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A living room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a piano, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A building entrance with a double door, a small overhang, and two potted plants.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window.

A large wooden dining table with chairs, a potted plant, and candles.

1. Shallowbrook Farm: Where World-Record History Meets Private Luxury

Shallowbrook Farm: Where World-Record History Meets Private Luxury

Bradford

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(7 reviews)

"The games in the basement were great. The check in and check out was easy. Great communication. Would stay again! "

Derek S.

The price is AED 3,732

AED 3,732

AED 5,407 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

Shallowbrook Farm: Where World-Record History Meets Private Luxury

A row of wooden cabins with stone pillars, balconies, and a grassy lawn.

A stone fireplace with a TV above it, a wooden table in front, and a decorative bear figure beside the fireplace.

A wooden dresser with a framed picture of a bear and a vase with flowers.

A wooden console table with a decorative deer silhouette, a vase of sunflowers, and a small pinecone ornament.

2. Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

North Utica

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(157 reviews)

"Bella Villa was so spacious and peaceful. We loved it and would highly recommend. I do wish there were chairs to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful surroundings."

Annette

Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a glass bowl on a wooden coffee table, a dining area with wooden chairs and a table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a ceiling fan.

A cozy room with a seating area featuring two chairs and a small table, a window with curtains, and a door with a window.

A two-story house with a covered front porch, a chimney, and a number 47 on the side.

A paved pathway with a wooden fence on both sides, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

3. Charming dog-friendly bungalow near Starved Rock

Charming dog-friendly bungalow near Starved Rock

La Salle

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(36 reviews)

"The cleanliness of the home was the best and making guests feel comfortable in every room of the home."

Martita

The price is AED 411

AED 411

AED 767 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

Charming dog-friendly bungalow near Starved Rock

A building with a white exterior, a black and white striped awning, and a small front porch with steps leading to the entrance.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and dark cabinets.

A living room with a striped sofa, a grey sofa, a small ottoman, and a wicker side table. There are two lamps on the side table.

A house with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture and a barbecue grill.

4. 3 BDR HOME - Fully Fenced Yard - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

3 BDR HOME - Fully Fenced Yard - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

La Salle

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(117 reviews)

"Great location and very comfortable stay. "

Michelle T.

3 BDR HOME - Fully Fenced Yard - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

A two-story house with white siding and dark shutters, featuring flower boxes on the windows and a brick pathway leading to the door.

A patio with a grill, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a floor lamp, a rug, and a painting on the wall.

A dining area with a table, chairs, and a rug. There is a bed with pillows and a wall with a painting.

5. Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Lasalle

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(104 reviews)

"Great space for family or small group of friends. Good location with a few walkable places nearby. "

Robbyn P.

Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

A wooden staircase with a chandelier, a wooden bench, and a purple armchair in a room with wooden flooring.

A kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a patterned rug, and a decorative ceiling.

6. 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

La Salle

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(54 reviews)

"This property was perfect for our family! Big house seemed well maintained, great location. Would recommend."

Mary H.

4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a chandelier, and large windows.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a backyard, a grey wardrobe with multiple shelves, and a patterned rug on the floor.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a stove, and a dining area with two bar stools.

A two-story house with a bay window, a front door, and a small porch.

7. 3 min to Starved Rock and 1 block from downtown.

3 min to Starved Rock and 1 block from downtown.

North Utica

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(32 reviews)

"2nd year staying, perfect location & the house is immaculate!"

Jeff K.

3 min to Starved Rock and 1 block from downtown.

A dining area with a view of a lake, wooden furniture, and a coffee maker on the counter.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and a pathway.

A room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a hanging chair.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a wicker chair, a rug, and a view through large windows.

8. Magnificent Riverfront Victorian House steps from downtown Ottawa !

Magnificent Riverfront Victorian House steps from downtown Ottawa !

Ottawa

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(27 reviews)

"House was spacious with lots of room for our large family to spread out. Great location and good communication with host."

Melissa S.

Magnificent Riverfront Victorian House steps from downtown Ottawa !

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a checkered bedspread, two windows with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with a black leather recliner, a patterned armchair, and a red and beige rug.

A living room with a flat-screen TV on a dark wooden stand, a wooden door, a staircase with wooden railings, and a vase with branches on the floor.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

9. Starved rock area lovey home

Starved rock area lovey home

Oglesby

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(23 reviews)

"I enjoyed the peace and quiet and the beauty of farm land. The location is perfect for Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Park."

Ira S.

Starved rock area lovey home

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a stone backsplash, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a large window with blinds, a sofa with a throw blanket, and a built-in bathtub.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel sink, and a coffee maker.

10. NEW !!! COZY , RUSTIC 2-bedroom townhome Near STARVED ROCK !!!

NEW !!! COZY , RUSTIC 2-bedroom townhome Near STARVED ROCK !!!

North Utica

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(66 reviews)

"Loved everything about our stay and would do it again"

Robert

NEW !!! COZY , RUSTIC 2-bedroom townhome Near STARVED ROCK !!!

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops.

A two-story house with a red roof, white siding, and a front porch.

A living room with a dark wooden cabinet, a grey sofa set, a patterned rug, and a grey ottoman.

A bedroom with a large bed, dresser, and mirror.

11. Charming Tonica Farmhouse w/ Private Yard!

Charming Tonica Farmhouse w/ Private Yard!

