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Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath

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Smart TV
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath

This quaint, inviting retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway for couples or an ideal family bonding vacation for up to four including your fur babies. It has all the amenities you need to be comfortable and is situated ideally in the south side neighborhood of The Cottages at Heron's Landing. Relaxation meets recreation as you enjoy the front porch view of the Illinois waterway or saunter five minutes into town to dine, shop or gather with friends.

The kitchen is fully equipped with quality appliances including a Kuerig coffee maker, toaster, utensils, pot and pans. Just bring the groceries and you’ll have everything you need to cook your favorite meal. The kitchen, dining area and living room is one large open space for everyone to congregate and spend time cooking, eating and playing together. Read a book, watch a movie, or spend quality time with friends or family.
For restful sleep, dream away in the bedroom with a king size bed and additional flat screen TV. Wake up and sit on the covered porch in the morning as you enjoy your coffee. Write. Catch up on the novel you’ve been meaning to read. Relish the calm and serenity.

House Rules:
During your stay, we ask that you remember to be respectful of your neighbors. Quiet hours are from 10pm- 7am.  Events, parties or gatherings in or around the home are forbidden. Tents are not allowed on property. For real, take the party to the many downtown bars, where live music is always playing.

We love pets, however we have some limitations. Bow Wow on the River has a two pet maximum with a 75lb maximum weight per dog. There is a $100 non-refundable pet deposit that is required when you are bringing your fur friend along. Please make sure that your pet(s) are leashed while you are out and about Heritage Harbor. Also, your pet must be caged if you decide to leave it unattended. Should you choose to ignore this, there will be a $300 fine assessed for breaking this rules.

Additionally, thank you for respecting our "no smoking" policy so that we can keep our properties in the best condition possible. Should you choose to ignore this, there will be a $300 fine assessed for breaking this rules. We thank you for refraining and being respectful of our homes - please don't make us hunt you down for fines as it cuts into our naptime.

Also, do not forget to enjoy all the nearby amenities and activities including swimming, fire pits, kayaking, kite flying, trail hiking/walking, bike riding trails, craft beer and wine tasting, zip lining, sky diving, glass blowing, and much more!

Property manager

Heritage Harbor Ottawa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $100.00 non-refundable deposit (2 pet max)

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
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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A Dog Friendly Retreat
Bow Wow on The River #5
1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Ottawa
1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Cottage
1 bedroom accommodation in Ottawa Cottage Ottawa
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About the neighborhood

Map
Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 7 min drive
  • Washington Square Park - 8 min drive
  • Skydive Chicago - 14 min drive
  • Buffalo Rock State Park - 14 min drive
  • Starved Rock State Park - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪New Chalet Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of Washington Square Park and Appellate Court. Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Bow Wow on the River | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bridgit C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Property states that it sleeps 4, but really only 1 king and smaller Murphy bed accommodate 3 comfortably. A sleeper sofa would make it more amenable to 4 guests, also, shower drain was slow and water built up during the shower. Management/cleaning company should be checking these things, otherwise really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
Enjoyed the house and the area .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Very relaxing with gorgeous scenery! The house was beautiful. The smart house aspect was a little daunting as we don’t have that at home but we figured it out. Otherwise it was lovely. Close to hiking!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a quiet, rural area but with walking and biking areas in and around the complex.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Winter Get Away
The property was wonderful. It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. We especially enjoyed the view of the river and the close access to hiking. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing long weekend
Very decent weekend on the river. Relaxing environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Halinka b.

Disappointing
Could not access wifi due to invalid password. My husband needed it so he could work on his laptop. Property manager said he would send someone over but we never heard back. Dog friendly place but the dog beds and blankets were covered in dog hair. Those beds really should not be there or everything should be vacuumed off and washed. Fortunately we brought our own dog beds. Dogs water bowl was slimey so again either remove the stuff or sanitize it. Both toilets need a new seat due to urine stains under the seat itself. Smear marks and fingerprints on refrigerator and dishwasher. Not sure if a thorough covid cleaning happens there. We bought steaks to grill on the BBQ but unfortunately it would not light and we tried everything. We even tried using a lighter but to no avail. Not sure what the deal was but those things need to be maintained to make sure they work. No access at that time of the day to anyone that could help. Murphy bed on landing is a good idea but there is a large desk that almost blocks the entry way. Sunshine through the main windows overlooking the river caused a glare making it hard to watch the TV. The porch was the best part of the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020