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Riverfront Cottage located in historic park

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A stone house with a covered porch and a red mulch garden.
A spacious room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a table with chairs, and a staircase.
A group of people sitting on mats in a grassy area with trees and a body of water in the background.
A wooden staircase in a room with stone walls and a tiled floor.
A living room with a grey sofa, a patterned rug, wooden flooring, and large windows with dark frames.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated at the riverfront, this cottage features 6 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 14 guests. Enjoy water views from the patio while engaging in hiking, biking, birdwatching, and fishing. Explore nearby attractions like Lowell Park and Woodcote Cottage.
6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Dixon, IL
  • Place, Woodcote Cottage
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lowell Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

E. C. Smith Park

2 Single Beds

Haymarket Square

2 Single Beds

John Dixon Park

2 Single Beds

Lowell Park

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Page Park

3 Single Beds

President's Park

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs

Toilet

Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Cottage located in historic park

Just steps away from the beautiful Rock River and nestled in Lowell Park the historic Woodcote Cottage is a perfect setting for your next rustic unplugged getaway! Built of native limestone in 1902, Woodcote Cottage was once home to the park's keeper. The cottage has 6 bedrooms, a full kitchen, 2 fireplaces, and 2 1/2 baths, and can sleep up to 14 people. Bedding and bathroom amenities are not provided. There are 12 twin beds and 1 full bed. Bring your sleeping bags or sheets and make this cottage your home! There is Wifi in the cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 9:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 3:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1912338vb
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Map
Dixon, IL

What's nearby

  • Woodcote Cottage - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lowell Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • White Pines Forest State Park - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Castle Rock State Park - 18 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lil' Smoked Bar + Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cottage located in historic park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$342, 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 Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Riverfront Cottage located in historic park located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps away from Woodcote Cottage and Lowell Park. Park 4 Paws Dog Park is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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. 61 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating to allow pre-stay visits to the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quite get away. Grounds are well maintained and a joy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 12 had a very enjoyable stay. I have a bad back so the bed was not great for me but the house and area were great for my 4 grandchildren to explore with adult supervision.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th year having my stepsons birthday party here. I think that says it all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was ideal for what we were looking to do - both the cottage itself and the Lowell Park setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a great time. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space and stocked with essentials minus sheets and towels. We had several guests ask for details to book for themselves, as it’s quite the impressive property! We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Woodcote! Loved being in Lowell Park. I grew up in Dixon so it was great coming "home" to spend a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had good time.

We had lots of fun at this historic place. This place is very impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great family time

We loved the old house, comfortable house. And all the great outdoor living space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Everything was great. We are even talking about getting a bigger group together and staying here again when there is better weather! All in all, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lowell Park

We stayed two nights in the Woodcote and had a mini family gathering. The cottage was perfect. The grounds were beautiful. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We are happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to accommodating you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Military event

Bring our team here twice a year. Great place and location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Party

House and location worked out great for our family party. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to accommodate a large family!

It was wonderful to have our family stay together in one home! There's a number of bedrooms and enough bathrooms too. The great room is a perfect place for larger gatherings. Lovely setting too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was fantastic with great view, very clean and beautiful place

The space was absolutely what was promised. The bed was super comfy and clean. We will definitely book again at this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

fun times in Dixon

We weren't sure what to expect because this property is unique...but we had an excellent time. Great space and location to spend time with a big family group. Loved being close to the water and spending time on the property and in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Beautiful and spacious. Has everything you need (except, of course, towels and bedding which is clearly in the description).
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We love Woodcote! It was the perfect venue for my son’s grad party.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for family reunion

We really enjoyed our short stay at Woodcote! There were 9 of us staying overnight and 12 there for the family gatherings. The lodge can accommodate that with no problem with ample indoor and outdoor seating. All of this in a gorgeous setting at Lowell Park!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for visiting Woodcote at Lowell Park. Dixon Park District
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Living History

Comfortable, clean, quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space

We used the space for a memorial service for my brother. The space was clean and perfect for the event--especially having the folding tables and chairs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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