Tonica

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(24 reviews)

"Plenty of space for our family"

Bailey R.

Charming Tonica Farmhouse w/ Private Yard!

A patio with a wooden table, two wicker chairs, a sofa with orange cushions, and a large orange umbrella.

A dining table with a framed black and white photograph above it, a teal vase with white flowers, and wooden chairs.

A single-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a small front yard with trimmed bushes.

A living room with a dark grey sofa, an orange cushion, a wooden coffee table, a floor lamp, a bookshelf, and a chair with a blue cushion.

12. Blue Steel Lustron - Rare - Near Starved Rock Country

Blue Steel Lustron - Rare - Near Starved Rock Country

Grand Ridge

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(100 reviews)

"We loved the place! The host had everything you could possibly need. I would definitely recommend staying here."

Stephanie

Blue Steel Lustron - Rare - Near Starved Rock Country

A white house with a yellow door, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and blooming roses.

A round metal table with chairs and a small table lamp, surrounded by a wooden deck.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel stove, and a bar area with two stools.

13. Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

La Salle

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(71 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay in this clean, comfortable and well appointed house. Check in was easy and we liked being able to park our car in a garage. We would definitely stay here again!"

Teri B.

Great Homebase Bungalow - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a large mirror, and a white sink.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wooden shelf, and a window with a patterned curtain.

14. Spectacular Home Close to Lasalle

Spectacular Home Close to Lasalle

La Salle

7.4 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)

7.4/10

Good

(12 reviews)

"Perfect for me, my two boys 13&10 and out Pomeranian very spacious!"

Ariana Mykalene A.

Spectacular Home Close to Lasalle

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by various amenities and furniture.

A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a stove, and a window with hanging lights.

A living room with a grey sofa, wooden bookshelves, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story house with a central entrance, a chimney, and a small porch.

15. Indoor Pool Retreat Near Chicago: Sleeps 16, Hot Tub, Sauna, 5BR/4BA

Indoor Pool Retreat Near Chicago: Sleeps 16, Hot Tub, Sauna, 5BR/4BA

Ottawa

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(11 reviews)

"Great place to host a large group, lots of space to hang out and make/put out food and relax"

Daniel S.

The price is AED 4,916

AED 4,916

AED 7,335 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

Indoor Pool Retreat Near Chicago: Sleeps 16, Hot Tub, Sauna, 5BR/4BA

A house with a covered porch, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.

A lodge with a covered porch, a pond with a fountain, and a stone wall.

A spacious living area with a large L-shaped sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a ceiling fan.

16. Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

Ottawa

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(17 reviews)

The price is AED 2,604

AED 2,604

AED 3,607 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Private 200-Acre Estate Near Starved Rock

A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a small potted plant, and a tray on the bed.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a wooden ceiling.

A hot tub with a blue light, surrounded by a deck and string lights.

A two-story house with a red exterior and white trim, featuring a covered porch with a brick base and white columns.

17. Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors

Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors

Sparland

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(16 reviews)

"It was a great stay for our family of 10 we had fun"

tammy c.

Historic Whiffletree place, 4br, riverview, no neighbors

A grey tufted sofa with floral patterned pillows, a small side table, and a patterned rug.

A dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, chairs, a television, and a map on the wall.

A narrow pathway leading to a house with a bench and potted plants.

18. Cottage Charm, 3 Bedrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

Cottage Charm, 3 Bedrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

LaSalle

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (154 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(154 reviews)

"Second time returning to this wonderful house. Elaine is very communicative and a wonderful host. Look forward to staying again!"

Mike A.

Cottage Charm, 3 Bedrooms - 10 Minutes to Starved Rock!

A bedroom with a bed, two framed pictures, a wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling light.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a sink.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, ottoman, and TV.

19. Ottawa’s Finest - Located Close to Downtown

Ottawa’s Finest - Located Close to Downtown

Ottawa

6.4 out of 10, (17 reviews)

6.4/10

(17 reviews)

"It was an amazing place and would highly recommend!"

Joy B.

Ottawa’s Finest - Located Close to Downtown

A staircase with white balusters and a wooden handrail leading to a white door with a window above it.

A covered porch with a glass table and chairs, a door, and a window.

A living room with two dark sofas, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, a staircase with white railings, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story house with a front porch and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Great Location! Walking Distance to So Much!

Great Location! Walking Distance to So Much!

Ottawa

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)

8.8/10

Excellent

(5 reviews)

"The pics don’t do the place justice. It was a very nice property!"

Brandt J.

Great Location! Walking Distance to So Much!

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Top Bureau County Hotel Reviews

Best Western Oglesby Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean. Breakfast was good."

Vivian 2-night trip

Posted 11 hours ago

Best Western Oglesby Inn

Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean, breakfast was above average and check in was fast and friendly. A broken floor tile or two in the room needed to be replaced. Hallway carpet could use a clean. Overall this hotel was well above average for this class of hotel. Would def stay there again."

ronald 1-night trip

Posted 22 hours ago

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

10/10 Excellent

"Good breakfast and early (starts at 6 am, coffee around 5 am) - great for early risers or if you don’t want the crowd. Clean and well-kept rooms, lobby, and breakfast area. Comfortable bed and clean linens."

Marides 2-night trip

Posted 1 day ago

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