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A single-story house with a front porch, a mailbox, and a small garden area with a lawn and a few trees.
A kitchen with teal-tiled walls, a wooden dining table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a stove with a wine-themed backsplash.
A small house with a porch, a welcome sign, outdoor furniture, and a garden with pumpkins.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a blue tiled backsplash.
A living room with a large clock, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Machesney Park, IL
  • Place, Rock Cut State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Anderson Japanese Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Coronado Performing Arts Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Machesney Park

This cottage is located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Rock Cut State Park and within a 10-minute drive of Anderson Japanese Gardens. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Rock Cut State Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Coronado Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Hardrock Casino Rockford - 11 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Backyard Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Cottage

Completely updated & modern. Why stay in a hotel? The perfect retreat for Rockford Sportscore's events. Comfortable for short term "between homes” nesting. EZ access to I-90 for the getaways to Chicago, Madison or Milwaukee. Convenient to Shopping, Dining & Medical. Close to the 173 Corridor or 15 minutes to the State Street Corridor. Minutes from Beloit WI & Beloit College. 2 Bedrooms: Comfy Queen Bed & Cozy Full Size Bed. Inviting covered outdoor living space with stunning ambience
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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The price is $115
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check-out is 10am. Late check out may be available (additional fee applies) Disconnect your streaming connections Remove all your perishable items in Refrigerator
Wash Used Dishes - they can be left on the drying pad Leave the cottage in similar condition to when you arrived Place all garbage in the trash can
Please text me when you are checking out Safe Travels Home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Early check-in or late check-out may be available. Text me when you have checked in. Notify me if anything is not working or if something gets broken.
No Smoking/Vaping. No Pets. Violation subject to expulsion with No Refund. Requires Proof of Registration for Service Animals with Add'l Cleaning Fee
DO NOT flush feminine sanitary products or baby wipes into the toilet.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Machesney Park, close to Rock Cut State Park, Anderson Japanese Gardens, and Rivets Stadium. You'll also find Burpee Museum of Natural History and Discovery Center Museum nearby.

Is there parking available at Charming Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Charming Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Charming Cottage?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Charming Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford), which is 11.4 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Charming Cottage?

Yes, every cottage at Charming Cottage comes with a patio.

Charming Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace U.

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

Spectacular Stay!!!

I highly recommend this property, it was clean, cute, wonderfully decorated, every last little touch was spectacular. My mom and I so enjoyed our stay here, I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

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

Great place

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely place to hang out between our busy visit. We loved lounging on the cozy patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary h.

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

Very nice place

The host was so wonderful all our needs were met very nice place to stay quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Cute cottage!

Very nicely decorated cottage , would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely cottage

Very well appointed cottage with comfortable bed. Stayed there for a local wedding and would happily stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was beautiful. In a very safe neighborhood and easy accessible. Great little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had a bunch of extras to make it feel like home, great place. I’m sure we’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very cozy. It was sunny enough one day that we were able to enjoy the deck :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

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

Charming Is An Excellent Description

Beautiful little home, perfect for the two of us. Lovely seating area outside. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth P.

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

Family reunion

Excellent location, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little home, nicely decorated. Loved the patio. The host thought of everything you need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the outdoor spaces! Indoors was lovely and comfortable! Great place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cristie D.

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

Great place to stay.

This was a wonderful place for a short stay. The only issues we encountered were one stained sheet that was on the queen bed., the mattress in the main bedroom was too soft, and the mattress in the spare bedroom was too hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

José Enrique Hernández

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very quiet and comfortable place and clean. Love this cottage
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was so.pretty! Very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything you would need. Loved the out door patio area. So pretty!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

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

Amazing! Cute and cozy!

We had a super simple check in process and the place was very clean upon arrival. It was the perfect little stay for our group of friends and awesome that she was always available to answer if we had any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C.

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

Family 2025 Visit

We were happy to have available in this rental everything we needed for visit with our mother and have the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Usually when we make this annual trip we stay at a Home2. This year, we opted for this adorable cottage and I am so glad we did. It was just as described and perfect for us to spend our days while visiting family. The outdoor seating area is perfect for summer evenings. We will return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby P.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay, tiny but we didn’t need much room. It was clean and host was quick to reply. It is not very toddler friendly but that is not a negative necessarily just something to keep in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

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

Cute Cottage

This cottage is decorated beautifully and was well equipped with everything we could need for our stay. It has a great outdoor area.The host is very responsive. I would definitely recommend this as a great place to stay in the Rockford area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Cozy cottage

We had a wonderful stay! There for 5 night. Clean, comfortable & loved the decor. We would absolutely recommend this place & come back again. Had everything you would need! The owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Great stay!

This is a clean, cute and well kept property! I have had unpleasant surprises with stays before. Happy to report this was stellar. It is a small house. It was perfect as a hotel replacement. I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Like being at home

Had a wonderful stay at this cute cottage. Convenient to everything and quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed sitting in sun on side deck and had all the conveniences of home. Would definitely stay here again.And Owner was very pleasant to work withOwner very respn
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty H.

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

Wakeboarding road trip

This home is charming and welcoming. Great location for exploring the area. In a nice quiet neighborhood. The host is an absolute dream to work with and communicated with us whenever the need arose. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will definitely stay here again if we are in the area. Highly recommend this home for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024