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Historic home with easy access to Chicago

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
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Interior
Experience the charm of Historic Glen Ellyn at The Davis Victorian Farm house, a beautifully restored 1892 landmark home. Nestled amongst large trees and beautiful gardens, this property boasts original features like hardwood floors on the main level and a cozy fireplace in the family room with plasma TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic home with easy access to Chicago

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a jetted bath. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets upon approval.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Guests can not have guests without approval byWH

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: Guests can not have guests without approval byWH
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Landmark Victorian Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home Glen Ellyn

About the area

Map
Glen Ellyn, IL

What's nearby

  • Wheaton College - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Woodfield Mall - 19 min drive - 24.3 km
  • United Center - 37 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 41 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Wrigley Field - 44 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Glen Ellyn Station - 18 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Pub - Glen Ellyn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nobel House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Papa Saverio's Pizzeria - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Beer Cellar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home with easy access to Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Historic home with easy access to Chicago?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic home with easy access to Chicago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home with easy access to Chicago?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic home with easy access to Chicago located?

This family-friendly Glen Ellyn holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wheaton College, Cosley Zoo and French Market. Dupage County Historical Museum is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Glen Ellyn Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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