You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sanctuary Woodland Guest House, located next to the conservation area!
Our guest house is located on a picturesque 5 acres, next to a woodland forest. We also run a bird sanctuary on the property, Georgia's Place Bird Sanctuary, which makes this a paradise for an animal lover! We are happy to give guests a tour of our sanctuary. There is a large deck and fire pit for an enjoyable evening, and a walking trail for wildlife enthusiasts! We kindly ask guests not to bring meat onto the property as we are running a sanctuary that promotes compassion for all animals. We do have 3 vegan cookbooks in the kitchen for you do enjoy!
Property manager
Rehana
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Harvard, IL
What's nearby
Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center-Harvard - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Woodstock Square - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
Geneva Lake - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
Lake Como - 29 min drive - 29.3 km
Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 33 min drive - 35.3 km
Getting around
Harvard Station - 4 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Bunk's Place - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Culver's - 2 min drive
Pedigree Ovens - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sanctuary Woodland Guest House, located next to the conservation area! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sanctuary Woodland Guest House, located next to the conservation area!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sanctuary Woodland Guest House, located next to the conservation area!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
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10/10 Excellent
Amanda
20 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and comfortable, the turkey “chirps” were wonderful !
Very nice hosts. Spacious cottage. A pleasant walk in the woods along the Horse Trail.
Lucy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
David
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well worth the trip - you get to see what good people are doing for rescue animals - their upkeep of the property and care for the animals is fantastic. will visit again.
Loved the home away from home feeling. Nature at its finest! Very comfortable and spacious. Great get away for a long weekend and only 25 minutes from Lake Geneva!
Very nice place for an overnight stay. You do hear highway traffic at night. We just turned on a fan for white noise. We didn't spend much time at the house but it was nice to have a place available in the area.
The hosts answered questions quickly and we're friendly.
The owners were responsive and the place was as described. I just needed a place close to work for a long-1.5 week project that required lots of overtime.
We were attending the 2 days of Harvard Milk Day festivities. This was a nice respite to return to each evening and it’s near to town location allowed us to also enjoy morning coffee sitting outside listening to the proud Tom turkey and roosters flanking the house.
We really appreciated experiencing the sanctuary and seeing the care Rehana and Joe put into it! We would come again as a guest or volunteer. Thank you for making your place available. 😊
We spent the weekend in Lake Geniva Wisconsin attending Grandson's graduation. We opted to stay outside of town at this property.This was exactly what we need to avoid the expensive hotels and the large crowds in Lake Geniva during the weekend. How relaxing it was to return back to the house and enjoy the peaceful suroundings. Waking up to the rooster crowing took me back to staying at my grandma's!
I rented the property mostly based on the fact that it was in a relatively dark sky area in relation to Chicago. The house was charming. We were surrounded by the bird sanctuary & woodland. The turkeys were next to the house & we never once tired of hearing their calls. Rehana & Joe were very busy preparing for an event but still were helpful & responsive with everything we asked & needed. The path in the back was so pretty. We held a bonfire as we watched the meteor shower. <3
This cottage is warm and comfortable on far enough off the highway to be quiet and make you feel like you're in farm country. A very pleasant stay with charming owners.
This was a short getaway for just myself. The cottage is peaceful, which is just what I needed!
I was very pleased with my experience here. The hosts Joe and Rehana are very friendly, and responsive to some questions I had prior to coming. I would definitely consider staying here again! Thanks!!