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Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE

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Interior
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oglesby, IL
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Starved Rock State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Matthiessen State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Peru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE

Come relax and enjoy the fresh air in this Vacation Villa located inside the Grand Bear Resort. (PRIVITE OWN, INDEPENDET FROM GRAND BEAR RESORT, No Water Park Passes are included)
This beautiful 2-story home is decorated with rustic log style furnishings. The generous 1,800 square foot Villa sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, comforting fireplaces, televisions, a patio, 2 balconies, washer/dryer, kitchen & dining area.

The kitchen is complete with all major appliances dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, single cup coffee maker, toaster, dinnerware, eating utensils and basic cookware. To maximize your rental experience please consider bringing any special items you may need. There is a 24 hr convince store located inside the resort lobby, should you forget something.

-The Master bedroom features a king-size bed, pull out twin sofa sleeper, fireplace, TV, private vanity and whirl pool tub.
-The Second bedroom features 2 queen size beds, TV and balcony.
-Folding bed available
-Free WIFI access
-Special rates when booking 7 nights or more


Enjoy the get away from the bright city lights to the natural beauty and serenity of the Starved Rock Area of Illinois. An experience you won't forget with family & friends. Unwind on breathtaking hikes or kick back and toast with a glass of wine at one of the local wineries. We look forward to your stay!

Please note:
**House keeping services are not provided for stays shorter then 7 nights. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the full size washer and dryer to launder the existing towels and linens for a fresh supply.

*Villa toiletries (paper towels, toilet paper) will be provided but are based on the amount of people/duration of your stay.
Should you feel more is needed while on your stay please feel free to visit the General Store located inside GrandBear Resort.

*This Vacation Villa is privately owned and the use of some resort amenities (i.e. water park, mini golf) IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE RENTAL. Tickets must be purchased separately. And you have to call Grand Bear Lodge in advance to check for availability.
We are totally PRIVATE!! No connection with Grand Bear of any kind.

*-Discount rates when booking 7 day or more (call for details)
*-Special rates for weekly and longer stays (call for details)






Property manager

Martin C.
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Ask before booking. Some restrictions-fees apply.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Chimeneas disponibles del 1ro de octubre al 30 de abril. O por petition al tiempo de la reserva.
WE ARE INDEPENDENT FROM GRAND BEAR LODGE RESORT. THERFORE, WATER PARK PASSES ARE NOT INCLUDED NOR WARRANTY FOR PURCHASE. SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Utica

Located in Utica, this villa is near theme parks. Starved Rock State Park and Illinois River Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matthiessen State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Oglesby, IL

What's nearby

  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE located?

Situated in Utica, 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 270 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paje C.

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

Great villa

Great property very close to starved rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great place to stay

We had a great stay here. There are so many places to sleep- it’s deceiving for a 2 bedroom. It’s very spacious. Kitchen was well stocked. Jacuzzi was a hit with the kids. Loved that the location was dog friendly. Beds were comfortable. The sheets were not washed in a heavily scented detergent which made me so happy. Comfy beds. The fireplaces warm up the rooms well. 4 min drive to starved rock. Quiet at night. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Great stay

Our stay was great. We loved the house it was exactly as described. The owner was very responsive and easy to reach. The property was nice and easy to find. It had plenty of room and all the necessities you could need. Overall we really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly P.

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

Perfect Location

Enjoyed our stay very much. It was very spacious. Loved the gas stove and all the counter space. TV in Main Bedroom didn't work. Downstairs furniture not super comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

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

January visit

A very roomie and clean townhouse in an area with many things to do. It is in the middle of a resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

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

Family weekend

Quick trip from CO for a relatives memorial
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Wonderful home with everything you could possibly need.

House was great! Location was terrific for our hiking in starved rock! Got to bring our fur baby which was amazing!! Highly recommend! Thank you! Our quick trip family vacation before our girls went back to college was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen E.

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

Lodge

A rural rustic villa decorated with a nice Christmas tree for the holiday. Thank you for allowing pets!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqi C.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

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

Christmas Celebration

Great location and lodging for our family Christmas celebration. We thought it was nicer than the pictures:)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Enjoy the state parks and Utica
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Close to Starved Rock

This was a great location to stay for hiking in Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami O.

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

Very Spacious and Great location!

This property is so close to the park it made two days of hiking that much easier! It is very spacious, plenty of room for our family and pets and enough kitchen supplies to make simple meals. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Branden D.

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

Perfect

Love it! Great for wedding party at starved rock!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cori S.

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

Wonderful stay

Lovely place, kept nice. Room enough for big families. Great communication and prompt response to questions. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

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

Perfect for us

We were in the area for a wedding. This villa was perfect for our family. No issues other than the keurig not working. Other than that everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Great family home near Starved Rock

We stayed at Martin’s townhouse for a quick family getaway near Starved Rock. The home was clean, quiet, and just as described. The owner was responsive when we had some questions. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Quick get away

We had a great time will book with you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne r.

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

Best way to enjoy the Starved Rock area!

This townhouse is charming and comfortable and clean and ideally located! I have stay in Martin's townhome before and each time I am so glad to have friends enjoy his place with me! You can literally hike from the door through Starved Rock SP! Plus close to kayaking and Utica and Ottawa! Thanks Martin!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Klo A.

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

Family Reunion

Very nice property; well cared for! Homeowner was responsive & easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devashree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

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

Family Weekend Away

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property was clean and had ample toiletries and basic utensils/kitchen supplies. Martin was quick to respond and provided all necessary information for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Nice and Clean

We’ve stayed at this cabin twice this summer, both weeks the cabin was very clean and the host has open communication and answered my questions quickly. The cabin location is perfect! It’s an easy walk to the playground or the main Grand Bear building for dining or swimming. We’re already planning our third trip back to this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Martin C.

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

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