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Charming 3BR Cottage + Garden, Walk to Downtown & Metra, Sleeps 6

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TV
Interior
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Exterior

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Geneva, IL
  • Place, Arcada Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kane County Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Geneva Commons
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)
    ‪12 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.

Charming 3BR Cottage + Garden, Walk to Downtown & Metra, Sleeps 6

Summary:
Welcome to The Secret Garden Cottage, a cozy and inviting retreat surrounded by greenery and flowers. Perfect for families or friends, it offers comfortable spaces, thoughtful touches, and a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy mornings on the porch, stroll just 10 minutes to downtown Geneva shops and restaurants, or take a 20-minute walk to the Metra station for an easy trip into the city.

The Space:
Overview
Hidden gem in a quiet Geneva neighborhood
1928 storybook cottage with original charm, nooks & vintage details

Front Porch
Fully screened-in porch facing the street
Perfect for morning coffee, reading, or breezy afternoons

Main Level Sleeping & Living
Bedroom 1: Queen bed (off the front entry)
Family Room: Cozy, vintage-meets-comfy décor with TV
Kitchen: Cheerful, open to the family room; stocked with essentials for meals & relaxing (includes a Keurig drip/KCup coffee combo and Ninja Air Fryer)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (off family room/kitchen area)
Bathroom 1: Full bath with bathtub & shower

Lower Level
Original 1928 stairs (smaller & steeper than modern ones)
Bedroom 3: Twin trundle bed (two mattresses)
Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower
Desk for work & a sitting room
Laundry room with washer & dryer

Garden Access & Garden House
Large, private backyard with charming spots to read, relax, or enjoy happy hour
Nostalgic windmill from the owner’s childhood farm adds a unique touch
Seasonal Garden House at the back of the yard (no heat/no AC) with a long farmhouse table for six - perfect for family meals or game nights
Stocked with a few games and plenty of nostalgia

Parking & Storage
Stand-alone garage available (contact host for code)
The driveway will fit 3-4 cars + street parking

Location Highlights
10-minute walk to downtown Geneva’s boutiques & restaurants
20-minute walk to the Metra station downtown Geneva

Why You’ll Love It
Storybook charm + modern comforts
Perfect for families, friends, or a relaxed getaway
Location, location, location!

Guest Access:
Private entrance

The Neighborhood:
Located in a quiet residential area, just 4 blocks from downtown restaurants and shops, and a 20 minute walk to the Metra train station downtown

Getting Around:
Many places are walkable with the closest ones being 4 blocks away.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of C'est La Vie. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14 minutes by foot from C'est La Vie and a 2-minute drive from Geneva History Center
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

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Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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