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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Elizabeth, IL
  • Place, Massbach Ridge Winery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Apple River Fort
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond

Close to Galena, Eagle Ridge and Chestnut Mountain Resort (20 min drive). Golf, Ski, Shop, Hike.
Private 50-acre recreational farm set on the banks of Rush Creek Valley, Elizabeth, Illinois.

4,000 square foot custom home is built to fit the picturesque valley views with porches and windows perfectly positioned to maximize every second of your relaxation time.
• Great room w/ 20’ ceilings, massive fireplace, 65” tv, plenty of window seating!
• Furnished 3-season screened & glassed porch w/ pot belly stove
• Fully outfitted modern chef’s kitchen (Subzero fridge, Fisher Paykel Oven / Stove) Keurig, coffee pot
• Walk-out basement w/ kitchenette, 60” TV, full bunk beds, heated carpeted floors, shuffle board, lots of board games, card games, puzzles.
• Fishing & recreation room w/ separate sink & full size refrigerator, bin just outside this door with balls, nets, rackets for outdoor games including corn hole
• 1 first floor master, king bed (w/ sleeper sofa)
• Master bathroom w/ heated floors, Jacuzzi tub, walk-in custom shower
• 2 lower-level guest bedrooms w/ queen beds own full bathrooms (one w/ 2 single bunk beds too!)
• Furnished, covered front porch
• Furnished elevated rear porch w/ new weber grill, views of entire valley
• Custom concrete Fire pit w/ 8 Adirondack chairs, a pizza oven & s’mores gear

A perfect place to spend time during the day, the large 30’ deep pond, just a short walk from the rear of the house, is loaded with bass, blue gill and catfish.
• 2 lily pads (1 purple, 1 yellow) are in full bloom through spring and summer.
• Small pier sits at the water’s edge along with a rowboat, canoe and paddle, for the more adventurous and a floating dock in the middle of the pond.


*We allow fishing but require use of barbless hooks (in fishing room) and catch / release protocol only.
**Swimming is at your own risk.

Groomed trail network cut throughout the entire property is a perfect way to take in the variety of terrain. Covering over 4 miles, the trails can lead you to and from the house to discover:
• The Pond
• Upper fields (“crop circle” sunset/star gazing area!)
• Deep timber trails
• Naked Island (“island” sitting area overlooking pond from timber side)
• The Barn & Vintage Silo


The best things to do:
• Epic sunrises & sunsets with friends & family
• Walks & bike rides throughout the trails
• Reading books on the porch
• Wine at the fire pit
• Dinners together at the farm-style dining table
• Star gazing at the crop circle (upper fields)
• Fishing & chilling at the pond
• Bird watching, along with local wildlife viewing
• Movies in the great room or club room
• Massbach Ridge Winery tastings, <5-minute drive
• Lola’s Deli/Highway 20 Brewing in Downtown Elizabeth, 5-minute drive
• Concerts at The Rhythm Section Amphitheatre, 7-minute drive
• Golf at Woodbine Bend, 10-minute drive
• Dinners at Molly’s in Mt. Carroll, 15-minute drive
• Golf at The General, Eagle Ridge, 20-minute drive
• Apple River Canyon State Park, 20-minute drive
• Shopping, Dining & Spa in Galena, 25-minute drive
• Skiing at Chestnut Mountain, 25-minute drive
• Sky Tours Zipline – Dubuque, IA, 50-minute drive
• Field of Dreams, Dyersville, IA, 60-minute drive
• Monticello River Rentals (Tubing/Kayaks) – Monticello, IA – 80-minute drive

EXTRAS:
-Outdoor games in a bin off the back patio include: whiffle ball, bocce ball, volleyball, badminton, kickballs, bags (corn-hole) set, footballs, scoop & toss set, sprinkler
-Row boat at the pond. If interested please ask and we can include a kayak and floating lily pad
-Puzzles, board games, cards, coloring supplies in the basement entertainment center
-Well stocked basics including towels (outdoor beach towels as well), linens, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, napkins, tissues, dish soaps, laundry soaps, hand soaps, spices, oils, coffee. You will not arrive and be lacking for any of the basics of home,

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are property line markers, please do not go beyond the wood stakes.
Do not flush tampons or wipes down the toilet. It will affect the septic pump and cause a back-up.

