10/10 Excellent
Alyssa C.
Apr 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space!
Alyssa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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Private Vacation Villa at Grand Bear Lodge near Starved Rock
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
North Utica, IL
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park3 min walk
- Starved Rock State Park4 min walk
- Matthiessen State Park13 min walk
- Peru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Private Vacation Villa at Grand Bear Lodge near Starved Rock
(Note: Animals are not allowed in the villa per bylaws and on the premises on Grand Bear Lodge property and water park passes are not included).
This cozy 1800 sqft villa truly has character and charm. It is located within Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Lodge and is perfect for get together and family vacations. For the adventurers, Starved Rock's entrance is just a half a mile from the villa.
FREE WIFI
Amenities included 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that house 9 with a full-size washer and dryer, a patio and two balconies.The kitchen is complete with major appliances, a coffee maker, toaster, dinnerware, utensils, basic cookware and a breakfast bar, as well as a dining room.The Master Bedroom features a king size bed, pullout sofa, fireplace, television, walk-in closet, a private vanity, balcony and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom has two queen size beds, two closets,TV and private balcony.
Want to be in one of the villas closest to all the action?
This villa is located as one of the first on the property!
Great Location and tons to do in Utica!
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
Our cabin is not part of the hotel pool at Grizzly Jack's resort and therefore we please ask our guests to not make inquiries at the resort reception desk since it's only for guests who are staying in one of the cabins managed by the hotel.
My villa is not affiliated with the lodge, therefore I DO NOT have waterpark passes for my guests.
(Note: Animals are not allowed in the villa per bylaws and on the premises on Grand Bear Lodge property and water park passes are not included).
This cozy 1800 sqft villa truly has character and charm. It is located within Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Lodge and is perfect for get together and family vacations. For the adventurers, Starved Rock's entrance is just a half a mile from the villa.
FREE WIFI
Amenities included 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that house 9 with a full-size washer and dryer, a patio and two balconies.The kitchen is complete with major appliances, a coffee maker, toaster, dinnerware, utensils, basic cookware and a breakfast bar, as well as a dining room.The Master Bedroom features a king size bed, pullout sofa, fireplace, television, walk-in closet, a private vanity, balcony and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom has two queen size beds, two closets,TV and private balcony.
Want to be in one of the villas closest to all the action?
This villa is located as one of the first on the property!
Great Location and tons to do in Utica!
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
Our cabin is not part of the hotel pool at Grizzly Jack's resort and therefore we please ask our guests to not make inquiries at the resort reception desk since it's only for guests who are staying in one of the cabins managed by the hotel.
My villa is not affiliated with the lodge, therefore I DO NOT have waterpark passes for my guests.
(Note: Animals are not allowed in the villa per bylaws and on the premises on Grand Bear Lodge property and water park passes are not included).
Property manager
Owner
Premier Host
Languages
English, Polish
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Amenities
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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9.8 out of 10, (150 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Utica
Utica is home to this villa. Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
North Utica, IL
What's nearby
- Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Starved Rock State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Matthiessen State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
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
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
Jan 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Kathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen H.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stephen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jillian Marie R.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Comfortable
Jillian Marie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy M.
Nov 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
Dorothy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shari B.
Nov 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shari B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Damaris
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Damaris
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dean H.
Oct 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Dean H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
George V.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
George V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacey R.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple and spacious
Stacey R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stuart D.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great villa / Great Host
Stuart D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
Oct 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Jenny G.
Feb 16, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Overall was a nice stay
Jenny G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne S.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice for overnights
Anne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Jun 27, 2017
Great place to stay near Ottawa and Utica
Jennifer M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Eric L. P.
Jan 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family getaway
Eric L. P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Russell C.
Jun 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booked reservation
Russell C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shari B.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Shari B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leslie G.
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin
Leslie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alicia K.
Jan 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family weekend getaway
Alicia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shannon R.
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
hiking weekend
Shannon R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn I.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bigger and better than I expected.
Dawn I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jusn C.
Nov 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time
Jusn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
vicky m.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Starved Rock
vicky m.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Stay
Ashley S.
Stayed 59 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Owner
Hello!
Welcome to my listing! I highly value personal relaxation and memorable getaways that are just a short distance away! I love Utica IL for its simplicity and beautiful wildlife. I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Welcome to my listing! I highly value personal relaxation and memorable getaways that are just a short distance away! I love Utica IL for its simplicity and beautiful wildlife. I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Why they chose this property
My villa is in the BEST location compared to the other villas! It is the closest to the resort, miniature golfing, restaurant, playground and water park! There is no need to drive around from amenity to amenity, everything is so close! Come see for yourself and enjoy!
Languages:
English, Polish
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