Historic Victorian Estate

As Orson Welles said, Grand Detour is “a step back in time” — and this restored Victorian estate delivers exactly that. 90 min from Chicago, 45 from Rockford. Steps from John Deere Historic Site. Wrap-around porch, clawfoot tub, cherry hardwood floors, grand foyer & colonnades. Sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms. Stone patio with grill. High-speed WiFi. Minutes from Lowden & Castle Rock State Parks, Rock River kayaking & Franklin Creek Grist Mill. The space This Picturesque Victorian Home has been lovingly restored retaining the splendor and craftsmanship of an era gone by. Character & charm both in and out from the inviting wrap-around porch with three rocking chairs to the grand foyer with leaded glass window & curved window seat--expansive view of parlour, living room, formal dining room with and glimpse of kitchen-accented spectacular colonnades, open staircase & cherry hardwood floors. Main floor also has spacious one bedroom with king size bed and desk and is connected to master bath. Front office on main floor has been converted into spacious extra bedroom with queen size bed allowing room for more guests to sleep. There is an additional bathroom with clawfoot bathtub for anyone that enjoys a relaxing bubble bath. Upstairs hosts two bedrooms one with full size bed and desk perfectly accented with skylight. The second upstairs bedroom features queen size bed with special accent nooks and upstairs hallway includes two chairs, table and bench in spacious hall for conversing as well additional bathroom with sink and toilet. The spacious yard features stone patio with iron gate and propane grill. Wi-Fi on site with HDMI hook up up should you bring a web-ready device. TV located in downstairs large living room. Small cot located in front hall closet if need. We are out in the countryside but grocery delivery is available.