10/10 Excellent
Ewa W.
15 May 2025
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Ewa W.
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Entire home
20-acre Private Family Farmhouse with Event Barn, Private Fishing Pond, and Pool
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 15
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Marengo, IL
- Woodstock Square21 min drive
- McHenry County Fairgrounds24 min drive
- Geneva Lake39 min drive
- Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Office 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
About this property
20-acre Private Family Farmhouse with Event Barn, Private Fishing Pond, and Pool
This property is perfect for family getaways, family reunions, staff retreats, or special family events like weddings, baptisms, or birthdays- just 1 hour from Chicago! The house is situated at the highest point in McHenry county with beautiful view of a private pond and rolling hills. The house can accommodate multiple families comfortably. The downstairs living room has a large screen tv and the house is equipped with excellent wifi. The event barn includes an outdoor kitchen, 10 picnic benches, and outdoor lighting perfect for special family events. The pond has an outdoor fireplace that can be used for bonfires and s'mores. Beautiful nature trails surround the private pond, and a small paddle boat is available for guests to use. The property is 12 minutes from historic Woodstock square and a 20 minute drive to Lake Geneva.
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Amenities
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have equipment for special events- inquire
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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: 49
Note from host: We have equipment for special events- inquire
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
Marengo
Marengo is home to this holiday home. Emricson Park and H.U.M. Trailhead reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Illinois Railway Museum and Donley's Wild West Town.
Marengo, IL
What's nearby
- Woodstock Square - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
- McHenry County Fairgrounds - 24 min drive - 18.8 km
- Bull Valley Golf Club - 27 min drive - 21.3 km
- Geneva Lake - 39 min drive - 40.4 km
- Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 57 min drive - 59.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Cafe 20 - 10 min drive
- Joe's Place - 11 min drive
- Flatlander Market - 8 min drive
- Mr Freeze - 10 min drive
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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