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This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ottawa, IL
  • Buffalo Rock State Park
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Skydive Chicago
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath

Welcome to This Must Be The Place
Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Illinois River • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals

This Must Be The Place is a charming, “beachy”-themed cottage located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing neighborhood. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking for a cozy getaway, this home comfortably sleeps up to six guests. With inviting porches, a second-level deck, and a living space full of light and comfort, you’ll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Home Features:
The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to whip up a family feast, a snack, or even a frosty smoothie. The living room features a large, wall-mounted flat-screen TV with cable, perfect for movie nights or relaxing after a day of adventure. Bedrooms include a queen bed in the master, two twin beds in the second bedroom, and a pull-out queen sofa bed for extra sleepers. Every corner is decorated with a fun, beachy vibe that brings vacation energy indoors.

Main Level:
✔ Open-concept kitchen and living area
✔ Half bathroom
✔ Front porch with comfortable patio furniture

Second Level:
✔ Master Bedroom: Queen bed
✔ Second Bedroom: Two twin beds
✔ Full bathroom
✔ Deck with seating for evening stargazing or storytelling

Outdoor Living:
Sip your morning coffee on the front porch, watch the sunset from the second-level deck, or simply unwind with a book in your favorite outdoor spot. These spaces are perfect for laughter, conversation, and those little moments that make vacations memorable.

Parking:
One designated parking space is included with your stay.

Perks & Amenities:
✔ 2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms
✔ Sleeps up to 6 guests
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Front porch + second-level deck
✔ Pull-out queen sofa bed
✔ Washer & dryer
✔ Smart TVs + Wi-Fi

Interaction with Guests:
Our Harbor Inn team is on-site daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to help with activity recommendations, dining reservations, or anything else you may need during your stay.

House Rules:
• Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
• No smoking anywhere on the property ($300 fine for non-compliance)
• No pets allowed ($300 fine for non-compliance)

Explore & Adventure:
Here, adventure is just a step outside your door—or a short drive away! Rent bikes and explore Heritage Harbor at your own pace, fly a kite in the open spaces, or cozy up by a community fire pit and share stories under the stars. Kayaks, pontoons, and Hobie boards are ready for water-loving explorers, while local craft breweries, wineries, and charming downtown Ottawa shops add a dash of flavor to your getaway. Whether you’re chasing thrills or just chasing the sunset, there’s something for everyone.

This Must Be The Place is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team at Heritage Harbor.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadlock

About the area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is on a river. Reddick Mansion and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skydive Chicago or Grundy County Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Washington Square Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Skydive Chicago - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 20 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This Must be the Place | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Washington Square Park and Appellate Court. Reddick Mansion and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

5.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lisa D.

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

I was not impressed

I booked the house for a work trip for three weeks. The grill was filthy, rusted, and the electronic ignite didn't work. It took two weeks to get a replacement. When the replacement arrived, the old one was left there as well. No grill brush provided to clean it and no cover to protect it from the rain. The carpet on the stairs and upstairs in the bunkbed room was dirty with dark spots. The outdoor patio furniture was dirty and torn. Housekeeping attempted to launder it but ended up throwing the cushions in the trash. Replacements were ordered but would not arrive during my stay. That means I wasn't able to use my balcony my entire stay. I have photos of everything. The bedroom didn't have curtains so I was awake every morning as the sun came up and the tv was in the closet leaving little to no space to hang my clothes. This property is probably fine for a night or two but not three weeks. I enjoyed the area and walking in the mornings before work so it wasn't all bad. I would rent in the area again but not this particular property.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanie Ramos

The grounds are always a great property to walk around.

The grounds are always a great property to walk around. Looking forward to coming back next year. The team was welcoming and answered all my questions. We were late check in and everything was perfect. We will be definitely visit again.
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8/10 Good

Ronald Burton

Overall it was great, relaxing and far better than expected considering the weather was not ideal.

Overall it was great, relaxing and far better than expected considering the weather was not ideal. All of the staff seemed very friendly
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8/10 Good

Ronald Burton

Overall it was great, relaxing and far better than expected considering the weather was not ideal.

Overall it was great, relaxing and far better than expected considering the weather was not ideal. All of the staff seemed very friendly
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8/10 Good

Angela Burl

C

Comfortable Very friendly
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy Cowden

We enjoyed our stay! New coffee maker needed:) and odor from utility closet.

We enjoyed our stay! New coffee maker needed:) and odor from utility closet....we poured water in the drain to lessen the emitting smell. Excellent

8/10 Good

Lynn B., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Red cottage retreat

The cottage was clean and cozy. The second "bedroom" is just a den, with a room divider screen for privacy. The twin bunk beds are not stacked, but are side by side. If you plan to use the kitchen, be sure to bring a few things that are missing: whisk, hot pads, sponge for dishes. Also, bring your own laundry detergent if you plan to do any laundry (families with kids take note!). It was overall adequate for our needs staying in the area to explore the big state parks. The area was quiet (it was off-season), and even though communications said we needed a parking permit, none was left for us in the cottage, and outreach to the management team via text received no reply. I suspect this is a bigger issue during the high season.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

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

Great for a short getaway

Cozy cabin outside of Ottawa and a short drive to Starved Rock. The second bedroom is an open den—not a separate bedroom with a door, although there was a screen in the master bedroom closet for a little more privacy. I wasn’t able to reach management after hours when I realized there were no sheets or blankets for the sofa bed but they did respond once the office reopened in the morning. Overall a good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie Mansor

Property was super clean! The only thing that was an issue was the pool.

Property was super clean! The only thing that was an issue was the pool. The pool was extremely dirty with dead bugs. Rich was super kind and wen above and beyond in helping with the booking! Also, the two gentlemen at the marina were super friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy Abruscato

Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Loved the pools, playground for my grandson and really enjoyed the Pontoon boat. I was very happy to see that it was all cleaned and wiped down before we were allowed to board.
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth Gabianelli

This is the absolute perfect family get away! Everything we needed was right outside our door, yet

This is the absolute perfect family get away! Everything we needed was right outside our door, yet we were comfortably socially distanced. This place is the best kept secret for families looking for a get away close to home. Awesome family time And so much to do. We couldn’t Recommend this place enough! Rich was awesome!

About the host

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