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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
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

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

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

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About the area

Makanda

This cabin places you steps from Shawnee National Forest and within a 15-minute stroll of Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. .Cabin features free WiFi, a balcony and a Smart TV. A fridge and a microwave make in-room dining convenient. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
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What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Giant City State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 7 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 29 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 34 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive

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!

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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

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

The closest beach to Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake is Campground Beach (8.3 km).

Does Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

No, Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

There is a golf course next to Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kellen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

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