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Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Vacation home in La Salle with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
TV, books, stereo
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lasalle, IL
  • Place, Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hegeler Carus Mansion
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

La Salle

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Illinois & Michigan Canal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hegeler Carus Mansion - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Baker Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Pourhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Machelles Backstreet - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rephils - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Club 55 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!

Welcome to Starved Rock Country in this cozy 2 bedroom with bonus room, 1 ½ bath home has everything you need for your getaway! *Sleeps 7*

There is hiking just 10 minutes away at the state parks.
The downtowns of LaSalle and Peru have specials at the day spas, great restaurants, fantastic pizza, locally-owned boutiques, antique shopping and wine tasting.
Plus, be sure to visit Star Union Spirits Distillery in the historic Westclox Building in Peru.

Enjoy the fully fenced in backyard with its propane grill, deck and fire pit! Bring the kids- bring your dog!

If you have a dog, a pet fee is required: $25.00 / per stay. Maximum two dogs. NO CATS ARE ALLOWED. Simply let me know in your introductory email that you are bringing your dog and I will send the fee request. Thanks!

Pack a weekender bag and head down for a little escape in Starved Rock Country.

Relax in the modern, platform beds with crisp, white linens and down-alternative feather duvets.

Get your chef on in the fully stocked kitchen with all the appliances, cookware and dinnerware you'll need for seven. Coffee and tea are available for the morning.

The bathrooms are stocked with fresh towels and all basic amenities. The full bathroom is located on the second floor. The home does have a dormer roof so the upstairs rooms have slanted ceilings. This is not a problem for most guests but if you are really tall, you may find the shower to be less than ideal.

This home is full of light, vibrant colors and designer touches.

The home sleeps 7 guests.
The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed and the upstairs bedroom has a queen bed. There is also a brand new, full size sleeper sofa in the living room and double futon in the upstairs common room- which is best suited for children.

THINGS TO DO
The home is located just blocks from downtown LaSalle and within walking distance of bars, restaurants and shopping and antiques .

The home is also right off the main route (Rt. 6) so driving to all the area attractions, including Starved Rock State Park (10 minutes) is easy.

The downtowns of LaSalle and Peru have specials at the day spas, great restaurants, fantastic pizza, locally-owned boutiques, antique shopping and wine tasting at the wineries. Plus, NOW OPEN Star Union Spirits Distillery in the historic Westclox Building in Peru.

(Major Holiday Weekends can only be booked for a minimum of Friday-Monday.)

Area attractions:
STARVED ROCK STATE PARK (The Lodge is a must-see, and the entertainment on the patio / bar is fantastic.)
SKYDIVE CHICAGO
I & M CANAL BOAT it’s pulled by a mule!
MATTHIESSEN STATE PARK
BUFFALO ROCK PARK
HEGELER CARUS MANSION
LASALLE SPEEDWAY
GRIZZLY JACK'S GRAND BEAR FALLS INDOOR WATER PARK
CEDAR CREEK RANCH has horseback riding!
HEGELER PARK is just a few blocks away. There’s a HUGE PUBLIC SWIMMING POOL, open in the summertime and the TWISTY FREEZE ice scream stand is right across the street.
BUTTERFLY LANDING MEDSPA
UNWIND SPA
ARIVA SPA
Indulge in facials, massages and various other treatments at a fraction of the cost of Chicago spas.

Lots of fantastic area restaurants-everything from hot dogs to fine dining.
Take a walk to my favorite drink spot: the CAMDEN LOUNGE, 2 blocks from the property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: NO CATS ALLOWED

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 1530659

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in La Salle, a short 6-minute walk from Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and also 13 minutes on foot from Hegeler Carus Mansion. You'll also find Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail and Illinois & Michigan Canal less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock!?

Yes, every accommodation at Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! comes with a deck.

Reviews

Walk to Downtown - 10 Mins to Starved Rock! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean house. Perfect for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P., St Louis area

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a hiking adventure at Starved Rock and Mathiessen. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook our meals and we ate on the lovely deck out back. The fenced yard was a wonderful bonus that allowed our dog to live his best life outside with us. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and quirky home perfect for a getaway with friends! Loved the fire pit and cooking in the spacious kitchen as well as dining outside on the large deck. Our dogs loved the fenced in yard and the host was even kind enough to leave a little gift bag for them - so sweet! Having bedrooms on separate levels was a big plus for privacy. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great for pups!

