Title: Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway 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=46948399&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway ## Photo gallery for Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway ![Exterior - Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46950000/46948400/46948399/5d83d480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46950000/46948400/46948399/a250603c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46950000/46948400/46948399/68be2c7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46950000/46948400/46948399/4d961c9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway (Ottawa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46950000/46948400/46948399/77c3822e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the west end of Cottages at Herons Landing, Our Happy Place offers a tranquil retreat with luxurious furnishings and a screened-in porch boasting waterfront views. Unwind by the community fire pit or take in panoramic views of the Illinois Waterway from the harbor walk. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5694 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## 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. ### Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway Welcome to Our Happy Place on the RiverCottages at Herons Landing Neighborhood • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation RentalsTucked into the quiet west end of the Cottages at Herons Landing neighborhood, Our Happy Place on the River is a cozy, well-appointed cottage perfect for a peaceful retreat or family getaway. With charming river views, inviting outdoor spaces, and a cheerful, beachy vibe, this home is ideal for guests looking to relax, explore, and make lasting memories.Home FeaturesThis 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests, thanks to two additional loft sleeping areas. From the spiral staircase to the screened-in porch, every corner offers comfort, fun, and a touch of whimsy.Main Level LivingThe open-concept main level includes a cozy living area with HDTV and DVD player, a full kitchen with everything you need, and a queen bedroom.Also on this floor:Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, microwave, coffee maker, and moreFull bathroom with showerQueen bedroom with closetComfortable living room with smart TVLoft SpacesLoft 1: Two twin beds, accessed via spiral staircaseLoft 2: One twin bed, accessed via captain’s ladder—perfect for a kid’s hideout or an adventurous sleeperOutdoor SpaceCovered screened-in front porch with cozy seating and views of the waterSide patio with gas grillOpen grassy area in front, great for games or gatheringLess than a minute’s walk to the community fire pit and waterfront accessParkingOne designated spot located just outside the home, with nearby overflow parking available.Perks & Amenities✔ 1-bedroom | 1-bathroom | 2 lofts✔ Sleeps up to 5 guests✔ Smart TV + DVD player✔ Screened-in porch with waterfront views✔ Full kitchen with cookware & appliances✔ Steps to river walk and harbor walk✔ High-speed Wi-Fi✔ Community fire pit access✔ Gas grill✔ Located in Cottages at Herons LandingInteraction with GuestsThanks for choosing Our Happy Place on the River! The Harbor Inn team is based right here in the community and available daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Whether you need help with something at the home or a recommendation for brunch, we’re just a quick message or phone call away.House RulesQuiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.No parties, tents, or eventsNo smoking anywhere on the property — a $500 fee applies for violationsPet PolicyPlease note that Our Happy Place on the River is not pet-friendly. To ensure a clean and allergen-free stay for all guests, we kindly ask that no animals be brought into the home. A $300 fine applies for violations.Our Happy Place On The River is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team based right here at Heritage Harbor. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 694 square feet ## Similar properties ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570500/570432/4a515cb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area) Ottawa - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 672 reviews £129 includes taxes & fees 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=570432&PinnedHotelID=570432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95460000/95452300/95452275/6690fe47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Shores Cottage Ottawa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=95452275&PinnedHotelID=95452275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99930000/99927000/99926923/8da3f859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mansion Flat @ Navvy Town Ottawa - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=99926923&PinnedHotelID=99926923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92590000/92586100/92586055/6ccb4074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The West End Wonder - Modern/Walkable Heritage Harbor Area! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Ottawa Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway 1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Cottage 1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Cottage Ottawa 50 ## About the area Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is on a river. Reddick Mansion and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Panoramic Views of the Illinois Waterway Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah S. 15 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage!! Our stay at this cottage was wonderful! Very clean! Had everything we needed! And the management team was fantastic and made it seamless for us to book more days! We can not say enough good things about our stay! Will definitely stay there again and HIGHLY recommend to anyone who lives in the area or out of town to stay at this beautiful retreat! ##### Deborah S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon W. