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Family Home w/ Deck, Yard, Dock on Rock River

Entire home in Janesville, WI

15 guests·5 bedrooms·3.5 bathrooms
4.9 · 12 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Riverfront setting and private dock elevate outdoor relaxation and fun.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Adventure-filled retreat with private game spaces, decks, and river sunsets.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Ideal for large families, spacious common areas, and multiple gathering zones.

Property details

Leave your busy schedules behind for lazy river days at this vacation rental in Janesville. Located on Rock River, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath property invites you to indulge in an all-American vacation as you cook burgers on the balcony, play football in the backyard, and take the boat out from the public launch a half-mile away! With botanical gardens, historic districts, a charming downtown, and the world’s best weekly water-ski shows, Janesville is the hidden gem of Wisconsin!

The space
50 Mins to Madison | Family-Friendly | Waterfront Property | Private Dock

With space for up to 15 guests, 'Rock Riverside Retreat' is the perfect place for your annual summer getaway with the whole family!

Bedroom 1: California King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bonus Room 1: 2 Full Beds, Full Air Mattress in Closet | Bonus Room 2: Twin/Full Bunk Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Riverfront location, Large hillside yard, second-floor balcony w/electric grill, 4 to 6-person table, and Adirondack chairs, covered lower-level patio w/ electric grill and 4-person table, private dock, sandy beachfront w/ Adirondack chairs
UPPER LIVING: Open floor plan, gas fireplace, picture windows, 2 6-person tables, 2 flat-screen Smart TVs - one in Family Room, one in Bedroom 1
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, gas range stove, dishwasher, coffeemaker
LOWER LIVING: Wet bar, wine fridge, mini coffeemaker/toaster oven, 4-person table, flat-screen TV, patio access
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: Private yard, crib, entertainment spaces, safe location
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, heating, in-unit washer/dryer (detergent provided), linens/towels
FAQ: Community pool (fee paid on-site)
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (2 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking inside (including the garage) or outside on the deck and patio
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- The property features 4 exterior security cameras on each side of the property. These do not look into any interior spaces
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID will be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There is a community pool available for guest use from late May-early September. Please be advised that there are additional per person fees to be able to use the pool

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 double Bed, 1 single Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Shared pool

    Shared pool

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Indoor fireplace

    Indoor fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Victoria

Stay here!

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October 2024

Very clean, comfortable house in a beautiful setting. Enough bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone to stay in the same house. Wonderful deck for sunny days and gorgeous sunsets, as well as a cozy fireplace for chillier days and nights. Well appointed kitchen. Lots of fun board games, air hockey, old time video games and a karaoke machine too! The hosts went above and beyond, they truly care and it shows. We had an issue at a very inconvenient time for the host and they solved it completely in less than an hour. I mean it - STAY HERE!

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Audrey

Great multi-family vacation

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June 2024

This was our third return to the Rock Riverside Retreat and it did not disappoint! Jaime and the owners are extremely accommodating and quick to respond. There was even a tornado that went through Janesville two days before our arrival and we were still able to check in early! :) The house, of course, is great. Clean, plenty of space, great for families with kids of all ages. We enjoyed the little beach even though the river level was high. We used the ping pong table, and the grade-school aged kids really loved the game room this year. (And bunk room with a secret door to the game room!) Had a great time! See you next year!

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James

Wonderful Stay

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December 2023

Our family had another fantastic stay Christmas week. Same as last year. The air hockey and basketball games were the highlight. Plus there were plenty of other activities available to fill the time for everyone. The host is very helpful.

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Amy

Absolutely Beautiful Home

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October 2023

We were in town for my brother’s memorial service. Four of my family members and their family stayed at the home. We had such a wonderful time remembering my brother and enjoying each others company. We decided to make it a priority to get together every year.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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