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Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5694 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ottawa, IL
  • Buffalo Rock State Park
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Skydive Chicago
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath

Welcome to Our Happy Place on the River
Cottages at Herons Landing Neighborhood • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals

Tucked into the quiet west end of the Cottages at Herons Landing neighborhood, Our Happy Place on the River is a cozy, well-appointed cottage perfect for a peaceful retreat or family getaway. With charming river views, inviting outdoor spaces, and a cheerful, beachy vibe, this home is ideal for guests looking to relax, explore, and make lasting memories.

Home Features
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests, thanks to two additional loft sleeping areas. From the spiral staircase to the screened-in porch, every corner offers comfort, fun, and a touch of whimsy.

Main Level Living
The open-concept main level includes a cozy living area with HDTV and DVD player, a full kitchen with everything you need, and a queen bedroom.

Also on this floor:

Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, microwave, coffee maker, and more
Full bathroom with shower
Queen bedroom with closet
Comfortable living room with smart TV

Loft Spaces
Loft 1: Two twin beds, accessed via spiral staircase
Loft 2: One twin bed, accessed via captain’s ladder—perfect for a kid’s hideout or an adventurous sleeper

Outdoor Space
Covered screened-in front porch with cozy seating and views of the water
Side patio with gas grill
Open grassy area in front, great for games or gathering
Less than a minute’s walk to the community fire pit and waterfront access

Parking
One designated spot located just outside the home, with nearby overflow parking available.

Perks & Amenities
✔ 1-bedroom | 1-bathroom | 2 lofts
✔ Sleeps up to 5 guests
✔ Smart TV + DVD player
✔ Screened-in porch with waterfront views
✔ Full kitchen with cookware & appliances
✔ Steps to river walk and harbor walk
✔ High-speed Wi-Fi
✔ Community fire pit access
✔ Gas grill
✔ Located in Cottages at Herons Landing

Interaction with Guests
Thanks for choosing Our Happy Place on the River! The Harbor Inn team is based right here in the community and available daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Whether you need help with something at the home or a recommendation for brunch, we’re just a quick message or phone call away.

House Rules
Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
No parties, tents, or events
No smoking anywhere on the property — a $500 fee applies for violations

Pet Policy
Please note that Our Happy Place on the River is not pet-friendly. To ensure a clean and allergen-free stay for all guests, we kindly ask that no animals be brought into the home. A $300 fine applies for violations.

Our Happy Place On The River is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team based right here at Heritage Harbor.

Property manager

Heritage Harbor Ottawa
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Amenities

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Ottawa

Located in Ottawa, this holiday home is on a river. LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum and Streatorland Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Starved Rock State Park and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skydive Chicago or Grundy County Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Washington Square Park - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Skydive Chicago - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 20 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Our Happy Place On The River | 1 Bed, 1 Bath located?

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Beautiful cottage!!

Our stay at this cottage was wonderful! Very clean! Had everything we needed! And the management team was fantastic and made it seamless for us to book more days! We can not say enough good things about our stay! Will definitely stay there again and HIGHLY recommend to anyone who lives in the area or out of town to stay at this beautiful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Trina Viaene

We loved our stay! Beautiful property! We cbooked our stay for my husband’s birthday and for the

We loved our stay! Beautiful property! We cbooked our stay for my husband’s birthday and for the Jaws float night. We enjoyed the float night but it was very unorganized. I would like to see tickets sold and time slots for entering the water. Maybe sell tickets online to help control the amount of people and a link to fill out the forms prior to the float. They were also taking boats out of the water at the time we were supposed to enter which caused a delay. Everyone we felt with was great. Super welcoming and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Randy Newton

Very nice resort.

Very nice resort. We will definitely be back next year. Check in staff at the welcome center we’re very nice and helpful. Our access keypad didn’t accept the passcode we were given and the welcome staff member came to our cottage to let us in.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah Mickelson

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Great place for vacation! Robin was great! Had all the answers to our questions and everything was planned well!
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8/10 Good

Julie Peterson

We will definitely return.

We will definitely return. Responsive.
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Krivanec

Loved every minute.

Loved every minute. Will be back very soon! Everyone went above and beyond to make my stay awesome....and it was!
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8/10 Good

Christina Scott

The area and house were both beautiful and tranquil.

The area and house were both beautiful and tranquil. We will definitely be back. Thank you We didn't really need to work with any members of your team because everything was perfect.

8/10 Good

Pamela A.

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

Our Happy Place #2

The unit was well-equipped with most everything you need. It was clean and orderly, other than a few dusty lamps and nik-naks here and there. The ladder to the front loft if quite dangerous, and the steps are pitched strangely...definitely for kids to ascend only! The rear loft was nice. The only real disappointment was the view. The pictures online are a bit misleading.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
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8/10 Good

Lori Habenicht

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Parking is an issue

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Parking was a bit of a problem

Loved the cottage! Parking was a bit of a problem though. Very congested, tight parking area. We stayed there near the end of October. I can't imagine how the parking situation would be in the height of summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Omiecinski

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Always a pleasure! :)
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8/10 Good

Charity Miska

Please see my above statement regarding the cleanliness of the house we stayed in.

Please see my above statement regarding the cleanliness of the house we stayed in. We didn't run into too many staff people, but the people we did interact with were great!
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10/10 Excellent

Matt Kroll

Thank you beyond words for everything it was a blast for the family.

Thank you beyond words for everything it was a blast for the family. Easy and quick. The process to rent was the easiest I’ve ever had to deal with in over 10 years. Love the staff and location.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Lather

This cottage was adorable.

This cottage was adorable. Perfect for two of us. Spotless and clean. Had everything we needed for the weekend. This cottage was adorable. Perfect for two of us. Spotless and clean. Had everything we needed for the weekend.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane Montero

Our cottage was picture perfect and extremely clean upon arrival.

Our cottage was picture perfect and extremely clean upon arrival. It was comfortable and relaxing. The views from just about every window were amazing! The outdoor spaces were charming and inviting. Overall a fantastic experience! Anthony was extremely accommodating and helpful with our check-in. Very welcoming and professional.
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10/10 Excellent

Rich And Mary Eischen

Very peaceful, very beautiful and very enjoyable.

Very peaceful, very beautiful and very enjoyable.

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