Walk to downtown Burlington's charming shops, restaurants, and bars from this stylishly decorated 1950s ranch. With its retro decor and modern appliances in the well-appointed kitchen, you'll feel at home while enjoying outdoor spaces like the covered patio or exploring nearby recreational activities year-round.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House
Stylishly decorated and perfectly maintained 1950s ranch with everything you need to feel at home. NEW: NO CLEANING FEES. Three bedrooms, 4 luxurious beds, (king queen and 2 twins) , queen sofa sleeper just added for 2 extra guests (even the unexpected),1.5 bathrooms, well appointed cooks kitchen with modern appliances and retro decor. You’ll feel like your visiting your very cool grandparents’ house. Lots to look at and talk about as you explore the decor of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Wedding Guest?? We are walking distance from Veterans Terrace and The Mercantile. The 1841 Barn is 2 miles away. Burlington is a charming exurban city surrounded by recreational and farm land. Unique downtown shops are steps away. Antiquing and thrifting as well as gourmet groceries are all within the city limits. Walk to downtown, restaurants, shops and bars, 50 steps to the river walk, yard and covered patio spaces to enjoy outdoors. Loads of outdoor recreational activities year round. We are close to state trails, 3 ski hills, concert venues, two rivers and dozens of lakes. Lake Geneva is 10 mins away, Milwaukee is 45 mins and Chicago 90 mins with 2 options for train transport to avoid traffic. Perfect for a getaway with girlfriends, family or couples.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
On a lake
On a river
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave the beds turned down so I know which you used (no need to strip them). Please put the used towels in the half bath hamper or laundry area in basement.
Please put furniture back in its place and put away any household items you may have used where you found them.
I do not get upset over clean dishes left to dry, but please wash them yourself. Please wash the coffee maker if you use it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Six guests are included in the base rental price. Guests 7-8 can be selected at time of booking.
ATTENDING A WEDDING?
If you need to bring an unexpected guest to the rental after a party WE APPROVE. We will add the charge later. $35/linnen fee
You must let us know about the guest(s) via call or text and we will add $25 per guest per night. If you do not we will charge the fee plus a fine
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Not for toddlers but children and teens will enjoy
Events
No events 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Burlington, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort and Hawks View Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bong State Recreation Area and Silver Lake Bog State Natural Area. Logic Puzzle Museum and Green Meadows Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Burlington travel guide
Is Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House located?
Located in the heart of Burlington, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Echo Veterans Memorial Park, Logic Puzzle Museum and Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum. Bushnell Park and Aurora Medical Center Burlington are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Nostalgic Retro Rectory Ranch House Reviews
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Great stay in a quaint home! Clean, easy access, well stocked kitchen, comfy beds. Donna had great communication. This home worked great for our girls gathering!
We loved the fun kitchy house! Very clean,quiet and close to the wedding venue we were heading to. The best part was the scavenger hunt!! 5 adults trying to find fun stuff listed in the house book.
This charming house was very clean and all of our accommodations were wonderful. We attended a wedding at Mercantile Hall just a few blocks away, so the location was perfect. It was walking distance to everything downtown: breakfast, dinner, bars, wedding hall, coffee shops. Our group of 4 was very comfortable but there was plenty of room for a couple more. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this house!
This property was the perfect place for my daughter's wedding party. The directions were clear and the check-in process was easy. The house was comfy, and I loved the retro decor. The host was accommodating when there was a change in the number of guests.
Very clean and adequately stocked for even for a family of 8. Close proximity to what you need and for the Mercantile for a wedding. Owner is very easy to get a hold of and communicates quickly. Thank you!!
Donna is a wonderful host and the house was fantastic! Perfect location and just right for our group of 5…we were close to Lake Geneva for walking the shore line and other activities and we were able to go on a great bike ride right from the house. Next time we will definitely bring our kayaks and check out the Fox River. Thanks for your hospitality!
The house was clean and comfortable. This was a first time doing this for me. I have some walking insecurity so an outside hand rail at the steps would have been helpful. The beds and bath facilities were fine for our needs. Others had left condiments in the fridge which was great and we liked the thoughtful extra packaged goods in the cupboards also, even if we didn't use them.
We were attending an event at the nearby State Recreation Area (VRBO won’t let me actually include the name, IYKYK) but didn’t want to stay in a hotel in Kenosha. This location was perfect - less than 15 minutes away - and the accommodations were quiet and very comfortable. The house has a very retro vibe, most of us grew up in the 70s and 80s and felt right at home. Host Donna had clear instructions and responded quickly to all of our questions.
Highly recommended.
This was an amazing stay for my wife and close friends. The host was incredibly polite and communicated exceptionally well. Can’t say enough good things about this property and its owner. If you find yourself in or around Burlington, this property will feel much more comfortable and home-y than any hotel in the area.
We absolutely loved our stay at the Retro Rectory! The entire house was spotless, fully functional, and thoughtfully decorated. The young adults in our group were thoroughly entertained by the vinyls in the music room. Donna was super accommodating and let us know the day of that the house was ready for us and we were free to come early. Great neighborhood with walking path along the river, shops, and park nearby. Would stay again without a doubt!
Julie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
20 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique retro decor, on a quit street. It was easy to get to and had restaurants and stores nearby. Donna was easy to work with, communicated great and the house was clean cozy.
Quaint property located very close to the wedding venue of my niece. Beds comfortable. Communication with owner was excellent. She also allowed early check-in.
Cute house! Perfect size for four of us. Clean & well stocked with dishes, utensils, towels, etc. Great location for walking! Donna was a great host and a pleasure to interact with.
Great house and very convenient to walk to downtown establishments. The scavenger hunt was fun, I think I found them all. :) I would definitely recommend to friends.
Like staying at a grandparents place :)
Very welcoming and clean with so much character. The great location meant we didn’t need to drive anywhere. Nice walk to breakfast, ice cream, dinner, theater and trails.