inside when left alone and leashed when outside.
NO PARTIES. FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD. Quiet hours 10pm - 10am. No noise or music outside after 10pm. Quiet non-explicit music permitted during the day.
Internet and security cameras must remain active during entire stay. Patio cam purpose is entry only and does NOT view hot tub or sauna.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Note from host: Must be crated if left alone, leashed when outside

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children need active supervision at this property.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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IL, Bloomington

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a large industrial complex with multiple buildings, a football field, and a parking lot.
    Illinois State University
    10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • The entrance to the Miller Park Zoo, featuring a green roof, yellow pillars, and a signboard.
    Miller Park Zoo
    10 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Grossinger Motors Arena
    10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
    10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Illinois Wesleyan University
    11 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Uptown Station
    18 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Casey's
    15 min drive
  • Circle K
    10 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Private Luxury Escape w/Beautiful Porches, Spa Patio & Fun Game Rooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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