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6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

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Marengo, IL
  • Popular LocationWoodstock Square19 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Geneva Cruise Line40 min drive
  • Popular LocationGeneva National Golf Club43 min drive
  • AirportJanesville, WI (JVL-Southern Wisconsin Regional)62 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Master Bedroom 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Basement huge bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Common area walk out basement recreation area with bar

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom on 2nd Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Secret Room off Master Bedroom through mirrored closet

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park

This newly renovated, 7,000 sf Tudor country estate is in Marengo near Woodstock and Harvard, and is only 35 minutes from Lake Geneva. It’s an outdoor paradise with lots to do, and the sprawling house with its charming blend of vintage and log cabin decor offers 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 10 beds altogether (2 Kings, 4 Queens, 1 full, 1 twin, 1 single Murphy bed and 1 double sofa bed) and sits on 28 partially wooded acres with 2 aerated ponds, one stocked with fish, 2 kayaks and a 4 seat paddle boat, 15 acres of wooded hiking trails, huge grassy areas for picnics, baseball and other sports, 3 electric bikes and a golf cart. Behind the house is a 1 acre, fenced-in dog park/woods. 2 huge master bedrooms on the second floor both have balconies and attached bathrooms which boast Jacuzzis and separate showers. There is a bedroom with a log cabin Queen bed and attached full bath on the main floor for those who don’t like stairs. Another full bath waits in the downstairs recreation area: a high ceiling walk out basement with a huge bar, 9 barstools and a large screen TV, a table and chairs, swivel chairs and a sofa couch with a TV projector and 10 foot screen, electric dart board and a huge bedroom with mirrored closets and 2 queen beds. Kids will love the full and twin log cabin beds situated in a 3rd floor loft with its own TV. In fact, each bedroom has a TV, as does one of the two 4 car garages (we subscribe to Dog TV) used as an enclosed dog recreation area with 5 dog beds and 2 large kennels, a/c and heat, a dog wash station and a doggie door leading out to an 6 x 12 ft enclosed dog relief area with yet another door leading out to the fenced in dog woods. We close this door at night. The updated, modern kitchen hosts all new appliances: an air fryer, a deep fryer, a bread machine, a blender, 2 toasters, a Breville espresso machine, a pressure cooker, a hot pot, 2 ovens, a 6 burner stove, a microwave and a long table that seats 10, as well as a butcher block island that seats three. Wrap around wooden decks in both the front and back yards lead onto 2 gazebos with dining tables. A third gazebo with a table and four chairs sits next to the big pond several hundred feet from the house, and the basement doors in the huge rec room lead out to a patio with two fire pits beneath a pergola overlooking the small pond. Patio furniture, a bbq grill, rocking chairs and benches adorn all the decks and patios in the Summer and Fall. A large firepit sits in the 4 acre backyard encircled by 6 adirondack chairs, end tables and 2 benches. The backyard gazebo has a fireplace, as does the living room and master bedroom. There is also an office with a computer, printer and a large round dining table. Yet another huge bedroom with a king sized bed on the 2nd floor has been made into an art studio with a wide assortment of art materials, paper, canvases, etc., for grown ups and children, easels, tables and chairs and benches, as well as a sitting area with couch and big screen TV. This room has two balconies. It leads down to the garage so it offers a private entrance and exit. From the garage you can also access the basement with a large laundry room, a washer and dryer, iron and ironing board and a steam wrinkle remover, along with a microwave oven and sink. Dogs are welcome so long as they remain in the dog garage, dog woods or outdoor areas. You can leave them for hours at a time in the enclosed dog quarters with access to the 2 acre outdoor dog park.

Property manager

Marcie
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Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Art supplies in Secret rm. Use tarps if painting

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs can sleep with you if crated (find 2 lg. crates in dog garage); otherwise keep them in garage, dog garage/ dog woods or outside. Clean up poop!!
Wash all dishes. Don’t wash plastic jar glasses in dishwasher.
Read Welcome Letter (they're all over the house)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

About the area

Marengo

Located in Marengo, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Geneva Lake and Main Beach, while Woodstock Opera House and Dancing Horse Theatre are cultural highlights. McHenry County Fairgrounds and Yerkes Observatory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Marengo, IL

What's nearby

  • Woodstock Square - 19 min drive
  • Lake Como - 35 min drive
  • Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 40 min drive
  • Geneva National Golf Club - 43 min drive
  • The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Harvard Station - 11 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Bunk's Place - 12 min drive
  • Old Rivers Inn - 12 min drive
  • La Trinidad Restaurant - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at 6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 6 bd Country Estate on 28 Acres near Lk Geneva w/ Ponds, Trails, Fenced Dog-park located?

Located in the heart of Marengo, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Woodstock Opera House, Woodstock Square and McHenry County Fairgrounds. McHenry County Courthouse is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natalie Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family + Country
The property is a gem. We wished the weather was better so we could enjoy time outside however the briskness of fall had arrived. We were constrained to the inside of the house which is very artistic with an interesting layout. The house was a bit tricky for the amount of guests we had for privacy. There were about 10 of us however two of the bathrooms did not have doors. Although these bathrooms have an extremely beautiful views, the missing doors were an issue. The only other problem were all the rugs. We have some seniors in our group and the shag rugs were causing some tripping. We placed some of the rugs on the side while we had our stay. Not a big deal. The only other issue or improvement we had were last minute instructions on what to do with our laundry and dishes etc..I wished she had left those "to do" on the instructions for the house upon arrival instead of given the morning of departure. Luckily we already accomplished those tasks so it was not an issue for timing. Even with these minor troubles, we had an enjoyable time in this home. It is on a magnificent piece of property. We have memories and stories that will last a lifetime and for that, we are extremely grateful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a large group!
Excellently stocked kitchen, the best by far in any rental we've stayed to date! We are a large group of friends who get together once a year to hang out, cook, and craft together, so this house was extremely well-suited to us. Lovely grounds, spacious bedrooms, and very communicative host! I recommend this location to any large group. As a note, the house is very open-concept and sound travels easily from bottom to top - just a note in case travelling with sensitive sleepers!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nilax

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a guys golfing getaway.. house was perfect. There was 16 of us, and had plenty of space. Hope to rent annually

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
We property was amazing. The special touches that Marcie created throughout the house made our visit special. We have been gathering in large houses for the past 14 years. This was the best so far.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

June K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 Family Vacation
My three sons and their families made some great memories on this trip. The property is absolutely beautiful and the home is amazing! The kids really enjoyed the frog pond, secret room, exploring the spacious house and property. Marci made us feel welcome and right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marcie

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I breed Labrador Retrievers and have 5 of them! So if you rent the place, we'll all leave and you'll have a haven for your dogs while you are on vacation!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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