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Ottawa Family Nest – Cozy, Fun & Fresh Eggs!

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ottawa, IL
  • Place, Washington Square Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Appellate Court
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ottawa

With a stay at this vacation home in Ottawa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Starved Rock State Park and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Washington Square Park and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Appellate Court.

What's nearby

  • Washington Square Park - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Appellate Court - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Reddick Mansion - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Muffy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bianchis Pizza Downtown - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alfano's Pizza of Ottawa - ‬2 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.

Ottawa Family Nest – Cozy, Fun & Fresh Eggs!

Family-Friendly Home Near Downtown Ottawa – Fresh Eggs, Streaming & Playtime!

Looking for a cozy, kid-approved getaway near downtown Ottawa? Our freshly remodeled home is perfect for families who want comfort, convenience, and a few fun extras—like collecting fresh eggs from the backyard chicken coop!

Why Families Love It:
- 15 minutes to Starved Rock & nearby state parks for outdoor adventures
- Walkable or short drive to downtown shops & restaurants
- Multiple playgrounds nearby for little ones to burn off energy
- Sunroom with Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime & MLS Soccer
- Backyard chickens—kids love feeding them and gathering eggs!

The Space
Designed with families in mind, the home includes:

- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 rooms with queen beds for parents or older kids
- 1 room with 3 twin beds—perfect for siblings or cousins
- Crib mattress, pack-and-play, and air mattress available
- Extra linens in closets
- Highchair in the dining room

- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Stocked with towels & basic first aid supplies

- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Dishes, utensils, cooking essentials & dishwasher
- Pantry with cooking tools, washer & dryer

- Sunroom/Family Room
- Recliners, couch, glider & cozy blankets
- Great for movie nights or watching the chickens roam

Guest Access:
You’ll have full access to the house, except the basement, garage, and shed. Our family may occasionally visit the backyard to care for the chickens—but they’re friendly and love visitors!

Backyard Chickens:

Our hens live in a secure coop with automatic feeders. You're welcome to collect eggs and feed them through the chicken wire. We often let them roam freely—if you'd like them out (or in), just send us a message! They especially enjoy kitchen scraps, so feel free to share.

Before You Arrive:

We’ve put together local tips and recommendations to help your family make the most of your stay—from hiking trails and playgrounds to great spots for ice cream and pizza.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Before you check out, we’d really appreciate it if you could take the kitchen garbage out to the large bins located beside the garage.
Please do not to lock the bottom part of the side door with the keypad, only lock the keypad. To lock, just push the lock/unlock button
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pet towel is available near by entrance door.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Ottawa Family Nest – Cozy, Fun & Fresh Eggs! Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place. Host was helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025