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Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!

Family-friendly holiday home in Rockford with a hot tub

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Beautiful Spanish style Villa
Master Suite queen bed
Master Suite BAR 🍸
Dining room seats six. Lovely full size piano as well !
Dining room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rockford, IL
  • Place, Anderson Japanese Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Coronado Performing Arts Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, BMO Harris Bank Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!

Unique to Northern Illinois, this Spanish style Villa boasts five patios, a furnished balcony, a gazebo for the perfect small wedding and capacity of 10 + for sleeping. An outdoor dry Cantina with funk is only one of the many surprises you will find as you look at every turn to something unexpected. This property is filled with beautiful furnishings and offers a gas fireplace, Bar & Coffee Bar, game table, two TVs hidden in beautiful armoires, many seating areas, a furnished balcony off of the upper level that boasts a 12 foot ceiling. A large walk in shower on the upper level and a jet tub in the lower bathroom offers any level of self-care desired.
UPDATE!
New remodel adds 7 ARCADES, ANOTHER BAR WITH TV AND MORE SLEEPING CAPACITY, ANOTHER FULL BATHROOM WITH SHOWER, AND MORE!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The property is more of an adult friendly property
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
The furniture may not be rearranged or moved
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only Outside the unit.
Please close shower door in upstairs bathroom when in use!
Please rinse dishes thoroughly and run dishwasher upon check-out.
Refrain from moving or rearranging any items placed in and around the Villa. Use no tape of any kind on any surface

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: 60
Note from host: The furniture may not be rearranged or moved
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rockford

Rockford is home to this holiday home. Blackhawk Park and Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens and Skateland. Travelling with kids? Consider Discovery Center Museum, or check out an event or a game at BMO Harris Bank Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rockford, IL

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Rockford Casino - 10 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Don Carter Lanes - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chuck E. Cheese's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Pamcakes - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stockholm Inn - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!?

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed! on 3 November 2025 start from NZ$735.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed! located?

This family-friendly Rockford holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of SwedishAmerican Hospital, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and Anderson Japanese Gardens. Beyer Stadium Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean property, loved the hot tub which is also very clean! Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Beds are comfortable. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Our stay was awesome! There is so much to keep you occupied at the house and it was the best place to host a birthday party.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect stay for our multi family stay. There are so many areas throughout the house that make this place unique. There’s also many different nooks that, if you just want your own peace and quiet, “away from family and friends”, you can escape too, The lower level bedroom has its own private full-size bathroom. Only thing I have already recommended is to have a small area in the lower level bedroom to hang your clothes in…otherwise the place was perfect! Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dani P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Party

Decided to do my 22nd birthday party at this unique place! Everything you see in the pictures is exactly the same in person but the in person are more amazing. Me, my family, and friends got to explore everything it has and we thought it was very cool! We all had so much fun being there and it was definitely worth it! It felt like we were all in a different country because of the setting of the place which is we love so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maelynn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New years get away

The visit was a relaxing respite following a hectic Christmas for our family. Everythinwawas clean and
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey R., DeKalb IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We had a blast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fun and Unique Property

We six had plenty of room and a comfortable stay. The decor was amazing, a very fun surprise. Sadly, the weather was too cold to spend time in the gorgeous grounds. The location was good and we were able to explore Rockford.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We all had a wonderful time staying in this gorgeous house! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVED THIS PLACE!

Great home, great hostess who was beyond accommodating and answered every question right away. Every corner had something interesting to look at and I loved the top floor suite! So private and clean; great for a family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay at the Sedona

A comfortable and interesting property filled with a variety of decor accents and fun things to do. We will stay there again in the future as it is a great location near many things we love in Rockford. Marlene is an exceptional host!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

The house was gorgeous and so clean. The outside space was beautiful. Very conveniently located to several breweries as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical!

My husband and I absolutely loved the house! The house and grounds were so unique and beautiful! We loved the big master suite, the hot tub, the cantina, and the game room the best! We had everything we could need and were very comfortable. We wished we had been able to stay longer. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls retreat

Weekend away with friends to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property has aromantic atmosphere throughout. It has decorations and spaces for memorable photos inside and outside. The master suite was gorgeous, spacious and tasteful. We enjoyed the spa and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family friendly entertainment

This was a great place to gather with our kids and grandkids. We didn't have to find any other place for entertainment because the Cantina, fire pit, hot tub and various areas were perfect for our ever-shifting groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Federico M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find in Rockford!

We needed a meeting point as we were attending a wedding at the nearby Anderson Japanese Gardens. This awesome listing fit the bill perfectly, and allow us to have a private place to retreat to before and after the event. Marlene was the most communicative host I’ve ever had and the property is in fantastic shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding Getaway

We came from other states to be together in the same spot. Attended a family wedding in Rockford, but we kept gravitating back to the Sedona. We especially enjoyed the Cantina and the fire pits. It was so enjoyable to constantly discover hidden areas and so much creative decor! We really want to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gaming Group Fun!

Great place for board games & tabletop experiences - what an evocative atmosphere to play games with my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaTasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we could’ve stayed longer

Your place was absolutely amazing. The efforts put in to decorate did not go unnoticed. I absolutely love the chessboard. The little nook in the kitchen was a cute touch. The basement as you know was a big hit with everyone. Thank you for opening up your home. It was just a beautiful place. We were not ready to go but reality calls .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apoorva M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and fun

What an amazing place to spend my 30th! Marlene was fantastic and very quick to respond. The property is beautiful and unique. Literally nothing bad to say at all. Can't wait til my 31st to book here again ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sedona of Rockford

The place was great - multiple areas of the house and property have different feels - homey enough for me and my wife to relax and yet big enough to host dinner for our extended Rockford family of all ages (and ALL ages loved it and wanted to have more meals at the house and even sleep over!) Marlene was very communicative and answered all questions before we even asked them Check in and check out were very simple
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHERENE L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming surprise

This property was fabulous. We were in awe of the Christmas decorations and the special detail in the placing of decorations. The living room in particular was so inviting. It felt like Christmas as soon as you walked through the door. The suite upstairs was stunning. This place looks even better in person. I would highly recommend staying here. Wish we had time to stay longer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

melissa n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House with a Huge Second Floor Suite

This is a beautiful house with so much room upstairs. We appreciated the attention to detail and the way the home was decorated. It was such a lovely place to hang out and unwind. We brought our dog so it was wonderful to have a fenced in yard. You can tell that a lot of time, energy, and thought has gone into making this place a fun and cozy place to stay. We definitely plan to visit again sometime. :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the photos! Unique & magical

Marlene was a wonderful host! The property was even better than the photos, so inviting & lovely! Right when we walked in the door, we were greeted with a nice cool home on a hot day, with the air so fresh, beautiful scents filled the air and even an inviting music with mood lighting on arrival! Our children loved to explore this magical place! They enjoyed just being in the house together and playing board games in the evenings upstairs. The hot tub was clean, hot, bubbly and large! The fenced in yard (very secure & completely private ) we all enjoyed , especially our dogs! A very dog friendly environment I would say. There are so many outdoor options to eat, grill, have a fire, ect. It did rain on our entire trip so we were not able yo eat outside as much as we would have liked, but there is always next time. This was a wonderful place to relax, enjoy good company and imagination. It would be a great place to host a shower or special birthday party. Marlene was on top of everything, very easy to reach on phone/text and very pleasant. The place was clean and no bugs, mice ect. There were some adorable chipmunks in the back yard at times, it was really fun for us and our children see them a couple of times outside. We had a lovely, magical, Romantic experience and would highly recommend! Thank you Marlene! ~Autumn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique home in a quiet neighborhood with excellent amenities and eclectic decor. There are multiple areas for outdoor entertainment, and a marvelous hot tub. Enchanting lighting adorned the trees and plants. The largest indoor gathering area is the dining room with cozy seating for 6 at the table or in the lower level (basement) game room. There is only seating for 3 in the living room around the fireplace and TV armoire.Bathrooms and bedrooms were spotlessly clean and well appointed, as was the kitchen. Spices, coffees, and all cleaning and paper products were abundantly provided. Workspace for meal prep is a tad limited by the decor, which is also abundant. Parking is off street and can be gated. This property is a great value for the price! Would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marlene Schoeneck

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My husband Charlie and I have four children, and two grandchildren. Aside from my family, I love creativity and beauty! Working with my team on this property and creating this sanctuary in the city has been one of my most rewarding journeys to date. I am a retired DCFS master trainer. Prior to that, my sculptures were to be found in many of the local stores and businesses including the lobbies of the Old Clock Tower resort. It has been my good fortune to have traveled extensively here and abroad over the years. This Spanish style home is reminiscent of what I have seen with pargeted embellishments and walls that could tell many tales. My vision is to see this, 'The Sedona of Rockford' as a Beacon of Light that inspires us all!

Why they chose this property

This property is a hidden treasure that has remained elusive to everyone I know. Its uniqueness to this part of the country is unparalleled in my view. It has been my honor to be able to bring it as they say, to the rainbow. We are all blessed.

What makes this property unique

My team and I have gone to great lengths in creating a seclusive environment. Close the gates behind you upon entering and you feel as though you are no longer in the city, but rather in the heart of another place and another time. Due to my sense of wishing for others the experience of the extraordinary, at every turn a flair of Funk along with tradition will be found.

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