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Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

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Amazing sunsets year round!
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Exterior
Exterior
Screened in (not glass) and floor is coated (not carpet).

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ottawa, IL
  • Place, Buffalo Rock State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Starved Rock State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

4 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

A private 200-acre estate near Starved Rock with lake views and access, total seclusion - Sleeps 16. Firepit, fireplace, and space to truly unwind.

Bunk beds, deep soaking tub, no neighbors, bar, dining room table for 10, large screened in patio,  perfect for family gatherings!


LOCATION: 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 with nature in every direction. Amazing location in the middle of & minutes from all tourist sites.

Guests always comment on and love the thoughtful amenities, 21 ft. ceilings & open floor plan, and cleanliness. The sunsets are beautiful and can be seen directly from the sunroom behind the house. 

You will have privacy. The entrance is gated. Our hope is that you can not only unplug and unwind but also make memories that will last a lifetime. 

Our goal is to make your stay a 5-STAR experience. 


GUEST ACCESS: 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.

We only have 1 gated off area not accessible to guests to the right when you first drive in. 


GUEST INTERACTION: 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. 


OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE: We allow and offer early check-in and late check-out **IF** available at no extra cost. Please always inquire as it is not guaranteed. 

We have 2 dog beds and 2 sets of dog bowls we will set out if we see you are bringing a pup. We do require you to add them into your reservation.

We do not have a fence around the property, there is only a gated entrance. The house sits back and off of the road and we are surrounded by trees and water on 200 acres. 

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have coloring books, board games, kids books.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No access allowed past the east gate (to your right when you drive onto the property). The area is gated off.
No fireworks. The grounds get dry. No candles. No Smoking inside.
No glitter or confetti. If we find it there will be an additional cleaning fee.

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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.
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Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Rock State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Skydive Chicago - 19 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cam’s Corner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Mia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bears Den - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Skoog's Pub & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mix's Trading Post, LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum and August Hill Winery Tasting Room. Illinois & Michigan Canal and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was wonderful! So dog friendly! They even provided dog beds and bowls. Very nice touch. Everything for the humans was great too. No complaints at all. Definitely met and exceeded our expectations. The hosts are very nice and easily accessible when needed. Hoping to go back again someday.
Beautiful sunsets!
Relaxing view from the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garret J.

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

Anniversary Celebration

Spectacular Space - Highly Recommend for a Nature filled get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

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

Tremendous Experience

We had 11 guys for my sons bachelor party and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. PLENTY of room and the location was great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LONNIE P.

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

Amazing.

The property was so amazing me and my friends and family had a great time. The host are great people. We will be going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed here for our annual guys weekend and the house had everything we were looking for to have a great weekend. The house was clean, very spacious, and had all the amenities needed. Ryan and Kiki are great hosts. The communications with them was easy and prompt, and the instructions they left were clear and detailed. We also loved the easy access to hiking and fishing. Overall just a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

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

Beautiful retreat

Amazing vacation retreat! The owners did not miss a single thing down to the littlest detail. The house is beautiful and stocked with all of the amenities.The property is out of this world. You can explore for days and keep finding something new.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts, excellent communication, well appointed home. There was nothing we needed (or could have needed) that wasn’t thought of and planned for. Guest instructions were clear and helpful. Host touches were thoughtful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Amazing all the way around

We had 13 women for a fitness retreat and everything was amazing. From all my questions answered right away to the welcome basket and everything provided that you can possibly think of, this place was perfect. The beds were super comfortable, the porch was the perfect coffee spot, the kitchen was stocked and everything was clean, roomy and welcoming. We hiked, kayaked and ate and drank by the river. Would come back for sure! Great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

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

Bachelorette Weekend

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property and home. Sparkling clean, everything from the grounds to the counters to the linens. They have really invested a lot into the maintenance and luxury of this VRBO yet somehow it still feels like a place where you are encouraged to unwind and relax. The owners were responsive and accommodating. The rental is priced fair for the area. You are close to what you need but it’s set far back and on a private lot against the water so you feel like you are in the cozy woods. We had a blast tubing down the river at Ayer’s Landing on Saturday. The owners and workers were great and made it an easy experience. Only 35 for an entire day relaxing on the water! The local areas are super cute with great food. I recommend The Lone Buffalo in downtown Ottawa for delicious food and friendly service. Bruce & Ollie’s in Utica is perfect for coffee or ice cream. Their patio is dog-friendly! We were at this VRBO all weekend and have zero complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Matthew A.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Peterson

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We enjoy the outdoors, boating, fishing, and tending to the Starved Rock Retreat property. We have a pup named Moose and he loves to run around our property. We are thankful we get to share this space so others can experience the wonder we feel here. We sincerely love to ensure our guests have an excellent experience at Starved Rock Retreat.

Why they chose this property

We love that Starved Rock Retreat is surrounded by nature. The large windows inside the house allow you to view the beautiful views while inside. It is peaceful and quiet. It truly is an escape where you can recharge from the busyness of everyday life. The best part is.. when you are at SRR it feels like you are away from it all, but you are very close to everything you would want to explore in the Illinois Valley.

What makes this property unique

Private, gated, no neighbors. Ideal location: centrally located between all attractions and state parks. Water views and access: 1 pond, 1 7-acre lake. Nature in all directions. Truly an escape and an experience. Great for large groups.

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English

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