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READ ON!Plan your perfect getaway at Kishauwau Cabins for the weekend. With 17 cabins and over 60 acres of land, this special place is perfect for a romantic escape or family vacation. In addition to being located near Starved Rock, Kishuawau Cabins also offers many packages and specials including a bed and breakfast package, hiking package, romance package, military discounts, and much more! Whether you want to relax under the stars, go hiking in the hills, or plan a trip with your significant other, Kishauwau Cabins has the package you need to enjoy just that. After a long day of settling in, wake up the next day and enjoy a tasty breakfast with Kishuawau Cabin's Bed and Breakfast package. Start the day with delicious baked goods, fruit, and more. Featured locally from the exceptional Ottawa Bakery, these items will be stocked in your cabin upon arrival.
What better way to enjoy your cabin stay than around the campfire? Enjoy an array of hot dogs, graham crackers, candy, firewood, and more. With the Cabin Campfire Cookin' package, you will be provided with everything you need to start your night with the traditional campfire. Even if the weather isn't appropriate, these items can still be made and enjoyed in the comfort of your kitchen. While you're at it, whip up some tasty smores with the Smores 'N More package. In addition to the food, firewood, starters, and flame colorant will be provided.
Get ready for the perfect hike with the Hiking Package. With this package, you don't have to worry about the small stuff. When you arrive, you will have everything needed to hike with confidence. In addition to bug spray and logo water bottles, you will receive two bags of trail mix, ball caps, a drawstring bag, a keychain, a frisbee, and a can koozie. Plan the perfect night under the stars with the Stargazing Package. Reconnect with nature and your significant other with this special offer. Enjoy a bottle of red, white, or sparkling wine, two keepsake wine glasses, binoculars, and a Kishuawau blanket to take home. This package is truly a spectacle offering amazing views and unique items.
Treat you and your partner to a romantic escape at Kishuawau Cabins. Enjoy a bottle of wine and delicious treats when you book a romance or romantic dining package. Upon booking the dining package, you will receive a $50 gift card to one of Kishuawau's favorite restaurants. Are you celebrating your new life? Plan the perfect event with the Babymoon Bliss Package. All the essentials come in this package, such as balloons, bath bombs, belly butter, wine glasses, sparkling grape juice, and an assortment of chocolates from Roxie's Sweet Confections in Utica.
While figuring out which package to select, check out Kishuawau Cabin's second annual Campfire Concert, featuring rising country star artist John King. Book this package between September 29th - October 1st, and on the 30th, enjoy a community country-style picnic dinner, a concert on the big lawn and room to set up lawn chairs, and a bonfire and s'mores bar (weather permitting). With summer around the corner and the weather getting warmer, now is the perfect time to book your stay. Book your mini-vacation online, or call (815) 442-8453.