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The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC

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Interior
Smart TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$264
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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

Wall Street Suites is a new micro hostel fashioned from what was once the city's water department. Large water pipes and old meters decorate the halls of this newly remodeled attraction. Just a hop, skip and jump from East Campus (Neely, Mae Smith & Schneider Halls).

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:

* 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 during all times is through stairwell (currently getting remodeled)
* Other building tenants include Growing Media Marketing (catch a live filming!)

About the Area:

* Carbondale has so much to offer that we include our personal recommendations in our online welcome guide that is sent as soon as you book. Centrally located to wineries, SIUC, Giant City State Park & Shawnee National Forest.
* Hiking- Too many spots to mention! From the Nature Trail at Giant City State Park to picnicking at The Spillway on Kincaid Lake
* Wine tours- use Shawnee Shuttle and hit our favorite wineries listed in our Welcome Guide
* Orchard picking- strawberry, blueberry, lavender, peach, apple and pumpkin orchards
* Visit the alpaca farm and purchase alpaca fur socks at Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch
* Zipline through the trees at Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour
* Rent a couple of kayaks through SIUC rec center
* Try the new mountain biking trail at SIUC Touch of Nature- over 20 miles of paths and trails
* Go horseback riding at Giant City Stables

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

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

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors. 15 ft.

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 - 21

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

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

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
  • Banterra Center - 20 min walk
  • Railroaders Memorial - 3 min drive
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 3 min drive
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare - 5 min drive

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 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Water Dept! | Next to SIUC on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$264.03, 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. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Shari

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

Katie B.

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.

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

Colleen W.

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

Kitty C.

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.

Quaint room with easy access to southern illinois sites
Thanks for great southern illinoia hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

SIU
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Colleen W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

Les J.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024