Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

Ottawa, Illinois
$775 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

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Bath 2

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Sleep 16

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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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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Energy-saving Switches
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    5 Stairs To Reach Property Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood 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. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

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Review Review

  • Tim A.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    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.

  • Michelle F.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    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.

  • Courtney F.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    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.

  • Corey B.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    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!

  • Maggie Z.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    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.

  • Carly S.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    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.

  • LONNIE P.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    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.

  • Daniel H.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    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

  • Garret J.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Spectacular Space - Highly Recommend for a Nature filled get away.

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