We really enjoyed staying at this property. The house was clean and well stocked, there were even amenities for our pups like bowls, pick up bags, treats and toys! It's so hard to find a property that takes larger dogs, but this was not a problem here. The fenced yard was perfect for late night let outs and running around. The location is perfect for accessing Starved Rock and Mathiessen state parks with a very useful write up of different hikes at Starved Rock provided in our welcome materials. There are other attractions nearby and Elaine told us all about them and even provided a certificate for a free wine tasting in nearby Utica that we took advantage of. All in all it was an excellent stay and we would definitely stay again if we're in the area.
Pups on a suggested Starved Rock hike. They were happy to come back to the cool, comfy MarqII!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick hiking trip

The property is well maintained, and the host is incredibly easy to contact. Super close to both state parks. Highlighly recommend visiting Tangled Roots Brewingand Star Union Distilling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariko Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Getaway

I booked this home for a weekend to hike the trails at Starved Rock. I loved the fenced in yard for my dog!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our weekend getaway!

This home has everything - perfect location for downtown, short drive to hiking, fenced in backyard and nice patio. Owner responded immediately to everything and the house was westockked
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

chris r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Illinois Valley Stay

Cozy and clean, will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Bonny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort and convenience when hiking Starved Rock and Matthiesson State Parks

This well-appointed, clean, comfortable house was perfect for our week in LaSalle, IL...And less than 15 min. drive to both parks! Elaine has provided many amenities and it was a treat to return from long hiking days to a home with plenty of task lighting, good water pressure, plenty of hot water, and comfy furniture. We cooked two meals and had every kitchen item we needed. We also enjoyed spending time in the town of LaSalle which has a lot of history. I would definitely stay at this home again when we return to explore the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable home

We enjoyed our nephews wedding weekend and stayed at Elaine’s home. It was comfortable for family to gather , loved the back yard ! My husband and son are tall , so the shower and upstairs poses a few problems for them. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable, especially for our grand daughter and grand dog . We could walk to many restaurants and to the wedding venue easily
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, safe and family friendly!

This property was absolutely perfect for my husband and I and our three-year-old daughter and our dog. The backyard is perfect for pets and we really enjoyed the patio set up, where we had fires and ate most of our meals. The house literally has everything you need and was incredibly clean. Elaine left great communication for us and made traveling to the state parks even easier than planned. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and it’s very easy to get to the state parks, Utica and Ottawa. August Hill winery has some great wine and is nearby! I recommend this property and we would definitely stay again if we were in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dog friendly and excellent location!

The house is really cute and in a great location for walking to town for a bite! Elaine makes it so easy for you to bring your dogs…big yard, dog bowls to use, treats and even a toy to take home. We hiked at Starved Rock and ate in town at Uptown Grill (definitely recommended!) We all had a blast. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G., Lombard, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We had a great time in this house. Very clean and well stocked with the essentials needed for a short weekend getaway. The property manager, Elaine, gave us plenty of area information to get acquainted with what’s around in the neighborhood. It was our first time using VRBO and everything ran smoothly. We will definitely be back soon. I would recommend this property for anyone looking for a short distance away from Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Had a nice quiet stay everything within easy driving distance Would stay again or use the same rental people
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for family of 4

Elaine was great and the place was very clean. We stayed with our two daughters both under 5, and they loved it. The played all over the house but really liked the play area and spent time coloring too. Fire pit was great for hot dogs and s‘ mores (good idea to stop at Casey’s before and get a couple bundles of firewood) after a long day of hiking at Starved Rock. Perfect location on a quiet street and easy to get to the park about 10 minutes away. We most definitely will stay again when we go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay and near starved rock!

Cozy home with a great backyard and deck. Very clean. Elaine thought of everything to make our stay more comfortable and fun for us and our dog. She responded quickly to our questions before and during our stay. Great recommendations for coffee and local restaurants. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B., MOUNT ZION

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint little house

A friend and I stayed at this quaint little house for the weekend. The house is a quick easy drive to Starved Rock and Mathieson State Park. The neighborhood was quiet and close to some excellent restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy and content

Thank you for the great stay at this house. It was great to be able to bring our pups and they could just play and roam around in the back yard while we enjoyed the weather and family time together.. I also loved how well stocked the house was for the guests and puppies with the extra touch amenities. If we are ever back in the area we will definitely stay again. I would also recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim O., Palatine

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and location!

We stayed here for a few days to hike several trails in the area. The location was perfect and the place was terrific! The check in and out process was seamless. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house

House is cute and quirky with everything we needed for our too short trip to hike at Starved Rock. Outdoor space was our favorite and something we look for in a rental. Host supplied lots of great info on the area which was helpful. Would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J., Clifton

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend Getaway

The property was located perfectly in walking distance if you wanted to downtown Lasalle. Very close to all the hiking trails less then 10 minutes away. Elaine responds very quickly to questions or concerns. Clean and cozy. It was a quiet area. Us girls just wanted to relax and not have any schedules. We laughed and had a great time. I would stay again if in the area.. Elaine was a great hostess.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023