Starved Rock Retreat- 5 min from State Parks!

Private, gated entrance, firepit, large soaking tub in master bathroom, bar, BT speaker, dining room table for 10, fireplace, large screened in patio, water views and access, 21ft ceilings, smart TV, Grills, open floor plan, queen size bunks for kids or adults! Lots of Amenities! We believe it's the details that matter. Located in the heart of the Illinois Valley. Surrounded by 200 acres of private land and beautiful nature. 

5 minutes from Starved Rock! Centrally located between and easy access to: 

---1 mile to Buffalo Rock State Park. 

---1 mile to a I&M Canal Trail entrance. 

---4.9 miles to Downtown Utica. 

---5.3 miles to Downtown Ottawa. 

---5.9 miles to Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center within the park. 

---7.4 miles to Matthiessen State Park.

Perfect as an escape for 2, for a family with children, or for large groups and family reunions. Secluded while still being close to everything, no neighbors, and beautiful views of nature. 

You will have privacy. The entrance is gated and the house is surrounded by 200 acres of our own land. Our hope is that you can not only unplug and unwind but also make memories that will last a lifetime. 

Guests always comment on and love the 21 ft. ceilings, open floor plan, great amenities, and cleanliness. The sunsets are beautiful and can be seen directly from the sunroom behind the house. They are one of our favorite things about the property. 

We are happy to be as involved or uninvolved in your stay as you wish. We pride ourselves in quick response times. Our goal is to make your stay a 5 STAR experience. We can meet you for check-in if desired. 

*** We have multiple places to park large campers, motor homes, or trailers. 

*** You are welcome to bring canoes, fishing gear, life jackets, or kayaks. We do not supply these items. 

Fun facts: 

---Our property used to be owned by a mining company. The lakes and ponds at Starved Rock Retreat used to be mines. They filled in with natural spring water and are still spring fed to this day. The fishing is great! 

---The tall wooden front doors are from a church in Brazil. They were picked out and flown in by the original owner who built this home. 

---The blue ceiling in the sunroom is a specific color called haint blue. The original owner picked this color as it is said to protect the home. 

Guests have access to the entire house and surrounding area including the fire pit and small lakes behind the house. Feel free to take a peaceful walk down the gravel drive that stretches behind the house. Fishing is great!! You can bring fishing gear or canoes. You can swim. We require anyone in the water to wear a life jacket. We do not supply life jackets, please bring your own. Pet friendly.