With a stay at this condo in Utica, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Starved Rock State Park and August Hill Winery Tasting Room. .This condo is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Illinois & Michigan Canal.
August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Illinois & Michigan Canal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Mix's Trading Post - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Starved Rock State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Getting around
Mendota Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 4 min drive
Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
The Dugout - 10 min drive
The Rootbeer Stand - 11 min drive
Casey's - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Loft Suite Frances / Starved Rock/ Utica
Welcome to the Frances Suite! This loft style condo is very comfortable and centrally located in the heart of Utica. The front windows have been restored to their original height and offer an awesome view of the downtown. There is a full kitchen with plenty of space to unwind after a long day of hiking or shopping. You can relax by the cozy fireplace with a book or take a long shower in the beautiful walk in. There is a king sized bed and a queen sized pullout sofa sleeper.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, which features a fireplace. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals.
Guests will find features like internet access.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
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 and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No loud noise or music after 9 PM
No candles
Leave windows closed please
Additional cleaning fees will be incurred for cooking food with lingering odors.
No food or drink in the bedroom.
NO smoking or vaping of any kind.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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
Historic Loft Suite Frances / Starved Rock/ Utica Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Amazing place! The photos do not do it justice! Tons of room, charm, and awesome location. There are lots of fun little shops and restaurants within close walking distance, and it's also really close to some great hikes at Starved Rock.
Great get-away. The historic loft is beautiful, clean, and modern. Surprisingly, there was NO "old" smell, and despite the outdoor dining below, it was perfectly quiet in the bedroom. And the BED-so comfortable! We loved our stay and enjoyed hiking in the state parks nearby!
Our second time staying at the Frances Suite. Another perfect stay! Two days this time, so we were able to see more of what the area has to offer. My only suggestion would be to apply tinted window film to the upper windows. The sun is bright and heats up the room, requiring the AC to work more. Also, makes it difficult to view the TV at certain times of the day.
We are repeat guests, and everything was just as we remembered. The suite is kept clean and well-stocked. It is a great place to relax after a day of hiking.
Just the perfect getaway for us. Excellent stay in all ways. The place is so comfortable and yet extravagant. The location is ideal for enjoying the local dining and a short drive to the beautiful hiking trails of Starved Rock.
John W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location, very historical building! Great stay, great host, will definitely rent again!
Great weekend getaway: clean, well appointed, and comfy. Such a short drive from Chicago and close to all sorts of fun exploring (towns and parks). We'll be back for sure.
My family and I stayed in the Frances suite. It is very nicely finished, super clean and spacious. The kitchen has all the essentials. We love its location in downtown Utica and right above a coffee shop!
We stayed for a weekend and we were very happy. The place is very clean and recently renovated. I would come back again for sure. The location is convenient for walking to restaurants and a short drive to the parks.
The loft was stunning 😍 It was elegantly decorated and the view of downtown was beautiful. When our friends saw it they were very impressed. We would definitely stay there again.
My husband and teen daughter loved this loft stay! It was in the perfect location for noshing, hiking, antiquing and biking ( right off I and M canal path ). We will definitely book this loft again!
Kim B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This historic loft was absolutely amazing!!! We’ll be back again!!!
We had a beautiful stay. The loft is clean and perfectly appointed, exactly what we needed to enjoy a relaxing getaway. It is located within minutes of Starved Rock and Matthiessen. The town of Utica was charming with plenty of great options for meals and drinks. Thanks for a great weekend away!
We loved this unique property in downtown Utica, clean comfortable and wonderfully restored historic loft space. We appreciated all the thoughtful touches even down to the fluffy towels. Sweet treat coupons left by host were appreciated. Highly recommend this property and would stay again, this is a gem!
The location is outstanding and the interior is immaculate! Spacious and comfortable. Great communication with the owners. Do yourself a favor, if it's available book it!