This listing was perfect for my family of three. It was extremely easy to get to and we had plenty of space. Gail was extremely accomodating and took every measure to make sure we were comfortable. She insisted on providing some things for breakfast as well (bagels, fruit, cereal, juice, & coffee). The driveway had gotten icy before we arrived and Gail even made sure to put salt out around where we were going to park to make it safer for us. All in all, we very comfortable and Gail made us feel extremely welcome.

It's ideal for any type of visit to the area. It's very private, quiet, and relaxing with the comfort and cleanliness you would expect from top-flight accommodations.

Gail did a great job of making us feel welcome.

My friends and I enjoyed staying with Gail! Even though we unfortunately did not get to meet her, her husband was extremely accommodating and friendly! We had everything we could have wanted, and the privacy of staying in the finished basement was very nice. The location was great; very close to the interstate, gas, restaurants, etc.

Gail was an amazing host and is just an all around great person. She was super helpful in finding the place, despite Airbnb gps putting us on the wrong track. She was quick to offer a cold drink, and eveything about her wonderful home was comfortable, clean, and welcoming. She even put out a nice little spread for us the next morning for breakfast. Would highly recommend!

Great, welcoming place to stay when your travels bring you to the Starved Rock area. Do not hesitate to accept the gracious hospitality offered here!

The space was perfect for peaceful sleeping! I appreciate you allowing me in your home! I look forward to future stays! Thank you!

Gail and Russ are very welcoming and friendly! They are happy to please and accommodate the guests needs. I highly recommend the stay here.

Very quiet and clean place close to the park and downtown. Beds could be better but everything else is great.

Beautifully updated home in a residential neighborhood. Everything has been remodeled, including the kitchen and bath. Indoor hot tub was a plus! Brian got back to me very quickly and gave us great recommendations.

We stayed at Brian's place in order to check out the national parks in the area. It's a convenient 15 minute drive to Starved Rock and Matthiessen Park. Ottawa is a quaint downtown with more food/drink options than Utica. Brian was super helpful and quick to respond to any and all questions I had and gave great advice. The place was newly renovated and clean and well kept. I would definitely recommend staying here. Thanks Brian!

Check in was easy. Communication was responsive, and Brian even gave us some hiking advice that worked out for out small group. A grocery store just down the road was great. The place was clean and inviting. We immeadiatley felt at home. I could not have been happier with our booking. This sets a standard for Airbnb. Thanks Brian-

The place was amazing. They were there to greet us and were so warm and welcoming. The house is so beautiful and has that old charm and architecture to it. I would definitely stay there again!!!

The home is great, very big and stocked well. Pat was a great host. Very easy and pictures don't do it justice.

We had plenty of space in this beautiful historic home! What a convenience to have two garage spaces. We loved the stained glass, modern and spacious living room, and the cozy fireplace. We enjoyed the proximity to Ottawa's downtown shopping district. Thanks, Pat!

The house was more beautiful than portrayed in the images and in a wonderful area. Pat was also very accommodating. My friends and I had a wonderful weekend there.

Wonderful house for comfortable stay for 3.5 couples. The ooen floor plan was perfect for dinner and playing games. Very spacious. Ottawa is a nice little town with a cool pub, great yoga and unique salt cave. August hill winery a short 29 min drive in utica was very well appointed. The owner is a pleasure to work with.

Pat was beyond great. She was very accommodating when we arrived a little later then what we had previously discussed. The house was gorgeous and obviously well kept. We are very much looking forward to being able to stay here again. So close to Starved Rock, that it just makes sense to stay here if you're in a big group.

The house is increidble! Built in 1901, it has much of the original woodwork and decorative lighting, windows, etc. We stayed there for a girls' weekend away and found the house to be utterly charming and beautiful. The rooms were clean and all four of us found a bed that we loved. We spent much of our time in the living room, but made use of the kitchen and enjoyed exploring this turn of the century home. We were within walking distance of downtown and only a short drive to Starved Rock where we did some hiking. The value for the size and accommodations was incredible and we are already talking about when we can come back. The only negative was that it rained most of the weekend, but that had nothing to do with the lovely stay. We hope to be able to come back and enjoy it when the weather is a little nicer!

We loved this place! Very spacious and unique home. If there was anything we needed, Pat was only a phone call away. We had 8 girls staying the weekend and so it was very helpful to have so many rooms and bathrooms so everyone could get ready, and a spacious kitchen for us to prepare meals together. Definitely a great place for a group stay in Ottawa!

