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Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago

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A backyard with a fire pit, four Adirondack chairs, and a house in the background.
A modern kitchen with light blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, a gas stove, and a sink.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a window with a view of greenery.
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A modern kitchen with a central island, blue cabinets, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 10•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Elgin, IL
  • Place, NOW Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabela's
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Arboretum of South Barrington
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

First Floor Additional Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor Additional Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Second Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Second Floor Full Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago

Welcome to the Carriage House, a peaceful getaway on our quiet farmstead. If you’re looking for a relaxing quiet spot surrounded by nature, this is the perfect place to unwind.

Outside, you’ll find a large covered porch with an outdoor dining table—great for meals or just sitting back and enjoying the fresh air. In season, the property is filled with wildflowers and plenty of wildlife to spot. There’s a firepit with plenty of seating for evening gatherings, where you can roast marshmallows and enjoy the night sky. In the winter, the flowers and hammocks may not be available, but the snowy views and wildlife sightings make it just as peaceful.

Inside, there’s a roomy upstairs living area, perfect for relaxing together. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you’ll need to cook meals, and there’s a coffee bar for your morning cup. Bedrooms are spacious, and we also have a laundry room to make longer stays easy. Families will find everything they need here—crib, pack-n-play, high chair, toys, books, and puzzles for kids of all ages.

Pets are welcome, too! We provide crates, beds, towels, and dishes for them. Just please keep them leashed outside and away from the fenced areas and farm dogs on the other side of the acreage.

While it feels quiet and tucked away, we’re conveniently located—about an hour from Chicago (depending on traffic) and 30 minutes from O’Hare Airport, right off I-90 and very close (5 minutes) to the NOW Arena. We are 25 minutes away from the Allstate Arena, 15 minutes away from Schaumburg and 15 minutes away from the Elgin Sports Complex.

Please note: This property is next to state land preserves, so you may see wildlife such as deer, coyotes, and insects during your stay. The home is regularly serviced by a pest control company, but wildlife is part of the natural setting here. If anything comes up during your stay, just let us know—we’re happy to help. We do ask that you keep doors closed and screens secured to keep the inside comfortable.

We look forward to hosting you!

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This property is children friendly.
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Events

Events allowed
Small gatherings, dinners, and other intimate even
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 house trained pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict No-Smoking / No-Vaping Policy – Zero Tolera
Per Insurance Policy Guests Must Sign Rental Agreement. Refundable Security Deposit of $150 Required. Maximum Occupancy is 10.
Pets allowed with additional Security Deposit. Max 2 Dogs. Dogs must be secured on leash when outside. No smoking, vaping or any e-cig use inside.
Issues must be communicated to the owner w/in 2 hours for resolution. Refunds will not be provided for issues not reported or allowed to remedy.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3799141vb
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Small gatherings, dinners, and other intimate even
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

Hoffman Estates

Located in Hoffman Estates, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Villa Olivia Country Club and The Highlands of Elgin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Helm Woods Forest Preserve Trailhead and Buffalo Park Forest Preserve. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa's Village, or head to an event or a match at NOW Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Map
Elgin, IL

What's nearby

  • NOW Arena - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Elgin Public Museum - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cabela's - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Arboretum of South Barrington - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Grand Victoria Casino - 8 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Elgin Station - 15 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chicago Street Pour House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Event Entertainment - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taylor Street Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago?

As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$721, 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 Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pet/Family Friendly Farmhouse: Sleeps 10, Firepit, 1 Hour from Chicago located?

This family-friendly Hoffman Estates holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Elgin Public Museum and NOW Arena. Lords Park Zoo is 3 mi (4.7 km) away.

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. 24 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house with a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient and super clean stay. Exactly the kind of place we were looking for. Stayed for a work trip outside of Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margarita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming! My guests and I had an amazing time at the carriage house. I will highly recommend!! Amenities were great, it had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bardhul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had planned this trip for an engagement party! I proposed to my fiance yesterday! We had a very good time very spacious for hosting event dinner for 10 people! The place was very clean and exactly how it showed on the pictures! The host was awesome and replied to my questions in a timely manner! Very happy with my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vince D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our family meeting in the middle. There was plenty of space for us to spread out and enough bathrooms to accomodate us all. The beds were comfy and we had everything we needed. The kitchen was complete and we were able to cook full meals. There was even wood for the fire pit. If you bring your pets, theres a crate for them. Due to it being spring, there were a lot of ticks in the grass and we had to check ourselves and the dogs but there was bug spray available. It was a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary R.

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

Quiet weekend getaway

House is perfect for a group to get away for a weekend. Sleeps plenty, house is updated, owner was flexible and easy to work with. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2024
Thanks for your stay! We had fun watching everyone have a good time and enjoy the property. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great Stay in the Country!

We came to Elgin for a family reunion and really enjoyed this property. It was very well appointed in a beautiful setting. Perfect accommodations for our group of 8! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Very spacious and so much natural light during the day. Very warm and welcoming.The yard was great for taking out our dog.Would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Summer Getaway

Very clean house and quiet location. There were plenty of things to do in Elgin so didnt need to venture very far to entertain family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerrd S.

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

Beautiful Country Carriage House

We had a wonderful stay at this location, everything was top notch!! We will definitely stay again in the future!! Tabitha was quick to respond with any questions that we may have had.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Great Place!

