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Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
A wooden cabin with a porch, a green door, and a number '9' on the side.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV above it, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, toaster
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck, a green door, and a chimney.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Place, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 39 reviews
The price is €262
includes taxes & fees
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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

Your cozy cabin in Makanda with 1 bedroom featuring a queen bed.

This cabin is located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! It is close to all of the attractions in the area:

Giant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 Miles
Cedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 miles
SIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 Miles
Feather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 Miles
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)
Bald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 Miles
Little Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 Miles
Giant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 Miles
Appl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)

This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

This charming retreat offers a living room with a comfy sofa and chair, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Giant City or the Shawnee National Forest. Guests can enjoy the fresh air on deck with includes a table and chairs. Experience the fantastic charm of this cabin during your stay in Makanda. Enjoy your time in Southern IL at our cabin.

Please note that this cabin has a kitchenette (no stove/oven) which includes a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, grill, and crockpot. While you cannot bake a casserole, you can certainly grill a steak, and do some sides in the crockpot and microwave!
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a balcony in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with balcony, Smart TV and fridges
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12 minutes by car from Southern Illinois University
Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Makanda cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The only checkout requirement is to have a sage trip home and come back someday!
Optional Checkout Items 1. Do most of your dishes (leaving a few is fine 2. Take trash to dumpster 3. Put used towels in the tun 4. Set AC/Heat to something economical 5. Lock the door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, host reached out immediately on booking, very responsive. Nice cabin, had everything we needed for cooking, linens and towels like a nice hotel. Great location for getting out and about.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great. The host is an excellent communicator. Wifi is great. Great water pressure. Great towels. Nice little touch, they had a few little snacks waiting for us. Awesome stay. Will definitely be back if I'm up that way again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and the place was perfect for my stay. I came down for a fishing trip and was able to park my boat at my rental. The owner was very helpful when I had questions about my stay as well. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have rented a couple of times with Steve, and both of his properties have been very nice and fit exactly what I needed. Steve is very responsive and helpful with any questions I have had. He does an amazing job at making his guests feel very welcome, and has a little snack basket for each stay. I will definitely be renting with Steve again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute cabin, very convenient for our needs but downside was no stove, oven or pots and pans. If you don’t plan to cook any meals it’s a winner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025