Great place to stay with all the comforts of home (full kitchen was awesome for cooking). Quiet neighbourhood but convenient to Starved Rock and an excellent escape from the city. Robert even met us personally to show us the space, even though we got in rather late.

We had a wonderful time at Robs place. He was so nice and the place is in a perfect location.

Robert and Hans were great. They replied promptly and Robert met us when we arrived. The room/guest house is exactly as described, if anything the photos do not do it justice. The neighborhood is quiet and Ottawa,IL was perfect for a relaxing Saturday night away from Chicago. They house is 15-20 minutes (nearly straight down the road) from Starved Rock state park, and Matthiessen state park.

First I want to say this was our first time using Airbnb and we were not sure what to expect. With that said, the experience we had with Robert and his son Hans far exceeded any expectations or thoughts we had. Hans was extremely helpful throughout the booking process and from the point Robert greeted upon arrival to him saying goodbye as we departed our stay was amazing. We highly recommend this guest house and will definitely be returning!

Checkin was a breeze. Robert was there and gave us a quick tour of the very nice stay away from home property. My husband and I stayed over the 4th of July weekend. So much better than staying in a hotel. Very private and close to downtown Ottawa. Robert was a gracious host. We had everything we needed and more. There was even a popcorn popper for the movies we watched each night there. We highly recommend staying here if you don't mind sleeping on a sofa bed. We brought a featherbed topper which helped for comfort. If you are looking for a place to stay if visiting starved rock this is your place.

Bob was a great host, super friendly, and the place was beautiful. A lot of detail was put into the place. The kitchen was wonderful, the bathroom was luxurious; the fireplace was perfect when it got a little chilly at night; we loved our stay. It was a great first stop on our cross-country road trip.

Great spot. The guest house was private, cozy, and well stocked for the weekend. Hans, Rob's son, greeted us and got us settled. As stated for a long weekend to hike Buffalo Rock, Matthiesen, and Starved Rock state parks. This rental is about 10-15 min from Matthiesen. We were able to easily get to the parks, Ottawa, and Utica. I'd highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a reasonable rental near the state parks.

Very welcoming family - felt right at home. They even provided toilettries which was generous. Kitchen fully stocked!

This is a cute place but needs a little work. Hospitality was missing this time at this place and I had seen so many nice reviews so was surprised how we were treated.

Anne and I had an amazing stay with Dana!!!! She was very welcoming and really made us feel at home. The location of the bed and breakfast is wonderful; we were able to walk to dinner when we arrived and we were able to get to all the trails within 10 minutes. The Loft Bedroom is very spacious and the bed was really comfortable. Breakfast on Sunday was AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

Dana was very responsive and accommodating to my last-minute inquiry. Reservation was a breeze. Dana's river house is across the street from the Illinois River, with pedestrian access to a river front park, with scenic view of the river and bridge. Curb appeal is pleasant and welcoming, with well-maintained open lawn, garden with blooming flowers and nice unique ornamental touches. Front porch has a cozy nook with white lawn furniture and hanging flowering baskets, perfect for afternoon tea or quiet reading. Inside of the house is tastefully decorated in classic theme, with Tiffany-glass lamps and hardwood flooring in the common living areas. Rows of windows and the open layout makes the first floor light and bright. Kitchen is contemporary with stainless steel appliances. Everywhere is spotlessly clean! The highlight of our stay is not all the above, but Dana our host. Dana truly cares about her guests. She went out of her way to make sure our one-night stay at her house was comfortable and enjoyable. She woke up at 3am in the morning and put a blanket over my son, who fell asleep late night on the living room couch; She fixed us a feast of a Sunday brunch, with fresh healthy ingredients, totally yum! Dana has an open and upbeat personality, always a pleasure to chat with. She even taught my 13-year-old how to make breakfast pizza from scratch, and encouraged him to choose the ingredients. Dana made herself readily available when needed; At other times, she left the house all to ourselves to relax and enjoy. She worked her time around our vacation plan schedule, very attentive and accommodating. I love to travel and have used various means of lodging, mostly good experiences. Dana is one of the best hosts I've stayed with... 5-star, highly recommended.

The attic is so beautiful that all of us had a really good time. Dana is so nice. She showed us around in the house and made us really feel at home. And she taught me how to use Netflix in TV and we really enjoyed it. Thanks again.

