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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Barrington, IL
  • Place, Spring Lake Valley Forest Preserve Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Schaumburg Convention Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to a Private Woodland Estate

Stylish contemporary Chicago area home nestled away from the bustle of city life on a beautiful, peaceful 5 acre forest lot.

Conveniently located between Chicago and Lake Geneva with access to shopping, dining and events in the Chicagoland area and the opportunity to do none of those things if you just want to get away.

Completely updated 4 bed, 2.5 bath 3400 sq foot spacious home with vaulted ceilings.

Hardwood floors throughout with granite kitchen and new stainless appliances.

Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac, enjoy the privacy and charm of the mature forest, with deer, squirrels and other wildlife frequently visible on the property. Fitted with giant windows and balconies off of every room, this home is uniquely suited to enjoy our woodland paradise. A large private deck is fitted with an outdoor grill and patio furniture for your enjoyment.

Easy access to Chicago and area attractions by car or train, travel time is about 1 hour to 90 minutes during peak traffic.

Need S'mores? Our outdoor fire pit is stocked with firewood and ready to go.

Easy walking (or riding) distance from the Barrington Hills Riding Center.

Blazing fast wifi and smart TVs in every room with Netflix and Hulu, bring your own Amazon Prime login.

Feeling stressed? Relax in our brand new 2018 five-person Hot Springs "Flair" hot tub while you enjoy the privacy and tranquility of our wooded estate.

We try to provide everything needed to start your vacation (except food, of course), including complimentary water, ice and coffee. Also included are:
- salt, pepper and some spices
- paper towel
- trash bags
- dishwasher detergent
- laundry detergent
- hand soap
- bath tissue
- shampoo
- conditioner
- bath soap
- lotion
- kitchen, bath and hand towels
- extra sheets and pillows

**Due to Village Ordinance, our Home is available for extended rentals only with a minimum rental of ninety (90) days. Our minimum rental fee is $7,500 plus $200 per night after the first thirty days. Many of our Guests stay for less than thirty days of the 90-day rental.**

**No parties or events**

Small gatherings of family and friends are welcome. Our home is not suitable for parties or events.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Gatherings of more than 8 people are prohibited.
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
Note from host: Gatherings of more than 8 people are 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Barrington

Located in Barrington, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bowlero Randall Road and Cinemark West Dundee are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Woodfield Mall and Arboretum of South Barrington. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at NOW Arena or Wintrust Field.
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What's nearby

  • Spring Lake Valley Forest Preserve Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Schaumburg Convention Center - 29 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Woodfield Mall - 31 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center - 49 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 49 min drive - 60.4 km

Getting around

  • Barrington Station - 15 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Donkey Inn Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪New China Chinese Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to a Private Woodland Estate 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 does it cost to stay at Escape to a Private Woodland Estate ?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to a Private Woodland Estate on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$350, 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 Escape to a Private Woodland Estate ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to a Private Woodland Estate ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to a Private Woodland Estate ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to a Private Woodland Estate located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Spring Lake Valley Forest Preserve Trailhead and within 3 miles (5 km) of Helm Woods Forest Preserve Trailhead and Algonquin Lakes Trailhead. Algonquin Historic Village Hall and Buffalo Park Forest Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Family Visit

The property met our expectations. However, we would encourage the owner to repair the outside metal edging material which presents a tripping hazard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Katherine, I am perplexed by this review. A one star review typically means you are very unsatisfied, but your review states that our lovely home met your expectations. In any event, thank you for identifying the garden edging issue, we are aware of it and expect repairs to be completed shortly. Thank you, again. Clay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna Z.

