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Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm

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Exterior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm

Welcome to Wind Ridge Herb Farm. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful historic, Victorian farm. Just minutes from Rockford, Machesney Park and Beloit, the guesthouse is ideal for couples, friends, families or professionals seeking safe, private and quiet accommodations. Conveniently located near I90, Pierce Lake and Rock Cut State Park, great golf courses and biking, restaurants and shopping, Anderson Japanese Gardens, Nicholas Conservatory and Hard Rock Casino are all nearby. If interested, guests are welcome to learn about our growing operation and can also visit many of the farm animals.

Property manager

Tony Fiorenza

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,072 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

At Wind Ridge Herb Farm
Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm Caledonia
Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Caledonia, IL

What's nearby

  • Rock Cut State Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Rockford Casino - 16 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
  • BMO Harris Bank Center - 24 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Station - 26 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rascals Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of McEachran Homestead Winery, Hickory Knolls Golf Range and Mini Putt, and Rock Cut State Park. Hawes Park and Hononegah Forest Preserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Country Guesthouse at Wind Ridge Herb Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Peaceful Gem!
We truly enjoyed our stay. It felt like we went back in time to this charming guest house on a beautiful farm! Thank you Tony for being a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
We had a lovely time at this peaceful retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Lovely farmhouse surrounded by beautiful gardens and verdant rolling farmland
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 time staying
As usual it is just a wonderful place to stay and relax
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Nice house with great hosts. Warm and welcoming and had good recommendations for the area. Beautiful, semi-private outdoor space. Be prepared for spiders because it is in the country. But overall, cleanliness was good for the living and bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm guesthouse
Nice farm guesthouse. Great communication from the time the reservation was placed until we checked out. Thank you, Tony and Liz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nicely renovated little century old farm house. Cozy, clean, and quiet. The location was perfect for visiting relatives in the Roscoe area. The property is so beautifully kept with lovely views of the bucolic landscape and the owners are a delight. If we are in that area again this will be the first place I look for to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad G., Tempe, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, close excellent communication with Vince
Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

patti s.

Nice stay in the country!
We had a nice stay here! Very cozy and Tony and Liz were very welcoming. Tony took time out of his day to take us and the kids around to visit the animals and tell us about their herb business and the volunteer work they do with the animals. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Tony and Liz.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Winnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful stay!
This was our second time staying in the guest house at Wind Ridge Herb Farm, and we enjoyed it just as much as the first! The farm is beautiful, and Tony and Liz are amazing hosts! They are so kind, friendly, and welcoming, and once again they took the time to share their animals with our children (ages 7 and 3). The kids loved seeing the animals and playing in the gardens around the guest house. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday weekend getaway
We had a little lovely weekend. The house is located on an idealic farm surrounded by beautiful gardens. It was very peaceful and serene. The house was comfortable and met our needs. It was well decorated but not at lot of things we had to worry about our 1.5 year getting into. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Country Setting
We had a very relaxing stay. The weather was perfect to sit outside under the lovely trees. Tony showed us around the farm and the kids loved playing in the yard. Short distance to bike trail and Rockford sights. Madison zoo is only an hour away and free. We also took a day trip to beautiful Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin which was 45 minutes from the farm. We enjoyed our stay very much. The Shanks Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot
We loved our stay at the farm! The hosts could not have been more welcoming. My daughter loved meeting the animals. The house is cozy and comfortable. It was very hot when we visited but the air conditioning kept up. We loved the location because it was quiet and remote but close enough to be able to go into town for a meal. One thing worth mentioning is that the queen bedroom in the attic was up a steep set of stairs with no banister. It wasn’t an issue for us but it may be for others. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lacrosse Tournament
We were in town for a lacrosse tournament. Hotels were booked so I searched VRBO and found the guest house at Wind Ridge Herb Farm and I'm so glad I did. By far, the most peaceful and quiet accommodation we have ever had, and the house is spacious. We were able to wander around the farm enjoying the gardens and animals in the fields. Tony and Liz were more than happy to give us a tour of their barns and let us meet the farm animals. They were very accommodating and ensured that we had everything we would need or wanted, including breakfast! We would definitely return to the farm in the future. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Water pressure inadequate
The hosts were nice, house cute and location great. The problem we ran into was with water. After we arrived, the host warned us about low water pressure. The water pressure is so low the shower consists of two tiny streams, definitely not enough to get a whole body wet at once. Our last morning, while one of us was showering, water backed up in the toilet. The rest of us went to town to find a bathroom. We won’t return because of what we thought to be inadequate plumbing, annd it’s unfortunate because otherwise, this is a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Hidden Treasure
This was one of the best experiences I've had with Homeaway. This little farmhouse is nestled between farm fields and giant cottonwood trees. We were treated like royalty by our wonderful hosts, Tony and Liz!! They took us for a tour of there beautiful farm. They have rescue miniature ponys, a couple of horses, miniature chickens and ducks and 4 gorgeous golden retrievers! They also grow fresh herbs and sell their organic dips and teas. Awesome!! We spoke with Liz and Tony several times and they were very informative and knowledgeable about the area. The house itself was loaded with antiques, beautifully decorated and very functional. It is an older farmhouse so the water pressure drops when the owners are watering the greenhouse but they let you know in advance. We are a family of 4 and there was plenty of room for us. We slept wonderfully, beds are comfy. There was wifi and we streamed movies without a problem. Really an exceptional experience and we can't wait to return this summer and see all the gardens in full bloom!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Had a fantastic stay - we were very well taken care of and the responsiveness was appreciated 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recent stay
Everything great. Beautiful relaxing , easy access to everything. Host's rec for local restaurants very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and private
Nice and private. Perfect location for our sister get together. Location was petfect to visit our sister that lives in Poplar Grove.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
The property was quiet and cute and the hosts are very kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely fall getaway!
Our family had a wonderful time at Wind Ridge! The property is beautiful, and the location is ideal -- less than 15 minutes from a beautiful state park, an apple orchard, a pumpkin patch, and downtown Rockford (and more, I'm sure!). The farm house is cozy and has everything we needed, and the hosts were wonderful! They were warm and welcoming, and even introduced us to all the animals! I especially recommend this place to folks traveling with small children. Our daughter loved exploring the property and interacting with the animals, and the hosts provided a travel crib, high chair, and stroller! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Farmhouse Stay
Gracious hosts and beautiful property! We had a group of 7 and there was plenty of room. The kids loved the animals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!!
Wonderful property and hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Farm Guesthouse
Thank you Tony and Liz for a very enjoyable stay at your farm. The gardens are beautiful and the guesthouse was everything we hoped it would be. Thank you for the farm tour and the opportunity to meet all the animals! We had a great time!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022