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

Starved Rock Retreat w/hot tub & full-fenced yard!

Updated, 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom townhouse in a quiet neighborhood close to all amenities. This pet-friendly home features an open floor plan, deck with a year-round hot tub & seating area, along with a fully fenced-in yard. The main level also features a laundry room, two bedrooms (one room is an office/workout room) and full bathroom. Downtown Ottawa - 1.6 mile Starved Rock State Park - 14 mile Matthiessen State Park - 16 mile Buffalo Rock State Park - 5.8 mile Skydive Chicago - 4.7 mile

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.

One Bed House Near Starved Rock

Welcome to our completely remodeled Airbnb, conveniently located just 12 minutes from Starved Rock, Matthiessen and Buffalo Rock State Parks! This beautifully renovated home is the perfect place for your next vacation or getaway. Our home is situated just minutes from excellent dining and shopping options and with free, fast wifi, you can stay connected and keep up with everything going on in the world, even while you're enjoying everything the area has to offer.

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.

Mill Street Suite

Situated right in the heart of downtown Utica! This upstairs loft suite is beautiful and right above one of Utica’s best known restaurants Skoogs Pub and Grill. Walk out the door and you are steps from restaurants, shops, museums, bars, and so much more. No car needed to explore this great historic town! You will have access to bicycle rentals to bike to Starved Rock State Park as well and that can be set up for you!

Schoolhouse Canyon at Starved Rock, Modern Getaway

Historic one room schoolhouse just one mile from the entrance to Starved Rock State Park; minutes from Matthiessen State Park & Buffalo Rock State Park. Completely updated for you to enjoy a modern getaway while taking hikes, kayaking the river, or enjoying charming Downtown Utica. Perfect for a couples getaway, Girlfriends Weekend, or Family hiking trip.