See all properties
Save
Entire home

The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing

Interior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
UTICA, IL
  • Popular LocationStarved Rock State Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMatthiessen State Park8 min walk
  • AirportPeru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)16 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Exterior
Starved rock area country ranch
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (6)
The price is $180
per night
$272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Starved rock area country ranch

About the neighborhood

Utica

In Utica .Within a 5-minute walk of this Utica villa, you'll find Starved Rock State Park and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Also, Matthiessen State Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Mix's Trading Post is within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Villas in UticaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park - 2 min walk
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 3 min walk
  • Matthiessen State Park - 8 min walk
  • Illinois River Winery - 2 min drive
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 5 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Lodi Tap House Utica - 3 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.

The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing

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

Property manager

mark d helgren

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

Property is also known as

Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing Villa
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing UTICA
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing Villa
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing UTICA
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing Villa
Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing
The Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing
The Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing
The Bears Den Quiet Comfortable Wildlife Hummingbird Viewing

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

Does The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing to downtown Utica?

This villa is 1.8 mi away from Utica.

The Bear Den Peaceful and Comfortable Animal and Hummingbird Viewing Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl F.

Hummingbirds do visit!
The property is gorgeous! The birds are abundant. In this particular location we were able to see deer in the woods in the morning and again at dusk. We had quiet a few hummingbird visits too. Nice and close to Starved Rock and the towns center. The owner was generous enough to provide water and muffins with a personal note. It was a really nice touch. On the flip side, we had to clean the hot tub and the comforter before we could use them. Both were not at their best. Also note the original fire places are blocked off with faux fireplace in front of them. I would visit again but not at the cost that we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit with elderly family member
Nice place. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Construction superintendent
Nice place, mark was very friendly and helpful.Nice location.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Cozy cabin, very spacious! Kitchen worked wonderfully and we were very close to the state park
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Comfortable
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lauryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
September Stay at The Bear Den
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and full of amenities! Great place to stay with thoughtful preparations!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023