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Storyteller Manor - Historic beautiful large house in quaint downtown Oregon, IL

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A living room with a brick fireplace, green armchairs, a sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, a sink, and an air conditioning unit.
A staircase with wooden railings, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a door with a window.
Interior
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chandelier, and a door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Oregon, IL
  • Place, Conover Square Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Way Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Illinois University
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oregon

With a stay at this vacation home in Oregon, you'll be steps from Conover Square Mall and a 2-minute drive from Lowden State Park. .This vacation home is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Castle Rock State Park and 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Hal Palmer Park.

What's nearby

  • Conover Square Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Village Way Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Castle Rock State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens - 38 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Northern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 42.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Alfano’s Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chana Tap - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Storyteller Manor - Historic beautiful large house in quaint downtown Oregon, IL

Perfect large home for your group! 4 king bedrooms, 1 queen bedroom. Several living room areas including large screen TVs.

In town location in Oregon, IL - quaint cute town filled with history, cute shops, bars, kayak rental and surrounded by 4 beautiful state parks!

This historic building served as a bed and breakfast since 1848. Abraham Lincoln lodged here in 1856.

Perfect for couples trip, girls getaway, family gatherings and waiting to welcome you to Storyteller Manor!

The space:
The Storyteller Manor – Where History Meets Hospitality

Step into a timeless tale at The Storyteller Manor, a beautifully restored historic home originally built in the 1840s and thoughtfully remodeled in 2025 to offer modern comfort without losing its vintage charm.

This grand manor features 5 unique guest rooms with king beds and a bonus queen bedroom—each with its own private en-suite bathroom, perfect for groups, retreats, or unforgettable family gatherings.

History whispers through every hallway, especially in Room 4, where Abraham Lincoln himself once stayed in 1856. Yet, you'll also enjoy updated amenities throughout the home.

Enjoy a drink and a movie in the elegant pub-style lounge, curl up with a classic novel in the gorgeous library (complete with a stately non-working fireplace), or simply unwind on the rocking chairs that line both the 1st and 2nd-floor porches.

The manor includes two kitchens, a walk through pantry, and a Parisian-inspired dining area that adds a whimsical flair to your meals. There’s even a classic mudroom to keep things tidy after your adventures.

Whether you're a history buff, a lover of architecture, or just someone looking for a truly unique getaway, The Storyteller Manor invites you to stay awhile—and become part of the story.

(The manor has a total of 10 bedrooms, but the other bedrooms will be unoccupied and doors locked.)

Guest access
Keypad locks to front door. Full access of the shared spaces. Each bedroom has own key/lock.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
This smoke-free vacation home features wheelchair access, books, and kayaking nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games and rafting nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Lock ALL doors and windows before departing. Check for food in all refrigerators and remove or discard in the dumpster in parking lot
All sheets and towels into the hampers located in each bedroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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