Cozy Townhome, Half Mi to Starved Rock State Park!
4.8
Outstanding(54 Reviews)Villa in Utica, IL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this villa rental
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life when you book a stay at this 2-bedroom, 2-bath North Utica vacation rental. Boasting a phenomenal location only a half mile from Starved Rock State Park and 2 miles from Matthiessen State Park, this townhome provides a getaway to the wooded countryside and the banks of the Illinois River. Don't forget to purchase tickets for Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort, only steps from the townhome, for family fun like a waterpark, laser tag, and mini-golf!
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 Gas Fireplaces | Free WiFi | 1,800 Sq Ft
Perfect for outdoor adventurers and families wanting a getaway to nature, this townhome has everything you could need for a worry-free retreat!
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private balcony, yard, wildlife viewing
INDOOR LIVING: 6-person dining table, 2 cable TVs, soaking tub
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware/flatware, toaster, microwave, drip coffee maker, breakfast bar, dishwasher
GENERAL: Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, washer & dryer
FAQ: Stairs required to access bedrooms
PARKING: Parking spots (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OPT OUTSIDE: Starved Rock State Park (0.5 miles), St. Louis Canyon (0.5 miles), Matthiessen State Park (2.2 miles), Buffalo Rock State Park (6.2 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Grand Bear Falls Indoor Waterpark (0.3 miles), LaSalle Speedway (5.1 miles), Splash Field at Washington Park (8.0 miles)
EAT + DRINK: Skoog's Pub & Grill (1.8 miles), Cajun Connection (3.3 miles), The Rootbeer Stand (4.5 miles), Uptown Grill (6.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Chicago Rockford International Airport (70.4 miles), Chicago Midway International Airport (85.7 miles), O'Hare International Airport (93.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: All bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor and require stairs. This property might not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Use of the resort amenities is not included with the rental
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 Gas Fireplaces | Free WiFi | 1,800 Sq Ft
Perfect for outdoor adventurers and families wanting a getaway to nature, this townhome has everything you could need for a worry-free retreat!
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private balcony, yard, wildlife viewing
INDOOR LIVING: 6-person dining table, 2 cable TVs, soaking tub
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware/flatware, toaster, microwave, drip coffee maker, breakfast bar, dishwasher
GENERAL: Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, washer & dryer
FAQ: Stairs required to access bedrooms
PARKING: Parking spots (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OPT OUTSIDE: Starved Rock State Park (0.5 miles), St. Louis Canyon (0.5 miles), Matthiessen State Park (2.2 miles), Buffalo Rock State Park (6.2 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Grand Bear Falls Indoor Waterpark (0.3 miles), LaSalle Speedway (5.1 miles), Splash Field at Washington Park (8.0 miles)
EAT + DRINK: Skoog's Pub & Grill (1.8 miles), Cajun Connection (3.3 miles), The Rootbeer Stand (4.5 miles), Uptown Grill (6.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Chicago Rockford International Airport (70.4 miles), Chicago Midway International Airport (85.7 miles), O'Hare International Airport (93.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: All bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor and require stairs. This property might not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Use of the resort amenities is not included with the rental
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Utica, IL
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(54 Reviews)4.8
Great place with all the necessities. Quiet and relaxing place. Great communication with Robert. Easy access. The Grand Bear Resort has a nice little mini golf, corn hole and outdoor bar area which was nice to hang out with friends and family. Starved Rock Park was a quick drive. Utica was a cute little town with many good food options. Would recommend staying here - and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
4.8
Clean property, beds were comfortable. Great location for both state parks.
4.8
Nice for family getaway.
4.8
Would stay here again. Reasonably priced, with plenty of room to spread out for a two bedroom condo. Easy access to Starved Rock State Park and the Illinois River for boating.
4.8
Loved this place, hope we can stay here again soon!
4.8
Rented the townhome to celebrate my 50th birthday. We stayed with another couple and had plenty of room to relax and have a great time. We are already planning our return trip to bike the I&M Canal and see the Fall colors.
4.8
The villa was very nice. It fit our large family of 7 perfectly. The rooms were large, the jet tub was nice. The kitchen was fully stocked. It was nice having the washer and dryer and vacuum/broom handy as well. It just really felt like home away from home. The only down fall is putt putt is expensive ($53 for 6 ppl), but it was a fun course and you have to pay for the water park. We ended up driving into Sheridan to the Purates Cay Waterpark cause ut was almost half the cost. Kids liked the playground Grand Bear. Drinks at the patio bar were expensive. There is an awesome bar right down the road called Ano Del Gallo. Food was awesome and so were the drinks and Staff. Right up the road was also the little downtown of Utica. Great little strip of stores. Starved Rock and Mathessen park are a short hop down the road as well. We really enjoyed our stay here.
4.8
My husband, son, father in law and I loved saying here! It was in the perfect location. Close distance to great restaurants in town (we absolutely loved Bruce and Ollie's & Skoogs) and all the nearby parks to hike (St. Louis canyon, matthiesen, buffalo rock and starved rock). The cabin was very spacious and enough room for everyone. My only critique is that the listing states there are 2 parking spots right next to the cabin however, the two parking spots were taken when we arrived. It wasn't really a big deal because we still parked close. I would just suggest maybe marking the parking spaces so they are designated for each cabin. Other than that everything was perfect! We can't wait to come back!
4.8
Experience was great. Wonderful place for family get-together. My nieces rented a villa a few doors from us and it made for a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.
