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A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Rockford, IL
  • Popular LocationBMO Harris Bank Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoronado Performing Arts Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnderson Japanese Gardens7 min drive
  • AirportRockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!

This house was built in 1916 and has recently been beautifully renovated. This property was once considered one of Rockford's Mansions because of its large accommodating 3 story size. Come enter the tranquility that this property provides from its riverside views to its endless entertainment possibilities. The moment you drive through the gates and down the tree lined driveway; you know that you have been transferred to a private retreat where you can relax from the city. Situated so close to the Arboretum where many wedding events take place, this property is the ultimate choice for bridal and groom parties to come together for wedding activities. This property can house up to 15 guests for a comfortable socially distanced event and the hosting possibilities are endless from having get togethers, executive extended stays, to a romantic getaway for two; this property will not disappoint.

Consider this property for that perfect private getaway for business or for pleasure. This 3 story home has 3 bedrooms on the 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms on the 3rd floor, 1 full bath with Jacuzzi and separate shower in the master, 1/2 bath on the main level, jetted Jacuzzi on the main level, clear river views from the kitchen's breakfast nook, screened in porch off the master bedroom overlooking the river, with table and chairs for a quaint quiet moment. The kitchen is equipped with a double stove, dishwasher, gas range, microwave, double door refrigerator with ice maker, granite countertops, and professional grade kitchen appliances. The dining room can seat 10-12 people easily, the living room is spacious with a fireplace, lots of seating with access to Roku and leads to a beautiful heated/air-conditioned sun porch with a spectacular view.

This home is equipped with central air, panoramic windows throughout, and 110-year-old wood floors throughout. During the warmer months enjoy the outside amenities such as the grill area, fishing, and boat access. When it comes to access to the city, this home is a 2-minute drive to the Arboretum; a beautiful park popular for weddings. Take a short drive to the BMO center for local events and to the Coronado Theater for a show. There are also many casual and fine dining areas to access in Rockford’s River District.

Property manager

Ron Schwartz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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: 20
Note from host: Absolutely No wild or loud parties!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Estate
A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! Rockford
A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Rockford

Located in Rockford, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Jefferson Street Bridge and Midway Village & Museum Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens and Discovery Center Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Marinelli Field or BMO Harris Bank Center.

What's nearby

  • Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens - 9 min walk
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 4 min drive
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive
  • Burpee Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ernie's Midtown Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grant Park Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Railroad Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Da Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! located?

Located in the heart of Rockford, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, Denton Island, and Marinelli Field. South Park and Blackhawk Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale H., Canton, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a weekend get away
We are a group of 10 and the house was perfect for us. Lots of room to watch TV, play games, parking off the street. Used the game room in the basement and the cornered patio by the water. The host was quick to respond to our questions
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat near the river
We had an excellent stay at this property—very peaceful, lots of spaces indoors and outdoors to hang out. Sunroom, outdoor tables, patios, etc. House was really lovely with lots of charm. Owner very responsive to questions and check in and check out was very easy. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay for the wedding
This site was perfect for the rehearsal dinner. Everyone loved the house and the grounds. It was the perfect setting for a perfect evening.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

R P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rockford Friends Weekend
The house is roomy, clean and fun. For reference for anyone renting in the future, there is one full bath on the main floor, one full bath on the second that you need to walk through the master to access and one full bath on the 3rd floor in the hall between the two bedrooms on that floor. Can't say enough good things about Barnstormer Distillery - a must visit if you rent this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Shauna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Thank you! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property with views for days!!!!
We absolutely loved the house and the entire property. We were in town for a wedding and it was so enjoyable to stay here and get ready. The house is gorgeous with so much attention to detail!!! And it’s HUGE!! We felt welcomed and at home immediately. We all agreed that we’d like to come back again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami T., Sycamore, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Labor Day Weekend
I can’t even begin to say enough great things about this house and the host! Ron was wonderful to work with! He was so easy and helpful to communicate with! The house is absolutely stunning! Ron provides you with lots of different activities to enjoy! The game basement was so much fun! My friends and I enjoyed playing all the different games down there! The outside has plenty of places to sit and relax. Outdoor games, firewood, and a gas grill are all provided by the host. Inside the house, there are plenty of amenities supplied (like lots of towels, the bathrooms were stocked with different necessities, and there was ample kitchen items). I’ve stayed at lots of rental homes, and this one has exceeded all my expectations! I can’t recommend this house enough! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, elegant restorative gem of a house
I am a tour manager for a country artist with a 5 piece band. We had a day off before playing at the Japanese Gardens and we decided to stay at Ron and Karen’s. This place is UNBELIEVABLE. Gorgeous master suite, grounds, river view, tiled screened in porches, terraces, etc. All communication with Ron and Karen was easy and clear. They were incredibly generous hosts and came to see our concert the next day. We even had a very nice late night hang with the neighbors who are super friendly. I hope to stay here many more times.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The communicated amazingly! Very seamless process. Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host
Super!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Privatte and convvenient
This house has been restored to its former glory with modern comforts. Lots of space for gatherings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stu G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Great property for a larger gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Capone Reunion
Family from 3 other states flew in for a weekend of activities. Great accommodations for large group, appreciate all the furnishings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Delightful Treasure
The only problem with this amazing home is deciding which beautiful room to have your morning coffee. We have stayed at VRBO all over the country...this may be the best. Then the owners decided to throw in some vintage video games, pinball machines, and an authentic Jukebox spinning old 45's....family dance party in the basement...Thank You for sharing this amazing property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Son's wedding
We rented the property for out of town family for our son's wedding. It is beautiful! We all loved exploring the 3 floors and hanging in the basement. Hosts were great to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
We had such a great time with family! We gathered for our son’s wedding at the house was the perfect location to host everyone and enjoy our time together.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit!
House and grounds were wonderful. Owner and manager were great on any requests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

erin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We had a time celebrating our annual girls weekend at the house. The house had everything we needed and plenty of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed G., Hampshire, USA.

Liked: Cleanliness
Window into the past.
Our stay was fascinating. The home has so much character. If you have an active imagination you can see yourself back in the early 1900’s. The home is good sized and decorated nicely. The property on the river with an outside gazebo was a nice surprise. I highly recommend stays of over 3 days to take in and appreciate this home. Ed Gearen IV
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Charlotte, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, with immaculate detail
Our son got married in Rockford, so we wanted our family to stay together for the days of rehearsal and wedding. The home was so accommodating to have your family there! Would definitely recommend this property. Such beautiful view of the river. Beds and pillows were very comfortable, and kitchen and eating area was great fir whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a Group
We were in town for a wedding. The house was large and had plenty of room. It was great for our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
My family stayed here for a wedding in the area. We had 3 couples stay here, with plenty of space to spread out. The house and property is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Son's wedding in Rockford
We booked this property a year ago for our son's wedding. This property is a beautiful and relaxing place to stay during a crazy time between events for the wedding. Definitely would recommend this property to anyone who wants to visit Rockford
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Splendid property on the Rock River
This property lived up to its promise and some. Lots of history here and nicely located near Klehm Aborateum. Great place for entertaining or just chilling. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great stay!
The property was very comfortable and convenient to the Rockford area. We enjoyed the lovely fire pit located near the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022