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Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House

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A traditional house with a garden, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a piano.
A stone pathway leading to a house with a green door, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.
An outdoor stone fireplace with a fire, surrounded by greenery and a brick building in the background.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a refrigerator, oven, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Glen Ellyn, IL
  • Place, Bowlero Glendale Heights
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wheaton College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Billy Graham Center Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom #1 (Downstairs Primary)

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2 (Upstairs Primary)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3 (Upstairs)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #4 (Upstairs)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #5 (Upstairs)

1 Single Bed

Bedroom #6 (Carriage House) / Optional

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #3 (Private)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom #4 (Semi-Private)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom #5 (First Floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Carriage House Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Primary Bath (Downstairs)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bath (Upstairs)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House

Stay in a historic 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath Main House in downtown Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The Main House accommodates up to 11 guests. A maximum of 14 requires the separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath Carriage House to be available and booked separately—it is not included in the base Main House reservation. Please send a booking inquiry before reserving if you would like to add it.

The Dibble Estate is a designated historical landmark within Glen Ellyn’s historic district. Built in 1914 in a Spanish Mediterranean style, it features cream-colored stucco, a classic red-tile roof, and a rich connection to the village’s early history.

The home is designed for large or multiple families: generous gathering spaces are balanced with plenty of quieter corners. The kitchen’s large island is ideal for cooking and connecting. The living room’s vintage furnishings, grand piano, and fireplace invite conversation, music, and the occasional dramatic entrance. Outside, the lush garden and patio were once featured on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens.

The separately listed Carriage House can sometimes be combined with the Main House reservation. Availability and pricing vary by dates and length of stay and must be confirmed before booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please provide ages for best accommodations.

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

All events must be approved before booking.

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Prior approval; non-shedding dogs, 40 lbs max.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Leave used beds unstripped and place used towels in a bathtub or shower.

Return moved furniture, close windows, and leave the thermostats as they are.

Place household trash in the outdoor bins beside the garage; keep extra bags inside the garage.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Up to four vehicles are allowed in the driveway. Additional vehicles staying or visiting the property must be approved before hand.

Any outside vendors or service providers must be approved and hold valid insurance coverage.

Any damage to the property outside of the purchased coverage must be covered by the renter.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4183930vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: All events must be approved before booking.
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

About the area

Glen Ellyn

Located in Glen Ellyn, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Oakbrook Center Mall and Woodfield Mall. DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds and Addison Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Glen Ellyn, IL

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Glendale Heights - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Wheaton College - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Billy Graham Center Museum - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Lilacia Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • College of Dupage - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Glen Ellyn Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Nay Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Pub - Glen Ellyn - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House located?

Located in the heart of Glen Ellyn, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wheaton College, Adventist GlenOaks Hospital and Billy Graham Center Museum. French Market and Dupage County Historical Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). Glen Ellyn Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is all you would hope for in a historic home.Our family of 11 was perfectly comfortable, with enough space for us all to gather.Our grandkids played in the yard, and we had a nice fire in the fire pit with s'mores for all. Bob was a wonderful and attentive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Bob was wonderfully hospitable and helpful. Our family stayed in their historic home and enjoyed it thoroughly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was super responsive and accommodations were exactly what we needed for our large family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t say enough good things about our stay at this location. It felt like we were in the middle of Italy, house was clean and felt like home. The house had plenty of room for the 12 of us to hang out and sleep, the kitchen/eating area and the outside by the fire pit were a hit. There was plenty of laughs and memories made. Bob was GREAT responding to our questions, and recommended great places to visit while there, he even had a coffee pot delivered to us within 15 min. I highly recommend this place, it’s in a great area, plenty of parking and a huge place to hang out. We appreciate everything and would definetly stay here if we come back.Manny
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice home and well-run rental experience. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing! We hosted friends from all over the country for a reunion and it could not have been more perfect for our group. We particularly enjoyed the outdoor fireplace, the kitchen and gathering spaces. All of the beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were lovely . Bob, the owner, was great and responsive to all our needs. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious house that was a perfect blend of historic old and modern updates that made it quite comfortable and enjoyable! Bob was wonderful with communication and the whole experience was smooth and stress free
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled to Glen Ellen for our son’s wedding. The property was perfectly suited to hosting the groomsmen the morning of the wedding and an open house brunch the day after. Bob was great, responded to any issues quickly and was committed to making our family feeling welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredibly beautiful property for our wedding weekend

