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COZY Fox River Retreat

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, stereo
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, stereo

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5500 sq ft

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Ottawa, IL
  • Place, Skydive Chicago
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Buffalo Rock State Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Starved Rock State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

This vacation home is located within a 15-minute drive of Dayton Ridge Golf Club and Skydive Chicago. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Skydive Chicago - 16 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Washington Square Park - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Buffalo Rock State Park - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 31 min drive - 20.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

COZY Fox River Retreat

This Cozy home is perfect for your canoe, kayak, or pontoon and your fishing poles. Whether you are a fisherman, boater, outdoor adventurous or just looking for a quiet getaway you are sure to enjoy your stay.

Located minutes from Skydive Chicago, Ayers Landing and C&M canoe rentals, historic downtown Ottawa, wonderful bars award winning micro brews and many unique family-owned restaurants.

Less than a half an hour from legendary Starved Rock, Mattiessen and Buffalo Rock state parks.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

NO BOOKING TO GUESTS UNDER 24 Years of Age Please do not wear shoes in the house. NO PARTIES NO Smoking in the house NO PETS Clean Dishes
Do not leave items by the river unattended. Take Garbage to the cans outside, do not leave garbage in the house.
Place dirty towels and bedding in hallway outside the bedrooms before leaving. Do not unplug or mess with technology / tv cords Lock doors + windows

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Cashless transactions are available
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ottawa, close to Skydive Chicago, Washington Square Park, and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo. You'll also find Dayton Ridge Golf Club and Appellate Court nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is COZY Fox River Retreat good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a firepit.

Does COZY Fox River Retreat have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at COZY Fox River Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at COZY Fox River Retreat comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

COZY Fox River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a cute little house. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home

The inside of the property was as very small but clean and nice. The location wasn’t very pleasant view of neighborhood. No tv’s in bedrooms. Water smelled like rotten eggs and the sink in the bathroom ran dry slow. The view from the deck was amazing and the dock was great for fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away!

This home is adorable, immaculate and obviously well cared for. I stayed for a week to get away from the city and this was perfect! I plan on coming back many times in the years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023