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Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath

Holiday home in Ottawa with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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

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

Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath

Welcome to Red Anchor
Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals

Your riverside escape awaits at Red Anchor, a cozy and inviting retreat with peaceful water views. With its charming screened-in porch, thoughtful amenities, and comfortable layout, this cottage is designed for relaxation, connection, and memory-making.

Home Features:
This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom cottage blends charm and convenience, perfect for couples, friends, or small families looking to unwind along the river.

Main Level:
Enter through the screened-in porch, where you’ll love sipping coffee with serene river views. Inside, the welcoming living room features a pull-out sleeper sofa, an electric fireplace for cozy nights in, and plenty of space to gather. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for easy meals and opens to a side patio with outdoor dining, lounge seating, and a gas grill—perfect for entertaining. A half bath and laundry area round out this level.

Bedrooms:
✔ Primary Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom and access to a private river-view balcony
✔ Second Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom
✔ Living Room: Pull-out sleeper sofa for added flexibility

Outdoor Living:
Relax on the screened-in front porch, enjoy dinner on the side patio, or step out to your private balcony for tranquil views of the river. Red Anchor is all about blending indoor comfort with outdoor charm.

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

Perks & Amenities:
✔ 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | plus sleeper sofa
✔ Fully equipped kitchen + gas grill
✔ Screened-in porch + private river-view balcony
✔ Washer + dryer
✔ Walkable to marina, pickleball, trails, and dining
✔ Minutes from downtown Ottawa

Interaction with Guests:
We love sharing our community with you! Our local team is available daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and happy to help with recommendations, rentals, or anything you might need during your stay.

House Rules:
• Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
• No parties, events, or tents
• No smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine)
• No pets allowed ($300 fine for non-compliance)

Explore & Unwind:
Your stay at Heritage Harbor puts you in the center of adventure—swimming, boating, pickleball, biking the I&M Canal, live music, outdoor dining, and more. Want gear? Rent a pontoon, jet ski, hobie board, cruiser bike, or fat tire bike right from the marina.

Red Anchor is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team based right here at Heritage Harbor.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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

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

About the area

Ottawa

Ottawa is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park, while LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum and Streatorland Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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 - 7.1 km
  • Washington Square Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 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) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Anchor | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath located?

Situated in Ottawa, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 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

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linnea J.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed our stay liked the cottage and how it's decorated. The location is perfect close by to all amenities. Liked the dock layed on it and foated up and down. Did not get to the restaurant but it was packed every night and it was because of pandemic we did not venture in. Live band played in marina could hear it on hill across didn't have to go to the bar to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn G.

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

Staycation

We had a great time staying at the Red Anchor. It was charming, clean, and cozy. The location was great, close to Red Dog, and not far from downtown Ottawa. Heritage Harbor was the perfect getaway for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin Graham

I would definitely stay there again.

I would definitely stay there again. I didn't have a lot of interaction but the small amount of interaction was positive.
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Marr

I love Heritage Harbor.

I love Heritage Harbor. The setting is beautiful and the cottages are very clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael Christie

Overall a good experience.

Overall a good experience. I jus wish the sheets would have been cleaner in the guest bedroom. There is just something about stained sheets when your staying in someone else’s bed that makes you a little uncomfortable. Very friendly and made plans for our late arrival
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon Sabin

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We will be back She was very helpful

10/10 Excellent

Lori U.

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

Stone’s Throw

Great location and house. River views and close to everything at resort. Rented pontoon boat for half day. Crew very helpful and boat was great! Red Dog restaurant very understaffed. Went for lunch and left after 20 minutes when no server came to our table. Only suggestion for the house would be to install ceiling fans in LR and bedrooms
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10/10 Excellent

Carol Grossman

We will return Professionals who take care of all of the details while you are visiting the Harbor!

We will return Professionals who take care of all of the details while you are visiting the Harbor! No stone is left unturned... the real estate tour was extremely informative and the boat tour gave us a glimpse of River history.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

We appointed house.

This is a beautiful area with a marina. There's lots to do in the area and it's a nice place to just hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Judy Killday

Beautiful area.

Beautiful area. Heritage Harbor was an excellent place to relax after a fun day of hiking in some beautiful canyons. I did not have any direct or phone contact with any team members. All communication re: arrival and closing up was completed in written instructions via email or text.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob Lentz

Very comfortable & relaxing, loved the location, all of our needs were met.

Very comfortable & relaxing, loved the location, all of our needs were met. Booked through VRBO, couldn’t have been easier or more convenient!

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

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

Great family getaway

Enjoyed a spring break getaway not far from Chicago. Tidy & comfortable house on the Illinois River close to Starved Rock. Looking forward to coming back in the summer for boating, swimming, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy Conrad

Overall, the place is amazing! Love being right on the water & being able to rent a boat from the p

Overall, the place is amazing! Love being right on the water & being able to rent a boat from the property. Also enjoy the tiki bar & music. Would definitely consider staying again! Very helpful, rented a pontoon boat & they were also very helpful
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas Carroll

Anthony and Rich were great to work with and helped make out stay great.

Anthony and Rich were great to work with and helped make out stay great.

About the host

Hosted by Heritage Harbor Ottawa

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