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Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rockford, IL
  • Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • BMO Harris Bank Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rockford

Heart of Rockford.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens and Denton Island. Marinelli Field and South Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • SwedishAmerican Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

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

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

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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
  • Shower
  • 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
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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

  • No pets 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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! For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi (7-min drive) away from the Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Rockford Casino (13-min drive) and Hardrock Casino Rockford (14-min drive) are nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! to downtown Rockford?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Rockford.

A Beautiful Escape By The Riverside! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was nice

It was so amazing, we really enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToyia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Birthday Dinner

From the moment that we arrived everything was perfect. The house was so welcoming and beautiful. The house was very well stocked with everything that was needed and then some. Ron was such a pleasant host to communicate with. I would recommend this place time and time again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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