Charming 4 Bedroom home in the heart of Elgin
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About this property
Near everything you want to visit.A short walk to:- Train station- Bus station- Casino- Historical Hemmen's Auditorium- Numerous good restaurants- Much more!This house is welcoming with class and charm, containing 4 large bedrooms (one very...
Location
Elgin is home to this vacation home. St. Charles Heritage Center and Camp Kane and Beith House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Highlands of Elgin and Villa Olivia Country Club. Consider Goebbert's Farm for a night out or Hemmens Cultural Center if you're traveling with kids.
Refrigerator
Coffee/Tea maker
TV
Microwave
Towels
Highchairs
Guest reviews of Charming 4 Bedroom home in the heart of Elgin
9.8
Exceptional
Based on 156 verified reviews
What guests think
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Charming 4 Bedroom home in the heart of Elgin is praised for spacious, clean rooms, historic charm, a fun game room, and a convenient location, though train noise and many stairs can challenge light sleepers and mobility-limited guests.
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Charming 4 Bedroom home in the heart of Elgin is praised for spacious, clean rooms, historic charm, a fun game room, and a convenient location, though train noise and many stairs can challenge light sleepers and mobility-limited guests.
Many guests describe the host as responsive and helpful. White noise machines and earplugs are provided to soften train sounds, with mixed results. Overall, it suits families and groups seeking a comfortable home setting.
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Facilities
Guests repeatedly highlight a well-stocked kitchen and a popular game room. Driveway parking can be tight, but street parking is ample, and white noise machines and earplugs are provided for nearby train sounds.
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Theresa F.
2 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved everything about this house. There are a lot of stairs, but it is so spacious and so well appointed. The host has thought of everything. Lots of night lights so you're not fumbling around in the dark. We were a group of senior citizens and we were all extremely comfortable. Our host was wonderful to work with. Any questions we had were answered promptly. He also gave us recommendations for restaurants nearby for breakfast. We were visiting family in the area. We would definitely come back and stay in this house again. Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone.
We loved everything about this house. There are a lot of stairs, but it is so spacious and so well appointed. The host has thought of everything. Lots of night lights so you're not fumbling around in the dark. We were a group of senior citizens and we were all extremely comfortable. Our host was wonderful to work with. Any questions we had were answered promptly. He also gave us recommendations for restaurants nearby for breakfast. We were visiting family in the area. We would definitely come back and stay in this house again. Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone.
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genevieve n.
16 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
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Denise A.
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
10
Kristine K.
23 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
10
Sena L.
11 Dec 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
10
Sandra D.
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
10
Paul P.
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
10
Heather M.
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Love this place! Our daughter plays basketball at a local college that is close by. We love this house, it’s a perfect set up for the team. The game room in the basement is great for college kids.
Love this place! Our daughter plays basketball at a local college that is close by. We love this house, it’s a perfect set up for the team. The game room in the basement is great for college kids.
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Dorian R.
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
10
Jason S.
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a high school friends getaway. House was perfect for hanging out and close to areas we wanted to travel. Couldn’t be happier with the choice to stay here.
Had a high school friends getaway. House was perfect for hanging out and close to areas we wanted to travel. Couldn’t be happier with the choice to stay here.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find the home very clean, though a few note maintenance or housekeeping lapses like missed trash, minor repairs, or surface debris.
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Ashley O.
2 May 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
10
Andrew K.
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
10
Jenifer V.
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean, great space, will definitely stay again when in Elgin!
Very clean, great space, will definitely stay again when in Elgin!
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Carissa S.
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great time during our stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and made for a fun getaway with friends. We especially enjoyed the game and movie nights—it was a perfect space to relax and hang out.That said, there were a few maintenance issues worth noting:The king bed upstairs had bent supports, which made us a little nervous, though it held up fine during our stay.There’s a cracked window on the patio near the living room and a large crack in the wall going upstairs.A small hole in the floor by the dining room desk and a stuck yellow lock on the back door (by the trash bins) also stood out.Some of the board games had mixed-up pieces, though we took the time to sort a few of them.None of these issues took away from the overall experience—we still had a fantastic time and would definitely consider staying here again!
