Kids Loft, Sandy Beach, Resident Dog

Dam Near Lake of Egypt Cabins – Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

☆ Unique and Upscale Vacation Rentals- Lake of Egypt ☆



★ THE YELLOW DOOR CABIN ★

Our charming cabin offers an ideal retreat for a romantic couple's escape or a memorable family outing. Thoughtfully designed, the 565-square-foot living space embodies the essence of a quintessential southern Illinois experience. With its pet-friendly policy and convenient proximity to the Lake of Egypt, hiking trails, and wineries, it promises an all-encompassing getaway.



★ WHO LOVES THIS PROPERTY?

☆ Couples- The cozy "tiny house" design, romantic setting by a private pond, and proximity to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail make it an ideal retreat for a couple's getaway.



☆ Families with young children- On-site amenities like the private pond for swimming and paddleboarding, a separate loft sleeping area, and proximity to a large water park provide built-in entertainment for kids.



☆ Adventure seekers- The cabin serves as a perfect base camp with its central location near numerous hiking trails, Lake of Egypt for water sports, and opportunities for fishing right on the property.



★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

☆ 1 Queen Bed in Bedroom on the lower level

☆ 1 Queen Bed in the loft (sleeping room only; accessed by secured ladder)



★ AMENITIES:

☆ Fire pit and 4 Adirondack chairs for relaxation close to the deck

☆ 1.5-acre lake to fish, swim, paddleboard

☆ Paddle Boards on site for use

☆ Great base for Lake of Egypt visits- only 1 mile from Lake of Egypt dam & public boat ramp at Pyramid Acres Marina

☆ Ample space for walking/exercise

☆ Charcoal grill (BYO charcoal)

☆ Smart TV for streaming and movie nights

☆ Fully stocked kitchen with premium appliances

☆ Spacious living area with eclectic, modern décor

☆ High-speed Wi-Fi throughout

☆ Half Day Add-On available when adjacent nights are open — check in at 8 AM or check out at 6 PM for half the nightly rate.



★ NEARBY FAVORITES

☆ Lake of Egypt < 1 mile

☆ Shawnee National Forest- all over! Trailheads within 10-40 minutes

☆ Ferne Clyffe State Park < 15 minutes

☆ Tunnel Hill State Trail- < 20 minutes

☆ Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours < 20 minutes

☆ Southern Illinois University- Carbondale < 25 minutes

☆ Panther's Den < 25 minutes

☆ Camp Ondessonk- < 25 minutes

☆ Burden Falls < 35 minutes

☆ Jackson Falls < 35 minutes

☆ Bell Smith Springs < 40 minutes

☆ Garden of the Gods ~ 1 hour



★ WINERIES & MORE

☆ Katy Lynn Distillery < 12 minutes

☆ Honker Hill Winery < 15 minutes

☆ Clad & Cordon Winery < 15 minutes

☆ Blue Sky Winery < 25 minutes

☆ Feather Hills Winery < 25 minutes

☆ Starview Vineyards < 25 minutes



★ WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK

☆ Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.

☆ A rental agreement is required with ID verification within 48 hours of booking or before entry, whichever is first.

☆ Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.

☆ Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not.

☆ A total of 3 cabins and a 1.5-acre pond sit on 5 acres behind our home estate, separated by a privacy fence.

☆ Our Golden Retriever, Kevin, occasionally greet guests.

☆ Live music plays on weekends at the local bait store, Just Add Water, and Pyramid Acres Marina during lake season- it carries across the field to the cabins.