Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks! | House in Ottawa

9.4 (10 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Ottawa House | Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks!

2 Bedroom House in Ottawa

Private, gated entrance, firepit, large soaking tub in master bathroom, bar, BT speaker, dining room table for 10, fireplace, large screened in patio, water views and access, 21ft ceilings, smart TV, Grills, open floor plan, queen size bunks for kids or adults! Lots of Amenities! We believe it's the details that matter. Located in the heart of the Illinois Valley. Surrounded by 200 acres of private land and beautiful nature.

5 minutes from Starved Rock! Centrally located between and easy access to:
---1 mile to Buffalo Rock State Park.

---1 mile to a I&M Canal Trail entrance.

---4.9 miles to Downtown Utica.

---5.3 miles to Downtown Ottawa.

---5.9 miles to Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center within the park.

---7.4 miles to Matthiessen State Park.

Perfect as an escape for 2, for a family with children, or for large groups and family reunions. Secluded while still being close to everything, no neighbors, and beautiful views of nature.

You will have privacy. The entrance is gated and the house is surrounded by 200 acres of our own land. Our hope is that you can not only unplug and unwind but also make memories that will last a lifetime.

Guests always comment on and love the 21 ft. ceilings, open floor plan, great amenities, and cleanliness. The sunsets are beautiful and can be seen directly from the sunroom behind the house. They are one of our favorite things about the property.

We are happy to be as involved or uninvolved in your stay as you wish. We pride ourselves in quick response times. Our goal is to make your stay a 5 STAR experience. We can meet you for check-in if desired.

*** We have multiple places to park large campers, motor homes, or trailers.

*** You are welcome to bring canoes, fishing gear, life jackets, or kayaks. We do not supply these items.


Fun facts:

---Our property used to be owned by a mining company. The lakes and ponds at Starved Rock Retreat used to be mines. They filled in with natural spring water and are still spring fed to this day. The fishing is great!

---The tall wooden front doors are from a church in Brazil. They were picked out and flown in by the original owner who built this home.

---The blue ceiling in the sunroom is a specific color called haint blue. The original owner picked this color as it is said to protect the home.


Guests have access to the entire house and surrounding area including the fire pit and small lakes behind the house. Feel free to take a peaceful walk down the gravel drive that stretches behind the house. Fishing is great!! You can bring fishing gear or canoes. You can swim. We require anyone in the water to wear a life jacket. We do not supply life jackets, please bring your own. Pet friendly.

Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks! is located in Ottawa. Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks! provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Air Conditioner, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks! has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ottawa has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Ottawa, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevators
Activities
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
General
  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Double-glazed windows
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: we have coloring books, board games, kids books.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Courtney F.
Aug 23, 2025 10:57:05 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Starved Rock Retreat was the perfect spot for our low-key, relaxing bachelorette weekend. From the minute we booked our stay, the hosts were very helpful and responsive to any and all questions we had, even going so far as to provide recommendations on things to do in the area so we could plan our activities ahead of time.The house was absolutely amazing and had everything we needed and then some. Our only regret was not having more time to check out more of what the area has to offer. Before we left we were already talking about coming back.
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