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Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park

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Dining
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Starved Rock State Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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North Utica, IL
  • Place, Starved Rock State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Matthiessen State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park

Located in North Utica, this charming cabin offers 2 bedrooms with a king bed, queen bed, and sofa bed, along with 2 bathrooms featuring a jetted bathtub. The living room provides additional space with a cozy sofa bed. The property backs up to Starved Rock State park making this place the perfect nature get-away. It also boasts several activities for families as it is located on Grand Bear Lodge indoor water park resort (admission to waterpark not included in stay, but can be purchased separately). Explore the charm of downtown Utica where you’ll find several restaurants and bars with small town Midwest vibes. Guests can enjoy WiFi, AC, heating, an iron, washing machine, and a hair dryer. Step into this marvelous retreat and create unforgettable memories during your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Garbage that needs to be disposed of can be tied in trash bags and left in front of home, across the street, in front of the trees. (Collected daily)
Please do not leave your dog unattended, if they bark. There are a lot of neighbors in our community and we need to be respectful of their space. Thx!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4206532vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Utica

Utica is home to this cabin. I&M Canal Visitor Center and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Starved Rock State Park and Deer Park Country Club. Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post are also worth visiting.
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North Utica, IL

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Skydive Chicago - 23 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cortileno’s - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Garzanelli's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy 2-bedroom cabin steps away from starved rock state park located?

Situated in Utica, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Starved Rock State Park. Matthiessen State Park and Mix's Trading Post are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

maureen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo.The kitchen fry pans need replacing. Very comfortable beds and beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ABRAHAM G R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy villa that gave my family a wonderful time together—making great memories before school started, relaxing with good books, and enjoying the water park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and centrally located to take advantage of the state parks and downtown area. Perfect for our weekend get-a-way!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
One of the best rental property we have stayed so far. Spacious, clean and well organized.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

Wonderful

We were very surprised how spacious this property is. The decor was awesome. Very comfortable to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

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

Great weekend getaway

Beautiful area and nice property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobby B.

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

Anniversary get away

We had a very relaxing stay which was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing!! Really tranquil. All that you would expect and more!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ada W.

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

Beautiful place

Perfect place to stay. My fiancé and I loved it. The location was close to starved rock, which made it even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place. Very clean and plenty of room with all of the essentials. Also the fact that we could take our dog was a plus. Host easy to get ahold of, very helpful and understanding for us newbies. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean. There was a little odor of cat urine possibly. The host was very prompt when returning my emails. She was very pleasant and helpful. I would definitely refer the cabin to people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva M.

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

Peace and quiet

We left from Chicago to get some peace and quiet. It was such a relief to hear no fireworks except the controlled ones. The townhome cabin was beautiful and perfect. The grounds were very clean and fun to stroll around. All in all definitely coming back for more peace and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Navigating to the right unit was a little tough, as everything looks exactly the same, but once we found the unit, check in was easy, although the parking spaces in front of our unit were both in use. kitchen was stocked with materials and supplies; we especially appreciated the Keurig coffee machine! The wifi was easy to access. Linens and beds were quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leighton and Joanna Y.

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

Ladies birthday outing

This was such a fun get away for our group of ladies! The theme of the interior was exactly what i was hoping for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian and Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pretty nice

Quiet setting, very close to neighbors, mattresses felt springs and not comfortable, several spiders on the floor and many ants on the counters. The unit was nicely decorated with open concept. Very few TV channels, not a smart TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ernst S.

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

Wanted to give 5 stars

This is meant to be fair and constructive. First, I would not call this a cozy cabin. It is a wooded development of dozens of identical 4-unit townhouses. Some are rentals, some are private residences. This "cottage" is one of four 2-story units in one of those buildings. It is a nice area.The place was clean and nicely decorated like a rustic cabin. Kitchen is modern and well-equipped. Furniture is nice. The two bathrooms are modern and clean. There three decent TVs throughout, but the batteries in two of the remotes were dead. It took a while to figure out this is why we couldn't operate them!The listing says it sleeps 9. I wouldn’t want to be there with 9 lol. There is a nice king bed in one bedroom that has the hot tub. Another bedroom has two queens. Add a sofa... well, you see the practical limitations.Now about that hot tub. It's modern, works well, and perfect for a loving couple. EXCEPT the water heater downstairs can't supply enough hot water to fill it! We couldn't fill it properly with warm water before the hot water gave out. I had to boil water on the stove downstairs. Six trips with the two biggest pots, and we were finally ready to turn on the bubbles.There are two gas fireplaces. The one upstairs wouldn’t come on. The one downstairs lit (just a wall switch), the glass cover was almost completely black with soot, so we could hardly see the flames.Didn’t contact the owner. I'm sure she's very nice and will address the issues. Give her a try.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jillian Koren

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Hi! This is our first rental property and we are so excited to share it with others! We love exploring and being in nature which is what drew us to this cozy cabin in Utica. We hope all enjoy this space as much as we do! :)

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