Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago

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A room with two wooden chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a framed painting on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a double sink, a stove, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a door leading to another room.
A single-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a small front yard.
A dining area with a round wooden table surrounded by chairs, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ottawa, IL
  • Place, Starved Rock State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Matthiessen State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Starved Rock State Park and Dayton Ridge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buffalo Rock State Park and Starved Rock State Park. Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • Skydive Chicago - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 16 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 17 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Raging Waves Waterpark - 46 min drive - 69.8 km

Getting around

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Horse Ranch - Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago located?

Located in the heart of Ottawa, this golf holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Appellate Court and Reddick Mansion. Washington Square Park and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well stocked with seasoning and cookware, checking in was smooth and the house was pretty clean. Was in a convenient area and was only 30 minutes from starved rock statepark
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katie was a great host. If you are looking for quiet trip to decompress from life or the city - this is the place. All the accommodations are there and we were close to Starved Rock for our hiking adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hiking/relaxing trip

This was such a fun place! The horses and cats are so fun to watch, and there’s so much wildlife around. Very peaceful to sit around the fire pit after a day of hiking/kayaking. The house is nice and decorated beautifully too. Lovely place overall!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean, cozy, and comfortable! My only suggestion would be handholds in the tub/shower and maybe a little railing on the two steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This place has a lot of character! The amenities and decorations were really nice. Unfortunately, there were a lot of spiders throughout the entire home and in the cupboards and cabinets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Horse ranch stay

Just stayed two nights for the Scarecrow Festival. It’s very quiet property, close to downtown. It’s an older home but it was comfortable. Good strong water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Thank you for staying with us. Katie
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

nice getaway

Short drive into town! Having a full kitchen is nice, and lots of tables and spaces to hang out, play games, and a tv in the living room. The beds were a bit squeaky but comfortable. If the lights are off, be aware that there are steps from the side door up to the kitchen where the switch is! Cozy and private, which was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2024
Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
We were given the wrong key code for the house which didn’t start our trip on the best note but Katie called and gave us the correct code. The house was a nice 30 minute walk to the downtown and 20 minute drive to Starved Rock State Park. The house appeared clean on the surface but after a closer look there was crumbs on the floor in the kitchen, dust under the beds and a dust covered face mask behind one of the beds that was left from a previous guest. Small brown ants were on the kitchen table and counters. Katie brought us one ant trap, which was nice but didn’t help much. The fridge was old/rusty and leaked water on the bottom shelf. The house has a lot of potential. Katie was very quick to respond with any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
I asked Diane if there was a problem with their stay once I saw the low mark she gave. This was her response: Just that we were very cold in the evening when we sat and watched tv. We had to wrap up in blankets. During the night, it was stuffy in the bedrooms. Otherwise it was ok. She did not alert us that they had any issues. Illinois weather can change rapidly. We would have made an effort to accommodate had we been aware. Thank you, Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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