10/10 Excellent
Carrie E.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together.
Carrie E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
North Utica, IL
- Starved Rock State Park3 min walk
- Matthiessen State Park12 min walk
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park1 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Living Room 1
2 Large Single Sofa Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!
Come enjoy a wonderful family vacation at our cozy villa at Grand Bear Resort. After a day of hiking at Starved Rock, gather around the fireplace for some warm and cozy evenings in our spacious two-story cabin, or relax in the jacuzzi for the ultimate comfort. We also have lots of fun activities right at the cabin, including a Pacman Retro Arcade and giant games of checkers and Jenga!
Our charming vacation villa is nestled in a beautiful wooded area and is perfect for families or groups, accommodating up to eight to nine people. The two-story villa has 1,800 square feet of space and features a cozy living room with a fireplace and a TV, plus a kitchen and dining area. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even a patio, along with a full-size washer and dryer. You can unwind on one of the two balconies while enjoying lovely views of the surrounding trees. The kitchen has everything you need, including major appliances, a coffee maker, a toaster, dishes, utensils for eight people, and basic cooking tools. The Master Bedroom is a spacious escape with a king-size bed, a fireplace, a TV, a private vanity, and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom comes with two queen-size beds and its own TV. Additional 2 sofa beds located on the main floor,
Note: We are not associated with the Waterpark
Our charming vacation villa is nestled in a beautiful wooded area and is perfect for families or groups, accommodating up to eight to nine people. The two-story villa has 1,800 square feet of space and features a cozy living room with a fireplace and a TV, plus a kitchen and dining area. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even a patio, along with a full-size washer and dryer. You can unwind on one of the two balconies while enjoying lovely views of the surrounding trees. The kitchen has everything you need, including major appliances, a coffee maker, a toaster, dishes, utensils for eight people, and basic cooking tools. The Master Bedroom is a spacious escape with a king-size bed, a fireplace, a TV, a private vanity, and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom comes with two queen-size beds and its own TV. Additional 2 sofa beds located on the main floor,
Note: We are not associated with the Waterpark
Property manager
Eduardo
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Hot tub
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Utica
Utica is home to this villa. Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Starved Rock State Park and Deer Park Country Club. Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
North Utica, IL
What's nearby
- Starved Rock State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
- August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
- Buffalo Rock State Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 6 min drive
- Casey's - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- The Rootbeer Stand - 9 min drive
- Back Door Lounge - 6 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
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