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River Retreat | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 695.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
- Place, Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo
- Place, Washington Square Park
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
River Retreat | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath
Welcome to River Retreat
Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals
Set along the banks of the Illinois River, River Retreat offers comfort, charm, and breathtaking views in a cozy two-level home. With its inviting spaces and riverside setting, this cottage is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the best of Heritage Harbor.
Home Features:
From morning coffee on the screened-in porch to evenings by the fire, River Retreat combines indoor comfort with outdoor charm. Every detail is designed to make your stay effortless and memorable.
Main Level:
Step inside through the screened-in porch, the ideal spot to start or end your day with river views. The welcoming living room features a pull-out couch and electric fireplace, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. A fully equipped kitchen makes mealtimes simple and opens onto a side patio with gas grill, dining table, and extra seating for outdoor meals. A half bathroom and convenient laundry area complete the main floor.
Bedrooms:
✔ Primary Bedroom: Queen bed, ensuite bathroom, and private balcony with river views
✔ Second Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom
Outdoor Living:
Soak in stunning views from the private balcony, gather for meals on the side patio, or enjoy peaceful moments on the screened-in porch. With direct access to the riverfront and just steps from marina activities, River Retreat offers both serenity and adventure.
Parking:
One designated parking spot are included with your stay.
Perks & Amenities:
✔ 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
✔ Pull-out couch in living room
✔ Screened-in porch + private balcony
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Washer + dryer
✔ Gas grill + outdoor dining space
✔ Stunning river views
Interaction with Guests:
We’re so glad you’re here! Our local Harbor Inn team is available daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to answer questions, provide recommendations, or assist with anything you may need. We live right here in the community and love sharing our favorite spots—from craft breweries and wineries to hiking trails and downtown dining.
House Rules:
• Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
• No parties, events, or tents
• No smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine)
• No pets allowed to maintain cleanliness for all guests ($300 fine for non-compliance)
Explore & Unwind:
Heritage Harbor and Starved Rock Country offer endless opportunities for fun and adventure. Enjoy boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing along the riverbanks, or head out for hiking, biking, zip lining, sky diving, and more. For a slower pace, explore local wineries, breweries, shops, and art studios—or simply relax and take in the beauty of the riverfront.
River Retreat is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team based right here at Heritage Harbor.
Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals
Set along the banks of the Illinois River, River Retreat offers comfort, charm, and breathtaking views in a cozy two-level home. With its inviting spaces and riverside setting, this cottage is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the best of Heritage Harbor.
Home Features:
From morning coffee on the screened-in porch to evenings by the fire, River Retreat combines indoor comfort with outdoor charm. Every detail is designed to make your stay effortless and memorable.
Main Level:
Step inside through the screened-in porch, the ideal spot to start or end your day with river views. The welcoming living room features a pull-out couch and electric fireplace, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. A fully equipped kitchen makes mealtimes simple and opens onto a side patio with gas grill, dining table, and extra seating for outdoor meals. A half bathroom and convenient laundry area complete the main floor.
Bedrooms:
✔ Primary Bedroom: Queen bed, ensuite bathroom, and private balcony with river views
✔ Second Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom
Outdoor Living:
Soak in stunning views from the private balcony, gather for meals on the side patio, or enjoy peaceful moments on the screened-in porch. With direct access to the riverfront and just steps from marina activities, River Retreat offers both serenity and adventure.
Parking:
One designated parking spot are included with your stay.
Perks & Amenities:
✔ 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
✔ Pull-out couch in living room
✔ Screened-in porch + private balcony
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Washer + dryer
✔ Gas grill + outdoor dining space
✔ Stunning river views
Interaction with Guests:
We’re so glad you’re here! Our local Harbor Inn team is available daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to answer questions, provide recommendations, or assist with anything you may need. We live right here in the community and love sharing our favorite spots—from craft breweries and wineries to hiking trails and downtown dining.
House Rules:
• Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
• No parties, events, or tents
• No smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine)
• No pets allowed to maintain cleanliness for all guests ($300 fine for non-compliance)
Explore & Unwind:
Heritage Harbor and Starved Rock Country offer endless opportunities for fun and adventure. Enjoy boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing along the riverbanks, or head out for hiking, biking, zip lining, sky diving, and more. For a slower pace, explore local wineries, breweries, shops, and art studios—or simply relax and take in the beauty of the riverfront.
River Retreat is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team based right here 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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ottawa
Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Ottawa, IL
What's nearby
- OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Appellate Court - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
- Reddick Mansion - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
- Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
- Washington Square Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Subway - 8 min drive
- The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Court Street Pub - 7 min drive
- Jimmy John's - 8 min drive
- Subway - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina W.
12 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Place
Christina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good
Rhoda Zarn
15 Dec 2022
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Rhoda Zarn
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
6 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun girls weekend
Ashley K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Wendy Oolman
18 Sept 2022
I received a text message from the office 30 minutes before that my car needed to be parked at the r
Wendy Oolman
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8/10 Good
Kimberly Miller
6 Sept 2022
Overall a great stay.
Kimberly Miller
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10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey Janssen
15 Aug 2022
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Geoffrey Janssen
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8/10 Good
Jeffrey Verzak
26 July 2022
The house was a perfect size and very restful, right on the river and near the pool.
Jeffrey Verzak
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8/10 Good
Mike Sienza
26 July 2022
The only drawback was eating at Red Dog on Monday, the day before food deliveries ( what we were tol
Mike Sienza
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10/10 Excellent
David Banks
5 July 2022
We had a good time staying there and we really enjoyed the boat ride.
David Banks
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10/10 Excellent
Ernest Sirois
27 June 2022
I visited Harbor Inn with my son and his friend.
Ernest Sirois
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8/10 Good
Jennifer Rattner
24 June 2022
Please update your email to use a picture of the welcome center in its new blue paint.
Jennifer Rattner
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10/10 Excellent
JAISON LANCASTER
7 June 2022
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JAISON LANCASTER
10/10 Excellent
Callie S.
4 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend find
Callie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Sara Butterfield
5 Jan 2022
Beautiful and well kept, cozy property.
Sara Butterfield
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10/10 Excellent
Natalie DeLaurentis
20 Oct 2021
Very clean and great view.
Natalie DeLaurentis
10/10 Excellent
Casey F.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casey F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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