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
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Elizabeth

Located in Elizabeth, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Mississippi Palisades State Park, while Savanna Museum and Cultural Center and Iron Horse Motorcycle Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Elizabeth, IL

What's nearby

  • Massbach Ridge Winery - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Apple River Fort - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Mississippi Palisades State Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 25 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootlegger Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jug's Tap - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dually's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jack’s - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Small Town Saloon - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond on 23 May 2026 start from AU$657, 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 Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to SKI Resort- Pet Friendly- Huge Great Room w/ Fireplace- Fire Pit- Pond located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Massbach Ridge Winery, Mississippi Palisades State Park and Apple River Fort. Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery and Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SUCH a well done stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and landscape. Well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

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

Amazing stay!

Everything was perfect ! Super clean and a perfectly stocked and outstanding kitchen to cook in. The sounds of nature , the view , the house, the fire pit , the pond. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home and property is everything that was stated in the description. So much room for our 6 adult family members. The home was spotless and had everything we needed and wanted. We spent a lot of time of the deck overlooking the beautiful property and rolling hills. Sunrises were spectacular. We will definitely be back to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

The property was beautiful, had every amenity we needed, and was absolutely perfect for our family vacation! The kids loved fishing at the pond and walking the trails. The adults relaxed by the fire pit and took in the views. It was one for the memory books. I would highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional property, we had zero issues really for the most part. Owner was very accommodating and responsive. We will consider the same property for next years trip. Money well spent!
One of the first few casts on the pond my son landed a nice bass.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

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

Weekend Get away

We really enjoyed staying at this property. The home is beautiful and spacious. The property is a combination of open grass areas, pond, forest and trails. Everything was well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendahl M.

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

Perfect Getaway!

The house & property are amazing! The views from the deck & all the rooms-also incredible. We were able to watch the sunrise both morning's from the deck. The family loved the lake. Lily pad & kayak were a great addition. House was clean & beds were very comfortable. It was the perfect setting! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

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

Weekend Away

This property was perfect for a weekend away with family! The home is spacious, welcoming, amenities galore (the owners didn’t miss a thing), and the views absolutely stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on a beautiful property just outside of Elizabeth, Illinois. It's a 50 acre property with great views from the house over the rolling countryside. Lots of space to hike the property and let the dogs run, very quiet and secluded. Not too far from Galena (about 30 minutes). Be prepared for lots of bugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby B.

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

Beautiful home in a very peaceful setting.

Our family really enjoyed our stay. There is a perfect mix of things to do (hiking, fishing, playing games) and time to just relax. The view is amazing! Galena is just 20 minutes down the road. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Amazing location

The location was amazing. Everything inside was nicely labeled and easy to locate. The host was quick to respond to any messages we sent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

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

Wonderful Stay

We would like to keep this place a secret as it was one of our best VRBO experiences. The home is beautiful, spacious, well equipped and overlooking a quiet/peaceful setting. Sarah (owner) was pleasant and prompt in responding to our questions. We'd stay here again and will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake W.

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

Great house in beautiful, quiet location

Stayed at this house for a quick family getaway. Very peaceful, quiet and pretty location, with great views of the rolling terrain from the large windows and the large walk-out deck. This is a beautiful house that is very well appointed with games and activities, and is about a 30 minute drive to Galena. Would definitely recommend/stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

Amazing getaway

This property was amazing ! Home was incredibly stocked and prepared for every need possible and really clean! We hated to leave it was gorgeous! Owners were very helpful and kind always super responsive to any questions we may have had ! A true Galena gem thank you so much ! We are hoping to be back again in future !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney B.

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

Electronic free

Great property for getaway very relaxing. Well, equipped, gourmet kitchen. Comfortable bedding and very upscale bathrooms . Communication with the host was very easy. response time was excellent getting back on any questions that we had
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Plant Based B.

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

Great stay!!

We got away from the Chicago suburbs for a long family birthday celebration.. The stay exceeded expectations. The house had everything we needed and more. The kitchen was loaded with items you would need. There were nice walking trails and a lovely pond. The place was warm and inviting. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great weekend

Great house and property really enjoyed the relaxing time we spent there.a little fishing hiking relaxing around the fire pit . Sitting on the deck watching hummingbirds house is very clean and comfortable plenty of room to spend time together and enough room for privacy.only. Views are beautiful. House is easy to find well kept property. I would stay here again thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

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

Fall Weekend Away

Beautiful home with the most gorgeous view! We spent a lot of time on the trails and fishing in the pond. The open floor plan made it easy to enjoy using the chefs kitchen while still feeling connected to the rest of the family watching the football game. It was really quiet and peaceful, and we couldn't recommend this place more. The
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Spectacular House and Property

