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History and Luxury on the Kankakee River.

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Perched on the Kankakee River, Volkmann House offers a historic retreat with modern comforts. Unwind in the living room by the wood-burning fireplace or enjoy grilling out on the deck while taking in river views.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6192 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

History and Luxury on the Kankakee River.

Historic Volkmann House on the Kankakee River across from Frank Lloyd Wright’s first Prairie Style home, the B. Harley Bradley House. This property was developed by Col. Haswell C. Clarke before 1900 as a stable, but was converted to a home and extensively remodeled in 1919 by jeweler William H. Volkmann of Kankakee. This home maintains its historic charm yet is outfitted with modern amenities, comfortable furnishings, 550 thread count, 100% supima cotton sheets, fluffy 100% cotton bath towels, washer/dryer, dishwasher, WiFi and cable TV. With access to the Kankakee River, boat access at nearby public boat launch, and centered on a triple lot and dead-end street, this property provides excellent privacy and wonderful views of the river. This home has three bedrooms, two and 1/2 baths with primary bedroom en-suite, a wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and sleeps 6 people. All three bedrooms have queen sized beds. Enjoy grilling out on the deck watching the sun set over the river.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,062 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
History On The Kankakee River
History Luxury on the Kankakee River
History Luxury on the Kankakee River.
History and Luxury on the Kankakee River. Kankakee
History Luxury on the Kankakee River. A Private Waterfront Home
History luxury on the Kankakee River. A private waterfront home.

About the area

Located in Kankakee, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena and Cinemark Bourbonnais Movies 10 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kankakee River State Park and River Road Sport Complex. Kankakee Railroad Museum and Splash Valley Aquatic Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Kankakee, IL

What's nearby

  • B. Harley Bradley House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kankakee County Convention & Visitor Bureau - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kankakee Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Olivet Nazarene University - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Kankakee Community College - 12 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Kankakee Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dos Amigos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jaenicke's Root Beer Stand - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paul's Place - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪JR's Chicken - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪No Dogs - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is History and Luxury on the Kankakee River. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at History and Luxury on the Kankakee River. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at History and Luxury on the Kankakee River. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is History and Luxury on the Kankakee River. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of B. Harley Bradley House and Kankakee County Convention & Visitor Bureau. Kankakee Railroad Museum and Kankakee County Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Kankakee Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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