We had a great time during our stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and made for a fun getaway with friends. We especially enjoyed the game and movie nights—it was a perfect space to relax and hang out.That said, there were a few maintenance issues worth noting:The king bed upstairs had bent supports, which made us a little nervous, though it held up fine during our stay.There’s a cracked window on the patio near the living room and a large crack in the wall going upstairs.A small hole in the floor by the dining room desk and a stuck yellow lock on the back door (by the trash bins) also stood out.Some of the board games had mixed-up pieces, though we took the time to sort a few of them.None of these issues took away from the overall experience—we still had a fantastic time and would definitely consider staying here again!
10
Kristine K.
23 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
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Deb W.
27 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, very spacious property. Salt stains, salt and pine tree needles on hardwood main floor and in master bed. First night, downstairs bedroom, At 1:00am startled awake by loud noise in downstairs hall. Had to unplug humidifier, checked reservoir there was no water. Hair & lint on otherwise clean pillow cases downstairs bed. Downstairs shower -water temp not warm enough for comfortable shower. Garbage cans in kitchen & downstairs bathrooms not emptied. Smoke alarm w/no batteries lying on sofa table downstairs. Once these items are addressed will be a great rental!
Great location, very spacious property. Salt stains, salt and pine tree needles on hardwood main floor and in master bed. First night, downstairs bedroom, At 1:00am startled awake by loud noise in downstairs hall. Had to unplug humidifier, checked reservoir there was no water. Hair & lint on otherwise clean pillow cases downstairs bed. Downstairs shower -water temp not warm enough for comfortable shower. Garbage cans in kitchen & downstairs bathrooms not emptied. Smoke alarm w/no batteries lying on sofa table downstairs. Once these items are addressed will be a great rental!
10
Sena L.
11 Dec 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
10
Sandra D.
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
8
Dorian R.
5 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
10
Ashley H.
14 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Loved this home! Very cool original woodwork, with tasteful and comfortable upgrades. Very clean and spacious. Would absolutely recommend!
Loved this home! Very cool original woodwork, with tasteful and comfortable upgrades. Very clean and spacious. Would absolutely recommend!
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Rooms
Spacious layouts and comfortable beds in a charming historic home are praised, but several guests report significant train noise at night.
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Ashley O.
2 May 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
10
Stoney B.
16 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful house near the Metra Train.
Beautiful house near the Metra Train.
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Jenifer V.
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean, great space, will definitely stay again when in Elgin!
Very clean, great space, will definitely stay again when in Elgin!
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kyrin m.
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Cute older house with nice details. Will definitely stay again when visiting family. Lots of stairs.
Cute older house with nice details. Will definitely stay again when visiting family. Lots of stairs.
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genevieve n.
16 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
10
Geoff G.
7 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My wife and I rented the home with my brother, mother, and two of my children. We had plenty of space and the house was very nice. We were there too short a time to use the kitchen or game room, but we really felt the house was great. The only caveat I would give is if you have a family member who is mobility challenged, this house may not be a good fit. My mother broke her hip two months prior to our rental, and the stairs coming up to the entrance and from the basement made for a challenging experience. No fault of the owner, just an observation for those who may be in similar circumstances. Thanks for having us!
My wife and I rented the home with my brother, mother, and two of my children. We had plenty of space and the house was very nice. We were there too short a time to use the kitchen or game room, but we really felt the house was great. The only caveat I would give is if you have a family member who is mobility challenged, this house may not be a good fit. My mother broke her hip two months prior to our rental, and the stairs coming up to the entrance and from the basement made for a challenging experience. No fault of the owner, just an observation for those who may be in similar circumstances. Thanks for having us!
