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Historic home with easy access to Chicago

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Glen Ellyn, IL
  • Wheaton College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • College of Dupage
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Morton Arboretum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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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.

Historic home with easy access to Chicago

The Davis Victorian Farm house is 1892 landmark home. It is located in beautiful Glen Ellyn, known for its quaint down town and Vintage Homes. USA Today selected Glen Ellyn as the Picturesque Town of Illinois because of this. The Davis House is located on a very quiet cul-de-sac. Set back from Davis Terrace, its front garden adds to the grandeur of this beautiful home. Steps from Babcock Grove Park as well as Lake Ellyn Park. For young children these are just a few of the options. Also for children and adults The Perry Mastadon that was discovered in Glen Ellyn in 1963 is on display at Wheaton College, just a few miles away. If you are looking to get away from it all....this is it.

The home has many original features and has all hardwood floors on the main level. In the family room you will find the fireplace and large Plasma TV with surround sound. The home is nestled amongst large trees and beautiful gardens...truly a wonderful place to call home while visiting Historic Glen Ellyn and neighboring towns as well as Chicago and all that it has to offer. With our Metra station with in a 10 minute walk down town Chicago can be reached from there as quickly as 30 minutes!!!
Please note: Per Glen Ellyn Village ordinace, single family use only. No large gatherings or events.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Wheaton College. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Wheaton College and 5 minutes from Dupage County Historical Museum
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

While staying, we do allow our guests to have visitors. If the number of visitors exceeds 5 we require that we are notified in writing. 15 total cap.
Per Glen Ellyn Village ordinance: No more than 2 unrelated families staying overnight.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets upon approval.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Guests can not have guests without approval byWH

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Guests can not have guests without approval byWH
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Landmark Victorian Home House Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home House
Landmark Victorian Home Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home Glen Ellyn

Reviews

Historic home with easy access to Chicago Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved my vacation here and this house was great cozy and communication from owner wonderful. I left some more board games for yall. Enjoy. My family enjoyed the trip we went and saw a band we saw 24 years ago when the kids were small and I loved bringing my kids to live music when they were young. To stay at your beati beautiful with my now adult children and to go see System Of A Down at Soldier field was epic! We’ll be back again fer shure!! The Harvey’s.
My son daughter and son in law
Chilling in your front yard
Playing stick em up
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I- including our dog, Lulu- enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. Our host was truly wonderful.. very welcoming and responsive. Lulu also enjoyed herself and the community was great for walking. Would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L., West Bloomfield, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect VRBO - We wanted to move it!

This is truly a gem of a property. The old home is fantastic and well-equipped. The kitchen is one of my dreams. There are many spaces so no one is tripping over each other. Beds are very comfortable and the master bath is something of my dreams. Home has lovely outdoor space and we enjoyed watching the birds bathe in the birdbath. Home is surrounded by bushes so is quite secluded while still being in a bustling suburb of Chicago. Already planning another visit with some friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A truly memorable stay. I booked this home for a bridal party I was in and the home was perfect for all of us to connect together and relax in between wedding events. One of the best Vrbos I’ve stayed. Would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Tribute to the Victorian Era

We were attending a graduation in Chicago and decided that while not in town, this big, beautiful place would be a welcomed escape. Boy, were we right. The level of detail and warmth of the home surpassed our expectations. The gardens were enchanting and the location, although separated from the City, provided a converse to our city time that was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family home with beautiful views and charm!

We wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. It was the perfect place for our family to celebrate our oldest daughter's graduation. Every detail of your home added something special to the occasion—from the stunning garden to the lovely piano, which made a wonderful backdrop for entertainment and photos.Our children, ranging from ages 3 to 18, kept saying how much they wanted to stay longer. Our youngest even said, “Mommy, I just love our new home.” That says it all! Your effort in preserving the original charm of the home is so evident and deeply appreciated.We truly loved every moment and hope to return again someday. Thank you for making this milestone so memorable for our family.With gratitude,The DeClue CrewChatGPT can mak
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House!

The Davis House is wonderful—large, spacious—and just as described in the listing. It really is fully equipped with just about anything one would need. Beds are comfortable, water pressure is great and the laundry room on the second floor is terrific. William is a gracious owner and answered all our questions promptly. He was a pleasure to work with and it was a pleasure to stay here. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soooo relaxing

Beautiful, clean, and comfortable! Perfect getaway and wonderful memories were made!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Bremerton, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

what a wonderful day stay

everything about this house was wonderful. The beds were comfortable. Everything was clean. The family had a lot of fun. We were able to invite other family members over to visit. My daughter loved playing the piano, just made the mini family reunion perfect. Thank you for sharing your amazing home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!!!

Very clean and well maintained. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding

The house was perfect and our host was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely historic home

We loved the character of this spacious, old home. Very clean and well appointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation

Amazing home. More stunning than pictures. Lots of places to gather as a group or have solitude. Beds very comfortable. Kitchen well equipped. Neighborhood quiet and walkable. Enjoyed outdoor dining on deck, quiet porch swing mornings, happy hour toasting in the sunroom, playing the grand piano, and cozing up in the living room for a movie. 5 adult family members gathering for graduation from a graduate program at Midwestern University.. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Large House

The house was large and met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, neighborhood and accommodating host!

My family and I enjoyed our stay at Davis House! Warm & cozy, yet private. A great place for family/friends to gather. William, our host was personable & accommodating. The neighborhood is beautiful for walking and downtown Glen Ellyn is adorable with lovely shops & restaurants close by. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M., Frisco, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Just. Stunning.

We visited family in Glen Ellyn and adored the Davis House! William was a pleasure to work with, and the small dog decorations made us feel right at home with our 3 pugs and Lhasa apso. Outdoor fountain, jetted tub, wonderfully mature neighborhood, oh and the sun room right off the master bedroom. Thanks SO much for a stay that exceeded all expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane L., South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Property and Host!

Family gathering to visit oldest son who lives in Chicago-land area. This was the perfect property for all of us (5 adults) to gather. A home with plenty of room and an abundance of charm! The neighborhood is fabulous. Quiet, peaceful and very clean. Just a few short minutes to the train into Chicago. Downtown Glen Ellyn is also very nice with some great restaurants! Book this property for your next visit to the area - it will not disappoint. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home, William!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great old farm house.

Very nice and unique place. Great place to stay, but not for gatherings of more than 15. Enjoyed the quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tad R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable accomodations

The house was beautiful and well maintained. Very comfortable interior with an equally private patio and yard. Fantastic character inside and out. The neighborhood was quiet and well maintained and within walking distance to Main Street. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a relaxing getaway in a historic setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Terri W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful neighborhood

Lots of space
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

This is the third time we have stayed in this beautiful house. It has always been clean and very well maintained. We can tell that the owner loves this home and invites his guests to love it too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Glen Ellyn charm

We loved our stay at this house! A charming old home in a great location. William was an excellent host and it was the perfect way for me to visit my hometown!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Davis Home

We enjoyed our time at the Davis House; it was clean, charming and has many amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

We all enjoyed our stay, absolutely a beautiful house. So very interesting to walk around and look at everything. The back deck was very nice, beautiful yard too. The neighborhood was great too. Location was perfect for what we wanted to do. Host was extremely nice and had lots of history to share with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023