You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Serenity Now | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Welcome to Serenity Now Cottages at Heron’s Landing • Heritage Harbor Marina Resort • Illinois River • Managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals
Serenity Now is a peaceful retreat located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing neighborhood of Heritage Harbor. Nestled along the Illinois River, this home offers cozy charm, stunning water views, and multiple porches designed for relaxation. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee, dining alfresco, or winding down at sunset, Serenity Now is the perfect place to recharge.
Home Features: Inside, the bright open-concept living room flows into a fully stocked kitchen, making it easy to cook and connect with family and friends. A half bath is located on the main floor for added convenience, while a seasonally screened porch and a side porch provide inviting outdoor living spaces.
Main Level: ✔ Open-concept kitchen and living area ✔ Half bathroom ✔ Screened porch + side porch
Second Level: ✔ Primary Bedroom: King bed + private balcony with river views ✔ Second Bedroom: Queen-over-Queen bunk bed ✔ Full bathroom ✔ Laundry area
Outdoor Living: Relax on the screened porch, soak in river views from the private balcony, or gather on the side porch for quiet moments by the water.
Parking: One designated parking spaces are included with your stay.
Perks & Amenities: ✔ 2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms ✔ Sleeps up to 6 guests ✔ Fully equipped kitchen ✔ Screened porch + side porch ✔ Private balcony with river views ✔ Washer & dryer ✔ Smart TVs + Wi-Fi ✔ Riverfront location
Interaction with Guests: Our Harbor Inn team is on-site daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. to help with activity recommendations, dining reservations, or anything else you may need during your stay.
House Rules: • Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. – 7 a.m. • No parties, events, or tents • No smoking anywhere on the property ($500 fine for non-compliance) • No pets allowed to ensure the highest quality and cleanliness ($300 fine for non-compliance)
Explore & Adventure: Located in the Cottages at Heron’s Landing, Serenity Now places you near both the water and the heart of the Heritage Harbor community. Guests can enjoy swimming, kayaking, biking trails, and community fire pits, or explore local favorites like zip lining, sky diving, hiking trails, and craft beverage tastings. Downtown Ottawa is just minutes away, filled with shops, restaurants, and live entertainment.
Serenity Now is professionally managed by Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals, your locally owned and operated hospitality team at Heritage Harbor.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center. Features include concierge services and laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Services include a concierge
Onsite recreation includes a playground
7 minutes by car from OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center and 8 minutes from Reddick Mansion
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, concierge services, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
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
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.