Fantastic Home for Family Gateway

Very nice house. It is spacious, clean, and nicely decorated. There was more than enough room for our family of 5 to spread out. We especially appreciated the hardwood floor throughout the house. Fantastic location of the house just in the middle of the wooded area. Very peaceful surrounding with gorgeous views from all the windows. We felt at home in this house. We will definitely rent this house again while in Ilinois.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Beautiful wooded property

My friends and I rented the house for a week, and pretty much everything was wonderful about the house. The setting is incredible. We woke up to deer in the yard every morning. The house has 4 spacious bedrooms. The kitchen was large, and the 2 living spaces gave us options to hang out in. Only negatives were we had some ants in one of the bedrooms for a day or two. The dishwasher is dark brown from the hard water and needs to be replaced. Owner was attentive and answered questions quickly. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We are very glad that you enjoyed our home. We have a very good pest management service and I'm surprised the ants got past them, but the service seems to have resolved the issue. All of the homes in the area are on well water, which contains healthy amounts of Iron that can darken some appliances. We washed the dishwasher with vinegar that removed most of the water stains.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Idyllic country home for a weekend away

I stayed in this house with a few friends for a weekend away. It was gorgeous. The view from the back windows alone was enough to make us never want to leave! The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The host was responsive when I had a question. The only caution I have for potential renters is make sure you have a 4WD or AWD vehicle if you are coming when it might snow. My friend with a sedan got stuck and ended up sliding off the side of the driveway and we had a tough time getting her out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We are very glad that you enjoyed our home. We have a snow removal team that is usually very prompt, I do apologize for the invconvenience you experienced.
Verified

8/10 Good

Barb N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hot tub ROCKED!!!

The highlight of the house was the hot tub! We LOVED it! We were in it each evening and it was awesome! The home was spacious and comfortable. It was awesome they had some personal hygiene items along with water at check it. The unfortunate issues was driveway was wash out and it was challenging for one of our cars. Maybe spraying for bugs to control them would have been nice too. It is a very private property which was awesome but with that comes lots of bugs which we experienced outside and ants inside. Otherwise we had an amazing time it it served us well. Thank you Clay! We would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. And thank you for the notes on the driveway and the bugs. The good news is that the driveway is scheduled to be paved as soon as it stops raining and we do spray for Mesquitoes every three weeks, so these issues are short-lived. Thank you for taking such great care of our home, we would love to host you all again. Clay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Roomy , modern house away from it all

This house was perfect for our 10 day stay. There were 3 adults and 3 teen baseball players, and we all had plenty of room. The kitchen and laundry room got a lot of use. The drive in and out of the property was beautiful and we loved being in horse country. We saw deer most days. The electronic door lock made life easy, and the TVs in each room were very nice to have, though we could not figure out how to use the Fubo account. We basically used our Netflix and Amazon accounts. It would have been nice to get some local TV , but I just didn’t make the time to contact the owner to help us. When we did communicate with Clay, he was very responsive. WiFi was excellent. The master bath was spacious with great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Towels were plentiful and appreciated. The downstairs area with the big TV was great for the boys and their PlayStations. We did have to buy a large pot and cake pan, but those seemed to be the only items the kitchen didn’t have. Otherwise, it was really well stocked. We did use the hot tub (even though it was July). We had some sore athletes, and it was really nice for them to relax in. It worked perfectly. We spent some time in Barrington itself and had great food at Neoteca, great coffee at Conscious Cup, an amazing breakfast at Egg Harbor, incredible chocolates at Anderson Chocolates, and cold beers at McGonigal’s Pub. I grew up about an hour from here, but never actually spent much time in this area. It was a lot of fun exploring around the nearby towns when we weren’t watching the boys play baseball. There were plenty of indoor games at our disposal, which we did use. One suggestion…It would have been nice to have had some fishing poles to use in all the nearby lakes. All in all, the house was perfect for us. We truly appreciated the cleanliness and little welcoming extras that were supplied for us. Thank you to Clay and his family.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathryn w.

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

Wonderful stay!

This trip was everything promised: a serene woodland escape. Perfect for our family. Clay responded to any concerns quickly and we hope to come back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene K.

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

Nice getaway

My family and I had great time celebrating Thanksgiving here!!! The house is well stocked and tucked away for complete privacy. I would love to come back for another getaway with my girlfriends next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora N.

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

Great for a fall weekend

This property is perfect for a family or group of friends. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds are comfortable. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace every night and our dog loved going for runs in the horse corral. Great stay - thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Country getaway in a wonderful neighborhood

We had a fabulous stay here, in a beautiful home in a country setting. The rolling hills and surrounding horse farms are picturesque. The dogs had a blast too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue M.

