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Bow-wow on The River #5

4.0 star property
Cottage in Ottawa with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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House, 1 King Bed (Bow Wow on the River) | Property grounds
House, 1 King Bed (Bow Wow on the River) | Interior
House, 1 King Bed (Bow Wow on the River) | Living area | TV
House, 1 King Bed (Bow Wow on the River) | Interior
House, 1 King Bed (Bow Wow on the River) | Private kitchen | Fridge, cookware/dishes/utensils
Consider a stay at Bow-wow on The River #5 and take advantage of an outdoor fireplace, a playground, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy fishing, boating, and cycling at this cottage. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 482 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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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.

Bow-wow on The River #5

Cottage in Ottawa with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a seasonal outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. The cottage provides 1.5 bathrooms and a refrigerator, plus free WiFi and a TV. Housekeeping is not available.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps).
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Champagne service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor fireplace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)

General

  • Bicycle rentals

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 30 to September 30

Property is also known as

Bow wow on The River #5
Bow-wow on The River #5 Ottawa
Bow-wow on The River #5 Cottage
Bow-wow on The River #5 Cottage Ottawa

About the neighborhood

Ottawa is home to this cottage. Reddick Mansion and The Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mix's Trading Post and Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and skydiving.
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179 Leeward Way, Ottawa, IL, 61350

What's nearby

  • OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Washington Square Park - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Skydive Chicago - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Starved Rock State Park - 20 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The New Brite Spot Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Court Street Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bow-wow on The River #5 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bow-wow on The River #5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bow-wow on The River #5?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Bow-wow on The River #5?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bow-wow on The River #5?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Bow-wow on The River #5 located?

Situated in Ottawa, this cottage 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. Reddick Mansion and Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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