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Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House

Escape to this iconic estate in downtown Glen Ellyn, where lush gardens meet timeless architecture. Find your perfect blend of alone time and group gatherings.

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Point of interest

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathrooms465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House

Escape to a historic 6-bedroom, 5.5 bath* estate in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL!

*Note: The 6th bedroom is the optional carriage house (please message ownership before booking if needed).

The Dibble Estate is a designated historical landmark within Glen Ellyn's historic district. It was built in 1914 in a Spanish Mediterranean style – with beautiful cream colored stucco and a classic red tile roof. Frederick Dibble purchased the property (used primarily for horses at the time) from Moses Stacey, widely considered the founding father of what was then known as "Stacy's Corner" — and now as "Glen Ellyn".

This home is built for large and/or multiple families. It's great for gathering, yet with plenty of nooks and crannies to find some alone time. The kitchen's large island is perfect for hosting and entertaining. The living room's vintage furniture, grand piano, and fireplace invite both reflection and the musically inclined. The property has a lush and spacious outdoor garden and patio area that was once featured on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens.

The Dibble Estate is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and admired homes by architects, historians, and community members in the Chicagoland area.

Again, the "Carriage House" is listed separately and can be arranged as part of the reservation; however, you must make a "booking inquiry" first in order to confirm that the Carriage House is also available during the preferred time. Pricing for the Carriage House varies on season and length of stay.

Property manager

Bob Davidson

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Glen Ellyn, IL

What's nearby

  • Wheaton College - 4 min drive
  • College of Dupage - 9 min drive
  • Yorktown Shopping Center - 11 min drive
  • Oakbrook Center Mall - 13 min drive
  • Morton Arboretum - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Glen Ellyn Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Famous Burrito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schnitzel Platz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blackberry Market - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

Where is Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House located?

Located in the heart of Glen Ellyn, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wheaton College, Adventist GlenOaks Hospital, and French Market. College of Dupage and Xtreme Trampolines are also within 6 mi (10 km). Glen Ellyn Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T., The Woodlands, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay in a unique and historical Glen Ellyn home
My family loved our stay at Bob's home. In the description, he mentions that he loves for people to stay here and that definitely shines through in the overall experience. Whether it was the easy communication with Bob throughout or the numerous amenities, he made us feel very welcome. Unlike other rentals we have stayed in that are vacation properties, this felt more like we were staying at the home of a friend. All the rooms were comfortable and we had everything we could possible need. We hosted a large dinner with family from the area and everyone raved about this home. The location was excellent for walking to the park/lake and to downtown. We were sad to leave but will definitely be using this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024