Title: Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113423031&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! Villa with a water park, 3-minute walk to Starved Rock State Park ## Photo gallery for Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! ![Interior - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113423100/113423031/192c35ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113423100/113423031/254c4d28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113423100/113423031/39ebf703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113423100/113423031/b08f8f5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! (North Utica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113423100/113423031/335c2c05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Starved Rock State Park, Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! provides a water park, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! Come enjoy a wonderful family vacation at our cozy villa at Grand Bear Resort. After a day of hiking at Starved Rock, gather around the fireplace for some warm and cozy evenings in our spacious two-story cabin, or relax in the jacuzzi for the ultimate comfort. We also have lots of fun activities right at the cabin, including a Pacman Retro Arcade and giant games of checkers and Jenga! Our charming vacation villa is nestled in a beautiful wooded area and is perfect for families or groups, accommodating up to eight to nine people. The two-story villa has 1,800 square feet of space and features a cozy living room with a fireplace and a TV, plus a kitchen and dining area. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even a patio, along with a full-size washer and dryer. You can unwind on one of the two balconies while enjoying lovely views of the surrounding trees. The kitchen has everything you need, including major appliances, a coffee maker, a toaster, dishes, utensils for eight people, and basic cooking tools. The Master Bedroom is a spacious escape with a king-size bed, a fireplace, a TV, a private vanity, and a whirlpool tub. The second bedroom comes with two queen-size beds and its own TV. Additional 2 sofa beds located on the main floor, Note: We are not associated with the Waterpark ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting 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: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108197400/108197372/331fe78c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming woodland villa located in a secured resort across from Starved Rock North Utica - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=108197372&PinnedHotelID=108197372&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80740000/80731900/80731838/50ac77c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newer Rustic WiFi Villa by Starved Rock sleeps 7\. 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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 Utica is home to this villa. Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat and Hegeler Carus Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Starved Rock State Park and Deer Park Country Club. Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby. [Visit our Utica travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica.dx56017) [View more Villas in Utica](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Villas.d56017-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.31597%2C-89.01140&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Kv4M6l8ksH-fL1ba_fTxe0oNzH0=) North Utica, IL ### What's nearby - ![Starved Rock State Park showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658430/74a43e50-632a-40eb-8b13-2226619f442d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Starved Rock State Park 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Cascade Falls at Matthiessen State Park in Oglesby, Illinois](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658436/9a547c0f-128c-48af-a9fd-13df4bc10ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matthiessen State Park 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park 1 min drive \- 0.0 km - Mix's Trading Post 3 min drive \- 3.2 km - Skydive Chicago 25 min drive \- 32.5 km ### Getting around - Mendota Station 27 min drive ### Restaurants - Casey's General Store 6 min drive - Cortileno’s 7 min drive - The Rootbeer Stand 9 min drive - Garzanelli's 8 min drive - Back Door Lounge 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Villa at the Grand Bear Resort close to Starved Rock! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathon M. Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic spot, everything clean, great decor, check in quick and easy, overall excellent experience. ##### Jonathon M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great Villa for close to Starved Rock Hiking and good dining options. Utica has a fun Main Street. ##### Ross Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie E. May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get together. Comfortable villa with everything we needed. The location is perfect for visiting the State Parks. ##### Carrie E. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly S. Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location for visiting Oglesby, Utica and Starved Rock. Super spacious. The beds were comfortable and we had fun with the video game! Eduardo responded to messages promptly. My only suggestion is for renters to arrive in the daylight because the numbers are hard to see (not the owner’s fault) We would stay here again! ##### Kimberly S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan G. Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Getaway We had an amazing stay! The property was extremely clean, easy to locate & had plenty of great amenities. One of our favorite things to use was the arcade machine! The jacuzzi tub & fireplaces were also amazing. We picked this property since it was so close to Starved Rock State Park! The property has a fun outdoor vibe to it & we loved every second of it. 10/10 would stay again! ##### Nathan G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KIMBERLY Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was very clean and nicely decorated. ##### KIMBERLY Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Has many helpful amenities. The hot tub was more like a bath than a hot tub. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hector A. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Awesome arrangement for accommodations near Starve Rock. Place accommodations sleep up to 9\. Kitchen had everything to cook family dinner with and enjoy time together. ##### Hector A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristen W. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean. Host was great. ##### Kristen W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful condominium The condo is spacious, clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay. Eduardo is an excellent communicator. ##### Barry Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle S. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The villa was great! We loved the arcade machine! The location was perfect for hiking at Starved Rock and Matthiesen State Park. ##### Danielle S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristie C. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice ##### Kristie C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristie M. Jul 15, 2025 ##### Cristie M. 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