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Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!

Riverside villa with a water park, 4-minute walk to Starved Rock State Park

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player - Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! (Oglesby)
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! (Oglesby)
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player - Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! (Oglesby)
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player - Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! (Oglesby)
Behind Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort and Water Park, discover the charming villa that sleeps up to 10 people. Enjoy hotel-quality linens, toiletries, and soft water showers with a new cleaning system. With free WiFi access and three flat-screen TVs equipped with ROKU & popular streaming apps in living areas & bedrooms.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!

Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!

Nestled behind Grand Bear Resort and Water Park, and just minutes from the stunning Starved Rock, Matthiessen, and Buffalo Rock State Parks, this spacious 1,800 sq. ft. villa offers a perfect retreat for up to 7 guests Whether you're exploring nature, relaxing, or enjoying local attractions, this villa is your home away from home.

The villa features two beautifully appointed bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts a king bed, a single sleeper sofa, a private vanity with sink, and a luxurious jetted tub. There’s also a cozy fireplace in the master suite, making it a perfect spot to unwind. The second bedroom offers two queen beds and a double sleeper sofa. Both bedrooms have private balconies with serene outdoor views.

Relax in the spacious living room, complete with a second fireplace and a 55” smart TV featuring streaming apps like Netflix, PrimeVideo, and Hulu. The room is perfect for cozy evenings with family and friends.

The fully equipped kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and all the cookware essentials you need. Step outside to your private patio or enjoy the common grilling area, just steps from the living room. A new washer and dryer are also available for your convenience, and there's ample overflow parking.

The villa provides hotel-quality bedding, towels, and linens, as well as essentials like soaps, shampoos, laundry detergent, and basic kitchen staples. Free WiFi is available throughout the villa, and a newly installed water softening system ensures a refreshing shower after a day of exploring.

Located within walking distance to Grand Bear Resort, you’ll have access to a park for children, a gazebo with an outdoor bar, a mini golf area, and a water park (entrance not guaranteed; subject to capacity limits). Please note that mini golf and water park passes are sold separately by the resort and are not included in your booking. Starved Rock and other beautiful state parks are just a short drive away, offering endless outdoor adventures.

No pets allowed.

Professionally cleaned and sanitized after every stay, this villa offers everything you need for a luxurious, comfortable, and memorable getaway in a breathtaking location!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack n play available upon request.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Remodeled Villa Starved Rock State Park. Dream Kitchen. Sleeps 9
Home Away From Home Vacation Villa Near Starved Rock State Park
Remodeled Starved Rock State Park. Fully Equipped. Sleeps 9

About the area

Located in Utica, this villa is near theme parks and on a river. Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Utica travel guide
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Oglesby, IL

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park showing forests
    Starved Rock State Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cascade Falls at Matthiessen State Park in Oglesby, Illinois
    Matthiessen State Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Mix's Trading Post
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Skydive Chicago
    25 min drive - 20.2 miles

Getting around

  • Mendota Station
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    6 min drive
  • Cortileno’s
    7 min drive
  • The Rootbeer Stand
    9 min drive
  • Back Door Lounge
    6 min drive
  • Senica's Oak Ridge Golf Club
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! located?

Situated on a river, this villa is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Starved Rock State Park. Matthiessen State Park and Mix's Trading Post are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Modern Comfort Meets Natural Beauty: Your Perfect Getaway Near Starved Rock! Reviews

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 232 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cleanest property we have stayed at. Plenty of space in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

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

Great place

Good location for hiking at both parks nearby. Very clean and had everything we needed for a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy e.

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

Girls trip

We had a fun weekend at this cute villa. There are a lot of little extras that made our stay very comfortable. Great location near Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family stayed here for 2 nights for a family reunion and it was perfect. Great amenities and very spacious. Great location for Starved Rock as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Cozy and clean.

We had a great stay at the cabin. Very clean and cozy. Responsive hosts. We had everything we needed for our stay. We are already planning a second trip when the weather gets warmer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JU J.

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

What a great place to stay!

This was very clean, super easy to check in. The host was wonderful. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric L. P.

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

Holiday family getaway

Very clean and exactly as described
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Beautiful

We enjoyed so much we seen waterfalls went on boat and lunch cruise and seen a mansion. The villa was beutiful could not ask for a better place Thankyou so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

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

Great Girls' Weekend!

Perfect place for a fun girls' weekend. Hiked the parks, relaxed, took a fun riverboat tour! Very clean, lovely condo. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman F.

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

Family Thanksgiving

We had our family Thanksgiving dinner at the cabin. There were 13 of us. We had a fully stocked kitchen and plenty of room for us all. It was so comfortable and beautiful. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kara h.

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

Fall Getaway Fun

We knew we loved the area and had stayed in another cabin previously but this one was far nicer. Upon arrival we could tell the property was cared for and much cleaner. We all loved the cute fall decor that gave us all the homey vibes. The kitchen had a great selection of cookware. We will definitely be back and chowing this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Super clean and well appointed

Kitchen had everything you needed and more. Thoughtful host stocked games, toiletries, lots of kitchen staples.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

Well equipped and a lot of space

Very large home on two levels. Lower level: kitchen, living, bathroom, washer, and dryer. Upper level: bedrooms and bathroom. We stayed 3 nights and found everything new, well designed and in almost untouched state. The owner provided several non-stick Tefal pans. It was quiet and we could sleep well. We recommend the place and would like to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

margo g.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Thank you!

We had a great stay minus the check in process. Better communication in providing directions would have been helpful. I would suggest signage as well to label the letters on the blogs.The house itself provided everything we were hoping for and then some! We appreciate how clean the unit was upon check in. Access to games, cookware, etc was so thoughtful! Oh and the Christmas decor made it feel like home! Nice touch!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very nice I will recommend for families
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfy place to stay with plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I really enjoyed our stay. The cost was welcoming and everything was clean and well prepared. The whole unit was comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great-- all the essentials you might need were provided! Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for us and our 3 teens. Location to multiple state parks for hiking trails was ideal. Also location near a few small towns was good too. Very clean and comfortable. Would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Super clean! Comfy beds! We brought our meals and heated them there except for breakfast we did that there and everything we needed was covered. The whole experience was wonderful! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Clean with lots of updates. Check in and check out was easy. Perfect for our family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swathi H.

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

Clean and affordable property quick getaway from city

Family friendly, clean, all amenities provided. True to pictures. Check in was easy and owners are responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treena B.

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

Well Equipped and perfect for exploring starved rock

This was the most well equipped stay we have ever had. Loved that we had everything and then some to cook meals and enjoy our stay. The place was spotless on very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff f.

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

Great place and fantastic location

The condo was fantastic—exactly as pictured! The kitchen was beautiful and fully equipped with high-end appliances. We came to the area to hike at Starved Rock State Park, and this was the perfect place to stay. It was spotless, well-stocked, and had everything we needed. The host was great—very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025