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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Splash Haven | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath

Welcome to Splash Haven
Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Illinois River • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals

Splash Haven is a vibrant riverside escape located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing neighborhood of Heritage Harbor. Perfect for families or friends seeking both relaxation and fun, this home offers cozy comfort, modern amenities, and easy access to the community pool. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee, enjoying the river breeze, or lounging by the pool, Splash Haven is your gateway to unforgettable memories.

Home Features:
Inside, the open-concept living room flows seamlessly into a fully equipped kitchen, making it easy to cook, connect, and unwind. A convenient half bath on the main level adds comfort, while the second level boasts two bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. The master bedroom features a private deck with river views—ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Main Level:
✔ Open-concept kitchen and living area
✔ Half bathroom

Second Level:
✔ Master Bedroom: King bed + private deck with river views + attached bathroom
✔ Second Bedroom: Queen-over-Queen bunk bed + attached bathroom

Outdoor Living:
Splash Haven is just steps from the community pool for sun-filled afternoons and laughter. The master deck provides serene river views, perfect for a quiet morning or evening unwind.

Parking:
One designated parking spaces are included with your stay.

Perks & Amenities:
✔ 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
✔ Sleeps up to 6 guests
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Private deck with river views
✔ Washer & dryer
✔ Smart TVs + Wi-Fi
✔ Access to community pool
✔ Riverside location

Interaction with Guests:
Our Harbor Inn team is on-site daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to assist 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 smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine for non-compliance)
• Pet Policy: Maximum of 2 dogs, up to 75 lbs each. $100 non-refundable pet deposit required. Dogs must be leashed outside and caged if left unattended ($300 fine for non-compliance)

Explore & Adventure:
Located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing, Splash Haven offers easy access to boating, Hobie board rentals, cruiser and fat tire bikes, and more. Downtown Ottawa is just minutes away, filled with shops, restaurants, and live entertainment. Guests can also enjoy swimming, kayaking, hiking, and other local outdoor adventures.

Splash Haven is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team at Heritage Harbor.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Heritage Harbor Ottawa
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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
$100.00 non-refundable deposit (2 pet max)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Ottawa is home to this holiday home. Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. 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 hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Washington Square Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Skydive Chicago - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 19 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House

Frequently asked questions

Is Splash Haven | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Splash Haven | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Splash Haven | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Splash Haven | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath located?

Situated in Ottawa, 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

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janell D.

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

Nice area

Great little river complex. Close to restaurants and Starved Rock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Charlie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway for Unplugging and Unwinding! We spent 4 wonderful days at this location, and overall it was exactly what we needed for a peaceful getaway. If you’re looking for a place to truly unplug and unwind, this is a great little spot.The Good:The community was wonderfully quiet during the week, creating the perfect atmosphere for relaxation. The real highlight was the dining - there’s a little restaurant called Bluegill Boathouse where we had the best blackened grouper I’ve ever tasted. Absolutely incredible!We also rented a pontoon boat from Heritage Harbor Marina, and the staff there were exceptionally friendly and helpful. They really made our day on the water special.Areas for Improvement:The bedroom TVs were quite small, which might be disappointing if you enjoy watching shows before bed. Additionally, the mattresses were somewhat uncomfortable - something to keep in mind for your stay.Bottom Line:Despite the minor comfort issues, this place delivered exactly what we were looking for - a quiet, peaceful environment perfect for disconnecting from the busy world. The excellent local dining and friendly boat rental service were wonderful bonuses. We’d definitely consider returning for another extended stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rick And Tracy Heidler

We had a great time staying in Simply Bliss on our vacation.

We had a great time staying in Simply Bliss on our vacation. The cottage had everything that we needed for our stay, we will definitely book another vacation here. All of the team members were very courteous and professional.
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10/10 Excellent

Toyetta Bryant

B

Beautiful home and super clean A breeze

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

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

Stayed here while working at nuclear plant.

I work on the road and prefer to stay in a nice clean comfortable rental. This place was all of that and more. Would definitely recommend it is worth every penny. I will be back.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good

Sandra Klassen

Simply Bliss #12 is a lovely, comfortable cottage, and I would stay there again.

Simply Bliss #12 is a lovely, comfortable cottage, and I would stay there again. I could not give the overall experience a five star rating, however, because after we entered the cottage and were in the process of settling in, we noticed that the sliding glass door on the first floor was unlocked and moreover would not lock. I consider this an unacceptable security issue. I called about 5 pm but was sent to voice mail where I left a message asking for help. I went back to the office because the voice mail and my paperwork said it would be open until 6 pm. I was hoping to talk with someone, but the office was locked and dark. Meanwhile my son who is renting another of your cottages came to look at the problem, and between the two of us we figured out how to fix it. I called back to say the door now locked, and no one needed to come. It would have been nice, however, to get a followup call from someone with an apology and to double check that all was now well.
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10/10 Excellent

Theadora Herrera

Very enjoyable.

Very enjoyable. Clean and plenty to do on property Team was great to work with. Pleasant and professional.
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10/10 Excellent

Carmella Gillespie

Simply Bliss was awesome.

Simply Bliss was awesome. Right next to the pool, and had every amenity we needed. Furniture and beds were very comfortable, we hated to leave! he location was a short drive for our group .
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10/10 Excellent

Rick And Tracy Heidler

We have been renting Cottages at Heritage Harbor for about 7 years now.

We have been renting Cottages at Heritage Harbor for about 7 years now. We rent a total of 4 cottages for a family vacation. The cottages are very comfortable, and the view of the river and harbor are beautiful. Some of us rented Paddle Boards and Electric Boats at the harbor. The staff was very friendly and easy work with. We all had a great time, looking forward to booking our next vacation at Heritage Harbor. The staff at Heritage Harbor were very courteous, we were greeted with a smile. Any problems we ran into, the staff called us back right away.
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8/10 Good

Kevin Graham

Ottawa is a lovely town and Harbor Inn is a great place to stay.

Ottawa is a lovely town and Harbor Inn is a great place to stay. Everyone was very helpful!
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8/10 Good

Brian Klassen

Overall, an excellent experience.

Overall, an excellent experience. I do want to point out one problem we had while staying at Simply Bliss, however. The pull out couch was very dusty and dirty underneath. We even saw broken glass. There were no extra sheets for the bed. If you'll advertise the house and sleeping six, I think that means the pull-out sofa needs to be as clean and ready-to-go as the rest of the beds in the house. Interacting with staff over text was easy, and I appreciate the low-contact interactions during COVID. Rich responded quickly when we asked for extra sheets to be brought to our cottage.
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8/10 Good

Lester Koryczan

In general like the concept of the resort and coming attractions.

In general like the concept of the resort and coming attractions. Would definitely come back again to explore further. Like how convenient it is to get to from Chicago Suburbs. Curious about river traffic from pleasure crafts, boats, barges etc. Not sure about the river versus a more beach and swimming type of community. Surprised there was not a single tree planted or tall vegetation. In some communities Units seem so close together so it feels cramped, patios next to air-conditioning units. Bridget was excellent in providing information about the resort, rental unit, properties available for purchase and general area amenities.

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