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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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Ottawa, IL

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

About this property

Prime location on the river.

Welcome to Serenity NowCottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Illinois River • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation RentalsSerenity Now is a peaceful retreat located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing neighborhood of Heritage Harbor. Nestled along the Illinois River, this home offers cozy charm, stunning water views, and multiple porches designed for relaxation. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee, dining alfresco, or winding down at sunset, Serenity Now is the perfect place to recharge.Home Features:Inside, the bright open-concept living room flows into a fully stocked kitchen, making it easy to cook and connect with family and friends. A half bath is located on the main floor for added convenience, while a seasonally screened porch and a side porch provide inviting outdoor living spaces.Main Level:✔ Open-concept kitchen and living area✔ Half bathroom✔ Screened porch + side porchSecond Level:✔ Primary Bedroom: King bed + private balcony with river views✔ Second Bedroom: Queen-over-Queen bunk bed✔ Full bathroom✔ Laundry areaOutdoor Living:Relax on the screened porch, soak in river views from the private balcony, or gather on the side porch for quiet moments by the water.Parking:One designated parking spaces are included with your stay.Perks & Amenities:✔ 2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms✔ Sleeps up to 6 guests✔ Fully equipped kitchen✔ Screened porch + side porch✔ Private balcony with river views✔ Washer & dryer✔ Smart TVs + Wi-Fi✔ Riverfront locationInteraction 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 parties, events, or tents• No smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine for non-compliance)• No pets allowed to ensure the highest quality and cleanliness ($300 fine for non-compliance)Explore & Adventure:Located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing, Serenity Now places you near both the water and the heart of the Heritage Harbor community. Guests can enjoy swimming, kayaking, biking trails, and community fire pits, or explore local favorites like zip lining, sky diving, hiking trails, and craft beverage tastings. Downtown Ottawa is just minutes away, filled with shops, restaurants, and live entertainment.Serenity Now is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team at Heritage Harbor.
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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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Reddick Mansion and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Ottawa, IL

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bianchis Pizza Downtown - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Now | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prime location on the river.?

As of Apr 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prime location on the river. on Apr 24, 2026 start from $236, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Now | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Now | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Now | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of Washington Square Park and Appellate Court. Reddick Mansion and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and the peace we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin T.

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

Quick socially distanced getaway

Heritage Harbor is an in-progress community that will be amazing when its complete.We rented "Somewhere Else",a cute 2 story cottage right on the river with amazing views.The decor was super cute...but a few suggestions: the master bedroom really needs a ceiling fan and a better bed frame.The room was stuffy even with AC on and the bedframe squeaked with the slightest move, despite the matress being comfy. There are also LOTS of river bugs that get in the house...not a huge deal, but annoying. The renter ahead of us left the grill a mess and when I went to clean it, the grease trap was FILLED with cigarette butts! Ewww...otherwise, a nice cottage and lots to do: swimming, boating.The onsite restaurant has a great lobster quesedilla!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN TOMPOS

Very nice experience.

Very nice experience. Olivia was very nice.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alicia Miller

The property was nice.

The property was nice. The views of the river were wonderful. Everyone was nice at checkin.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alicia Miller

The property was nice.

The property was nice. The views of the river were wonderful. Everyone was nice at checkin.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alicia Miller

The property was nice.

The property was nice. The views of the river were wonderful. Everyone was nice at checkin.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alicia Miller

The property was nice.

The property was nice. The views of the river were wonderful. Everyone was nice at checkin.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jaison Lancaster

The employees are superb.

The employees are superb. Such a pleasure to deal with. Will be back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda B.

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

Just What We Needed

The hubby and I wanted a peaceful weekend getaway to relax and unplug. This place delivered! The property was beautiful inside and out. The waterfront views were gorgeous, the neighbors friendly, and property cozy, clean, and welcoming! We will be booking a stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Willie Herod

W

We had a great time Great
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Crystal Hayden

There was some confusion about how to use the TV some directions would be nice and other remotes did

There was some confusion about how to use the TV some directions would be nice and other remotes didn't even have any batteries. The room with the balcony was very nice for my mom. But as two adults when our cottage was changed and told to be an upgrade with two adults it would have been nice if the second room wasn't bunk beds. But being right on the water the view was very nice. I did have to call back to get a new email sent to me for a change of rooms that was never fully explained to me but when I did get someone she took care of ot right away
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Crawford

We loved our stay.

We loved our stay. The pool was in beautiful condition and everything in the resort is kept nice and clean. All the staff were amazing but the Marina Staff were especially nice to work with. Also I asked one of the grounds keepers for extra firewood and it was there within hours and split nicely.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Manley

The stay was great.

The stay was great. The one negative is the directions to the property. It is very difficult to see the home numbers and the parking numbers. The directions gave multiple addresses and it took a while to figure it out.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Vavra

This place has it all! Boat rentals, wonderful restaurant, nice walking path and a wonderful view fr

This place has it all! Boat rentals, wonderful restaurant, nice walking path and a wonderful view from the front porch. We will be back! All the people at the marina were Super nice as was the restaurant staff. Rich was also very nice
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Vermillion

We had an excellent experience, we will be back! When we arrived the door code did not work.

We had an excellent experience, we will be back! When we arrived the door code did not work. I called the office and they fixed the problem right away. They were very pleasant to work with. I really liked the text message updates about arrival and departure instructions. This is really helpful so emails do not need to be revisited.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michalene Foster

Only question would be, is there a way to do a rental without having to pay a booking fee of almost

Only question would be, is there a way to do a rental without having to pay a booking fee of almost an extra $100.00? I like the area so much & would love to stay more often! I only spoke with Curry(spelling?). He was always so very down to earth & friendly & always got the job done!! Our server on Thurs. night at Red Dog, also was personable & we had a nice dining experience.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Erin Traynor

The owners of the cottage next to ours were very friendly and welcoming.

The owners of the cottage next to ours were very friendly and welcoming. They didnt treat us as renters,which reflecys well of the community. Everyone who walked by or jogged by ,as we sat on the porch ,said hello. Very nice. Rich quickly resolved a minor issue we had with the key pad and was very friendly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina Galante

V

Very nice location and was clean The marina staff were excellent
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Zack Weber

We enjoyed the abundance of activities! Tammy is great to with plus very helpful, super friendly,

We enjoyed the abundance of activities! Tammy is great to with plus very helpful, super friendly, accommodating and resourceful. Rich Crum provided awesome customer service. Jeremy was very knowledgeable and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Walsh

r

really great staff

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