10
Sandra D.
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
10
Paul P.
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
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Jennifer R.
13 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The layout was perfect for everyone to be together, but yet also be able to sneak away and be by oneself when needed. It was perfect.
The layout was perfect for everyone to be together, but yet also be able to sneak away and be by oneself when needed. It was perfect.
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Ashley H.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this home! Very cool original woodwork, with tasteful and comfortable upgrades. Very clean and spacious. Would absolutely recommend!
Loved this home! Very cool original woodwork, with tasteful and comfortable upgrades. Very clean and spacious. Would absolutely recommend!
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Service
The host is consistently responsive, helpful, and accommodating; one guest found platform messaging cumbersome.
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Andrew K.
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
10
Theresa F.
2 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved everything about this house. There are a lot of stairs, but it is so spacious and so well appointed. The host has thought of everything. Lots of night lights so you're not fumbling around in the dark. We were a group of senior citizens and we were all extremely comfortable. Our host was wonderful to work with. Any questions we had were answered promptly. He also gave us recommendations for restaurants nearby for breakfast. We were visiting family in the area. We would definitely come back and stay in this house again. Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone.
We loved everything about this house. There are a lot of stairs, but it is so spacious and so well appointed. The host has thought of everything. Lots of night lights so you're not fumbling around in the dark. We were a group of senior citizens and we were all extremely comfortable. Our host was wonderful to work with. Any questions we had were answered promptly. He also gave us recommendations for restaurants nearby for breakfast. We were visiting family in the area. We would definitely come back and stay in this house again. Plenty of comfortable seating for everyone.
10
Sergio D.
30 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Very smooth interactions and stay with the property. I would definitely recommend to anyone thinking about renting this place! Great host as well!
Very smooth interactions and stay with the property. I would definitely recommend to anyone thinking about renting this place! Great host as well!
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Nancy S.
17 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We choose this location for our friends to gather for our daughter’s wedding. We had about of any issue with plumbing problems, but Caleb help accommodate us the best he could.
We choose this location for our friends to gather for our daughter’s wedding. We had about of any issue with plumbing problems, but Caleb help accommodate us the best he could.
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Denise A.
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
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Kristine K.
23 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
Was in town for a family event as a family group of 8….it was perfectly spacious for our entire group! Clean and had everything to make you feel right at home, including a great little game room equipped with a pool table, dartboard and other games. Host was very responsive and helpful everytime I reached out. Highly recommend if you need a place to stay, you check out Caleb’s place!
10
Sena L.
11 Dec 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
The property lined up with the listed images and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment and utensils, there were extra towels and blankets available as well. The home is very spacious with lots of room both on lounge chairs as well as tables for eating. The host was responsive with any messages or questions we had. Highly recommend!
10
Paul P.
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
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Dorian R.
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
The place was really nice and charming. All of my guests had a good time and everything I needed was there. Some features of the interior could use some general maintenance or replacement (drawers, vents, light switches, etc — small details like that that could eventually inconvenience you in some way), as it was impossible to tell if some things were already like that or if it was us who left it like that. The house has a cool vibe to it, old architecture style, décor, and very cozy. The host has taken great care of providing us with anything we would need - earplugs, sheets, plates, you name it. The neighborhood is a little sketch but everything went well during our stay! Caleb has been a very accommodating host, and even though I have not tried contacting him through his phone, it has been a bit challenging to do so here on Vrbo.
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Sergio D.
19 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Second time renting the property and was definitely satisfied with my stay! Great property and managed!
Second time renting the property and was definitely satisfied with my stay! Great property and managed!
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Location
Walkable to downtown Elgin and venues, and close to Metra and mass transit. Several note frequent passing trains, and a few were initially unsure about the area but felt safe.
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Ashley O.
2 May 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
The house was clean and felt very homey. The only downfall is that it is right across from the railroad tracks and several trains go by throughout the night.
