10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
14 Dec 2024
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Comfortable stay in a unique and historical Glen Ellyn home
Sarah T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14464.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Glen Ellyn, IL
- Wheaton College4 min drive
- College of Dupage9 min drive
- Morton Arboretum18 min drive
- Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom #1 (Downstairs Primary)
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2 (Upstairs Primary)
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3 (Upstairs)
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #4 (Upstairs)
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #5 (Upstairs)
1 Single Bed
Bedroom #6 (Carriage House) / Optional
1 King Bed
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom #3 (Private)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom #4 (Semi-Private)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom #5 (First Floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Carriage House Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Primary Bath (Downstairs)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Primary Bath (Upstairs)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Glen Ellyn Home with Optional Carriage House
Escape to a historic 6-bedroom, 5.5 bath* estate in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL!
*Note: The 6th bedroom is the optional carriage house (please message ownership before booking if needed).
The Dibble Estate is a designated historical landmark within Glen Ellyn's historic district. It was built in 1914 in a Spanish Mediterranean style – with beautiful cream colored stucco and a classic red tile roof. Frederick Dibble purchased the property (used primarily for horses at the time) from Moses Stacey, widely considered the founding father of what was then known as "Stacy's Corner" — and now as "Glen Ellyn".
This home is built for large and/or multiple families. It's great for gathering, yet with plenty of nooks and crannies to find some alone time. The kitchen's large island is perfect for hosting and entertaining. The living room's vintage furniture, grand piano, and fireplace invite both reflection and the musically inclined. The property has a lush and spacious outdoor garden and patio area that was once featured on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens.
The Dibble Estate is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and admired homes by architects, historians, and community members in the Chicagoland area.
Again, the "Carriage House" is listed separately and can be arranged as part of the reservation; however, you must make a "booking inquiry" first in order to confirm that the Carriage House is also available during the preferred time. Pricing for the Carriage House varies on season and length of stay.
*Note: The 6th bedroom is the optional carriage house (please message ownership before booking if needed).
The Dibble Estate is a designated historical landmark within Glen Ellyn's historic district. It was built in 1914 in a Spanish Mediterranean style – with beautiful cream colored stucco and a classic red tile roof. Frederick Dibble purchased the property (used primarily for horses at the time) from Moses Stacey, widely considered the founding father of what was then known as "Stacy's Corner" — and now as "Glen Ellyn".
This home is built for large and/or multiple families. It's great for gathering, yet with plenty of nooks and crannies to find some alone time. The kitchen's large island is perfect for hosting and entertaining. The living room's vintage furniture, grand piano, and fireplace invite both reflection and the musically inclined. The property has a lush and spacious outdoor garden and patio area that was once featured on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens.
The Dibble Estate is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and admired homes by architects, historians, and community members in the Chicagoland area.
Again, the "Carriage House" is listed separately and can be arranged as part of the reservation; however, you must make a "booking inquiry" first in order to confirm that the Carriage House is also available during the preferred time. Pricing for the Carriage House varies on season and length of stay.
Property manager
Bob Davidson
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please provide ages for best accommodations.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events must be approved before booking.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
All pets must be approved. Non-shedding dogs only.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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: 40
Note from host: All events must be approved before booking.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Glen Ellyn
Located in Glen Ellyn, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Lilacia Park and Bloomingdale Park District Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Woodfield Mall and Yorktown Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Allstate Arena or Addison Ice Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Glen Ellyn, IL
What's nearby
- Wheaton College - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- College of Dupage - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
- Yorktown Shopping Center - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
- Central Dupage Hospital - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
- Morton Arboretum - 18 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 3 min drive
- El Famous Burrito - 4 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
- Schnitzel Platz - 3 min drive
- Blackberry Market - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Bob Davidson
Guess what? I'm not a management company!
I actually love it when people get to stay in this home. I may be a smidge biased, but it is my favorite home in Glen Ellyn after all (a true statement long before becoming the homeowner)!
And fortunately for you, my kids have "graduated" from home life and I have plenty of travel opportunities. So, rather than the home and/or carriage house sitting empty, I would love the opportunity to host you!
I actually love it when people get to stay in this home. I may be a smidge biased, but it is my favorite home in Glen Ellyn after all (a true statement long before becoming the homeowner)!
And fortunately for you, my kids have "graduated" from home life and I have plenty of travel opportunities. So, rather than the home and/or carriage house sitting empty, I would love the opportunity to host you!
Why they chose this property
Glen Ellyn is the quintessential "charming village" in the Chicagoland area. The vibrant local downtown blends small-town warmth with big-city amenities. Directly west of Chicago, Glen Ellyn offers a picturesque setting with tree-lined streets, historic architecture, a bustling shopping and foodie scene, and a welcoming community atmosphere that's hard to find elsewhere.
Glen Ellyn is known for diverse historic architecture as the village expanded with a local rule that similar architectural style cannot be replicated on the same block. And it is now known for some of the best local restaurants outside of the city itself.
In fact, the popular local corner cafe, Blackberry Market, that anchors the downtown area is owned by yours truly!
Glen Ellyn is known for diverse historic architecture as the village expanded with a local rule that similar architectural style cannot be replicated on the same block. And it is now known for some of the best local restaurants outside of the city itself.
In fact, the popular local corner cafe, Blackberry Market, that anchors the downtown area is owned by yours truly!
What makes this property unique
The "Dibble Estate", as it is locally referred to, is one of the most unique homes in town. It still sits on two parcels and is one of the only homes in town that features a Mediterranean revival style wrapped in a beautiful stucco and with an old world red clay tile roof.
The property is also one of the very few homes in town to be "grandfathered-in" with a fully equipped carriage house, which is now a spacious 1 bedroom apartment.
With all of this said, one of the most memorable elements of the estate is the European inspired patio and landscaping, which was once featured on the cover of Better Homes and Gardens and is perfect for entertaining or finding that much needed respite.
The property is also one of the very few homes in town to be "grandfathered-in" with a fully equipped carriage house, which is now a spacious 1 bedroom apartment.
With all of this said, one of the most memorable elements of the estate is the European inspired patio and landscaping, which was once featured on the cover of Better Homes and Gardens and is perfect for entertaining or finding that much needed respite.
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