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

Barrington Hills

There is very little to rent in the Barrington area. This house is out in the country away from it but still only about 10-15 minutes from town. Its in a very pretty neighborhood , many homes with horses.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

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

Amazing getaway, without straying too far

Loved our stay here! Lots of space to roam but tons of places to gather. We had a blast walking around, playing games, hanging out on the porches and hot tub, and gathered by the fire. Definitely a bucolic neighborhood, but close enough to town to order a pizza! :) Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Thank you!

Clay was very responsive and helpful. The home is in a private and gorgeous setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

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

Wonderful property!

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful and is tucked away in the woods within a gorgeous horse-country neighborhood. At the same time, it’s very close to restaurants, shops, and interesting little towns. Or if you want more nature there are a number of parks, preserves, and lakes. You can also easily get to Chicago on the train. The house was very roomy, comfortable, and clean. Clay was a terrific host and we highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Great family getaway

We stayed here with another family for our family reunion and it was wonderful. Amazing playroom for the kids, fully stocked kitchen with kid friendly dishes, games, kid books, plenty of of space for everyone, and a beautiful outdoor space. Beds were very comfortable, plenty of extra towels, TP, paper towels, etc. I think the only thing we had to run out and buy was something to lite the grill which we left there for the next guests. I would definitely reccomend this VRBO for anyone, but especially if you're traveling with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

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

Came for medical procedure

One of the best places we’ve ever stood. It had a play room that my kids did not want to get out of a hot tub the teenagers loved and we saw deer every day. Life was good & peaceful for us this vacation even though I had heart aurgery. If you’re coming for any medical procedure to recover it is the best place to recover & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Wonderful getaway

Property was lovely. Perfect for a girls weekend. We enjoyed the remote “away from everything” feel of the property. Ladies loved the hot-tub & the small porch off the kitchen. Plenty of space for the eight of us to spread out and come together for some amazing meals at the large table in the dining room. Really a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Great property with relaxing views

My family and I enjoyed staying at the lovely home. It is very spacious and open. My teens enjoyed the hot tub most of all. We will definitely rent the property again when visiting family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andie L.

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time staying here. We loved being able to bring our dogs and being able to walk them by all the beautiful horse farms. The kitchen and master shower were great!
Stayed 26 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Perfect woodsy escape

My family rented this property for a short term rental, we needed a temporary residence while moving from out of state. Communication was excellent, house was exactly what we needed space wise, it was clean, fully stocked kitchen. The property was a prefect escape from reality and gave a place for my boys to run and play. We all enjoyed watching and listening to nature, which was all around use. Very private secluded lot.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aya O.

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

Quiet getaway for family

We wanted a quiet getaway, and we got one! The fireplace is beautiful; we used it daily with the wood provided. The grownups enjoyed the hot tub. The kids loved the play room, which is geared towards younger kids (6 and under). Kitchen is well-stocked and allowed us to cook in many meals. Agree with other reviewers that beds could stand to be updated as we only found one to be comfortable. Overall, great place and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

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

Quiet Comfortable Woodsy get away

A beautiful home with plenty of space - quiet woodsy setting - perfect for a get away with everything you need! Homeowner was extremely accommodating and responsive to communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma R.

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

The house was perfect

Very clean And beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Great getaway spot

Clay hosted our family for a month while we transitioned into a new home. He was very responsive throughout the process. Our kids loved their playroom!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Great quiet getaway fromTh

We were looking for a covid safe getaway from the city and this delivered! I was worried that since barrington is still a suburb it wouldn’t feel like a getaway, but the location was great! It was super quiet, surrounded by woods, and you can’t see any other neighbors. Check in was easy and clay was super responsive and made sure we had everything we needed. We felt safe and the property was well cleaned. Both the fireplace and hot tub were in great condition and made for a great end of winter getaway. We’ll definitely look to stay again! Only feedback would be that three of the four beds were really uncomfortable. The blue room downstairs had the best bed, which was fine for the two of us since we only needed one room and bed. A heads up that the driveway is gravel and decently plowed but can have some icy spots, and other than the front walkway other paths and stairs weren’t well shoveled and I fell down a couple times taking my dog for a walk (love that it was pet friendly though!)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

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