The accommodations were fabulous -- very log cabin feel, which was entirely appropriate given that the area is very wooded with rivers and streams. The two-bedroom/two-bath could be a lock out with a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom as the smaller bedroom has a small refrigerator and stove in addition to a very large bathroom. If you live in and around Chicago, this would be a fabulous resort to own as you can use the resort just on the weekends and still feel like you "got away from it all."

FANTASTIC! We had a brand-new two-bedroom unit with a large Jacuzzi tub in the master suite. The kitchen was state-of-the-art and all of the furniture was very comfortable.

Best Things Nearby:
There is nothing nearby--this is the kind of resort where you enjoy the amenities on hand. Chicago is 70 miles away.

Best Things About the Resort:
They accept pets--our son was excited we could bring our dog. The units were ample. The master bedroom had a large whirlpool tub. There was a large indoor pool with a separate children's pool. The Fox River resort had an activities center with many planned activities each day geared towards kids--my 2-year-old loved the finger painting. The game room had Ping-Pong, air hockey, and arcade games.

Resort Experience:
This is a self-contained resort. As you enter the grounds, you go left for the resort and right for the RV park. There is a small par-3 golf course, miniature golf, and an outdoor pool. The indoor swimming pool, while large, is a drive away, as it is in the RV park--same with the activities center.

We stayed in February 2003 and had a problem getting the heat in the unit to adequately warm up the master bedroom--we had some very chilly nights! Maintenance could not fix the problem. Thus, this is more of a place to stay in the summer.

The surrounding area is economically depressed. One is greeted to the town by signs pleading to re-open the jail. Ottawa is 12 miles away for groceries and a few good restaurants.

If you live in the area and can get this resort as a bargain vacation for a long weekend or week, it is fine for a change of scenery. We experienced it, but I doubt we would go back.

• Unit Type: 2 Bedroom
• Activities: Fair
• Amenities: Fair
• Unit Satisfaction: Poor
• Family Friendliness: Very Good
• Service: Poor

Best Things Nearby:
Chicago is only an hour away. There is also a casino within 45 minutes of the resort.

Best Things About the Resort:
We loved the peace and back to nature feel of the resort and nice decor of the units. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Resort Experience:
A rural part of Illinois away from everything and everybody, yet close enough to go have some fun at the casino or in the busy metropolis of Chicago.

• Unit Type: 2 Bedroom
• Activities: Good
• Amenities: Good
• Unit Satisfaction: Very Good
• Family Friendliness: Excellent
• Service: Excellent

Best Things Nearby:
Fishing, Boating, Hiking, Outdoor activities.

Best Things About the Resort:
It was very relaxing. It turned out to be a great stayover on our way home. We used a vacation escape.....what a great deal.

Resort Experience:
This is a very comfortable place to stay. It is your average timeshare accomodation.

We had a living room, dining room, full kitchen, one master bedroom.

The resort was kinda out in the middle of nowhere. That's what I like about it. It was a peaceful getaway from the hussel and bussel of the city.

• Unit Type: 1 Bedroom
• Activities: Excellent
• Amenities: Excellent
• Unit Satisfaction: Excellent
• Family Friendliness: Excellent
• Service: Excellent