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Stoney B.
16 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful house near the Metra Train.
Beautiful house near the Metra Train.
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Andrew K.
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
Caleb’s home was a fantastic place to stay for a family wedding weekend in Elgin. The home was comfortable, clean, convenient to everything that downtown Elgin has to offer and made our time in the area that much more wonderful. We’ll certainly look to stay again the next time there’s a gathering in the area.
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Joseph K.
11 Sept 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wonderful house and property. Close to Chicago's mass transit so you can visit the ciity easily.
Wonderful house and property. Close to Chicago's mass transit so you can visit the ciity easily.
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Christian H.
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 21 nights
as described great location for us
as described great location for us
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genevieve n.
16 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
Beautiful old craftsman home that we thoroughly enjoyed. Our kids loved the game room. The beds were very comfortable. The only down side were trains going through Elgin at 5am. The host provided white noise machines which was a lovely touch but it doesn’t help much with the train horns. Other than that we loved the home!
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Denise A.
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
We traveled to Elgin the weekend of July 4th to celebrate my son's wedding, being held at The Highland Loft. This was the PERFECT spot. It was 10 minute walk to the venue, as well as downtown Elgin bars, coffee shops and restaurants. We drove into town, and the property had enough space for 2 cars in the driveway. There was ample street parking around the house, plus a very nice public parking lot about 4 blocks away. We had grocery shopping to do, and there are loads places within close driving distance. The house is gorgeous with so much wood and leaded glass windows -- it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the amenities we've come to expect. It was a very hot weekend, but the air conditioning worked great and the numerous ceiling fans made it very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, as did the 2.5 bathrooms. Caleb was very responsive to our questions, before and during our trip, and we would definitely stay here again if traveling to Elgin.
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Sandra D.
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
We were totally enchanted with this older modernized home. The woodwork throughout the home was beautiful. They just don’t build houses like this anymore. Large spacious rooms. Beautiful sun room. Game room in the basement. Nice kitchen. Comfortable beds. Nice outdoor patio. Near the river walk. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank You!
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Paul P.
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
Nice property, big rooms. As noted in earlier reviews there are some steep steps so if mobility is a problem this might not be for you. 2 block walk from the downtown area where families were biking and playing so neighborhood seemed safe after we were initially unsure. Lots of good restaurants close. The parking spot is tight so if you have a large vehicle you may have to park in the street but there was ample of that. Overall we were very happy with our stay. Host is great and will respond to your questions quickly. There is a train that goes by at night but white noise machines help a lot with that. We will defiantly stay again if in the area.
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Laura C.
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was great. We loved the location and hoped to stay in the future again.
The property was great. We loved the location and hoped to stay in the future again.
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Miguel J.
15 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This Listing was, everything advertised and moreee!! Definitely would recommend it was super clean and Nice and in a great area
This Listing was, everything advertised and moreee!! Definitely would recommend it was super clean and Nice and in a great area
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Allissa R.
28 Mar 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very accommodating, early check in
Very accommodating, early check in
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Caleb G.
23 Mar 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great value property! 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and very spacious overall.
Great value property! 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and very spacious overall.
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Paul B.
15 Mar 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and nice,
Clean and nice,
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David K.
24 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Precious and quaint house near downtown, which gave it a cool vibe. Has a well-stocked kitchen. We got to meet the housekeepers, and they were sweet and helpful
Precious and quaint house near downtown, which gave it a cool vibe. Has a well-stocked kitchen. We got to meet the housekeepers, and they were sweet and helpful
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Check-in from 15:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Charming 4 Bedroom home in the heart of Elgin
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets are allowed at this property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Elgin, Illinois, near local landmarks such as St. Charles Heritage Center, Camp Kane, and Beith House Museum. It is also close to The Highlands of Elgin, Villa Olivia Country Club, and various restaurants.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are permitted at the property, specifically ages 0-17.
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