Vacation rentals in Serena

Dog Approved Country Suite

This floor of my home is all yours! Non-shared studio, non-smoking property, fully fenced back yard. Please choose my home for yourself, not just your dog; enjoy a full kitchen & appliances, 1 full size futon bed, cable (basic) tv, laundry & bath. It’s peaceful living on a septic w/well water. Welcome to the country! Clean yes, but lived in & loved. Limited WiFi-no streaming. Weekly & monthly discounts. Approx 5 miles to I80 & 21 miles to Starved Rock. LOOK AT A MAP I can’t change my location.

Starved Rock Carriage House: Fence + Pet Friendly!

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located stay. Ideal for groups, this 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home comes equipped with a variety of adult games, stylish wine & drink glasses, stamped concrete patio with dining space, fire pit and lounging area, unique second story deck/balcony, & lower level movie theater! I&M Canal - 1.1 miles Downtown Ottawa - 1.5 miles Buffalo Rock State Park - 3 miles Starved Rock State Park - 10 miles Matthiessen State Park - 12 miles SkyDive Chicago - 8 miles

Starved Rock - Skydive Chicago - Creek View

You will have access to the entire house. Two story, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features kitchen, family room, TV room, living room with electric fireplace & basement. There is an additional family room with electric fireplace in the basement. There is a large 2 car attached garage. The back yard overlooks beautiful Goose Creek. Home is 15 minute ride to Starved Rock State Park or Skydive Chicago. Set in a park like setting close to many amenities, parks, & restaurants. Abundant wildlife.

Riverfront Beauty

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. on the Illinois river, large waterfront yard with Geese, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, White Pelicans and Eagles showing up on a regular basis. Close walking distance to grocery store, liquor store and downtown restaurants and bars in peaceful Ottawa, Illinois near Starved Rock State Park. Upper level (has stairs) 2 bedroom overlooking the Illinois River, play in the large yard or build a campfire in the fire pit next to the river and just chill.

Enchanted Garden Treehouse (Amenity*)

Spring is here, the flowers out, the treehouse warm and cozy, and the hot tub ready! Relax on cool evenings in our luxurious, very private, 4' deep cedar hot tub nestled in the evergreens, while the moon and stars swirl overhead, the waterfall cuts thru snow into the koi pond, and the fire table and torches blaze. The running stream makes this a wildlife refuge, with tons of birds, squirrels, rabbits, foxes and hawks. We are 420 friendly. Come experience the magic and make a special memory!

Country Home with Outdoor Hot Tub by Starved Rock

Beautiful Country Home with private outdoor Jacuzzi Hot Tub secluded by farmland on almost 3 Acres in North Utica Huge outdoor fire pit and concrete patio too Lots of parking space enough for a boat and trailer Starved Rock, Buffalo Rock, Matthiessen State Parks and the Illinois river are close by for hiking ,fishing or kayaking Starved Rock Marina and Sky dive Chicago are close by Dining and Shopping only a few miles away in downtown Utica Ottawa or Peru A unique and tranquil getaway.

Julie's Place, Peaceful, Clean, Work crew welcomed

Super Clean, Quiet & Cozy! 🐕Pet friendly 🙂Event Room Available -Ask!! (Additional fee ) 90 mi to Chicago! 2 hrs to the Dells! 5 min west of Hwy 39/51 15 min to NIU 45 min to Rockford Walking and bike trail nearby! Beautiful home! Super clean! Monday-Sat check: 3 PM Sunday Check-In: 5 PM Our eight-jet power shower will relax those tired muscles after a full day of activity. A soak in our modern,free-standing tub will sooth and your worries away. A well stocked kitchen awaits you!

Canal House

Recently titled the Hallmark House by a customer! This house is on the I&M walking and biking trail and is a remodeled 800 square ft historic canal house in Utica. Walk or Bike two blocks into the center of town and enjoy meals and local drinks. Two Bedrooms and a Bathroom and a large modern kitchen. Relax in the living room with a small electric fireplace. Beautiful country setting with lots of natural light and located on a working farm. Golf courses 2-3 miles from Canal House.

Penthouse In The Historic Hobbs

Experience luxury and historic charm at the Penthouse in the Historic Hobbs. Built in 1892, and restored in 2023, this new one bedroom corner unit offers a panoramic view of the Aurora skyline. Cook a delicious meal in the fully stocked kitchen. Dine at the bespoke table in the window bay under the iconic onion dome. Relax on the cozy sofa and enjoy a movie on the big screen TV. Rest in the plush king-sized bed. This urban retreat is near coffee, shopping, art and entertainment.

Historic Loft/Charlotte Suite/Starved Rock/Utica

Welcome to the Charlotte Suite. This newly renovated historic lofted condo is located in downtown Utica, IL (Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks). It will accommodate up to 4 guests, but is ideal for a romantic getaway or a girls trip with a king sized bed and queen size sofa sleeper. The lower level of The Bickerman is home to Bruce & Ollie’s Coffee, Ice Cream and Deli. It is a place for everyone to enjoy! The building has been restored while maintaining it’s rich history!

Willow Tree Cottage

Located a block from downtown Utica, and walking distance to several wineries, this is the perfect place for travelers who want to experience Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, or Buffalo Rock (with its scenic overlook of the Illinois River Valley). The I&M canal has miles of towpath for walking or bike riding and is within feet of your front door. Several nice restaurants, antique shops, make your own art studio, and dessert shops are within walking distance.

Starved Rock Downtown Utica Unit

This remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with queen-sized sleeper sofa is located in downtown North Utica, just a short distance from the breathtaking Starved Rock State Park. The apartment features a modern and stylish interior design, with plenty of natural light pouring in through large windows. The bedroom includes a comfortable King-sized bed. The kitchen and bathroom have been completely renovated with new fixtures, quartz counter top in this fully stocked kitchen.