Holiday houses in German Valley

Perfect Relaxing Home on Rock River!

Come relax & explore the best of Illinois at our family-friendly RIVERFRONT RETREAT! Stunning 4 bed, 2 bath river escape on acre lot & river frontage/access. Main floor is spacious & cozy updated eat in kitchen, full bathroom, living room & dining room. Enjoy large deck with BBQ, river views, and backyard fire pit. 4 beautiful bedrooms and 2nd full bath upstairs. Location is perfect minutes from everything! Whether you are here to hike, canoe, fish or escape the city life, we have what you need.

GOOSE ISLAND CABIN -Secluded Riverside Eco-Retreat

Nestled along the banks of the Rock River under tall oaks, ye ol cabin was built by early settlers in 1907. Legit rustic charm. Secluded yet only 10 mins from the fun town of Oregon. 100 acres of private property, bordering Lowden-Miller State Forest. Includes use of canoes/kayaks, large riverfront yard, grills, hammocks, deck, porch and firewood. $33/night per person or pet after first 2 people. Message Tim about accomodating larger groups and events. Closed for winter November through March.

Historic limestone farmhouse, nature preserve.

Historic 1840's limestone home ,once owned by Sidney Smith, first nationally syndicated cartoonist of The Gumps. Located on 19 acres adjacent to 500 acre wetland conservation area with miles of hiking/skiing trails along the pristine sandy Sugar River for canoeing, birdwatching, or fishing. Ideal for star-gazing, with minimal lighting from neighbors. Enjoy the outdoors from stone patio, including tables, BBQ, and seating for 15, with fireplaces indoors and outside. Sand pile and toys nearby

Historical Riverfront Mansion: Serenity+Location

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. Inquire for 10+ guests.

The Corner Cabin

The cabin has a view of the peaceful Rock River. Very relaxing & cozy. Minutes from Castle Rock State Park. Enjoy canoeing, fishing, & hiking trails. Reconnect with nature, play a board game, barbecue, watch the birds & engage in outdoor activities. Enjoy exploring the quaint small towns, antiquing, & local restaurants. Go from city life to country life, just “90” minutes from Chicago. This is a great place to relax & unwind. Due to location & your carrier you must be patient with our WiFi.

Bed and Breakfast with Horse Hotel at VRR

Victory Reigns Ranch Horse Hotel and Bed and Breakfast boasts a beautiful ranch setting close to Deer Run Forest Preserve, Oak Ridge Forest Preserve and other equestrian trails. *Come with or without your horse. We also have an RV hookup if needed along with spacious trailer and RV parking. *If interested in horse boarding during your stay a 12 x 12 barn stall is $35 per night. Private pasture turn out available for $25 per horse per night. Trailer hook up is $35 per night per trailer.

Adults Only "Red Room" Home with Hot Tub

Unique adult themed home with a BDSM / "Red Room" experience. It's a great way for couples to turn their fantasies into reality and explore with each other. Includes St Andrews Cross, Swing, and Sybian! Relax on the patio or in the hot tub with a scenic view of the Rock River. Once you arrive you will not want to leave so we try to provide you with everything you may need for your stay! Frozen pizzas, Bottled Water, Coffee, Robes, Firewood and a special gift with each reservation.

Location-dining, golf, brewery, parks. We have it

The Loft is an upstairs apartment just a few blocks from downtown Byron, IL and near many local attractions and recreational places/activities. Completely renovated and updated. Clean, bright, and well appointed. This unit has two bedrooms - 1 with a king bed and 1 with a queen bed. There is 1 bathroom with a shower only. There is a washer and dryer in the unit. Please note this unit is on the second floor - with an inside and outside staircase. This property has central heat and air.

Lower Level Suite in Home-Private Entrance!

⭐️ Large lower level walk out apartment for up to 7 people, ⭐️separate entrance in single family home in a quiet upscale neighborhood. 💡Lighted sidewalk. ⭐️Gas in wall heater supplements heating needs in winter. Sleeps up to 7 guest with 🛌1 king bed (heated mattress pad) in master, common area has 🛌 4 Twin XL beds w/memory foam mattresses and 🛌 1 additional Twin XL bed in bonus room. ⭐️ Free Washer/Dryer in apt. w/3 courtesy soap pods. 👶🏻 Pack n Play 🍼 high chair.

LHOTP (Lil House On The Prairie)

Lil House On The Prairie (LHOTP) is aptly named because it’s located on the edge of Nachusa Grassland’s 1,000 acre south Bison pasture. The 100+ herd of free ranging Bison can often be viewed right along the boundary fence to the west! This recently remodeled two bedroom cottage can sleep six with two queen size beds and with a pull out sofa bed. LHOTP offers a quiet, convenient, and comfortable place to base your adventures from. Behaved dogs & responsible owners welcome!

Walk everywhere in downtown Freeport.

Downtown Freeport, walking distance to movies, bars, restaurants. Some of the summer activities include concert on the square once a month, market every Saturday. The largest car show with 1000 old cars, the air show. If you like to walk or ride a bike there’s Jane Adam’s trail. Krape park is beautiful with many trails on the river where you can rent kayaks. The kitchen is apartment sized but boasts a counter top induction cook top, oven, microwave, Keurig,and refrigerator.

3BR Home Brand New Kitchen and Bath

There’s something special about finding a place that instantly feels like home. The Gilded Cottage is a beautifully updated three-bedroom mid-century retreat in Winnebago, Illinois. It is bright, peaceful, and designed for easy stays. Enjoy quality linens, inviting gathering spaces, and a dedicated kids’ play area. Close to Rockford attractions, wedding venues, and nature preserves, it’s a calm, comfortable home base for any visit.