Located in Dixon, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Lincoln Monument State Memorial and Lincoln Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Pines Forest State Park and Castle Rock State Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Lincoln Monument State Memorial - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Heritage Crossing Riverfront Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Katherine Shaw Bethea Medical Group - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Dixon Memorial Arch - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Circle K - 5 min walk
Lil' Smoked Bar + Grill - 3 min drive
Culver's - 2 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min!?
As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min! on 5 July 2027 start from AU$998, 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.
How much is parking at Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Welcome to Grandma's House! I'd love to host your family&friends! 2 night min! located?
This family-friendly Dixon holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Monument State Memorial, Heritage Crossing Riverfront Plaza and Historic Dixon Theatre. Lincoln Statue and John Dixon Monument are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home was amazing. We thought it was well worth the price. Located in a good area of town and close to everything we wanted to do. Really like staying at grandma's house. Will definitely stay here next time we are in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2022
Thank you Alisha! It was a pleasure hosting your family. Thank you for the kind words and for peeking my interest in our town history In which your family were very important people! Please do come back, you’re welcome back anytime!
House was as advertised, very clean and in good shape for being an old house. Loved the screened in porch and short walk to the riverfront and downtown. Would happily stay again if we are back in Dixon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2021
I highly recommend Matthias as a guest! Five stars! Friendly, respectful, great communication, left the house clean as can be. They are welcome back anytime!
Grandma’s was perfect for our family reunion! 5 of us coming from swFL and wanted a place to call home away from home and this did not disappoint. The amenities, the communication, the location, all was on par. Grandma’s House truly made our family reunion even more enjoyable. Thank you Judith!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you so much Matthew. It was my pleasure to host you and your family. I wish all guests where as kind, considerate and clean as you all were.
Come back anytime, best wishes!
Wonderful nostalgia at grandmas house. Very comfortable and brings back all the memories of growing up and visiting your Grandma!
As former Dixonites, we have stayed several times and have always enjoyed the hospitality of the host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2024
Thank you Shawn! It's my pleasure to host you and Julie!
I was able to get my daughters, one in MN and one in MI together with all 5 of my grandkids. We met half way and had a wonderful time. Very relaxing and homey. I would recommend this as a great place to stay...
Grandmas house was just lovely. It had plenty of room for everyone. The enclosed porch was so great. We were able to have the kids play there without having to worry. It was also walking distance to everything. I would highly recommend staying here .
Judith was an excellent host who was willing to accommodate us completely. She will help with whatever you need. I would highly recommend her and her property.
Perfect location, clean and quiet neighborhood. Everything is just as listed. We had a group of 6 and it was perfect for us! Excellent communication from home owner. I will recommend this to other family members
My daughter, 3 grandkids & I came for my class reunion and to visit family. The house was in a good neighborhood and very clean. It had a very homey atmosphere- just like Grandma's house should. There was plenty of room, dishes and pots & pans for us to make a family dinner for us and 5 of my nieces and nephews. It was perfect for our family gathering. The host was prompt to respond to any messages we sent.
I would recommend Grandma’s house to anyone. It was neat and clean and have everything you could possibly ever need. Judi was a great hostess. She gave us a number where we could reach her anytime. Also stocked many breakfast items and condiments in refrigerator for us to use. All in all a most pleasant experience.
Judi is the best host I have ever had. I have never had a host ever leave you a few basic food items. It feels just like being in a loving home. Our trip was solely for the purpose of visiting my dad who was a resident in the Rockfalls nursing home. This gave us a perfect place to bring him for a family gathering rather than a hotel. I hope to continue to work with Judi for our visits to my dad.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Dawn and her family were ideal guests. Great communication, Dawn is a very kind and thoughtful person. She left the house spotless and I appreciate that so much. Looking forward to hosting you again. Thank you…
The owner couldn’t have been more helpful! We lost power because of a storm and she checked on us right away to inform us of estimated repair time. Also that she could run over a power source if we needed it. Well stocked rental!
We had to make a last-minute trip to the area and we’re so happy to find grandmas house. The first thing, my husband said when he walked in the front door was this feels like my grandma and grandpa‘s house. We were in town for his grandmother’s funeral, and to visit family. The location was perfect. The house had absolutely everything that we needed and Judith couldn’t have been kinder. We were able to stay a little bit longer after check out, and that gave us the chance to visit with our granddaughters and daughter. We can’t say thank you enough for accommodating us.
My cousins are all originally from the area and now all live out of state. This place was perfect for our family. It was spacious. Perfect for hanging out and playing games together. The kids ages 4 and 6 were entertained with all the toys. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2022
Thank you Alicia! I would love to host your family again, anytime!
We spent 5 wonderful days days at Grandmas house. During our visit several family members stopped by for a visit and all agreed that the home was lovely. We were happy to find the home stocked with food items, bottled water and toiletries. The beds, linens, and furniture was extremely comfortable and the home is large enough to host many guest. We will return on future visits to the Dixon area. By the way checking in and out was super easy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2022
Thank you kindly Lisa And thank you so much for leaving the house spotless! I appreciate that so much.
It was simply awesome! Great location and very comfortable home. Well stocked too I might add.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Ideal guests! I highly recommend Pamela. Great communication, very considerate and kind. The house was left as clean as could be! Delightful group of ladies!
We were looking for a destination that offer canoeing, biking and hiking activities. Dixon has all of it and more.
We had a lovely stay at Grandma house. The house is well equipped for a comfortable stay. Special mention for the piano that my son enjoyed playing a lot.
We did not meet Judith, but she was such welcoming and responsive. She is a great host. She provides great recommendations for activities and tips overall. She was really nice to find some bikes that we can use for our stay. Definitely I highly recommend to book Grandma house for a nice relaxing stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2020
Sophea and her family were ideal guests! I highly recommend them! Great communication and very kind! Sophea left the house very clean. They are welcome back any time. Five star guests!!!! Thank you Sophea!
The house was perfect. We met for a sister's crafting trip and loved the house. The extras the host provides were so thoughtful and added so much. The layout and space in the house were also perfect for us - we especially liked the large dining room table. We found ourselves looking at many of the things in the house and enjoying the history and uniqueness of the house. The neighborhood is also very nice and we loved the old homes. Such a cute area! Thanks much. Hope to come back again as it is a great meeting place for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you Ann! I wish all my guests were as thoughtful, clean and kind as you and your sisters are! I hope you return!