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Peaceful Cottage Getaway Sleeps 6 on Scenic Rock River in Rockford Area

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Machesney Park, IL
  • Rock Cut State Park
    7 min drive
  • Corner Cafe
    15 min walk
  • Rockford Van Galder Bus Terminal
    17 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    23 min drive

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About the area

Machesney Park

Located in Machesney Park, this vacation home is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Rock Cut State Park and Red Barn Golf Course. .This family-friendly vacation home is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Wesley Willows Town Center and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Macktown County Forest Preserve.

What's nearby

  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 12 min drive
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 14 min drive
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 14 min drive
  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center - 16 min drive
  • Rockford Casino - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rascals Bar & Grill - ‬5 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.

Peaceful Cottage Getaway Sleeps 6 on Scenic Rock River in Rockford Area

You'll love the amazing river views that greet you in our clean and relaxing two bedroom cottage!
We feature a 65" HD Smart TV perfect for Netflix chilling and a fully equipped kitchen for entertaining the whole crew.

Our guests sleep comfortably here with queen beds in both Master and Guest rooms plus a queen pullout in Living Room. The full bath has a tub and shower and the half bath affords everyone privacy..(no arguing who gets the bathroom here!)
The open concept Dining/Living Room plus Family Room give ample space for all to stretch out and relax either with a book or to take a nap by the wood burning fire place. The Screen Porch offers peaceful light-filled space for your yoga workout, room for little ones to play or, for our Business Travelers, a work area with a desk and printer/wireless Internet.

Enjoy the beautiful deck and your choice of 2 outdoor fire pit overlooking the Rock River where you'll watch boaters, beautiful sunsets and interesting wildlife.

Perfect weekend getaway for you and/or your family visiting from out of town...only 10 minutes to Rockford but you will feel like you are in the North Woods of Wisconsin! The woods and water just make you say "Ahhhhhh...peace and quiet!" All of our guests love the convenience of shopping/dining 5 min from the house along Rt 173 including Target, Lowes, Panera, Meier Grocery and so much more!

Sorry insurance does not cover swimming or use of our boats. But feel free to bring your own watercraft and tie off at our dock during boating seasons. No pets or smoking allowed.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kelly Wolf

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Ping pong table
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Peaceful Cottage Getaway Sleeps 6 on Scenic Rock River in Rockford Area Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We would come back
Property is wonderful. Excellently taken cae of. Will equiped kitchen-more than many of our other VBRO stays. Back porch and view of river if fantastic. Bedding is of high quality. Ranks easily in top ten percent of places we have stayed and one of us has a VBRO property on a lake. We recommend without hesitation or any qualification.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight from Beloit
My sisters came from out-of-state to join my husband and I for a visit to see our son at Beloit College. We didn’t want a long drive home after dinner and wanted to visit the lovely Beloit Farmers’ Market the next day. This was a comfortable place to retreat and regroup. We particularly enjoyed coffee and breakfast on the deck the next morning. Very clean, good communication with host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great river front property
We loved sitting on the deck watching the birds and the night time fishing was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H., Ballwin

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
Kelly has created a very relaxing place to unwind, watch nature and visit with family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful location
Very nice, enjoyed the location and the river setting. Was a great choice for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ThatKidWhoClimbs

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Thank you for a wonderful place to stay during our tournament. The house was really clean and comfortable. The view of the river was so calming and beautiful. Even saw an eagle flying over the river while drinking my morning coffee !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
This was the perfect location and atmosphere for a quick 2 night stay while in town for a tournament. It was comfortable and clean. We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home town vacation
Peaceful and quiet. Made for a relaxing stay
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hello
Very nice and peaceful. Had everything we needed. Loved the backyard setting! House was clean and efficient! Perfect for family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georganne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
Wonderful property! Spacious clean space. Nice peaceful setting along the river. Had everything we needed and more. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise Celebration
We had a surprise celebration for my sis in law. This property was her grandparents growing up. So it was super special to be able to rent it. The property is beautifully decorated and we thought it would be a great space to stay again for a cozy family stay and enjoying the water. Perfect space with plenty of room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverhouse Stay
We use VRBO regularly and agreed this was one of our best stays! Peaceful area, the house was cute, very clean and well provisioned. Instructions were all provided and clear and we had no issues requiring call or message to the hostess/host. It was exactly what we needed and made a hectic weekend SO much easier! Would stay again if available and would recommend! Thank you for everything, it is much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
A small group of girlfriends met here for a weekend and I am so glad we did! The rental was just as listed. It was clean, so peaceful, in a great location, with an amazing backyard patio and river view. The check in and out was easy, and Kelly left us a list of orchards nearby. We found some really nice consignment shops and spent 3 hours at a nearby antique mall before heading back for grilling out and sitting by the campfire. I have never slept at a rental with beds as comfortable as Kelly's were, including the pullout couch. We are hoping for a repeat visit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jennifer t.

Liked: Cleanliness
River house
Nice Didn’t get to spend enough time there with college ER he grad weekend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Rest and Relaxation
My partner and I wanted to get away for a close-to-home but still feels like a vacation weekend. We couldn’t have picked a better place than Kelly’s River House. Kelly was quick to respond and helpful throughout our stay. From cozy fireplace to scenic river view, this house was perfect for our quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and a view
You would be hard pressed to find a prettier location than this right on the river. The 5 of us had plenty of room. The laundry facilities are very convenient. The only issue we had was bubbles underfoot in the tub. The bottom gives a bit here and there requiring some care in the shower.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina F., Elk Grove Village

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely home
A beautiful house by the river! A lot of amenities and things to make us feel right at home. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Chloris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
It was very clean and comfortable. Toilet paper has to be placed in garbage instead of flushing it. Unable to watch the large tv because it was too close to the seats. The water view and fire pit were nice. Being able to unload from the attached garage was a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Machesney Park Riverhouse - Everything and more!
After spending two days outside in the sun and heat at a baseball field, the riverhouse with its huge trees was a cool, peaceful and quiet refuge to return to each evening. The area is safe and very quiet. Although the house does not have central AC (AC in family/living/kitchen), Kelly’s notebook (with all sorts of info) mentioned a whole house attic fan. We turned that on and within minutes the house was cool with a beautiful breeze coming in off the river. The house is deceiving from the street. It is spacious, beautifully decorated with COMFORTABLE seating areas in multiple places. A bonus is the extra half bathroom that I didn’t find with most other rental places. The big deck also has multiple seating areas for larger groups. Everything is immaculate. The kitchen is well equipped with most everything you might possibly need. Upon arrival Kelly greeted us and showed us around. She was available and replied quickly to a question I had. We can’t wait to return! Thank you Kelly for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula W., Dubuque

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
Visiting family in area. The property was easy to find, and worked well for a quick overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trishel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back again.
Clean, fully stocked, has everything just bring your clothes and food. Could not be more happy with our visit. Husband and I went with our three kids had parents over for dinner to grill it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shanee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful and Relaxing Stay!
We had a very smooth and peaceful experience. Thank you Kelly for making the home away from home super comfortable. We really appreciate everything! 🤗

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We stayed one night and the communication with Kelly was flawless. She gave great instructions to check in and she made sure we had everything we needed. The place was super clean and inviting. The deck was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the water. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun New Years Eve
This house is cute and cozy! We had six friends stay and enjoy a nice New Year’s Eve together. The kitchen was easy to navigate and stocked with cooking supplies. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect pit stop
We stayed here on our way north to Wisconsin. Great place to spend the night. Nice and quiet! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020