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Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room

Family-friendly vacation home in Ottawa

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Escape to a fun-filled retreat near Starved Rock and Skydive at FUN ESCAPE 1. Unleash your playful side in the two game room areas, featuring life-size SCRABBLE, mini pool table, ping pong, and more. Enjoy outdoor patio space or unwind in the art studio area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room


Presenting FUN ESCAPE 1
Welcome to your fun getaway near Starved Rock and Skydive.
Maximum 8registered guests, no other visitors. ONLY ONE PET ALLOWED with weight limit under 20 pounds. See rule section for house rules.
$100 penalty per person assessed for each person over 8. Only Three vehicles maximum allowed.

Just 12 Miles from Starved Rock State Park and just 4 Miles from Skydive.

This home away from home boasts 2 game room areas:
"Friends photo area"
Photo props with hats and glasses,
life size SCRABBLE, mini pool table,
ping pong, foosball table, mini shuffle board,
Air shot basketball, AIR HOCKEY,
Pac Man & Marvel Arcade Games,
Karaoke machine, art studio area
mini golf game and 4 TV's.

Entire house and patio for use. Front and north side yard use only for guests. Open stairway from kitchen and living room are CAUTION for safety, areas overlook stairway to basement. Keep door to basement closed at all times.

If you are bringing along children, please be advised that the house is not entirely childproof and guardians should supervise their children at all times. By agreeing to these house rules, you state that you are aware there are steps, an overlook to the steps (if kids love to jump or climb this could pose a danger), and other factors that could pose a risk to young children if they are not supervised at all times.

All persons are home must be registered, you may not have extra guests not registered for dinner stays or otherwise.
If you decide to paint, there is a charge of $5 per canvas for materials and paint.

Perfect for a group who love to have fun and relax. This house boasts 2 game room areas. All guests
must sleep above grade level of the house.

Other things to note:
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS ALLOWED. No pets or smoking of any kind is allowed.

Patio space for guest, however, back yard RESTRICTED. Please be sure to read house rules completely. Outdoor patio closes 9:00 pm.

Owner is licensed real estate agent, no agency to rental guests.

Property amenities

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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Out door patio closes 9 pm. Residential area and want to keep area quiet for neighbors. Thank you
Only 3 vehicles allowed. No parties or events. Pet under 20 pounds allowed, guest is responsible for any damages.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ottawa, IL

What's nearby

  • Dayton Ridge Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Reddick Mansion - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Appellate Court - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Skydive Chicago - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room located?

This family-friendly Ottawa vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Dayton Ridge Golf Club, Washington Square Park, and Reddick Mansion. Appellate Court and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Fun Escape 1 - Starved Rock - Skydive- Game Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good house with tons of activities to do, just in the house alone. Everything was well stocked and the bnb also included complimentary snacks and food which I found very thoughtful and kind. The host was even able to accommodate an earlier arrival time for me. My only suggestion for improvement is that the master suite's shower had a very strong/stinky smell. However, that's not a big deal and the stay was definitely a 5-star experience with all of the options and amenities provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

This property was just what we needed. Working out of town we needed a place to come home to and unwind. Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun!

Such an amazing place! My family was alway entertained and having a great time in this gem. Everything we needed and more was there. Host was great with checking in with us to make sure we had everything. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Place to Stay With Kids

We stayed in this home with 4 of our grand kids! It was clean, in a good location and had TONS of games and activities! The kids loved it! It was also close to hiking, which is what we were in the area to do! However we had just as much fun hanging out at this fun little house!! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So fun and homey!

This place was amazing to stay at! Theresa truly thought of everything to make this house feel like a home. We were visiting the area due to a death in our family, so the house was such a nice escape to take our mind off of everything. Theresa was even nice enough to allow us to book an additional day last minute. She really got us out of a pinch! If you’re on the fence about booking this place, you definitely should! It is even better than the pictures show. So much to do, and they even had a toddler play area for our little one! It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking Starved Rock

This house it conveniently located for hiking at Starved Rock. It is reasonably priced and nicer than the lodges at the park. Host is closeby and quickly responsive to communications.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely enjoyed the home !

Home was very nice and clean and such a nice quiet area . We enjoyed our time in the home and my toddler and 4 year niece had a blast in the activities and toys available for them . Us adults also enjoyed the game rooms and painting. Would definitely stay in this home again in the future .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a family getaway

The games gave us a chance to have a family Olympic Games. A chance to reconnect. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life is grand spring break fun!!

First VRBO stay for us—REALLY set the bar high! Teenage granddaughters loved the activities, games and comfy beds. Their grandparents loved watching and interacting with them. Easy to get to, quiet neighborhood, close to grocery shopping, etc. TRULY fabulous and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bible Group Girls Getaway

We have a very tight small group who wanted to get away and not go too far. This home was absolutely perfect. You will never be bored in this house or in the area. Thank you for your genuine hospitality and for all that your home supplied to make this an unforgettable girls weekend. We will definitely be back and with our families also. They too need to experience this. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor G., West Chester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

We stayed in Theresa's home for a girls' weekend. There were 5 of us. We had the best time. The layout of the home was great with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths along with games, karaoke, etc. It was relaxing, and we didn't need to leave the house. Very clean; plenty of dishes/utensils, etc. Great outside space as well and a 3-season sunroom. Great, quiet neighborhood. Safe. Theresa was very communicative and welcoming host. We will definitely stay here again. We loved the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house with lots of fun activities

The house was exactly as listed. Property was in a quiet neighborhood, easy access to downtown and the state parks. We enjoyed all of the games and activities, especially the ping pong. Once I realized the Ms Pac Man also had Galaga I had to make sure I took the high score. My hand now looks like a claw (Friends reference for those who appreciate this part of the house nostalgia). The house had lots of extras that you don’t see in some of the other rentals, like coffee, snacks, spices, condiments and napkins. Thanks for being a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christiann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Funnest House, For Sure

We had a terrific stay at this property. The kids were constantly entertained by the fantastic game rooms (oh, how I wish something like this had existed when I was a kid!) and the adults had time to relax and chat. There are movie-watching treats (popcorn galore and candy) for the kids and coffee-drinking treats for the adults. We were in the house over the Thanksgiving holiday, so we brought in all our own food and cooked a big meal. The kitchen isn't outfitted for serious foodie cooking, but we had everything we needed and the place felt homey and lovely for the holiday. There was lots of extra bedding, and every room was comfy and cosy. Lots and lots of extra towels (which I happen to appreciate) and well-stcked bathrooms. Theresa checked in with us right away, and I knew if we needed anything she would respond quickly! We never needed to contact her, though, because we were well-provided for. A gem of a place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rudy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024