Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!
Villa in Deer Park Township, IL
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this villa rental
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.
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Deer Park Township, IL
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Reviews
10.0
This was a perfect place to have a reunion with good friends. It was quiet and comforyable and clean and spacious.
10.0
Excellent location. Beautiful resort. Highly recommended!!!
10.0
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!
10.0
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.
10.0
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!
10.0
We had an amazing time. Owner is super nice! The home is super cozy and clean. We will definatley be returning!
10.0
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!
10.0
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.
10.0
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.
8.0
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.
10.0
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.
10.0
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.
10.0
So cozy! Very clean! Hope to come back next year!
10.0
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.
10.0
Amazing place I will go again for family, friends gathering etc. It was great…..
10.0
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 ;)
10.0
Great place to enjoy a girls weekend away for the holidays!
10.0
Was very roomy nice quiet
Easy to talk to owner !
Thank you !
10.0
This hosts premier rating is well-deserved. The property was spotless, seasonally decorated, and included all the little details such as toiletries, spices, coffee, snuggly blankets, board games, equipment so we could utilize the mini-golf course, and so much more.
When trying to find the unit after dark (as we did) look for plaques on second floor balconies which contain the building letters. There is one letter plaque on each building.
10.0
The villa was a great size with areas we could be together and spaces where a girl could be alone. Communication was great. Would definitely rent again!
10.0
This is a very clean property, and nicer in person than the photos. There is ample supplies for cooking, and a decent supply of staples like flour and olive oil, salt and pepper, etc.
I liked that there was good hand soap dispensers at each sink, and hand lotion too. There was tasteful seasonal decor here and there, but not too much. A good selection of games and kids books are on hand. The location is super close to Starved Rock and Mattheison. The unit can be a little hard to find if coming in after dark, but it all gets figured out. Decent playground on site, and mini golf too.
10.0
We came to Starved Rock for a fall getaway and to see the fall colors. This place was perfect. It was clean, well stocked with necessities and even decorated for the fall. We had 2 adults and 3 children. It was very spacious for our family. 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
10.0
This space was perfect for our girls retreat weekend. This was our second time staying here and it did not disappoint. The owner was responsive to questions and addressed the lack of a working coffee pot promptly and effectively.
Thank you for a safe, clean space for us to retreat to each year. We look forward to our next stay here.
10.0
Had a great weekend getaway to starved rock. Villa was great and we will definitely be back!
10.0
Great property. Enjoyed proximity to Starved Rock, Grand Bear Resort and North Utica. Family had a wonderful time!
10.0
This vacation villa is the perfect place for families looking for a get away to Starved Rock. The amenities are just enough and it makes the whole experience easy and lovely.
10.0
Place and owner were fantastic. Front door doesn’t have a dead bolt or extra personal lock. Great place though!
10.0
Highly recommend this property! Super clean, host is very nice and helpful, quiet and secluded yet close to everything! Will stay here again!
10.0
Absolutely love it!
We loved everything about the place and the surroundings. The decor was lovely, the unit super clean and had all the amenities we could want. We plan to be back!
10.0
Awesome accommodations
Beautiful, very clean, well stocked, great layout and roomy!
10.0
Whiner’s Trip 2022
Every year, a group of us get away for a week or so in the summer (we’re all educators). This year we decided to stay close to home. We couldn’t have picked a better villa, better hostess, better location!!
8.0
The villa is nice and spacious.
It is close to all the state parks that we hiked in. My one complaint is the carpet is torn. I am not a fan of carpet because it holds dirt. Other than that, it was a great place for our family to stay.
10.0
Starved Rock Getaway
Clean and convenient! Very close to Starved Rock State Park, we enjoyed our stay!
10.0
Relaxing weekend away
What a wonderful weekend away! Joanna provides all the basics…and we were able to spread out to relax after our hiking. A wonderful family time to enjoy nature and the quiet in this location. Planning to visit again!
6.0
Room for Improvement & Take Your Indoor Shoes with You
While my husband and I did enjoy our visit to Starved Rock, the Villa served the purpose for quietness and a place to stay. My overall thoughts/suggestions are that Villa needs improvement.
To begin with, when my husband and I arrived the smoke detector was beeping and needed batteries (there were none in the alarm). Housekeeping brought 2 which we put in and solved this issue.
Second: I noticed that there were no "welcome to the Villa letter and instructions" like most places you stay at: example-address and number to call/what to do if there's an emergency. It's a remote area...
Third: Operating the TV's was a joke-especially upstairs when one remote was in one room and the other remote in the other room... Didn't know there was Comcast in the master bedroom until the 2nd/3rd day.
Fourth: Went to make dinner the first night and noticed there were no plates, etc. Only to find out the next day that the dishwasher was never unloaded by housekeeping before we arrived and I refused to unload it given the steep housekeeping charge.
Fifth: Put a fire extinguisher in the kitchen.
Sixth: Replace the carpet like other people have mentioned.
Last but not least, the tile floors needs more TLC before guests arrive. Anyone going in the future, take your INDOOR SHOES with you.
Enjoy!
10.0
Family getaway to Starved Rock
The property was great. Great space with 4 adult children and parents to sleep and make meals. Loved the mini-golf and close proximity to Starved Rock State Park.
10.0
Great
10.0
Handy to Park and Peaceful
We had a great time in this Villa! It was very close to Starved Rock State Park where we attended a wedding. My sister and brother stayed in villas, too, and it was convenient for them and their families to come over to visit and work on the puzzle! The villa was clean and the beds were very comfortable and the linens and towels were high quality. It is in a peaceful location. The gas fireplace added a nice atmosphere and the kitchen had everything needed. Great villa, I would rent it again.
10.0
Great Stay
Property exceeded our expectations. Excellent communication from property owner. Perfect space for our much needed family getaway.
10.0
Perfect for Family Weekend Getaway
This was a perfect property for a family weekend getaway. The location was 5 minutes from Starved Rock State Park. The property was very spacious with a great open floor plan. The kitchen was furnished with coffee and tea and also cooking supplies. The dining table was great for playing games and there was ample room on the couches for everyone to hang out. There were plenty of beds for everyone. The property was quiet.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Deer Park Township?
The average price for a rental in Deer Park Township is $264 per night. This rental is $10 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Your Starved Rock Gateway Awaits!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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