Dome Glamping, Chateau, Skyline Views: IL Airbnbs For 2024 Trips

ILLINOIS — After a long and dreary Illinois winter, nothing is more appealing than hitting the open road, taking in the sunshine and admiring the blooming flowers.

If you're looking for a summer getaway in Illinois, Airbnb is full of fun options, from chateaus on the lake and expansive loft apartments to quaint treehouses and properties that provide paddleboards and golf clubs.

Patch compiled a list of eight memorable rental options scattered throughout the state.

Amenity-packed house on Illinois River in East Peoria

Lovers of outdoor activities, this is the vacation rental for you. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom house with interesting architecture is located off the Illinois River in East Peoria. The scene is ideal for water activities, and hosts provide a slew of equipment, including paddle boards, canoes and kayaks, and fishing rods.

With grilling season upon us, you'll want to whip up some delicious meals. Here, you're covered: The property features an indoor open kitchen, a large outdoor grill, a smoker and a flat-top grill.

• Price: $391 per night
• Rating: 5.0 stars
• Amenities include indoor open kitchen, large outdoor grill, smoker, flat-top grill, hot tub, steam sauna, lawn games, paddleboards, canoe, double kayak, four catfish poles, dock, firepit and driving range with clubs.
• Pets welcome

Charming A-frame cabin in Perkin

This three-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom cabin is situated on a forested lot in Perkin. Housing up to seven people, the property is suitable for unwinding and unplugging.

You might be temporarily living in a more secluded and calm area, but you'll be surrounded by modern furnishings, cozy linens and air conditioning.

• Price: $178 per night
• Amenities include a fireplace, washer and dryer, yard with griller and outdoor dining set, fully equipped kitchen and TV.
• Pets welcome

Two-story loft in trendy Chicago neighborhood

This two-story loft in Wicker Park, a trendy neighborhood in Chicago, will be perfect for some time in the city. The residence features stunning skyline views on a private patio, fun interior design and three beds across three bedrooms.

• Price: $698 per night
• Rating: 4.97 stars
• Amenities include a Peleton, Sonos sound system, private outdoor space, city views, fully stocked kitchen.

Forested farmhouse in Magnolia

This newly renovated, beautifully decorated farmhouse sits on roughly 20 acres perfect for walking and exploring. The five-bedroom, three-bath house is suitable for up to 12 guests.

Those looking to hike only have to drive about 30 minutes to get to Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks.

Owners purchased the farm after a family member passed and went on to rehabilitate it for two years. The land is currently being used to farm hay as owners work to get the land ready for organic farming.

• Price: $300 per night
• Rating: 4.92 stars
• Amenities include a laundry room, hammocks, wifi, window air conditioning units, TV with Apple TV, board games, fire pit, hot tub, outdoor furniture and dining area, BBQ grill.

Luxurious waterfront chateau in Fox Lake

Nestled within a grove of trees right off Fox Lake, this Victorian property is waiting for guests to enjoy its beauty and waterfront amenities. With 11 bedrooms, you, the whole family, and a handful of friends will be covered for a weekend away spent in luxury.

The property has lake and beach access, a fire pit and BBQ grill, a patio and a boat slip, so while you're not admiring the house, you can spend it soaking up those summer rays.

• Price: $2,000 per night
• Rating: No ratings yet
• Amenities include everything you might need in a house.

Treehouse with hot tub (also in the tree) in Schaumburg

Schaumburg is known to many as the home of Woodfield Mall and IKEA. But what you might not be aware of is that there is a quaint treehouse that can be booked. Not only will you sleep in the tree, but you can also enjoy the hot tub also above ground.

• Price: $255 per night
• Rating: 4.93 stars
• Amenities include hot tub, mini fridge, TV, indoor fireplace, air conditioning, wifi, fit pit and backyard access.

Glamping dome with a hot tub in Shawnee Forest

Sometimes you want to be out in nature but without the bugs, dirt and discomfort. An Airbnb in Simpson solved that problem by offering a glamping experience in a dome, much like the ones you'd see lining the streets of Chicago during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The dome features panoramic views of the surrounding scenery thanks to windows and skylights. Upon booking, guests will also receive a personalized online welcome guide to help with planning activities and the trip.

• Price: $349 per night
• Rating: 5.0 stars
• Amenities include a hot tub, fire pit, indoor bathroom, washer and dryer, charcoal grill.

Artist loft in downtown Chicago

The private room in this shared space is located on the top floor of a circa 1900s building in the heart of River North. Here, you'll either hone in your craft as an artist or parlay as one for the weekend.

The room is surrounded by artwork and filled with natural sunlight pouring in through a skylight. An in-room bathroom supplies towels, robes, soaps and a hairdryer, among other necessities.

• Price: $130 per night
• Rating: 4.92 stars
• Amenities include wifi, free washer and dryer in building, air conditioning, and access to the common areas, including a kitchen, living room and foyer, which are maintained daily.
• Pets welcome