This Illinois Airbnb felt like a resort (but better)

We’re on a 50-state road trip with our kids, looking for the coolest, kid-approved short-term rental in each state. In Illinois, we stayed at Kickapoo - a cozy two-bedroom cabin that’s part of the Harbor Inn collection at Heritage Harbor in Ottawa. These individually owned homes are collectively managed like a resort, giving guests access to a long list of on-site amenities. From the heated pool and community fire pits, to pickleball courts, golf cart rentals, and even boats at the marina, this stop felt like the perfect mix of comfort and fun. Just minutes away, we explored the canyons of Starved Rock State Park and walked through the historic square where Abraham Lincoln gave a historic debate, making this stay both relaxing and memorable. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday! Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss a state. :) ____________________ Visit Kickapoo at Harbor Inn in Ottawa, IL: Book direct 👉 https://www.visitheritageharborinn.com/vacation-rentals/canopy-16-kickapoo Book on Airbnb 👉 https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1414441402640564952 Follow on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/harborinnottawa/ ____________________ How We Run Our STR Business From the Road We rely on the Host Bundle from AirDNA + Uplisting to help manage our short-term rental business while traveling full-time. The "comp calendar" in AirDNA's new host tools allows us to compare pricing and availability in real time, while Uplisting helps us manage bookings, messaging, and operations- all in one streamlined system. If you’re a host, this bundle is a game changer. Learn more here 👉 https://www.arrivls.com/hostbundle ____________________ 🌎 Internet Anywhere We use Starlink to stay connected on the road, whether we’re filming from a remote Airbnb or managing properties across the country. Check Out Starlink 👉 https://www.arrivls.com/starlink Or check out Steven's mod that broke the internet (yes, we know they make a mini) 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DN_XRRbDqNR/ ____________________ 50 States Blanket We’ve been cozying up with our 50 States blanket on this road trip, and it’s become a fun way for the kids to track where we’ve been. You can check it out here 👉 https://amzn.to/47CQrkc Kids’ U.S. Geography Notebooks The kids have been using these U.S. geography notebooks as both a learning journal and a scrapbook - perfect for keeping track of our adventures in each state. Find them here 👉 https://amzn.to/4m8Ogs3 Follow Schoolnest on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/schoolnest ____________________ 📲 Follow Along Daily Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kyleeandsteven TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@kyleeandsteven