The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing
About this villa rental
Grand bear vacation resort villa newly renovated very comfortable close to starved rock and Matthiessen state parks fully furnished two bedroom, two baths, 1 king size bed ,two queen beds very comfortable fully equipped kitchen and laundry Jacuzzi tub for relaxing lots of fun activities near by cable TV and WiFi provided front and back decks upstairs the living room is furnished with rustic looking furniture and animal mounts for that in the woods cabin feel guests are sure to enjoy this quiet comfortable atmosphere NEW SEALY SUMMER ROSE MEDIUM MATTRESSES FOR YOUR COMFORT
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Map of Deer Park Township, IL
Villa in Deer Park Township, IL
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(106 Reviews)
10.0
Nice place, mark was very friendly and helpful.Nice location.
5.0
Cozy cabin, very spacious! Kitchen worked wonderfully and we were very close to the state park
5.0
We enjoyed the stay. We found all the amenities very useful. The pictures are accurate of the location. We're hoping to come back next year.
5.0
Thank you for making our stay feel so special. Your cabin was welcoming, spacious, and well-stocked. We loved walking in and finding the muffins and bananas! What a thoughtful gesture, we are hoping to return some time!
4.0
Generally speaking we had a nice stay here, but there were a few things we were unaware of, the first being that The Bear Den is located in a resort. We were thinking it was a bit more tucked away and remote. Regardless, we had a very peaceful stay and the proximity to the parks/downtown is ideal. This spot would be perfect for a family with kids.
We also didn't realize just how much taxidermied animals were part of the decor: there were considerably more heads and animal displays than in the listing photos. Might not bother some folks but we're city dwellers so it was a little startling and spooky, especially in the dark.
Other than a few cobwebs and the wifi network being listed incorrectly on the info. sheets (we figured it out), it was a nice stay with perfectly adequately accommodations, including clean bathrooms, comfortable beds and spacious bedrooms. Thank you!
5.0
Well kept and full of amenities! Great place to stay with thoughtful preparations!
5.0
We went to the Starved Rock, Buffalo and Matthiessen parks. Went to Ottawa, took river cruise. Enjoyed dinner in downtown Utica. Learned about the history of the area. Enjoyed Grand Bear resort and villa. Will go again.
5.0
We've been to this area before this plsce is always great. Just a fun nice very relaxing time.
5.0
Our stay was amazi
5.0
Very clean, comfortable and centrally located accommodation to local attractions. Host was very responsive and thoughtful with treats and water provided for our stay.
4.0
Condo was nice and had plenty of room. Great location!
5.0
Great location
5.0
A well-appointed and well-furnished house to use as a base to explore Starved Rock and other nearby State Parks. Mark is a very thoughtful host, and the welcome basket of bananas and muffins were a pleasant surprise! Located inside the Grand Bear Resorts, it is walkable to everything the resort has to offer. We will be back in summer, when the resort will be fully functioning.
5.0
Plenty of room and nicely decorated
5.0
We spent a wonderful weekend in this beautiful place, we were received very hospitably, We were surprised that owner prepared some snack and water for us, on the last day we were allowed to stay as long as we want. Very nice place! I highly recommend!
3.0
Enjoyed location and size for 2 couples. One of the bathrooms were downstairs; so not very convenient. Very dirty; so that was a bummer and gross. Nice location and size
5.0
We loved everything about our stay. Or a bit disappointed that we were not able to use the fireplace however, we understand now with the history of the fire. Would be nice if the listing was changed, the order more accurately reflect that as we were looking forward to a fireplace. Otherwise everything was great. Left our stay.
5.0
The rental was much larger than we expected. Huge bedrooms and the living area downstair was very nice. We would love to stay again.
5.0
It was the perfect place to hike and stay!!
5.0
The place was well taken care of and bigger than the pictures made it seem plenty of indoor and outdoor space to play and not to far from the amenities of local towns
5.0
I couldn't ask for a better place to stay
5.0
We enjoyed our stay, it was so peaceful and we appreciated how well furnished it was.