We spent a long weekend at this glorious property with 2 other couples. The house is impeccably decorated, warm and inviting, with plenty of room to spread out. We stayed in and cooked all of our meals out of the exceptionally well-stocked and thoroughly labeled kitchen. Made good use out of the beautiful fireplace and comfortable furniture, all placed to make the most of the space and views. The property grounds are extremely inviting; we were blessed enough to have warm weather in February and were able to take advantage of the trails, fire pit and balcony overlooking the hills of Elizabeth. We’ve rented many houses over the years, this was by far my favorite and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Beautiful House and Property

Rush Creek Farm is a beautiful home and property. My spouse and I spent 3 nights there with our dog. We had a great time with our small group, but the house can easily accommodate many more people comfortably. The house was immaculately clean and furnished with everything we could possibly need. The kitchen was a joy to cook in, and the outdoor grill (Weber Genesis) was excellent. The beds and furnishings were extremely comfortable. The fireplace and deck were perfect for the early spring weather. We watched a gorgeous sunrise each day from the living room and primary bedroom. There are lovely views from every window - even the powder room and laundry room!There are so many ways to entertain yourselves while there; we enjoyed bags, shuffleboard, and hiking the miles of trails on the property, but we barely scratched the surface of things to do there. The location is excellent, close to Apple River Canyon State Park, Mississippi Palisades, Galena, wineries, and much more. We can't wait to come again, hopefully with a larger group next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Beautiful home and well manicured area!

We had a really fun stay at the Farm. The drive up and the lot it’s on are absolutely beautiful and well maintained. The house seems relatively new and is well appointed. Everything was clean and spacious, and we really appreciated all the toys/games/activities for the kiddos. The only things we’d mention are that while there were many cooking accoutrements, we couldn’t find any aluminum foil/plastic wrap/ziploc, which would have been useful. We also couldn’t find the propane tank or the pizza peel which rendered the grill and pizza oven unusable to us, even though we planned several meals around them. We also would have loved to have use of kid life vests for the pond, or a note that we should bring our own. Otherwise, we'll definitely stay again! Thanks so much for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Ideal Country Getaway

My husband and I chose to stay at this property with our dog over a long weekend, and we were absolutely thrilled. The home itself is stunning, with so many fine details and accents- real wood fireplace (with a massive pile of stocked wood right outside the door), multiple jacuzzi tubs, a fully stocked pantry, firepit with pizza oven(??), hammocks, the list goes on and on. The place also comes ready with so many activities and entertainment- shuffleboard, board games, jigsaw puzzles, TV games, (even a bop it!). It was the perfect home away from home, a place to fully disconnect and just appreciate the moment and company. All of this- amongst 50 private acres in Illinois's most beautiful hillside. The grand windows throughout ensure you're always looking out at the gorgeous views. The walking trails that cut through the property are nice easy walks, and the way the stars light up the night sky is truly awe-inspiring.The property manager was also more than kind and accommodating of us when we had trouble with our car when leaving. They were extremely quick to respond and very thoughtful throughout.This is hands-down the best experience I've had with any rental property, I promise you can't go wrong choosing this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location. Couple hiccups but overall we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Plitt

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This is a new property listing for us! We have had previous rental properties on VRBO and AirBNB for about 3 three years. Our previous listing was 5 stars and we are working to book rentals to get this one at that point as well. We know that reviews make possible renters feel more comfortable making a choice to book for their groups. We take great care in our properties as we visit them ourselves often. You will not feel that anything you would expect to have in a home is missing as we want this to feel like a home away from home as it is for us. Unlike many other rentals we keep our kitchen stocked with some of the essentials that you don't buy on every grocery run. (salt, pepper, baking spices, grilling spices, oils, etc) We also have a strong supply of soaps, laundry detergents, dishwasher detergents etc that most rentals only leave a days supply of. Theres too much to think about when packing for a vacation and we have done our best to leave you with some of these items you don't want to have to think about. If something is missing, let us know and we will make sure to take care of it. We have a dog and children ranging from 9-14 year old. They enjoy this farm as much as we do. We grill, cook, fish, hike, swim, row. or kayak, lounge on the inside and outside porches, star gaze, check out town in Galena-Stockton-Elizabeth-Mount Carroll.

What makes this property unique

The views from the back of our house are amazing at every hour of the day and night. Every room and bedroom has sweeping views of the valley. Even the powder room!

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