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REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK

Villa with a water park, steps from Starved Rock State Park

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled near Starved Rock State Park, this cozy villa offers a romantic retreat with a jacuzzi, games, and Netflix. Unwind in the community gazebo with live music or enjoy quiet time reading books and sipping coffee.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK

Welcome to our new place completely remodeled located by Starved Rock State Park. If you are looking for a cozy, romantic home to spend your vacation , holiday: (Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter in our beautiful decorated house ) we are here for you . We are located 2 min from Starved Rock State Park , Grizzly Bear Resort and River . Near Parks : Matthiessen State Park , Buffalo Rock State Park , Pirate’s Key Indoor water park (20 min drive ) . Our villa is an oasis of relaxation and activities. Located 90 min from Chicago. You can spend your time in our jacuzzi ,play games , reading books , watching Netflix , stop by the small city nearby. You can also welcome your friends in the community gazebo with live music and picnic tables .

Free Wifi access.
Provided: paper towel, toilet paper, hair dryer, dishwasher detergent, laundry pods, coffee, tea , washing and drying machine.

Our 1800 square feet Villa accommodate a maximum of 8 people witchout extra charge .The resort has designated barbecue areas, barbecuing , fireworks, bonfire near the houses is prohibited.
Villa is privately owned !!! We are not connected to the hotel . For all outside activities pool , golf itc tickets must be purchased separately. The house has a ring doorbell camera installed on the front door.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

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 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

About the area

Map
North Utica, IL

What's nearby

  • Matthiessen State Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garzanelli's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cortileno’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starved Rock House Of Jerky - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK located?

Situated in Utica, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Matthiessen State Park and Mix's Trading Post are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

REST IN THE FOREST RECENTLY REMODELED VILLA WALKING DISTANCE FROM STARVED ROCK Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 165 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property. We thought it was smaller but once we got there it was much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and very comfortable

Our stay was short but filled with activity. The townhome was very well stocked and super convenient to everything Starved Rock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice updated

It was very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay!

It has been a relaxing stay. Everything was very nice, clean, and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. My son and his friends were glad there were activities in the home for them to do. It was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls’ trip

We had a wonderful time staying here on a girls’ weekend trip. The accommodations were as listed and all was communicated clearly with the owner. Everything was clean and nicely updated. It was just a short drive to several hiking trails and towns for convenient shopping/dining. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay

Really enjoyed this property. Very clean and would stay again if ever visiting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Aneta's place is very inviting and comfortable. It has so many thoughtful touches. We had everything we needed. It is in a quiet location and a great place to relax. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend & I stayed a few days to see Starved Rock, & go to the Ottawa Wine fest. The Unit was lovely! Plenty of space, even for a larger family. Decorated so cute and lots of blankets, games, books & bath amenities. Aneta was a perfect host, she responded very quickly to any questions.The location is so close to the Park, Unica and all the surrounding areas. It's behind the Grand Bear resort & you can walk over to the Big Deck Bar & Music. Good salads & bar food. It was very quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Well maintained; any amenity you need and more was provided, perfect location, cozy and relaxing. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t wait until next year!

Amazing stay. Amazing host! It was perfect and we will def be back next 4th if it’s available
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Very clean and cozy! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

We all loved everything about this beautiful rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mukesh A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent host

Host Aneta was so mindful about every single detail in the house . Loved staying at the place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hiker's getaway

Faboulous home with lots of extras. Spacious and very clean. Close to hiking trails. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home! Highly recommend!

The home was extremely clean and spacious! I’m picky when it comes to cleanliness and everywhere in this rental was completely clean. The bathrooms are newly remodeled and are beautiful. The pictures don’t show how large all the rooms in the home actually are. We cooked dinner and the home had all of the things we might need. Starved Rock State Park is only a few minutes drive away. The weekend bands playing were fun along with the cornhole and miniature golf that was only a short walk away. I HIGHLY recommend this place! Just FYI to future guests, the door code isn’t sent until the morning of check-in. I did have to reach out to the owner regarding that because VRBO indicates we would receive it 3 days prior to check in. The owner was quick to respond anytime I messaged.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2-day break in paradise!

We cannot recommend highly enough! Gorgeous villa - beautifully appointed, with so many personal touches added. Many thanks to our wonderful host, Aneta.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerry k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place for our mothet-daughter getaway

The place was perfect for our mother & daughter getaway. The unit was well stocked and very clean. We enjoyed playing games and just being able to socialize. Would definitely recommend to others and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Everything is very well thought out. The kitchen is fully set up with plenty of cooking tools, the restrooms are well stocked, and there is plenty of space overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best rentals you will encounter!

Aneta’s property is truly lovely and the decor is amazing! The seasonal decorations were not only adorable but such a surprise. The condo is larger than it appears in photos and we loved the open concept. Aneta supplies everything you would need for your stay. The linens are high quality and plentiful. The beds and pillows were extremely comfortable and there are cozy blankets everywhere. The only negative was that we had to leave. We will definitely book this property again when we visit Starved Rock. Thank you, Aneta, for sharing your condo!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect little getaway!

This property is absolutely amazing! It's clean, comfortable, spacious, and every long bit of cozy! Great little restaurants nearby and within walking distance to St. Louis Canyon entrance. Easy drive to the parks! Aneka was a great host and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lola C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retired ladies group trip to starved rock & environs

Beautiful villa. Enjoyed electric fireplace on cool evenings. Could use better lighting under counter in kitchen corner by fridge. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks for sharing with your lovely home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MeliSsa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet, very clean. Exceptional !

We loved our little nook set back among the trees. Very clean, very quiet!. Every kitchen item from the coffee maker to the pans was nice! No junk that I typically see at rentals. The home was very nicely decorated too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda G., (708) 655-1286

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful ❤️

I can't say enough about this stunning property! The attention to comfort and cleanliness was very evident. Will definitely stay again!!:)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home away from home!

If you're looking for a quiet, comfortable, and spacious place to stay, you've hit the jackpot. Aneta has thought of every ammenity possible, from the laundry/kitchen at the entry, then the dining/living room, and then to the bedrooms upstairs. In addition, the space is beautifully decorated with simple but elegant decor and the entire Villa was spotless. We will definately be returning asap for our next Starved Rock adventure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024