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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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North Utica, IL
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Starved Rock State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Matthiessen State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Utica

In Utica .You'll be steps from Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and within a 10-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park. Matthiessen State Park and Mix's Trading Post are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Matthiessen State Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!

Spacious villa just minutes away from Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, Buffalo Rock State Park, historic Downtown Utica and other attractions.
Tucked away in the back of the complex. Forest view from the patio and the master bedroom.
Freshly painted.
This 1800 square feet villa comfortably sleeps 8 and the maximus of 10 guests.
Fully equipped to provide the real home away from home experience.
Jetted tub to soak muscles after outdoor activities the area has to offer.
Vanity sink in the master bedroom.
Living room has a 50" Roku TV with multiple streaming options: Netflix, PrimeVideo, Apple TV, Hulu, Roku and many others.
Master bedroom has Xfinity cable TV and the 2nd bedroom has Roku TV.
Free Wifi access.
Luxury linens and towels.
Provided: hotel size toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, dryer sheets, kitchen staples and much more.
Pack N Play available upon request.
Professionally cleaned and sanitized after every guest.
Quarterly pest control.
Vents and ducts cleaned each season.


Property manager

Joanna

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! Villa
Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! Oglesby
Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! Villa Oglesby

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

Does Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! to downtown Utica?

This villa is 1.8 mi away from Utica.

Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margie L., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
The townhome was clean and beautifully decorated! We had so much fun on our Galentine’s weekend and it so close to town. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Tradition
Very nice villa . Love our memories
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fall Getaway
Our visit to Grand Bear Resort was just what we were looking for in a family vacation. This VRBO unit was tucked away in a quiet area of the villas and the pictures are just what you see inside! We really appreciated the housekeeping amenities that were provided. More than enough for our week long Oct. 16 - 24 visit. The little extras like coffee pods and spices were a nice surprise! Communication with the owner was very quick, and when we had a need it was taken care of right away. She was great to work with!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and comfortable cabin!!
This wonderful cabin had everything we needed and more! We enjoyed our stay so much. Joanna (host) took care of every detail and was always kind and responsive. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This was a perfect place to have a reunion with good friends. It was quiet and comforyable and clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Beautiful resort. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Mansfield

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our weekend trip!
We had an amazing weekend stay! The place was clean and spacious for us! It had everything we needed! We will for sure be back! Loved the town of Utica! They had just set up their Mills Street with outdoor dining and we had a wonderful time! The town is very family friendly and we will be bringing the kids with us next time! We hiked all of the trails in Starved Rock and most of the trails at Matthiessen as well! Definitely recommend eating at Bruce and Ollie’s and Skoogs! Thank you so much for our amazing stay! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan G., DeKalb, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing as always
We have stayed at several of the cabins in this complex and this one is our favorite. The owner is very responsive to communication and handles any issues (not that there will be many, if any) quickly. Thank you for another great stay. We will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dori G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great Home!!!
We had the best time! House was perfect with a stocked kitchen, bedding, and essentials. We ranged in ages from 6-70 and everyone had fun. The house was a good size to hold us all (5 adults and 5 kids 6-17). Bedrooms were big and 2 full baths were a plus. Walked to the water park and right across the street from the St Louis Canyon parking lot to walk the trail. Short drive to Starved Rock and Mattiessen State Parks. Bruch at Starved Rock Lodge-YUM!!!!! You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. Owner is super nice! The home is super cozy and clean. We will definatley be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We wanted to have a short weekend away to explore Starved Rock and this condo was the perfect choice. Close to everything, quite neighborhood, and great amenities. Very cozy and comfortable. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, clean cabin in a quiet wooded setting
We enjoyed staying at this property and we’re pleasantly pleased on arrival at how spacious the unit was. The unit was clean and there was plenty of room for the six of us. In the living area there was only a sofa and a loveseat, seating for 5 even though there were beds for 10. The balcony in the master suite showed some decay and did not look safe to use. We were disappointed at how far the cabins were from the town of Lasalle where the wedding was held that we were there to attend. I thought the unit was in Lasalle, but found it was in Lasalle county. Might have been my oversight when I booked. Overall, we were happy staying here, it was a good value for the price we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T., Shorewood

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay...Will book again.
We were really impressed with how well organized and stocked the villa was. It felt like home away from home. We were very comfortable. Thank you for making our weekend great. I just wish that water park passes were included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
I have one complaint. The master room balcony was dangerous. My daughter could have fallen thru. But for the most part it was a great experience to be here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mid-west escape
The property is located in what I believe is the perfect spot of seclusion and the charm of downtown Utica. The villa was super accessible, comfortable, and was the perfect escape that we needed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Visit!
Property is in a convenient location to the many local areas of interest. It is nicely decorated, very clean, and pleasantly stocked with amenities. Communication with the manager was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love staying in this Villa!
So cozy! Very clean! Hope to come back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place
it's hard to find at night, even after you know the way, so be sure to come prepared. inside is very nice. evrything worked except for the wi-fi, and that will probably be remedied very soon since we made the property owner aware. cozy fireplace, kids loved the spa tub, just the right amount of space for 10 people. shampoo and conditioner provided for those who forgot, as well as a bit of non perishable food to tide you over if needing a snack upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The picture no gesture it was awesome when we got there
Amazing place I will go again for family, friends gathering etc. It was great…..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
After Christmas family gathering!!
Had a great time . Villa was decorated very nicely .. a nice surprise! Very clean and well sticed with many little extras. Will definitely be back ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Great place to enjoy a girls weekend away for the holidays!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry A., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay with all amenities
Was very roomy nice quiet Easy to talk to owner ! Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022