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Cozy and Convenient Family Getaway
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Reviews
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
DeKalb, IL
- Place, Northern Illinois University2 min walk
- Place, Egyptian Theater5 min walk
- Place, Ellwood House Museum13 min walk
- Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Cozy and Convenient Family Getaway
Welcome to your home in the heart of DeKalb, Illinois! This charming two-story house features three cozy bedrooms that offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and style, making it ideal for families, business travelers and anyone visiting Northern Illinois University.
Prime Location
Picture yourself just three minutes from Northern Illinois University and a quick five-minute drive to the bustling downtown area, where a variety of events take place year-round. Nature enthusiasts will delight in Prairie Park, brimming with wildlife and offering hiking and biking trails, disc golf, and fishing access. Whether your visit is for business or leisure, you'll find a vibrant local dining and shopping scene waiting to be explored.
Your Cozy Haven
Relax in the inviting living room, equipped with a 65" 4K Ultra HD TV with Roku apps. Two of the bedrooms offer queen-sized beds, one comes equipped with a 65" 4K Ultra HD TV while, the other has a 43" 4K Ultra HD TV and the third bedroom has a full-sized bed with a 43" 4K Ultra HD TV. Each room has a full-sized mirror for added convenience. Enjoy two full bathrooms and high-speed Wi-Fi with 1 gigabit download speed, perfect for remote work or streaming.
Feel free to adjust the thermostat to your preferred temperature; however, please refrain from touching the radiators when the heating system is in use. Also there is no central air conditioning but we will have fans throughout the house. For your security, a Ring doorbell camera is installed at the front entrance. Additionally, a comfortable futon is available for extra sleeping arrangements, or you can utilize the pull-out couch in the living room.
Prime Location
Picture yourself just three minutes from Northern Illinois University and a quick five-minute drive to the bustling downtown area, where a variety of events take place year-round. Nature enthusiasts will delight in Prairie Park, brimming with wildlife and offering hiking and biking trails, disc golf, and fishing access. Whether your visit is for business or leisure, you'll find a vibrant local dining and shopping scene waiting to be explored.
Your Cozy Haven
Relax in the inviting living room, equipped with a 65" 4K Ultra HD TV with Roku apps. Two of the bedrooms offer queen-sized beds, one comes equipped with a 65" 4K Ultra HD TV while, the other has a 43" 4K Ultra HD TV and the third bedroom has a full-sized bed with a 43" 4K Ultra HD TV. Each room has a full-sized mirror for added convenience. Enjoy two full bathrooms and high-speed Wi-Fi with 1 gigabit download speed, perfect for remote work or streaming.
Feel free to adjust the thermostat to your preferred temperature; however, please refrain from touching the radiators when the heating system is in use. Also there is no central air conditioning but we will have fans throughout the house. For your security, a Ring doorbell camera is installed at the front entrance. Additionally, a comfortable futon is available for extra sleeping arrangements, or you can utilize the pull-out couch in the living room.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
DeKalb
DeKalb is home to this holiday home. River Heights Golf Course and Buena Vista Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore P. A. Nehring Forest Preserve and Russel Woods. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Huskie Stadium or NIU Convocation Center.
DeKalb, IL
What's nearby
- Northern Illinois University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Egyptian Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Ellwood House Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Huskie Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- NIU Convocation Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
- McDonald's - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 13 min walk
- Fushi Yami - 13 min walk
- El Jimador - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.4/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
8.4/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
18 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alexander D.
3 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in
Roomy, but bedroom leaked
Alexander D.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
anita m.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint & comfortable
anita m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don't Judge a Book by it's Cover
Shannon B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Drew D.
18 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drew D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Denise P.
19 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denise P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kenneth P.
19 January 2026
Kenneth P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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Hosted by Clint
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