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Rock River Recreation!

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Our deck overlooking the Rock River.
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Welcome to our rental home.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Oregon, IL
  • Castle Rock State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lowden State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • White Pines Forest State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Sterling, IL (SQI-Whiteside County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rock River Recreation!

Perched high atop Castle Rock Bluffs, abutting the Rock River with views for days, this wooded home-site is surrounded by State Park and State Forest. Walking distance to an abundance of trails, the hunting areas of Castle Rock State Park or fishing on the Rock River with a boat launch 1 mile north of the property. Canoe or kayak from Castle Rock Park or sign up for a hosted trip out of Oregon, IL. Many great restaurants, bike trails, and hiking trails nearby.

*** You are required to sign a lease for this property, which will be emailed to you after your reservation is processed, and also to submit a guest registry prior to receiving your door code for accessing the property.

We have a cell phone signal booster, you should get LTE speed data reception on your mobile devices, as well as, Starlink WiFi internet at +50Mbps.

The property is now equipped with a pay per use EV Charger (48A), and a RV electrical and water hookup (additional charge applies).

Property manager

Nicholas Novelle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Suitable for older children only.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping is permitted in the home. If you smoke outside, all cigarette butts must be collected and discarded. Additional fees if not.
No cleaning or dressing/gutting fresh caught fish in the house or on the property, they must be cleaned off-premises if you plan on consuming them.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Oregon

Located in Oregon, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Dixon Memorial Arch and John Deere Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dillehay Park and Rochelle Railroad Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oregon, IL

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Conover Square Mall - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Lowden State Park - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • White Pines Forest State Park - 20 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alfano's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Spring Valley Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hunt Club - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock River Recreation! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rock River Recreation! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rock River Recreation! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rock River Recreation! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Castle Rock State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Village Way Dog Park and Conover Square Mall. White Pines Forest State Park and Lowden State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Girls Weekend

Lovely home equipped with everything for a comfortable stay. Scenic views of the river from the deck. Private and quiet location. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Great location for a family reunion

The house was a relaxing and well-stocked home base for our siblings weekend. The kitchen and dining room were our hub. The bedroom set up worked perfectly for us to all have our own spaces and re appreciated the nice bathrooms. Loved the fire pit and stargazing at night. star gazing at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Cabinesc

We had 4 couples stay. Full kitchen. Nice fire pit. Great view from the deck. We went tubing with a local company as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth L.

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

Th

Our stay was very pleasant but was dismayed at the width of the bathroom doors! I had a stroke in May and need a walker to get around. Needless to say I couldn’t go into either bathroom with my walker. The house was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

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

Spacious Get-away

We really enjoyed our stay. The spacious lot allowed plenty of room for out door activities and games. The deck was good size and the beds were comfortable. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Girls Weekend

Beautiful home on the river with lots of privacy. Saw bald eagles and had a wandering flock of chickens visit daily. Most enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Great house by the river!

The house was exactly as advertised and everything worked great! The instructions were also very thorough and clear!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Girls Weekend

A great stay for a girl’s weekend. Did a float on the Rock River (boat landing only 3 minutes away) and played games on the porch, enjoying the beautiful view and sunset. Kitchen stocked with plenty of towels, knives, bowls, can opener, etc. Would book here again for next summer’s weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Family reunion

Thank you so much for the wonderful home you provided for us! The proteas very clean and comfortable. Beds were amazing! We had plenty of room for 10 adults and 2 babies. We were very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay and had room to have family that lives in town over. Thank you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin L R., Moorestown, NJ

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

Engagement Weekend Celebration

We were visiting Grand Detour to celebrate our sons engagement and were delighted to find this home in Oregon only 10 minutes away from the festivities! The deck overlooking Rock Lake was a wonderful place to start every morning with a cup of coffee and the family room with comfortable and plentiful couches was a relaxing place to unwind after a day on the river. Thanks to Nick for detailed directions from Chicago and his quick response to our thermostat assistance! We appreciated all the amenities this home had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Very comfortable, very relaxing

Rock River Rental is a very clean, comfortable and spacious home. Lots of space for everyone (inside and out) and just about everything you could need to make your stay great. Nick is a great host and was very prompt in responding to all inquiries. Can't say enough about the surrounding area. A few state parks and forests are within a 15 minute drive. The Rock River is just outside the house. Great place to relax and spend some time in nature. Would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Girls Getaway Trip

A truly wonderful place to stay. Home is comfortable and very well kept. Very private with beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great space for 4 couples. Nice amenities and thoughtful conveniences, like bug spray :)

Peaceful property with great amenities. Nice and roomy for larger group. Easy communication with owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drew H.

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

Great trip!

Got away for the weekend with old buddies. Couldn’t of asked for a better location to disconnect over the weekend. Easy to check-in and check-out and any questions about the property were answered promptly by Nick!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place!

Very nice and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clint C., Morrison, Colorado

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

Excellent property and location

This is a very nice home on the river. The beds were incredibly comfortable! The owner is extremely responsive and helpful throughout if you need anything. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Pre-holiday family time

The property is beautiful and the home well maintained. We met to enjoy nature and to do some holiday baking. The setting is everything you could hope for - very peaceful with gorgeous views. The kitchen is very well stocked and a great gathering place. The bathrooms are amazing - especially the showers! Everyone wants to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Great Space!

Had a great time, the property was as advertised and suited our needs perfectly. Would recommend and stay at again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Wonderful location!

We had a wonderful girls weekend. The home is very clean and the property is beautiful with great river views from the deck. Will definitely return!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G., Brookfield, IL

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

Great Family Break

Loved the extra room! Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

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

Perfect for AoP Weekend

Lovely and comfortable property. This was a perfect location for Oregon's Autumn on Parade weekend. It was close to the festival and offered a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. We enjoyed our stay and would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Relaxing Weekend

We were looking for a relaxing getaway, and this was it. Kayaked, enjoyed the wonderful restaurants, spent evenings by the fire pit. Very clean, good communication, and super comfy beds. We would have loved to be able to put our kayaks in at the property but wasn't a bad drive to a launch spot. Beautiful location and loved the cute towns of Oregon and Dixon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P., Charlotte, MI

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

Worth it!!

Very relaxing place during a very stressful and emotional time. Rented for my family to be together during my father's funeral. Would highly recommend also as a great vacation place. I would like to go back with my family to spend more time and explore the area more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Excellent communication and pre trip information

Girls weekend Kayaking on the Rock River . Large house, comfy beds great outdoor space in a rural setting Highly recommend the Rock River for kayaking with White Pelican in Oregon IL too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

relaxing week

Great opportunity for people from the city to get away for a few days. Expansive deck and a lot of air-conditioned space inside when the heat became too much. Check in process was very straightforward, Nick is a very responsive communicator.

About the host

Hosted by Nicholas Novelle

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Rock River Rentals
312-213-7788



What makes this property unique

A 2018 remodel of a stand alone country home on 7 acres of rolling land along the shores of the Rock River. Castle Rock State Park is located across the road.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests