10/10 Excellent
Allison T.
20 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and fun experience.
Allison T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Cabin
Hike and enjoy a relaxing time at Starved Rock! Family-Size Cozy Cabin
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
North Utica, IL
- August Hill Winery Tasting Room8 min walk
- Starved Rock State Park3 min drive
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park6 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Hike and enjoy a relaxing time at Starved Rock! Family-Size Cozy Cabin
Come and enjoy a unique experience where you will fall in love with Starved Rock! Our cozy cabin is just 5 min away from Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Park with its wonderful canyons and waterfalls. Within a very short drive from this home you will not only find two state parks but two wineries, a museum, a golf course, seasonal bicycle and kayak boats for rental nearby.
Cabin has 2 bedroom with a total of 3 beds and 1 sofa bed,2 bath with laundry that will comfortably sleep 5-8people. If traveling with babies, no problem! We have a crib available upon request (preferably request before arrival) Kitchen has pots, pans and utensils to accommodate a large group including keurig coffee maker, plates and appliances. Wi-fi in unit as well as netflix and fire tv with free apps to comfortably watch movies. Board games in the first floor for entertainment and a beautiful outdoor furniture to enjoy your coffee or reading your favorite book.
Guests who are renting directly with us cannot access the indoor water park, it's currently only for hotel guests and local residents.
If you would like to purchase pool tickets please visit the Grand Bear Lodge website for availability and rates
This beautiful and peaceful cabin is located just beyond Chicago approx 1.5 hour from Ohare and 1 hour from midway.
Cabin has 2 bedroom with a total of 3 beds and 1 sofa bed,2 bath with laundry that will comfortably sleep 5-8people. If traveling with babies, no problem! We have a crib available upon request (preferably request before arrival) Kitchen has pots, pans and utensils to accommodate a large group including keurig coffee maker, plates and appliances. Wi-fi in unit as well as netflix and fire tv with free apps to comfortably watch movies. Board games in the first floor for entertainment and a beautiful outdoor furniture to enjoy your coffee or reading your favorite book.
Guests who are renting directly with us cannot access the indoor water park, it's currently only for hotel guests and local residents.
If you would like to purchase pool tickets please visit the Grand Bear Lodge website for availability and rates
This beautiful and peaceful cabin is located just beyond Chicago approx 1.5 hour from Ohare and 1 hour from midway.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
About the area
Utica
Utica is home to this cabin. Starved Rock State Park and August Hill Winery Tasting Room are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matthiessen State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
North Utica, IL
What's nearby
- August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Starved Rock State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Matthiessen State Park - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Love's Travel Stop - 4 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
- Garzanelli's - 11 min drive
- The Dugout - 10 min drive
- Back Door Lounge - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tony H.
29 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family staycation
Tony H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica W.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impromptu Mini-Vacation
Jessica W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
JAMES H.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
JAMES H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd W.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Todd W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Debra E.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family stay
Debra E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Douglas G.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Location
Relaxing
Douglas G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon F.
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hiking Weekend
Shannon F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trina J.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Husband 50th birthday getaway
Trina J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa C.
21 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Lisa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
2/10 Terrible
Leonard A.
9 Mar 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Not a cabin.
Leonard A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia T.
17 Aug 2025
Patricia T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tammy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carter N.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carter N.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanne G.
7 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joanne G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Laura S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Siobhan R.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Siobhan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
veronica r
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
veronica r
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gail G.
28 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Gail G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary B.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Gary B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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