Thank you for a wonderful weekend in Glen Ellyn, Bob! My wife and I got married at the Morton Arboretum and wanted a place to stay with our bridal parties. Bob’s beautiful home served as the PERFECT location to get ready and rest all weekend. The house truly feels magical, and we still have family and friends commenting on how beautiful the home was. We highly recommend booking for anyone who needs a place to stay with a larger party!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our extended family

We stayed four nights with our kids and grandkids. It was the perfect house for our family with ample room, a great location and wonderful historic features. It is a beautiful home, nestled in the historic district of charming Glen Ellyn, close to the Lake Ellen Park as well as downtown Glen Ellyn. Cold weather and rain prevented us from being able to use the cozy patio, firepit and huge outdoor fireplace, but would be a great added benefit when the weather is right. Bob the host was very attentive and super responsive to all of our questions. Truly a terrific long weekend all around!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay in a unique and historical Glen Ellyn home

My family loved our stay at Bob's home. In the description, he mentions that he loves for people to stay here and that definitely shines through in the overall experience. Whether it was the easy communication with Bob throughout or the numerous amenities, he made us feel very welcome. Unlike other rentals we have stayed in that are vacation properties, this felt more like we were staying at the home of a friend. All the rooms were comfortable and we had everything we could possible need. We hosted a large dinner with family from the area and everyone raved about this home. The location was excellent for walking to the park/lake and to downtown. We were sad to leave but will definitely be using this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is excellent in a lot of aspects. Firstly, it is aesthetically beautiful, the decor is very homely and inviting, and most rooms have attached bathrooms with them, which makes it easy to have a gathering of large groups of people without compromising on privacy. The outdoor setting is beautiful and cozy as well. The property is also historic, so great for hosting events and photos for any big events. The host was very welcoming, understanding and communicative. The instructions for entry and checkout were good, but would suggest any future guests to look it up on a larger screen, rather than on the phone. We enjoyed the stay immensely and tried to use all the great things that the property has to offer. From playing the piano, to enjoying bonfires and drinks outside, and everything in between. A complete hoot.The street parking is an issue, we got a parking ticket at 5:12 AM even though the guest parked the car at 5 AM and not overnight. But that is more on the city and their laws, but something that future guests can be aware of.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thanks Rajat! Enjoyed having you and your guests and super lame about the ticket! Some cop was real bored for that one. Hopefully wasn’t an issue dealing with! But helpful to know. Again thanks and happy to host anytime back in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with a spacious outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was easy to communicate with and helped the stay go smoothly.Beautiful home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Beautiful home with interesting furnishings and displays. Very comfortable for a family gathering. Be aware that there are several steps up from the back entrance to the main floor. Our guests all commented on the delightful showers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Bob Davidson

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Guess what? I'm not a management company!

I actually love it when people get to stay in this home. I may be a smidge biased, but it is my favorite home in Glen Ellyn after all (a true statement long before becoming the homeowner)!

And fortunately for you, my kids have "graduated" from home life and I have plenty of travel opportunities. So, rather than the home and/or carriage house sitting empty, I would love the opportunity to host you!

Why they chose this property

Glen Ellyn is the quintessential "charming village" in the Chicagoland area. The vibrant local downtown blends small-town warmth with big-city amenities. Directly west of Chicago, Glen Ellyn offers a picturesque setting with tree-lined streets, historic architecture, a bustling shopping and foodie scene, and a welcoming community atmosphere that's hard to find elsewhere.

Glen Ellyn is known for diverse historic architecture as the village expanded with a local rule that similar architectural style cannot be replicated on the same block. And it is now known for some of the best local restaurants outside of the city itself.

In fact, the popular local corner cafe, Blackberry Market, that anchors the downtown area is owned by yours truly!

What makes this property unique

The "Dibble Estate", as it is locally referred to, is one of the most unique homes in town. It still sits on two parcels and is one of the only homes in town that features a Mediterranean revival style wrapped in a beautiful stucco and with an old world red clay tile roof.

The property is also one of the very few homes in town to be "grandfathered-in" with a fully equipped carriage house, which is now a spacious 1 bedroom apartment.

With all of this said, one of the most memorable elements of the estate is the European inspired patio and landscaping, which was once featured on the cover of Better Homes and Gardens and is perfect for entertaining or finding that much needed respite.
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