Dana and this beautiful home exceeded our expectations! Dana welcomed us as old friends (or very welcome family!). She is so attentive. It was our daughter's birthday, and there were happy birthday signs and special cupcakes for her. The room lovely, clean, comfortable. Location right where you would want to be, on the river, less than a mile into town. We were torn between leaving for our activities and staying to 'hang out.' And breakfast ---- you should go to experience for yourself. We will go back!

We had a wonderful weekend stay at Taneva's place!! Our Husky is on a dog sledding team, so my fiancé and I were in town for one of his events at Starved Rock. We had made plans last minute to make a weekend out of it, so we were having trouble finding availability at the lodge on the park grounds, let alone a place that would allow pets. I spoke with a few other Airbnb hosts in the area and no one would allow you to bring your dog until I stumbled across Taneva - she answered quickly & was happy to have him in her home! She was even sad she wouldn't be there to meet him!! Such a nice change from all the negativity we were getting :) Her house is adorable - very cute, cozy and welcoming. We were a few blocks from the downtown area and spent one of the day's walking around seeing the shops. It was a wonderful little country getaway, parts of the town are like taking a step back in time - we loved it! And across the street from the house was the cutest little glass blowing shop and gallery. The next door neighbors were even very friendly and gave us some pointers on the area. We had a nice, laid back, quiet dinner at the Row House. Taneva had everything we needed - including the biggest basket of toiletries I have ever seen! We felt right at home and would definitely stay again!!

Thank you, Taneva, for providing such a great bed! I slept well and was very close to town.

Taneva has been an excellent host. Providing all the necessary for us to enjoy our stay at Ottawa, IL.

Stayed with taneva for 2 days and honestly didn't want to leave. Beautiful house, clean and tidy, with everything you need provided. Very comfortable bed, large living space. Couldn't have asked for better. The house is very conveniently located. With lot of restaurants and market within walking distance and abundant parking space. And now the real star... Our host, couldn't have imagined someone being so friendly. Taneva is one of the nicest and most generous person i have met. She went out her way to make us feel at home. Great place. Definitely my stop whenever i visit ottawa.

Great location for walking to downtown and coffee shops, shopping, and restaurants. Great neighborhood for walking the dog and sightseeing. Convenient to Starved Rock and Matthesion Park. House is clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay there again when in the area. She made it very easy to check in and was very hospitable.

I booked with Taneva for a week after starting a new job in the area and looking for a place to live. Taneva proved to be a great and hospitable host and was able to assist with my special requests. Everything was exactly as nice as the photos, the home was in a convenient location to walk to restaurants and bars, and Taneva pointed me in the right direction with all my questions about Ottawa. I ended up closing a deal on a place of my own while I was there, otherwise I would have extended my stay with Taneva for sure.

Our stay at Taneva's apartment was fantastic. Very clean, comfortable bed, check-in was simple, and centrally located a few blocks from fun shops and a great brewery. Thanks again!

Very nice, clean and reliable (URL HIDDEN) is very organized space, highly recomend to anybody.

We really appreciated our hostess, Dana! She made us feel very welcome in her home. We made ourselves at home by using the living areas that overlook the rivers. We felt very relaxed and comfortable during our weeklong visit. Very clean and comfortable place.

Dana was a great host. She was extremely welcoming and had a very pleasing attitude. Her hospitality exceeded our expectations. The house had so much personality and the prices for the rooms were extremely reasonable. Dana took the time to make breakfast for all of her guests, something I have not experienced using Airbnb. The breakfast was phenomenal! I would highly recommend anyone visiting starved rock, Ottawa, or any nearby cities to stay with Dana. She provides a lot of amenities and lives in a fantastic neighborhood with an amazing view of the Illinois River! Honestly, one of the best Airbnb experiences I have ever had.

Very nice accommodations!

Dana is definitely a natural host. She welcomed me with open arms, showed me the whole amazing home, and then we walked downtown to celebrate Saint Patty's day with her friends! The bed was perfect, the water pressure was great, and the delicious breakfast was a culinary treat! I had so much fun visiting Ottawa and The River House B&B that I have already planned a return trip next month. Ottawa is a gem of a city and The River House is the place to stay!!!

We had an awesome stay with Dana. The house was beautiful and the breakfast that she made in the morning was amazing. We have already recommended her to everyone we have talked to since our visit.

Dana was a great host. She was extremely responsive to communications and went out of her way to make me an early (and very tasty) gourmet breakfast when I had to leave early for work. The house itself is beautiful, and my room was comfortable. Overall, I really enjoyed Dana's B&B and will stay again next time I'm in Ottawa!

The River House BNB was the perfect place for our romantic getawaya after a day hike in Starved Rock. This historic house from the 1890's is gorgeous and very well maintained. Downtown Ottawa is a very cute town with local restaurants - we enjoyed it very much and even saw a movie at the Roxy cinema. Dana is a terrific host, and not only made us feel very welcome but also prepared an amazing breakfast feast the following morning. The Lincoln Bedroom is very comfortable, with the softest linens I've ever felt. We absolutely loved our stay, and know we will return!

Booked the day of and quick response over holiday weekend. Friendly and informative! Had great time would recommend clean comfortable and the free bar to grab a drink helps!!

好地方需要我们的住宿(咖啡和奶精,香皂和洗发液)的一切! 我们会回来的!

这个地方很适合我们的周末度假和伟大的位置去的饥饿岩位于渥太华市中心的酒吧和餐馆以及徒步旅行。干净漂亮的小平房。

The cottage was great! Very clean and comfortable and close to the river. Mary was great at answering my questions and very helpful.

Disfrutado de nuestra estancia en la cabina. Buena ubicación. Barbara es muy sensible.

Lugar era grande tenía todo lo necesario, un montón de espacio para 8 personas!

Tuvimos un gran tiempo con los niños, gracias a Bárbara. Su cabaña estaba limpia, completamente equipada y perfectamente tranquilo de la zona hambriento de la roca. Ella siempre fue rápida y oportuna a nuestras investigaciones y especialmente generosa para nuestra familia de vacaciones. Los niños no pueden esperar a volver!

Gran lugar y gran tiempo. Perfecto para nuestra Celebración de años con un grupo de amigos.

Our group had a great time at Barb's place! Plenty of beds to go around with room to spare. Very close to Starved Rock which was our destination. If you're arriving at night it can be a little tricky to find but definitely worth it. Next time we venture out for weekend hiking in the area, this will definitely be our place to come back to.

Tenido un fin de semana con mis padres. La unidad era adecuado para nuestras necesidades perfectamente, y Barbara era grande. Respondió a todas mis preguntas y ayudó a que nuestra estancia muy cómoda. Tenemos la intención de volver de nuevo en el futuro.

Excellent place would definitely go back!!!

Great place to stay for the weekend, barb is easy to contact and makes your stay feel very comfortable.

Comfortable and wonderful location, moments from Starved Rock State Park and in the complex of Grizzly Jacks. The unit is spacious, clean, and well laid out. We had more space than needed for my family (2 adults/2 kids), and have already considered coming back with some friends for longer than a single over night. Be aware that the kitchen "stock" is bare bones - plates, bowls, cutlery, pans. That's about it. If you're planning to cook, make sure to bring any key utensils as there are minimal (only knife is a small paring knife and only cutting board is not even the size of a piece of paper), and bring all spices (incl salt & pepper) and cooking items (butter, oil, aluminum foil, etc) that you might use. That said, we'd be happy to stay here again.

Nice place to stay in the Grizzly Bear Lodge Villas. Very close to the park and Utica. Big enough for 2 families of 3 to stay comfortably and enjoy a nice weekend away. The park area and mini golf were great and we really enjoyed walking with the kids. Bring some outdoor chairs for the backyard. We also should of brought more food as the town does not have a great option for groceries. Overall, great stay!

Julie was a wonderful host. The entire family welcomed us into their beautiful home. They made sure we had everything we could possibly need. She was flexible with our dates as we did not know how long our competition would run. The location was perfect for us. Short drive to Skydive Chicago and restaurants downtown. I would be happy to stay here again.

Besides being a great value, staying at Julie's house was a great experience. She was communicative and responsive, she gave us dining tips, and her home is lovely. We had a whole floor to ourselves with our own bathroom, a TV, and even an air hockey table! Her home is just a short drive to the shopping and dining district in downtown Ottowa, and about a 20 minute drive from Starved Rock. I'd definitely recommend this property to others, and would come back again.

Julie is a wonderful host, thoughtful of her guest's needs. Terrific communication. The entire basement is furnished and private. It is adequate and comfortable. Julie even had a few toiletries in the bathroom, in case I had forgotten anything. Upstairs kitchen in the main living space of the house is available for use (i.e.: refrigerator), and there is a microwave and kitchen sink in the basement.

It was nice meeting Julie and her family. She made us feel very welcomed. We had enough privacy and at the same time she was available when needed. She was helpful. The area for guests is very spacious and nice. We had more than enough room, and it was better than we expected. Please at the very least respect her place. We would have looked around the area more, but our main point was to visit Starved Rock and Matthiessen Park.

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Staying with Julie was great! We were only there for a night, but she made us feel like we were staying with family. Thanks for having us Julie!!

Listing was perfectly accurate, right down the the two yellow swings under the tree out front. Julie and family were gracious, wonderful hosts. The lodging was more expansive than I expected (you basically have the entire downstairs) and I got a great night sleep with Marilyn Monroe (autographed photo) watching over me from across the room :) Highest recommendation.

Julie and her Family made the stay easy. A friend and I needed a place to stay for work. It was nice to have 2 rooms. Julie and her Family were willing to go above and beyond to help with our needs.

River loft was a great alternative to a chain hotel. It was so nice to come back to somewhere that felt like a home after being out at starved rock all day. The folder of local attractions and restaurants was really helpful. The loft is in a great location in the historic district.

My wife and I stayed the weekend for our anniversary. The check in was simple. Michael is great in his communication. Very quick responses to any questions. The view is great! The town is fun. Tons of stuff within walking distance. Everything we needed was right there. Very comfortable atmosphere in both the loft and Ottawa. It's only about 15 min to Starved Rock. The hiking there is fabulous. We would stay here again and hopefully will. Michael has perfected being available but with a hands off approach. It was great and helped to make the loft feel like it was actually ours. Thank you so much Michael

The place was great. Easy check in and out. The loft's living area window face south and east making the sunrise over the park very nice to wake up to. Read some other comments about wanting window coverings - the bedroom's windows have blinds and I wouldn't change a thing about the living area. Very nice home. The pictures don't do it justice.

The pictures of this location do not do it justice. It is an absolutely stunning place. Walking distance to great food and shops. It's the perfect place to stay when visiting Starved Rock. Very roomy and clean. Comfortably fits 4 adults. We will definitely be seeking this place out again. Thanks Michael!

Excellent loft! We live locally and went for a little getaway. It's centrally located, just blocks from food and entertainment. The loft was beautiful and Michael was a great host. We will definitely stay here again.

Michael was an amazing host! The loft was gorgeous and had everything we needed for a perfect anniversary celebration. We hope to return sometime soon!

The condo was perfect for our weekend escape from the city. It's a small drive from Starved Rock National Park and located in the middle of many great restaurants. We will definitely be back!

River Loft was relaxing and a perfect place to stay, Michael was a wonderful host. He was informative and helpful about the area. Ottawa is a great downtown area to walk around and enjoy a quaint well kept small town. We did some hiking at Starve Rock State Park and enjoyed our night away from home.

Our host was wonderful. Great communication. The neighborhood is quiet and the river view is beautiful.

Detail-oriented hosts, excellent location and a beautiful home. I didn't even know the Heritage Harbor neighborhood existed in Ottawa IL, so right away you can't help but be impressed with the Cape Cod beach home feel of the neighborhood—especially if you know what the typical home in LaSalle county looks like. The house itself was well-built, spacious and clearly cared for. Kevin was the ideal host, answering questions promptly and setting up the home with numerous amenities and supplies. Our one week stay in Ottawa through the 4th of July was pleasant and relaxing, thanks in no small part to our great stay at The Illinois River House.

The house was amazing and exactly as described. Fully furnished and very beautiful. Right on the river with a great view. Amazing kitchen and deck. Would definitely rent again!

We rented this house for ourselves and our wedding party for our wedding in nearby Streator, IL. It was a dream! It was a fantastic place to unwind and relax after all the craziness and it made a great basecamp for the wedding party. We even hosted our small rehearsal dinner there, using the grill on the deck. I think all of us being able to stay together was a big part of what made the wedding week so fantastic. We couldn't figure out the keypad lock on the front door when we arrived, but Kevin answered his phone immediately when I called and helped us sort things out to get inside. Super helpful! Other than that, he pretty much left us to ourselves (which was a big relief, given how busy we were). There were even more beds than what was listed when we originally booked the property, so the entire wedding party (and their plus ones) had places to sleep. The neighborhood was very quiet all week. I imagine it would be busier during the height of summer. This property has 5 porches! So there were plenty of places to sit and watch the barges on the river or relax and chat with friends. We even did yoga on one screened in porch on the mornings leading up to the wedding. There is also an adorable reading nook at the very top of the house where you can sit in a rocking chair and watch the river. So perfect. The house is charming. A great place for a big family or group of friends. I'd stay there again in a heartbeat!