Title: Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6058975&destination=Ottawa%2C+Illinois%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=93497784&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! ## Photo gallery for Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93497800/93497784/674f4fea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93497800/93497784/df3ac145.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93497800/93497784/b5e03c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93497800/93497784/06c49733.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93497800/93497784/f1516b56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Ottawa, Hozho Cottage offers a peaceful retreat for you and your loved ones. Bring your furry friends along and enjoy morning coffee on the deck surrounded by nature's tranquility. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! Hozho Cottage is one of the few places in Ottawa Illinois that is pet friendly. Bring your best friend (dog, cat, lizard, dragon 😊) with you along with your children, friends, and family to Ron joy this amazing, fresh modern and peaceful home. Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Ottawa town along with 15 min drive to Starved Rock National Park and and Matthiessen State Park! Have your morning coffee on deck and enjoy bird singing and peace. Enjoy the comfort of a home away from home. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Braille/raised signage - Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high) - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11920000/11919200/11919193/a7b8595c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Minooka Minooka - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 556 reviews £116 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=11919193&PinnedHotelID=11919193&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126910000/126908600/126908597/739c4eed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Old Town Ottawa! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6 Note from host: PLEASE CONFIRM WITH ME THE DETAILS OF YOUR EVENT 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, a first aid kit and 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 Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is near a water park. Reddick Mansion and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Dickinson House. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Ottawa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ottawa.dx6058975) [View more Holiday homes in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6058975-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.33621%2C-88.84581&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M7Cp5Y7l5H8EuGCU9IFiGczOZUg=) Ottawa, IL ### What's nearby - ![Washington Square Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186945/f311ac21-8fb1-449a-a412-3f0fa440d493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Washington Square Park 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - ![Exterior Views of the Appellate Court of the State of Illinois Fourth District Building in Springfield, Illinois, USA. American and State of Illinois Flags fly in the forefront of view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997928318/c3e96515-f5a6-4b4c-a90d-79aee540aaad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Appellate Court 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![Starved Rock State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658430/74a43e50-632a-40eb-8b13-2226619f442d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Starved Rock State Park 9 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Reddick Mansion 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Restaurants - Muffy's 3 min drive - Bianchis Pizza Downtown 19 min walk - Berta's Tap 3 min drive - The Ottawa Bakery 2 min drive - Court Street Pub 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! Fully fanced yard! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Modern pet friendly house near Starved Rock! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay. The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The house is very convenient to downtown, restaurants, groceries and the freeway. I would stay here again. ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Edward P. 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great for pets, good amenities, most furnishings were in good condition ##### Edward P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth W. 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay!! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and especially loved the back deck/yard! ##### Beth W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy C. 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent The house was great, very clean and super nice. We wil definately stay here again if we travel down here for business ##### Timothy C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy W. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hiking at Matthiessen State Park This place was perfectly represented! Our three small dogs loved the fenced in yard. Plenty of room and everything you need-just like home. Visited Matthiessen State Park which was only a few minutes away. The host responded within minutes- hope to be back soon!! ##### Amy W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy R. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely House Our family of 4 stayed very comfortably in this spacious house. Very clean, so cute and stocked with everything needed. The outdoor space was also amazing. We would love to come back and stay again! ##### Tracy R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yara S. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway Love this place! I came here to finish writing a book and I was able to do just that. Close enough to Starved Rock, where I went hiking with my dogs every morning. Great coffee and food. Maria's Cafe is a must! Looking forward to staying here again! ##### Yara S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel D. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall Break Very nice stay for our kids fall break. The fenced yard was great for our dog. The neighborhood felt safe. We didn't automatically receive check in info but our host was extremely prompt and responsive to help us get in. ##### Rachel D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack C. 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Starved Rock fall getaway We really enjoyed Starved Rock State Park. Fall colors were beautiful and great hiking. The canyons were not what you expect in Illinois. Ottawa is a cute town that is convenient to other attractions. Heads up many of the restaurants are closed on Sundays and Mondays. ##### Jack C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie P. 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location and Very Cozy Home This was a very nice home, and recently updated. I will defenately go back. It was nice that the yard was fenced in for the dogs. I highly recommend staying here. You will not be disappointed. Alot of good restaurants within a five minute drive. ##### Laurie P. