Holiday rentals in DeKalb

The Gurler House

Welcome to Downtown DeKalb’s most charming and highly-rated historic stay! This beautifully restored home offers both modern comfort and vintage charm. The Gurler House, built in 1857, is on the National Register of Historic Places. This lovingly updated home sits back in a gorgeous park-like setting surrounded by nature. While nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, it is only 2 blocks from the Egyptian Theatre and all the downtown shops and restaurants and only a couple minutes away from NIU.

Event Room & Pool available, Pets Free

Super Clean, Quiet & Cozy! 🐕Pet friendly 🙂Event Room Available -Ask!! (Additional fee ) 90 mi to Chicago! 2 hrs to the Dells! 5 min west of Hwy 39/51 15 min to NIU 45 min to Rockford Walking and bike trail nearby! Beautiful home! Super clean! Monday-Sat check: 3 PM Sunday Check-In: 5 PM Our eight-jet power shower will relax those tired muscles after a full day of activity. A soak in our modern,free-standing tub will sooth and your worries away. A well stocked kitchen awaits you!

Bed and Breakfast with Horse Hotel at VRR

Victory Reigns Ranch Horse Hotel and Bed and Breakfast boasts a beautiful ranch setting close to Deer Run Forest Preserve, Oak Ridge Forest Preserve and other equestrian trails. *Come with or without your horse. We also have an RV hookup if needed along with spacious trailer and RV parking. *If interested in horse boarding during your stay a 12 x 12 barn stall is $35 per night. Private pasture turn out available for $25 per horse per night. Trailer hook up is $35 per night per trailer.

Enchanted Garden Treehouse (Amenity*)

Summer's here, the treehouse air conditioned and cozy, and the hot tub ready! Relax in our luxurious, 420 friendly, very private, 4' deep cedar hot tub nestled in the evergreens, while the moon and stars swirl overhead, the waterfall tumbles into the koi pond, and the fire table and torches blaze. The stream makes this a wildlife refuge, with many birds, squirrels, rabbit & fox. Come experience the magic and make a special memory! See why Chgo Magazine rates us top 3 staycations in Chgo!

Penthouse In The Historic Hobbs

Experience luxury and historic charm at the Penthouse in the Historic Hobbs. Built in 1892, and restored in 2023, this new one bedroom corner unit offers a panoramic view of the Aurora skyline. Cook a delicious meal in the fully stocked kitchen. Dine at the bespoke table in the window bay under the iconic onion dome. Relax on the cozy sofa and enjoy a movie on the big screen TV. Rest in the plush king-sized bed. This urban retreat is near coffee, shopping, art and entertainment.

Hidden Gem of Sycamore

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Located just 3 blocks/5 minute from downtown. Walking distance to Blumen Gardens and The Regale Center. Apartment is above garage in the historic district of Sycamore. Private laundry room is available to guests and free of charge. If you’re coming for the car show in July we are just 1 block from where the car display starts. Sycamore Steam Show is approximately 7miles/15 minutes. City park is 1 block from apartment.

Duplex in Dekalb, IL

Quiet neighborhood with fenced in yard. Patio and grill with solar lights to keep patio lit. 1 Car garage and driveway available for parking. 2 bedrooms with queen sized beds. Smart TV in one room. Living room has Smart TV as well and cozy sectional to hang out. Kitchen comes with all necessities. Washer and drying available in full unfinished basement. Small dogs (40lbs or less) Please no smoking inside home NIU less than 2 miles away Downtown and shopping area <5miles away

“The remote retreat”

We have a cozy one bedroom apartment that is available on the top floor of the home and has its own independent and separate entrance! Comes with free parking on premises; recently renovated; neighborhood is safe and quiet. Shopping center with grocery store, laundry mat and restaurant is available within walking distance! We are only 5 minutes from the expressway I-88 and 10 minutes from Naperville and the outlet mall in Aurora!

Modern Country Escape | Minutes from NIU

Modern retreat in Malta, IL just 5–10 minutes from NIU & Huskie Stadium! Perfect for parents, alumni, and fans visiting campus, as well as healthcare professionals on local assignments. Enjoy a bright open living area with smart TV, a fully equipped kitchen & coffee bar, cozy bedrooms with fresh linens, fast WiFi, and a quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown DeKalb dining, shopping, and hospitals for both short and long stays.

Spacious 3 bed 2 bath with King Master in Sycamore

This condo is conveniently located in the quaint, quiet town of Sycamore! The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full kitchen, washer/dryer, basement, 2 car attached garage, and a gas fireplace. The home has 2 smart TV's and Wi-Fi is included. The home is located just minutes from all major shopping, the quaint downtown main street of Sycamore, NIU, and interstate 88! Perfect for short stays in the city!

Spacious 4BR Getaway • 3 Acres Near Sycamore

Escape to your bright 4-bed, 1.5-bath farmhouse retreat on 3 peaceful acres in Clare, IL. Wake up to sunshine streaming through big windows, unwind on the breezy patio, and catch stunning sunsets from the front porch. Enjoy smart-lock self check-in, modern comforts, and a touch of farmhouse charm—just 10 minutes from NIU and Sycamore. Perfect for family getaways, retreats, or quiet weekends away.

Luxury Home Away from Home

When you arrive, you will immediately feel at home. Take off your shoes and relax. Tastefully decorated without clutter. Hickory hardwood floors and custom woodwork abound! Owners pride themselves on creating an atmosphere exceeding your expectations. Owners have stayed at many short-term rentals and hope their experiences will create your stay to be memorable and worry free.