Places to stay near Matthiessen State Park

Snug Owl Cottage - Starved Rock area/dog friendly

Welcome to Snug Owl Cottage and Starved Rock Country! Relax and feel the Hygge after hiking the parks in your own private dog-friendly tiny home. •Starved Rock State Park 7.3 miles🚲 7.7 miles 🚘 •Matthiessen State Park 8.6 miles •Buffalo Rock State Park 12 miles Historic Downtown LaSalle is a mile away, but you won’t want to miss nearby Utica and Ottawa, too. The Snug Owl is a tiny home on its own city lot with fire pit and is 400 square feet. Yard is not fully fenced. NO CLEANING FEE/PET FEE

Dog Approved Country Suite

This floor of my home is all yours! Non-shared, non-smoking studio, fully fenced back yard. Please choose my home for yourself, not just your dog; enjoy a full kitchen & appliances, 1 full size futon bed, basic tv, laundry & bath w/free parking. It’s peaceful living on a septic w/well water. Welcome to the country! Clean yes, but lived in & loved. Limited WiFi-no streaming. Weekly & monthly discounts. Approx 5 miles to I80 & 21 miles to Starved Rock. LOOK AT A MAP I can’t change my location.

Riverfront Beauty

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. on the Illinois river, large waterfront yard with Geese, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, White Pelicans and Eagles showing up on a regular basis. Close walking distance to grocery store, liquor store and downtown restaurants and bars in peaceful Ottawa, Illinois near Starved Rock State Park. Upper level (has stairs) 2 bedroom overlooking the Illinois River, play in the large yard or build a campfire in the fire pit next to the river and just chill.

Canal House

Recently titled the Hallmark House by a customer! This house is on the I&M walking and biking trail and is a remodeled 750 square ft historic canal house in Utica. Walk or Bike two blocks into the center of town and enjoy meals and local drinks. Two Bedrooms and a Bathroom and a large modern kitchen. Relax in the living room with a small electric fireplace. Beautiful country setting with lots of natural light and located on a working farm. Golf courses 2-3 miles from Canal House.

Historic Loft/Charlotte Suite/Starved Rock/Utica

Welcome to the Charlotte Suite. This newly renovated historic lofted condo is located in downtown Utica, IL (Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks). It will accommodate up to 4 guests, but is ideal for a romantic getaway or a girls trip with a king sized bed and queen size sofa sleeper. The lower level of The Bickerman is home to Bruce & Ollie’s Coffee, Ice Cream and Deli. It is a place for everyone to enjoy! The building has been restored while maintaining it’s rich history!

Detached, private guest house! a ms

Come stay in our carriage house turned guest house!, the property has a swimming pool available during swimming season, which is June thru September. a separate Hot Tub and new BBQ for your private use; please indicate if you intend to use the pool during your stay, we need an hours notice to remove the cover; the hot tub is always ready to use. You will be sure to enjoy the proximity to restaurants, shopping in Ottawa, parks such as Starved Rock, and a variety of festivals.

Adorable 1 bedroom with indoor fireplace

Take a break at this peaceful oasis 5 miles from Starved Rock State Park and 4 miles from Buffalo Rock State Park. The quaint village of Utica and the unique town Ottawa are also close. Enjoy hiking, biking and activities on the Illinois River. There is also the Buffalo Range and Gun Company 2 miles away. Ottawa has great places to dine and Washington Park in downtown Ottawa has the must see Lincoln-Douglas Debate fountain and statue.

Starved Rock Area Water View

Take a break from the everyday and escape to your own private walk out lower level studio overlooking a world of nature and beauty. Private patio, you will see a beautiful pond, rolling woods with nature, and all that nature offers. Dog friendly. Your studio features pinball machines, arcade games, billiards, ping-pong, wood burning fire place as well as a wood burning fire pit and much more. Firewood available for $2 a log.

Gateway to Starved Rock 1 Bedroom Apartment

Cozy 1 Bedroom private 2ND FLOOR apartment in Ottawa, IL. (Apartment located above our clothing boutique) Sleeps 4 (1 Queen Bed & Sleeper Sofa in Living Rm) Welcome to Ottawa, the scenic gateway to Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, Skydive Chicago and much much more. Enjoy the Ottawa's restaurants, brewery, historic park and quaint shops. Short Scenic drive to Starved Rock and other local state parks.