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161 year old home full of history and charm

Vienna vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Vienna, IL
  • Place, Vienna Public Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Vienna City Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tunnel Hill State Trail
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Vienna

In Vienna .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Vienna Public Library and Vienna City Park. Also, Tunnel Hill State Trail is within 2 miles (3 km) and Shawnee National Forest is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Vienna Public Library - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vienna City Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tunnel Hill State Trail - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 17 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Paducah Riverwalk - 33 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vienna Diner - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

161 year old home full of history and charm

Step back in time at the beautifully restored Hess House, built in 1864. This historic gem features original hardwood floors and gorgeous woodwork that tell a story of craftsmanship rarely seen today. The blend of period charm and thoughtful restoration creates a space that feels both timeless and welcoming. Enjoy spacious rooms perfect for gathering, relaxing, or simply admiring the intricate details that make this home one of a kind. The lovely property features 2 king beds, 1 queen bed, and 1 full size bunk bed, Perfect for families or groups of friends. We're happy to assist with any questions while you stay at our house.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Strip any used beds and 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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 161 year old home full of history and charm to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.2 mi (32-min drive) away from the Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 161 year old home full of history and charm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 161 year old home full of history and charm offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 161 year old home full of history and charm?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Harrah's Metropolis (30-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at 161 year old home full of history and charm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 161 year old home full of history and charm?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 161 year old home full of history and charm have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 161 year old home full of history and charm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 161 year old home full of history and charm to downtown Vienna?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Vienna.

161 year old home full of history and charm Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wade H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for having us at your wonderful home. My sons and I loved the history of the home, interesting antiques and artifacts, and exploring all the interesting rooms. We came for scuba certification at Mermet Springs and that was splendid. We enjoyed Vienna and were stopping at Metropolis on the way home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026