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cozy home was perfect for a long weekend for our family of 4\. The loft spaces were perfect for our two tween kids. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch. The Harbor Inn community had a lot to do - pool, boat rentals, bike rentals, and the onsite restaurant had great food and service! We loved the location on the river and proximity to the state parks and Ottawa. ##### Sharon W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trina Viaene 6 Aug 2022 #### We loved our stay! Beautiful property! We cbooked our stay for my husband’s birthday and for the We loved our stay! Beautiful property! We cbooked our stay for my husband’s birthday and for the Jaws float night. We enjoyed the float night but it was very unorganized. I would like to see tickets sold and time slots for entering the water. Maybe sell tickets online to help control the amount of people and a link to fill out the forms prior to the float. They were also taking boats out of the water at the time we were supposed to enter which caused a delay. Everyone we felt with was great. Super welcoming and helpful. ##### Trina Viaene From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy Newton 22 Jul 2022 #### Very nice resort. Very nice resort. We will definitely be back next year. Check in staff at the welcome center we’re very nice and helpful. Our access keypad didn’t accept the passcode we were given and the welcome staff member came to our cottage to let us in. ##### Randy Newton From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Mickelson 26 Jul 2021 #### G Great place for vacation! Robin was great! Had all the answers to our questions and everything was planned well! ##### Deborah Mickelson From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Julie Peterson 11 Jul 2021 #### We will definitely return. We will definitely return. Responsive. ##### Julie Peterson From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn Krivanec 7 Jun 2021 #### Loved every minute. Loved every minute. Will be back very soon! Everyone went above and beyond to make my stay awesome....and it was! ##### Carolyn Krivanec From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Christina Scott 21 Apr 2021 #### The area and house were both beautiful and tranquil. The area and house were both beautiful and tranquil. We will definitely be back. Thank you We didn't really need to work with any members of your team because everything was perfect. ##### Christina Scott Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Pamela A. 18 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Happy Place #2 The unit was well-equipped with most everything you need. It was clean and orderly, other than a few dusty lamps and nik-naks here and there. The ladder to the front loft if quite dangerous, and the steps are pitched strangely...definitely for kids to ascend only! The rear loft was nice. The only real disappointment was the view. The pictures online are a bit misleading. ##### Pamela A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Lori Habenicht 28 Oct 2020 #### P Parking is an issue ##### Lori Habenicht Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori H. 26 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Parking was a bit of a problem Loved the cottage! Parking was a bit of a problem though. Very congested, tight parking area. We stayed there near the end of October. I can't imagine how the parking situation would be in the height of summer. ##### Lori H. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Omiecinski 16 Sept 2020 #### A Always a pleasure! :) ##### Amy Omiecinski From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Charity Miska 16 Aug 2020 #### Please see my above statement regarding the cleanliness of the house we stayed in. Please see my above statement regarding the cleanliness of the house we stayed in. We didn't run into too many staff people, but the people we did interact with were great! ##### Charity Miska From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt Kroll 6 Jul 2020 #### Thank you beyond words for everything it was a blast for the family. Thank you beyond words for everything it was a blast for the family. Easy and quick. The process to rent was the easiest I’ve ever had to deal with in over 10 years. Love the staff and location. ##### Matt Kroll From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Lather 17 Oct 2019 #### This cottage was adorable. This cottage was adorable. Perfect for two of us. Spotless and clean. Had everything we needed for the weekend. This cottage was adorable. Perfect for two of us. Spotless and clean. Had everything we needed for the weekend. ##### Mary Lather From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Montero 5 Oct 2019 #### Our cottage was picture perfect and extremely clean upon arrival. Our cottage was picture perfect and extremely clean upon arrival. It was comfortable and relaxing. The views from just about every window were amazing! The outdoor spaces were charming and inviting. Overall a fantastic experience! Anthony was extremely accommodating and helpful with our check-in. Very welcoming and professional. ##### Jane Montero From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rich And Mary Eischen 5 Aug 2019 #### Very peaceful, very beautiful and very enjoyable. Very peaceful, very beautiful and very enjoyable. ##### Rich And Mary Eischen ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The "Big House" with.. 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