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Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!

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Beautiful Spanish style Villa
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Interior
Dining
Lovely stone fireplace to the ceiling! Professionally decorated frequently.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rockford, IL
  • Place, 815 Escape
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, BMO Harris Bank Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockford Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪12 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
Dining area

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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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

Property # 1804002vb
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

About the area

Rockford

Rockford is home to this holiday home. Discovery Center Museum and Weis Morris DaySpa Salon are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blackhawk Park and Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider 815 Escape, or check out an event or a game at BMO Harris Bank Center. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Rockford, IL

What's nearby

  • 815 Escape - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rockford Casino - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Alpine View - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Pamcakes - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chuck E. Cheese's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 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 is parking at Hidden Gem SLEEPS 10+! Children & Pets welcomed!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 815 Escape, Clark Arts Center and SwedishAmerican Hospital. OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and Anderson Japanese Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

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

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay, house was perfect for our group of 4 with easy access around town and hosts were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2026
So pleased you enjoyed the Sedona! We have switched things up since your stay, and you are all invited to return and checkout the new additions. Come during lovely warm weather that our gardens thrive in!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely beautiful home, inside and out. We had our son's wedding there, where I cooked for about 20 guests. The kitchen was nicely equipped for such a task. Very easy communication throughout the stay as well. I highly recommend this place for any special occasion. Everyone was very comfortable there, and we had ages 8 to 92 sstaying with us!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
We are so pleased you experienced such a wonderful wedding and all that entails! Wow, you cooked for 20! Impressive, to say the least, putting weddings together are such a joy! Hope the happy couple can return for their anniversaries, and celebrate with all those who helped make this such a memorable occasion!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T'ara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed with friends for my birthday and had a great time!! Gia and Marlene responded with such quickness and made sure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
So happy you enjoyed your time at the Sedona! You were great guests, please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really fun house to stay in. My wife, adult kids, and I enjoyed all the amenities and especially liked the outdoor areas with various places to hang out. The hosts obviously took meticulous care to craft such interesting areas in and around the house. The basement and arcade room were a blast too except my daughter destroyed me repeatedly in the Marvel game and Dig Dug LOL. I got her in Galaga though. Easy to hang out at the house and be tempted to not go anywhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time for my birthday getaway. The only downside was that the power went out for quite a while due to the high winds but they delivered some flashlights for us in no time! This home is so beautiful- words can not describe. I definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2026
We are so pleased you enjoyed the Villa inspite of that crazy weather! Gia, my assistant is a gem taking extra flashlights over. We used to have several already there, but who knows where they went. Hope you return to enjoy our gardens and some beautiful weather!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place was super super awesome! I didn't realize that there were only 3 bedrooms, but there was definitely space for a lot of people to sleep *if you're okay with sharing beds*. 3 bedrooms, two full sized beds in the basement with pull out beds beneath. I feel like there may have even been two other pull out couches? But our group didn't need them so we didn't bother looking for them. For a close group of friends/family, totally perfect! The vibes were immaculate. We had everything we needed. Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
We are so pleased you enjoyed our awesomeness! LOL It's true.We have so many sleeping areas.It may get confusing , it's a large property. Come back again during the warmer season and enjoy our gardens.There are 5 patios plus the cantina ,and we pride ourselves on a lovely experience out there as well! You were great guests , thank you so much for choosing us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic find!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 November 2025
Thank you! Hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa B.

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

Uniquely Fun Place to Stay

A hidden magical place for beautiful photo opportunities & memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you for your kind review! It warms my heart when guests appreciate what we have done to create this special oasis.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! Eight of us stayed at the house for the weekend and we had additional guests over one day to celebrate grandmas 88th birthday! The kids loved the arcade games and popcorn machine and the adults made use of the numerous patio spaces outdoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2025
I'm so pleased you had a wonderful time hosting your family at the Villa! You were great guests and we hope you make the Sedona your favorite getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Special family memories!

We enjoyed our stay and our host was super helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay. You were great guests, and I hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay! You were great guests, hope you make the Sedona your favorite getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Family Vacation

The house was beautiful and clean. Backyard was fantastic! The host was very responsive to any messages.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Definitely the most interesting place I have ever stayed! The decor was eclectic and fun, the beds were super comfortable, very clean and inviting! We arrived and they had the fireplace going for us! Such a nice touch. Sadly, I was there for my father’s funeral but this vrbo was so welcoming, we all felt at peace. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2025
We feel honored that you chose us for this occasion. Blessings to you and your family.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2025
Lauren, thank you so much for your great reaction and response to your stay at the Sedona! I am so pleased you enjoyed the villa, and hope you continue to choose us for your special events! You were wonderful guests, thank you for being so considerate!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Our stay met every expectation we had.The home itself was unique and the yard was incredibly relaxing.Marlene is a five star host and the home she owns tells a lot for her incredible taste.Will be on my list for my home away from home.Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
I am so very pleased you enjoyed your stay as much as we appreciate your group as guests! Looking forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Einar J.

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

Great visit

Wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2025
Thanks, Einar! Hope to host you again when our gardens are in bloom!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey R.

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

Great place

We had a blast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2022
Thanks. Lacey! Would love to have you return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hidden gem is a perfect description. So many nooks and spaces to enjoy. I am so impressed how this space has so much to enjoy. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyle A.

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

Re-unite with friends

Excellent night with friends we had not seen in several years. Lots of cozy spots for private conversations and spots big enough to accommodate everyone. Glad we stayed here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
So pleased you had a good time reuniting with friends at the villa. We hope you choose us for your future special events and gatherings!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lyndsey b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at the Sedona house in Rockford! The home was beautifully decorated, and had such a warm, welcoming vibe. Everything we needed was provided, from a well-stocked kitchen to cozy linens, and the thoughtful touches made it feel extra special. The outdoor space was perfect for relaxing, and the location was convenient for getting around town. Communication with the host was easy and responsive, which made the whole process stress-free.I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting the area and would love to stay here again in the future! It's truly a relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
I am so very pleased you had such a wonderful time at the Sedona! You were wonderful guests, and my staff and I welcome your return anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jered S.

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

Great place!!!

We had a great night! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
We will definitely welcome you and your guests back! Thank you for choosing us! Marlene
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mat E.

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

Great Trip!

We had a small friends get-together for a birthday party and really enjoyed the property. The outdoor spaces are excellent and fit a group of 6-8 well. The arcade was a fun touch!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2025
Mat, I'm so pleased that you and your friends had a good time at the Villa! Thank you for your review, I hope you make the Sedona your favorite getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Adventure in Rockford

This place made memories for us! We enjoyed exploring the building, marveling at the details, and especially the hot tub. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2025
Thank you so much, Amanda! Looking forward to your next stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

The Sedona house is a vibe!

My mom and I spent Mother’s Day here and had a wonderful time! This property is super unique and literally feels like another world! Super clean and everything you could need to feel right at home! Super close and convenient everything as well and the host was so friendly. Would highly recommend staying here if you’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Alison, you nailed it! Thank you so much for your great review! The Sedona does feel like another world, and I'm so pleased you felt right at home. I'm looking forward to your return when you wish to have another getaway. You were such wonderful guests, it was a pleasure hosting you and your mom!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Lovely

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
Amanda, I am so pleased you had a good time, please come back again!

About the host

Hosted by Gia Namaste

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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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