It’s a great house. Comfortable with lots of room and perfect for families with kids. We totally enjoyed our stay. Tabitha was great to communicate with. Would totally recommend to anyone size group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great!

Great property!! Lots of space. My family loved it! Heard some coyotes howling at night, which was really cool!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet property. Large kitchen for cooking, a lovely patio are and fire pit.Large house with large rooms and open area concept.Host is close by and when some light bulbs went out she came within an hour to replace them. She is very friendly and helpful.You will have to pay a security deposit in case of any damage, but I received it back the day we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joan s.

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

Our Stay

It was very serene. It had a long entranceway to the property. The house was clean, bright and very spacious. Loved taking our dogs for a walk in the neighborhood. It was a beautiful place to stay and Tabatha was very accommodating and pleasant to speak with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Thank you for your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you. Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Private Get Away

This amazing property is set far back on the property for maximum privacy. The natural light in the house was so nice for those that get the winter blues. The bathtub is deep enough to have a relaxing bath and cover everything. Well be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family

We had family come in from Iowa, Atlanta, and Washington. Short drive to our daughter’s home so we could all gather for all to meet our newest addition to the family. Our 6 week old granddaughter. Definitely would stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan U.

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

Beautiful house with lots of room to spread out.

Excellent communication with property owner/manager. Very clean. Would have been nice for outdoors if it wasn’t so chilly at this time of year. Would be a nice spot in summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Q.

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

Graduation from Judson University

Our stay was awesome! This house provides a lot of space both indoors and outdoors. All of our family could stay under one roof for our daughter's graduation from Judson University. The house was clean, well furnished, and met the online description. We saw deer right next to the back patio! It is a quick drive to a Jewel Osco and other shopping. It is also a quick drive to Judson.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice property

Check-in process is quick and easy. Kitchen was clean but no dish soap for dishwasher. Not a big issue but may need to check on the little things a bit more. We stayed here and last year and will again as it is convenient and for the most part a great property. Just noticed a few things from our last stay that weren’t quite as well maintained. But not a big problem
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful County setting home

The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. The kitchen is well stocked and had lots of pots and pans. It even had all the spices we needed. It also has all the paper products you need. We stayed for a basketball tournament and renting this house was cheaper than staying in a local hotel and paying for two rooms and much more comfortable. It was nice to have two sitting areas one for the kids to hang out and one for the adults. The outside area was so amazing too. We loved eating our meals outside and enjoying the view. We had enough room we even had the other girls on the team over for a team building party and Tabatha was so nice and told us where to get extra fold up chairs. What nice place to stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

Perfect spot for a family to gather

I cannot say enough great things about the Carriage House and the host. The communication with Tabitha was always easy going and she returned messages almost instantly. Easy to find with the directions and plenty of parking space. The house was spotless!! It was stocked the best of any short term rental I have ever stayed at from the kitchen to linens and more. It had plenty of storage space in closets, a full laundry room and large bedrooms. It just had a wonderful cozy feel, and the outdoor patio is beautiful as well as the campfire pit and grill. It makes a great spot for family members to meet up and catch up. Terrific for all ages. Had toys for younger kids, TVs in both living rooms for everyone to spread out. The coffee bar off the kitchen was a really nice touch, too. The location was so serene and peaceful. We heard coyotes howl one night which was very cool. Beautiful plants and flowers all over, and a very well maintained home. I cannot recommend the Carriage House enough, and if I was ever in Elgin again, I would definitely want to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Callie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Your host

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We are a small farming family driven by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability, permaculture, and organic practices. My journey began with a desire to connect with the land, grow our own food, and embrace a more self-reliant lifestyle. Today, we proudly cultivate a thriving and diverse farmstead where harmony with nature and organic practices is at the core of everything we do.

At the heart of my farmstead, you'll find a passion for animals, organic practices and the land. I believe in creating an atmosphere where children can truly be kids, simultaneously learning the invaluable lessons of responsibility, compassion, and empathy through caring for animals and participating in farm life in which they develop problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about the interconnectedness of all life forms.

Preserving and nurturing the health of my land is of utmost importance. Every day, we work to ensure the soil is enriched, the trees are flourishing, and the orchards are abundant. I take great pride in employing regenerative and organic practices. My vision for the future extends beyond the boundaries of the farmstead, I aspire to cultivate an entire food forest.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to our beloved Carriage House, your tranquil retreat just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Chicago. This cozy space is close enough to easily pop into town yet feels like a world away, nestled among beautiful trees and open fields.

We’ve designed it with love to accommodate up to 10 guests comfortably. You'll find spacious rooms and two inviting living areas, perfect for gathering with friends and family. Whether you’re relaxing with a cup of coffee or sharing stories in the evening, we hope you'll feel right at home.

If you enjoy cooking, you’ll appreciate our fully equipped kitchen. And if you have kids or pets, they’re welcome here! We want everyone to feel included in our little slice of paradise. One of my favorite things is the peacefulness that surrounds us.

Even though we’re tucked away in a quiet spot, you’ll find stores and restaurants just minutes away, with easy access to the freeway for your convenience.

This isn’t just a rental—it’s a home, and we’re excited to share the simple joys of this quiet farm life with you. From the moment you arrive, we hope you’ll feel the warmth and love that has filled this space.

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