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Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE

Villa with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Starved Rock State Park

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Nestled in the Grand Bear Resort, this rustic Vacation Villa offers a serene retreat with comforting fireplaces and generous spaces. With a fully-equipped kitchen, 2 balconies, washer/dryer and private patio you can unwind like home. Free WIFI access allows you to stay connected while exploring the Starved Rock Area of Illinois.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE

Come relax and enjoy the fresh air in this Vacation Villa located inside the Grand Bear Resort. (PRIVITE OWN, INDEPENDET FROM GRAND BEAR RESORT, No Water Park Passes are included)
This beautiful 2-story home is decorated with rustic log style furnishings. The generous 1,800 square foot Villa sleeps 8 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, comforting fireplaces, televisions, a patio, 2 balconies, washer/dryer, kitchen & dining area.

The kitchen is complete with all major appliances dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, single cup coffee maker, toaster, dinnerware, eating utensils and basic cookware. To maximize your rental experience please consider bringing any special items you may need. There is a 24 hr convince store located inside the resort lobby, should you forget something.

-The Master bedroom features a king-size bed, pull out twin sofa sleeper, fireplace, TV, private vanity and whirl pool tub.
-The Second bedroom features 2 queen size beds, TV and balcony.
-Folding bed available
-Free WIFI access
-Special rates when booking 7 nights or more


Enjoy the get away from the bright city lights to the natural beauty and serenity of the Starved Rock Area of Illinois. An experience you won't forget with family & friends. Unwind on breathtaking hikes or kick back and toast with a glass of wine at one of the local wineries. We look forward to your stay!

Please note:
**House keeping services are not provided for stays shorter then 7 nights. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the full size washer and dryer to launder the existing towels and linens for a fresh supply.

*Villa toiletries (paper towels, toilet paper) will be provided but are based on the amount of people/duration of your stay.
Should you feel more is needed while on your stay please feel free to visit the General Store located inside GrandBear Resort.

*This Vacation Villa is privately owned and the use of some resort amenities (i.e. water park, mini golf) IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE RENTAL. Tickets must be purchased separately. And you have to call Grand Bear Lodge in advance to check for availability.
We are totally PRIVATE!! No connection with Grand Bear of any kind.

*-Discount rates when booking 7 day or more (call for details)
*-Special rates for weekly and longer stays (call for details)
*-Pets (dogs) are allowed. maximum of two dogs per stay. PET FEE APPLYS!





Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Ask before booking. Some restrictions-fees apply.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Oglesby, IL

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garzanelli's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cortileno’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE located?

Situated in Utica, this villa is within a 5-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).

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Reviews

Lifetime Memories, Hiking Trails, WIFI, Near River, Play Ground, NO CLEANING FEE Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 294 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property that was easy to find and located near all the best stuff in the area. Only complaint was the time it would take to brew a pot of coffee. Clean and accommodating space. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Great stay

Our stay was great. We loved the house it was exactly as described. The owner was very responsive and easy to reach. The property was nice and easy to find. It had plenty of room and all the necessities you could need. Overall we really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Close to Starved Rock

This was a great location to stay for hiking in Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Enjoy the state parks and Utica
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

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

Starved Rock Area

Close to 4 State Parks, great location for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

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

Staycation

Charming and Cozy little villa, you have great access to the Parks and Food and Fun
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Susie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Perfect for our hiking adventure at the state parks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

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

January visit

A very roomie and clean townhouse in an area with many things to do. It is in the middle of a resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Excellent!

We will absolutely stay here again. Excellent location, big space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Very nice villa

Comfortable, clean and well stocked! Close to hiking and town. So nice to be able to take our dog too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laine F.

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

Great Stay

This was the perfect weekend getaway retreat. Absolutely loved it. Would absolutely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

A retreat from the busyness of life

What a blessing to be able to stay in a beautiful relaxing setting that has everything needed!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene D.

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

Great stay. Clean, spacious property.

Close to hiking trails. Communication with owner was easy and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Wonderful home with everything you could possibly need.

House was great! Location was terrific for our hiking in starved rock! Got to bring our fur baby which was amazing!! Highly recommend! Thank you! Our quick trip family vacation before our girls went back to college was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly P.

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

Perfect Location

Enjoyed our stay very much. It was very spacious. Loved the gas stove and all the counter space. TV in Main Bedroom didn't work. Downstairs furniture not super comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Weekend Getaway!

Can not say enough about how clean and nice this unit is! My family had a wonderful weekend and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R.

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

Excellent

Very clean, quiet beautiful spacious villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Excellent location, great place!

It was a very homey feeling. Great place! Love to stay again in future! Communication with owner was great! Quick response!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

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

Utica Vintage Wine Festival Weekend Stay

Excellent place to stay for any events happening in downtown Utica. We appreciated the spacious Villa and being able to bring our dogs. Plenty of green space around the property for walks and the owner was more than accommodating for our last minute guests. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah S.

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

Clean, easy process

Property was very clean and well-located. Parking was plentiful and very close. Basic amenities were present and functional. It was very no-frills, but sufficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Spacious

Very nice place accommodated my family. Love the open concept . Very close to hiking tails in starved Rock. Will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Wonderful Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend. The weather was amazing (which always helps). The villa was perfect for our stay. It was equipped with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. Beds were very comfortable. Martin answered my questions promptly on the night before we arrived. Will definitely stay here again on our next overnight trip to Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN B.

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

Great Place to Stay During the Off-peak Season

My husband and I stayed here in late April because it was so close to 3 State Parks. The place was nicely decorated and big enough that we could have brought the kids and grandkids,too! Martin was quick to respond to questions we had before we arrived and we didnt need to contact him with any problems during our stay. If you choose to stay here,you will have a well-equipped kitchen if you want to make some of your own meals. You will need to bring basics like plastic wrap or foil. We were pleased with how quiet it was here,but I'm sure it gets very busy during the summer months,as it is in the middle of a resort. Beds were comfortable and the spa tub felt great after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne N.

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

Great trip

Well kept and had the amenities we wanted- including kitchen ware. Great that it is an end unit for light and by parking. We appreciated being able to bring our pups and previous pet owners were careful (no issues with marking or smells).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

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

Summer Vacation 23

Love the location. Close to everything. Could use new pillows on the beds. Wish we could have stayed longer. My puppies enjoyed the place too. Thank you for letting us have them there. Ready to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023