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anneka T. 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect spot We had visited the Starved Rock area previously. This was our first time in Ottawa, the town was friendly with great restaurants and lots of activity. The property was: clean, updated, great location, and had a responsive owner. The owner also had thought of every detail of our stay. The yard was perfect for our dog and the patio was perfect for chilling out. A 10/10 experience and would stay there again. ##### Anneka T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The location was great with the trail heads in 3 state parks and a nature preserve each just a 15 minute drive away. The house was also close to supermarkets and the downtown, which had many restaurants and lots of free parking. The owner, Emilia, was quick to respond to our email and straighten out a minor glitch with the check in. The beds were super comfortable and very much appreciated after a day of hiking. The house had good WiFi, easy off street parking, was very well equipped, and clearly quite dog friendly although we didn't bring ours along. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ann f. 2 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay for Humans and Pups We had a fantastic stay at the home! The house was exactly as described with a lovely back yard for our pups. It was well-equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The location was perfect - close to Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Park. But what truly made the stay exceptional was the host. They were incredibly communicative and responsive to all our questions before our stay. We reached out to see if we could bring a small dog pool for the back yard and she responded promptly and clearly. We felt very well taken care of. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay. ##### ann f. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### julie p. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was so nice and super clean and awesome place to stay while in town ##### julie p. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connor L. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay for Whole Family This property was perfect for our family trip! ##### Connor L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Keri A. 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and Cozy The house was super cute and cozy. It was in a quiet neighborhood and was close to the Starved Rock Park. We really enjoyed the back deck area. Great place to stay! ##### Keri A. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana P. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cozy, has everything you need I had a fantastic weekend in the cottage with my family. It was perfect because we have a few dogs and the yard was fenced in & private. Very clean and well thought out property. I really enjoyed it stay and would stay here again for sure! ##### Diana P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### dave b. 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was an amazing property. It was just as pictured. The host was very laid back. Check in and check out process ws very simple. The kitchen was very well supplied with everything you would need. Very happy with our experience and will probably rent again next year for our event. ##### dave b. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel H. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### HS girls weekend. High school girls trip was a success with this cute house close to downtown. ##### Rachel H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill B. 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and Clean Nice up dated older home in a quiet neighborhood, with a big fence in back yard. ##### Bill B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney C. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### quiet and comfortable House was very clean and quiet, the backyard was great for our dog. The beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed eating on the back deck. Communication with the host was super quick and easy. No issues at all! ##### Courtney C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle H. 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place! This cozy house was immaculate, the decor was very grounding and zen feeling. Emilia was very responsive, even to my questions before booking. The backyard was lovely and had great ambience with the lighting. Emilia has thought of everything one could need for a stay, and the thoughtfulness put into every detail shows. We could not have asked for a better stay! ##### Michelle H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew K. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away with family and pups The stay was better than expected. The house is clean, spacious and well decorated. It comes with everything one needs to feel right at home. We had so much fun, and more importantly, were able to relax and unwind, that my youngest child cried when it was time to head home. The host is very responsive and accommodating. We will be staying here again during our next visit to the area. ##### Andrew K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie B. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property! This house is adorable! Super cute decor, perfect size for a family of 5 plus our dog! I absolutely love that it is pet-friendly and has a fenced in yard. It's a great location, just minutes from downtown. Only 15 minutes to Starved Rock. The street is quiet, so you can actually enjoy the space. Best of all, Emilia was SUPER responsive! She messaged to let us know we could check in a little early. I messaged her with a question and she responded within minutes. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to hike. Thanks, Emilia! ##### Jamie B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad K. 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was the ideal stay for three old(ish) friends who love to hike, eat good food, and sit around and retell the lore of yesteryear. The house was perfect. Everything we needed was available. The neighborhood is quiet. The location is convenient: every place we needed to travel to was less than 20 minutes away. To be specific, our goal was to visit Starved Rock State Park \[10 miles of hiking while there\], visit Matthiessen State Park \[10 miles of hiking while there\], and we were able to get in a short walk at the Buffalo Rock State Park. We did visit The Lone Buffalo / Tangled Roots Brewing a couple of times, too. We also cooked a few meals in the house - the cookware in the home is very good. I like to travel with my trusty cast-iron skillet because, well, you just never know. Everything I needed was already available and in very good condition. If you are reading this review to help determine whether or not you'd like to book this house for a stay . . . trust me, you will not regret it. Book it! ##### Brad K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ---