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Bella Villa familiar. NO CLEANING FEE. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails.

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, jetted tub, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Washer
    Washer

Explore the area

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North Utica, IL
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    3 min walk
  • Starved Rock State Park
    5 min walk
  • Matthiessen State Park
    14 min walk
  • Peru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)
    19 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Utica

With a stay at this vacation home in Utica, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Matthiessen State Park and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Mix's Trading Post.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Matthiessen State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bella Villa familiar. NO CLEANING FEE. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails.

Escape from the city come to this villa ideal for relaxation close to nature, Jacuzzi. Two fireplaces. Internet access and WI FI . Illinois and Vermillion river only minutes away. The perfect place for your getaway and unforgettable experience ! Only minutes walking from hiking trails .
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Una tarifa de $50 por perro por estancia

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5
Note from host: No Musica Fuerte permitida
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Bella Villa familiar. NO CLEANING FEE. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
This place is cute and conveniently located next to Starved Rock. My friends and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Retreat
We had a great weekend retreat at this location. We had some other people staying in another cabin which was just a short walk away. Super convenient. Everything was as described. Nice & clean! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a fall getaway
The villa was very clean, spacious and just as listed. The master bedroom is beautiful. Great location close to downtown, Starved Rock and Matthiessen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short fall getaway
Great property, loved the jacuzzi and fireplaces!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
Very comfortable in an amazing area. Very close to multiple Parks and trails. The tub was a great way to relax and the bed very comfortable. Martin is the best host that I've had a pleasure of dealing with and I travel a lot if that tells you anything. He's very accessible and seems to truly care that you have a perfect stay. I can't wait to bring the rest of the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay!
Property was as described, well stocked, and very clean. Had a very enjoyable stay. Would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Starved Rock Fall Get Away
Nice place. Awesome location for a Starved Rock Adventure. Only issues…(1) Need better/bigger cooking pans, (2) all the screens fell off when we opened, and (3) had some late night partiers the last night of our stay. Wasn’t sure how to contact someone that late (3 am) to shut them down. Would definitely stay again, but would inquire about protocol for addressing the quiet hours non-compliers.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Starved Rock getaway
This is the perfect place for families to come hike all the trails and rest together in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
The property us so roomy and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Very close to Utica and Ottawa
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean great communication
Very clean Martin was a great host very accommodating and responsive when contacted.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Bella Villa
Very spacious property at an ideal Location. Property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional place to stay near Starved Rock
This is by far the best place I have stayed near Starved Rock. The villa was spotless. The bedrooms were large and beds were very comfortable. The 2 full bathrooms were large as well. We cooked several meals and everything was available that we needed. The location was perfect. Minutes to Starved Rock to hike and to the small towns around the park. I had several questions and Matin answered immediately. I would highly recommend this place to stay if you are in the area, and I would book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
The villa was very spacious and clean & had everything we needed. The location was excellent... right by the Grand Bear Resort and very close to the Starved Rock entrance. Martin was extremely responsive with my questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best host ever
We have stayed in many VRBOs around the U.S., and Martin was by far the best host in terms of communication, responsiveness, and helpfulness. (To be clear, we've never had a negative hosting experience, but Martin stands out among a very positive group.) The property is great, spacious and well equipped. The location is excellent -- about a mile to the state park entrance, and walking distance (virtually across the road) to the parking lot for the St. Louis canyon. The Starved Rock cabins and lodge are iconic, but Grand Bear is better for anyone looking for a full kitchen and multiple bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Great time and great location! We did get in on the first night adter dark, and the building numbers do not have lights so it's hard to find in the dark. Otherwise all was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric A., Bardstown, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Great getaway spot for a brief stay. Only one minor issue i encountered (with the WiFi), but was quickly resolved with the owner. Overall stay was amazing. Will definitely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely dark out there
It is a fantastic place to stay! Fully appointed with the needed equipment. Host was extremely helpful when I couldn’t find the unit. Will definitely stay whenever I’m in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking/biking weekend
Great location near all three state parks and restaurants. Villa was clean and well maintained. Played putt putt and listened to live music at outside bar. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We had a great time and the place was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Drains in both bathroom sinks were very slow with debris from previous tenants in the traps. Some lightbulbs were burnt out in lamps and a few bugs were present in the unit. Great location though in quiet area with comfortable beds and good price so the "issues" were doable for the two nights we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Megan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Getaway
First, I'd like to mention that communication with Martin was easy and speedy, which I greatly appreciated. My family and I went out for a holiday weekend and enjoyed some short hikes at Starved Rock. There was plenty of space for us and we cooked most meals. Given the proximity to the state park and nice cabin atmosphere, we would rent again, though I figure I'll mention a few items that weren't quite as expected and will likely be fixed soon, so I do not anticipate it being an issue for others: there was a missing button on the jacuzzi panel (could still be used for a warm bath; notified Martin and he's getting it fixed) and the latch on the bottom sliding door does not lock, though there is a pole stopper to keep it closed. Two days prior to our trip Martin sent PDF map/instructions for our reference and an agreement to sign, which included a note that the fireplaces are only for use between I think October and April. We weren't planning on using them in July, but I figured I'd mention so that others are aware. Thanks for the wonderful space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and Comfortable
I arranged for my brother and 2 adult sons to stay here during a 3-day family reunion. The property was clean, quiet and very spacious. It ended up being the gathering place for our family dinners because the living area was so large and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024