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Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!

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A two-story log cabin-style building with a balcony, stone pillars, and a small front yard. - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)
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Close to Starved Rock State Park, Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!

  • Come enjoy a wonderful family vacation at our cozy villa at Grand Bear Resort. After a day of hiking at Starved Rock, gather around the fireplace for some warm and cozy evenings in our spacious two-story cabin, or relax in the jacuzzi for the ultimate comfort. We also have lots of fun activities right at the cabin, including a Pacman Retro Arcade and giant games of checkers and Jenga!

    Our charming vacation villa is nestled in a beautiful wooded area and is perfect for families or groups, accommodating up to eight to nine people. The two-story villa has 1,800 square feet of space and features a cozy living room with a fireplace and a TV, plus a kitchen and dining area. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even a patio, along with a full-size washer and dryer. You can unwind on one of the two balconies while enjoying lovely views of the surrounding trees. The kitchen has everything you need, including major appliances, a coffee maker, a toaster, dishes, utensils for eight people, and basic cooking tools. The Master Bedroom is a spacious escape with a king-size bed, a fireplace, a TV, a private vanity, and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom comes with two queen-size beds and its own TV. Additional 2 sofa beds located on the main floor,

    NOTE: WE ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THE WATERPARK

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About the area

Located in Utica, this villa is near a water park. I&M Canal Visitor Center and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Starved Rock State Park and Deer Park Country Club. Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. Visit our Utica travel guide
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North Utica, IL

What's nearby

  • A narrow canyon with steep rock walls and a small stream at the bottom.
    Starved Rock State Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A waterfall in a rocky gorge with a bridge in the background.
    Matthiessen State Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Starved Rock State Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
    1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Skydive Chicago
    22 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    11 min drive
  • Love's Travel Stop
    7 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • The Rootbeer Stand
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! located?

Situated in Utica, this villa is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Starved Rock State Park. Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly what we were looking for. Great location to hiking and a nice quiet getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot, everything clean, great decor, check in quick and easy, overall excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No issues at all with the place. Responsive host. Loved the arcade machine in the living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Villa for close to Starved Rock Hiking and good dining options. Utica has a fun Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together.

Comfortable villa with everything we needed. The location is perfect for visiting the State Parks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean. Enjoyed the arcade game, nice tv, and jacuzzi! The water filter needed to be changed as it tasted like well water. So, we had to buy bottled water. I let the owner know.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Getaway

We had an amazing stay! The property was extremely clean, easy to locate & had plenty of great amenities. One of our favorite things to use was the arcade machine! The jacuzzi tub & fireplaces were also amazing. We picked this property since it was so close to Starved Rock State Park! The property has a fun outdoor vibe to it & we loved every second of it. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for visiting Oglesby, Utica and Starved Rock. Super spacious. The beds were comfortable and we had fun with the video game! Eduardo responded to messages promptly. My only suggestion is for renters to arrive in the daylight because the numbers are hard to see (not the owner’s fault) We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really nice stay! It had everything we needed and the location to Starved Rock couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was exactly what we needed for our stay. Clean and relaxing. All as pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this Villa, Eduardo was great with communication and my request for a possible early check-in was accommodated at no additional charge. and I truly appreciated that. The property was very homie, and it felt like our home away from home for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious, fireplaces worked wonderfully and Eddie was responsive to questions! Super close to the trails for hiking as well and a very short drive to restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was comfortable and as described. We enjoyed the arcade game, hot tub and fireplaces! A perfect location for hiking Starved Rock. Eduardo was very helpful and communicative. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Awesome arrangement for accommodations near Starve Rock. Place accommodations sleep up to 9. Kitchen had everything to cook family dinner with and enjoy time together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Has many helpful amenities. The hot tub was more like a bath than a hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was great! We loved the arcade machine! The location was perfect for hiking at Starved Rock and Matthiesen State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful condominium

The condo is spacious, clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay. Eduardo is an excellent communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Host was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It would take a while to hear back from the owner but never longer than 24 hours. Instructions for entry were concise and clear. Check out instructions were not given until the day prior to check out, after I asked.Beds were comfortable. With a washer and dryer there, it made it easier to have enough clean towels. Some items like extra paper towels and toilet paper could not be located. We could tell that they were still fixing the villa up as paint tape was still around a window. Nice place overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Very responsive host but the place itself had issues. Leaky dishwasher, ants on the first floor and a nonworking fireplace.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything our big family needed for a fun, comfortable and clean stay. Always nice to feel like you are staying in home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026