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A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center

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

  • 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 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

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

Map
Rockford, IL

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grant Park Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kishwaukee Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cj's Public House - ‬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).

A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kitty D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
This house is set up for a large group. Lots of things to do including a basement full of pinball machines, pool table, foosball table, etc. everyone said it was one of the best places to stay. Really enjoyed the view of the river. So peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
There are no words to describe this home and Ron's attentiveness to his guests. The interior of the home is so comfortable and cozy and no detail is spared. We were in town for a volleyball tournament and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This is memory that our girls will have for a very long time. I would highly recommend staying if you get the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed its stay at this riverside property. The house is great and the grounds are amazing, especially down by the river. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with all the amenities
This home has the charm and beauty of days gone by and all the amenities of today! Very well stocked kitchen and bathrooms and many outdoor items/activities to keep you busy in the huge yard overlooking the river. Mr. Schwartz was responsive and checked in to make sure we had all needs met. Our family reunion was a great success because of this home away from home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get-together!
My family came together to celebrate my sister's 40th birthday & this was a wonderful home for all of us! The game room downstairs was fully utilized & the jukebox was a total hit :) We also took full advantage of the beautiful backyard playing corn hole & badminton while having a BBQ & catching up with each other. The only "downside" to the home was that there is no bedroom on the main floor. My Dad can no longer do stairs that well, so we ended up using an air mattress on the main floor which worked for him just fine. I will mention, there is a separate guest house that I didn't realize we could reserve. So, next time we will opt to include this with our rental so mom & dad can enjoy a good night sleep in their own bed. Overall, we had an amazing time & truly enjoyed our stay! Thank you to our hosts for their warm hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding and 21st Birthday
Impeccable and lovely home. Good kitchen, GREAT dining room, and wonderful outdoor grounds. Game room is excellent working condition and lots of fun. fit an finish of the rooms and bathrooms was excellent. So many good places to gather en masse or have small groups for coffee or drinks. Would definitely rent again but for longer!!! View to river is majestic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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