Riverfront Cottage located in historic park

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6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

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Fireplace
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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2114 Lowell Park Rd, Dixon, IL, 61021

Lowell Park
‪5 min walk‬
Dixon Historic Center
‪6 min drive‬
Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home
‪7 min drive‬
Sterling, IL (SQI-Whiteside County)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

E. C. Smith Park

2 Single Beds

Haymarket Square

2 Single Beds

John Dixon Park

2 Single Beds

Lowell Park

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Page Park

3 Single Beds

President's Park

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs

Toilet

Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Just steps away from the beautiful Rock River and nestled in Lowell Park the historic Woodcote Cottage is a perfect setting for your next rustic unplugged getaway! Built of native limestone in 1902, Woodcote Cottage was once home to the park's keeper. The cottage has 6 bedrooms, a full kitchen, 2 fireplaces, and 2 1/2 baths, and can sleep up to 14 people. Bedding and bathroom amenities are not provided. There are 12 twin beds and 1 full bed. Bring your sleeping bags or sheets and make this cottage your home! There is Wifi in the cottage.

Property manager

Dixon Park District

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 9:00 AM

Check out before 3:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

North America

Dixon, IL

What's nearby

Lowell Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Historic Dixon Theatre - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Dixon Memorial Arch - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Dixon Historic Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
‪Town & Country Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cottage located in historic park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage located in historic park?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Riverfront Cottage located in historic park located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Woodcote Cottage and Lowell Park. Park 4 Paws Dog Park is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James W.

11 Feb 2025

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

Awesome

Great place

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

27 Dec 2024

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

House rental for Christmas party

This house is a perfect rental for our Christmas party. This is the 3rd time rental for us. The house is clean. The fireplaces add some extra warmth. Highly recommend

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim h.

12 July 2024

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great family time

We loved the old house, comfortable house. And all the great outdoor living space.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHAD H.

12 Nov 2024

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

Great space

We used the space for a memorial service for my brother. The space was clean and perfect for the event--especially having the folding tables and chairs.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

29 Nov 2024

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

Flexible Spaces for a Variety of Activities

We enjoyed walking through the park; spreading out in this facility for games, puzzles, crafts, and chatting; and having plenty of room to set up food for our extended family. Thank you for providing this nice space.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena G.

26 July 2024

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

fun times in Dixon

We weren't sure what to expect because this property is unique...but we had an excellent time. Great space and location to spend time with a big family group. Loved being close to the water and spending time on the property and in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wonsuk C.

30 Dec 2023

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

Had good time.

We had lots of fun at this historic place. This place is very impressive.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

22 Jan 2024

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

Great Place

Everything was great. We are even talking about getting a bigger group together and staying here again when there is better weather! All in all, great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

21 Dec 2023

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

Military event

Bring our team here twice a year. Great place and location.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen E.

27 Dec 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Party

House and location worked out great for our family party. Plenty of room for everyone.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana E.

27 Dec 2023

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Great place to accommodate a large family!

It was wonderful to have our family stay together in one home! There's a number of bedrooms and enough bathrooms too. The great room is a perfect place for larger gatherings. Lovely setting too!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

26 July 2023

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

Beautiful Lowell Park

We stayed two nights in the Woodcote and had a mini family gathering. The cottage was perfect. The grounds were beautiful. I would absolutely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

6 Nov 2023

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

The house was fantastic with great view, very clean and beautiful place

The space was absolutely what was promised. The bed was super comfy and clean. We will definitely book again at this place.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

3 June 2023

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

Great spot for family reunion

We really enjoyed our short stay at Woodcote! There were 9 of us staying overnight and 12 there for the family gatherings. The lodge can accommodate that with no problem with ample indoor and outdoor seating. All of this in a gorgeous setting at Lowell Park!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

21 July 2023

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

Living History

Comfortable, clean, quiet.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey K.

10 Aug 2023

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

Corey

Our family absolutely loved the cabin and the surrounding areas. We will be booking again for next year and adding an additional day.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

21 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful nature retreat

We had a family gathering at Woodcote. The atmosphere and furnishings were very relaxing and comfortable. The amenities were accurate as stated in the listing and everything needed was there. Those that we worked with were congenial and informative. We have stayed at Woodcote twice and plan to schedule again in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

24 June 2023

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

Beautiful rustic lodge

Lowell park is beautiful- the river, recreation, flowers, wildlife. Lodge still feels secluded. Large indoor spaces and nice outdoor areas. Fire pit. Big kitchen. Plenty of parking. Parks dept was very supportive and helpful. Will go again! Close to town.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

17 June 2023

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Fun Friends Getaway!

We greatly enjoyed our stay- especially having disc golf right out the door! The house was clean with lots of space. The upstairs bedrooms are divided by a small landing which makes it great for two families, as we each had a little section. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and grill. Tons of room for the kids to play on the property. We’ll be back this fall!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy Z.

15 Jan 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fam Jam

We love Woodcote! We have enjoyed several stays there. Our one ongoing struggle with the rental is that the fire wood is wet and there is no kindling or paper provided. A key feature to Woodcote in the winter is sitting by a fire in the beautiful fireplace but it is very difficult to get a fire going and keep it going.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

27 Mar 2024

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Very spacious and peaceful

I grew up in Dixon but don’t have family living there anymore. My brother had recently passed away and we had his service & Celebration of Life in town and had several family members coming from out of town/state. It was absolutely perfect for our needs! Not only did it accommodate our large group, it gave us a beautiful, peaceful location to all be together opposed to 6 or 7 hotel rooms with no gathering place. Not to mention the benefit of being able to take walks through the gorgeous park. Bringing linens etc was some extra work, yes, but well worth it. Would do it all over again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mark S.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at woodcote

This was our second stay at woodcote, We really enjoyed it it is just the right size 4ourfamily. The kitchen is well stocked. Loved the 2 different fireplaces it was cool out so we used them quite a bit. Love the fact that there is a big open space for the kids to run and a play ground very close by. The facility is very and creaky but it has a special charm And is very comfortable. The large room at the north end Works well for meals and setting up for indoor games. The living room is very comfortable and a good place to chill in front of the fireplace. During the day you might see a few people hiking around but at night you are very secluded and have the whole park to yourself. This is a great place just to get away and have some quality time your family

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Z.

1 Feb 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

11 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo E.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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Hosted by Dixon Park District

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

E. C. Smith Park

Haymarket Square

John Dixon Park

Lowell Park

Page Park

President's Park

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Downstairs

Upstairs

Spaces

About this property