Title: Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109883463&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers Vacation home in Minooka with patio and jetted bathtub ## Photo gallery for Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers ![Marina - Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers (Minooka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109883500/109883463/5368dbea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers (Minooka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109883500/109883463/626f534e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers (Minooka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109883500/109883463/1c6a5db0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers (Minooka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109883500/109883463/50126d6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers (Minooka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109890000/109883500/109883463/c4f673a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to River Ridge Retreat, a serene 4-bedroom haven nestled in charming Minooka. Unwind by the pool, stay active in the fitness room or explore nearby Starved Rock State Park with provided kayaks. Enjoy family-friendly comforts and modern amenities like high-speed WiFi, a cozy propane fire pit table and an equipped recreation area. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Gym - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers River Ridge Retreat: Spacious 4-Bedroom Escape with Pool, Fitness Room, and Adventure Near Starved Rock Welcome to River Ridge Retreat, a serene and spacious 4-bedroom home nestled in the charming town of Minooka, IL. Perfect for families, groups of friends, or adventure seekers, this lovely getaway offers a blend of comfort, relaxation, and outdoor fun. Located just minutes from the Illinois River and a short drive from Starved Rock State Park, River Ridge Retreat is the ideal home base for exploring nature, enjoying water activities, or simply unwinding in your private oasis. The home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests across four well-furnished bedrooms, offering ample space and privacy for everyone. During the warmer months, the outdoor pool is the perfect place to cool off after a day of exploring. When the temperature drops, the charming gazebo with heaters and a cozy propane fire pit table creates the ideal setting for evening gatherings. The spacious deck is perfect for morning coffee or outdoor dining. For those who like to stay active, the indoor fitness room is fully equipped with essentials to keep up with your fitness routine. For entertainment, the recreation area features a pool table, offering plenty of opportunities for friendly competition. High-speed WiFi ensures that remote workers or anyone needing to stay connected can do so effortlessly. If you're looking for water adventures, the property provides two kayaks for guest use, allowing you to explore the nearby Illinois River. The home is also close to entries for the Des Plaines and Kankakee Rivers, just 15-20 minutes away, offering even more opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and riverside exploration. Situated near Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, and the Illinois River, outdoor enthusiasts will have access to some of Illinois' most beautiful hiking trails, canyons, and scenic views. Whether you're here to explore the natural beauty or simply relax at the property, River Ridge Retreat provides everything you need for a memorable stay. In addition to its outdoor amenities, the home is family-friendly and well-equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Local attractions like Dollinger's Pumpkin Farm and Kellers Apple Orchard are nearby, offering seasonal fun for guests of all ages. Whether you want to relax by the pool, stay fit in the gym, or embark on outdoor adventures like kayaking and hiking, River Ridge Retreat offers the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. With modern amenities and proximity to some of the area's best attractions, this home is the ultimate getaway in lovely Minooka, IL. Book your stay today and discover the perfect retreat at River Ridge Retreat! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - 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 ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Gym - Hiking/biking trails 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) ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90700000/90694700/90694653/ea4c2f5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chataue Channahon Channahon - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=90694653&PinnedHotelID=90694653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101042100/101042043/2088b8d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy two bedroom home by historic Rt. 66, pet friendy too! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.442867,-88.28465&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_e%7E%7BF%60bzyO%3FS%3FS%3FU%40U%3FS%40S%40U%40S%40UBS%40S%40SBUBSBSBSBSDSBSDSDSBQDSDSFQDSFQFQDQFSFQFQFOHQFQHOFQHOHOHOHOHOHOJMJOHMJMJMHMLMHMLKJMJKJKLKJKLKLILILIJILILGLINILGLGLGNGLELENGLENCNELCNCLENANCNALCNANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBL%40NDLBNBNDLBNDLFNDLDLFNFLHLDLHNHJFLHLHLHLHJHLJLJJJLJJJJLJJJLJLJLJLJLHLJNHLHNHNJNHNHNFNHPFNHPFPFPHNFPFRDPFPDPFRDPDRDRDPDRBRDRBRDR%40RBRBRBTBR%40R%40R%40TBR%3FT%40R%40R%3FT%40T%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FRAT%3FRARAT%3FRCRATARATCRCRCRCRATERCRERCPEREREPERERGPERGPEPGPGPIPGPGNIPGPINGNIPINKNINILINKLILKNKLKLKLKJKJKLKJMLKJMHMJKHMJMFMJMFKHOFMHMFMFOFMFMDOFMDODMBODODMBOBMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCMEOEOCMEOEMGMEOGMGMEMIOIMGMIMGKKMGMKMIMKKIMKKMKKKMMKIKMMIMKMKOIMKMKOIMIOIOIOIQIOGOIQGOIQGQGQGQGQEQGQGSEQGSESEQCSESEQCSESCSCUCSCSCSASAUCSAUASASAS%3FUAS%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gH62mN_NRWXDIRsoS01O8bTrUxc=) Minooka, IL #### What's nearby - Morris Hospital & Healthcare Center \- 3 min drive \- 3.5 km - Channahon State Park \- 7 min drive \- 8.1 km - Joliet Junior College \- 11 min drive \- 15.7 km - Empress River Casino \- 13 min drive \- 18.5 km - Hollywood Casino Joliet \- 13 min drive \- 18.9 km #### Getting around - Joliet Gateway Center - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive - ‪Minooka Creamery - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers have a pool? ### Is Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers pet-friendly? ### Where is Illinois River Retreat: Kayak Near Starved Rock, Desplaines & Illinois Rivers located? ## Have a question? 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