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Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown

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A two-story house with a front porch, a flag, and a well-maintained garden with potted plants and flowers. - Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown (Woodstock)
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a large wooden staircase, and a grand chandelier. - Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown (Woodstock)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table. - Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown (Woodstock)
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a round table with a statue. - Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown (Woodstock)
A covered porch with a wooden bench and wicker furniture, overlooking a well-maintained garden and a road. - Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown (Woodstock)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room at Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown

  • Step back in time with this Victorian pet-friendly home featuring original pocket doors, gorgeous inlaid floors, and sparkling leaded glass windows. You will feel right at home with the comfort of an updated kitchen and baths and tons of space for all sized groups. This home is just two blocks from downtown Woodstock where you can dine, shop, & visit the famous opera house. Don't forget to visit the many scenes the movie Groundhog Day was filmed throughout town and toast to world peace!

    The main floor highlights family space with the ease of entertaining. The family room seating for 8 with a 60" smart TV with many streaming services and Comcast cable. The dining room allows for a group of 10 to gather around the large table under the stunning crystal chandelier for a lovely meal or lively game night. Enjoy the coffee/tea room attached to the dining room with complimentary tea, coffee, and sweeteners. The modern eat-in kitchen features seating for 6, double ovens, four four-burner gas stove, large split sink, dishwasher, and French door refrigerator/ lower freezer with water and ice dispenser. You will find all pots, pans, cooking appliances, and utensils in the walk-in pantry right off the kitchen.

    Walk up the grand staircase to the second floor where you'll be met with all four spacious bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms features smart TVs, ample luggage storage, and luxuriously comfortable beds. The primary bathroom on this floor showcases a 72" cast iron double slipper clawfoot tub, double sinks, and step-in shower. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with step-in shower and double sinks, king king-sized Tempurpedic bed with cooling technology, and a 55" smart TV that is connected to Comcast cable.

    The lower level theater room has top of top-of-the-line 77 OLED" TV with Comcast cable, 8 piece Lovesac couch, 2 oversized leather chairs, pro arachnid dart cabinet, karaoke/Bluetooth speaker, full-size bed & full bath with steam shower. This space can comfortably sleep 4 people. You will also find full-sized laundry accommodations with all supplies right at your fingertips.

    The fully fenced backyard is the perfect space to let your dogs roam, play a game of catch, or make a fire in the five-foot fire pit. Lounge on the wooden swing while soaking up the serenity this park-like environment radiates. Light up the BBQ grill and enjoy a meal on the custom paver patio that has years-round seating for 10.

    The pool is closed for the season. Above ground pool is open seasonally from June 1 to September 1. It is 20 feet in diameter and 4 feet deep with a ladder for entry. Pool toys, floats, and beach towels are available for your use. Please do not allow pets in the pool.

    The wrap-around front porch is a perfect gathering place at the end of the day to relax on the double-person hammock, hanging swing bench, and rocking chairs. You will often see hummingbirds stop at the feeders and aromatic flower baskets while other woodland animals play between the matured trees and throughout the meticulously landscaped yard.

    All accommodations are privately available for guests. If parking beyond the 8 available driveway spots is needed there is a city lot a few houses down that usually has plenty of space.

    If you would like air mattresses pulled out for larger groups, please let me know. There are 2 queen-sized air mattresses and 1 twin size available.

    **Exclusive to guests** 10% off all services at Harmony Falls Massage Clinic and Spa! Mention that you are staying at the "South St. BNB" to receive discounted services at this incredible full-service spa within walking distance.

    Pet supplies are available. Please let me know if you'd like beds, crates, bowls, etc left out.

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About the area

Located in Woodstock, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Woodstock Opera House and Illinois Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include McHenry County Fairgrounds and Corn Maze. Royal Oak Farm Orchard and Royal Oak Carousel are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Woodstock travel guide
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Woodstock, IL

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a clock tower, a theater, and a street with cars and pedestrians.
    Woodstock Opera House
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Woodstock City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Woodstock Square
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Naturally McHenry County Visitor Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McHenry County Fairgrounds
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    10 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    4 min drive
  • Subway
    4 min drive
  • Culver's
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Niko's Red Mill Tavern
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown 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 Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand 1800s Victorian Gem: Updated/by Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Woodstock, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Woodstock City Hall, Naturally McHenry County Visitor Center and Woodstock Opera House. Woodstock Square and Emricson Park are also within 10 minutes. Woodstock Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

The house was super clean, had a great time celebrating my birthday with family and friends, communication with host was really awesome, helped me to book the reservation in any way possible, I would really recommend this place to everyone who wants to spend some time in a beautiful house with their friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommended

Great location for a little weekend stay with our friends and family! Walkable to all the local attractions and shops nearby. Home was clean and very comfortable - highly recommended for any large groups or families!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Groundhog Day

We love this house! This is our second time staying and it's perfect for our weekend trip. The house is very comfortable and has everything we need. Close to downtown and plenty of parking. We'll definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for family

The property was perfect for our multi family reunion. Our grandkids loved the toys and back yard. The house was fully stocked, we lacked for nothing. Host was amazing. We walked to square for farmers market. Life was so so good!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for Our Famly

This house was amazing! We especially loved the open vintage Victorian feel of the home. All rooms were exactly like described in the listing with plenty of towels, blankets, soaps etc. Also, Very Very Clean. The kitchen was very nicely stocked for any type of cooking your desire, lots of pots, pans, coffee maker - loved the espresso machine. Nicely furnished soaps, paper towels, toilet paper & laundry area, Bathrooms & Bedrooms were beautiful, tons of room. Our Host was very easy to get ahold of and communicating was easy & great. WE LOVED THIS PLACE - Thank you Deirdre for an amazing stay in your home. We will definitely book again someday when we return to Woodstock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a large family gathering at a different Vrbo that didn’t work out so we had to scramble looking for another one and Deirdre came to the rescue! The house and location couldn’t have been any better for the kids! The house is so charming with antique touches and modern updates. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Place

Everything about this place was awesome. The built in sound system ranging through the entire house made out time so much more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed. The backyard was great for the dog. The bathrooms were so modern. And bonus: two of them have bidets!Also an extremely interesting collection of Monopoly games. Easy walk to downtown and the train.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home with lots of room for large groups. We especially enjoyed the backyard, including the pool and lawn games! The downstairs TV room is really nice too, and perfect for a movie night in! When we had some issues adjusting the air conditioning, the host was very responsive and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great stay!

stayed overnight with my college sketch comedy club and I was worried some hosts would be apprehensive about that (understandably so) but Deirdre was so kind and accomodating! the home was gorgeous and perfect for our yearly retreat, everyone had so much fun in Woodstock.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024