Welcome to Wind Ridge Herb Farm. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful historic, Victorian farm. Just minutes from Rockford, Machesney Park and Beloit, the guesthouse is ideal for couples, friends, families or professionals seeking safe, private and quiet accommodations. Conveniently located near I90, Pierce Lake and Rock Cut State Park, great golf courses and biking, restaurants and shopping, Anderson Japanese Gardens, Nicholas Conservatory and Hard Rock Casino are all nearby. If interested, guests are welcome to learn about our growing operation and can also visit many of the farm animals.
Property manager
Tony Fiorenza
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
North America
Caledonia, IL
What's nearby
Rock Cut State Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
Rockford Casino - 16 min drive - 18.8 km
Anderson Japanese Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
BMO Harris Bank Center - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
Getting around
Harvard Station - 26 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
Rascals Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
Culver's - 10 min drive
Casey's General Store - 10 min drive
Casey's General Store - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of McEachran Homestead Winery, Hickory Knolls Golf Range and Mini Putt and Rock Cut State Park. Hawes Park and Hononegah Forest Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The guesthouse was great for our family of 6. Nice, clean, quiet and great property with owners that are willing to do anything they can to ensure an enjoyable experience. They even took time out of their busy day to show us their critters and let the kids pet their horses. Would highly recommend.
Nice house with great hosts. Warm and welcoming and had good recommendations for the area. Beautiful, semi-private outdoor space.
Be prepared for spiders because it is in the country. But overall, cleanliness was good for the living and bedrooms.
The hosts were nice, house cute and location great. The problem we ran into was with water.
After we arrived, the host warned us about low water pressure. The water pressure is so low the shower consists of two tiny streams, definitely not enough to get a whole body wet at once. Our last morning, while one of us was showering, water backed up in the toilet. The rest of us went to town to find a bathroom.
We won’t return because of what we thought to be inadequate plumbing, annd it’s unfortunate because otherwise, this is a nice place.
Nice farm guesthouse. Great communication from the time the reservation was placed until we checked out. Thank you, Tony and Liz.
Brian M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda
17 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nicely renovated little century old farm house. Cozy, clean, and quiet. The location was perfect for visiting relatives in the Roscoe area. The property is so beautifully kept with lovely views of the bucolic landscape and the owners are a delight. If we are in that area again this will be the first place I look for to stay.
We were in town for a lacrosse tournament. Hotels were booked so I searched VRBO and found the guest house at Wind Ridge Herb Farm and I'm so glad I did. By far, the most peaceful and quiet accommodation we have ever had, and the house is spacious. We were able to wander around the farm enjoying the gardens and animals in the fields. Tony and Liz were more than happy to give us a tour of their barns and let us meet the farm animals. They were very accommodating and ensured that we had everything we would need or wanted, including breakfast! We would definitely return to the farm in the future. Loved it!
We loved our stay at the farm! The hosts could not have been more welcoming. My daughter loved meeting the animals. The house is cozy and comfortable. It was very hot when we visited but the air conditioning kept up. We loved the location because it was quiet and remote but close enough to be able to go into town for a meal. One thing worth mentioning is that the queen bedroom in the attic was up a steep set of stairs with no banister. It wasn’t an issue for us but it may be for others. We hope to visit again.
We had a very relaxing stay. The weather was perfect to sit outside under the lovely trees. Tony showed us around the farm and the kids loved playing in the yard. Short distance to bike trail and Rockford sights. Madison zoo is only an hour away and free. We also took a day trip to beautiful Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin which was 45 minutes from the farm. We enjoyed our stay very much.
The Shanks Family
We had a little lovely weekend. The house is located on an idealic farm surrounded by beautiful gardens. It was very peaceful and serene. The house was comfortable and met our needs. It was well decorated but not at lot of things we had to worry about our 1.5 year getting into. Great experience.
Our family had a wonderful time at Wind Ridge! The property is beautiful, and the location is ideal -- less than 15 minutes from a beautiful state park, an apple orchard, a pumpkin patch, and downtown Rockford (and more, I'm sure!). The farm house is cozy and has everything we needed, and the hosts were wonderful! They were warm and welcoming, and even introduced us to all the animals!
I especially recommend this place to folks traveling with small children. Our daughter loved exploring the property and interacting with the animals, and the hosts provided a travel crib, high chair, and stroller!
Would definitely stay here again!