4.0
Mark offered quick communication and nice extras for us. Check in and out was super easy. Location is great for trail walking and nature viewing. Enhanced cleaning of common areas would be nice. As well as toppers for mattresses. They are very firm- some may like that tough! It was a girls weekend and we hope to stay with Mark again.
5.0
This was the perfect location for a fall getaway to do some hiking at Starved Rock. We will definitely be back for an extended stay visit!
5.0
The Villa was roomy and quiet. It felt like home!
5.0
Property was wonderful. Extra effort was put in to make sure our stay was a home away from home. Thanks so much!
5.0
This villa was exactly what we were looking for. Close to the state parks, clean, easy check in/check out. Host had muffins and fresh bananas out on the table when we arrived. Check out was easy, didn't require too many cleaning tasks or procedures like some rentals do. Definitely would stay again.
5.0
Great location, quiet area. Only complaint would be the beds they were on the hard side and very noisy other than that absolutely awesome
5.0
Really enjoyed my stay! Great host and property.
5.0
Thank you for a pleasant stay. It had all that was needed and very comfortable.
5.0
We did a little neighbor trip and had a blast! Would definitely come again!
5.0
What a great place!
My family and I absolutely loved this place, and can’t wait to go back. The owner was great to deal with and had many personal touches to make our stay extra special. Thank you Mark for a wonderful experience.
5.0
We love the Bears Den!
This is our second summer coming back and spending a month at Mark's place. We love it. It's always clean- FULLY stocked- and we love the location within Grand Bear- wonderful end unit with tons of wildlife. It's always relaxing and so easy to get to everything in Utica/Ottawa/LaSalle and obviously the state parks. The villa is incredibly spacious and the kids love that there are tv's in both bedrooms so they can take breaks upstairs and not have to share! We look forward to summer number three here next year!
5.0
Very close to both starved rock and Mattesion parks .. everything was provided that we needed 💜💜💜
5.0
Great experience..
Very close to both starved rock and Mattesion parks .. everything was provided that we needed 💜💜💜
5.0
Fantastic owners and townhouse
The owners are amazing and the townhouse has everything you need. Dishwashing soap and sponges, coffee and creamer, paper towels etc. most places don’t include that. Owners left us muffins, frag bananas and a personalized note. Completely amazing.
The only two cons are more of an fyi for consideration before you book if they are important to you
1) beds are extra firm mattresses in case that’s a problem for you
2) Pool/water park are not included. Resort wanted to charge $140 (for three people) per day for pool privileges. I just went to the public pool for $3 a person and we had a great time.
5.0
Great Location for hiking
Mark had all the extras covered. There were muffins and bananas on the table, bottled water, coffee and many more things available for our use. The condo was clean and the area was very quiet. Across the street was the trail head for St Louis Canyon. Starved Rock Visitor center and many trail heads were less than 2 miles away. Matthieson State Park was close too and had great hiking as well. Our favorite local restaurant, Palermo Pizza, was in the town of Peru. About 15 minutes away. This property is in a great location for hiking.
5.0
Peaceful place
I love how peaceful the back patio was. Perfect for morning or afternoon read. The house is great and spacious with a nice coffee bar. The location is kind of hidden away but very close ride to Starved Rock and downtown Utica. Perfect!
5.0
This property was perfect for our family trip to Starved Rock. The property exceeded my expectations. The space has everything-extra pillows, blankets, towels, kleenex, muffins, bottled water, and all the kitchen gadgets and utensils you could need. The space was well cleaned and very cozy. The location was perfect, we spent the morning hiking, came back for lunch, then headed out on another hike in the afternoon. It is 15 minutes to Ottawa for fun food and treats. Mark answered all of our questions right away. My kids are already excited about going back!
5.0
We can’t wait to go back. My husband and I wanted to go to Starve Rock for the first time kid free. It was amazing and this was right around the corner from it. The owner answered my questions and got us muffins for our stay. This was super sweet. We can’t wait to come back with the kids.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Deer Park Township?
The average price for a rental in Deer Park Township is $174 per night. This rental is $31 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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