Holiday houses in Shirland

Historic limestone farmhouse, nature preserve.

Historic 1840's limestone home ,once owned by Sidney Smith, first nationally syndicated cartoonist of The Gumps. Located on 19 acres adjacent to 500 acre wetland conservation area with miles of hiking/skiing trails along the pristine sandy Sugar River for canoeing, birdwatching, or fishing. Ideal for star-gazing, with minimal lighting from neighbors. Enjoy the outdoors from stone patio, including tables, BBQ, and seating for 15, with fireplaces indoors and outside. Sand pile and toys nearby

Country Farm Cottage

Cozy farmhouse Country Cottage on a historic private farm setting. Safe, quiet, peaceful space to relax. Minutes to golfing, hiking, antiques, canoeing, camping, parks, or use as writers retreat. Rockton has great shopping & dining, 20 min to trendy eateries in Beloit WI. Close to local wedding venues Wineries 25 min away May- Nov: orchards cider & donuts Child friendly Visit our Goats Wifi & Roku TVs No Smoking inside No Pets Farm animals and pets on the farm Host lives on same farmstead

Beautiful Craftsman Style Home w/ Fenced Yard

Enjoy your stay in this beautifully remodeled Craftsman Style Home. Rich with the character of an abundance of wood trim and paneled ceilings, this home is the perfect place for a relaxed, stress free, memorable stay. Complimentary coffee, tea, and bottled water are included. Other amenities include a bike path, private parking, a fenced yard, use of a grill and laundry. Less than a mile away from the revitalized city of Beloit WI, you will have many options for places to eat and things to do!

1912 Historic Charm meets Modern Comfort

ENTIRE HOME RENTAL-USE OF TWO ROOMS-Not Shared Space. This cinder block home boasts original hardwoods that bring instant comfort and warmth. While on a main drag, traffic is no drag. Sounds beyond struggle to penetrate this fortress. Rest deeply and awake to a home flooded in natural light through large original windows. On chilly mornings enjoy a cup of gourmet coffee in front of the beautiful electric fireplace. The home's authentic beauty remains central. Enjoy snacks, comfy bed, 65" TVs.

Spacious Executive 2BR Home Near Shopping & Dining

Professionally Managed by Kevin Bush, this rental is nestled in a safe and quiet neighborhood in a desired location that is convenient to Woodman’s Center, Janesville shopping and dining destinations. Enjoy the city’s hundreds of acres of tranquil parkland, miles of peaceful trails, and beautiful downtown riverwalk. Bonus: This location is an easy drive for day trips to Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and surrounding. Please check out our listing on Margate Drive for more dates. Kevin, Host

Adults-only Red Room retreat with hot tub

Adults-only private getaway on the Rock River with a hot tub, patio, and one-of-a-kind Red Room experience. Perfect for couples wanting privacy, comfort, and something more adventurous than a typical stay. Relax with a scenic river view, enjoy the hot tub, then explore a playful adult-themed space with a St. Andrews Cross, swing, Sybian, and more. Designed for birthdays, anniversaries, date nights, or a private weekend that feels secluded, romantic, unforgettable, and anything but ordinary.

Whispering Woods Estate-relax, recharge, connect

Peaceful country home set of 12 wooded acres close to local wedding venues. The atmosphere is beautiful in this spacious country home. The floor plan is open so you can enjoy wonderful conversation and camaraderie with your family and friends. Enjoy grilling and eating on the deck surrounded by beautiful scenic woods. The house will sleep 10 people. It has a King and two queen bedrooms. In addition, there are two pull out couches with queen beds. Well-behaved pets are welcome.

HD Jameson House at River’s Edge

Nestled on the Rock River, the HD Jameson House, a National Historic Register gem, blends historic charm with modern amenities. Enjoy river views and with quaint shops and restaurants exploring the Village of Rockton is a perfect family-friendly retreat. This haven is surrounded by nature but close to numerous attritions, ideal for a romantic getaway or peaceful escape. The HD Jameson House offers a heavenly retreat, blending past beauty with present allure for everyone in the family.

Sunset Cove LakeHouse-Paddle Boat-HotTub-Billiards

Enjoy the spacious lakefront retreat in Rockford designed for unforgettable family vacations, group getaways, and relaxing weekends on the water. Nestled on a stocked 10-acre lake, this home offers the perfect mix of comfort, entertainment, and outdoor fun-all just minutes from I-90 Whether you're fishing off the dock at sunset, soaking in the hot tub, grilling on the deck, or putzing in the paddle boat, Sunset Cove is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy lake life together!

Susie's Cottage in Rockton

Renovated in 2008, Susie's Cottage is named after a sweet person in our lives. The quaint cottage nestled in Rockton is surrounded by the cute shops downtown, Macktown Golf course and Macktown Forest Preserve is steps away. The seclusion adds to the quietness of this studio cottage. Susie's cottage is finished in vintage style carefully selected yet a balance of modern amenities. The cottage boasts a queen bed as well as a sleeper sofa to expand sleeping for four. Sorry, no pets.

Cozy Cabin on Decatur Lake

Relax in this cozy cabin on the lake. Fish, hike or even swim (after a short canoe/kayak paddle); just like being Up-North without the drive! Use our canoe or kayaks or bring your own. Cook indoors or out. Near Sugar River Trailhead, Headgates Park and Three Waters Reserve. A few miles away from tubing on the Sugar River. An hour from Madison and 30 minutes from Beloit, Monroe or Janesville. Previously listed by Betty and under her same great management!

3BR Home Brand New Kitchen and Bath

There’s something special about finding a place that instantly feels like home. The Gilded Cottage is a beautifully updated three-bedroom mid-century retreat in Winnebago, Illinois. It is bright, peaceful, and designed for easy stays. Enjoy quality linens, inviting gathering spaces, and a dedicated kids’ play area. Close to Rockford attractions, wedding venues, and nature preserves, it’s a calm, comfortable home base for any visit.