4.8
nice house, no water park
The villa worked out well for 2 adults and 3 children. Kitchen was well equipped, but two left burners would only light with a match. Several screens needed repair. You advertise that the grand bear indoor water park is on the property; but fail to mention you can't get in. Day passes are only available for LaSalle county residents.
We went to the Pirates Cay indoor water park in Sheridan (about 30 minutes away). Very nice.
4.8
Stayed at the villa with my children and it was such a nice visit. Property was clean and the check in process was seamless. Great directions helped get us right to the unit. Units are super close to a lot of great hiking in the area. Unit's location was also nice and private, backing up to basically nothing.
4.8
Very Nice Stay
Stayed at the villa with my children and it was such a nice visit. Property was clean and the check in process was seamless. Great directions helped get us right to the unit. Units are super close to a lot of great hiking in the area. Unit's location was also nice and private, backing up to basically nothing.
4.8
A wonderful and clean townhome to stay in. The beds were really comfortable!!! If you are spending the evenings with more than 5 people, pack some bag/folding chairs or bean bags chairs, as the kitchen chairs are not comfortable for long
4.8
Great location! End Unit! Clean and comfortable.
A wonderful and clean townhome to stay in. The beds were really comfortable!!! If you are spending the evenings with more than 5 people, pack some bag/folding chairs or bean bags chairs, as the kitchen chairs are not comfortable for long
4.8
My family and I had a great stay in this villa. It is extremely spacious and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for hiking at starved rock. We will definitely stay again!
4.8
the property was very clean and spacious. Plenty of room for the whole group. the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to make meals. Loved the close location to the state park.
4.8
Just what we needed
My family and I had a great stay in this villa. It is extremely spacious and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for hiking at starved rock. We will definitely stay again!
4.8
Week end get away
the property was very clean and spacious. Plenty of room for the whole group. the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to make meals. Loved the close location to the state park.
4.8
The cabin was clean, spacious, and safe. Our family weekend trip went well and we were very comfortable.
4.8
Great Family get away
The cabin was clean, spacious, and safe. Our family weekend trip went well and we were very comfortable.
4.8
Comfortable, clean, spacious villa! Great for a girls trip full of fun, wine tastings, sunflowers, rest & relaxing!
4.8
Great stay!
Comfortable, clean, spacious villa! Great for a girls trip full of fun, wine tastings, sunflowers, rest & relaxing!
4.8
Nice
The stay was nice the villa was clean. Just a few things.. cannot use the pool or amenities of resort… would’ve loved to know that the town is basically closed Monday thru Wednesday… like literally closed, breakfast, I’ve cream shops etc…
The villa could use a blender as well, not a deal breaker but would be nice.
4.8
We absolutely loved this property. It’s clean and nicely decorated. It’s convenient and close to the parks. There is a lot of space to visit; we had 5 people and it was great to be able to enjoy the together time. The kitchen is well stocked. The owners are responsive. The only two downsides were a broken ceiling fan in the master bedroom and a coffee pot with hard water clogging the lines. The owner tried to ship a new coffee pot to us but it didn’t arrive in time. That’s okay, though, we made it work!! We definitely will stay again.
4.8
Wonderful place to stay!
We absolutely loved this property. It’s clean and nicely decorated. It’s convenient and close to the parks. There is a lot of space to visit; we had 5 people and it was great to be able to enjoy the together time. The kitchen is well stocked. The owners are responsive. The only two downsides were a broken ceiling fan in the master bedroom and a coffee pot with hard water clogging the lines. The owner tried to ship a new coffee pot to us but it didn’t arrive in time. That’s okay, though, we made it work!! We definitely will stay again.
4.8
This was our second time staying at this property — the owner is friendly, the location is ideal, and the house is well-stocked.
4.8
Second time staying!
This was our second time staying at this property — the owner is friendly, the location is ideal, and the house is well-stocked.
4.8
Convenient and Spacious!
The unit is an end-unit so you have more windows (and more light) than you would have in an interior unit. The host sent instructions via text and email and was friendly. The location is close to the main entrance of Starved Rock State Park and within walking distance of the trailhead to St Louis Canyon. We enjoyed our stay and have already booked our return!
4.8
Great location, 3 minutes from Starved Rock.
4.8
Great
Great location, 3 minutes from Starved Rock.
4.8
Starved rock
Had a great stay would come back loves the arwa
4.8
Overall good! Will book again. I property nice clean & quiet
4.8
Nice Thanksgiving getaway
Overall good! Will book again. I property nice clean & quiet
4.8
Property was clean . Nice quiet neighborhood. Smooth check in process . A little dated and could use some updating but very good experience . Owner was very attentive calling and texting .
4.8
Great check in, very clean. Huge kitchen!
4.8
Beautiful wilderness getaway
Great check in, very clean. Huge kitchen!
4.8
First Time VRBO will be back
Property was clean . Nice quiet neighborhood. Smooth check in process . A little dated and could use some updating but very good experience . Owner was very attentive calling and texting .
4.8
Property was very spacious and accommodating. A true home away from home.
4.8
Great place! My kids loved the playground. The property was clean, spacious, and perfect for our stay!
4.8
Great stay!
Great place! My kids loved the playground. The property was clean, spacious, and perfect for our stay!
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Utica?
The average price for a rental in Utica is R 4,238 per night. This rental is R 0 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy Townhome, Half Mi to Starved Rock State Park!. 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 Cozy Townhome, Half Mi to Starved Rock State Park! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cozy Townhome, Half Mi to Starved Rock State Park!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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