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Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

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Living area
Private kitchen
Exterior
Dining
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Conveniently located right off Rt. 6 for quick and easy access to the parks.
Enjoy this cool Starved Rock Country Bungalow.
Only 10 minutes to Starved Rock, Matthiessen or Buffalo Rock State Parks.
Walk to downtown for great local dining, wine and spirits tasting, boutique and antique shopping plus tons of other fun outdoor activities like horseback riding, bike rentals and trails and the I & M Canal.

This spacious two bedroom home has everything you need for a great getaway: fast Wi-fi, large Smart TV, roomy living room with separate dining area for six, fully stocked kitchen, game room with pub table, darts, foosball table and patio deck with gas grill and table/chairs.

If you have a dog, a pet fee is required: $25.00 / per stay. Maximum two dogs. NO CATS ARE ALLOWED. Simply let me know in your introductory email that you are bringing your dog and I will send the fee request. Thanks!

The home sleeps 6 guests.
Relax in beds with memory hybrid mattresses.
Both bedrooms have a queen bed and convenient USB chargers.
There is also a new, queen size sleeper sofa in the living room.

Get your chef on in the fully stocked kitchen with cookware and dinnerware for six. A multi-unit USB outlet is conveniently located at the large counter/workstation.

The bathrooms are stocked with fresh towels and all the basic amenities.

This home is full of bright graffiti artwork and retro touches.

(Major Holiday Weekends can only be booked for a minimum of Friday-Monday.)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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)
NO CATS ALLOWED
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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
Cashless transactions are available
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

La Salle

La Salle is home to this vacation home. Starved Rock State Park and Deer Park Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dickinson House and Mix's Trading Post. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Salle, IL

What's nearby

  • Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Illinois & Michigan Canal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hegeler Carus Mansion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Baker Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Pourhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Machelles Backstreet - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rephils - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nina's Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Dugout - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! on May 27, 2026 start from $135, 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 Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! located?

This family-friendly La Salle vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat, Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail, and Hegeler Carus Mansion. Illinois & Michigan Canal and Baker Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and provided lots of information, and even left us treats for our dog! The house was very spacious, well-appointed, and clean, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the kitchen space and was able to cook many meals. The rooms were awesome and we were able to have fun using the dart board! Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at Elaine's properties. They are warm and homey. Everything you need is there for you and it's an added bonus we can bring our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave N Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Joliet is a very well equipped and convenient location for visiting the Illinois Valley for whatever reason.Starved Rock State Park, LaSalle, Peru, Utica, Oglesby… all very nearby.Clean, Convenient, Cute Accommodation.I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Great host

Great host, great house, great vacation. Thank you for letting us stay in your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Home away from home

Once again we’ve enjoyed this property! The location to Starved Rock and local eateries and shopping can’t be beat ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful bungalow That had everything I needed And was also dog friendly. The location was on a busy street but it wasn't Off putting. It was a short drive to the state park and an easy walk into downtown for restaurants It was nice to have a garage to park in and there was a back deck to hang out on. The beds were comfortable And I appreciated The welcome note And the treats and supplies for my dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

May trip

Great place! Will use again if available!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Small town cosy

We loved the house and being able to walk into town. Enjoyed local restaurants, shopping, and most of all taking the 1800s canal boat ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Weekend Getaway

Large garage to park in. Check in was very easy. Good amount of space for my husband and 2 dogs. Kitchen was spacious and had everything needed for cooking. The information book left was very helpful. Thank you we had a great stay, and the dogs loved the treats and toys!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

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

Anniversary stay

Great place to relax after full days of hiking Very nice kitchen. Bed was comfortable. Lots of nice little touches
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela V.

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

Nice little house

Great location, not noisy at night for being on a main road. House is far more spacious than i thought it would be.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

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

Nice accommodations near Starved Rock

Nice, roomy old house - great for two couples with plenty of room to spread out and relax after hiking with comfortable beds. Loved all the little touches - handwritten welcome note, toiletries in case you forget any and lots of seasonings and condiments in a fully stocked kitchen. Super close to Starved Rock and nice winery and breweries.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Home away from home delight

This was the perfect location for our goal to unplug and get into nature for a long weekend with all the hiking and nature nearby. The house was roomy and had everything we needed to cook and relax and spend time together. Elaine was the perfect host. The property was spotlessly clean. All the little details were appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Starved Rock

This house was perfect. We needed a place to stay near Starved Rock & this cute little house was leaps and bounds above staying in a hotel room for pretty much the same price honestly. Would stay again if we find ourselves in the area in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rylen C.

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

Excellent Stay for Weekend Getaway

Myself and my two brothers stayed at the Joliet for a weekend spring break fishing trip. The house was perfect as it was only ten minutes away from Starved Rock and very close to a lot of good restaurants. The house was very clean and comfortable as well. We had a great stay and created many great memories. Thanks so much for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GAYLE K.

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

Clean

Place was clean and comfortable. Nice location. Well stocked. Had little extras for our pet that was nice. Would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

4th of July family vacation.

Property was as listed, very nice and we had a great time with no issues with it. And Elaine was good enough to provide us with a listing of things to do during our holiday stay. Much thanks and if we decide to go to the same area again we will definitely stay at the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Lovely Cottage

Such a lovely little cottage close to Starved Rock State Park. Elaine was very communicative and made us feel welcomed. She even thought to welcome our pups too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

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

Cute home, comfortable stay

We stayed two nights. The home was clean and had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable, and we appreciated all the extra touches. We all said we would stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Lovely and cute place!

This house is adorable. Our 5 year old daughter loved the “game room.” We felt right at home and enjoyed the charming town of La Salle. It was a comfortable place to relax after full days hiking at Matthiessen and Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Quilting Retreat

In LaSalle for 5 day quilting retreat a short walk from the house downtown. Two sisters and a friend also came. Really enjoyed the space. Plenty of room, good kitchen and several places for gathering inside and outside. Would definitely book again. No clue what the wine experience question refers to.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

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

Cozy Bungalow in LaSalle

Charming, Cozy bungalow in LaSalle close to state parks. Very clean and well-appointed . The owner provided dog treats, dishes and a toy as we were traveling with our dog. There is a small game room with foosball, darts, games, books and toys for children as well. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

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

Just right

Met all our needs. Clean,organized and everything worked.The old records were a nice touch
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

The Joliet

The house was great. Excellent communication with the house manager. Good location with family and friends near by. Hiking at the parks were wonderful. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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